Podcasts about La Cage aux Folles

It's very timely, but it's also badly aged.  It's been adapted for the film and for the stage. And now we're looking at this tentpole of queer cinema, La Cage Aux Folles!Happy Pride.Pluggables:Émile: Stay tuned for the Not Even Podcast and for Malaika at Hear Me Out Productions (https://www.hearmeoutproductions.com/)River: @dreamsrebel on BlueSky, @punk_skeleton on Letterboxd, blog.filmlion.online, and host of The Straights Aren't AlrightMutual Aid Spotlights:Gender Justice LA (https://gjla.nationbuilder.com/)Where to donate, volunteer and get support during L.A. ICE raids protests (https://boyleheightsbeat.com/support-donate-volunteer-los-angeles-immigration-raid-protests/)Stay safe, know your rights (https://immigrantjustice.org/for-immigrants/know-your-rights/ice-encounter/)Search No Kings on GoFundMe for individual fundsSupport the showSam: @DemiSemme on YouTube, Tumblr, BlueSky, and most other social media platforms (NOT eX-Twitter). Visit our Tumblrs at sixdegreesofstarwars.tumblr.com and ier-6d.tumblr.comTheme Music provided by Refractory Period: @RefractoryPeriodTheBand on Instagram, linktr.ee/RefractoryPeriodForever Mutual Aid LinksE-Sims for Gaza: https://gazaesims.com/Click to Help: https://arab.org/click-to-help/Anti-Imperialism support for people across the world, organized by Kandakat_alhaqq: https://linktr.ee/kandakat_alhaqqCampus Bail Funds: https://campusbailfunds.com/6DOSW is a Pro-Union podcast. Please support artists by contributing to the Entertainment Community Fund if you can: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/how-get-help-and-give-help-during-work-stoppageThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

It's June and to celebrate Pride, we're going back to La Cage Aux Folles! Come for the drag and stay for the shenanigans!!

"La cage aux folles" c'est 3 films, une pièce de théâtre, une comédie musicale. Catherine Fattebert nous parle du premier film tourné en 1978 par Edouard Molinaro. Ce film est à voir sur RTS 2, ce dimanche 22 mars 2015 à 21h40 (sauf si un Suisse est qualifié pour la finale de tennis d'Indian Wells).

Nigel's guest for this episode is theatre director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell. Jerry is a powerhouse of the theatre world having delighted audiences around the globe with his work on productions like Kinky Boots, La Cage Aux Folles, Legally Blonde, The Devil Wears Prada and many more. He created and directed the saucily incredible and totally inspirational Broadway Bares, now into its fourth decade having raised millions of dollars for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. He is a married gay man currently working on shows like Boop! The Musical, Becoming Nancy and King Of Pangea. Curtains up on an icon…This series is a celebration of a beautiful queer community; people of all ages, people who have had to tread their own path to live their real truth, who have fought with their emotions and emerged victorious, who inspire, who aspire and always entertain. Hosted by Nigel May. Every episode Nigel speaks to a person from the LGBTQIA+ rainbow to hear their story; one person, one life, one conversation. And it always guarantees A Gay Old Time!Follow the podcast on Instagram @agayoldtimepodcast and on TikTok @agayoldtime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textThis episode features an interview with performer Mark Horne about his life and loves in amateur theatre, including his early days as a ‘Crescenteenie' and his membership of the Crescent Youth Theatre.Mark also tells us about his role in the Crescent Theatre's forthcoming production of [title of show], Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen's witty love-letter to musical theatre and the creative process.

Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by Tony nominee Daniel Davis. Tune in to hear some of the stories of his legendary carer, including his fateful audition for COCO, bringing Katharine Hepburn to dinner with his parents, the disagreement he had with Ian McKellen about AMADEUS, what he admired about Gavin Creel in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, competing with Roddy McDowall for the role of Niles in THE NANNY, taking inspiration from Eric Blore and Arthur Treacher, acting with Eva Le Gallienne in ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL, his unexpected Tony nomination for WRONG MOUNTAIN, the gift he got from Tom Stoppard during THE INVENTION F LOVOE, the difficulty of doing NOISES OFF at the American Airlines Theater, how Nathan Lane thought of him for THE FROGS, a full-circle moment appearing on ELSBETH, the challenge of playing Iago in OTHELLO, how he almost replaced Len Cariou in SWEENEY TODD, and so much more. Don't miss this honest conversation with a true veteran of the American stage.

durée : 00:25:49 - "La Cage aux folles", adaptation à succès à Broadway de la pièce de Jean Poiret (1983) - La Cage aux folles est une comédie musicale dont le livret a été écrit par Harvey Fierstein et les paroles et musique de Jerry Herman. Elle est adaptée de la pièce de théâtre française La Cage aux folles, écrite par Jean Poiret.

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

January 11, 2025 Running January 10th through the 25th at the Pumphouse Theatre in Calgary, Kyle reviews FRC's production of La Cage Aux Folles and considers it a faultless production we need more of. Tickets: https://www.artscommons.ca/whats-on/la-cage-aux-folles About the Show: This crowd-pleasing, rollicking and heartwarming musical about family, commitment, show biz and drag remains one of musical theatre's all-time biggest hits! After 20 years of partnered bliss, Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better or worse, get a bit of both when Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the "family business": Albin and Georges run a drag nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the star performer, "Zaza." Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results.

Discussion Opening January 11th and running through January 25th at the Pumphouse, Front Row Centre Players present La Cage Aux Folles directed by Fred Amdur. Kyle sits down with Fred to discuss how this production came to be and where it fits in the season for FRC. Tickets: https://www.artscommons.ca/whats-on/la-cage-aux-folles About the Show: This crowd-pleasing, rollicking and heartwarming musical about family, commitment, show biz and drag remains one of musical theatre's all-time biggest hits! After 20 years of partnered bliss, Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better or worse, get a bit of both when Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the "family business": Albin and Georges run a drag nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the star performer, "Zaza." Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results.

