Podcasts about broadwaycon

In Episode 96, Brennan is once again joined by actor and now casting assistant, Sarah Hogewood, as they talk about TYA, the fear of cringe, the idea of "play", and the ways being on the casting side of the process has influenced how she approaches the acting side now! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Sister Act the Musical! From screen to stage, this show is a delightful mix of habits and shenanigans that has made it the classic it is today!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 95, Brennan is joined by actor/ fellow audition monitor, Kevin Herrera, as they talk about audition season and all of the common questions/ situations they experience! The audition process can be very daunting and scary, but above all else, they want you to know that they are there to help!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we're shining the spotlight on one of the most iconic Broadway musicals, "The Phantom of the Opera"! Obviously everyone has heard of this show, and there is good reason as to why it's the longest running production in Broadway history!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

Every year, my oldest daughter Rachel and I attend BroadwayCon, a convention dedicated to Broadway, and each year I make a podcast about it, taking all the things I learned and comparing them to Magic design. This podcast is about this year's trip.

In Episode 94, Brennan is joined by former Broadway actor turned Financial Advisor, Kevin Worley, as they talk about all the tricks and tools actors can use to set themselves up for the most financial stability possible! While we are all aware of the age old trope of the struggling artist, they may not need to be struggling as much was they think!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 93, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Robb Sapp as they talk about what it's like for the little theatre nerd to make it all the way to Broadway! Not only is Robb incredibly talented with a resumé to boot, but he also the kindest, most humble guy who still lets that little inner theatre kid out to experience the wonders of Broadway!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "[title of show]"! This delightful little one act musical is a hidden gem full of friendship, silliness, and some cozy, good vibes!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 92, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Shelby Acosta as they talk about theatre boarding school, getting into the grind, and making sure you're always bringing yourself to every space you enter!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 2012 Pasek and Paul musical: Dogfight! This one is quite a doozy of a plot with some absolute bops thrown in there, but boy did it leave us with a lot to talk about!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 91, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Tiernan Tunnicliffe as they talk about the shifts that have to happen after you achieve your dreams, and giving yourself permission to make new ones! It's often in those moments of uncertainty that you discover new passions and goals you hadn't let yourself entertain before!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's favorite corn musical, "Shucked"! Well... it's a musical about corn, and if that's not incentive enough to listen to this episode, I don't know what is!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the very beloved Broadway musical "Ragtime"! With its current Broadway production extending nearly 6 months, this star-studded revival is the talk of the town!Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple: Write, Edit, and Publish Your Debut NovelMost writing podcasts just inspire. This one teaches the craft skills that hook readers.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 90, it is time for the annual solo episode as Brennan goes back and talks about everything we've chatted about during Year 2! It was a really great year for the pod, and we are so excited for what 2026 has in store!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the holiday classic "Meet Me In St. Louis"! From screen to stage, this charming little show has cemented itself as a must-watch for so many every holiday season!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 88, Brennan is joined by Broadway Casting Director, Kevin Metzger-Timson, as they talk about his transition from performing into casting, and all the things one may not know about what goes on behind the casting table! Between his experience as a performer, and his time casting with the TRC Company, Kevin is the perfect person to help us debunk all the myths of the casting process!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 87, Brennan and Danny are bringing you all of their praises and hot takes about the long awaited film "Wicked: For Good"! Whether it be Cynthia's "No Good Deed", or the newly iconic chunky knit cardigan, this movie is on everyone's mind right now, so come share in the joy with us!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's Episode, Danny is joining Brennan over on the main as they discuss all the various ways to make seeing New York theatre affordable. Art should be accessible to all, and while Broadway is a prestigious institution, there are still tons of ways to be able to see a lot of the shows in the city without breaking the bank! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "Tuck Everlasting". This lesser known gem of a show walks a fun line of family friendly theater with rather existential subject matter in a way that ends up being somehow charming?? Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 85, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Britney Coleman as they talk about the midwest to NYC transition, and the need to bring an authentic self into the industry! If we've learned anything by now, it's that every journey looks different and so does the journey to finding one's unique voice in this crazy world of theatre we choose to live in!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on a lesser known, Off-Broadway musical, "Lucky Stiff". This Ahrens and Flaherty musical is a farcical delight, with some good music, and hysterical hijinks. It deserves some time in the spotlight for a change, so go show it some love!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's spooky classic, "The Addams Family Musical"! With a truly all star cast, this adaptation of everyone's favorite creepy, cooky family is a treasure trove of bops for all voice types, and an overall good time! *snap snap*Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 83, Brennan is joined by NYC-based artist, Meghan Fitton, as they talk about entering NY without a musical theatre degree, and how to find your own power when the world you're in is uncontrollable!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, "Avenue Q"! Not only did it win the Tony Award for Best Musical, but this edgy puppet-based musical beat out Wicked! It's a classic and a hit, and all the character actors out there gotta know it!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 82, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Andrew Arrington as they talk about learning to love theatre and find those spaces that keep that love going. And as always, this platform remains an Audra McDonald fan account!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 81, Brennan is joined by NYC-based performer Allison Lian, as they examine the differences between self care and self sabotage, and question the ways actors should actually be shoeing up for themselves! What is meant for you will not pass you by, but that does not mean you should just sit around and wait for it to happen!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-side, we are shining the spotlight on one of the most widely-known Broadway musicals of all time, "Fiddler on the Roof". This beloved classic has seen so many lives on and off Broadway and contains on of the most quintessential musical theatre scores out there. Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Tony Award- Winning Best Musical "The Outsiders"! With a new, innovative twist on the turf war- genre, this show has a gained a massive following, and for good reason!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 78, Brennan is joined by NYC-based performer Gian Raffaele DiCostanzo as they talk about his beginnings in the world of theatre, being a part of the Jersey Boys circuit, and the balance between being a good and friendly collaborator without being a pushover! Also, it turns out the two of them are literally related! Wow!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music". This Broadway classic is a fun, charming time with some good audition book material, so make sure to give this one a listen!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"! This darling little show is a staple in the TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences) lexicon, and in its Broadway run it featured some VERY recognizable faces!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 77, Brennan is of course joined by fan favorite, Brandon Walters, as they pull back the curtains on gaps between gigs, and keeping the passion for theatre alive! They probably also talk about a lot of other things that aren't nearly as educational, but hopefully you're laughing as much as they are!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway and the West End's smash hit "Operation Mincemeat"! It's no secret that we are BIG fans of this brilliant show, and boy were we excited to talk about it!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 76, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Jonalyn Saxer, as they discuss getting thrown head first into the world of Broadway and learning how to speak up for yourself appropriately and respectfully! We're all human beings and we're all in this together, so we gotta encourage each other to do what we have to in order to continue to feel good and find joy in this world!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 75, Brennan is joined by NYC-based, multi hyphenate artist and founder of AfterThought Production, Aidan Wells, as they talk about the journey from artist to mentor, and ways to keep everyone protected and valued in theatrical spaces. Now, more than ever, it is important that we respect our fellow artists time and work, and give the next generations the tools they to be well-rounded collaborators!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway rock-opera "Jesus Christ Superstar"! It's on everyone's minds following the recent concert production at the Hollywood Bowl, and it is, perhaps, one of Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest works to date!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 74, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Hannah Solow as they talk about her journey from a performing arts high high school in southern California, to understudying the titular role in this year's Tony Award winning Best Play "Oh Mary". Along the way, they platform the use comedy and foolishness to free yourself from the worry of how others think of you!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the classic Disney stage musical "Mary Poppins"! We are also joined by a former Mary, Pauline Parkhurst, as we delve into this delightful show that combines both the iconic books and movie!The Not What I Thought PodcastA behind-the-scenes podcast where creatives talk candidly about how they actually...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 73, Brennan is joined by Broadway actor and writer, Nick Blaemire, as they talk about work/ life balance, and the best places to find fulfillment in your artistic career! "Winning" is temporary high, but the real joy comes from the memories and friends you encounter on the journey!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 72,  Brennan is joined by music director/ pianist/ vocal coach and founder of the Broadway Ensemble Project, Jacob Carll, as they discuss his path from opera student to founding is own musical theatre business! The Broadway Ensemble Project is a really cool, innovative new resource for performers to be able to practice something you can't otherwise do outside of a direct show context, and Jacob has created a really wonderful new way to form community through it! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit Broadway musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", and we needed some extra help to do it! Yes, we are indeed joined by fan favorite guest, Brandon Walters to make this mini-sode a little less mini, and a little more chaotic! So tune in for a colorful coat and a colorful episode!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 71, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Julia Knitel, as they jump back to beginning of her days in New Jersey community theatre, and talk about the journey that led to her receiving a 2025 Tony nomination for "Best Featured Actress in a Musical"!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 70, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Jessi Kirtley as they discuss her wild timeline from Jimmy Awards finalist, to original Broadway cast member of Operation Mincemeat! Jessi shared a lot about what she's learned throughout her journey, but above all the most important thing is to embrace your unique kind of soup!!... We promise it makes more sense in context!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's new musical "Death Becomes Her"! Based on the 1992 cult-classic, this new musical instantly became a smash-hit thanks to the incredible performances of two of Broadway's most beloved divas: Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 65, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Emma Pittman as they talk about her trajectory coming from a small town with little theatrical exposure, to winning "The Search for Roxie" and taking the Broadway world by storm! Emma has carved her name into several Broadway shows by now and was more than ready to talk about all the avenues of her theatre education!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit semi-autobiographical musical "tick, tick.. BOOM!" by Jonathan Larson! Jonathan paved the way for so many new, dynamic pieces of theatre in this industry, and it's awesome that we have such a realistic depiction of that kind of inspiring journey!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 57, Brennan is joined by NYC-actress Jaime Lyn Beatty as they talk about her experience of theatre-education on multiple levels and ways to live life more creatively! Above all, when having a career in theatre, you have to make sure you're always following the happiness!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

In Episode 56, Brennan is joined by actress Mariah Rose Faith Casillas as they talk about letting your guard down and letting some whimsy into your art! You fell in love with theatre for a reason, so don't let yourself lose sight of what that is!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of BroadwayCon, we hosted a panel with the cast and creative of Cats “The Jellicle Ball” discussing their historic production. We were joined by director Bill Rauch along with Sydney James Harcourt, Dudney Joseph Jr., and Robert “Silk” Mason from the cast. About the Production: Cats: “The Jellicle Ball” is a radical reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical based on T. S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, inspired by the Ballroom culture that roared out of New York City over 50 years ago and still rages around the world. Staged as a spectacularly immersive competition by Zhailon Levingston and Artistic Director Bill Rauch. “I have rarely seen an audience respond with as much joy and love as I saw recently at Cats: ‘The Jellicle Ball'. The atmosphere was, quite simply, electric. Cats and Ballroom culture both emerged in the same era and I am delighted that, all these years later, they are intersecting once again. I want to congratulate the entire team behind this special show!” – Andrew Lloyd Webber Produced by: Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: @TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every year, my eldest daughter, Rachel, and I go to a convention dedicated to Broadway called BroadwayCon. It's interesting going to a convention from the perspective of a fan. In this episode, I talk about this year's trip, the things I learned, and apply my learnings to Magic design.