Madison Voices

Host Angelo Fraboni speaks with the Interim Chair of Molloy’s CAP21 Theatre arts program, Christopher O’Connor, about the challenges and hurtles of delivering conservatory art training during a pandemic. 

On Episode 12 Angelo is joined by Anne Collins & Amna Farooq.  Anne and Amna were both involved with the Madison Theatre during their tenure at Molloy. Anne graduated in December and has been working on the front lines of the COVID crisis since March.  Amna graduates this upcoming December and when the Governor asked for nursing students to step up and start working in hospitals Amna immediately started working on the front lines.  

Episode 14, Angelo is joined by Lee Summers who is an American theatre, television and film actor, singer, librettist, composer, director and theatre producer best known for creating and producing Off-Broadway's From My Hometown, which was performed at the Madison Theatre during it's inaugural season. 

On Episode 13 Angelo is joined by Molloy College's Patrick McCormack and Kelly Thompson.  Patrick is the host of The Molloy Athletics Podcast - The Mane Stage.  

Episode 11 of Madison Voices is is out now!  On Madison Voices Episode 10 Angelo talks with comedians Shaun Eli, Jim Mendrinos, Karen Bergreen, and Leighann Lord.  They talk about the current state of comedy during the COVID19 crisis as well as their storied comedy careers.  You won't want to miss their hilarious takes on the current state of affairs. You have previously seen them on stage at the Madison Theatre and, hopefully, will see them on the stage again in the future! 

On Madison Voices Episode 10 Angelo talks with Molloy College, Cap 21 alumni Peggy Sue Johnson and Mikey Marman.  Both Peggy and Mikey were working on board cruise ships when they were shut down due to COVID19. They discuss what they've been up to since leaving Molloy and fondly look back on their years at Molloy. 

Episode 9 of Madison Voices is is out now!  On this week's episode Angelo talks with long time friend Aaron Gandy.  They discuss Romeo and Bernadette, the Off Broadway show Aaron was working on when Covid19 shut everything down. Aaron is the Madison Theatre's house music director, directing shows from The Madison Theatre Christmas Celebration, our Give Our Regards to Broadway series, An evening with Judy Collins, among many other shows at the theatre.  Aaron was hard at work planning for The Madison Theatre's production of Carousel in Concert as well, we hope to be able to perform that as soon as possible.  You can get more information on Aaron at - AaronGandy.com, look out for Aaron conducting more shows at the Madison Theatre!

On this week's episode Angelo talks with Molloy seniors Mollie Mae and Matt Gibbons.  Mollie and Matt are on the E-Board for MPAC and have both been heavily involved in Molloy Life.  Mollie is an RA, both are student ambassadors and were involved in Molloy Student Government. Mollie was previously the student body president. Matt and Mollie were seen in several shows at the Madison Theatre over the last few years as part of MPAC. They speak of the most recent show, Big Fish, where Mollie played Sandra Bloom and Matt was the head of the technical team. Both Matt and Mollie are graduating this semester, this was an introspective look at their time at Molloy. 

On this week's episode Angelo talks with director, writer & choreographer DJ Salisbury. DJ was slated to director All Shook Up at the Madison Theatre this May. We are currently finding a new outlet to have DJ direct this show. As Director- Choreographer, DJ has set shows nationwide from California to Maine, Florida to Montana. DJ got his start as a performer in EPCOT center at Walt Disney World and has recently directed an off Broadway production.  DJ has directed and choreographed many shows over the years and recounts several of his experiences. 

On this week's episode Angelo talks with Molloy College Cap 21 Alumni - Bella Muller '18 and John Guaragna '19.  Both John and Bella were on national tours, Chicago and An American in Paris, respectively, that were interrupted by the COVID19 process. Find out what they've been up to since they left Molloy College and the Madison Theatre and what they're doing now that their plans have been interrupted! 

Angelo and his long time friend, Michael Clark discuss Michael's career.  Michael designs physical and virtual settings in addition to film and video content for live events Projects Tell me A a Story for CBS, TONY award Nomination announcement, Lincoln Center, Jersey Boys (La Jolla and Broadway, International Companies) Ring of Fire (Broadway and Studio Arena Theater) 700 Sundays (International and National Tours, Broadway and La Jolla) Dracula, The Musical (Broadway and La Jolla), Frankenstein the Musical (Off-Broadway)  The Elephant Man (Broadway), Villains Tonight (Disney Cruise Lines). Associate Designer on the Broadway productions of All the Way, Breakfast at Tiffanys, Annie, Chaplin, Ghost the Musical (Broadway Productions) and Brief Encounter. Michael also scenically designs most shows presented by the Madison Theatre. 

Angelo is joined by longtime friend, Ed McCarthy.  Ed is responsible for lighting many shows at The Madison Theatre. Ed's lighting credits also include, The Grammys and The Tonys, for which he has been Emmy nominated. 

Angelo speaks to his old friend Joe Ricci and playwright Lindsay Tilton. They discuss the Madison Theatre’s new initiative of bringing new works to Molloy.  Their first venture on this new avenue is with Lindsay’s new play that Joe is producing, “Squirrel Screams and Other Dating Sounds."  They also discuss Joe’s recent Hallmark channel movie, “In The Key of Love."  We are looking forward to hosting Squirrel Screams at the Hays Theatre this summer, it is sure to be hilarious fun!  

Angelo speaks with CAP 21 students Kelsey McFall and James Silverstein who are graduating this year.  They discuss their time at Molloy, why they chose the CAP program and how they are dealing with the current curveball that is their spring semester, senior year of college. 

Angelo talks to guest David Hibbard, veteran Broadway performer who is currently slated to open Mrs. Doubtfire on Broadway.  Angelo and David discuss how COVID 19 has halted all productions, the Madison Theatre Summer Intensive, their past performances together in CATS and the joys of performing live.