Podcast appearances and mentions of Darren Criss

In this week's extra long mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 78th Annual Tony Awards! We're breaking down all the awards and performances, and giving you the hottest takes we got! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

This weekend, the 2025 Tony Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall, celebrating the best of the last year of Broadway theatre.This year's ceremony was hosted by Cynthia Erivo (Wicked, The Color Purple) and saw wins for Darren Criss, Nicole Scherzinger, Cole Escola, Sarah Snook and more.Some of the award winning shows included Maybe Happy Ending, Purpose, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Buena Vista Social Club, and Sunset Blvd.In this episode Mickey-Jo is sharing his thoughts about the broadcast, the performances, the hosting and the results, including some of his recorded reactions...•00:00 | introduction02:25 | overall thoughts11:13 | the real winners 18:59 | performances28:15 | box office impact•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

Seven Broadway standouts — nominated for 'Maybe Happy Ending,' 'Oh, Mary!,' 'Just in Time,' 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow,' 'Gypsy,' 'Sunset Blvd.' and 'The Picture of Dorian Gray,' respectively — discuss the challenges and rewards of working on the Great White Way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REBROADCAST FROM  Nov 26, 2024] The new musical "Maybe Happy Ending" has earned 10 Tony nominations, including Best Musical and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for star Darren Criss. Criss and co-star Helen J Shen discuss the show, which follows two obsolete robots who fall in love.

Darren Criss is an Emmy-winning actor, but deep down he's a musical theater nerd. Which is why he's so proud to be part of this year's Tony-nominated musical Maybe Happy Ending. "Everybody involved in [Broadway], we all work within a 10-some-odd block radius, and it is really like a campus celebration." For Criss, who plays Oliver, a robot in futuristic Seoul in love with another robot, Claire (played by Helen J. Shen), it's "nothing short of a miracle." "You kind of hope for this your whole life." After picking up 10 Tony nominations, including Criss' for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical, it's clear countless others did too. "I hope it runs for many moons in other countries and in other dimensions." Part of what makes the show unique is its path to Broadway. "Every step along the way, it has been an exponential groundswell of positive response, because everything is just earnest ideas believed in by earnest people." And it's been a benchmark for diversity and Asian stories on Broadway. "I always like to say that the victory is in the conversation." Watch the full chat with Darren Criss: https://www.newsweek.com/2025/06/13/tony-nominee-darren-criss-miracle-that-maybe-happy-ending-2077612.html See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This Broadway season has been one of the most talked-about in years, delivering sensational shows and performances from the Great White Way. On this special episode of The Awardist, EW Sr. Writer Maureen Lee Lenker chates with nominees Darren Criss (Maybe Happy Ending), Megan Hilty (Death Becomes Her), Daniel Dae Kim (Yellow Face), Conrad Ricamora (Oh, Mary!), and Kara Young (Purpose) for a wide-ranging conversation about their shows, nominations, characters, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Next month, the 2025 Tony Awards will be presented in New York City to this season's most celebrated plays and musicals.This year's nominees include Cole Escola, Nicole Scherzinger, Darren Criss, Jonathan Groff, and more from shows including Maybe Happy Ending, Gypsy, Sunset Boulevard, John Proctor is the Villain, Operation Mincemeat, and Oh, Mary!Ahead of the ceremony (and our full predictions), Mickey-Jo and his stagey fiancé Aeron James are revealing which actors, creatives, and shows they *want* to win...•00:00 | introduction02:14 | musicals / plays 07:41 | creatives / writers18:34 | designers29:32 | performances 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

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH | Text by John Cameron Mitchell | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask Works Consulted & Reference :Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen TraskHedwig and the Angry Inch (Broadway Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen Trask, Directed by Michael Mayer"John Cameron Mitchell reflects on 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' - Q with Tom Power" Podcast InterviewNew York TimesTalks Interview of Neil Patrick Harris, John Cameron Mitchell, & Stephen Trask" 'Midnight Radio' with John Cameron Mitchell | Queer the Music with Jake Shears Ep. 14" Podcast InterviewMusic Credits:"Overture" from Dear World (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Jerry Herman | Performed by Dear World Orchestra & Donald Pippin"The Speed Test" from Thoroughly Modern Millie  (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jeanine Tesori, Lyrics by Dick Scanlan | Performed by Marc Kudisch, Sutton Foster, Anne L. Nathan & Ensemble"Why God Why" from Miss Saigon: The Definitive Live Recording  (Original Cast Recording  / Deluxe)  | Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Alain Boublil & Richard Maltby Jr.  | Performed by Alistair Brammer"Back to Before" from Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens | Performed by Marin Mazzie"Chromolume #7 / Putting It Together" from Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Performed by Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, Judith Moore, Cris Groenendaal, Charles Kimbrough, William Parry, Nancy Opel, Robert Westenberg, Dana Ivey, Kurt Knudson, Barbara Bryne"What's Inside" from Waitress (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles | Performed by Jessie Mueller & Ensemble"Wicked Little Town" from Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original  Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by John Cameron Mitchell "Maria" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording)  | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Evadne Baker, Anna Lee, Portia Nelson, Marni Nixon"My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording) | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Julie Andrews"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin (New Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by Matthew James Thomas“What Comes Next?” from Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda | Performed by Jonathan Groff

