Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Brightman

Prepare for a delightful trip down memory lane as we take a comedic deep dive into the 1984 film, Finders Keepers. This hidden gem features a young and not-yet-famous Jim Carrey, and we have the charismatic Broadway star Alex Brightman with us to share the fun. We'll unravel the scam artist plot that involves swindling, a coffin, and a pretend soldier that had us laughing out loud. We'll also chat about the striking similarities between Finders Keepers and comedic classics like Naked Gun and Airplane, and the iconic Beach Boys' song that beautifully punctuates the film's humor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corn Puddin! Step inside Schmigadoon! the musical's NYC rehearsals for the Kennedy Center world premiere (running January 31–February 9, 2024) with The Art of Kindness. Join Robert Peterpaul as he talks with stars like Tony-nominee Alex Brightman on translating the show from screen to stage, finding joy in the rehearsal room, kindness tips and more. In this episode, you'll hear from Tony-winning Director and Choreographer Christopher Gattelli, as well as the show's star-studded cast: two-time Tony Award-nominee Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, Spamalot), Sara Chase (The Great Gatsby, The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Emmy Award® winner and Tony Award® nominee Kevin Del Aguila (Yellow Face, Some Like it Hot), Ann Harada (Cinderella, Avenue Q, who is reprising her role from the Apple Original series), McKenzie Kurtz (The Heart of Rock and Roll, Wicked), Isabelle McCalla (Water for Elephants, The Kennedy Center's Footloose), Javier Muñoz (Hamilton, In the Heights), Tony  Award-nominee Brad Oscar (Something Rotten!, Mrs. Doubtfire), Tony Award-nominee Emily Skinner (Suffs, The Cher Show), and Ryan Vasquez (The Notebook, Hamilton). For more on Schmigadoon!: kennedy-center.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Rachel as she recaps her exciting adventures at this year's GalaxyCon Columbus! From navigating a new hotel experience at the Hyatt to revisiting favorite local eateries, she shares the highs and memorable moments of the weekend. Hear about reconnecting with familiar friends, the thrill of meeting several celebrity guests, and all the fun that comes with being immersed in a world of fandom. It's a weekend full of stories, surprises, and a whole lot of geeky goodness! Our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/FiveishFangirls #FiveishFam TIME STAMPS  00:00:11 Intro 00:01:49 GalaxyCon Columbus 01:39:36 Closing Thoughts 01:40:22 Outro Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Tune into the spookiest scariest episode of Broadway Bullshit when Abbey Cassidy and Nick talk about their love of Alex Brightman. Maybe if we say his name three times, he'll appear! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock) and Bobby have been friends since they were in the Broadway production of Big Fish together. They were both quietly struggling with mental health, not knowing where to turn or how to address it. Alex shares how his drive to entertain and succeed was ultimately an obstacle to authentic wellbeing. A decade later, their reunion celebrates the growth and relief in finding paths towards authentic connection, self-care, and life balance. Disclaimer: For anyone considering medication for their mental health, always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider, such as a psychiatrist or doctor, before making any decisions regarding treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction to gambling, visit www.gamblersinrecovery.com for support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Artist Exploration, Alex Brightman, Tony Nominated in Broadway's Beetlejuice and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:   Finding specialized ways of learning  Embracing Leadership with in a Show  Not typing yourself out of an opportunity  Trial and errors of the rehearsal process  Be sure to check out The Wizard of Friendship (Original Cast Recording)  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you're interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.  Follow Us!  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 About MTCA:  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.  About Charlie Murphy:  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier, Kelly Prendergast and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode I talked with Coby about how he discovered his passion for theatre, the atmosphere of the theater community, his experiences at performing arts high school and UCLA, becoming a well-rounded and versatile performer, playing Moritz on the Spring Awakening national tour and the show's impact on both the cast and the audience, the changing perception of understudies and standbys in the theater industry, how audiences are now celebrating the individuality of each performer they see in a show, his Broadway debut in Brighton Beach Memoirs, taking on the role of Cunningham (standby) in Book of Mormon and the importance of tackling comedy as an actor, understudying Roy and Richard in The Shark Is Broken on Broadway and working with Alex Brightman, Collin Donnell, and Ian Shaw, the importance of being prepared at any moment to deliver a stellar performance, timing, playing Papi in The Band's Visit on tour, self-confidence as a working actor in the entertainment industry, stepping into Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway where he was welcomed with open arms, his rehearsal process for Merrily, learning the role of Charley, potential upcoming Charley dates, dream roles, and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backstagewithbeccab/support

