Podcasts about Chorus line

he Locher Room celebrated Pride Month with a very special guest: Jill Powell — Broadway actress, LGBTQ+ advocate, and former As the World Turns cast member.Jill began her professional journey at just 13, performing in national tours, TV commercials, and on Broadway in shows like A Chorus Line, Damn Yankees, and Grand Hotel. Daytime fans will remember her as Marcy Breen on As the World Turns.A proud lesbian mom to Ash, her 31-year-old transgender son, Jill is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ youth. In this heartfelt conversation, she shares her journey through the arts, motherhood, and advocacy.Don't miss this inspiring and powerful Pride episode.

In this episode of Half Hour with Jeff & Richie, we break down the latest Broadway happenings. We discuss the announcement of Bess Wohl's “Liberation", the return of "The Rink" benefit concert, a new trailer for the Lorenz Hart biopic "Blue Moon", and the modern reimagining of "Damn Yankees." The episode also highlights the 50th anniversary concert for "A Chorus Line" and a concert staging of "Jesus Christ Superstar." Celebrating 300 episodes, we answer listener questions on plays suited for film, review Broadway grosses, and examine the current state of the market. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Share your thoughts with us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Listen to the Show Right Click to Save GuestsCity of Austin ACMEDoctuh Mistuh The Toxic Avenger & Pretty FilthyGround Floor Theatre QCamp Off the Rails  What We Talked About Maybe Happy Ending Andrew Barth Feldman Trump Center for the Performing Arts Broadway Briefing turns 10 Conrad Ricamora launches scholarship fund Dylan Mulvaney Ticket Prices on B'way Undervalued? Suff's Tour Damn yankees A Chorus Line turns 50Thank you to Dean Johanesen, lead singer of "The Human Condition" who gave us permission to use "Step Right Up" as our theme song, so please visit their website.. they're good! (that's an order)

Mulvaney announces Off-Broadway premiere, stars set for ‘Songs for a New World’ concert, highlights from ‘A Chorus Line’ anniversary concert Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily podcast recapping the top theatre headlines every Monday through Friday. Any and all feedback is appreciated:Grace Aki: grace@broadwayradio.com | @ItsGraceAkiMatt read more

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about the 50th Anniversary of A Chorus Line. Reviews include JOY: A New True Musical @ the Laura Pels Theatre, Polishing Shakespeare @ 59e59, A Midsummer Night’s Dream @ Ensemble Shakespeare Company, A Midsummer Night’s Dream @ Shakespeare in the Parking Lot, read more

Today, I'm so excited to announce the 250th episode of Backstage Babble. The mission of the podcast has always been to document Broadway history, and I'm thrilled to welcome a man who has had a profound influence on Broadway history over several eras in his work as a dancer and a choreographer: Wayne Cilento. Tune in to hear some of the stories of his legendary career, including his reflections on the 50th anniversary of A CHORUS LINE, how Michael Bennett kept the show on track, discussing BIG DEAL with Bob Fosse, reinventing DANCIN' for 2023 audiences, creating a movement style for WICKED, collaborating with Des McAnuff on TOMMY and HOW TO SUCCEED, how an Elvis Presley postcard inspired “Pinball Wizard,” how THE ACT led him to become a choreographer, how choreographing commercials helped him hone his skills as a director, the challenges of reviving SWEET CHARITY, making his Broadway debut with BABY, working with Heather Headley on AIDA, coming in on DREAM at the last minute, lending his talents to HIGH SOCIETY and THE MAGIC SHOW, why he turned down SUMMER, choreographing Chita Rivera in JERRY'S GIRLS, choreographing acts for everyone from Carol Channing to Alicia Keys, exploring new forms of dance for HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, backstage shenanigans at SEESAW, his memories of RACHAEL LILY ROSENBLOOM…, and so much more. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with a seven-time Tony nominee and true Broadway veteran.   Wildcat Tickets: https://54below.org/events/54-sings-wildcat/

It's 50 years since theatre history was made - the premiere of A Chorus Line. It was seen as a seminal moment, turning the spotlight on the people who make the show for the first time.Baayork Lee tells Josephine McDermott how she played Connie Wong in the original production. Like many of the first cast, her true life experiences made it into the show which was developed in workshops by director and choreographer Michael Bennett.Baayork Lee describes “the buzz” the musical generated soon after opening in a small venue off Broadway on 21 May, 1975, with everyone from singer Diana Ross and former first lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis to comedian Groucho Marx vying for seats. Two months later on 27 July the show transferred to Broadway. It won nine Tony Awards and became one of the longest-running shows on Broadway. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from the death of Adolf Hitler, the first spacewalk and the making of the movie Jaws, to celebrity tortoise Lonesome George, the Kobe earthquake and the invention of superglue. We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: Eva Peron – Argentina's Evita; President Ronald Reagan and his famous ‘tear down this wall' speech; Thomas Keneally on why he wrote Schindler's List; and Jacques Derrida, France's ‘rock star' philosopher. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the civil rights swimming protest; the disastrous D-Day rehearsal; and the death of one of the world's oldest languages.(Photo: A Chorus Line at the Shubert Theatre. Credit: Richard Corkery/NY Daily News Archive via Getty Images)

Max Pearson presents a collection of the week's Witness History interviews from the BBC World Service. Our guest is Dr Natalia Grincheva, an expert in cultural diplomacy from Lasalle, University of the Arts in Singapore. We start by hearing about when US president Bill Clinton was presented with a saxophone on a 1994 visit to Prague and he and the Czech president Vaclav Havel performed together on stage.Then, India's first female anthropologist, Irawati Karve.Twenty years on, the cousin of John Charles de Menezes, describes the day the unarmed Brazilian man was shot dead by anti-terrorism police in London.Plus, the discovery of the super-strong fibre Kevlar in 1965 which was used in bulletproof vests.And finally, 50 years on from the premiere of the Broadway hit A Chorus Line, an original cast member shares her memories.Contributors:Urmilla Deshpande – granddaughter of Irawati Karve.Patricia da Silva – cousin of Jean Charles de Menezes.Baayork Lee – Connie in A Chorus LinePlus, archive recording of Stephanie Kwolek, and material from the Vaclav Havel Center and the William J Clinton Presidential Library.(Photo: President Bill Clinton accepts a saxophone as a gift from a Belgian delegation in 1994. Credit: Luke Frazza/AFP via Getty Images)

New York City officials are investigating a reported ATM scam involving payment cards issued through the city's Summer Youth Employment Program. Plus, Sunset Park residents are calling for the city to improve pedestrian safety along Third Avenue where two men were recently killed. And finally, The iconic Broadway musical “A Chorus Line” is turning 50 and it changed Broadway forever.

