Podcasts about Hudson Theatre

In this episode of Half Hour with Jeff & Richie, we dive into the Broadway revival of The Last Five Years at the Hudson Theatre. From its innovative concept to its missteps in execution, we discuss the direction, performances by Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren, and how the production compares to Jason Robert Brown's original masterpiece. Tune in as we unpack the challenges of this revival, share our thoughts on its Tony Award potential, and explore whether it lives up to Broadway standards. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on The Last Five Years on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up as Stephen Colbert goes through the laundry list of disastrous moves made over the weekend by President Trump, which included slapping tariffs on Mexico and Canada and giving Elon Musk access to the Treasury Department's payments system. Award-winning actor Lin-Manuel Miranda offers a preview of how theatergoers can expect to feel after watching the Broadway play, “All In: Comedy About Love.” Catch the play on Broadway now at the Hudson Theatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[REBROADCAST FROM September 12, 2024] Ana Gasteyer returns to Broadway in "Once Upon a Mattress," now running at Hudson Theatre through November 30. We speak talk to Gasteyer about her role as Queen Aggravain (including her violin skills), her work on "Loot," and her feelings about the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live.

World Premiere: It's All Your Fault Tyler Price! @ Hudson Theatre - 8.7 out of 10! Great Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended! November 7 - December 15, 2024.

After twenty-plus years in Los Angeles, I get a lot of invites to various shows—a friend of a friend sent over a link to a one-woman show. The caveat? It was… One night only. And…I was jet-lagged having just flown in from Europe. Fortunately, I live about five minute’s drive from the Hudson Theatre and frequent it often enough to know where to park. (Critical to LA plans). That night I had the pleasure of watching Teruko Nakajima dance her way through her life story Made in America. It was so amazing, interesting, and awe-inspiring that I immediately slid into her DMs and set up this interview… Let’s chat. I have *so* many questions. You can find Teruko: Instagram: @terukonakajima Website: www.terukonakajima.com Show Notes: book, writers, and topics we discuss: The Hollywood Fringe Festival (feat. Teruko Nakajima’s Made in America) Moonlight (movie) Upright Citizens Brigade Soho Playhouse Made in America, August 30, 2024, The Hudson Theatres, Los Angeles, California

Ana Gasteyer returns to Broadway in "Once Upon a Mattress," now running at Hudson Theatre through November 30. We speak talk to Gasteyer about her role as Queen Aggravain (including her violin skills), her work on "Loot," and her feelings about the 50th anniversary of "Saturday Night Live."

In this episode, we discuss Broadway's Once Upon a Mattress, currently playing at the Hudson Theatre. This zany musical comedy stars Sutton Foster as Princess Winnifred and Michael Urie as Prince Dauntless in a hilarious retelling of "The Princess and the Pea." We dive into the show's golden age charm, standout performances, and debate whether the concert-style production fully translates to Broadway. Is this Encores! transfer a royal success or does it fall short of its fairy tale potential? Tune in for our thoughts on this star-studded revival and what it means for the future of concert-to-Broadway transfers. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram and YouTube. And share your thoughts on all of our past episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your favorite podcast hosts  Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo , are thrilled to announce the latest episode of the “Survival Jobs”, featuring the extraordinarily talented and thoughtful theater enthusiast, Leana Rae Concepcion who made her debut in the Tony-winning Best Musical Revival hit, Merrily We Roll Along, this past year. In this insightful episode, Leana shares invaluable lessons learned from working alongside her co-star, Tony-winner Daniel Radcliffe, and what it was like to understudy and bring the dynamic character of “Beth” to life for the first time in front of an audience. Listeners will also get an inside look at Leana's remarkable cabaret performance at 54 Below last year, where she describes the electrifying experience of performing on stage in front of an energized audience. Before the episode concludes with a fun-filled Sondheim-edition “Finish-the-Lyric” game, Leana opens up about balancing her current survival job with performing eight shows a week on Broadway—a testament to her dedication and passion for the craft. Tickets for Merrily We Roll Along are available at the Hudson Theatre or online here. The episode opens with Jason and Samantha discussing the upcoming Greater Bridgeport Pride event in Jason's hometown of Bridgeport on Saturday June 22, as well as recapping highlights from the 2024 Tony Awards that aired this past Sunday. Lastly, the exclusive video interview can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps. Tune in now for insights, inspiration, and entertainment! Info on Your Hosts:  Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram  |  Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram  | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Guests:  Follow Leana on Instagram  Tickets to 'Merrily We Roll Along' on Broadway Leana's 54 Below Show Clips Mic Check Links: Info on the Bridgeport Film Fest [save 30% by using the code: BFFSURVIVALJOBS2024] 2024 Tony Award Winners Greater Bridgeport Pride Event Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza CAIR Shares Resources to Support Students Protesting the War and Genocide in Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please!  If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.  Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico's Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maria talked with Len Berman and Michael Riedel about her Directorial Debut of “Merrily We Roll Along” The show is in Broadway's Hudson Theatre. MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG is now playing through Sunday, July 7.