Darren Criss joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his role in Broadway's heartwarming helper-bot musical, "Maybe Happy Ending," which just earned him his first Tony nomination. Criss also dives deep into his entire career, from the super-viral "A Very Potter Musical" to "Glee," "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage's podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today's most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made and personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ ... Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get cast? Subscribe here: www.backstage.com/subscribe Browse Backstage casting listings: https://bit.ly/3mth68e Special thanks to... - Host: Vinnie Mancuso - Producer: Jamie Muffett - Social media: Karen Jenkins, Sky Silverman - Design: Mark Stinson, Caitlin Watkins - Additional support: Kasey Howe, Suzy Woltmann, Jenn Zilioli

Ira, Louis, and guest co-host Juan A. Ramírez discuss the 2025 Met Gala, Tony nominations and the new Broadway season, Make America Film Again, Trump cutting theatre funding, and more. Darren Criss joins to discuss his Tony nominated role in Maybe Happy Ending and how he manages to see every show on Broadway while starring in his own.Subscribe to Keep It on YouTube to catch full episodes, exclusive content, and other community events. Find us there at YouTube.com/@KeepItPodcast

For our interview today, we're kicking things off with a special performance — here's Dez Duron singing “Why Love” from the cast recording of Maybe Happy Ending. Dez is a singer and actor you might recognize from Season 3 of The Voice. Now, he's making his Broadway debut, starring alongside Darren Criss and Helen J Shen in the critically acclaimed musical Maybe Happy Ending, and was gracious enough to sit down with Les today to discuss it all. Dez plays Gil Brentley, a smooth, fictional jazz singer whose songs echo the love story at the heart of the show. Critics are raving—the production's been named “Best Theatre of 2024” by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and more. Entertainment Weekly calls Dez “a captivating stage presence,” and The Guardian dubbed him “a dashing daydream.” Let's take a listen—and then we'll sit down with Dez himself.

Nicole Zuraitis is a 2X GRAMMY® winning and 4X GRAMMY-nominated jazz singer-songwriter, pianist and arranger, New York-based bandleader, and winner of the prestigious 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal. With a “heart as big as her remarkable voice,” (Jazz Police), Nicole is a trailblazing artist who isredefining vocal jazz, earning her a place as one of the top artists and "prolificsongwriters" (Broadway World) to watch in jazz and beyond. As a recording artist, Nicole has released five albums as leader, and her sixth albumHow Love Begins, co-produced with eight-time GRAMMY-winner Christian McBride,features all original music and was awarded the 2024 GRAMMY for BEST JAZZVOCAL ALBUM. Nicole is the only artist ever to have won this award who wrote andarranged the entire album herself. In addition to leading her quartet, Nicole performedand recorded with the Birdland Big Band as premier vocalist before taking off as a large ensemble leader of her own, co-producing the Dan Pugach Big Band and guesting for major European big bands. She has headlined at Newport Jazz Festival, Melbourne International Jazz Festival, and Tanglewood, along with iconic NYC jazz clubs like Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Birdland, the Blue Note, the Carlyle, 54 Below and the late, great 55 Bar. She also has appeared as a featured soloist with the Savannah Philharmonic, Asheville Symphony, and Macon Pops. Nicole is a featured artist and producer on her husband, renowned drummer,bandleader, and composer Dan Pugach’s 2025 GRAMMY-winning album, “BiancaReimagined: Music for Paws and Persistence” (Best Large Ensemble) for which theycomposed the GRAMMY-nominated song, “Little Fears” (Best Jazz Performance). Nicole is a vocalist on the GRAMMY-winning “Last Sunday in Plains: A CentennialCelebration” alongside Jon Batiste, Keb’ Mo’, and LeeAnn Rimes. In 2024, BroadwayWorld honored Nicole with the “Best Big Band Show” Award. Nicole's arrangement ofDolly Parton's Jolene, co-written with renowned drummer and bandleader Dan Pugach, was nominated for a 2019 GRAMMY®, springboarding her career and making her a household name in the modern-day jazz landscape. Nicole has collaborated with an extensive list of luminaries, including Christian McBride, David Cook, Gilad Hekselman, Veronica Swift, Benny Benack, Stephen Feifke, Cyrille Aimee, Antonio Sanchez, Dave Stryker, Omar Hakim, Rachel Z, Helen Sung, Melanie, Morgan James, Darren Criss, Livingston Taylor, and Bernard Purdie. She is a proud educator and currently vocal faculty at NYU and SUNY Purchase. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/ Follow Host, Greg Frigoletto: https://www.instagram.com/gjfrig7/ Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maybe Happy Ending is currently running on Broadway at the Belasco Theatre. For more information, please visit www.maybehappyending.com. The album is now out through Ghostlight Records with a CD (May 16th) and vinyl (June 13th) forthcoming. Follow The Present Stage on Instagram at @thepresentstageThe Present Stage: Conversations with Theater Writers is hosted by Dan Rubins, a theater critic for Slant Magazine. You can also find Dan's reviews on Cast Album Reviews and in The New Yorker's Briefly Noted column.The Present Stage supports the national nonprofit Hear Your Song. If you'd like to learn more about Hear Your Song and how to support empowering youth with serious illnesses to make their voices heard though songwriting, please visit www.hearyoursong.org