Marc Summers believes that if he didn't have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), he wouldn't be where he is today. He looks back into the humble beginnings of his diverse career, his struggles with severe OCD, battles with cancer, and his resilience that ultimately defined his career journey. Marc highlights the unique aspects of “Double Dare”, how he landed the job, and his creative input in the physical challenges and the show's distinctive nose that's supposedly modeled after his own. His off-Broadway show, “The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers” written by Alex Brightman and featuring music by Drew Gasparini, showcases his life, including the various challenges he faced throughout, from a car crash where he broke every bone in his face to the stigma of having obsessive-compulsive disorder on his career. It also touched on his early career as a magician and comedian, his experiences at the Comedy Store alongside legends like Dave Letterman and Robin Williams, and the supportive role his wife played in his life and career for over 50 years. He discusses the show's exploration of overcoming obstacles and the theme of perseverance–traits that Marc takes pride in. Director Chad Rabinovitz and composer Drew Gasparini talk about their collaboration on "The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers", including the creative process and thematic elements behind bringing the show to fruition. Chad reminisces about his childhood admiration for Marc, his dream of participating in "Double Dare", and the journey from being a fan to collaborating with Marc, Drew, and Alex Brightman in creating and directing the show. Drew shares how a summer stock production of "Grease" brought him and Marc together, the immersive nature of the production, intertwining the nostalgic elements of "Double Dare" with heartfelt storytelling about Marc's life, and his unique perspective as the composer of the show. Marc Summers is a TV personality, comedian, game show host, producer, and talk show host known from the original “Double Dare” game show on Nickelodeon, and as the host of “Unwrapped” on the Food Network. He was the executive producer for Food Network's “Dinner: Impossible” and “Restaurant: Impossible', and now he has an off-Broadway, almost one-man show called “The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers” written by Alex Brightman, and with music by Drew Gasparini. Connect with Marc Summers: Instagram: @realmarcsummers Instagram: @drewgasparini Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com My personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway and Tv actor and writer, Nik Walker joins us to Take A Bow for his work in the entertainment industry. Nik is a true student of the art and takes you through his philosophies and ideologies of how to approach text as an actor. Hear all about: Journey to becoming a performer/storyteller What excites him most as an actor Why are stakes important How can being an actor, a writer, and a director all at the same time impact your work How taxing a role can be and how to take care of yourself Hamilton Hardest part of performing HAMILTON Spamalot Sharing a stage with your best friends (Alex Brightman, Christopher Fitzgerald, Ethan Slater, Leslie Kritzer, James Monroe Iglehart, etc.) How Motown influenced Broadway + So much more! Curtain up, Nik Walker Connect with Nik Walker on Instagram: @nikkywalks Bio: Nik Walker is a Boston native, theme park nerd and proud NYU Tisch alum (Adler, Classical and Stonestreet)- who's been earning a living in the industry for a decade and counting. He's been seen on Broadway as Aaron Burr in Hamilton, Otis Williams in Ain't Too Proud, and as Sir Galahad in the revival of Spamalot; on screen in Blue Bloods, Law and Order SVU, and in the upcoming AppleTV+ film The Instigators, alongside his hometown hero Matt Damon. Cleaners, the animated series that he created and writes with partner Alex Brightman, is in development at Warner Bros. Animation, and his musical, Whiskeyland, is being developed with veteran producers Hunter Arnold and Tina Cocumelli at TBD Theatricals. He is the co-host of the arts/activism show The Chaos Twins, and his movie podcast, Little Justice, is streaming where ever podcasts are imbibed. In the free time between all of this, Nik can either be found writing plays at a coffee shop, teaching incredible NYU students, or annoying his talented wife, Sarah Joyce. Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back!! (kind of)... This special bonus episode is coming to you live from the red carpet at the opening night of Broadway's "How to Dance in Ohio". "How to Dance in Ohio" is a heartwarming musical based on a true story. It follows a group of young adults on the autism spectrum who attend a group counseling center in Columbus, Ohio. As they prepare for a spring formal dance, a major rite of passage for many teenagers, they navigate their anxieties, hopes, and dreams about love, independence, and fitting in. Through humor, music, and genuine connection, the characters overcome their challenges and discover the courage to step outside their comfort zones. The show is praised for its uplifting message, its celebration of neurodiversity, and its talented cast, which features seven autistic actors. So, it's not just about learning to dance, but about embracing individuality, facing fears, and finding your place in the world. This episode features Paula Abdul, Conor Tague, Desmond Luis Edward, Amelia Fei, Imani Russell, Ashley Wool, Alex Brightman, Jessica Vosk, Andy Karl, Orfeh, Ingrid Michaelson and Will Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, it's all about the Leading Men of Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock), Reeve Carney (Hadestown, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), and Andy Karl (Rocky, Groundhog Day, Into the Woods). Ben and the guys chat about their journey to Broadway, the pressures of leading a show, how physically demanding eight shows a week can be, and so much more! Want more ⁠Broadway Cast⁠? Want access to ⁠bonus episodes⁠? Want to have your questions asked on our show? We can make all of those dreams (⁠and more⁠) come true! ⁠CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON⁠ Follow us @TheBroadwayCast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Twitter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-broadway-cast/support

In this week's episode, Joel Crump is starting this year off strong with lots of Broadway news! He shares Broadway buzz, Broadway history and introduces a new segment Box Office Beat! He shares interviews with Alex Brightman, Jessica Vosk, and Chip Zien! Joel also discusses what's happening this week on Broadway (Dec. 31-Jan. 5)! Indulge in Broadway buzz like never before with "The Weekly Dose of Joel: Everything Broadway and More." This podcast, brought to you by the Broadway Podcast Network and Broadway Time, delivers the latest news, theater history, and exclusive interviews with Broadway stars, all in one podcast! Don't miss out on your front-row seat to the magic of Broadway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway star Nik Walker (Hamilton) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss kindness in the theatre, the sparkling "mishap" this is his new bway show Spamalot, holding space for others, Batman and more. About Nik Walker: Nik Walker is a Boston native, theme park nerd, NYU professor, and NYU Tisch alumni (Adler, Classical and Stonestreet), who's been earning a living in “The Industry” for a decade and counting. He's been seen on Broadway as Aaron Burr in Hamilton, Otis Williams in Ain't Too Proud, and as Sir Galahad in the revival of Spamalot; onscreen in Blue Bloods, Law and Order SVU, and in the upcoming AppleTV+ film The Instigators, alongside his hometown hero Matt Damon. Cleaners, the animated series that he created and wrote with writing partner Alex Brightman, is in development at Warner Bros. Animation, and his musical Whiskeyland, is in workshops after a successful breakout performance at Orlando Fringe. He is the co-host of the arts/activism show The Chaos Twins, and his movie podcast, Little Justice, is streaming wherever podcasts are imbibed. Follow Nik: @nikkywalks Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode Alert! Your favorite podcast hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo are live on the red carpet of Monty Python's Spamalot from Thursday, November 16! Featuring interviews with the stars and production team of the show including Christopher Fitzgerald, James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Ethan Slater, Jimmy Smagula, Michael Urie, Nik Walker, Eric Idle, Josh Rhodes among others! Plus we chat with other attendees including Vanessa Williams, Julie White, Montego Glover, Adam Pascal, Douglas Lyons and more! ALL HAIL SPAMALOT! The Tony Award-winning musical comedy is back for the first time ever and Broadway is a happier place! Peter Marks of The Washington Post exclaims it's “gloriously hilarious! The jokes crackle, and the production numbers sparkle. SPAMALOT is funnier than ever.” Charles Isherwood of the Wall Street Journal raves the show is “deliriously funny. SPAMALOT is blazing like a burst of summer sunshine as winter draws near, it's pure glee.” And Jesse Green writes “it's a blissful Broadway revival” and awards it a New York Times Critic's Pick! Everything that makes a great knight in the theatre is here, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters, dancing girls, rubbery shrubbery, and of course, the Lady of the Lake. Seated at the round table are a royal court of jesters, filled with Tony winners, nominees, and Broadway favorites. Christopher Fitzgerald is Patsy, James Monroe Iglehart is King Arthur, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer is the Lady of the Lake, Ethan Slater is Prince Herbert, Jimmy Smagula is Bedevere, Michael Urie is Brave Sir Robin, and Nik Walker is Sir Galahad. The role of Lancelot will be played by Taran Killam through January 7th. Alex Brightman rejoins the cast as Lancelot on January 9th. More info and tickets on the show here! You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.  Info on Your Hosts:  Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram.   |  Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram  | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please!  If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.  Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico's Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.  If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this Artist Exploration, Alex Brightman, Tony Nominated in Broadway's Beetlejuice and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss:   Finding specialized ways of learning  Embracing Leadership with in a Show  Not typing yourself out of an opportunity  Trial and errors of the rehearsal process  Be sure to check out The Wizard of Friendship (Original Cast Recording)  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you're interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.  Follow Us!  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 About MTCA:  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.  About Charlie Murphy:  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Brightman, Ian Shaw & Colin Donnell in THE SHAR IS BROKEN – Photo by Matthew Murphy Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to Guy Masterson, Director of “The Shark is Broken” at the John Golden Theatre. Colin Donnell, Ian Shaw, and Alex Brightman in THE SHARK IS BROKEN – Photo read more The post Class Notes: Guy Masterson from “The Shark is Broken” appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

A new Broadway play investigates the contentious relationships between "Jaws" co-stars Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider as they filmed the blockbuster hit in the 1970s. "The Shark is Broken" is co-written by Robert Shaw's son, Ian Shaw, who also stars as his father in the play. He joins us to discuss, alongside costars Alex Brightman and Colin Donnell. "The Shark is Broken" runs on Broadway through November 19th. *This segment is guest-hosted by Brigid Bergin* 

Recorded live on Aug 10th, 2023, this red carpet coverage of "The Shark is Broken", a show based on the true events that happened between takes on set with Roy Schneider, Richard Dreyfuss, and Robert Shaw. This opening night episode includes convos with Alex Brightman, Colin Donnell, Ian Shaw, Peter Bradbury, Stephen Dexter, Coby Getzug, James Monroe Iglehart, Patti Murin, Elizabeth Teeter, Blake Roman, Guy Masterson, Christian Slater, and an actual shark: Robert Herjavec. Do YOU remember who the leader of the Sharks is!? Be sure to visit https://thesharkisbroken.com/ for more info. Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Brigthman is no stranger to diving headfirst into Broadway shows based on beloved titles—after all, he's a two-time Tony nominee for leading roles in “School of Rock” and “Beetlejuice.” But his latest project is in a bigger boat altogether. “The Shark Is Broken,” a new play that opened August 10th, captures the behind-the-scenes turmoil of Steven Spielberg's blockbuster, “Jaws.” Co-written by Ian Shaw—who also stars as his father, Robert—the show sees Brightman donning the sweater of 70s-era Richard Dreyfuss alongside Colin Donnell as Roy Scheider. “You can't turn your head in any city without seeing some [“Jaws”] shirt, hat, license plate. So I know that's a big deal, and the added pressure for me is that I'm playing the one person who's still alive who has a chance to see it,” Brigthman tells us. “ ‘Pressure' is the right word, but it's not a pressure that terrifies me. It's interesting, and I'm always excited about doing new things. This version of a new thing is like tight-rope walking with somebody's child.” On this episode of In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast, Brightman gives us a glimpse of his intensive character-creation process, as well as a backstage look at the most emotionally fraught moment in “The Shark Is Broken.” --- Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage's podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today's most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting, from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors, agents, and more. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made, to personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get cast? Subscribe here: www.backstage.com/subscribe Browse Backstage casting listings: https://bit.ly/3mth68e Check out our community-driven virtual programming, The Slate: https://bit.ly/2WDNXf0 Backstage stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement: https://bit.ly/3cuMBt5 Special thanks to... - Host: Vinnie Mancuso - Producer: Jamie Muffett - Social media: Karen Jenkins - Design: Mark Stinson, Caitlin Watkins - Additional support: Kasey Howe, Samantha Sherlock, Oriella St. Louis