In an exciting new episode of the hit podcast "Survival Jobs," beloved hosts Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo sit down with the exceptionally talented and captivating Sherz Aletaha, currently making her Broadway debut in the highly acclaimed revival of "Merrily We Roll Along" at the prestigious Hudson Theatre. Listeners are in for a treat as Sherz spills the tea on her audition experience for "Merrily We Roll Along" and offers a glimpse behind the scenes working alongside veteran luminaries like Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez. From audition anecdotes to behind-the-scenes stories, Sherz' conversation with Jason and Samantha is both enlightening and entertaining. But that's not all! Before wrapping up the episode with a lively game of "Merrily Co-Star Trivia," Sherz takes listeners on a journey through her upbringing in Southern California and discusses one of her most memorable survival jobs as a matchmaker in New York City! Tickets for “Merrily We Roll Along” are currently available online and at the box office.  Kicking off Episode 82, Jason and Samantha dive into a spirited mic check, touching on the recent Academy Awards including Ryan Gosling's iconic performance of I'm Just Ken and some of the big winners, including the likes of Emma Stone in “Poor Things”, Da'Vine Joy Randolph in “The Holdovers”, and the writer of “American Fiction” Cord Jefferson.  Lastly, the exclusive video interview with Sherz Aletaha can be found here on Broadway World, while the audio-only version of the episode is available on popular platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or any of your other favorite podcast apps.  You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.  Info on Your Hosts:  Broadway World Article on our Season 3 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram  |  Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram  | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Info on Sherz Aletaha:  Follow Sherz on Instagram   Sherz' Official Website here Tickets for “Merrily We Roll Along” Mic Check Links: Ryan Gosling I'm Just Ken Live at the Academy Awards Emma Stone Acceptance Speech at the Academy Awards Cord Jefferson Acceptance Speech at the Academy Awards Da'Vine Joy Randolph Acceptance Speech at the Academy Awards Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please!  If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.  Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico's Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.  For media inquiries, please contact: Jason A. Coombs Co-Host / Co-Producer SurvivalJobsPod@gmail.com  Follow "Survival Jobs: A Podcast”: Website: bpn.fm/survivaljobs Instagram: @surivaljobspod | @JasonACoombs | @SammyTutz | Twitter: @SurvivalJobsPod Facebook: www.facebook.com/SurvivalJobsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss the 2023 Broadway revival musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, currently playing at the Hudson Theatre in NYC. Join us as we dive into the plot, Maria Friedman's direction, the incredible cast and standout performances, and our deeper thoughts on the overall meaning of the show. We wrap up with our quick 1, 2, 3 final thoughts that you won't want to miss. Whether you're a seasoned theater enthusiast or a casual fan, this episode is sure to spark your interest in this captivating production. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for all things theatre! Support the show If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review. Share your thoughts with us on this episode below: On Instagram: @halfhourpodcast On TikTok: @halfhourpodcast On our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Fresh Story, season 5, episode 7 We had the honor of talking to actress, artist, podcaster, and all around cool girl Rebecca Lee! We talked to Rebecca about her divorce, finding her way back to her career post-divorce, how we can tap into our confidence, and how she ditched the narratives in her life and found her own journey. Rebecca is brilliant, creative, funny, and one of our favorite cool girls - she is generous and kind and always looks like she's about to walk onto the stage. Rebecca Lee is a Los Angeles-based actor and filmmaker. She studied acting at Atlantic Acting School in New York City as well as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in Los Angeles. Notable film and television credits include Crazy Ex-Girlfriend on the CW, Miranda July's Kajillionaire, and Comedy Central's Out of Office, written/directed by Paul Lieberstein and starring alongside Milana Vayntrub, Ken Jeong, Jay Pharoah, and Leslie Jones. ​She recently produced and starred as "A" in the Los Angeles premiere of An Intervention by Mike Bartlett at The Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles April-June 2022, completing the run at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. ​In addition to acting, Rebecca also has a passion for improv, performing every Monday night at 8pm in Holy Shit Improv at The Silverlake Lounge along with various other theaters throughout Los Angeles. ​She has a podcast called, How the Fuck...?, where she interviews her friends and peers on different mental health topics. Season one was titled How the Fuck Did You Get So Confident? and season two is How the Fuck Did You Bounce Back?. Notable guests include Rachel Bloom, Shelley Hennig, Milana Vayntrub & Ashley Johnson. ​Rebecca is also a writer and producer having the latest short film she produced, Beginner's Luck, starring Matthew Gray Gubler, Lauren Lapkus, Mary Holland, Ego Nwodim, herself, and others, win various awards on the festival circuit including the Grand Prize at the 2020 Hollywood Comedy Shorts Film Festival and the Audience Award at the Chicago Comedy Film Festival 2020.  Whether she's acting, writing, directing, or producing, Rebecca is an artist first, looking to create projects that will act as a mirror held up to society, helping people to reflect on themselves and the world around them rather than hide from it. Enjoy this episode with Rebecca, check out her website, and follow Rebecca on Instagram. Listen to How the Fuck Did You…podcast here!

Stephen Colbert is back, and the House of Representatives still doesn't have a speaker, the former president is watching his co-defendants cut plea deals in Georgia, and the former VP can't create much excitement for his 2024 presidential run. Lindsay Mendez, Jonathan Groff and Daniel Radcliffe are having a grand time starring together in Broadway's newest smash hit, “Merrily We Roll Along.” Catch the show at The Hudson Theatre through March 24th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sea Of Terror @ Hudson Theatre - 7.4 out of 10! Average Show! SEPTEMBER 29 - OCTOBER 29, 2023. www.latheatrebites.com

One of the hottest tickets in New York right now is the new Broadway revival of the Stephen Sondheim musical, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG. The show, which is playing at the Hudson Theatre, stars Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsay Mendez. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this already acclaimed production... • 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 both in New York, London, Hamburg, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 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 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

"Merrily We Roll Along" has long been considered the biggest flop of Stephen Sondheim's career, even as it features some of his most ambitious musical work. Now, after a successful run at the New York Theatre Workshop, a new revival of the musical starring Daniel Radcliffe, Lindsay Mendez, and Jonathan Groff comes to Broadway. We speak with director Maria Friedman, who once starred in a Haymarket production of this musical, on how she made this notoriously difficult show work. "Merrily We Roll Along" is running at Hudson Theatre through March 24, 2024.

This week, Scott welcomes the amazingly talented Jim Landis to the show! These two friends have a great chat about how Jim got started with The Walt Disney Company, the different performing jobs he had in Disneyland Park and on tour, and his transition to Los Angeles where he became a Prop Master for television and movies where he worked for Melissa McCarthy and on the Will & Grace reboot juuuuust to name a few. Jim also talks about the highlight of his career as a Prop Master, his thoughts on bringing the Hat Box Ghost to the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom, and so much more! Jim Landis fell in love with theatre at an early age when he performed in his first production, Cyrano de Bergerac, in high school. From there, it was off to the races! He would go on to spend almost 11 years working at Disneyland as a performer, doing everything from cowboy stunt shows to national publicity tours and during that time, he would also perform in multiple Summer Stock and regional productions.   He eventually moved to Los Angeles and pursued a career in television and film production as a Prop Master. While working in this field, he still made time to write plays and keep theater on the back burner.  For several years, he worked with a resident theater company at The LaMirada Performing Arts Center, where he co-wrote four original musicals for younger audiences as well his own production of ‘Buffalo Betty's Wild West Revue' with Disney composer Michael Tavera. Over the years, my guest received recognition for his writing, garnering awards from Drama-Logue as well as The Eugene O'Neil Playwriting Festival in New York City.  He is currently the owner of GRANDIS CREATIONS LLC. - a company that creates specialty props for television, screen, and stage for such clients as NBC, ABC, CBS, HBO, NETFLIX, PARAMOUNT + and DISNEY IMAGINEERING.  Jim wrote and directed "Feast of Fools," which will play at The Hudson Theatre located at 6539 Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles. If you're going to be in the area from mid-late September of this year, visit his theatre website at https://www.harvesttheatercompany.com or call the box office at (323) 856-4249 to get tickets to this Equity west coast premiere! Feast of Fools - It's Thanksgiving again at the Anderson household and the whole family is invited...God help them! Email: TheMouseAndMePodcast@gmail.com Support: www.patreon.com/themouseandme Social Media: Search "The Mouse and Me" Music by Kevin MacLeod from https://incompetech.filmmusic.io --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/themouseandme/support

Alex Edelman is a comedian and writer whose Orthodox Jewish upbringing has informed his critically and commercially acclaimed work for the stage and screen. He is known for both his TV writing and his solo stage shows, all three of which have been award-winning, sell-out hits in London's West End and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. His current solo show, Just For Us, is now playing at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway through August 19, 2023. Visit https://www.justforusshow.com/. This episode was recorded on December 21, 2021.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hot comedian on the rise Alex Edelman joins Tim to discuss his show, Just for Us, and its debut on Broadway, alongside Judaism, white nationalism, comedy itself, and why he's the reverse of JD Vance. Plus, Tim and JVL discuss Hunter Biden's secret child in Arkansas, and what President Joe Biden should do, both politically and morally. Just for Us plays at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway until August 19th. Watch Tim interview Alex here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKgSs916Utk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hollywood Fringe 2023: Veil Theatre Company Presents: The Nether @ Hudson Theatre - 8.6 out of 10! Great Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended! June 16 - 25,2023.

Hollywood Fringe 2023: "Tripping On Life" by Lin Shaye @ Hudson Theatre www.latheatrebites.com

Hollywood Fringe 2023: Cadenza @ The Hudson Theatre – 8.1 out of 10! Good Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended! JUNE 3 – 24,2023 www.latheatrebites.com

Alena received her Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Michigan State University in 2011 as well as a certification in Music Learning Theory at the Early Childhood Level from University of South Carolina. Alena began working as the Music Director at the renowned Los Angeles Elementary and Early Childhood educational institution: Hollywood Schoolhouse in 2011. In June 2019 Alena premiered her critically acclaimed and highly reviewed “Swiped The Musical,” an inspiring musical romantic comedy about online dating, which premiered June 21st at The Hudson Theatre in Hollywood for the 2019 Hollywood Fringe Festival. Swiped The Musical received the Fringe's Encore's extension award for the success of its initial run.Alena co-founded Unicorn Music Academy in January 2020 to open up the young people's hearts and minds to the music around them and give them the tools they ned to organize their ideas and create freely. Most recently Alena has been writing, recording and producing with artists at Homegrown Recording Collective. In November 2021 Alena and her writing partners Catriona Fray and Danny Pravder traveled to New York City to produce a new work titled “Divine Feminine Soul” at The Duplex. CATRIONA FRAY is an artist, teacher, and one of the co-creators and producers of Homegrown Recording & Collective. Her music transcends the spirit into an earthy, soulful Gospel/Worship/R&B/Pop experience. Her first single “Do I Believe In Love” was released in August 2021, recorded at Homegrown Recording, and is available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube! Her NEW single “No Fear In Love” is now released on all platforms as well! ​ She is a graduate of UCLA's School of Theater, Film, and Television, where was she was a featured soprano in the UCLA ScatterTones a cappella group, traveled around the country singing at the White House, opened for Grammy Award winning Pentatonix, and filmed with recording artist Jojo in a national commercial for Freeform. ​ She has worked on two Kathleen Marshall (three-time Tony Award director/choreographer) productions Mamma Mia at the Hollywood Bowl and Sweet Charity as Rosie. Her favorite leading roles include the Witch in Into the Woods, Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, and Lucy in Jekyll and Hyde. NYC Off-Broadway concert credits include, Swing 46, Town Hall, Feinstein's/54 Below, (Le) Poisson Rouge, and The Duplex, where she produced, created, and starred in her own cabaret The Melody Plays On: No One is Alone to help raise awareness and donations for the local domestic violence awareness non-profit "Never Alone Again,” and more recently debuted a piece of original material “Divine Feminine Soul”. During the pandemic, she directed/choreographed/music directed a musical revue for a children's theater (socially distanced and masked), taught musical theater classes, and founded Catriona Fray Studios for the Performing Artist. She teaches piano, guitar, voice, acting, dance, musical theater script writing/songwriting, and yoga to students of all ages! Manoela is a native of Rio de Janeiro, violinist and multi-instrumentalist who has established herself in LA as an exceptionally versatile artist. Classically trained, she has a strong passion for improvisation in jazz, blues, and rock genres and is an active composer and arranger. Notable live performances and recordings include Janelle Monáe, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Kygo, Renée Fleming, The Tenors, Common, Deltron 3030, Amanda Palmer, Amanda Palmer & The Grand Theft Orchestra, Frank Ocean, Marco Antonio Solís, Gloria Trevi, and a Quincy Jones benefit with Lang Lang. In addition, Manoela has been featured in films, TV shows and commercials, and regularly plays as a solo guest violinist with local acts. Her music has been heard in the most prominent halls across the country, including Hollywood Bowl, The Forum, Greek Theatre, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Website: https://www.homegrownrecording.com/

Lamar Richardson (lamarrichardson.com)(IG:@lamarrichardson_) is an actor and producer born in New Brunswick, N.J., who was raised in Charlotte, N.C. Acting credits include Phylicia Rashad's production of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Weird City, Black Terror, Straight Up, and New Amsterdam. Richardson will make his Broadway debut as co-producer in the upcoming revival of Death of a Salesman at the Hudson Theatre. He is currently producing Afrika Brown's play The Fight, and has co-founded Ivy Lion Productions, an independent production company that centers underrepresented voices and champions empowering stories. Richardson holds a B.A. from Columbia.

Lamar Richardson (lamarrichardson.com)(IG:@lamarrichardson_) is an actor and producer born in New Brunswick, N.J., who was raised in Charlotte, N.C. Acting credits include Phylicia Rashad's production of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Weird City, Black Terror, Straight Up, and New Amsterdam. Richardson will make his Broadway debut as co-producer in the upcoming revival of Death of a Salesman at the Hudson Theatre. He is currently producing Afrika Brown's play The Fight, and has co-founded Ivy Lion Productions, an independent production company that centers underrepresented voices and champions empowering stories. Richardson holds a B.A. from Columbia.

On Episode #244 of Wesam's World, we have Danielle Moné Truitt, who you may recognize from Law & Order: Organized Crime! This is an episode you won't wanna miss! Together, the two talk about their time working on Law and Order together and even Wesam's pitch for a new Law and Order spinoff that the execs are too scared to make...cowards....Be sure to stick around as a familiar star from Law & Order calls into the show! Plus, Danielle shares everything you need to know about her new one woman show, 3 Black Girl Blues! Running from May 19th-June 4th at the Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles! The post Danielle Moné Truitt appeared first on idobi Network.