Hoje é uma data muito especial: o musical A Chorus Line completa exatamente 50 anos. Para comemorar, gravamos um episódio com Keila Bueno e André Luiz Odin, duas pessoas apaixonadas por esse espetáculo, para conversar sobre o que torna esse musical tão especial e por que todos deveriam assisti-lo. Também compartilhamos curiosidades e demos nossas opiniões. Dá o play e comemore com a gente! Ajude o Musical Cast se manter vivo! Contribua no Catarse e assine nosso conteúdo. https://www.catarse.me/musicalcast

 Listen to the Show Right Click to Save GuestsSummer Stock Austin Mary Poppins & Jesus Christ SuperstarCity Theatre Wit What We Talked AboutChicago & Chorus Line Chorus Line Anniversary show (7/27) Jesse Green et al Rising Leaders of color in theatre journalism Gypsy to Close Cherry Lane sold Dolly A True Original Musical Notebook tour announce cast and dates Kids night on B'way You Had To Be there: How the Toronto Godspell Ignighed a Comedy Revolution  Thank you to Dean Johanesen, lead singer of "The Human Condition" who gave us permission to use "Step Right Up" as our theme song, so please visit their website.. they're good! (that's an order)

In this episode I continue my review of Broadway's Nostalgia Craze of the 1970s and beyond. Many of the musicals that emerged in the late 60s and very early 70s were also influenced by the incipient Nostalgia Craze, even if overall their shows were decidedly modern. HAIR, Jesus Christ Superstar, Godspell, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Applause  all included musical sequences that recalled the Vaudeville era and Silver Age of Broadway. So nostalgia was in the air, and then No, No, Nanette sent it into the stratosphere! And all of this was before the nostalgia craze expanded to include the 1950s. Almost exactly one year after the premiere of Nanette the musical Grease opened on Broadway. It became wildly popular and ran for eight years on Broadway passing Fiddler to become the longest running musical of all time until A Chorus Line passed it. And Grease's enormous success set into motion a 1950s wing of the nostalgia craze by inspiring both the movie American Grafiiti (1973) and the TV show Happy Days (1974). The success of Nanette led directly to a 1973 revival Irene, the smash hit musical that opened in 1919 and became the longest running musical of its day. And Grease led directly to Over Here !, the 1974 musical in which the director, choreographer and producers of Grease attempted to do for the 1940s, what their previous show had done for the 1950s. The two still living Andrews Sisters, Patty and Maxine, where enticed to star in Over Here!, and the Sherman Brothers, of Disney fame, provided a terrific set of brand new very authentic sounding Big Band era style songs for them to swing. Broadway's Nostalgia Craze continued with a hit 1975 revival of the Jerome Kern Princess Theater musical Very Good Eddie, then in 1979 both the 1928 Edie Cantor vehicle Whoopee! and the 1930's style classic Burlesque show, Sugar Babies.  It was inevitable that the movie 42nd Street itself would be transformed into a Broadway stage musical in 1980. That same season there was the Marx Brothers inspired revusical A Day In Hollywood A Night In The Ukraine. 1983 brought a hit revival of Rodgers & Hart's On Your Toes, and over the next decade there would be two Gershwin “revisals”, both of them so heavily reworked that they were given new titles: My One And Only in 1983, and Crazy For You in 1993. In between, came the Broadway debut of a 1937 London hit Me And My Girl in 1986. I would even include the 1980 blockbuster Annie in this category. Although it was, of course, an entirely new musical it certainly played on nostalgia for the comic strip and radio show Little Orphan Annie from the Depression Era, and smartly used that to echo the recession of the 1970's. Some people would say that the Nostalgia Craze never ended, at least as far as Broadway is concerned.  Although, revivals of popular musicals have been part of the Broadway mix throughout most of its 120+ year history, the success of No, No, Nanette and its successors created a pattern and expectation that in every season – there should be at least enough revivals to fill out a Tony Award “Best Revival” category. And you could say that the immense popularity of City Center's Encore Series is an extension of the Nostalgia Craze, as well. I for one hope that we will never tire of rediscovering and reinventing the great musicals of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Listen to the Show Right Click to Save GuestsScriptWorks Out of Ink In StepAustin Shakespeare Young Shakespeare Cymbeline What We Talked About  Chorus Line 50th Call Me Izzy Separate the Artist from the Art Etoile Megan Hilty Tartuffe Off B'way Joe Allen's is 50 Billy Joel B'way Actors Cover Real Women Have Curves Clsosing Dog Man The Musical Sandy Knox Thank you to Dean Johanesen, lead singer of "The Human Condition" who gave us permission to use "Step Right Up" as our theme song, so please visit their website.. they're good! (that's an order)

While House Speaker MikeJohnson has been supporting President Trump's “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” its proposed Medicaid cuts could cause many of his constituents to lose coverage. The Gulf States Newsroom's Drew Hawkins traveled to Shreveport to hear what people are saying. One of the longest-running Broadway productions, “A Chorus Line,” opens at the Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre this weekend. And for the first time in the company's history, all productions this season are directed and choreographed by women. Director and choreographer Jauné Buisson and cast member Michael Paternostro share the details.Another performance debuts at Tulane this weekend as the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival continues its run of “The Imaginary Invalid.” Cast members Doug Spearman and Alix Paige tell us about performing Molliere's 17th century comedy.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Every once in a while, you get the honor of doing a podcast with someone who you know is an important part of history. That's what I got to do today with Abe Jacob. Now, Abe is a sound designer. If you don't know what that is, well, I didn't really know either, but he's actually known as "The Godfather of Sound."He's had this remarkable life and career starting with his first gig that he did when he's right out of college at 22 years old in that 1966-1967 timeframe. This job ends up being The Beatles' last live concert. Shortly after he gets a job working with a band called The Mamas and the Papas. He tours with them and Peter, Paul and Mary, even winding up at the Capitol during a huge Vietnam protest concert. His list of accomplishments just goes on and on and on, having worked intimately with Jimi Hendrix until his death.What's so interesting is that Abe works with all of these legends, but he doesn't earn his nickname until he moves to theater. He is critically important to all the major plays of this time, including  Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Pippin', and he does A Chorus Line and Chicago at the same time. I mean, he works with legendary choreographer Bob Fosse. He becomes great friends with legendary actress Lauren Bacall. He has had an amazing and very interesting life. You can see why I'm excited having Abe do my podcast. It's exactly what I'm looking to accomplish. To document these important voices in art and Abe is most definitely an artist. Quite frankly, I would pay to interview Abe. He was that good. So I hope you enjoy. This is the Godfather of Sound, Abe Jacob, on Art Dealer Diaries Podcast episode 350.

Singer, songwriter, filmmaker, Broadway actor...Pierre Marais takes being a multi hyphenate to a WHOLE new level!  Originally from Capetown, South Africa, and a great pal for fourteen years, Pierre currently stars in Jamie Lloyd's groundbreaking revival of Sunset Boulevard, and has previously appeared on Broadway and in the National touring production of Disney's Aladdin, as well as the tour of A Chorus Line...has starred regionally as Jack Kelly in Newsies and the Emcee in Cabaret, and all while balancing an equally demanding calling/vocation as an award-winning filmmaker. As Apple Pie, written and directed by Marais, has landed him a win for Best Indie Short Film at the New York International Film Awards and as a finalist for Best Young Filmmaker at the world renowned Cannes Film Festival. Pierre talks about the special challenges faced by International artists here in the States and how those challenges serve to inspire all facets of his work as an artist. A true gem of a human, Pierre continues to serve as a role model for any young artist working to find their authentic voice in the chaos of our industry, and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did!

Tom Felton to Play Draco Malfoy on Broadway, Site-Specific ‘Chorus Line’ Announced and Canceled, Trailers for ‘Spider Woman’ and ‘Wicked: For Good’ Since 2016, “Today on Broadway” has been the first and only daily podcast recapping the top theatre headlines every Monday through Friday. Any and all feedback is appreciated:Grace read more The post Today on Broadway: Friday, June 6, 2025 appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Welcome to Season 04 Episode 4.15 - the "Producers" edition - of Notes from the Aisle Seat, the podcast featuring news and information about the arts in  northern Chautauqua County NY, sponsored by the 1891 Fredonia Opera House. Your host is Tom Loughlin, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor and Chair Emeritus of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Fredonia. Guests on this episode include: Mr. Steve Wendell/And The Tony Goes To..."; Mr. Rick Mascaro/Founder, Lakeshore Center for the Arts; Mr. Jefferson Westwood, retiring Director, Rockefeller Arts Center. Notes from the Aisle Seat is available from most of your favorite podcast sites, as well as on the Opera House YouTube Channel. If you enjoy this podcast, please spread the word through your social media feeds, give us a link on your website, and consider becoming a follower by clicking the "Follow" button in the upper right-hand corner of our home page. If you have an arts event you'd like to publicize, hit us up at operahouse@fredopera.org and let us know what you have! Please give us at least one month's notice to facilitate timely scheduling. And don't forget to enter the giveaway for a $25 gift card from Domus Fare, and 2 tickets to any movie from the Cinema Series. Entries must be received by Friday June 6th at 12 noon! Listen to the podcast for the question and answer. Then email your answer to operahouse@fredopera.org. Make sure you put the word "Giveaway" in the subject line and include your preferred contact information. Thanks for listening! Time Stamps (Approximate) 1:55 - Steve Wendell/And The Tony Goes To... 16:30 - Rick Mascaro/Lakeshore Center for the Arts 33:33 - Arts Calendar 35:31 - Mr. Jefferson Westwood/retiring Director, Rockefeller Arts Center Media "I Wanna Be A Producer", from the musical The Producers, music and lyrics by Mel Brooks, performed by Matthew Broderick, from the original cast album, March 2001 "What I Did for Love", from the musical A Chorus Line, music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban, performed by Priscilla Lopez, from the original cast album, Columbia 1975 "That's Entertainment", from the film musical The Band Wagon, music by Howard Dietz and Arthur Schwartz; written by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, performed by the Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams, conductor, January 2014 "There's No Business Like Show Business", from the musical Annie Get Your Gun, written and composed by Irving Berlin, performed by the WDR Funkhausorchester, Michael Seal, conductor, June 2022. "There's No Business Like Show Business", from the film musical There's No Business Like Show Business, written and composed by Irving Berlin, performed by Ethel Merman. 20th Century Fox, December 1954. Artist Links Steve Wendell Rick Mascaro Jefferson Westwood Box Office at SUNY Fredonia Lake Shore Center for the Arts Main Street Studios Ticket Website WCVF Fredonia WRFA Jamestown   BECOME AN OPERA HOUSE MEMBER!

On Sunday 18th May, Mickey-Jo was joined at my live Cabaret show 'MickeyJoTheatre: LIVE' at the Phoenix Arts Club by the extraordinary Carly Mercedes Dyer. Carly received an Olivier Award nomination for her hysterical performance as Erma in Anything Goes at the Barbican Centre, and has also wowed audiences in A Chorus Line, West Side Story, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, and the UK tour of the Drifter's Girl. Just days before her debut cabaret show as part of Janie Dee's "A Wonderful World" cabaret festival at Crazy Coqs, she joined me at MickeyJoTheatre: LIVE to discuss her career so far, the notion of stardom, and how her cabaret will tie in with the festival's conversations about raising awareness of climate change and celebrating connectivity and the beauty of the natural world. •get in person / live stream tickets to see MickeyJoTheatre LIVE at the Phoenix Arts Club:https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/mickeyjotheatre-live/About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring a live panel discussion on the legacy of William Adam and AdamFest, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "AdamFest 2025 Panel Discussion"   About the William Adam Trumpet Festival (AdamFest): The 11th Annual William Adam International Trumpet Festival will take place June 19–22, 2025, at Austin Peay State University, hosted by Dr. Rob Waugh. This year's festival brings together a distinguished roster of William Adam's former students—many of whom are among today's leading trumpet artists—for four days of inspiration, performance, and pedagogy. In the spirit of Mr. Adam's legacy, the festival offers a rich mix of masterclasses, performances, complimentary private and group lessons, and targeted seminars on topics such as jazz improvisation, orchestral playing, trumpet fundamentals, and effective teaching. Special programming is available for younger students and their educators. William Adam taught trumpet at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music from 1946 to 1988 and continued teaching privately until his passing in 2013. Widely regarded as one of the most influential trumpet pedagogues of the 20th century, his teaching emphasized sound, simplicity, and personal connection. The annual festival ensures his philosophy continues to inspire new generations of trumpet players. About Our Panelists: Bobby Burns Jr. is a longtime member of Earth, Wind & Fire and a veteran of the Los Angeles music scene. After studying with the legendary Bill Adam at Indiana University—where he overcame early challenges to earn a degree in trumpet performance—Bobby moved to L.A., balancing day jobs with gigs until establishing a full-time music career. His versatile résumé spans symphonic, studio, and touring work, with credits including The Temptations, Tony Bennett, Dr. Dre, and Broadway productions like Evita and A Chorus Line. Since joining Earth, Wind & Fire in 2004, he has performed on major stages around the world, from the White House to the Grammys. Bobby is also an active educator, passionate about mentoring the next generation of musicians. Charley Davis is a versatile trumpeter, respected educator, and innovative designer with a career spanning over three decades. A fixture in the Los Angeles studio scene, Charley has performed with legends like Frank Sinatra, Natalie Cole, Buddy Rich, and Placido Domingo, and his credits range from motion pictures and Broadway shows to big bands and Las Vegas stages. He currently teaches at Cal State Long Beach, Citrus College, and the Henry Mancini Institute, where he's known for his deep diagnostic insight and mentorship. Charley is also the founder of Charles Davis Music Products, producing a signature line of trumpets and mutes that reflect his commitment to excellence in both sound and craftsmanship. Robert Slack is a seasoned trumpeter, educator, and recording artist with a master's degree in trumpet performance from Indiana University, where he studied under the legendary William Adam. His diverse career has included everything from orchestras and brass ensembles to touring with Buddy Rich and Paul Anka, and performing in Las Vegas showrooms with stars like Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. Now based in Los Angeles, Robert has built an extensive studio career with credits spanning film, television, and commercial work. He currently serves as trumpet professor at Azusa Pacific University, where he's been on faculty for over 18 years. Larry Hall is one of Los Angeles' top session trumpet players, known for his versatility across virtually every musical style. A former student of William Adam at Indiana University, Larry has built a prolific recording career with credits spanning film, television, and albums for artists including Elton John, The Jacksons, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Placido Domingo. His ability to adapt his sound to any musical context has made him a first-call player in the L.A. studio scene. Dr. Karl Sievers is a distinguished performer and educator whose career spans orchestral, jazz, and commercial music. A former student of William Adam, he holds a DMA in trumpet performance and recently retired as a Presidential Professor at the University of Oklahoma. Now in his 24th season as principal trumpet of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Karl is equally at home playing lead in jazz and Broadway settings. When he's not performing, he enjoys fitness, motorcycles, fishing, and time with family. Gino Muñoz is a versatile musician, educator, and entrepreneur with over two decades of professional performance experience, including work with Michael Bublé and Gwen Stefani. A proud alumnus and now full-time faculty member at Citrus College, Gino has played a key role in shaping the school's acclaimed Instrumental Music program. He is the past Academic Senate President, produces live shows for venues like SeaWorld and Legoland, and is a partner at 37 St Joseph Studios, a professional recording facility in Arcadia. Anthony “Tony” Bonsera Jr. is a dynamic trumpeter, composer, arranger, and educator whose career spans jazz, big band, rock, and fusion. He has played lead or split lead trumpet with groups like The Glenn Miller Orchestra, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and the Bill Holman Big Band, and is a longtime faculty member at Citrus College. As a bandleader and recording artist, Tony's projects—such as his original album The Gates of Hell and the genre-blending Los Angeles Classic Rock Orchestra—showcase his creative range. His latest work, L.A.'s Finest, is an ambitious double album featuring top musicians from across the country. A Philly native, Tony still finds time for family, friends, and the occasional cheesesteak.   Podcast listeners! Enter code "podcast" at checkout for 15% off any of our Gard bags! Visit trumpetmouthpiece.com for more info.     Episode Links: WilliamAdamTrumpet.com Bill Adam Facebook Group -  https://www.facebook.com/groups/603106766409745/ Charley Davis Book - A Tribute to William Adam Print Version - https://trumpetmouthpiece.com/products/tribute-to-william-adam-method-book-his-teachings-his-routine-by-charley-davis PDF Version - https://trumpetmouthpiece.com/products/digital-copy-tribute-to-william-adam-method-book-his-teachings-his-routine-by-charley-davis William Adam Brass Choir Arrangements - https://trumpetmouthpiece.com/collections/william-adam-brass-choir-arrangements International Trumpet Guild Conference, May 27-31, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/itg William Adam Trumpet Festival, June 19-22, Clarksville, Tennessee. williamadamtrumpet.com  Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/williamadam   Podcast Credits: “A Room with a View“ - composed and performed by Howie Shear Podcast Host - John Snell Cover Art - courtesy of John Snell Audio Engineer - Ted Cragg