A Broadway star as a child is coming to off-Broadway in one of the most anticipated musicals of the season. Gianna Harris will be playing Young Ali in "Hell's Kitchen" at The Public Theater. Hell's Kitchen features the music written by Alicia Keys, directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next To Normal), choreography from Camille A. Brown (Once on this Island, for colored girls). The show stars Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, and more. Gianna Harris (School of Rock) gives listeners a true peak behind the curtain into the life of a child performer. She shares her audition process for her newest role, meeting Alicia Keys for the first time, stories of Alex Brightman and Sierra Boggess, being a kid on Broadway and touring around the world, and so much more. Curtain up, Gianna Harris Connect with Gianna Harris on Instagram: @thegiannaharris Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of our post-show Broadway discussion podcast, we take a deep dive into the highly anticipated new play, "THE SHARK IS BROKEN" by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon. Join us as we explore and analyze the performances and uncover the themes that permeate throughout the show. We discuss the creative elements that make this production unique, along with standout performances by Ian Shaw, Alex Brightman, and Colin Donnell. With nods to the iconic film JAWS, this play is a must-see for movie buffs and fans of the classic thriller. Tune in to our podcast to form your own opinions as we delve into the heart of "THE SHARK IS BROKEN."Support the showIf you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review. Share your thoughts with us on this episode below:On Instagram: @halfhourpodcastOn TikTok: @halfhourpodcastOn our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com

Alex Brightman is a two-time Tony-nominated actor for his performances in Beetlejuice the Musical and School of Rock. Other Broadway credits include Matilda, Big Fish, & Glory Days. Most recently, Alex was seen on stage in Lewberger's The Wizard of Friendship as Ketih's Dad. You can also hear him on the upcoming cast recording of The Wizard of Friendship as Flim Flam the Sausage Man. Alex can be seen on the current (and final) season of The Blacklist on NBC as forensic analyst Herbie Hambright. Other TV credits include Law & Order: SVU, Documentary Now!, The Good Fight, Blue Bloods, and Important Things w/ Demetri Martin. Alex is the voice of Pugsley/Temeluchus on the acclaimed Netflix animated series Dead End: Paranormal Park. Other cartoon credits include Helluva Boss, Teen Titans Go!, and the upcoming Scooby Doo and the Haunted High Rise. As a writer, Alex has developed series with NBC, Universal Studios, 20th Century, and Warner Brothers. He is currently developing Cleaners, an animated musical comedy, with his writing partner (and Spamalot cast mate) Nik Walker, and Singular, a New York romantic comedy, with 20th Century Studios. Alex's play, Everything Is Fine, recently received a developmental reading/workshop at Manhattan Theatre Club (directed by Cynthia Nixon), and is expected to have its world premiere in 2024. Alex lives in New York City and has a dog named Kevin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two-Time Tony Nominee, Alex Brightman Take(s) A Bow after starring in Spamalot at the Kennedy Center. Brightman shares stories from Beetlejuice, School of Rock, Spamalot, and more. From what it's like to work with kids and being a leader, to breaking on stage, to his legendary TONY performance. Make sure to check out the new album "Lewberger and the Wizard of Friendship" dropping this Friday on all streaming platforms. Curtain up, Alex Brightman Connect with Alex Brightman on Instagram: @brightmansomesay Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There is so much of The Wizard of Friendship that is really based off our friendship and our history, like who we are as people." This episode features musical comedy trio Lewberger (Hughie Stone Fish, Keith Habersberger and Alex Lewis) who recently finished their hilarious sold-out off-Broadway show The Wizard of Friendship which featured special guests Wayne Brady, Alex Brightman, and Dashaun Wesley. Lewberger joined Mike to discuss Broadway, CATS, and their upcoming original cast recording of Lewberger: The Wizard of Friendship which releases on June 23rd. Plus, Lewberger and Mike play a game called "three of us know the CAT and one of us doesn't." Check out Lewberger on Social Media: @Lewberger Check out Lewberger's website: lewbergercomedy.com Check out Hughie Stone Fish on Social Media: @HughieStoneFish Check out Keith Habersberger on Social Media: @KeithHabs Check out Alex Lewis on Social Media: @i8athumbtack Produced by: Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network Instagram/Twitter/Tik Tok: @TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The iconic musical comedy trio, Lewberger comes to Take A Bow following a sold out run of their original Off-Broadway production Lewberger & The Wizard of Friendship. The show will continue to live on as friends such as Wayne Brady, Alex Brightman, and more join in the fun for their cast album which drops June 23rd. The first single from the album, “It's a Stupid Idea (to Put on a Broadway Show)” is now available on all digital platforms. The band is the made up of Alex Lewis, "Try Guys" Keith Habersberger, and Emmy Award Winning songwriter, Hughie Stone Fish. The trio has been gracing theatre tik tok with their original content with our favorite Broadway stars, performed on America's Got Talent, and tour across the nation to sold out houses. Curtain up, Lewberger Connect with Lewberger on Instagram: @lewberger Connect with Lewberger on Instagram: @lewbergermusic Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with two-time Tony nominee Alex Brightman, who stars in Monty Python's "Spamalot" at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. tomorrow through May 21. He also describes filling the shoes of Jack Black and Michael Keaton in Broadway's “School of Rock” and “Beetlejuice.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with two-time Tony nominee Alex Brightman, who stars in Monty Python's "Spamalot" at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. tomorrow through May 21. He also describes filling the shoes of Jack Black and Michael Keaton in Broadway's “School of Rock” and “Beetlejuice.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us on the opening night red carpet of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Bad Cinderella on Broadway. Hear from stars like Linedy Genao and Grace McLean, creative team members like Tony-winner Gareth Owen, and celebrity attendees like Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice), RuPaul's Drag Race star Loosey LaDuca and TikToker Chris Olsen. In this episode you will hear from celebrity guests like: Alex Brightman, Amber Gray, Carson Kressley, Loosey LaDuca, Wendell Pierce, and the cast and creative team of Bad Cinderella including: Linedy Genao, Grace McLean, Sami Gayle, Cameron Loyal, Christina Acosta Robinson, Savy Jackson, Raymond Baynard, Lauren Boyd, Tristen Buettel, Ben Lanham, Angel Lozada, Sarah Meahl, Michael Milkanin, Larkin Reilly, Julio Rey, J Savage, Dave Schoonover, Tregony Shepherd, Paige Smallwood, Lucas Thompson, Alena Watters and more.   Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Brightman talks with JAMES & JAM about creativity and creating both on stage and the page and more. Leading man vs character actor and what it takes to bring both to life. Helming big projects and find self care/ self love in the midst of all of that. Find out if Alex is a stink mouth or a sloppy mouth and of course how does he answer pick a pair of Patties.

