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In-depth conversations with Broadway's brightest, bringing you what's new, what's noteworthy, and what's coming next to a stage near you.

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    • Sep 23, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 21 EPISODES


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    Live at BroadwayCon: The Legacy of Bob Fosse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 59:04


    In this special podcast, recorded live at BroadwayCon, our host, Elysa Gardner, explores the life and legacy of Bob Fosse with members of the Broadway-bound revival of his 1978 musical Dancin', along with teachers from the Verdon Fosse Legacy. With guests Wayne Cilento, Ashley Blair Fitzgerald, Manuel Herrera, Dana Moore, Khori Petinaud, and Valarie Pettiford, the panel tells stories of working with the legend and discusses his long-lasting impact on dance and theater.

    The Minutes' Tracy Letts & Anna D. Shapiro on their Continual Collaboration, Assembling the Ultimate Cast including Tracy in His Broadway Debut, and Revisiting Past History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 30:38


    Listen to hear Tracy and Anna discuss their comprehensive connectedness in their partnership, the beginnings of The Minutes, and managing the tonal shift of the play.Full transcript coming soon.

    Mr. Saturday Night's Jason Robert Brown and Amanda Green on Working with Billy Crystal, Learning New Ways of Collaborating, and the Universality of Being Funny

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 22:20


    Listen to hear how the two collaborated on the songs for each character, their process in finding the different sounds through the ages, and what the audience has been relating to.View full transcript here.

    Take Me Out stars Brandon J. Dirden and Eduardo Ramos on Becoming a Team, Asking Essential Questions, and THAT Shower Scene

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 32:46


    Listen to hear how starting rehearsal before the shutdown brought the cast closer than ever, the audience feedback Dirden and Ramos have received on their characters, and how spending a week at a baseball camp made the Take Me Out cast a true team.View full transcript here.

    The Skin of Our Teeth's Powerhouse Director Lileana Blain-Cruz on the Enormity of the Moment, the Human Urge to Persist, and Saying YES

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 23:27


    Tune in to this podcast to hear how the stunning production of The Skin of Our Teeth came to be, how long the play has been in Lileana's consciousness, and how she's excited by elevating who and what we pay attention to.View full transcript here.

    For Colored Girls' Director Camille A. Brown on Finding Joy in Theatremaking, Her Mom's Support, and the Shutdown's Silver Lining

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 18:31


    Amber Iman on Broadway Advocacy Coalition, Activism, and Trying New Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 33:32


    In the third episode of our new season, we’re speaking with Amber Iman, a founding member of Broadway Advocacy Coalition, on how the organization started out of a need from the community. Tune in to this podcast to hear how BAC is building a coalition of artists who are doing the work, how her original plans for the beginnings of Black Women on Broadway were derailed, and how writing has given her the opportunity to control her own narrative.

    Derek Klena on the Modern Story that is Jagged Little Pill and his "High School Musical" Upbringing

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 27:42


    In the second episode of our new season, we’re speaking with Tony Award-nominee Derek Klena, who portrays Nick Healy in Jagged Little Pill, on the modern story that is at the heart of the show and his "High School Musical" upbringing. Please note, this podcast was recorded prior to the 2020 Tony Awards nominations ceremony.

    Andre Bishop on Lincoln Center Theater's Resiliency, Looking to the Future and Having Important Conversations over Zoom

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 28:10


    In this first episode of our second season, we’re speaking with Andre Bishop, Producing Artistic Director at Lincoln Center Theater, on how he and his team have persevered throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note, this podcast was recorded prior to the Broadway shutdown extension through May 30, 2021.

    Priscilla Lopez, Ashley Park, & Bess Wohl on How Grand Horizons Champions the Underdog

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 44:48


    In this special live podcast from BroadwayCon, we’re speaking with Priscilla Lopez, Ashley Park, & Bess Wohl on how Grand Horizons, now at the Hayes Theater, has championed the underdog. Tune in to this podcast to hear about the characters that Priscilla and Ashley portray, Bess’s experiences in working with the cast and creative team, as well as how they’ve all grown throughout the process of creating this new play.