This weekend, we meet actor Arian Moayed. You may know him as Stewy Hosseini from HBO's Succession, a scheming private equity shark who loves money and fears no one. He's also currently in A Doll's House on Broadway opposite Jessica Chastain, playing Torvald Helmer, one of theatre history's most famous chauvinists. He talks to Lilah about the difference between a trope bad guy and a complicated person, and how to play unlikeable characters as fully formed people. Arian and his family fled from Iran in the 1980s. He says when he sees A Doll's House, all he sees is Iran. We discuss how his culture informs his work as an actor.--------------Want to say hi? We love hearing from you. Email us at ftweekendpodcast@ft.com. We're on Twitter @ftweekendpod, and Lilah is on Instagram and Twitter @lilahrap. --------------Links:– Succession airs on HBO in the US and SkyAtlantic in the UK. The finale is on Sunday, May 28. Here's the FT's review of season 4: https://on.ft.com/3LdbxZA – A Doll's House, adapted by Amy Herzog and directed by Jamie Lloyd, is at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway through to June 10: https://adollshousebroadway.com/– A column by the FT's Jo Ellison on why the Succession wardrobe is so good https://on.ft.com/3VcfulE – A profile of director Jamie Lloyd: https://on.ft.com/3Ldbyg6– Our conversation with Michael Patrick Thornton: https://link.chtbl.com/ftweekend-mpt – Arian is on Twitter and Instagram @arianmoayed. His non-profit, Waterwell, is at https://www.waterwell.org/ —-------------Our US edition of the FTWeekend Festival is back! Join Jamie Lee Curtis, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Alice Waters, your favourite FT writers, and more on May 20 in Washington, DC, and online. Register now and save $20 using the promo code weekendpodcast at ft.com/festival-usSpecial offers for Weekend listeners, from 50% off a digital subscription to a $1/£1/€1 trial are here: http://ft.com/weekendpodcast.--------------Original music by Metaphor Music.Mixing and sound design by Breen Turner and Sam Giovinco. Clips in this episode courtesy of HBO.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we speak with Jesmille Darbouze, who is currently starring in the play A Doll's House on Broadway with Jessica Chastain. Jesmille talks with us about the imposter syndrome she's dealt with since taking on her first principal role on Broadway, how she was game to dive in to the vulnerable and intimate direction this production has, and what she reveals to her students at Marymount Manhattan College about the pursuit of an artistic career.  A Doll's House is in performances until June 11th at the Hudson Theatre on Broadway Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review!

LAMAR RICHARDSON is an actor and producer born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. He received his B.A. from Columbia University in the City of New York in 2015. Shortly after, Lamar made his regional theater debut as 'Sylvester' in Phylicia Rashad's award-winning production of August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles in 2016. He made his Broadway debut as a Co-Producer of the 2022-2023 revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman starring Wendell Pierce, Sharon D. Clarke, and Andre de Shields at the Hudson Theatre. Kander and Ebb's New York, New York is his next endeavor as a Co-Producer. He is also currently producing Afrika Brown's new play in development, The Fight. Lamar co-founded Ivy Lion Productions, which is an independent production company that centers underrepresented voices and champions empowering stories. His additional acting credits include: Jordan Peele's 'Weird City', Richard Lawson's ‘Black Terror,' James Sweeney's 'Straight Up' on Netflix, and NBC's 'New Amsterdam.' How he got his first representatives with cold outreach Hand modeling together for multiple Samsung commercials and getting a parts representation The story of booking Ma Rainey's Black Bottom after a NYC reading with Phylicia Rashad and how he almost got in his own way Oprah's super soul gospel brunch at her house with Reese Witherspoon, Angela Bassett, Kerry Washington, Julia Roberts, and more All of his jobs are in service to his work as an actor Becoming a Broadway producer for Death of a Salesman and New York, New York: what steps did he take to start and how being an actor prepared him Getting the Front Row Fellowship with Columbia University and what that entails Producing Afrika Brown's play The Fight, with a reading at the Apollo theater Co-producer of New York, New York with Lin Manuel Miranda What he doesn't have time for anymore as an actor Guest: Website IMDb Instagram Twitter Front Row Fellow Host: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@MichelleSimoneMiller⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@MentorsontheMic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@MichelleSimoneM⁠⁠⁠ Facebook page:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/mentorsonthemic⁠⁠⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠ www.michellesimonemiller.com⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/24mmichelle⁠⁠⁠ If you like this episode, check out ⁠⁠⁠Becoming Casting Director Erica Hart ("THAT DAMN MICHAEL CHE," "GODFATHER OF HARLEM," "THE BOLD TYPE") ⁠⁠Click here to join our Mailing list. Ads: Cave Day --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michelle-miller4/support

The School of Night Presents: Battlesong of Boudica @ Hudson Theatre - 9 out of 10 - Exceptional Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended! April 9 - 30, 2023. www.latheatrebites.com

In this episode, Jeff & Richie sit down and discuss the 2022 Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman". The acclaimed West End production makes its way to the Hudson Theatre and is starring Wendell Pierce and Sharon D Clarke. Tune in and hear Jeff & Richie's thoughts on the overall production, how a new twist on this show works in today's theatre, and a deep dive into Arthur Miller's works. (Show was seen on Monday, September 26th, 2022) Share your thoughts with us on this episode below:On Instagram: @halfhourpodcastOn TikTok: @halfhourpodcastOn our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com

“I'm glad my mom died,” said almost no one. Except it's the title of a new book by Jennette McCurdy, Nickelodeon actress turned author. Our host Gabe Howard simply had to know: Is McCurdy truly glad her mom died? And if so, Why? Listen now to learn the circumstances behind McCurdy's book and what lead the iCarly star to share her feelings with the world.  To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the official episode page. Guest Bio Jennette McCurdy starred in Nickelodeon's hit show “iCarly” and its spin-off, “Sam & Cat,” as well as in the Netflix series “Between.” In 2017, she quit acting and began pursuing writing/directing. Her films have been featured in the Florida Film Festival, the Salute Your Shorts Film Festival, Short of the Week, and elsewhere. Her essays have appeared in HuffPost and The Wall Street Journal. Her one-woman show “I'm Glad My Mom Died” had two sold-out runs at the Lyric Hyperion Theatre and Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles. She hosts a podcast called “Empty Inside,” which has topped Apple's charts and features guests speaking about uncomfortable topics. She lives in Los Angeles. Jennette's heartbreaking and hilarious memoir “I'm Glad My Mom Died” was released in August 2022. Find out more at www.JennetteMcCurdy.com. Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com.

Hollywood Fringe 2022: SOMETHING IN THE AIR @ Hudson Theatre - Review 6.9 out of 10 - Okay!. www.latheatrebites.com Where is the in-between? In the wake of the anti-Asian hate crimes across our country, Something In The Air is a play that focuses on the lives of eight very different Asian/Asian-American college students living in America. These eight individuals come from different walks of life and from all over the diaspora, representing the diverse realities of AAPI college students in the country. They arrive at the infamous Denver Airport, ready to take flight for spring break, and, given its otherworldly nature– are forced to deal with issues within fiction and reality. A story that combines mystery, conspiracy theories, myths, and generational stories.

Holding Court @ Hudson Theatre in West Hollywood - Review 7.6 out of 10 - Above Average! April 6 - May 18, 2022. www.latheatrebites.com

In this episode, I am taking you behind the scenes of a play I am starring in called BLAZE.  Blaze is a modern play portraying a dysfunctional family attempting to get their sister/daughter into rehab. I interject with standup and storytelling sets throughout the show. It would be an honor and a pleasure to see your face in the audience! Those in LA, come check out the play: The Hudson Theatre in Hollywood: 4/15, 4/16, 4/29, 4/30, 5/1 @ 8pm Tickets & Information:  https://www.blazestageplay.com/ - Say hi! @dyingoflaughter_podcast / DyingOfLaughterPodcast@gmail.com Do you like this show? Leaving a review on Apple Podcasts is extremely appreciated...I read & cherish every single one! @_ChelsWhoElse_ | www.ChelsWhoElse.com

Broadway News: Ariana DeBose was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Anita in West Side Story. DeBose's nomination follows Rita Moreno's historic 1961 Oscar win, playing the same role in the earlier film adaptation. Lin-Manuel Miranda received a Best Song nomination for his "Dos Oruguitas" from Encanto, a nod that could achieve EGOT status. Miranda's screen adaptation of Jonathan Larson's biomusical tick, tick...BOOM! was recognized, with Broadway alum Andrew Garfield getting a nomination for Best Actor for his performance as Larson.  Tony nominee Amber Gray will play her final performance as Persephone in Hadestown February 19. Casting for the role of Persephone will be announced shortly. A musical adaptation of “Smash” is setting its sights on Broadway! The musical, based on the NBC television show, will feature a book by Bob Martin and Rick Elice and a score from Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, who wrote original songs for the television show. Steven Spielberg, Robert Greenblatt and Neil Meron, all of whom worked on the television show, will produce the new musical. Production dates have not yet been announced. The Public Theater recently announced the line-up for the 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater. This summer, Free Shakespeare in the Park will begin with the drama Richard III, directed by Tony nominee Robert O'Hara and featuring Danai Gurira in the title role. The season will continue with the return of the free Public Works musical adaptation of As You Like It after it was originally scheduled for the 2020 season, but delayed due to the pandemic. Adapted by Public Theater Artist-in-Residence Shaina Taub and Director of Public Works Laurie Woolery, with music and lyrics by Shaina Taub. Casting: Color Purple movie musical casting including American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino has been cast as Celie. It's a reprise of a role she held on Broadway in 2009. Tony nominee Danielle Brooks will take on the role of Sofia. She also starred in a different revival of The Color Purple on Broadway. Fantasia and Brooks will join the previously reported Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery, Corey Hawkins as Harpo, Oscar and Grammy winner H.E.R. as Squeak, Halle Bailey as Young Nettie, and stage and screen star Colman Domingo as Mister. Full casting has been announced for the Broadway revival of Neil Simon's Plaza Suite starring Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick. Tony winner John Benjamin Hickey directs the production, which will now begin previews February 25 at the Hudson Theatre for a limited engagement through June 26. Opening night is set for March 28. Joining Parker and Broderick in Suite 719 of the Plaza Hotel will be Danny Bolero as The Waiter, Molly Ranson as Jean McCormick/Mimsey Hubley, and Eric Wiegand as The Bellhop/Borden Eisler. Tony winner Michael McGrath and Tony nominee Erin Dilly will standby for Broderick and Parker, respectively, with Laurie Veldheer and Cesar J. Rosado serving as understudies. The upcoming Broadway revival of Funny Girl has unveiled the complete company as they begin their official first day of rehearsals. The production, starring Beanie Feldstein as Fanny Brice and Tony and Olivier nominee Rameen Karimloo as Nick Arnstein, begins March 26 at the August Wilson Theatre ahead of an April 24 opening night. Additional previously announced cast members include Jared Grimes as Eddie Ryan, and Emmy winner Jane Lynch as Mrs. Rosie Brice. They will be joined by Peter Francis James as Florenz Ziegfeld, Ephie Aardema as Emma/Mrs. Nadler, Debra Cardona as Mrs. Meeker, Toni DiBuono as Mrs. Strakosh, Martin Moran as Tom Keeney, and Julie Benko as the standby for Fanny Brice.  Follow @BwayPodNetwork on Twitter. Find co-hosts on Twitter at @AyannaPrescod, @CLewisReviews, and @TheMartinAcuna. Subscribe To BPN's newsletter HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JENNETTE MCCURDY's I'm Glad My Mom Died @ Hudson Theatre in West Hollywood Sep 3- 25, 2021 8 out of 10 - A Good Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended. www.latheatrebites.com

In this episode I talk with my sibling Lenny Langley, a queer writer, dancer, model, and performer based in LA. Our conversation explores Lenny's creative journey and how they're living the archetypes of Leo and Aquarius through their boundary-pushing embodiment artistry.  Lenny shares about their creative process, the healing power of storytelling, and how the pandemic unexpectedly catalyzed their artistic mission (along with a dramatic lifestyle change).*Click here for the full text transcript of this episode along with show notesYou can tune in to Lenny's debut show "Sugar and Sh*t" on Livestream worldwide or in person at the Hudson Theatre in Los AngelesSHOWTIMES: August 8, 21, 29 at 1pm PST / 4pm EST / 9pm UK / 10pm EUInfo and tickets are available at: www.tigerlicious.liveHollywood Fringe Official Websitewww.instagram.com/theshowsugarandshitwww.facebook.com/theshowsugarshttheshowsugarandshit@gmail.comConnect with Lenny on Instagram @lennylangley__ and facebook.com/hellomisslangleyConnect with Stephanie on instagram @soultolifepodcast and @heartblossom.life Join my email community to receive the latest episodes of Soul to Life in your inbox, plus a free welcome gift and subscriber-only goodiesMake a contribution to help sustain this podcastBook a soul-centered birth chart reading or akashic guidance intuitive sessionSoul to Life is created and produced by Stephanie Elizabeth Briggs. Our theme song is “Pleiades” by Starry Eyes.Support the show Learn more about the podcast at www.soultolifepodcast.com Connect with Stephanie on instagram @soultolifepodcast and @heartblossom.life Sign up to receive my illuminating weekly-ish Magical Empowerment emails, plus a free welcome gift and subscriber-only goodies Book a soul-centered birth chart reading or akashic guidance intuitive session Activate your inner guidance in my private intuitive development training for highly sensitive people For more about coaching, visit heartblossom.life/coaching Make a contribution to help sustain this podcast Soul to Life is created and produced by Stephanie Elizabeth . Our theme song is “Pleiades” by Starry Eyes.

Mike Isaacson, artistic director and executive producer of the iconic MUNY in St. Louis, shares his producing philosophy. From his beginnings as a theatre critic to the Broadway stage, Mike chats with Hal about his key to success, the importance of giving young artists command of the stage, and what it means to be part of St. Louis’ summer ritual. Mike Isaacson is in his ninth season, and he is only the third person to hold this position in The Muny’s 101-year history. To date, he has produced 56 Muny shows, 23 of which had never been produced at The Muny before including Dreamgirls, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jersey Boys, Kinky Boots and Matilda. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch named him “Theatre Artist of the Year,” noting that by “staging one impressive production after another, he made The Muny simultaneously hip and – believe it – important to our community.” During its record-breaking 100th season, The Muny became the first theatre in the world to produce the legendary Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, doing unprecedented archival work on both the artistic and the business side to make it happen. With Kristin Caskey, Isaacson has produced more than 23 Broadway musicals and plays, national tours, and off-Broadway and London productions. All told, his productions have received more than 122 Tony Award nominations and 34 Tony Awards. Most recently on Broadway, he and Caskey produced the highly acclaimed David Byrne’s American Utopia; opening this fall at The Hudson Theatre will be their production of Neil Simon’s Plaza Suite, starring Mathew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker. Spring of 2019, the duo co-produced the Tony-nominated Lanford Wilson’s Burn This, starring Adam Driver and Kerri Russell. Other career highlights for Isaacson include: Fun Home (2015 Tony Award, Best Musical; 2018 Olivier Award nominee, Best Musical); Legally Blonde the Musical (2011 Olivier Award, Best Musical); Thoroughly Modern Millie (2002 Tony Award, Best Musical); Red (2010 Tony Award, Best Play); The Humans (2016 Tony Award, Best Play); If/Then, starring Idina Menzel; Bring It On: The Musical (2013 Tony nomination for Best Musical); A Doll’s House 2 (2017 Tony nomination for Best Play); You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (1999 Tony nomination for Best Revival of a Musical); The Seagull; Caroline, or Change; One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (2001 Tony Award, Best Revival of a Play); and Death of a Salesman (1999 Tony Award, Best Revival of a Play). For the Independent Presenters Network, Isaacson served as producer for the Broadway shows Spamalot (2005 Tony Award, Best Musical), Ragtime (revival), and The Color Purple. He has received the St. Louis Arts and Education Council’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, and in 2018, he was awarded The Broadway League’s and Theatre Development Fund’s Commercial Theater Institute “Robert Whitehead” Award for excellence in producing. He has served on the board of governors and executive committee of The Broadway League and received the Samuel J. L’Hommedieu Award. In 2016 he received the Equality Award from the St. Louis Chapter of Human Rights Campaign.  To see the latest news on the MUNY, visit MUNY.org. Follow America’s oldest and largest outdoor musical theatre on instagram @TheMuny. For all things Broadway Biz, visit our Instagram @BroadwayBizPodcast or our website broadwaybizpodcast.com. Have a question for Hal or a topic you'd like him to explore? Send Hal an email at broadwaybiz@halluftig.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russell Miller (LI:@russellmiller)(Theatre operator and Producer) has over 25 years professional experience running large and prolific commercial theatres, sports and entertainment venues.As a Senior Business Director, he has been responsible for 12 regional UK theatres and 10 West End Theatres in London – the largest group in London for the world’s largest theatre owner/operator.Russell has overseen notable productions including the West End revival of “Guys & Dolls” with Ewan McGregor and Patrick Swayze.He also oversaw the opening of Cirque De Soleil’s Broadway debut hit musical, “Paramour” and Molière’s “Misanthrope” with Kiera Knightly in her West End debut with Damien Lewis, to name but a few.Russell set up the business/commercial infrastructure to support the reopening after almost 50 years of the Hudson Theatre on Broadway, with Academy Award nominee, Jake Gyllenhaal starring in “Sunday in the Park with George”.Russell also had responsibility for associated US theatres and concert venues in Brooklyn and four regional US venues in New Orleans and San Antonio.In 2012, Russell directly lead 90 departments and over 1200 venue staff to oversee the planning and delivery of events for the London Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games, viewed at peak by an audience of over 3 billion. Russell is currently a Producer on the forthcoming documentary “Defying Gravity” celebrating Stephen Schwartz, composer of hit Broadway shows “Wicked’, “Godspell”, “Pippin”. He is a consulting producer on films with Don McLean and his hit classic song, “American Pie;” legendary Motown producer/writer Lamont Dozier; and Eddie Kramer, engineer for Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and the Beatles.He is a published author of the children's book "Broadway Baby", an entertainment consultant and external advisor to Bain & Co.

Russell Miller (LI:@russellmiller)(Theatre operator and Producer) has over 25 years professional experience running large and prolific commercial theatres, sports and entertainment venues.As a Senior Business Director, he has been responsible for 12 regional UK theatres and 10 West End Theatres in London – the largest group in London for the world’s largest theatre owner/operator.Russell has overseen notable productions including the West End revival of “Guys & Dolls” with Ewan McGregor and Patrick Swayze.He also oversaw the opening of Cirque De Soleil’s Broadway debut hit musical, “Paramour” and Molière’s “Misanthrope” with Kiera Knightly in her West End debut with Damien Lewis, to name but a few.Russell set up the business/commercial infrastructure to support the reopening after almost 50 years of the Hudson Theatre on Broadway, with Academy Award nominee, Jake Gyllenhaal starring in “Sunday in the Park with George”.Russell also had responsibility for associated US theatres and concert venues in Brooklyn and four regional US venues in New Orleans and San Antonio.In 2012, Russell directly lead 90 departments and over 1200 venue staff to oversee the planning and delivery of events for the London Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games, viewed at peak by an audience of over 3 billion. Russell is currently a Producer on the forthcoming documentary “Defying Gravity” celebrating Stephen Schwartz, composer of hit Broadway shows “Wicked’, “Godspell”, “Pippin”. He is a consulting producer on films with Don McLean and his hit classic song, “American Pie;” legendary Motown producer/writer Lamont Dozier; and Eddie Kramer, engineer for Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and the Beatles.He is a published author of the children's book "Broadway Baby", an entertainment consultant and external advisor to Bain & Co.

David Byrne's American Utopia brings the critically acclaimed Broadway show to HBO in a one-of-a-kind film directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Spike Lee. Recorded during its run at Broadway's Hudson Theatre in New York City, David Byrne is joined by an ensemble of 11 musicians, singers, and dancers from around the globe, inviting audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount. Stream David Byrne's American Utopia Saturday, October 17 on HBO Max.

David Byrne's American Utopia brings the critically acclaimed Broadway show to HBO in a one-of-a-kind film directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Spike Lee. Recorded during its run at Broadway's Hudson Theatre in New York City, David Byrne is joined by an ensemble of 11 musicians, singers, and dancers from around the globe, inviting audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount. Stream David Byrne's American Utopia Saturday, October 17 on HBO Max.

David Byrne's American Utopia brings the critically acclaimed Broadway show to HBO in a one-of-a-kind film directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Spike Lee. Recorded during its run at Broadway's Hudson Theatre in New York City, David Byrne is joined by an ensemble of 11 musicians, singers, and dancers from around the globe, inviting audiences into a joyous dreamworld where human connection, self-evolution, and social justice are paramount. Stream David Byrne's American Utopia Saturday, October 17 on HBO Max.

Peachanda DuBose; Writer/Director/Producer: 2x NAACP award winning writer, playwright, director, author, and producer. Also she is the founder and creator of three award brands: The Peach Theatre Awards Cruise, The Mayan Industry Awards , and The Pioneer Awards. Peachanda DuBose is also the founder and CEO of her own production company Mayan Productions. On the podcast we talk a her journey growing up in Norfolk Virginia, How she became a playwright as well as becoming the first woman to have a residency at “The Hudson Theatre” we talk about this and more on “Behind The Real”!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/aaron-d-king/support

In this episode, we talk with veteran, professional stand-up comedian, LOUIS RAMEY, who is regularly featured on TV shows like “Last Comic Standing”, “Comedy Central Presents” and “Comics Unleashed w/ Byron Allen”.THOUGHT #1Put blinders on and not compare yourself to others.THOUGHT #2Imitation doesn’t require Courage, Innovation, Risk or Vision…Be Original.CONNECT:Website: www.louisramey.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/louis.rameyInstagram: louisrameyTwitter: @louisramey1Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/louisrameyBRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS:Comedy Central – www.cc.comNBC’s “Bring the Funny” – https://www.nbc.com/bring-the-funnyThe Beatles – www.thebeatles.comKISS – www.kissonline.comDavid Bowie – www.davidbowie.comWhite Snake – www.whitesnake.comKurt Cobain (Nirvana) – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_CobainHard Rock International – www.HardRock.comRock ‘n Roll With It: Overcoming the Challenge of Change (Brant Menswar)– www.RocknRollWithIt.comCulture That Rocks: How to Revolutionize Your Company’s Culture (Jim Knight)– www.CultureThatRocks.comCannonball Kids’ cancer – www.CannonballKidscancer.orgKeppler Speakers - www.KepplerSpeakers.comCertified Rock Star - www.CertifiedRockStar.comThoughts That Rock – www.ThoughtsThatRock.comSpectacle Photography (Show/Website Photos) – www.spectaclephoto.comJeffrey Todd “JT” Keel (Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeelLOUIS RAMEY’S BIO:Louis Ramey is an American stand-up comedian from Atlanta, Georgia. He started performing comedy while in college after being dared to perform by his friendsHe was featured in his own episode of Comedy Central Presents in 2001. It was filmed at the Hudson Theatre, in New York City. In 2008, he was a finalist on Last Comic Standing 6. On July 31, he was voted into the top 5. He finished in 5th place. He was then the host of the Last Comic Standing tour, in which he performed along with the 4 other finalists.He briefly worked for Nickelodeon as a member of the Nick at Nite "Road Crew".Comedian and former Daily Show correspondent Wyatt Cenac named Ramey as one of his comedy influences, saying that "I remember seeing guys like Vince Morris and Louis Ramey do stuff that wasn’t what you saw on ComicView".

TVC 457.4: Ed welcomes film and TV actor Jason Stuart (My Wife and Kids, Gia, Kindergarten Cop, Birth of a Nation), one of the first openly gay stand-up comedians. Jason has been performing stand-up for more than thirty years, but he did not find his piece of ground as a comedian until he started doing stand-up material about being gay. Jason Stuart will be signing copies of his memoir, Shut Up! I’m Talking: Coming Out in Hollywood and Making It to the Middle, at Book Soup in Hollywood on Friday, Aug. 2 along with special guest Alexandra Paul (Alexandra Paul wrote the foreword to the book), and at Comedy Central Stage Sit and Spin at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood on Tuesday, Aug. 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TVC 457.5: Actor, comedian, and author Jason Stuart (Shut Up! I’m Talking: Coming Out in Hollywood and Making It to the Middle) talks to Ed about his appearance on The Dating Game in the late 1970s (and why Jim Lange was the perfect host for that show); his first national TV appearance as a comic, which occurred on The Merv Griffin Show; and the impact that the 1972 made-for-TV movie That Certain Summer had on Jason’s life. Jason will be signing copies of Shut Up! I’m Talking at Book Soup in Hollywood on Friday, Aug. 2 along with special guest Alexandra Paul, and at Comedy Central Stage Sit and Spin at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood on Tuesday, Aug. 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Segment One – We have Laurie McBride phoning into the studio. Laurie became the executive director of the LIFE Lobby in 1990 and was there for the infamous veto of AB 101 on Septmeber 29, 1991. She was the face of LGBT Californians during the 90’s before there were any LGBT legislators in place. Segment Two- Dave Isay, who is the founder of “Story Corps” in New York City will be joining us. He is now documenting first hand interviews of those who were apart of Stonewall or “Stonewall Out Loud.” This project will be stored at the Library of Congress archives. Segment Three – The cast of Shooting Star and Florian Klein will be joining us in studio. Shooting star has opened at the Hudson Theatre which is a cross between the musical and gay porn industry.

7 out of 10 - An Average Show! www.latheatrebites.com A normal production of the Broadway legend Les Misérables is overtaken by a bunch of foul-mouthed puppets who want to throw a revolution of their own. Both a loving tribute and a brutal deconstruction of the "greatest musical of all time," this show is full of clever twists on classic songs, improvisation, and audience interaction. Warning: This production contains offensive language, sexual situations, and musical theater. It should not be viewed by children.

Episode 31 of the Mavens Do It Better Podcast features Jim Kierstead. Jim is a two-time 2013 Tony® Award-winning producer of the Broadway, touring, Toronto, and London productions of Kinky Boots and the revival of Pippin. Jim and Heather caught up in person in Hell's Kitchen/Times Square in New York City.Listen in as Heather talks with Jim about:What it's like to be a Broadway producer and all the different aspects of theater, business and artistry that it entails.How Jim got started as a producer and all the beautiful productions he has brought to not only Broadway but to touring shows across the United States, London and all around the world.The current state of Broadway today and how telling stories is still the way we relate to each other, change each other and how live theater is still one of our greatest ways to connect and learn empathy.To Follow Jim: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Kierstead ProductionsJim also is involved with the international hit musical Matilda on Broadway and on tour and is a co-producer of the 2016 Broadway musicals Waitress and Natasha & Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812 starring Josh Groban. He has been a co-producer of the Broadway productions of The Visit (Tony nominated), You Can’t Take It with You (Tony nominated), Side Show, It Shoulda Been You, and Rocky. Jim has worked in New York theatre since 2000 investing and raising money for shows including Something Rotten, The Glass Menagerie, the revival of Hair (Best Revival), American Idiot, The Addams Family, Catch Me If You Can, among others.Jim began his career by developing and producing the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway premiere of Thrill Me – The Leopold & Loeb Story (nominated for Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Best Musical in 2005) and produced its original New York production in 2003. He founded his production company Kierstead Productions, Inc. in 2004. In 2010, he produced the Off-Broadway premiere of Yank! – A World War II Love Story. Jim has been an Executive Producer on the films Between Love and Goodbye, Kiss Me, Kill Me, and the upcoming Wakefield starring Bryan Cranston and Jennifer Garner.Currently, Jim is developing a new musical entitled Unexpected Joy with book & lyrics by Bill Russell (two-time Tony® nominated for Side Show), a play entitled Cover by Bill McMahon, and a play entitled The Dodgers by Diana Amsterdam about the draft dodgers during the Vietnam War which had its World Premiere production at The Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles. Jim is on the Board of Directors of The York Theatre Company and The New York Theatre Barn.Transcript available at mavensdoitbetter.com

6.8 out of 10 - Okay. www.latheatrebites.com In 1978, People's Temple, a progressive, Black multiracial church, self-destructed in a Guyana settlement named after its leader, the Reverend Jim Jones. A riveting story of complicity and resistance; loyalty and betrayal; black struggle and black sacrifice told through the voices of Black women.

Taylor Iman Jones is currently rocking out as Mopsa in Head Over Heels at the Hudson Theatre. She has previously been on Broadway in Groundhog Day where she was in the ensemble and also understudied Nancy and Rita Hanson and Taylor was also part of the national tour of American Idiot. She has been with Head Over Heels since its pre-Broadway run in San Francisco. Be sure to follow her on Instagram at @TaylorImanJones.(Hosts: Paul Wontorek, Ryan Lee Gilbert, Caitlin Moynihan)

A holiday edition from the archives: Marc Evan Jackson; Shaz Bennett; Eddie Peppitone; Drew Droege; Spencer Green; Debbie; Jaclyn Lafer; music by Gary Stockade | Recorded at the Comedy Central Stage at the Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles

From the Archives: Carlos Kotkin; Bill Brochtrup; Susie McDonnell; Monica Piper; Melinda Hill; music by Arielle Guitar | Recorded at the Comedy Central Stage at the Hudson Theatre in Los Angeles.

7.2 out of 10 - Average Show www.latheatrebites.com The internet and social media have forever changed the way we communicate, interact, love, work, and play. Narsociety – The Social Media Shaming Musical tells the story of what happens when it all comes crashing together, when the private becomes public, when technology meets art, when selfies are more important than self-expression, when outrage dominates the conversation, and when agendas ruin lives.

7.9 out of 10 Above Average Leslie has never seen the show Game of Thrones. Her friends are shocked to hear this and decide to immediately act out all 6 seasons to catch her up. www.latheatrebites.com

Interviews from the cast of Going...Going...Gone! Oct 01 – Sun, Nov 06 @ Hudson Theatre in Hollywood. Synopsis : Set in the press box of a major Los Angeles baseball stadium, a hilarious yet poignant new comedy from Emmy Award-winning writer (M*A*S*H*, Cheers, The Simpsons) and 8-year host of popular radio show ‘Dodger Talk' Ken Levine about four sports journalists whose lives are changed during the course of one game.

Synopsis: The story of a girl who did everything she was supposed to do and ended up exactly where she never wanted to be. "No, I Won't Take You to the Airport!," is a story of completely true stories. Taken from the Website. www.latheatrebites.com photo by MICHAEL LAMONT. 8.5 out of 10. Good Show

JEN BENDER is a director and producer working in theater and live events. She is the Director of Programming and Artists Services for New York Musical Theatre Festival, and Associate Director of the recent Broadway musical Honeymoon in Vegas by Jason Robert Brown and Andrew Bergman. Other Broadway credits include The Lion King (Resident Director), The Wedding Singer, Steel Magnolias, and Avenue Q (Assistant Director). She spent the past three years touring North America, Asia, and Australia as the Assistant Artistic Director of Cirque du Soleil’s Ovo. From its creation in 2008, she was the Artistic Director of Broadway in South Africa, a non-profit organization that aims to develop a cross-cultural exchange between youth in need and artists who seek to use their change for good. She is also a co-founder of New Voices Collective, a concert series of art songs by contemporary American composers. A passionate supporter of new works, she directed the premieres of Like You Like it and Trails at NYMF, as well as numerous concerts and readings at Lincoln Center, Birdland, Hammerstein Ballroom, Ars Nova, Hudson Theatre, and Joe’s Pub.

(From the Best of State of the Arts originally broadcast December 13, 2010) Sterling recalls smoky memories of a long ago Christmas, while Stroili reports stranger-than-strange medical news from a British tabloid. Legendary motion picture star Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange) talks about his 40 year career and his reading of Dylan Thomas' A Child's Christmas in Wales for the Intimate Opera Company of Pasadena, CA at the Pasadena Playhouse. The Live Arts Calendar highlights holiday performances by the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles with special guests Sheryl Lee Ralph and LeAnn Rimes at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, CA; and recording star Andy Williams with the Pacific Symphony Pops Orchestra at Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, CA. Sterling reviews the nightclub acts of musical theatre star Leslie Margherita and recording artist Antony Field. Television star Gerald McCullouch (CSI) discusses his starring role in the west coast premiere of Daddy at Hollywood's Hudson Theatre. McDowell and McCullouch account for their embarrassing career moments.

Right this way, your laughs are waiting. Sterling and Stroili announce unusual news items involving human consumption and human kindness. Concert star, musical theatre star, and recording artist Nita Whitaker is interviewed about her diverse career from Grand Champion of Star Search to working with legendary record producer David Foster. LA Ovation nominated comedienne, singer/actress Cissy Connor arrives at State of the Arts with Cher and Katherine Hepburn; and discusses Bare Sole, her chic, Studio City, CA shoe boutique. The Live Arts Calendar highlights the classic farce Room Service at Hollywood's Open Fist Theatre; and the critically acclaimed west coast premiere of Dan Via's humorous and provocative Off Broadway hit Daddy starring CSI's Gerald McCullough at the Hudson Theatre in Hollywood. Miss Whitaker and Miss Connor tell of their worst moments on stage. Sponsored by Breakdown Services (http://www.breakdownexpress.com/)

Sterling recalls smoky memories of a long ago Christmas, while Stroili reports stranger-than-strange medical news from a British tabloid. Legendary motion picture star Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange) talks about his 40 year career and his reading of Dylan Thomas??? A Child???s Christmas in Wales for the Intimate Opera Company of Pasadena, CA at the Pasadena Playhouse. The Live Arts Calendar highlights holiday performances by the Gay Men???s Chorus of Los Angeles with special guests Sheryl Lee Ralph and LeAnn Rimes at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, CA; and recording star Andy Williams with the Pacific Symphony Pops Orchestra at Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, CA. Sterling reviews the nightclub acts of musical theatre star Leslie Margherita and recording artist Antony Field. Television star Gerald McCullouch (CSI) discusses his starring role in the west coast premiere of Daddy at Hollywood???s Hudson Theatre. McDowell and McCullouch account for their embarrassing career moments. Sponsored by Breakdown Services (http://www.breakdownexpress.com/)