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to Christopher James Tamayo, performing in “Maybe Happy Ending”, sometimes as Oliver, a role originated by Darren Criss. “Class Notes” actively covers New York's current theater season on, off, and off-offBroadway. Helen J Shen and Darren Criss in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway Photo Credit: read more The post Class Notes: Christopher James Tamayo “Maybe Happy Ending” appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Talk about living the dream! One of McKinley High's finest is starring in a new hit musical on Broadway, and no, it's not a Glee episode, it's real life! Darren Criss joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about why he is so happy with his role in 'Maybe Happy Ending!' He shares his hopes for the future of the show, the games the crew plays backstage, all the Glee friends who have come to New York to see him, and Jenna reveals she auditioned for the show! Plus, news on Elsie Fest 2025! For more information on 'Maybe Happy Ending' visit maybehappyending.com and the cast recording is available March 14th! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award winning singer, songwriter and actor Darren Criss is ready to drive us around his hometown of San Francisco on this very special bonus episode! Get ready to delight in the smell of eucalyptus trees, the sound of cable cars, and through the fog (named ‘Carl') we'll visit some of his favorite spots-- including a windy ferry trip to Alcatraz, dim sum in Chinatown and much much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren Criss is an Emmy Award-winning actor, songwriter, and beloved star of stage and screen. He gained a fan following as "Blaine Anderson" on Fox's Glee, and won an Emmy and Golden Globe for his portrayal of "Andrew Cunanan" in The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story.  He started his career, as both an actor and writer, in the viral hit A VERY POTTER MUSICAL, before making his Broadway debut in HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, and continued starring on stage in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, David Mamet's AMERICAN BUFFALO, and currently in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING.  In this episode, Darren shares why he will always love humanity, what happened when director Michael Arden called him to be a part of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and how the show feels like a "living, breathing hug."  Maybe Happy Ending StarKid Productions Darrin Criss

This is not a drill! April Rhodes is here! Kristen Chenoweth, the talented Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress is spreading glee and sunshine on the pod today! She joins Jenna and Kevin to spill about her time on 'Glee,' including sharing what it was like to work with Gwyneth Paltrow, aka Holly Holliday, during the show's 100th episode, the memorable moment from that day she won't forget, and her fun idea for a Glee reboot! Plus, Kristin reveals the flood of emotions that hit her while filming her cameo in the Wicked movie 22 years after first playing Glinda on Broadway, her review of 'Maybe Happy Ending' featuring Darren Criss, and a little scoop on her upcoming show, 'Queen of Versailles!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlene Kaye is a singer- song writer, musician, comedian and actor who releases music under the moniker KAYE. She has carved out a unique path in the entertainment industry, beginning with her time performing with TEAM STARKID, the viral internet sensation founded by her University of Michigan classmate, Emmy award-winning actor Darren Criss. Since then, she has released multiple albums and opened for Arctic Monkeys, alt-J, St. Vincent, and Metallica. Rolling Stone Magazine gave Kaye's 2019 single “Closer Than This” 5/5 stars and hailed her as “a fully realized pop goddess.” Charlene's short-form comedy on Instagram Reels and TikTok is a phenomenon in and of itself. This spring, she skyrocketed to viral fame with “Every Taylor Swift Song,” a genius musical breakdown with 16 million views on Instagram, which incited BBC 1 to interview her on UK national radio. She has since followed it up with “Every Dua Lipa Song,” “Every Charli XCX song,” and “Every Chappell Roan Song,” which Chappell herself commented, “EXACTLYYYY YOU GET IT” with copious heart emojis. Charlene's recent expansion into acting and comedy has attracted a larger following. She made a cameo as herself at Kendall Roy's birthday party on HBO's hit series "Succession" and played synthesizers for Coldplay on Saturday Night Live while dressed as an alien. Her upcoming role as punk rocker Jade Power in the movie RON opposite comedy legend Margaret Cho further solidifies her ascent in the acting world. Also exciting news, Charlene will be in Melbourne for the comedy festival with her show ‘Tiger Daughter, Or: How I Brought My Immigrant Mother Ultimate Shame', so if you're around check them out (links below)! We chat about transitioning to comedy, performing and love of guitar, her upcoming Melbourne shows, trolls, viral videos, courage, the magical formula to Taylor Swifts songs, her new lease on life,  listening to your gut, the reason guitar sales increase, solo vs being in a band + plenty more!   Check Charlene out on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlenekaye Tour dates / Melbourne shows: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/charlene-kaye/ Website: https://kayeofficial.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiGjJPVzcPOLSg6MX_kw3Lg ------------------------------------------- Follow @Funny in Failure on Instagram and Facebook https://www.instagram.com/funnyinfailure/ https://www.facebook.com/funnyinfailure/ and @Michael_Kahan on Insta & Twitter to keep up to date with the latest info. https://www.instagram.com/michael_kahan/ https://twitter.com/Michael_Kahan

This episode coversAll Those Christmas Cliches by Darren CrissSnow in Montana (feat. Gabrielle Grace, Moony & Abby Holliday) by MichiganderWebsite: https://redcircle.com/shows/two-tunes-podcastInstagram: https://instagram.com/twotunespodcast?igshid=13gpurxc3bf2qDiscord: https://discord.gg/eYMwBuJ6GeRSS Feed: https://feeds.redcircle.com/baeeceec-9527-475d-85b5-d9da2eea19d3E-mail: twotunespodcast@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/two-tunes-podcast/exclusive-content

Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, David Pogue explores the creation of Handel's “Messiah.” Also: Ben Mankiewicz sits down with filmmaker Werner Herzog; Seth Doane examines the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied territories; Douglas Brinkley looks at Bob Dylan's enduring love affair with the movies; and Kelefa Sanneh profiles TV and Broadway star Darren Criss, who helps “Sunday Morning” celebrate the holidays with musical performances joined by the Young People's Chorus of New York City.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren Criss and Helen J. Shen join us to discuss starring in the new, original Broadway musical, "Maybe Happy Ending." They play Oliver and Claire, two retired helper robots who find themselves falling in love. "Maybe Happy Ending" is running now at the Belasco Theater.

Can robots fall in love?! Maybe Happy Ending is one of the big, bold, breakout hits of the Fall Season on Broadway. It's a brand new musical starring Emmy and Golden Globe Winner Darren Criss and Helen J Shen as two lonely helper-bots. Paul Wontorek chats with Darren. Plus, we'll hear from Helen on the red carpet. And a little later, Beth Stevens sits down with two members of the Maybe Happy Ending creative team, Director Michael Arden and Designer Dane Laffrey.

The Warblers are like rockstars here! This week, Emily and V look at the juggernaut slash ship to come out of Glee: Kurt Hummel/Blaine Anderson, AKA Klaine, which was born in the space of three glorious musical minutes this week in fandom history in 2010, when Blaine (Darren Criss) serenaded Kurt and the rest of Dalton Academy's student body with an accappella rendition of Katy Perry's "Teenage Dream" and hearts around the world exploded into confetti and tiny birds. We also discuss the logistics of using slushies as a weapon for an INORDINATE length of time. Were you a Klaine shipper? What did YOU miss on Glee? Sources YouTube This Week In Fandom History is a fandom-centric podcast that tells you… what happened this week in fandom history! Follow This Week in Fandom History on Tumblr at @thisweekinfandomhistory You can support the show via our Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/thisweekinfandomhistory.  If you have a fannish company, event, or service and would like to sponsor or partner with TWIFH, please contact us via the Tumblr link above. Please remember to rate the show 5 stars on your listening platform of choice!

November 18, 2024 - Inside a one-room apartment on the outskirts of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life, listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant. But what else is there to do when you're a Helperbot 3, a robot that has long been retired and considered obsolete? When his fellow Helperbot neighbor Claire asks to borrow his charger, what starts as an awkward encounter leads to a unique friendship, a surprising adventure, and maybe even…love? Winner of the Richard Rodgers Award, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, starring Darren Criss and Helen J. Shen, is the offbeat and captivating story of two outcasts near the end of their warranty who discover that even robots can be swept off their feet. Helmed by the visionary director and Tony Award winner Michael Arden (Parade, Once on This Island), with dazzling scenic design by Dane Laffrey (A Christmas Carol) and book, music, and lyrics by the internationally acclaimed duo Will Aronson and Hue Park, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING is a fresh, original musical about the small things that make any life worth living. Join us for a conversation with the cast members Helen J. Shen and Marcus Choi of this enchanting new Broadway musical. For more information, please visit the link below: https://www.koreasociety.org/arts-culture/item/1881-maybe-happy-ending-a-new-broadway-musical

In this episode, we take you on a journey through the innovative new Broadway musical MAYBE HAPPY ENDING at the Belasco Theatre. This refreshing addition to the Great White Way features two robots exploring the depths of love and connection. We dissect the unique premise, the captivating performances of Darren Criss and Helen J. Shen, and the beautiful blend of orchestral and jazz elements in the score. Our conversation delves into the show's exploration of loneliness and connection, and how Michael Arden's direction enhances the storytelling. Is this robotic romance the emotional powerhouse Broadway needs? Tune in for our thoughts on this original musical and its potential for Tony nominations. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Filichia, James Marino and Michael Portantiere talk about Maybe Happy Ending, King Lear @ The Shed, A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, La Bohème @ the Met Opera, Orson's Shadow @ Theater for the New City, and Second Stage Theater's production of Walden Helen J Shen, Darren Criss read more The post This Week on Broadway for November 17, 2024: Maybe Happy Ending appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

On Mickey-Jo's most recent trip to New York, one of the many new musicals he saw was MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and it instantly became his favourite Broadway show. The musical, which first premiered in South Korea, and has been written by Will Aaronson and Hue Park, stars Darren Criss and Helen J Shen as a pair of retired robots who go on a road trip together. Check out this full review to find out why Mickey-Jo loved this show so much, as well as which creative choices make it feel like a charming animated film! • 00:00 | introduction 02:27 | history, synopsis 12:19 | material, creative choices 24:50 | performances • get in person / live stream tickets to see MickeyJoTheatre LIVE at the Phoenix Arts Club: https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/mickeyjotheatre-live/ • 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 60,000 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

It's Regionals for Regionals. Did Glee peak with Journey to Regionals? How do Marley's original songs stack up against Rachel's? Is Candles the worst number every performed at a competition? How does Lena feel about On My Way after watching it for the third time in a matter of weeks? All this and more! (more being discussion of seeing Darren Criss' new broadway show and even more thoughts on Spelling Bee)Episodes discussed areJourney to RegionalsOriginal SongOn My WayAll or Nothing

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and producer, JC Chasez, and Golden Globe winning songwriter, producer and composer Jimmy Harry announce their groundbreaking new musical theater concept album, Playing With Fire. Inspired by Mary Shelly's timeless novel Frankenstein, Playing with Fire marks Chasez's first major musical theater recording project. Chasez is also featured as a vocalist alongside singers Cardamon Rozzi and Lily Elise. The project comes on the heels of an exciting year for both Chasez and Harry respectively, following the highly anticipated *NSYNC reunion on the Trolls Band Together soundtrack where Chasez lent his vocals on the group's first song in two decades, "Better Place," and Harry's recent work writing and producing "Take Me Back To The Party," the latest single from B-52's founding member Kate Pierson. Harry has previously worked with legends such as Madonna, Pink, Britney Spears, Diplo, Kelly Clarkson, Weezer and more. Chasez made a surprise appearance at this year's Elsie Fest and joined festival host creator Darren Criss on stage where the project was announced.Featuring a collection of 16 original new tracks, Playing With Fire first came to fruition when Harry presented Chasez the script of his late mother's (Barbara Field) theatrical adaptation of Shelley's prescient sci-fi story. Chasez was immediately intrigued with the play, and work on it immediately began, creating a heartfelt story of timely technological issues, love, responsibility, revenge, loss, and the human condition. This reimagining of the classic tale constructs a conversation between Frankenstein and his creation, The Creature, at the grave of Frankenstein's wife, Elizabeth, ten years after her death. Through dynamic interplay of dialogue and shared flashbacks of key events in both their lives, the concept album plunges into the heart of their intertwined destinies. As they confront their past actions and the devastating impact they've had on one another, Frankenstein and The Creature gradually find understanding, sympathy, and forgiveness. Chasez and Harry were drawn not only to the thought-provoking technological themes in Shelly's novel, but also to the emotional depth that Field's adaptation brought to the story. It was as if they discovered an untapped perspective on a literary classic that they could illustrate with music. This gripping story is accompanied by dark brooding songs that blend Electronic pop juxtaposed against classical music from the romantic era, forming a captivating symphony of contrasts that reflect the characters own internal conflicts. "When we first discussed creating a musical inspired by Frankenstein, obvious topics such as technology, A.G.I., monsters, immortality and death came up. However, when we began the process of writing the songs, we couldn't help but lean into topics dealing with familial relationships, love, deceit, and denial. In the end, we flipped the technological beast on its side to reveal that, in spite of all its benefits and horrors it creates, it changes nothing about our basic humanity." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and producer, JC Chasez, and Golden Globe winning songwriter, producer and composer Jimmy Harry announce their groundbreaking new musical theater concept album, Playing With Fire. Inspired by Mary Shelly's timeless novel Frankenstein, Playing with Fire marks Chasez's first major musical theater recording project. Chasez is also featured as a vocalist alongside singers Cardamon Rozzi and Lily Elise. The project comes on the heels of an exciting year for both Chasez and Harry respectively, following the highly anticipated *NSYNC reunion on the Trolls Band Together soundtrack where Chasez lent his vocals on the group's first song in two decades, "Better Place," and Harry's recent work writing and producing "Take Me Back To The Party," the latest single from B-52's founding member Kate Pierson. Harry has previously worked with legends such as Madonna, Pink, Britney Spears, Diplo, Kelly Clarkson, Weezer and more. Chasez made a surprise appearance at this year's Elsie Fest and joined festival host creator Darren Criss on stage where the project was announced.Featuring a collection of 16 original new tracks, Playing With Fire first came to fruition when Harry presented Chasez the script of his late mother's (Barbara Field) theatrical adaptation of Shelley's prescient sci-fi story. Chasez was immediately intrigued with the play, and work on it immediately began, creating a heartfelt story of timely technological issues, love, responsibility, revenge, loss, and the human condition. This reimagining of the classic tale constructs a conversation between Frankenstein and his creation, The Creature, at the grave of Frankenstein's wife, Elizabeth, ten years after her death. Through dynamic interplay of dialogue and shared flashbacks of key events in both their lives, the concept album plunges into the heart of their intertwined destinies. As they confront their past actions and the devastating impact they've had on one another, Frankenstein and The Creature gradually find understanding, sympathy, and forgiveness. Chasez and Harry were drawn not only to the thought-provoking technological themes in Shelly's novel, but also to the emotional depth that Field's adaptation brought to the story. It was as if they discovered an untapped perspective on a literary classic that they could illustrate with music. This gripping story is accompanied by dark brooding songs that blend Electronic pop juxtaposed against classical music from the romantic era, forming a captivating symphony of contrasts that reflect the characters own internal conflicts. "When we first discussed creating a musical inspired by Frankenstein, obvious topics such as technology, A.G.I., monsters, immortality and death came up. However, when we began the process of writing the songs, we couldn't help but lean into topics dealing with familial relationships, love, deceit, and denial. In the end, we flipped the technological beast on its side to reveal that, in spite of all its benefits and horrors it creates, it changes nothing about our basic humanity."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Molly Shannon talks about starring alongside Meryl Streep in ‘Only Murders in the Building.' Also, Darren Criss discusses returning to Broadway in the musical ‘Maybe Happy Ending' and plays a fun game with Hoda and Jenna. Plus, Bobby Flay shares details about his new memoir Bobby Flay: Chapter One and shares a delicious peri peri chicken recipe. 

Darren Criss and Helen J. Shen, the stars of the new Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending," on cross-cultural storytelling, navigating their show's technologically complex set, and why robots are uniquely suited to telling a very human story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rising star Helen J. Shen, who is making her Broadway debut in Maybe Happy Ending opposite Darren Criss, dives into her journey from a classical piano prodigy to a Broadway performer, reflecting on the intense years of piano competitions and how those skills have shaped her approach to musical theater. She shares stories from her time at the University of Michigan, where her passion for theater solidified, and talks about the thrill of playing a robot in her Broadway debut. Helen also opens up about the creative process behind Maybe Happy Ending and how she's putting her personal spin on a role previously staged in Korea and Asia. She reflects on what it's like working alongside Darren Criss and the supportive environment of her team. They discuss the unique challenge of playing robots and how the production explores themes of mortality, connection, and what it means to be human. Helen J. Shen is an actor, musician, and writer. Before her Broadway debut in Maybe Happy Ending, she starred in The Lonely Few at MCC Theater and captivated audiences in Teeth at Playwrights Horizons. Her regional credits include Man of God at Williamstown Theater Festival and Sunset Boulevard at ACT of Connecticut. Connect with Helen: Instagram:insta TikTok: @miss.shelen Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com My personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dylan and Connor are joined by Helen J Shen (Maybe Happy Ending, The Lonely Few). The star of this season's newest original Broadway musical, Maybe Happy Ending, kicks off spooky season with your favorite twins. On a cozy fall night after Helen's rehearsals, they hear all about the innovative show. Does co-starring with Darren Criss mean he spills on-set secrets from Glee and American Crime Story? Find out all of that PLUS the origins of the musical, working with Michael Arden, and thoughts about moving into the haunted Belasco Theatre. Spooookyyyyyy. We also dive into Helen's relationship with Andrew Barth Feldman (currently starring in Little Shop of Horrors). She spills on how they met and how their love blossomed during lockdown. They also share stories from the University of Michigan, performing in Teeth and The Lonely Few, and a little Rainbow Fish and Finding Nemo chatter. Stick around for recommendations on Andrew Rannells' latest book, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, and our excitement about Gypsy casting. Take a Tumblr into this episode and get stoked for Helen in Maybe Happy Ending!Follow Helen on Instagram and TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Join Lindsey and Bryn this week as they recap Elsiefest starring Darren Criss, Rachel Zegler, Lizzie McAlpine, Jordan Fisher, and MORE!!Let's dive into the Broadway news of the week starting out with The Roommate reviews starring Ms. Patti Lupone! Next, we chat about our 6 3' KING, Grey Henson, who is our next Buddy the Elf this holiday season. To close the week in Broadway news out, we have to discuss the latest announcement that John Mulaney is headed back to Broadway alongside some other comedy legends (Renee Elise Goldsberry included) in a new show called All In: Comedy About Love. Happy Listening!Patreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

Get ready to set sail on a kooky krazy voyage as Dee Roscioli of Titanique joins the From the Mezzanine this week. We talk all about her experience portraying musical legend Celine Dion nightly in Titanique, her early performing days as Elphaba in Wicked, and even playing opposite Andrew Rannells in Pokemon Live! In Broadway News this week, we are covering the BIG announcement out of D23 that The Greatest Showman is in development for a stage adaptation. To round out the week in Broadway news, Darren Criss announced the comeback of Elsie Fest featuring some incredible Broadway performers. Get your tickets for Titanique HEREJoin the Patreon and become a Broadway Bestie: https://www.patreon.com/fromthemezzaninePatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @LindseyStone_BroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

The Glee Club gets to show off their inner divas, which leads to some standout performances and possibly the cringiest Glee scene of all time!Yep, it's the Tina, Blaine, infamous VapoRub scene, and Jenna has all the deets! Including what it was like shooting with Darren Criss, how she feels about the scene now, her big solo, and, of course, the many great performances! The duo revisits the fun of shooting Diva, Blaine channeling Freddie Mercury, Santana shining during Nutbush City Limits, and Kevin and Naya's inside joke about 'Girl on Fire!'Plus, the performance cut that left them all seriously upset, the scene Kevin was not in, and he still can't get over it, and Chord Overstreet's famous former roommate who is currently taking Hollywood by storm! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick the Warbler is on the pod!Actor, singer, and filmmaker Curt Mega joins Jenna and Kevin to spill about his time on Glee, including how he got to sing lead vocals on "Uptown Girl," auditioning for the roles of Blaine and Sam, the real deal on working with Darren Criss, the whirlwind of the Warblers media tour, and what it was like joining the cast for the Glee concert tour!Plus, Curt talks about his current project, which has a Glee connection!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ATTENTION NEW YORKERS: Come see Bobby chat with writer Isaac Fitzgerald about his new novel Four Squares NEXT MONDAY June 17th at Books Are Magic! Tickets are available here. ALMOST FORGOT TO WRITE THIS! (Would you have missed it?) Happy Pride! Nicole Kidman's niece gets hit on by Austin Butler on the red carpet (maybe), Anna Delvey bedazzles her ankle monitor, Nina Dobrev gets in an e-bike accident :(, Jason Derulo disrespects an Ibiza fire??? Plus, Jelly Roll is NOT named after a Jelly Roll????? Porsha Williams give us 25 Things and we play a Famous Birthdays Game for June! Mystery Women, dueling Summer House cheese snack #spon, Gabourey Sidibe gives an exclusive to Shutterstock (???), Stormi Bree doesn't actually shade her ex's new wife (aka Nara Smith), Trina McGee is pregnant at 54! Speaking of, Darren Criss and Trisha Paytas gave their newborns unforgettable names. You'll have to listen to the podcast to find out what they are. It's worth it. As always, call in at 619.WHO.THEM to leave questions, comments & concerns for a future episode of Who's There?. Want more of what you heard today? Get a TON of bonus content over on Patreon.com/WhoWeekly. And pre-order Bobby's upcoming novel FOUR SQUARES, out 6/18, right now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Stereophonic’ Announces Major Extension, Matt Reviews ‘Clue’ Tour, Darren Criss and Helen J. Shen in ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ Music Video “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day. Any and all feedback is appreciated:Grace Aki: grace@broadwayradio.com | @ItsGraceAkiMatt Tamanini: matt@broadwayradio.com | @BWWMatt Patreon: BroadwayRadiohttps://www.patreon.com/broadwayradio read more The post Today on Broadway: Thursday, June 6, 2024 appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Amazingly talented comedian and pop musician Ian Lockwood joins us to talk about his unique twist on pop music. But first, some straight Glee actor named Darren Criss says he's "culturally queer," is that weird?! Are we offended? Or no? And finally, the guys unpack the whole Barbra Streisand/Melissa McCarthy Ozempic debacle during which Brent takes a hard anti-Barbra stand and Alan ain't having it!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

T Lo talk about their Met Gala preparations and expectations, check in on the first few episodes of season 3 of "Hacks," and unpack the latest celebrity Tik Tok scandals, from Barbra Streisand's poor social media etiquette to Madonna's triumph in Rio to Darren Criss's ill-advised comments about queerness.

This week, your two favorite Matts record the podcast LIVE for the first time ever! They discuss Barbra Streisand's wild comment on Melissa McCarthy's instagram, Darren Criss referring to himself as "culturally queer", how the Tony nominations led to a Twitter feud, and more! The unedited audio recording of this live show is available on http://patreon.com/twogaymatts! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become a part of our newly revamped Patreon!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out Matt Palmer's new single "Hurricane"!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our new merch store!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Matt Steele's movie DIVOS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch us on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @itsmattsteele⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow @mattpalmermusic⁠

Nana & Trish are in Atlanta for the first stop on their Now She Will Tour...Tour. They go through a myriad of pop culture topics, including George Santos' drag queen alter ego being on Cameo, Jerry Seinfeld's disdain for the "far left", Glee actor Darren Criss saying that he's "culturally queer", Gypsy Rose is back with her ex-fiancé, and Nana's theory about Justin Bieber crying. Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:00 Nana & Trish are in Atlanta 6:08 Peeing in Pools & Wet Bathing Suits 10:29 George Santos is on Cameo...as a Drag Queen 15:03 Jerry Seinfeld Says the Far Left Has Ruined Comedy 18:41 Nana & Trish Go Off the Rails 28:50 Glee Actor is "Culturally" Queer 32:16 Gypsy Rose is Back with Her ex-Fiance 34:04 Justin Bieber was Crying & Nana has a Theory as to Why 40:12 Nana & Trish Celebrate Atlanta's Black Excellence 42:54 Met Gala Monday *** Buy tix to The Now She Will Tour!! https://nowshewilltour.com/ Atlanta, GA - May 2nd Austin, TX - May 9th Washington, DC - June 6th Charleston, SC - June 19th Buffalo, NY - July 11th Nashville, TN - August 8th Boston, MA - August 22ndYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/outandabout

In which we talk stunt-qeeun Brian Cox's latest comments on the bible, Darren Criss being 'culturally queer', VPR delays, and Barbara Streisand pesting celebs on if they are taking Ozempic!  Skips: 'Vanderpump Rules' Alum Rachel Leviss Is Seeing Someone New After Tom Sandoval Scandal - Love Interest Revealed! [Just Jared] KYLE RICHARDS' DAUGHTER BURGLARIZED TO THE TUNE OF $1 MILLION!!! [TMZ] Anne Hathaway celebrates five years of sobriety: ‘That feels like a milestone' [Page Six] Pink-haired Kim Kardashian compared to Bianca Censori in latest look: ‘Yeezy taught them all' [Page Six] Cher: I date younger guys because men my age are 'all dead' [PageSix] Justin and Hailey Bieber cozy up during Hawaii vacation days after his crying selfie worried fans [PageSix] Drew Barrymore unveils new fashion collaboration with Justin Bieber's Drew House brand - after pop star sparked concern with crying selfies [DailyMailUK] Kim Zolciak celebrates birthday early with daughter Brielle Biermann with dinner at fancy restaurant amid severe financial issues ... after THAT shocking 'RIP Kroy' post [DailyMailUK] Main Stories: BRITNEY SPEARS Psychiatrist Weighs In … NEEDS NEW CONSERVATORSHIP, MEDICATION ASAP!!! [TMZ] BRIAN COX BIBLE'S THE WORST BOOK EVER, IMO … Just Propaganda & Lies!!! [TMZ] 'GLEE' STAR DARREN CRISS I'm Straight … BUT ALSO, 'CULTURALLY QUEER' [TMZ] Fans spot Taylor Swift cheering for Travis Kelce at Las Vegas golf tournament — by the way she claps, [Page Six] Ariana Madix accuses Raquel Leviss of trying to ‘punish' her with revenge porn lawsuit, [Page Six] Barbra Streisand Asks Melissa McCarthy 'Did You Take Ozempic?' in Instagram Comment, [People] Andy Cohen addresses ‘Vanderpump Rules' production pause ahead of Season 12 [PageSix]

Blaine Anderson himself is on the pod!! And his stories are so good we are back with Part 2! Darren Criss joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his journey on Glee, including meeting Chris Colfer for the first time and the sweet and funny story of what Darren did to get to know Chris better. He also breaks down the filming of "Somewhere Only We Know," shares his favorite Glee songs, and cringe…he talks about his most unhinged storyline.  Plus, Darren reveals how he really feels now about his time on Glee, his first time hanging out with Dianna and Naya, and a crazy full-circle moment involving Glee and Comic Con you won't want to miss! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blaine Anderson himself is on the pod!! Darren Criss joins Jenna and Kevin to talk about his journey getting on Glee, including auditioning for the show's pilot for the role of Finn, what he did differently in his second audition, what it was like joining the hit show, and the shocking revelation that he never saw himself doing musical theater! Yes, the Broadway star reveals he didn't think he was talented enough for that?!  Plus, the duo is amused to learn of Darren's request to Ryan Murphy involving Artie and Santana, the surprising way Darren recorded his first few songs for The Warblers ... a completely different process from the rest of the cast, and the time Darren got Kevin drunk at a karaoke bar and got him to belt out a Broadway show tune!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Cumming & Darren Criss join host Andy Cohen. Listen to lively debates on everything from the latest drama surrounding your favorite Bravolebrities to what celebrity is making headlines that week live from the WWHL clubhouse.Aired on 02/08/24Binge all your favorite Bravo shows with the Bravo app: bravotv.com/getbravoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.