    Stephen Schwartz on the legacy of Wicked and fostering new talent

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2019 28:33


    In this podcast, we’re speaking with Stephen Schwartz on the lasting legacy of Wicked and his role in fostering new talent for the theatre in Wicked’s new project with ASCAP, “Flying Free.” Tune in to this podcast to hear about the development of Elphaba and G(a)linda, and his experiences with the effect that this musical has had on the world.

    Stephanie Hsu on Be More Chill Fans and the Importance of Diversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 23:30


    In this podcast, we’re speaking with Stephanie Hsu on her roles in Be More Chill, SpongeBob SquarePants, and the upcoming season of Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Tune in to this podcast to hear about how she should be named “Broadway’s Renaissance Woman,” her love of gardening, and why she needs to update her website.

    Bertie Carvel on his Tony-winning role in Ink

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 24:07


    In this podcast, we're speaking with Bertie Carvel on his Tony-winning role in Ink. Find out how Bertie brings humanity to his roles as notable real-life figures and famous literary characters. Please note, this podcast was recorded prior to the 2019 Tony Awards ceremony.

    Meet the Tony-nominated Creatives Behind Some of This Year's Biggest Broadway Hits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 51:31


    With the Tony Awards just days away, we're gearing up with this special Tony episode of Stage Door Sessions. Interviews with some of the 2019 Tony-nominees including Daniel Fish, Des McAnuff, Bartlett Sher, George C. Wolfe, Harold Wheeler, Todd Sickafoose, David Yazbeck, Robert Horn, and more! Tune in to the Tony Awards live on CBS on June 9 at 8/7c.

    The Tony-nominated Creative Team from Beetlejuice on Broadway Share Their Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2019 25:31


    In this unique Tony episode of Stage Door Sessions, we speak with some of the 2019 Tony-nominated members of the Beetlejuice Creative Team, including William Ivey Long, Kenneth Posner, Peter Nigrini, David Korins, and Eddie Perfect. Tune in to the Tony Awards live on CBS on June 9 at 8/7c.

    2019 Tony-nominated Choreographers Discuss Their Diverse Experiences

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 24:30


    We continue to celebrate the upcoming Tony Awards with a special episode of Stage Door Sessions. In this exciting segment, we get to know some of the 2019 Tony-nominated choreographers, including Camille A. Brown, David Neumann, Dennis Jones, Sergio Trujillo, and Warren Carlyle. Once you've put away your dancing shoes, remember to also tune in to the Tony Awards live on CBS on June 9 at 8/7c.

    Interviews with 2019 Tony-nominated Actors and Actresses

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2019 23:16


    In this special Tony Award episode of Stage Door Sessions, we speak with some of the 2019 Tony-nominated actors, including Brandon Uranowitz, Caitlin Kinnunen, Fionnula Flanagan, Andy Grotelueschen, Heidi Schreck, and Kristine Nielsen. Remember to tune in to the Tony Awards live on CBS on June 9 at 8/7c.

    Tony-nominee Kelli O'Hara on Finding Her Power in Kiss Me, Kate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 27:43


    In this podcast, we're speaking with Tony winner, and 2019 Tony nominee Kelli O'Hara, straight from her dressing room. As she takes on the role of Kate in Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Kiss Me, Kate, she has a lot to think about. Discover how she makes the role her own, and molds it for the modern woman, all while preserving the musical's classic charm, now playing at Studio 54.

    Will Chase on How His Daughters Reacted to Kiss Me, Kate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2019 17:32


    A dynamic star of TV and stage, Will Chase has enjoyed a thriving career on both Broadway and television. Chase has appeared in Madam Secretary, Nashville, and Smash, and is currently starring in Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Kiss Me, Kate now playing at Studio 54. Tune in to this podcast to learn more about his life as an actor and dad.

    Tootsie's Tony-nominated Leading Ladies Lilli Cooper and Sarah Stiles

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 23:17


    In this podcast, we're speaking with two newly-minted Tony nominees: Lilli Cooper and Sarah Stiles. The pair are currently starring in Tootsie, the Tony-nominated Broadway musical now playing at the Marquis Theatre. Please note, this episode was recorded prior to the Tony Award nominations announcement.

    Coming Soon: Stage Door Sessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2019 1:56


    Listen to the latest teaser from our upcoming episodes with Lilli Cooper & Sarah Stiles from Tootsie and Will Chase from Kiss Me Kate.

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