This week, Mackenzie and Scott are exploring 'King's Dilemma' as they discussion the troublesome musical comedy Victor/Victoria. Together these two unpack why some of the songs from the Oscar nominated film didn't make it into the stage show. They explore why the keys to the songs didn't quite sit right with either Julie Andrews or audiences. Plus hear how these two find correlations between this musical comedy and the Tony winning musical La Cage Aux Folles! All this and Paris by Night in this all new episode! Don't forget to leave us a review and share your thoughts on this episode on our social media pages. Follow the links below to reach our pages. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠

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Today, I'm thrilled to announce my episode with Broadway veteran Betsy Joslyn. Tune in to hear some of the stories of her legendary career, including why she crossed her eyes while singing “Green Finch and Linnet Bird” in SWEENEY TODD, preparing to go on at the last minute in THE GOODBYE GIRL, the many changes that were made to A DOLL'S LIFE, how she ended up with the final bow in INTO THE WOODS, a treasured piece of art from her time in THE FANTASTICKS, why she decided to leave the business after LES MIS, the kindness of Stacy Keach during CAMELOT, what she learned from Bernadette Peters and Angela Lansbury, playing cards during HIGH SOCIETY, her one performance in A FEW GOOD MEN, why you should never be funnier than Mel Brooks, how she convinced George Hearn to star in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, and so much more. You won't want to miss this conversation with one of Broadway's best leading ladies. 

La Cage aux Folles @ Pasadena Playhouse - 9.3 out of 10! Exceptional Show! LA Theatre Bites Recommended! www.latheatrebites.com

Welcome to another episode of The Last Show on Earth!If there was a huge asteroid hurtling toward Earth threatening to destroy life as we know it and you could see one more show before you die, what would it be? It can be anything you want - a show you've seen before, one that you wish you'd seen, or something you've made up entirely. What would be YOUR Last Show on Earth? This is the podcast in which we ask a special guest the big, BIG question that nobody ever needed (or indeed) bothered to ask. Our guest this time around is award winning playwright and director Terry Johnson.Terry began his theatre career as an actor before becoming a dramatist and a director and has written many very successful plays including Hysteria, Insignificance, Unsuitable for Adults, Hitchcock Blonde, Prism and Dead Funny and has directed shows such as One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, Death of a Salesman, Oh What A Lovely War and Uncle Vanya. He has also worked in television and film and has won numerous awards for his work including Evening Standard Awards, Critic's Circle Awards, several Oliviers and he even bagged a Tony for Best Director in 2010 for La Cage Aux Folles! His Last Show choice is unexpected and truly epic...Links:Scofield speechhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_kiITHGEM8Interviewhttps://theartsdesk.com/theatre/bald-blondes-what-makes-terry-johnson-tickJerusalem Reviewhttps://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/sep/15/jerusalem-by-alan-moore-reviewJerusalem wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerusalem_(Moore_novel)Alan Moore wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_MooreKen Campbell wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_CampbellGame for a Laughhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dPIlUNu9x0Jefferey Bernard is Unwell - full showhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6cYbZe1WYUHosted by John Owen-Jones and Alistair BrammerMusic written by John Owen-Jones & Alistair BrammerMusic performed by John Owen-Jones, Alistair Brammer and John QuirkRecorded & edited by John Owen-Jones and Alistair BrammerA 2024 John Owen-Jones Associates Productionwww.johnowenjones.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1976 - 2024 Gavin Creel received a Tony Award® for his performance as Cornelius Hackl in HELLO, DOLLY! starring Bette Midler. After making his Broadway debut originating the role of Jimmy Smith in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, for which he received his first Tony Award® nomination, Creel went on to star in the Broadway productions of HAIR (Tony Award® nomination), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, SHE LOVES ME, THE BOOK OF MORMON, and WAITRESS. Creel was among the star-studded cast of New York City Center Encores! critically acclaimed production of INTO THE WOODS starring as Wolf/Cinderella's Prince. The celebrated production transferred to Broadway where Creel reprised his role as Wolf/Cinderella's Prince opposite Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James, Joshua Henry, Julia Lester and Patina Miller.  Gavin received an Olivier Award for his portrayal of Elder Price in the London Production of THE BOOK OF MORMON and also appeared on the West End in MARY POPPINS, HAIR, and WAITRESS. This fall, Gavin brings WALK ON THROUGH: Confessions of a Museum Novice to Off-Broadway's MCC Theater for a limited run. In his theatrical songwriting debut, Gavin takes us on an intimate, relatable journey of discovery and transformation through the lens of the art at The Met Museum that captured his imagination. On television, Creel recently performed a solo PBS concert special with “Stars on Stage",” starred as Troy in Ryan Murphy's anthology series “American Horror Stories” and played Bill alongside Julie Andrews in “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmasttime.” As a songwriter, Creel is currently writing an original musical piece entitled WALK ON THROUGH, based on the collections at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The musical has been selected for the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center's 2022 National Musical Theatre Conference and the concert meets musical was highlighted in The Day. He has released three original albums: GoodTimeNation, Quiet (which landed on Billboard's “Top Heat Seekers”), Get Out, and his single “Noise” raised money and awareness for marriage equality. Creel was a co-founder of Broadway Impact, the first and only grassroots organization to mobilize the nationwide theater community in support of marriage equality. A native of Findlay, Ohio, Gavin is a proud graduate of University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance and a 2022 Fellow at the Hermitage Artist Retreat.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

originally released: June 10, 2020 Director/podcaster Robert W. Schneider is here for a musical whose legacy may be unfairly besmirched by an infamous Tony speech. Topics Include: George Hearn, staging the overture, cutting the entr'acte, and maybe revoking Rob's gay card live on the air! Featured Recording: La Cage Aux Folles - Original Cast Recording (1983) MERCH! T-shirts! Totes bags! BASEBALL SHIRTS! ETCETERA! DO YOU LIKE MOVIE MUSICALS? Join us on PATREON to get our patrons-only podcast The Original Cast at the Movies! Right now you can hear Kimberly Cooper Schmidt (The Light in the Piazza) and Jay Schmidt (The Full Monty) talk about the best mockumentary ever made This is Spin̈al Tap (1984)! Patreon • Twitter • Facebook • Email

We would hang for hours from a fly line to see this show. On the Annie to Endgame difficulty scale, this play is about as hard as La Cage Aux Folles. By Sasha Velour and Moisés Kaufman Directed by Moisés Kaufman A Co-Production With Tectonic Theater Project Radical. Magical. Unforgettable. Created by groundbreaking drag artist Sasha Velour (Smoke & Mirrors, NightGowns, The Big Reveal Live Show) and legendary theatre artist Moisés Kaufman (Here There Are Blueberries, The Laramie Project), Velour: A Drag Spectacular is a sweeping, coming-of-age tale interwoven with the radical history of drag and queer expression. Inspired by Velour's origin story as a small-town, genderfluid child turned globally-renowned drag superstar, the show unfolds through a dazzling blend of innovative projection mapping, video animation, awe-inspiring lip-sync performances, and bold personal storytelling. Known for her emotional and shocking performance art, Velour harnesses the power of drag spectacle to reveal her deepest fears (and joys) and puts them on display to immerse the audience in queer fantasia. From the often confusing yet joyous search for belonging, to the deep wells of grief that catapult us to face our inner truths, Velour: A Drag Spectacular is a tour de force, rich with humanity, beauty, and above all else – DRAG.

"We face life with a little guts and lots of glitter!" This week Kat and SLee are back and talking about the beautiful love story that is La Cage Aux Folles! Also: Kat got married! Woo!*Apologies for the poor audio quality, SLee's mic broke and we were forced to improvise. We hope you enjoy learning about the show, we loved getting to talk about it. Love you lots!*Follow us on Social Media!!@thispodwontrunaweek on instagram@thispodwontrun on twitterhttps://www.patreon.com/thispodcastwontrunaweek Hosts: Kat Shaw, @katlynwithak on all platforms SLee, @justcallmeslee on all platformsAudio Engineer: Jackson Alexander @jackshitmedia on instagram Theme Song written and performed by: Rachel Lind @rachellindnyc on instagram and @rachelglind on twitterArtwork by: Adele Simms, @artsyadele on instagramSupport the Show.

Adapted from the French smash hit of stage screen "La Cage Aux Folles," this raucous farce about two VERY different families about to join via marriage was directed by the late, great Mike Nichols who directed modern classics of various genres including The Graduate, Catch-22, Working Girl, Silkwood, and Carnal Knowledge.  It was a smash hit back in the spring of 1996 and was also one of the first Hollywood blockbusters to be lead by gay characters.  What helped was that those two leads happened to be the legendary Oscar-winning comedic superstar Robin Williams and the Tony-winning comedic mastermind Nathan Lane who play Armand and Albert who own a successful club in Miami Beach named....you guessed it...The Birdcage.  They just found out that their son Val (Dan Futterman) who just got home from college is about get married....to Barbara (Calista Flockhart) who happens to be the daughter of right-wing U.S. Senator Keeley (Oscar-winner Gene Hackman) and his equally right-wing wife played by Oscar-winner Dianne Wiest.   And GUESS who's coming to dinner in Miami Beach? :)Host & Editor: Geoff GershonProducer: Marlene Gershon Send us a Text Message.https://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

Carl Mullaney is currently playing Monsignor O'Hara in the West End revival of Sister Act at the Dominion Theatre. Based on the iconic movie, Sister Act is directed by Bill Buckhurst with choreography by Alistair David. This revival was first staged at the Eventim Apollo in 2022 ahead of launching a tour which continues to run alongside the West End production. Sister Act has original music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Glenn Slater, book by Bill and Cheri Steinkellner and additional book material by Douglas Carter Beane. Last year Carl received tremendous acclaim for his performance as Albin in the London revival of La Cage aux Folles at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre. Carl's theatre credits include: Mary Sunshine in Chicago (Adelphi, Cambridge & International Tour), Bamatabois & understudy Thenardier in Les Miserables (Sondheim, Barbican & International Tour), Booby Shevalle in Saucy Jack and the Space Vixens (Leicester Square Theatre), Man 2 in Jest End (Leicester Square Theatre), Brandi in We Raise Our Hands in The Sanctuary (Albany Theatre), General Blight in Bananaman The Musical (Southwark Playhouse), Sarah the Cook in Dick Whittington (Lyric, Hammersmith), The Diva in Frank's Closet (Hoxton Hall, Shoreditch) and Carl in Drama Queen (Unity Theatre, Liverpool). Carl works extensively as a presenter and cabaret performer. Alongside performing at countless iconic venues in his own shows and various concerts, Carl hosts Kinky Kabaret at Freedom Bar Soho and Mighty Hoopla which is the UK's biggest, queer, inclusive music festival. Recorded backstage at the Dominion Theatre, in this episode Carl discusses Sister Act rehearsal room antics, how he approached 'I Am What I Am' in La Cage aux Folles and his mindset when returning to musical theatre after a ten year hiatus... plus lots more! Sister Act runs at the Dominion Theatre until 31st August 2024. Visit www.sisteractthemusical.co.uk for info and tickets. Hosted by Andrew Tomlins  @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  Past Present FeatureA filmmaker appreciation podcast hosted by Emmy-winning director...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

June's bustin' out all over, and we're bustin' out one last classic episode before we get back to some new episodes coming later this month. And since June is Pride Month and the month of the Tony Awards, we're serving up a "two birds, one stone" situation by reairing an episode that falls squarely in both categories: La Cage aux Folles!~~~In honor of pride month, this week is a special episode focused on the franchise that began life as a landmark French boulevard stage comedy, and was then adapted into acclaimed films and musical. And even though the love story at the center of the story was between two men, it has captured the hearts of audiences from all sexual orientations. It also answers the age old question: what happens when you put the composer of Hello Dolly!, the director of West Side Story, and Edna Turnlad in a room together? The answer: Broadway magic.Rob teaches Ray about the history of Jean Poiret's play La Cage Aux Folles and its many adaptations; how competing producers (including ThWAT favorite Allan Carr) fought to secure the chance to both film and musicalize La Cage; Jerry Herman's hummable, Tony-winning score and the anthem it provided the gay rights movement; Nathan Lane's breakout movie performance; and all the ways in which this property has been and continues to be celebrated by audiences across the world.If you like what we are doing, please support us on Patreon.TEAMRay HebelRobert W. SchneiderMark SchroederBilly RecceDaniel SchwartzbergGabe CrawfordNatalie DeSaviaARTICLESEPISODE CLIPSMike Wallace The Homosexuals 1967 - YouTubeLa Cage Aux Folles (1979) movie review - Sneak Previews with Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel - YouTubeEpiphany - George Hearn (1982) - YouTubeLa Cage aux Folles 2 TrailerLa Cage aux Folles 3 Trailer"Color and Light" from Sunday in the Park with GeorgeColumbo Pilot Episode - “Prescription Murder” costarring Gene Barry - Clips - YouTubeI Am What I Am - YouTubeSong on the Sand (La Da Da Da) - YouTube

This week on Before the Downbeat, Mackenzie and Scott celebrating that the best of time is now by discussing the musical La Cage aux Folles! Together these two explore the generational divisions between the creative team that caused much friction during the creation process of this musical. They debate if Jean-Michel's big number "With Anne on My Arm" is deep and complex. Plus discover why Scott is not a fan of the opening number "We Are What We Are". All of this and a green Givenchy gown in the loo in this all new episode! Don't forget to leave us a review and share your thoughts on this episode on our social media pages. Follow the links below to reach our pages. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter

Next Friday on Before the Downbeat Mackenzie and Scott head down to the "jewel" of the Riviera to discuss the musical La Cage aux Folles! Hear them debate if this musical should have won Best Musical at the Tony Awards over the Sondheim musical 'Sunday in the Park with George'. They breakdown the conflicts that arose between the creative team about how to tackle the LGTQIA+ representation in this piece. Plus they discuss whether or not this musical gives Jean-Michel a proper resolution with Albin. All of this and some girdles and jocks on next Friday's all new episode! Don't forget to leave us a review and share your thoughts on this episode on our social media pages. Follow the links below to reach our pages. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Bryan Batt, Award-Winning Actor, Co-Star, “Mad Men” About Harvey's guest: Today's special guest, Bryan Batt, is an award-winning actor, author and businessman who is perhaps best known for his portrayal of the closeted art director Sal Romano on the mega hit TV series, “Mad Men”, for which he won 2 Screen Actors Guild Awards along with his fellow castmates for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.    But he's done much, much more than that.   On Broadway, he's appeared in many shows including “Cats”, “Starlight Express”, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, “Beauty and the Beast”, “Sunset Boulevard”, “Saturday Night Fever”, “Seussical”, “The Scarlet Pimpernel” and “La Cage Aux Folles”.    On the big screen, you've seen him in “Jeffrey”, “Funny People”, “Brawler”, “B-Side”, “12 Years a Slave”, “Parkland”, “The Runner”, “LBJ”, “American Reject”, “High Tide”, “Easy Does It”, and many more movies.  He also starred in the highly acclaimed short film, “The Palooka”, for which he earned 2 Best Actor Award nominations from the Massachusetts Independent Film Festival.   And on TV, besides his memorable performance in “Mad Men”, he's appeared in dozens of shows including “Ghost Whisperer”, “Ugly Betty”, “Law & Order: Criminal Intent”, “NCIS”, “Scream: The TV Series”, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “East Siders” and many more.   He's also written 3 bestselling books: a fascinating memoir entitled “She Ain't Heavy, She's My Mother”, “Big, Easy Style: Creating Rooms You Love to Live In”, which is a beautiful book about interior design and home décor, and “Pontchartrain Beach: A Family Affair”, about the famous New Orleans amusement park founded by his grandfather.  And if all of that weren't enough, our guest and his husband Tom are the owners of an extremely popular home furnishings and gift shop in New Orleans, called “Hazelnut”.    Our guest is passionate in his support of charities and civic organizations in New York City and New Orleans, especially his more than 30-year relationship with Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.   He's a recipient of the Isidore Newman Distinguished Alumnus Award, and on April the 13th, he will be the honoree at the New Orleans Film Society Gala.   For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To learn more about Bryan Batt, go to:https://www.facebook.com/bryan.batt.1/ https://www.instagram.com/bryan_batt/https://hazelnutneworleans.com/ https://twitter.com/Bryan_Batt  #BryanBatt   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

Music Theatre of Connecticut will welcome Norwalk, CT native & Tony nominee, Robin de Jesús in his cabaret show, Getting Started. Get to know how Robin's childhood love for golden era Broadway shaped him and how he chooses sanity in today's mad world. Packed with personal stories, Broadway AND pop music that'll leave you thinking you just had a first date. Getting Started is a one night only event on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 at 8:00pm.Robin De Jesús, a three-time Tony Award-nominated actor, recently portrayed "Ray Colon" in HULU's WELCOME TO CHIPPENDALES alongside Kumail Nanjiani. He gained recognition for his role in the Netflix adaptation of TICK, TICK....BOOM! (2021), directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda, starring opposite Andrew Garfield. Robin also starred in the Ryan Murphy-produced Netflix film, THE BOYS IN THE BAND (2020), reprising his Tony-nominated role. Additionally, he played "George" in the acclaimed indie film MILKWATER (Brooklyn Film Festival 2020) and earned his first major film role in the cult-classic feature CAMP (2003). On Broadway, Robin showcased his talent in productions like RENT, IN THE HEIGHTS (earning his first Tony nomination), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (his second nomination), WICKED, and THE BOYS IN THE BAND (resulting in his third nomination). His extensive theater credits include various roles in productions such as GREASE, GODSPELL, A VERY OLD MAN WITH ENORMOUS WINGS, ALADDIN, MALPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT, ZORBA MUSICALS IN MUFTI, PATTI ISSUES, DOMESTICATED, and HOMOS OR EVERYONE IN AMERICA. Robin's presence extends to feature films and television with projects like HAIR BRAINED (2013), GUN HILL ROAD (2011), HOW TO MAKE IT IN AMERICA (2010), and a recurring role as "Jose Silva" on LAW & ORDER: SVU.For tickets and more info log onto :https://www.musictheatreofct.comINFO & TIX: https://www.musictheatreofct.com/getting-started

Super excited to announce new guest, Cody Smith, to The Story!Cody Smith is a performer, director and choreographer hailing from Lancaster, PA. He was a dancer/swing in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular in New York for 18 years. He has toured with the Christmas Spectacular and with Beauty and the Beast. Other New York performance credits include: ABC Daytime Salutes Broadway concert (4 years), School Daze at the New York Musical Theatre Festival, and a guest artist with the Synthesis Dance Project.He has also performed regionally in Brigadoon at the Marriott Theater in Chicago and in many productions at the Fulton Theatre in Lancaster. Those credits include: Brigadoon, Hello Dolly!, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, A Chorus Line, Joseph, The Little Mermaid, Anne of Green Gables, Shrek, Newsies, Pinnochio, Sleeping Beauty, A Christmas Carol.Cody was the director of the Hempfield Dance Theatre program for many years. He has choreographed Guys and Dolls, Big, The Musical, and Shrek for the Fulton Theater as well as direct Aladdin.Further, he has directed/choreographed numerous shows for Ephrata Performing Arts Center, the Hempfield Music program, Ephrata HS, Cedar Crest HS, the Cobalt Dance Company, and Rev9 Dance Company. His EPAC credits include: Legally Blonde (2014), Xanadu (2012), 13 the Musical (2011), Equus (2011), Altar Boyz (2009), Bat Boy (2004), Sweet Charity (2004), Cabaret (2003), Follies (2003), Chicago (2002), Kiss Me Kate (2001), Oklahoma (2001), Rocky Horror Show (2001), Assassins (2000), La Cage Aux Folles (1999). Cody is a member of Actors' Equity and the American Guild of Variety Artists.Find The Story Podcast here: coryrosenproductions.com/podcastsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-story/donations

Austin and Tim time travel to Halloween Night in 1979 watching 5 flicks: LIFE OF BRIAN, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, TIME AFTER TIME, DRACULA, and NOSFERATU THE VAMPYRE

Hosted by Nigel May, whose guest today is John Partridge, one of the UK's busiest and most popular actors. As well as a star of stage and screen, he has also released his own music, acted as a telly judge, and starred in many a reality TV show, including his victory on Celebrity Masterchef and his turn on Celebrity Big Brother. On TV he is best known for his portrayal of Christian Clarke in EastEnders, an openly homosexual character who was an inspiration to many. He was once named Entertainer Of The Year at the Stonewall Awards. He has toured theatrically in many a much loved production including Cats, Cabaret, La Cage Aux Folles and Everybody's Talking About Jamie…. John is openly gay. This series is a celebration of a beautiful queer community; people of all ages, people who have had to tread their own path to live their real truth, who have fought with their emotions and emerged victorious, who inspire, who aspire and always entertain.Every week, I'll speak to a person from the LGBTQ+ rainbow to hear their story; one person, one life, one conversation. And I'll guarantee, a Gay Old Time!Follow us on instagram @agayoldtimepodcast Produced by Pineapple Audio Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gypsy Haake who became known as just “Gypsy” became a Hollywood star. He was featured in over 118 shows both in films TV and on stage. This is an incredible podcast about Gypsy who is now 91 years old and served as the Master of Ceremonies for the Palm Springs gay pride parade. Gypsy, who worked with numerous Hollywood stars such as Mel Brooks and his wife Ann Bancroft, Lana Turner, Lucille Ball, Jane Fonda, and also from 2017 to 2018 Miley Cyrus where he filmed a video with her and also did the VMA awards. He traveled all of the world and is known as his work in LA Cage Aux Folles in Hollywood before it became a movie. Most of the above stars saw Gypsy perform as the Masters of Ceremonies at the dinner theatre. Gypsy, will talk about experiencing the aids crisis, the Stonewall  riots in 1969 and the courage he had to get through those. He will also talk about his personal life as a gay man and some incredible lessons of acceptance for who you are such as  when you look at the person in the mirror and you love the person in the mirror you have total acceptance of who you are, you will not be rejected . You may be rejected by others, but you are accepted by you. Gypsy said remember acceptance is the opposite of rejection. All of us can learn some incredible examples from the lessons Gypsy gives us.

“Life's not worth a damn 'til you can shout out: I AM WHAT I AM!” Queer showbiz siblings Kristen and Sarah Goodman take a deep dive into Jerry Herman's 1983 hit Broadway musical, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES in this first episode of THE QUEER SERIES. Special guest T. Oliver Reid “spills the T” about backstage drama, self-care as a performer, and building equity on Broadway.  Good Show Instagram: @goodshowpodcast  Good Show Tik Tok: @goodshowpodcast   T. Oliver Reid Facebook / Instagram / X: @toliverreid  blacktheatrecoalition.org broadwaycares.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy National Coming Out Day, from GOOD SHOW! We're here. We're queer. Get used to listening to your new favorite musical theater podcast because we're getting ready to launch six new episodes! Showbiz siblings Kristen and Sarah Goodman are proud to announce the second series of the pod: THE QUEER SERIES featuring LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, FALSETTOS, RENT, VICTOR/VICTORIA, FUN HOME, and THE PROM! This isn't just a phase, folx. We're hella gay, and we love Broadway! Follow us on Instagram @goodshowpodcast and TIkTok @goodshowpodcast for announcements about our celebrity special guests and when these new episodes will be coming out of the closet and onto your playlist. Cheers for Queers! Posted on October 11th, 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marc MacNamara is on location with NakedSword in Scotland, John Hill is sitting in front of his new limewashed walls, and we're all ready for a brand new episode of DISCRETION ADVISED! Strap in and strap on as they spill on being second row at Janelle Monáe, mean TikTok comments, Humunga Kowabunga, Marc's new movie, John's upcoming live shows, and some European geography questions that are honestly too confusing to even explain here. John's mother and entertainment icon Harvey Fierstein then comes on the pod to chit-chat about everything from his time in HAIRSPRAY with John to all the bed bugs in Paris, $18,000 quilts, gender identity, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, where he keeps all his Tony Awards, and preferred plotlines in adult videos. Then, season one AMERICAN IDOL contestant Jim Verraros hops in to dish all about his new single, why he was told not to come out of the closet on IDOL, and if anyone was a diva during that season one IDOL tour. To close out, Marc and John are both listing their all-time favorite comebacks after talking to upcoming NakedSword Originals actor Jonas Jackson about all his near-death experiences and his recent shoot with Marc.  Official Merch – FalconMerchShop.com Watch on YouTube – @DiscAdPod John's 10/12 San Francisco Show – Tickets John's 10/26 New Orleans Show – Tickets  Follow on TikTok – @DiscAdPod Follow on Instagram – @DiscAdPod Follow on Twitter – @DiscAdPod Official Website – DiscAdPod.com Talk to us – ask@DiscAdPod.com

Irene gabs away with the multi-talented Tracey Power, live from her current Directing contract in Alberta, BC! Tracey has incredible career all over Canada working as an Actress, a Director, a Choreographer, a Producer and she is a published Writer and Creator of multiple published Plays| She is an award winner and a multi nominee from the Jessie Richardson Awards, the Ovation Awards and the Sterling Haynes Awards. Her last name says it all, POWER!!  Her Plays have been produced and performed in multiple Theatre companies all across Canada and Tracey is in demand both on and off the stage, infront of the camera, and at the helm directing and choreographing musicals as well as her new works across BC.  Hit shows, like "Chelesea Hotel", "Glory", "Miss Shekespeare", "The Jungle Book", and she is currently on tour with her latest collaboration "Hey Viola", and "Chelsea Hotel" is being performed again at the Firehall Arts Centre in February 2024!  Tracey's last show "The Prom" just closed after a successful summer run at Theatre Under the Stars, and she is opening her next show as we speak at the Mayfield Theatre! While Tracey is dominating the Theatre industry with her work she is also performing keeping busy as an actress in such shows as "Ubuntu", "Urinetown", "Les Miserables", "The Wizard of Oz", "La Cage Aux Folles", and multiple roles for Hallmark, Lifetime and the CW Networks.  Like I said her last name says it all Power!!  She's a power house and an amazing woman who brings her positive and warm energy to the workroom, her freindships and any company she is working with making her one of Canadas in demand Artists in all mediums and soon enough we will see her transition her creations from the stage to the screen!!!  ALIST!!!! To BOOK Tracey for her Acting, Directing, Choreographing and Writing skills please contact her Agent Lisa King, at King Talent Inc. To learn more about Tracey and see her upcoming projects please visit her Social Media platforms on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and her personal website at www.traceypower.ca.  Join me in celebrating my friend, Tracey Power!! #ilo_artistseries

Get ready for a delectable journey into the world of pure imagination as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – The Musical embarks on its highly anticipated first-ever UK & Ireland Tour. This iconic tale of young golden ticket winner Charlie Bucket and the enigmatic confectionary wizard Willy Wonka is set to dazzle audiences across the country. In this episode, we're bringing you exclusive insights into the production, including an interview with the talented actor Gareth Snook, who takes on the iconic role of Willy Wonka. Discover the magic behind the scenes as we explore the creative process and the excitement of taking this beloved story on the road. But the theatrical excitement doesn't stop there! Regent's Park is hosting a glorious musical revival of Jerry Hermanand Harvey Fierstein's classic La Cage aux Folles. This wonderfully powerful production reminds us that "the best of times are now." Join Georges, Albin, and their son Jean-Michel as they rediscover the true meaning of family and the sacrifices made for the ones they love. With lead actor Carl Mullaney delivering a perfect rendition of "I Am What I Am," this revival promises to be a show-stopping experience you won't want to miss. One couple's ruthless quest for power turns nature upside down as Shakespeare's bloody tragedy Macbethconsumes the Globe Theatre in a ‘powerful… striking' ★★★★ (The Guardian) production. On his return from war, three strange men offer Macbeth the prospect of ultimate control. Desperate for a new future, he and his wife set out to make it a reality with devastating costs. Following 2022's ‘mesmerising' ★★★★★ (WhatsOnStage) The Merchant of Venice in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, Director Abigail Graham debuts in the Globe Theatre with Shakespeare's epic tale, exploring the impact and exploitation of unexpressed grief. Join us as we dive into these captivating productions, providing you with in-depth insights, interviews, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world of theatre. Whether you're a fan of classic tales, heart-warming musicals, or Shakespearean tragedies, this episode promises to be a theatrical delight that will leave you eagerly anticipating your next trip to the theatre.

György Ligeti: on the 100th anniversary of his birth, we celebrate the Hungarian-Austrian composer and the 2023 Proms performances of his work - music which was famously used by filmmaker Stanley Kubrick in The Shining and A Space Odyssey. Pianist Danny Driver, and music critic, author and librettist Jessica Duchen join Tom to discuss. Plus we review La Cage Aux Folles - the musical story of a gay couple running a drag nightclub, and new Italian film L'immensita, starring Penelope Cruz - about a young girl in 70s Rome who yearns to be a boy, Our reviewers are theatre critic David Benedict, and writer, editor and podcaster Thea Lenarduzzi. Presenter: Tom Sutcliffe Producer: Emma Wallace

Director William J. Stribling saw THE BIRDCAGE as a 7 or 8 year old, and it instantly became his favorite, watched on repeat. At its center is director and drag club owner Armand Goldman (or is it Coleman?), played by the incomparable Robin Williams. Decades later, Will is a comedy director himself, whose latest film (full disclosure: it was written by this show's producer, Marissa) is THE MIRROR GAME.After this conversation, Jordan has one quick thing about another director: past guest Christopher Landon!Watch THE MIRROR GAME on Tubi, Amazon, or YouTube.***With Jordan Crucchiola and William J. Stribling

Gavin Creel received a Tony Award® for his performance as Cornelius Hackl in HELLO, DOLLY! starring Bette Midler. After making his Broadway debut originating the role of Jimmy Smith in THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, for which he received his first Tony Award® nomination, Creel went on to star in the Broadway productions of HAIR (Tony Award® nomination), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, SHE LOVES ME, THE BOOK OF MORMON, and WAITRESS. Creel was among the star-studded cast of New York City Center Encores! critically acclaimed production of INTO THE WOODS starring as Wolf/Cinderella's Prince. The celebrated production transferred to Broadway where Creel reprised his role as Wolf/Cinderella's Prince opposite Sara Bareilles, Brian d'Arcy James, Joshua Henry, Julia Lester and Patina Miller.  Gavin received an Olivier Award for his portrayal of Elder Price in the London Production of THE BOOK OF MORMON and also appeared on the West End in MARY POPPINS, HAIR, and WAITRESS. This fall, Gavin brings WALK ON THROUGH: Confessions of a Museum Novice to Off-Broadway's MCC Theater for a limited run. In his theatrical songwriting debut, Gavin takes us on an intimate, relatable journey of discovery and transformation through the lens of the art at The Met Museum that captured his imagination. On television, Creel recently performed a solo PBS concert special with “Stars on Stage",” starred as Troy in Ryan Murphy's anthology series “American Horror Stories” and played Bill alongside Julie Andrews in “Eloise at the Plaza” and “Eloise at Christmasttime.” As a songwriter, Creel is currently writing an original musical piece entitled WALK ON THROUGH, based on the collections at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The musical has been selected for the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center's 2022 National Musical Theatre Conference and the concert meets musical was highlighted in The Day. He has released three original albums: GoodTimeNation, Quiet (which landed on Billboard's “Top Heat Seekers”), Get Out, and his single “Noise” raised money and awareness for marriage equality. Creel was a co-founder of Broadway Impact, the first and only grassroots organization to mobilize the nationwide theater community in support of marriage equality. A native of Findlay, Ohio, Gavin is a proud graduate of University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance and a 2022 Fellow at the Hermitage Artist Retreat.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three-time Tony Award Winner, including this year's Isabelle Stevenson Award. Jerry Mitchell is a titan of the Broadway community from both his onstage and offstage efforts of influencing the future of Broadway. Jerry Mitchell has directed, choreographed, produced, or performed in some of Broadway's biggest shows such as Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, On Your Feet, Pretty Woman, La Cage Aux Folles, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Gypsy, Hairspray, and MANY MANY more. Jerry has accomplished it all, wearing many hats. If you're a performer this episode is for you as Mitchell gives his best audition advice, if you want to be a producer he will inspire you to create your own thing, a director/choreographer he gives some of the best insight into how it works and what inspires him. His efforts in raising money for Broadway's most beloved organization Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids will be remembered forever. Jerry Mitchell brilliantly combines his love of being a director, choreographer, producer, and performer and put it all together creating Broadway's most thrilling annual event, Broadway Bares. Curtain up, Jerry Mitchell Connect with Jerry Mitchell on Instagram: @jammyprod Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan and Brooke are rejoined by film and TV professor Kyle Stevens for Mike Nichols' 1996 masterpiece. Is this the best ratio of jokes per minute ever put to screen? How is every performance so pitch-perfect? How did Nichols & May's backgrounds inform the American adaptation? And why wasn't Nathan Lane immediately given an Oscar for this?Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jordan's Letterboxd / Brooke's Letterboxd)Follow Kyle on Twitter, and check out Mike Nichols: Sex, Language, and the Reinvention of Psychological RealismIn celebration of Pride Month, support Colage alongside us! 

This is a special Encore Episode in celebration of PRIDE month. The Stonewall Rebellion in 1969 thrust the issue of Gay Rights into the mainstream and as a result, during the 1970s queer people became “out, loud, and proud” in significant numbers. In fact, all of the progressive and disruptive social movements of the 1960s & 70s — Civil Rights, Women's Liberation, Black Power, Anti-War — had significant impacts on Broadway and were vibrantly reflected back into the culture by the hit musicals of the era in both subtle and overt ways. So, it makes sense that this new LGBTQ+ visibility and joyous feeling of liberation would also have a major impact on Broadway where queer people have alway been present in large numbers, including its highest levels of leadership.  In this episode I explore the sudden and significant wave openly queer content on Broadway in groundbreaking shows such as Hair, Coco, Applause, Seesaw, A Chorus Line, La Cage Aux Folles, and Falsettos. The positive impact that these widely seen musicals had on gay liberation — especially the mega-hit A Chorus Line — should not be underestimated! I also relate the devastating effect that the AIDS Crisis had on Broadway during the 1980s & 90s, when an entire generation of Broadway directors, choreographers, composers, lyricists, bookwriters, and other other creative talent was eliminated or sidelined by the disease.  AIDS also claimed the lives of hundreds of actors, singers, musicians, stage managers, production assistants, and designers — as well as scores of dancers that had been trained by Bennett, Fosse, Champion, and Tune and who might have become influential directors and/or choreographers themselves. The devastation of AIDS opened the door to the “British Invasion” that would soon dominate Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disaffected fan favorite George Zamarripa joins Josh to talk about how a woke theater company in Denver made playing in La Cage Aux Folles a bloody nightmare. This is Part I of a two-part episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of pride month, this week is a special episode focused on the franchise that began life as a landmark French boulevard stage comedy, and was then adapted into acclaimed films and musical. And even though the love story at the center of the story was between two men, it has captured the hearts of audiences from all sexual orientations. It also answers the age old question: what happens when you put the composer of Hello Dolly!, the director of West Side Story, and Edna Turnlad in a room together? The answer: Broadway magic.Rob teaches Ray about the history of Jean Poiret's play La Cage Aux Folles and its many adaptations; how competing producers (including ThWAT favorite Allan Carr) fought to secure the chance to both film and musicalize La Cage; Jerry Herman's hummable, Tony-winning score and the anthem it provided the gay rights movement; Nathan Lane's breakout movie performance; and all the ways in which this property has been and continues to be celebrated by audiences across the world.If you like what we are doing, please support us on Patreon.TEAMRay HebelRobert W. SchneiderMark SchroederBilly RecceDaniel SchwartzbergGabe CrawfordNatalie DeSaviaARTICLESEPISODE CLIPSMike Wallace The Homosexuals 1967 - YouTubeLa Cage Aux Folles (1979) movie review - Sneak Previews with Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel - YouTubeEpiphany - George Hearn (1982) - YouTubeLa Cage aux Folles 2 TrailerLa Cage aux Folles 3 Trailer"Color and Light" from Sunday in the Park with GeorgeColumbo Pilot Episode - “Prescription Murder” costarring Gene Barry - Clips - YouTubeI Am What I Am - YouTubeSong on the Sand (La Da Da Da) - YouTubeI Am What I Am - Official Gay Anthem For The World - Gloria Gaynor - YouTubeThe Best of Times - YouTube

Is there anything better than two powerhouse vocalists belting dynamically, and ringing sweet harmonies all while telling an entertaining story? In this episode, hosts⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ben Cameron ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Asmeret Ghebremichael⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ continue counting down each of their top 10 favorite musical theatre duets of all time. Plus, Ben and As are joined by 3-time Tony nominated actor, Robin de Jesús (In the Heights, The Boys in the Band, La Cage Aux Folles), who shares his top 5 favorite musical theatre duets of all time. Do you want to have ⁠⁠⁠⁠access ⁠⁠⁠⁠to even more razzly-dazzly exclusive bonus episodes, be a part of a private group of theatre obsessed peeps just like you, and chat directly with Ben and Asmeret? It's super simple! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join our Patreon Family! Follow us on the socials ⁠@theatrecountdown

Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Jerry Mitchell, Multi-Award Winning Director and Choreographer, Author, “Backstage Pass” About Harvey's guest: Today's guest, Jerry Mitchell, is a multi-award winning director and choreographer who's brought us some of the most beloved and iconic musicals in the past 40 years.   After dancing in Broadway shows including “Will Rogers Follies”, “Brigadoon” and “On Your Toes”, he's gone on to choreograph dozens of shows on Broadway, in London's West End, and for touring productions.  He choreographed the world premiere of the musical “Jeckyll & Hyde”.  He was the choreographer for many Broadway shows including “The Full Monty”, “Hairspray”, “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”, “Legally Blonde”, “Pretty Woman: The Musical”, and “Kinky Boots” and “On Your Feet”, which he also directed.   He choreographed the Broadway revivals of “Grease”, “You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown”, “The Rocky Horror Show”, “Gypsy”, and “La Cage Aux Folles”.  He's been nominated for 8 Tony Awards and won 2 for Best Choreography, for “Kinky Boots”, and “La Cage Aux Folles”, for which he also won a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award.    He's also received 4 Laurence Olivier Award nominations, 6 more Drama Desk Award nominations, and 3 more Outer Circle Award nominations.  In addition to his work in the theatre, our guest directed the movie versions of “Kinky Boots:  The Musical” and “Legally Blonde: The Musical”.   He was also the choreographer for a number of movies including “Scent of a Woman”, “In & Out”, “The Object of My Affection”, “One True Thing”, and “Hedwig and the Angry Inch”.  On TV, he's choreographed numerous shows including the 2004 Tony Awards, the 2016 live performance of “Hairspray”, and he got an Emmy Award nomination and WON an American Choreography Award for his work on “The Drew Carey Show”.    In Las Vegas, he created, directed and choreographed “Peep Show”, the longest-running live show at Planet Hollywood.    And on top of ALL THAT, this incredibly generous man created, and for many years directed, the hugely popular annual “Broadway Bares” burlesque and comedy extravaganza, for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, a vitally important fundraising organization within the theatre community, that has raised over 25 million dollars for AIDS related causes across America.   If you're not familiar with “Broadway Bares”, you MUST GET our guest's wonderful book about this annual show, entitled “Backstage Pass”.    AND, in recognition of his dedication and contributions to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, as well as his 3 decades of volunteer service through the arts, our guest will be receiving the prestigious Isabelle Stevenson Award at the upcoming Tony Awards on June 11.    For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com/ To see more about Jerry Mitchell, go to:https://www.facebook.com/jammyprod/https://www.instagram.com/jammyprod/https://www.tiktok.com/@jammyprod #JerryMitchell   #harveybrownstoneinterviews

We're talking about a French, gay family comedy so why not invite our friends from the horror podcast Chainsaws & Claws on? Patrick Bartlett and Robb Antequera join us to discuss Eduoard Molinaro's La Cage aux Folles (1978). Follow the Cult Movies Podcast on Twitter and Instagram Support the show on Patreon Follow Chainsaws & Claws on Twitter and Instagram Follow Patrick on Twitter and Instagram Follow Robb on Twitter Follow Kristin on Twitter Follow Anthony on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd

Book Vs. Movie: La Cage Aux Folles & The BirdcageThe Original Film and Broadway Musical Vs. the 1996 FilmThe “Month of Musicals” continues with the 1996 film The Birdcage, which took its influence from the play turned into Broadway musical La Cage Aux Folles. The original 1973 french play takes place in Saint-Tropez, where a gay couple meets an ultra-conservative family member. It was a huge hit in Paris, playing for over a year in 1973, and was made into a film in 1978. Originally written by Jean Poiret, the original played in Paris for over 1800 performances with Poiret and Michell Serrault as the leads Georges and Albin, aka “Zaza.” The 1978 film had Italian actor Ugo Tognazzi as the lead playing Renato Baldi to Serrault's Albin. It played to art houses across America. Poiret wanted to film the American version of the film, so he refused to sell the rights to the play but had no problem selling it as a musical. Grease producer Allan Carr helped bring the project to Broadway as a musical, with Harvey Fierstein writing the book. Jerry Herman (Hello Dolly & Mame) was a revered lyricist and songwriter who provided the music. Director Arthur Laurents helped to make the 1983 production a massive success, with the song “I Am What I Am” becoming a gay anthem. It's important to remember what the culture was like in 1984, and having a gay married couple running a drag nightclub being the protagonists was a huge deal in the Queer community. The idea that 40 years later, we have to fight ugly stereotypes about gay people and drag culture is dispiriting, but we are allies who will sing the work's praises. AND point out the hypocrisy happening in the news cycles today. The original production won the 1984 Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Book, Best Original Score, and in 2004, Best Revival of a Musical. (And in 2010 as well!) No less than comedy powerhouses Elaine May and Mike Nichols wrote and directed the 1996 filmed nonmusical adaptation, which stars Robin Williams and Nathan Lane as Arman and Albert Goldman. They run the most popular club in Miami and live with their housekeeper Agador (Hank Azaria). Their son Val (ugh--this character is the one bad spot in an otherwise joyous film) wants to marry his college girlfriend. Still, her parents are conservatives who fear his senate run will be badly affected by being associated with “that lifestyle.” (Some of this is dated and distressingly familiar.)Which did we like better between the previous versions of the story and the 1996 film? In this ep the Margos discuss:The backstory of La Cage Aux FollesThe era of the 80s and how gay people were played in pop cultureThe work of Nichols & MayThe cast of the 1996 Movie: Robin Williams (Armand,) Nathan Lane (Albert,) Gene Hackman (Senator Kevin Keeley,) Dianne Weist (Louise Keeley,) Dan Futterman (Val Goldman,) Calista Flockhart (Barbara Keeley,) Hank Aazaria (Agador Spartacus,) and Christine Baranski as Katharine Archer.The cast of the original Broadway show: George Hearn (Albin,) Gene Barry (Georges,) and John Weiner as Jean Michel.Clips used:Albert rehearses with ArmandThe Birdcage 1996 trailer George Hearn 1984 Tony Awards Awards “I Am What I Am”Albert rehearses with his “love goddess.”“Mrs. Coleman” shows upMusic: The Goldman Girls We Are Family Book Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page to help support the show! https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.comEmail us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. @BrooklynMargo www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.comMargo P. @ShesNachoMama https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine

Happy Black History Month! Broadway star T. Oliver Reid joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss the art of listening to others, advice for actors, co-founding The Black Theatre Coalition and much more. Today's guest is Performer, Director, Producer, Teacher, Activist and, overall, Broadway sensation Timothy Oliver Reid. Timothy or T. has spent the past 20 years working on Broadway in acclaimed musicals like Once On This Island, Sunset Boulevard, After Midnight, Sister Act, Mary Poppins, The Wedding Singer; Chicago, La Cage Aux Folles, Never Gonna Dance, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Follies, Kiss Me, Kate, and Hadestown. T. is also an accomplished cabaret artist and multiple award winner for his solo show, “Drop Me Off In Harlem” which he directed, wrote, and starred in. He has produced and directed concerts for iconic places like Feinstein's 54 Below. In addition, he has a glittering breadth of film and television work, as well. Most recently choreographing for films like Netflix's White Noise and the rom-com Bros.  Most importantly, T. gives back. He is a co-founder and artistic director for the Black Theatre Coalition, which aims to remove the “ILLUSION OF INCLUSION” in the American Theatre, by building a sustainable ethical roadmap that will increase employment opportunities for Black theatre professionals. He is also a regarded teacher and on faculty at Rider University, NYU-Tisch's Grad Acting Program, and Columbia University School of the Arts' Grad Acting program. He also sits on the Board of Visitors for the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.  Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Timothy @toliverreid Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harvey Fierstein first questioned his gender when he was 7 years old. The Tony-award-winning playwright behind Broadway hits including "Kinky Boots" and "Newsies" recounts the story in his new memoir, "I Was Better Last Night."Fierstein brought queer characters to the stage and screen. He won Tonys for "Torch Song Trilogy" and "La Cage Aux Folles," both of which he wrote. The shows, which premiered in the 1980s, introduced gay relationships and characters to Broadway audiences.Off-stage, Fierstein was living through the AIDS epidemic, a harrowing and tragic experience that led to him turning away from show business and towards substance abuse.We talk to Fierstein about his career and take questions from you.Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.