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Emmy Award Winner, Antoine L. Smith joins the podcast to talk about MJ: The Musical and its Broadway Opening Night. Sharing the uniqueness of the show's setting and how it is so relatable for all actors as the majority of the show takes place in a rehearsal studio. Antoine shares his favorite most memorable stories of his career that are unlike any other. Antoine and Eli talking points include: MJ: The Musical Opening Night Rehearsals Carousel The Color Purple Miss Saigon Memphis The impact of co-workers + a ton more... Connect with Antoine L. Smith on Instagram: @antoinelsmith32 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 Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I am truly excited to be back with the podcast. So many things are happening and we are ready to go bigger, bolder and beyond with this podcast. I am excited to have Broadway star Antoine L. Smith on the first episode. He is truly my brotha from anotha motha and when you hear this conversation you will see why this man is such a great person and wise beyond his years. Antoine can be seen playing Berry Gordy the man behind Motown in the soon to be Broadway hit MJ, the musical. Music by JuliusH from Pixabay
About the Guest A true Broadway presence, Antoine L. Smith made his Broadway debut in Memphis. has also been featured in the Broadway casts of The Color Purple, Cinderella, Miss Saigon, and Carousel. Later this year, he can be seen in MJ the Musical! Follow him on Instagram @antoinelsmith32. Connect with Beltline to Broadway Facebook – @beltlinetobroadway Twitter – @beltlinetobroadway Instagram – @beltlinetobroadway Web http://www.rduonstage.com/ (www.beltlinetobroadway.com) Support this podcast
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Join #BLAIRISMS hosts Blair & Brandon for an incredible time on the #SAVAGECHATSERIES with the Actor, Singer, Broadway Star, and Daytime Emmy Award Winner... Antoine L. Smith (@antoinelsmith32).
Check the replay of the “Broadway” edition of #MusicMondaysWithTerriCann featuring Emmy award winning Broadway actor and singer Antoine L. Smith @antoinelsmith32. Antoine was last seen on Broadway in the Tony and Grammy Nominated Best Revival of a Musical Carousel as (Timony /u.s. Billy Bigelow). Other Broadway credits include; The 2016 Grammy, and Tony Award Winning Best Revival of a Musical) The Color Purple, playing opposite Jennifer Hudson & Cynthia Erivo as(Grady/u.s.Harpo). Other Broadway Credits include; Miss Saigon(Shultz /u.s. John); Memphis(Wailin' Joe) and the upcoming Broadway Production of MJ (Michael Jackson)The Musical this Winter! Antoine L. Smith is also an accomplished voice over actor. Voicing “King Dad” on Nickelodeons “Nella The Princess Night”. As well as other television, video games and radio commercials for Silent Hill, Pepsi, Valspar Paint, Biktarvey, Aflac, Philips Razors, Adidas, Chase Bank, Smirnoff, Square Space, just to name a few. Set your alarm for Monday at 7 PM on my IG live at @terricannmusic for #MusicMondaysWithTerriCann where we get up close and personal with your favorite artist. #MusicMondaysWithTerriCann #MondaysAt7 PMEST #IGLiveShow#BroadwayEdition #AntoineLSMITH #TheColorPurple #MichaelJackson #Memphis #VoiceoverArtist #IHost #Don'tMissIt #TerriCannMusic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/musicmondayswithterricann/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/musicmondayswithterricann/support
There is a lot that happens between following your dreams and living your dreams. It is rarely a straight path, and there will always be challenges along the way. That's why we are so glad to share our conversation with Antoine L. Smith in this episode, who talks with us about overcoming adversity and finding the never-ever straight path to success in his field. We'll ask some big questions, like: How do you do what you love, earn a living, and stay true to yourself? We talk about the big mentors in his life, and how he went from culinary school graduation to performing as Big Bird. There's a lot to explore here! Having performed in Broadway shows from Cats to The Color Purple, Antoine L. Smith is just getting started. Antoine went to high school with Phillip, where they performed on the same (championship!!) dance team. Antoine then followed his dream of making it on Broadway. He lives in New York City and is an Emmy award-winning Broadway, television, and voiceover actor. Find him on Instagram: @antoinelsmith32 what you will learn in this episode: How to draw strength during times of adversity Staying true to yourself and your ideals while making money doing what you love The real cost of doing business in creative work like theater Bringing the same energy to a task day after day How to keep going after you've made a mistake Ways of building residual income in creative work Aligning residual income with your gifts The importance of just being good to people The crucial role of mentorship: being a mentor and paying attention to those who mentor you
"It's so different when you're doing a show that you can relate to in such a deep, deep, deep way." Broadway powerhouse Antoine L. Smith (CAROUSEL, MISS SAIGON, THE COLOR PURPLE) comes on the Breakdown discuss with Matt his obsession with the Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE. Having been in the production, Antoine shares the show’s creative process, why the 80’s movie version received backlash, and the distinctions between each award-winning actress who played Shug Avery. WHILE YOU LISTEN: Take the time to visit the following websites this week as allies of the Black Lives Matter movement: semicolonchi.com, transgenderlawcenter.org/programs, bwayforblm.org. Support, Donate, Educate.
Happy Holidays! Broadwaysted brings you the Bartender's Cut of It's a Broadaysted Life! All three part together with special behind the scenes bonus content! Get the album here: https://apple.co/2EFiZwN Jeremy Jordan, James Monroe Iglehart, and Michael Cerveris lead a cast of Broadway Favorites and students of the Broadway Bound Kids program in the musical parody of Frank Capra's "It's A Wonderful Life!" Featuring Book and Lyrics by Kevin Jaeger, Music by Jason Pomerantz, and Holiday Music Arrangements courtesy of Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Cast George: Jeremy Jordan Clarence: James Monroe Iglehart Mr. Plotter: Michael Cerveris Mary: Madison Stratton Aunt Millie: Jenn Gambatese Asaka: Mykal Kilgore Jesus/George's Father: Jeremy Kushnier Starkeeper: Antoine L. Smith Rod: Aaron J. Albano Nicky: Brendon Stimson Daisy: Tee Boyich Violet: Hayley Podschun Radio Voice/Doc/Tommy: Caesar Samayoa Harry/Bank Examiner: Jared Zirilli Mary's Mother/Police Voice/Bank Teller/Board Member: Hannah Elless Bartender: Robbie Rozelle Harvey Johnson: Andrew Briedis Squigs: Justin "Squigs" Robertson Boy George/Evan: Liam Ireland Young Harry/Jared: David Contreras Young Mary: Shelkar Dorji Young Tommy: Mila Dorji Young Daisy/Zoe: Sheridan Hauser Young Violet/Alana: Monica Hayon Benefitting Broadway Bound Kids Thanks to our friends at Goldstar! Get discounted tickets at goldstar.com/broadwaysted
Happy Holidays! Jeremy Jordan, James Monroe Iglehart, and Michael Cerveris lead a cast of Broadway Favorites and students of the Broadway Bound Kids program in Part Three of this musical parody of Frank Capra's "It's A Wonderful Life!" Featuring Book and Lyrics by Kevin Jaeger, Music by Jason Pomerantz, and Holiday Music Arrangements courtesy of Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Cast George: Jeremy Jordan Clarence: James Monroe Iglehart Mr. Plotter: Michael Cerveris Mary: Madison Stratton Aunt Millie: Jenn Gambatese Asaka: Mykal Kilgore Jesus/George's Father: Jeremy Kushnier Starkeeper: Antoine L. Smith Rod: Aaron J. Albano Nicky: Brendon Stimson Daisy: Tee Boyich Violet: Hayley Podschun Radio Voice/Doc/Tommy: Caesar Samayoa Harry/Bank Examiner: Jared Zirilli Mary's Mother/Police Voice/Bank Teller/Board Member: Hannah Elless Bartender: Robbie Rozelle Harvey Johnson: Andrew Briedis Squigs: Justin "Squigs" Robertson Boy George/Evan: Liam Ireland Young Harry/Jared: David Contreras Young Mary: Shelkar Dorji Young Tommy: Mila Dorji Young Daisy/Zoe: Sheridan Hauser Young Violet/Alana: Monica Hayon Benefitting Broadway Bound Kids Thanks to our friends at Goldstar! Get discounted tickets at goldstar.com/broadwaysted.
Happy Holidays! Jeremy Jordan, James Monroe Iglehart, and Michael Cerveris lead a cast of Broadway Favorites and students of the Broadway Bound Kids program in Part Two of this musical parody of Frank Capra's "It's A Wonderful Life!" Featuring Book and Lyrics by Kevin Jaeger, Music by Jason Pomerantz, and Holiday Music Arrangements courtesy of Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Cast George: Jeremy Jordan Clarence: James Monroe Iglehart Mr. Plotter: Michael Cerveris Mary: Madison Stratton Aunt Millie: Jenn Gambatese Asaka: Mykal Kilgore Jesus/George's Father: Jeremy Kushnier Starkeeper: Antoine L. Smith Rod: Aaron J. Albano Nicky: Brendon Stimson Daisy: Tee Boyich Violet: Hayley Podschun Radio Voice/Doc/Tommy: Caesar Samayoa Harry/Bank Examiner: Jared Zirilli Mary's Mother/Police Voice/Bank Teller/Board Member: Hannah Elless Bartender: Robbie Rozelle Harvey Johnson: Andrew Briedis Squigs: Justin "Squigs" Robertson Boy George/Evan: Liam Ireland Young Harry/Jared: David Contreras Young Mary: Shelkar Dorji Young Tommy: Mila Dorji Young Daisy/Zoe: Sheridan Hauser Young Violet/Alana: Monica Hayon Benefitting Broadway Bound Kids Thanks to our friends at Goldstar! Get discounted tickets at goldstar.com/broadwaysted.
Happy Holidays! Jeremy Jordan, James Monroe Iglehart, and Michael Cerveris lead a cast of Broadway Favorites and students of the Broadway Bound Kids program in Part One of this musical parody of Frank Capra's "It's A Wonderful Life!" Featuring Book and Lyrics by Kevin Jaeger, Music by Jason Pomerantz, and Holiday Music Arrangements courtesy of Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Cast George: Jeremy Jordan Clarence: James Monroe Iglehart Mr. Plotter: Michael Cerveris Mary: Madison Stratton Aunt Millie: Jenn Gambatese Asaka: Mykal Kilgore Jesus/George's Father: Jeremy Kushnier Starkeeper: Antoine L. Smith Rod: Aaron J. Albano Nicky: Brendon Stimson Daisy: Tee Boyich Violet: Hayley Podschun Radio Voice/Doc/Tommy: Caesar Samayoa Harry/Bank Examiner: Jared Zirilli Mary's Mother/Police Voice/Bank Teller/Board Member: Hannah Elless Bartender: Robbie Rozelle Harvey Johnson: Andrew Briedis Squigs: Justin "Squigs" Robertson Boy George/Evan: Liam Ireland Young Harry/Jared: David Contreras Young Mary: Shelkar Dorji Young Tommy: Mila Dorji Young Daisy/Zoe: Sheridan Hauser Young Violet/Alana: Monica Hayon Benefitting Broadway Bound Kids Thanks to our friends at Goldstar! Get discounted tickets at goldstar.com/broadwaysted.
Antoine L. Smith (TW-alsmith3030)(IG-antoinelsmith32) discusses his lessons learned that have brought him to broadway. He was kind enough to sit down with me prior to a two show day and chat about how he keeps himself centered in life and moving forward. This is a wonderful conversation that at its core is filled with gratitude. I hope you feel it too! Enjoy.
GOTCHYA! In Part Three: Part Two (aka Part 4) of a very special radio play, Bryan, Kimberly, and the AEA arrive at The Not-Private Theatre for the epic final chapter and the battle against Mastermind. This episode features the voices of Lesli Margherita, Antoine L. Smith, Lilli Cooper, Max Crumm, Mike Faist, Brendon Stimson, Will Roland, Andrew Briedis, Hannah Elless, and Jay Schmidt.
In Part Three of a very special radio play, Bryan and Kimberly are in danger at the hands of someone they thought they could trust--but a twist takes our heroes even closer to their goal of saving Kevin. This episode features the voices of Michael Cerveris, Hannah Elless, Lilli Cooper, Max Crumm, Antoine L. Smith, and Jay Schmidt.
This week we talk about Broadway Sings Whitney, The #HamiltonCasting Fiasco, Head of Passes starring Phylicia Rashad, Scandal: The Musical, & so much more! Joining us this week is guest co-host Antoine L. Smith of Broadway's The Color Purple