"Dead Mom!" This episode Kat and SLee are entering the Netherworld to discuss everyone's favorite demon Beetlejuice! They also discuss the curse of the Marquis Theatre, M3GAN, Alex Brightman supremacy and the absolute audacity of the erasure of Catherine O'Hara.Performance Linkshttps://youtu.be/xnLBSulmiW0 - ‘The Whole Being Dead Thing' performed by Alex Brightman at the first night back on Broadwayhttps://youtu.be/Y2kGUZ7vU1Q - 2019 Tony Awards performancehttps://youtu.be/e2ggb1ojMa4 - ‘Dead Mom' performed by Sophia Ann Carusohttps://youtu.be/ZWRRX_0nK7g - ‘Girl Scout' performed by Dana Steingoldhttps://youtu.be/IL0WNrFGrlQ - ‘Say My Name' performed by Alex Brightman and Sophia Ann CarusoFollow us on Social Media!!@thispodwontrunaweek on instagram@thispodwontrun on twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/thispodcastwontrunaweekGet Your Tickets to Stranger Sings Here  Hosts: Kat Shaw, @katlynwithak on all platforms SLee, @justcallmeslee on all platforms Theme Song written and performed by: Rachel Lind @rachellindnyc on instagram and @rachelglind on twitterArtwork by: Adele Simms, @artsyadele on instagramSupport the show

Facebook Page: @FromTheMezzaninePodInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastTikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95Hamilton Part 2 + Broadway predictions, Patti Lupone doesn't give a damn, Paradise Square cast album, and Alex Brightman finishes out Beetlejuice run. Story #1: Alec Brightman back on BeetlejuiceStory #2: Patti Lupone Doesn't Give a DamnStory #3: Paradise Square Cast Album on InstagramStory from the Stage: Hamilton Part 2Hamilton Timelinehttps://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/25/theater/hamilton-will-not-rush-to-broadway.html?searchResultPosition=24https://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/10/magazine/the-ceo-of-hamilton-inc.htmlhttps://deadline.com/2015/09/hamilton-by-the-numbers-anatomy-of-a-broadway-blockbuster-1201534240/https://nypost.com/2015/02/24/pompous-hamilton-already-eyes-tony-for-next-year/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0e07492UU0https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/arts/hamilton-plans-swift-move-broadway-777494/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ap9JWCFeNUIhttps://www.thedailybeast.com/hamilton-is-broadways-most-expensive-showeverhttps://www.cinemablend.com/news/2549513/hamiltons-cast-members-recall-the-moment-they-realized-the-musical-was-a-huge-dealhttps://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/07/theater/review-hamilton-young-rebels-changing-history-and-theater.htmlHamilton infoTikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

Star of the Broadway Fan Favorite, BEETLEJUICE the Musical, Elizabeth Teeter is welcomed back on the podcast to Take A Bow ahead of the show's final week on Broadway. Hear all about Elizabeth's roller coaster journey with the show, stepping into the roll of Lydia Deetz, starting new traditions as her and Alex Brightman take a bow, favorite memories, the lessons she's learned from the cast, and so much more! Can't make it to the final show of Beetlejuice? That's okay, we're bringing it to you! Curtain up, Elizabeth Teeter Connect with Elizabeth Teeter on social media: @elizabethteeterofficial Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Facebook Page: @FromTheMezzaninePodInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastTikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95Welcome to From the mezzanine, where we talk about theatre news and stories from the stage! This week we cover Patrick Page leaving Hadestown, an unfortunate incident at Death of a Salesman including an unruly audience member, and Alex Brightman is out of Beetlejuice due to a concussion right before its closing. Then we dive into the stories behind the rise of a modern Broadway classic and the ultimate fan favorite - Hamilton!#1: Patrick Page Final Bow @ Hadestown#2: Death of a Salesman Unruly AudienceStory #3: Alex Brightman Concussion @ Beatlejuice Hamilton:Interview with LinRon Chernow InterviewRon Chernow BookPlaybill Lin InterviewHamilton TimelineNYT Hamilton MixtapeNYT Lin InterviewLin's Twitter PostDatebook HamiltonPlaybill hamilton @ PublicPlaybill Hamilton ReviewsShowbiz 411 HamiltonNY Post ReviewUSA Today ReviewTikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

We had tons of great news today! Aaron Tveit is back to Bohemianland, The Wiz is getting a much needed revival, and Alex Brightman and Britney Spears are gonna throw hands. Beetlejuice was back on their tourism high, and the Neil Diamond musical was quite the opposite.

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Sophia Anne Caruso, who is currently starring in the Netflix original movie "The School for Good and Evil." They spoke in 2018 alongside Tony-nominated co-star Alex Brightman when they brought the pre-Broadway world premiere of "Beetlejuice: The Musical" to National Theatre in Washington D.C. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

Beetlejuice will forever hold a very special place in my heart. Every Saturday morning, Beetlejuice was my go-to cartoon, and my VHS of the movie practically melted from being watched so much. I had the action figures, the soundtrack, and the Halloween costume (as a child and as an adult). It wasn't only my quintessential gateway horror movie, but it also shaped a lifelong unapologetic appreciation for all things weird and macabre. The movie had a “lightning in a bottle” combination of a devilishly rebellious spirit and a singularity of vision that introduced the world to the wonders of Tim Burton. It was and forever will be an iconic and magical movie and a very important part of me.  The movie is just as sacred to countless others for all of the same reasons, which is likely why the Beetlejuice sequels and remakes have remained in production hell for decades. How can you possibly reimagine a classic that means so much to so many people? The answer: turn it into a musical. Despite being a little apprehensive at first, what struck me within the first ten minutes of Beetlejuice: the Musical was that it was developed with a tremendous amount of love and respect for the original movie. The show encompasses all of the many facets of what made the movie so great while expanding on the story in very inventive ways. It even has several nods to the cartoon, which just made me happy. This is a killer show, and I urge you to go see it if you're in the New York area. The costumes, the music, the humor, and the insanely elaborate Burtonesque sets and visuals are an overwhelming and blissful experience for fans of the original, plus the anarchistic spirit of lewdness and rudeness from the movie is retained in full force. The show will be on tour beginning in December so if you can't make it to New York, check and see if it's coming your way at: beetlejuicebroadway.com/tour. The show is ignited by the performance of Alex Brightman as Beetlejuice. Alex Brightman is an actor, singer, and two-time Tony Award Nominated Actor. He was nominated for his roles on Broadway as Dewey Finn in the musical adaptation of School of Rock and as the title character in Beetlejuice the Musical. After shuttering due to COVID, Beetlejuice is back on Broadway. We sat down with Alex to catch up on what the experience was like as well as how he created his take on the iconic & beloved character of Beetlejuice. Please enjoy this interview with Alex Brightman.    ----- Produced by Simpler Media

In this episode, it's all about the Leading Men of Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock), Reeve Carney (Hadestown, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), and Andy Karl (Rocky, Groundhog Day, Into the Woods). Ben and the guys chat about their journey to Broadway, the pressures of leading a show, how physically demanding eight shows a week can be, and so much more! Want more Broadway Cast? Want access to bonus episodes? Want to have your questions asked on our show? We can make all of those dreams (and more) come true! CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON Follow us @TheBroadwayCast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Charles (@charlesrockhill) and Reed (@reedblackcomics) discuss Beetlejuice (2022), sexy Hamburglar, staging oopsies, and Touched by a Diagnosis: Murder Angel Follow us: Socials & Email dirtylittlehorrorpodcast@gmail.com Please leave a rating/review if you have a moment. It's a free way to help the show grow! Dirty Little Horror is an LGBT Horror podcast where we try to find the gay subtext and make spooky dick jokes!   Opening instrumental: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Hey everyone, it's Shoshana AKA bwaySHO and welcome to bwaySHO: The Podcast! This week's guest is Morgan Siobhan Green.  Morgan is currently leading the North American tour of Hadestown as Eurydice. She made her Broadway debut in Be More Chill, where she understudied Christine Canigula, Brooke Lohst, Chloe Valentine and Jenna Rolan. She's been featured in many concerts and projects of Rob Rokicki & the Good Kids and Joe Iconis & Family. You can listen to her sing, “Good Kid” from The Lightning Thief and Monstersongs by Rob Rokicki and Kermit's classic “Rainbow Connection” on bwaySHO YouTube plus “Do It For You” from Between The Lines, now Off-Broadway. Morgan has an adorable pup named Pip, who you can follow @pips_story. Named after her role of Pip in Moby-Dick. Looking ahead to 2023, get tickets for her 54 Below SHO on April 4th!  Hey everybody have you heard, I saw Morgan as Jenna and more swing roles in Be More Chill & my goodness, what a performer! And I can't wait to raise our cups Tuesday night and give her flowers when I see her in Hadestown! Wait for me… because now's time for my chat with this little songbird from April 16th, 2020, recorded for my live YouTube series: The SHO Must Go On…line! Enjoy. Thanks for listening to the 37th episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast!  If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Catch Morgan and this phenomenal cast of Hadestown on tour now.  Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Clare Freeman, Lou Bailey, Ashley Stasak, Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, Shannon Wheeler, John Benson, Chris Mascorro, Eva Fink Clausen, Cindi Howard, Julie Larkin and Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill.  If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world. It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, Jillian Ang for assisting in editing this interview, All the wonderful guests and all of you for being here. Thanks for listening, we'll see you at the SHO @morgansiobhang /@pips_story /@bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Morgan's photo by Ted Ely. Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey everyone, it's Shoshana AKA bwaySHO and welcome back to bwaySHO: The Podcast! This week's guests are Kaila Mullady and Mark Martin. Kaila aka Kaiser Rosé is a world champion beatboxer and member of Freestyle Love Supreme preme preme. She's the 2015 & 2018 World Beatbox Champion, the 2014 American Vice Beatbox Champion, 3x Loop Station Champion, and 3x reigning Beatrhyme Champion. Wow! She's also an incredible educator, freestyler and musician. Mark aka Mandible is a Mixed Vocal Artist, American Beatbox Champion and member of Freestyle Love Supreme. Mark gave a TedxTalk: You're a beatboxer. Let me show you - link in the SHO notes - and is the winner of the 2016 American Beatbox Championships and the 2016 International BeatRhyme Battle.  Together, Mark & Kaila created Lightship and the two of them were part of Voca People, an international touring musical theater company. You can take beatboxing, speaking and performance lessons from Kaila & Mark and you can find their websites in the SHO notes. Head out to Pasadena Playhouse for the FLS tour's final stop & if you're there August 6th or 7th, come say hi! I'm taking the SHO on the road!! I can't wait to see Freestyle Love Supreme's tour… one last time and reunite with friends! Now let's get a second… second.. Chance… chance of hearing my conversation with Kaila Mullady and Mark Martin… from May 27th, 2020… recorded for my live YouTube series: The SHO Must Go On...line!  This is microphone 1… Thanks for listening to the 36th episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast!  If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Head out to Pasadena Playhouse to catch the last stop of the FLS tour. For your Freestyle Love Supreme preme preme opening nights on Broadway coverage (2019 & 2022), head over to bwaySHO.com! Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Clare Freeman, Lou Bailey, Ashley Stasak, Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, Shannon Wheeler, John Benson, Chris Mascorro, Eva Fink Clausen, Cindi Howard, Julie Larkin and Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill.  If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world. It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, Jillian Ang for editing this interview, all the wonderful guests and all of you for being here. Thanks for listening, we'll see you at the SHO @kailamullady/ /@markmartincreative / @bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, as a lovely pairing with our last episode on the Stephen Sondheim masterpiece: Company, the gays are taking a left turn into the spoof realm. Today, they're talking about the episode from season three, of the hilarious mockumentary comedy series: Documentary Now, which gives the fictionalized account of the cast recording of the (very) short-lived Broadway musical: CO-OP! The episode is itself, a parody of the documentary about the grueling recording of the original cast album of Company. The hilarious score for CO-OP (not COOP), was partially written by comedic geniuses Seth Meyers and John Mulaney (who also plays a parody of Sondheim to great effect). The gays talk about the amazing cast, which includes a mix of comedians and Broadway celebs such as: Renee Elise Goldsberry, Alex Brightman, Paula Pell, Richard Kind, and more! Arron and Zacary go through all the hilarious songs, and of course rate the episode on the trusty “Gay-o-meter”. To close out the show, it's Arron's turn to surprise Zacary with a surprise video for them to watch and react to! It's a real fun, Broadway romp today, so be sure to tune in!

Dyllón Burnside (POSE, Prideland) and Tony nominee Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock - The Musical) co-star in this Australian story from the archives about small critters, giant egos, and why frogs croak.

The ghost-with-the-most is returning to Broadway! Barbara Maitland herself goes behind the scenes with Alex Brightman, Elizabeth Teeter, David Josefsberg, Adam Dannheisser, and Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer! She gets the inside scoop on all things Beetlejuice with answers to never-before-asked questions, funny back-stage anecdotes and rituals... all while having a few chuckles along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're on the Skeleton Crew red carpet for this week's episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast! Hear from special guests as they head into Opening Night, as well as Dominique Morisseau & Ruben Santiago-Hudson's curtain call speeches! Thanks for listening to bwaySHO: The Podcast!  If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Clare Freeman, Kelly Chapman, Ashley Stasak, Shannon Wheeler, Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, John Benson, Alyssa Walles, Cindi Howard, Julie Larkin, Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill, Margaret Haughey, Eva Fink Clausen and Sharon Salzberg. If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world. It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, all the wonderful guests and all of you for listening! Special thanks to Kyle Morales for assistance on the red carpet. Get your vaccine, wear a mask, be safe and let's take care of ourselves. We'll see you at the SHO @bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For our annual moment of positivity, we take a look at the best moments from our inaugural year. Russell and I talk through clips of Caleb Hearon, Hannah Berner, Ashley Ray, Alex Brightman, Usama Siddiquee, Monroe Martin, Joanna Hausmann, Mike Recine, clips from patron-only episodes, and a preview from our upcoming episode with Samantha Ramsdell. Speaking of the Patreon! The videos for the two patron-exclusive episodes referenced are now PUBLIC for the first time (#44 The Trolley Problem But With Bill Cosby & George Bush & #46 We Didn't Get SNL) and we've also made public the video of Russell and I breaking down the Quibi gameshow we did last year: Eye Candy. Check them out if you want a preview of what you get for joining the Patreon because we're happy to announce that all patrons will now get FOUR bonus episodes every month along with all sorts of other goodies. Join here to help me support my delusions for this podcast. New episode next week with comedian Sam Morrison. Thanks for being a part of our first year. Here's to The Downside outlasting America!!! Follow GIANMARCO SORESI on twitter, instagram, tiktok, & youtube Check out GIANMARCO SORESI's special 'Shelf Life' on amazon & on spotify Subscribe to GIANMARCO SORESI's mailchimp Follow RUSSELL DANIELS on twitter & instagram E-mail the show at TheDownsideWGS@gmail.com Produced by Paige Asachika, Fawn Sullivan & Gianmarco Soresi Videos edited by Spencer Sileo Special Thanks Tovah Silbermann Part of the Authentic Podcast Network Original music by Douglas Goodhart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's guest is Andrew Bancroft AKA Jelly Donut with Freestyle Love Supreme Preme Preme!  Broadway is Back and so is Tony Award-winning FLS! Catch them at The Booth Theatre with their final performance on January 2nd… and then they're taking the SHO on the road! Look out for FLS on tour in a city near you.  Deep cut - you can watch their Hulu documentary, “We Are Freestyle Love Supreme” and join the fun with the FLS Academy.  Andrew and multiple FLS castmates make cameos in a star-studded tick, tick… BOOM! And of course check out his fabulous band Moondrunk (Andrew Bancroft, Ashley Pérez Flanagan, and Yair Evnine). Now let's go back to a time we were younger: for a second chance of hearing my conversation with Andrew from July 16th, 2020… recorded for my live YouTube series: The SHO Must Go On...line!  This is microphone 1… Thanks for listening to the 34th episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast!  If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Head over to The Booth Theatre to see Jelly Donut and the Freestyle Love Supreme crew on Broadway & check out their Opening Night on bwaySHO.com. Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Clare Freeman, Kelly Chapman, Ashley Stasak, Shannon Wheeler, Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, John Benson, Alyssa Walles, Cindi Howard, Julie Larkin, Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill, Margaret Haughey, Eva Fink Clausen and Sharon Salzberg. If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world. It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, all the wonderful guests and all of you for listening! Get your vaccine, wear a mask, be safe and let's take care of ourselves. We'll see you at the SHO @mcjellyD / @bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phone rings, door chimes, in comes Company's Opening Night on Broadway! Hear from the stars of Company and Broadway on the Company Opening Night Red Carpet. Another hundred people just got off of the train to celebrate at the Jacob's theatre. Side by side, this Stephen Sondheim & George Furth musical is directed by Marianne Elliott starring Patti Lupone & Katrina Lenk. The all star cast is in good Company and are grateful to be back on Broadway. I'll drink to that. Thanks for listening, we'll see you at SHO! Below is the order of people from the episode. Enjoy! Katrina Lenk Matt Doyle Nikki Renée Daniels Patti LuPone Etai Benson Britney Coleman Rashidra Scott  Greg Hildreth  Claybourne Elder Manu Narayan  Beth Malone Marti Cummings Donna McKechnie Lilly Cooper Kerry Butler Marianne Elliott & Chris Harper Sis Donna Murphy  Thanks for listening to the 33rd episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast! If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, Theresa Piliero, Margaret Haughey, Shannon Wheeler, Alyssa Walles, Cindi Howard, John Benson, Julie Larkin, Ashley Stasak, Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill, and Eva Fink Clausen. If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world.  It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, all the wonderful guests and all of you for listening! Broadway SHOs are announcing their new opening dates. While we're excited to see everyone get back to work, we must stay vigilant in our calls to make theatre a safe space for everyone involved. We need reports on how companies will be enacting anti-racist, anti-transphobia, anti-abelism and anti-abuse work. We can't go back, we must move forward.  Get your vaccine, wear a mask, be safe and let's take care of ourselves. We'll see you at the SHO  @bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi friends, this week we're honoring the life and legacy of Stephen Sondheim. The luminary musical theatre composer and lyricist passed away on Friday, November 26th, at the age of 91. Today I'm bringing you behind the scenes at Sunday for Sondheim, a tribute from the Broadway community. You'll hear from Fergie L. Philippe, Erich Bergen, and Brian Stokes Mitchell about Sondheim's impact on their lives… Lin-Manuel Miranda reads from Sondheim's book: “Look, I Made a Hat!” and the Broadway community's rendition of, “Sunday,” from Sunday in the Park with George sung in it's entirety. To watch the performance, head over to bwaySHO.com. Thank you, Sondheim. There truly are giants in the sky. Thanks for listening to the 32nd episode of bwaySHO: The Podcast! If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes.  Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, Theresa Piliero, Margaret Haughey, Shannon Wheeler, Alyssa Walles, Cindi Howard, John Benson, Julie Larkin, Ashley Stasak, Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill, and Eva Fink Clausen. If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. You get exclusive access to filmed performances, photos and interviews, as well as up-to-date news on what's going on in the theatre world. It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks as always to Khayle Braxton AKA Gedun for these Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy for the Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, for the cool cover art, all the wonderful guests and all of you for listening! Broadway SHOs are announcing their new opening dates. While we're excited to see everyone get back to work, we must stay vigilant in our calls to make theatre a safe space for everyone involved. We need reports on how companies will be enacting anti-racist, anti-transphobia, anti-abelism and anti-abuse work. We can't go back, we must move forward.  Get your vaccine, wear a mask, be safe and let's take care of ourselves. We'll see you at the SHO @bwaySHO  / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices