Podcast appearances and mentions of jose llana

On my recent trip to New York City, Mickey-Jo loved the new musical HERE LIES LOVE at The Broadway Theatre so much that he saw it twice, from both the Mezzanine and the immersive dance floor. The show, which tells the story of the rise and fall of former first lady Imelda Marcos as well as Ninoy Aquino, stars Arielle Jacobs, Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora, and features a score by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on the show, its initial controversies, the best way to experience it, and why it is closing later this month... • 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

Ellie and Haley interview JOSE LLANA!  Jose leads a big, new take on what a Broadway show looks like in Here Lies Love—an immersive show that makes the audience a part of the performance. But before that, he graced the stage in Rent, Flower Drum Song, Wonderland, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and The King and I — not once, but twice. And he's been seen on your screens in Sex and the City and Hitch, and is a recording artist. Plus, as always, a whole lot more.  Jose tells us about: ⭐️ What to expect at an immersive Broadway show ⭐️ What it's like playing Ferdinand Marcos ⭐️ His trick for getting the audience to play along ⭐️ His advice for theater kids! FOLLOW US Instagram @twokidspod ALL OF OUR EPISODES SUPPORT A CHARITY CHOSEN BY OUR GUEST. This episode supports Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and the ACLU And you can donate here: broadwaycares.org and aclu.org CHECK OUR OUR WEBSITE: twokidsbroadway.com LISTEN TO ALL OF OUR EPISODES: anchor.fm/twokidsandabroadwaystar Spotify: spoti.fi/40vHhhY Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-kids-and-a-broadway-star/id1534679746 Please like, subscribe and leave a review if you like our show! We'd love to hear what you think, and your reviews help other people find our podcast, too! SAY HI AT twokidsbroadway@gmail.com * All Two Kids & A Broadway Star accounts are monitored by our parents.

Jeff and Phil welcome Arielle Jacobs and Jose Llana, the stars of the revolutionary new Broadway musical Here Lies Love, an immersive roof-raising disco musical that tells the story of Imelda and Ferdinand Marcos. They discuss the unique thrill of performing in this groundbreaking, form-busting theatre experience, their immense pride in being a part of Broadway's first ever all-Filipino cast, and the complicated responsibility of narrativizing this very real history of the Philippines.

In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by actor and singer Jose Llana. Jose is currently starring  as Ferdinand Marcos in the Broadway musical “Here Lies Love”. Jose, a native of the Philippines, is also a best-selling recording artist on the Viva Philippines label. He speaks about his life, his career, family, playing Marcos, and the faith and values that mean the most to him.Support the show

Jose Llana returns to Broadway in the highly anticipated production of David Byrne & Fat Boy Slim's Here Lies Love, for which he earned a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for creating the role of “Marcos” at the Public Theatre. He most recently starred as The King Of Siam in Lincoln Center Theater's Tony Award Winning revival of The King & I on Broadway, the US National Tour and the UK Tour. Previous Broadway credits include Chip Tolentino in William Finn's The 25th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee (Drama Desk Award, dir. James Lapine), El Gato in Wonderland, Wang Ta in David Henry Hwang's adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, Angel in RENT (dir. Michael Greif), Jessie-Lee in Streetcorner Symphony and his debut as Lun Tha in the 1996 Revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King & I opposite Donna Murphy and Lou Diamond Phillips. Off-Broadway appearances include Adam in Falling For Eve (York), Gabey in On the Town (dir. George C. Wolfe, Delacorte) and Adam Guettel's Saturn Returns (dir. Tina Landau, Public Theater). Regional appearances include Bill Sikes in Oliver! (Papermill), Guillaume in Cameron Mackintosh's Martin Guerre (Guthrie Theater), Tin Man in Ballad of Little Jo (Steppenwolf Theater, dir. Tina Landau, Jefferson Nomination - Best Supporting Actor) and Candide in Candide (Prince Theater, Barrymore Nomination - Best Actor). TV/Film appearances include HBO's Sex and the City opposite Margaret Cho and Hitch with Will Smith. Appearing on numerous cast albums Jose is also a best-selling recording artist on the VIVA Philippines label. He has made two appearances with American Songbook in 2019 and 2015 which led to the release of his second solo CD, Altitude in the spring of 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Q&A on the Broadway musical Here Lies Love with actors Arielle Jacobs and Jose Llana. Moderated by Mara Webster, In Creative Company. From David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, this revolutionary new musical about former Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos' astonishing rise to power and subsequent fall at the hands of the Philippine People Power Revolution, has been hailed as “A POLITICAL CHILLER THAT'S ALSO A RED-HOT ADRENALINE RUSH” (Ben Brantley) “THAT MAKES YOU BELIEVE YOU COULD DANCE ALL NIGHT.” (The Washington Post)

Jose Lana, a talented actor and performer, delves into historical events, politics, theater, personal experiences that shaped his family's story and brought him full circle to the story told in Here Lies Love.. He shares his deep insights into his role as Ferdinand Marcos, discusses the challenges and responsibilities of portraying a controversial figure, and shares how the show brings to light important historical events. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of power, delusion, and ego in the context of political leaders like Marcos, Trump, and Putin. Jose reflects on the motivation behind his work, including the desire to make his family proud. He offers advice to younger individuals starting out in the industry, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey and staying true to oneself. Jose Llana has been gracing the Broadway and international stage for over two decades now, having appeared in both the 1996 and 2015 revivals of “The King and I”. He has also appeared in “Rent”, “Martin Guerre”, “Street Corner Symphony”, “Flower Drum Song”, “Wonderland”, and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”, which earned him a Drama Desk Award. His TV and film credits include “Sex and the City”, “Hitch”, and “Unconscious”. Jose can now be seen tearing up the dance floor on the Broadway stage again as President Marcos in “Here Lies Love”. Connect with Jose: Website: www.josellana.com Instagram: @thejosellana Twitter: @thejosellana Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new Broadway dance-pop opera "Here Lies Love" explores the figure of Filipino First Lady Imelda Marcos and her place in relation to the corruption and human rights abuses of her husband Ferdinand Marcos's presidency. We're joined by Jose Llana, the actor who plays Ferdinand, as well as Annie-B Parson, who was responsible for choreographing the immersive show, which features a shifting stage and encourages audience members to move and dance as part of the production. This segment is guest-hosted by Arun Venugopal. 

The U.S. Department of State is still digging out from a passport processing backlog that started during the pandemic. Now, members of Congress are proposing legislation to tackle the backlog. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how to do a mid-year money check-up. She shares which accounts, policies, and subscriptions to review if your goal is saving money for the rest of the year.One company claims its underwater AI-driven robot can harvest valuable metals without destroying the sensitive marine ecosystem. Senior National and Environmental Actor Jose Llana joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role in the new David Byrne musical "Here Lies Love."New technology using AI has restored some movement and feeling to a paralyzed man's hands. First on "CBS Mornings," CBS News' David Begnaud explains how the technology works and what it could mean for other patients with movement disorders.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Broadway Drumming 101 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Michael is the owner of Yellow Sound Lab, a recording facility that serves as the musical home of Sesame Street on PBS, on which Michael plays drums and percussion and is the music mixing engineer. He owns the record company, Yellow Sound Label, for which he has produced albums for such artists as Chita Rivera, Alan Cumming, Jose Llana, Telly Leung and cast recordings of Matilda, A strange Loop, Big Fish, First Date, The Visit, Murder Ballad, Heathers, Nevermore, John and Jen, Fly By Night, Tamar Of the River, Fugitive Songs, Next Thing You Know, The Burnt Part Boys, The Shaggs, See Rock City and Other Destinations, Herringbone featuring BD Wong and many more. As a musician, Michael has played on many of the aforementioned recordings and is an accomplished performer. He serves as music director, drummer and guitarist for Chita Rivera and is the drummer and co-arranger for Alan Cumming. He appeared with Florence and The Machine on Letterman in 2011, and he was the drummer for Concord Records Jazz vocalist Spencer Day on his 2011 Vagabond Tour. He was the drummer for the Broadway revival of Sunset Boulevard starring Glenn Close, the hit Broadway show Avenue Q and did the Broadway run and subsequent tour of Chita Rivera, The Dancer's Life. In addition, he's appeared in performances with such diverse artists/composers as Keith Lockhart, Jerry Goldsmith, Jesus Lobos Cobos, Jack Elliot, Wynonna Judd, John Legend, Elvis Costello, Miche Dichter, Randy Brecker, Audra McDonald, Don Rickles, Christian McBride, Kristin Chenoweth and Ernie Watts. Michael is a member of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, and the American Federation of Musicians.Clayton Craddock hosts the Broadway Drumming 101 Podcast and Newsletter. He has held the drum chair in several hit broadway and off-broadway musicals, including Tick, tick…BOOM!, Altar Boyz, Memphis The Musical, Lady Day At Emerson's Bar and Grill and Ain't Too Proud.The Broadway Drumming 101 Instagram page: InstagramThe Broadway Drumming 101 YouTube page: YouTubeFor more about Clayton, click HERE Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe

Please join me for the eighth episode in the Conversations with Alan series in The Locher Room for an in-depth discussion about Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month and the rise of violence, xenophobia and bigotry against the Asian / Pacific community resulting from the COVID19 pandemic. Joining me for this conversation are well known actors Jose Llana and BD Wong. Both of these talented men are outspoken about the rise of violence aimed at the Asian / Pacific community and are staunch supporters of the Stop AAPI Hate campaign. In March, Stop AAPI Hate released a report examining incidents that took place over roughly a year during the coronavirus pandemic. It revealed that the number of incidents reported surged from 3,795 to 6,603. Verbal harassment made up the vast majority of reports at 65 percent. Shunning, defined as the “deliberate avoidance of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders,” was the second most common form of discrimination at 18 percent, while physical assault comprised the third largest category at 13 percent. I hope you'll join BD, Jose and I for this important conversation about a topic very close to all our hearts. We must come together as one to understand the varying experiences other people go through. Let us open our eyes and our hearts to other people of varying races and religions. Original Airdate: 5/26/2021

Rodgers and Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG is a special breed of musical: one that was both revolutionary and problematic at the same time. So what does one do with a piece of history like that? Answer: hire David Henry Hwang. Today we welcome Daniel May, Broadway cast member from the 2002 revival, to discuss this beautiful show that too few have seen. Along the way, we share a touching tribute to Broadway legend Alvin Ing, featuring castmates Jose Llana, Sally Hong, J Elaine Marcos, and Telly Leung.Follow Daniel on Instagram at @danielmayofficial Check out Something Wonderful by Todd S PurdumBe sure to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, support the show by subscribing to PATREON! and gain access to monthly exclusive content. And finally, check out our TeePublic Store!

What's a woman to do? | Why Don't You Love Me (Philippines Benefit Concert - sung by Ruthie Ann Miles, Melody Butiu, Jose Llana, Maria-Christina Oliveras, and the cast of the Public Theater's production of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's Here Lies Love, directed by Alex Timbers and choreographed by Annie-B Parson)

This week, Jennifer, Jamie, and Rob sit down with Broadway veteran Jose Llana at Orso Restaurant. We discuss Jose's life and 24-year career in the theater, including his marriage, the 2016 election, his roles in The King and I, Flower Drum Song, and On The Town. We also chat about representation on Broadway, having to tell his Filipina mother he was playing dictator Ferdinand Marcos in Here Lies Love, and the incontrovertible coolness of David Byrne. Before Jose joins us, we discuss our love for Orso, The Big Apple, and how to relax and survive living in the city. Finally, Rob gives us a bit of insight into the wonderful wealth of Filipino performers working on Broadway. This week's music: Jose singing “I Have Dreamed” from The King and I, Jose and Lea Salonga singing “You Are Beautiful” from Flower Drum Song, “Stay Up Late” by “The Talking Heads,” Jose Singing “A Perfect Hand” from Here Lies Love, and Ruthie Ann Miles singing “Why Don't You Love Me” and “Here Lies Love,” from Here Lies Love.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jose Llana's Broadway credits include the most recent revival of THE KING & I (The King of Siam) THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (Drama Desk Award), WONDERLAND, FLOWER DRUM SONG, RENT, STREET CORNER SYMPHONY, and the 1996 revival of THE KING & I (Lun Tha). Off-Broadway: TWELFTH NIGHT, HERE LIES LOVE (Lortel nom.), FALLING FOR EVE, ON THE TOWN, and SATURN RETURNS. Regional: POSTER BOY OLIVER!, MARTIN GUERRE, BALLAD OF LITTLE JO (Jefferson nom.) and CANDIDE (Barrymore nom.). TV/Film: SEX AND THE CITY and HITCH. Albums: VIVA Philippines label and Altitude based on his concert for Lincoln Center's American Songbook series. This interview was recorded in May of 2017 while he was starring in the national tour of THE KING & I. Follow Kare Reviews at www.karereviews.com and on Twitter: @KareReviews Follow Jeffrey Kare on Twitter: @JeffreyKare If you like what you've heard here, please subscribe to any one of the following places where the Kare Reviews Podcast is available. Anchor, Apple, Google, SoundCloud, Spotify, Breaker, Overcasts, Pocket Casts, and RadioPublic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jeffrey-kare/support

This week Kristen and Zane will chat with Mary Littlejohn about which of life's truths can be gleaned from the hilarious semi-improvised musical - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee!MARY'S LINKSFabulist Theatrewww.thebroadwaychorus.com- FURTHER READING -WikiiTunesSpotify- CELEBRITY SHOUTOUTS -William Finn, James Lapine, Sarah Saltzberg, Wendy Wasserstein, Julianne Boyd, Dan Fogler, Robb Sapp, Jose Llana, Dashiell Eaves, Derrick Baskin, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Celia Keenan-Bolger, Lisa Howard, Marina Prior, David Campbell, Magda Szubanski, Lisa McCune, Tyler Coppin, Bert Labonte, Natalie Mendoza, Betsy Wolfe, James Monroe IglehartLike us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon!Email us: musicalstaughtmepodcast@gmail.comVisit our home on the web thatsnotcanonproductions.comOur theme song and interstitial music all by the one and only Benedict Braxton Smith. Find out more about him at www.benedictbraxtonsmith.com

What an episode, you guys! In the first segment two-time Tony winner (and five time nominee!!!) Michael Cerveris is back to talk making his own music, acting, and life post-"Fun Home." In the Second half of the show, two of our favorite guests ,Jose Llana and Laura Michelle Kelly, return to talk all things "The King and I" tour! Enjoy!

The handsome, charming, and SMART Jose Llana talks lying his way into his first NYC audition (the most adorable story every), starring in two productions of "The King and I" on Broadway, the productions of "Flower Drum Song," Spelling Bee," and his new album "Altitude."

Patty & Emily sit down with Jose Llana to talk about the shows he’s been in during his twenty year career, including The King and I, Spelling Bee, Wonderland, and Here Lies Love. Songs from many of these shows and more can be found … Continue reading →

Actor/Dancer/Singer/recording artist, Jose Llana, is finishing his reign as the King in Lincoln Center's Production of The King and I, and he will be dropping his first CD May 13th, entitled ALTITUDE. It is a wonderful mix and musical retrospective of his 20 year career as a theater artist. He sits dow for a chat on the Curtain Call with Keith Price, and they talk about everything from his life, career, music, and even diversity on the Great White Way. For all things Jose Llana: http://www.josellana.com Follow @kpcurtaincall @comedydaddy on Twitter

From the Best of State of the Arts (Originally broadcast October 23, 2014) - Broadway and London stage star Rufus Bonds, Jr. and regional Musical Theatre star Christanna Rowader discuss their careers and starring roles in 3-D Theatricals' critically acclaimed revival of Ragtime the Musical at the historic Plummer Auditorium in Fullerton, CA and the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, CA. The Live Arts Calendar features Broadway Musical Director Todd Ellison's Broadway's Greatest Hits at the Valley Performing Arts Center at Cal State Northridge starring TV's Jane Lynch, Kate Shindle, Klea Blackhurst, Mike McGowan and Jose Llana; and a call to action to assist the Dorris Place Elementary School in Los Angeles for funding of their fine arts program. Bonds and Rowader reveal awkward performance moments.

From the Best of State of the Arts (Originally broadcast October 23, 2014) - Broadway and London stage star Rufus Bonds, Jr. and regional Musical Theatre star Christanna Rowader discuss their careers and starring roles in 3-D Theatricals' critically acclaimed revival of Ragtime the Musical at the historic Plummer Auditorium in Fullerton, CA and the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, CA. The Live Arts Calendar features Broadway Musical Director Todd Ellison's Broadway's Greatest Hits at the Valley Performing Arts Center at Cal State Northridge starring TV's Jane Lynch, Kate Shindle, Klea Blackhurst, Mike McGowan and Jose Llana; and a call to action to assist the Dorris Place Elementary School in Los Angeles for funding of their fine arts program. Bonds and Rowader reveal awkward performance moments.

Broadway and London stage star Rufus Bonds, Jr. and regional Musical Theatre star Christanna Rowader discuss their careers and starring roles in 3-D Theatricals' critically acclaimed revival of Ragtime the Musical at the historic Plummer Auditorium in Fullerton, CA and the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, CA. The Live Arts Calendar features Broadway Musical Director Todd Ellison's Broadway's Greatest Hits at the Valley Performing Arts Center at Cal State Northridge starring TV's Jane Lynch, Kate Shindle, Klea Blackhurst, Mike McGowan and Jose Llana; and a call to action to assist the Dorris Place Elementary School in Los Angeles for funding of their fine arts program. Bonds and Rowader reveal awkward performance moments.

Broadway and London stage star Rufus Bonds, Jr. and regional Musical Theatre star Christanna Rowader discuss their careers and starring roles in 3-D Theatricals' critically acclaimed revival of Ragtime the Musical at the historic Plummer Auditorium in Fullerton, CA and the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center in Redondo Beach, CA. The Live Arts Calendar features Broadway Musical Director Todd Ellison's Broadway's Greatest Hits at the Valley Performing Arts Center at Cal State Northridge starring TV's Jane Lynch, Kate Shindle, Klea Blackhurst, Mike McGowan and Jose Llana; and a call to action to assist the Dorris Place Elementary School in Los Angeles for funding of their fine arts program. Bonds and Rowader reveal awkward performance moments.

Special Episode #3: After a long break, I'm back! Last month, I finally got to meet Jose Llana at, of all places, Broadway Idol. (He was there as a judge, I was a there as a screaming Alysha Umphress fan.) As we were talking, I realized that I needed him to sing this song, so I pounced. And here he is!Jose is remembered, most recently, for his portrayal of the adorable Chip Tolentino ("My Unfortunate Erection," anyone?) in the Drama Desk Award-winning original cast of the Off-Broadway/Broadway hit, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. A Broadway "veteran" at 31, he made his debut at the tender age of 19 as Lun Tha in the '96 revival of The King and I, and he's been working non-stop ever since. On Broadway, he's also appeared in Street Corner Symphony, as Angel in Rent, and as Ta, the leading man, in the '02 revival of Flower Drum Song. Add to that his stints in Off Broadway's Saturn Returns (aka Myths and Hymns) and On the Town at the Public, the National Tour of The Return of Martin Guerre, appearances on the HBO series Sex and the City and the feature film Hitch, and an eponymous solo album, Jose, that reached #2 on the charts in Manila, and you'll realize we are talking about an amazingly accomplished young guy!Jose will be singing a self-contained song I wrote this past year, "Why Can't I Kiss You?" (Recorded 10/24/07.) After having spent the preceding six months writing songs for a project that was set in the 30's, clearly I was still in the mood. As for what inspired the song, I'll never tell....But if you want to hear this and lots of other never-heard-before songs of mine, then hop on over to Birdland on November 4th at 7PM for a concert where I'll be bringing out the secret goodies, with the help of my amazing guest stars , Adinah Alexander, Donna Lynne Champlin, Laura Patinkin, David Perlman, and Alysha Umphress. Call 212 581-3080 for reservations, or get your tickets online now.