Nelson Bettencourt (Disney's Aladdin / Friendsical) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew and Nelson discuss Here We Are (National Theatre) and The Mad Ones (Other Palace Studio) as well as the latest news about Tina: The Tina Turner Musical closing, Cynthia Erivo's West End return, Legally Blonde's new tour, casting for The Sound of Music at Leicester Curve and lots more.Nelson recently played Babkak in the UK & Ireland tour of Disney's Aladdin having previously played Ross in the UK tour of Friendsical. Nelson is from Canada, with his Canadian theatre credits including Candide, Fun Home, Rogers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, Sister Act, A Chorus Line, All Shook Up, Beauty and the Beast and Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.Follow Nelson on Instagram: @nfmbettencourt This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Matt and me for Episode 134 as we tackle A Chorus Line (1985), a movie musical that boldly asked, “What if we took a Broadway masterpiece… and made it worse?” Directed by Richard Attenborough (yes, really) and starring Michael Douglas as Zach (also… yes, really), this adaptation swaps out two iconic songs for original numbers that absolutely no one asked for—and makes the whole thing feel more like an 80s street dance audition than a tribute to Broadway's beating heart.Gone is the original choreography. Gone is the emotional depth. What's left? Perms, sweatbands, and a lot of bewildered sighing from us. We break down the baffling choices, the missed opportunities, and why this one might just top our list of “what were they thinking?” movie musicals.Support the Conner & Smith Show on Patreon here:https://www.patreon.com/ConnerandSmith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Today, I'm thrilled to announce my episode with producer Jenny Gersten, who was recently named the new VP and Artistic Director of Musical Theater at City Center. Tune in to hear some of the stories of her legendary career, including how Anne Kauffman and Lear DeBessonet brought her on board at City Center, the true mission of the Encores! series, what she looks for in a potential revival, the challenges of massively reworking a show, her experience running the Williamstown Theater Festival after the pandemic, how changing venues affected the experience of the Festival, how she ended up having the same job as her father at the Public Theater, how transferring a show to Broadway has changed since A CHORUS LINE, how the revival of HAIR transferred to Broadway, developing the marketing strategy for BEETLEJUICE, how they made the off-Broadway revival of SWEENEY TODD financially viable, finding the audience for JUST FOR US using digital marketing, designing the Perelman Arts Center, and so much more. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with one of Broadway's most important creative minds.

Listen to Rachel Cahoon, Nicky Kaider, and Leela Aviles-Dawson the talented actors nominated for their roles in The Sound of Music, Jersey Boys, and Chorus Line. 

This one originally dropped in September 2021 in two parts—but if you missed it back then, don't worry. I'm bringing it back as part of the Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Interview Series.Ray Marchica is one of those drummers whose name has been floating around the NYC scene for decades—and for good reason. He's done it all: gold records, TV house band gigs, iconic Broadway runs, off-Broadway, jazz big bands, the works. From James Brown's "Living in America" to The Rosie O'Donnell Show to Mamma Mia!—Ray's been laying it down with feel, power, and style.In this episode, Ray shares stories about:* Growing up in Brooklyn and learning drums from his uncle in the basement* Studying classical percussion at Brooklyn College with the legendary Morris Lang* Landing his first major gig on the A Chorus Line tour in the ‘70s* Navigating the world of jingle sessions, Radio Registry (yes, that was a thing for you young folk), and Broadway subs* Getting the gig with Dan Hartman and playing on hit records* What it was like playing for La Cage aux Folles, Starlight Express, Will Rogers Follies, and other major shows* His time in the pit for Miss Saigon, the long run with Mamma Mia!, and his approach to training subs* Real talk about the rise of drum machines, the shift in Broadway orchestra pits, and how he's stayed versatile through it allWhether you're a drummer, a fan of Broadway, or just someone who loves hearing stories from the road, the pit, and the studio, you'll dig this.Hit play. Subscribe if you haven't. And check out more at BroadwayDrumming101.com.If you loved this episode, check out some of the other powerful resources we've created for musicians looking to bridge the gap between the classroom and the Broadway pit:*

April is National Autism Awareness Month, and in New Orleans, the next few weeks are full of events to promote acceptance of people all across the autism spectrum. Claire Tibbets, executive director of the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans, tells us more about April's events as well as resources available for the autism community throughout the year.The Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane is returning for its 58th season. On deck this year are hit Broadway musicals, “A Chorus Line,” “Company,” and “Carousel.” Artistic director Leonard Raybon tells us more about these upcoming performances and his new role at the head of the company. We all know that daily life requires energy and creates emissions. Like when you drive a car or buy a new pair of shoes. But how far would you go to account for your own carbon footprint? Former Coastal Desk reporter Halle Parker joined one New Orleans artist for a tree planting trip in Plaquemines Parish to try, as she tried to offset the emissions created by her artwork. ___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

durée : 01:28:50 - A Chorus Line, 50 ans - par : Laurent Valière - En 1975, A Chorus Line est une révolution à Broadway : une comédie musicale sur les anonymes qui font les comédies musicales et connait un succès inespéré. Revenons sur 50 ans de succès. Avec dans les étoiles de la comédie musicale My Fair Lady. - réalisé par : Céline Parfenoff

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Pulitzer Prize winning musical, A Chorus Line! This one goes out to all the #DancerFirst folks out there, but it's still a classic that should be in everyone's Broadway knowledge!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

ANNIE part 1: Debora Krizak [Sweet Charity, A Chorus Line] stars as Miss Hannigan and original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page stars as President Franklin Roosevelt. Debora was one of my first Podcast guests and Greg makes his professional musical debut, very exciting. Hear more about the new Australian production of ANNIE [Crossroads Live], now playing at the Capitol Theatre before touring, the exciting cast assembled and bringing the Wiggle magic to the world of ANNIE.  Watch performances: ~ 'Easy Street' in Annie ~ 'Hard Knock Life' in Annie ~ Audience reactions watching Annie the musical ~ Audience reactions with Sandy ~ Greg on the Wiggles ~ Debora performing 'Big Spender' at Sydney Cabaret Let Me Entertain You Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | TikTok | Youtube

Legendary composer John Kander (Chicago, Cabaret, Steel Pier, Zorba) shares rarified insider stories with Michael Riedel about the making of Chicago. Kander reminisces about creating epic musical hits with songwriting partner Fred Ebb and collaborating with Director/Choregrapher Bob Fosse. Kander also reveals the secret advice he received from dear friend Liza Minnelli.  Chicago opened on Broadway in 1975, and in the shadow of the Tony-winning musical smash A Chorus Line, Chicago was overlooked for years. When Chicago returned to New York's City Center and transferred to Broadway in 1996, no one would have dreamed that the show would still be running in 2025, making it the longest running musical revival in Broadway history! This episode features never-before-heard excerpts from the interviews Michael Riedel recorded while writing his 2020 best-selling book Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Justin and I continue our month of musicals with A CHORUS LINE! Hundreds of hopefuls congregate at a cattle call for Broadway dancers. A sour director, Zach (Michael Douglas), and his brusque assistant (Terrence Mann) whittle down the ranks until they're left with 16 dancers. All tell their life stories -- some tragic, some comic -- and explain their love of dance. Tension mounts when Cassie (Alyson Reed) -- once both a big star and the director's lover but now desperate for a part -- auditions. But Zach must choose only the best for his show. Hear our thoughts - and the thoughts of critics SISKEL AND EBERT.Be sure to subscribe on your favorite pod platform and our YOUTUBE channel!Visit thecultworthy.comVisit https://www.themoviewire.comVideo: https://www.youtube.com/@back2thebalcony

U Guys, after a brief hiatus, Oh My Pod is back with a bang! This week's BroadwayWorld Recap is overflowing with Bway news. Then I am joined by ten-time Broadway veteran, J.Elaine Marcos! From Priscilla, Queen of the Desert to Drag The Musical, J.Elaine has performed in every facet of the New York theater scene and beyond. In this hilarious episode, we talk all about the highs and lows of a lifelong career in Musical Theater, and how to navigate the inevitable ebbs and flows. We touch on J.Elaine's experience as a Filipino actress, and how her heritage has influenced her career in the theater. J.Elaine's resume includes some of the most iconic Broadway shows, from A Chorus Line to Annie, to Sweet Charity to Miss Saigon. With ten Broadway credits and regional/off-broadway credits to boot, I can confidently say J.Elaine knows what she's talking about. She is such a delight, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow J.Elaine on Instagram: @jelainemarcos Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born and raised in New York City, Porfirio Figueroa is a former triple threat who was fortunate to have danced for the legendary Jerome Robbins, and the great Michael Bennett in shows such as “West Side Story” (having played both Chino and Bernardo) and “A Chorus Line” (having played both Mark Anthony and Paul). He has also worked in TV, film and theater in various capacities as a director, playwright, lyricist, and producer. Locally, he is an active member of Fort Washington Collegiate Church where he conceived, developed, and executed “The Salon Hang,” an art showcase for the Upper Manhattan community featuring over 44 local artists. Porfirio has advised numerous not-for-profit organizations and notable clientele on development, execution, and community outreach. Furthermore, he has advised the Washington Heights Chamber Orchestra, served as a Board Member of the Dance Project of Washington Heights, and AYUDA for the Arts. He is a Cum Laude Graduate of the State University of New York at Binghamton, and currently serves as the Deputy Director of Community Affairs for the Office of the Manhattan Borough President, Mark Levine.

On today's episode of The CLS Experience, we have a very exclusive treat. She's not just an actress, she's a beacon of empowerment and a voice for embracing one's true intuitive self, big facts. Growing up as one of the few Asian Americans in her school, she faced challenges fitting in, yet she harbored a deep love for the performing arts, which I absolutely admire. Despite feeling out of place and experiencing bullying, she didn't let these obstacles define her. Instead, she excelled academically, graduating as valedictorian from Malibu High School and heading to UC Berkeley with a focus on math and engineering, just to name a few. But the universe had other plans. A study abroad opportunity in Paris led her to audition for a musical, landing a role in "A Chorus Line." That experience ignited her passion for acting, a path she's pursued with zest and grace. Now she will help you master your energy, call in more abundance, AND her story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. She is the embodiment of authenticity and perseverance. She's just a juggernaut in all facets of life and a terrific human being. Please welcome the talented, resilient, and inspiring, abundant and quantum shifting Paget Kagy.12:35 - Personal Growth Through Elevating Consciousness15:23 - Unlocking Your Highest Potential18:48 - Release Energetic Patterns for Manifestation27:05 - Maintaining High Vibration Frequency39:49 - Expanding Consciousness and Opportunities48:35 - Connecting Through Authenticity and AlignmentFind Out More: https://pagetkagy.com/work-with-me/To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Paget Kagy follow Paget on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796To follow The CLS Experience and connect with Craig on Social Media:➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

In 2022, two Ana de Armas fans filed a lawsuit after renting the 2019 film Yesterday and discovering that scenes with her from the trailer had been cut entirely from the film. This incident opened a discussion about what is "false advertising." For example, when a Rusical billed as portraying The Wizard Of Oz, Wicked, and The Wiz all at once turns out to be a parody of A Chorus Line - is the audience to blame for having strong reactions? The Action Pack will discuss this bizarre twist on an otherwise fairly serviceable Rusical and more, PLUS the latest round of our Drag Race Fantasy League game! X IS FOR SHOW is a talk show for your favorite media, the same way THE OFFICE was a documentary about a paper company. Every week, THE ACTION PACK gathers to discuss a wide range of entertainment media and news, from film & TV to comics to gaming, music, and beyond. Led by showrunner NICO (@NicoAction) and producer KEVO (@KevoReally), as well as a variety of friends and special guests, these LIVE discussions are not to be missed - so be sure to tune in and join us for all the fun!

durée : 02:28:59 - France Musique est à vous du samedi 01 mars 2025 - par : Gabrielle Oliveira-Guyon - Au programme d'aujourd'hui, de belles œuvres religieuses : le motet Quam Dilecta de Rameau, le Miserere de Zelenka et la Messe en mi bémol majeur de Schubert ! Mais aussi Lester Young et la comédie musicale Chorus Line. - réalisé par : Emmanuel Benito

In this latest recap of RuPaul's Drag Race season 17, Steven has been kidnapped by Joe and forced to talk about A Chorus Line! I mean The Wiz. I mean The Wizard of Oz. I mean, Wicked? Eh, screw it, we'll just throw all of them in a blender and make a Rusical out of it! The remaining ten girls of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 17 show off their musical talents as they take on iconic Wizard of Oz characters such as Dorothy, The Scarecrow, Glenda the Good Witch, and... Cher, I suppose! Who will be getting a Tony and who will be getting a Booty?! Find out in the latest episode of This Toxic Fandom!

The progressive and disruptive social movements of the 1960s and 70s had a huge impact on the Broadway Musical and were reflected back into the culture by them. These include the Civil Rights movement, Women's Liberation, Black Power, and the Gay Liberation Movement. The Stonewall Rebellion in 1969 brought gay issues into the mainstream and during the 1970s LGBTQ+ people would become “out, loud, and proud” in significant numbers. Of course, it makes sense that this new visibility and feeling of liberation would be felt on Broadway where there had always been a large representation of queer people throughout the industry, including in positions of leadership. As a result queer characters and stories began appearing on Broadway -- especially in plays -- but also in a few musicals as well. In this episode I explore the growing visibility of openly queer content on Broadway in musicals such as Hair, Coco, Applause, Seesaw, A Chorus Line, La Cage Aux Folles, and the works of William Finn. I also recount the devastating effect that the AIDS Crisis had on Broadway during the 1980s and 90s when a whole generation of creative talent was eliminated or sidelined by the disease.  AIDS claimed the lives of hundreds of actors, singers, musicians, stage managers, production assistants, and designers -- as well as scores of dancers that had been trained by Bennett, Fosse, Champion, and Tune and might have one day become influential directors and choreographers themselves. The devastation of AIDS opened the door to the “British Invasion” that would soon dominate Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Bishop, legend of stage, screen, chorus lines and iconic television joins us to talk about her magnificent book, The Third Gilmore Girl! Kelly's media path took her from Broadway dancer to a Tony winning performance in A Chorus Line to her partial culpability for putting Baby in a corner in Dirty Dancing to Friday night dinners with Lorelei and Rory as Emily Gilmore. And the journey continues… As Kelly's book and this conversation reveal, she did it all with grace, charm, dedication, diligence and humility.First, we speak with singer/actor Sam Harris, whose rocket ride aboard starship Star Search launched him into millions of living rooms with his celestial rendering of Over the Rainbow. After battling Covid related vocal issues, Sam is readying his  triumphant return in a stage show he calls, Beyond The Rainbow.  Sam and Fritz discuss their shared history at a little Santa Monica nightclub called The Horn where they honed their crafts and were both discovered! Then Kelly Bishop tells us how her work ethic and confidence were shaped by a nurturing mother, who ran interference against her neglectful father, teaching her ballet and carving a path for her to reach for her dreams.Kelly shares how inspired she has been by show runners Amy Sherman and Dan Palladino and how taking on the role of Emily Gilmore allowed her to explore the relationship she witnessed between her mother and her grandmother. She also talks tenderly about her love story with her husband, Journalist Lee Leonard, her surprisingly primal response to the death of her father and her treasured friendships with Amy Sherman-Palladino and Lauren Graham. Kelly also gives us some hints about the newest Palladino project, Etoile, which is coming soon to Prime. All this plus  rounds of IMDB Roulette and Gilmore Girls Trivia!And in recommendations -Weezy: The Echo of Old Books by Barbara DavisFritz: Netflix Movie 'The Teacher's Lounge'Path Points of Interest:The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly BishopKelly Bishop WikipediaKelly Bishop IMDBA Chorus Line on BroadwayKelly Bishop - At The BalletDirty Dancing The Gilmore GirlsGilmore Girls IMDBGilmore Girls Opening SongMedia Path Podcast"Emily Gilmore" Youtube PageSam Harrishttps://www.samharris.com/Sam Harris at the El Portal Theatrehttps://elportaltheatre.com/beyondtherainbow.htmlThe Teachers' Loungehttps://www.netflix.com/title/81725559The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davishttps://www.amazon.com/Echo-Old-Books-Novel/dp/1542038162/

Today, I'm thrilled to announce my interview with Tony winner Kelly Bishop, whose memoir The Third Gilmore Girl is now out from Gallery Books. Tune in to hear some of the stories of her legendary career, including how A CHORUS LINE changed the trajectory of musical theater, how she ended up taking over for Stockard Channing in SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION, how dying her hair led to her Broadway debut in GOLDEN RAINBOW, why she didn't prepare a Tonys acceptance speech, the miscasting that took place in ON THE TOWN, why PROPOSALS was a disappointing experience, breaking the fire code at the Public Theater, getting put into THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO, standing up to the creative team during RACHAEL LILY ROSENBLOOM…, why she loved her role in BECKY SHAW, going on the road with IRENE, and more. You won't want to miss this interview with one of stage and screen's best actresses.

On this episode of One Indescribable Podcast… Adam H, Todd the Librarian, and TV Lindy continue their journey through every episode of Schmigadoon by recapping Season 2 Episode 2: Doorway to Where. This episode is paired with the musical A Chorus Line! Our friend Zed (@hardrockhope) joins us to discuss the episode and movie! “In theater camp I was more of a double threat” Thank you for listening, you deserve a whole bowl of corn puddin'! Follow the podcast on Twitter @oneCXGpodcast! Find us @pianomanadam1 (Adam), @librariantodd (Todd), and @tvlindy (Lindy)! Follow Whirlwind Podcasts @WhirlwindPods and visit our website at whirlwindpodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gilmore Girls was one of the first true binge worthy series that you could watch again and again. On this week's episodes, we are talking to the amazing Kelly Bishop (a/k/a Emily Gilmore).  Kelly shares stories from her new Memoir: The Third Gilmore Girl. From her Tony Award winning time in the original A Chorus Line to Gilmore Girls and her personal journey, Kelly has so many stories to tell in her new book and she shares many of them with us.   Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com The Third Gilmore Girl: https://amzn.to/40eiBMU FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotflashesandcooltopics/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ssWfO0qeZYEIs6TzrKBHQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657557054765087   Want to Leave a Review for Hot Flashes and Cool Topics? Here's How: For Apple Podcasts on an iPhone or iOS device: Open the Apple Podcast App on your device. Click on the “search” icon Type into the search bar “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” and click on the show Towards the bottom, look for “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” and leave us your thoughts and comments! For Apple Podcasts on a computer: On the Apple Podcasts website, go to the search bar and type “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” After clicking on the show, find the “Listen on Apple Podcasts” button and click on it The “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” podcast should open on the Apple Podcasts application Keep scrolling on the page until you see “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “See All” If you want to give us a five-star rating, hover over the empty stars! If you want to leave your thoughts and comments, click on “Write a Review”!  

Today, I'm thrilled to announce my interview with theater veteran Michael Berresse. Tune in to hear some of the stories of his legendary career, including his brief moment being directed by Jerome Robbins during FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, the process of bringing TITLE OF SHOW to Broadway, creating his version of “Bianca” in KISS ME, KATE, understudying the lead role in DAMN YANKEES, bringing Bob Mackie to the stage in THE CHER SHOW, how he became artistic director of The Weston Playhouse, staging a revival of THE GOLDEN APPLE at Encores!, his onstage accident during BUSKER ALLEY, the isolation of playing Zach in A CHORUS LINE, auditioning for Ann Reinking for CHICAGO, and so much more. You won't want to miss this in-depth conversation with one of Broadway's best actors and directors.

Before Kelly Bishop found her way into our hearts as Emily Gilmore, she danced her way into history in Broadway's "A Chorus Line" and the movie "Dirty Dancing." Most recently, you might have seen her as Mrs. Ivey in Hulu's "The Watchful Eye."But chances are you probably recognize the Tony-Award winner from her role as the matriarch of Stars Hollow. She joins us to talk about her new memoir, "The Third Gilmore Girl."Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Episode Summary:  Menina Fortunato interviews the accomplished G Madison IV, a dancer, choreographer, and creative director with a career spanning continents and industries. G shares his journey from self-taught beginnings in San Diego to performing alongside global icons like Mariah Carey, Rihanna, and Kendrick Lamar. Now based in Australia, he reflects on transitioning into musical theater and balancing family life with a thriving career. G emphasizes the importance of mindset, clarity, and professionalism in building a sustainable dance career. He recounts personal challenges, like being fired from a major project, and offers insights on how setbacks can lead to growth. In a lively Q&A with mentees, G provides practical advice on topics like staying calm in auditions, choosing between opportunities, and the qualities choreographers seek in dancers. The conversation is packed with wisdom and inspiration for aspiring and professional dancers alike, showing that success is about more than talent—it's about perseverance, consistency, and a clear vision for the future. Show Notes: (00:00:00) Introduction (02:40) Early Career (10:51) Mindset and Career Lessons (24:00) Musical Theater Transition (40:27) Saying No to Big Jobs (44:25) Q&A Highlights (44:25) Overcoming Rejection (52:55) Audition Mindset (01:03:07) Choosing Opportunities (01:07:00) Professionalism and Consistency Biography: G.Madison IV has thrived in the entertainment industry wearing many different hats for over 20 years. Born in San Diego, California, currently living in Perth, AU with his wife & daughter, G is still hitting the stage whenever possible.  Established in Los Angeles, G's performed, designed and creative directed worldwide for the industry's elite: MARIAH CAREY, CHAKA KHAN, RIHANNA, LADY GAGA, ALICIA KEYS, KENDRICK LAMAR, MEGAN THE STALLION, ALUNA GEORGE, CHE'NELLE, CAMILLA CABELLO, GREENDAY and more. Including THE GRAMMYS, ELLEN, DANCING WITH THE STARS, BILLBOARD AWARDS, LIP SYNC BATTLE, PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS, LATIN VIDEO AWARDS, G has most recently been cast in the newest theatrical phenomena live musical, MJ THE MUSICAL, running in AUSTRALIA.  He has only recently involved himself in musical theater, having starred in HAMA PRODUCTIONS' FAME THE MUSICAL (Crown Theater), & DREW ANTHONY CREATIVES' ‘CHICAGO, and ‘A CHORUS LINE' being the first of many. G has collected numerous lessons on and off the stage so he continues expressing his passion to perform, inform and transform local & international talent through movements, music, and personal development. G is beyond grateful to be able to live an abundant life of creativity, traveling the world, providing for his family …and having fun doing it.  Connect on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/gmadison4 https://www.facebook.com/Gmadison4 Webpage https://www.made4stage.com

U Guys, Fosse legend Dylis Croman is on the pod! This week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the latest Bway updates, including my official review of the Wicked film. Then I am joined by a true Broadway veteran with an incredible career, Dylis Croman. Fresh off of performing the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway, we chat in her dressing room between shows about her history with the show, and the world of Fosse. Having met Anne Reinking at 14 years old and coming up through the ranks as a dancer, Dylis has always been a force in the world of dance. She made her Broadway debut in FOSSE, taking on one of the most iconic pieces of choreography, Bob Fosse's Trumpet Solo. She worked closely alongside Anne Reinking helping set the first national tour of the show, before going into the Broadway company. Dylis shares about her experience in shows like Sweet Charity, A Chorus Line, Oklahoma!, and the most recent revival of Dancin'. We talk about what it takes to maintain the longevity of a career on the stage, and she opens up about how the most impactful thing she has come to know as a performer is the ability to watch and learn from your peers. Dylis is a true gem, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow Dylis on Instagram: @dycro33 Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Chorus Line (1985) by Bob Sham & Friends

A flock of small shorebirds, like Western Sandpipers, twists and turns, glittering in the sky. When threatened by a falcon, these birds take to the air, flying so close together that it's hard for a predator to capture one. A bird at one edge turns toward the middle, and a wave sweeps across the entire flock in less than a second.More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks. BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible. 

Before Kelly Bishop danced onto our screens as Emily Gilmore she was one of New York City's top chorus girls, inspiring and originating a whole ass character in A Chorus Line. Between winning a Tony and having some husbands she writes one of our favorite kinds of just keep doing shit you like memoirs.  NEW MERCH!!!!!! https://shop.celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/ If you want to host a CMBC meetup here's a meetup 101 packet to help you plan! We're hosting a Book Swap Oct 17! WE'RE STILL IN AUSTRALIA 9/25 - Brisbane, Australia  9/27 - Melbourne, Australia  9/29 - Perth, Australia  Keep up with all the latest:  https://celebritymemoirbookclub.biz/ Join our Geneva Community to chat with the other worms!!!!  Join the Patreon for new episodes every Thursday! https://www.patreon.com/celebritymemoirbookclub  Follow us on Twitter @cmbc_podcast and Instagram @celebritymemoirbookclub  Art by @adrianne_manpearl and theme song by @ashleesimpsonross Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices