Podcasts about Lesli Margherita

Listen: Lauren Class Schneider talks to Lesli Margherita, originating the role of Tessie Tura in the current revival of “Gypsy” at the Majestic Theater. “Class Notes” actively covers New York's current theater season on, off, and off-offBroadway. GYPSY – Mylinda Hull, Joy Woods, Lesli Margherita & Lili Thomas – Photo read more The post Class Notes: Leslie Margherita “Gypsy” appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Dylan and Connor are joined by Olivier Award-winner Lesli Margherita (Gypsy, Matilda). The Queen has arrived, y'all. Lesli is starring in Gypsy on Broadway, where she's making audiences hoot, holler, and gag eight shows a week as Tessie Tura. Hear about the twins' experience at the show, Lesli's personal history with it, and how she took a “big swing” to get George C. Wolfe to notice her self tape audition. Everyone loves Queen Lesli and you're going to fall even deeper for this diva. Hear about her love of Star Wars (Storm Troopers and light sabers at her wedding? Hello!), how she keeps herself busy during act one of Gypsy, and her dreamy West End theatre experience in Zorro. Did we mention she won an Olivier? She gushes over co-stars Audra McDonald and Danny Burstein, shares tales from Matilda's innovative transfer from London, and reflects on her most cherished theatrical experiences… which you'll have to listen to find out about. Stick around for RuPaul's Drag Race chatter, TikTok hackings, Bad Sisters and Summer House, and MORE. You cannot miss Lesli as Tessie Tura. You'll regret it for the rest of your LIFE. Let us entertain you!Follow Lesli on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Check out this insightful chat with Steve Picataggio!Episode Highlights:* Early Inspirations: Find out how Steve's older brother got him hooked on drumming.* Jazz and Beyond: Learn how Steve expanded his musical tastes from pure jazz to include pop-punk and Broadway tunes.* Starting Out: Hear about Steve's first drumming experiences, including summer music camp and high school bands.* Making It in NYC: Get tips on navigating the New York music scene, from taking the subway with drums to finding the right gigs.* Balancing Act: Steve talks about juggling his professional music career with personal enjoyment and family time.* Theater Drumming: Discover what it's like to play in cabaret gigs, jazz bands, and touring shows like Four Phantoms and Wicked Divas.* Touring Tips: Steve shares practical advice for drummers on the road, including packing smart and staying organized.Take some time out to hear Steve Picataggio's inspiring journey and get practical tips for making it as a theater drummer. This episode is full of great stories and useful advice that you won't want to miss!Broadway Drumming 101 is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Steve Picataggio is a professional drummer and educator in New York City from Coral Springs, Florida. From the age of ten, Steve immersed himself in classical percussion, marching drumlines, pit orchestras and big band jazz ensembles. He then made the commitment to study with world-renown jazz drummer Danny Gottlieb at the University of North Florida. There he had the opportunity to learn the extensive hand techniques originated by Joe Morello. He focused on the history of jazz drummers, most notably Mel Lewis and his influence on big band drumming. As well as the drummers of Count Basie and gravitated towards small group drummers such as Shelly Manne, Philly Joe Jones, Jimmy Cobb, Ben Riley and Ed Thigpen. During his time in Jacksonville, Steve met Ulysses Owens Jr. a native Floridian and NYC based jazz drummer. For five years Owens mentored Steve on drums and the music industry. Under Ulysses' guidance, Steve expanded his musical knowledge and mindset and was given the tools required to be a successful musician in New York.This mentorship jump started Steve's journey to New York City in 2011, where he studied with Billy Drummond at New York University Steinhardt School of Music while pursuing his Master's Degree in Jazz Performance. After graduating from NYU in 2013, Steve Picataggio began a professional career as a bandleader and sideman. He has performed at The Blue Note Jazz Club, Birdland, The Kitano, The Bar Next Door and Feinstein's 54 Below. His debut record Two Feet on the Ground features original compositions and arrangements and is available on iTunes and CD Baby. He performs regularly in New York with jazz and Broadway singers, straight ahead jazz small groups, big bands, cabaret, and musical theatre shows. Steve has also toured the US performing with the jazz group The Hot Sardines.In 2018, Steve began playing drums for Suzi Shelton, an award winning children's music singer/songwriter. Performances include Outreach morning concerts for the Brooklyn Public Schools, Fort Greene Music Festival, Madison Square Park Summer Festival, Brookfield Place and The Levitt Pavilion in Westport, Connecticut. He also played in Suzi's band for a performance and interview on Kids Place Live at the Sirius XM Radio Studios in Washington, DC. Steve has been the drummer for Broadway's Lesli Margherita since 2013 and appears on her record Rule Your Kingdom: Live at 54 Below (Broadway Records), All Hail The Queen (Feinstein's 54 Below) and Broad (Birdland Jazz Club).  He also plays drums for Wicked Divas, a cabaret show featuring current and former actors from Wicked.He has played the Off-Broadway shows Under The Bodhi Tree (Royal Family Theater) and About Love (Sheen Center). Currently, Steve is the drummer with Four Phantoms in Concert. A touring performance featuring former actors from the Broadway production.As an educator Steve has created and established a unique curriculum for all groups including beginners (age four), intermediate, advanced young teens, college students and adults. His philosophy and passion for teaching has proven successful and he currently teaches over 40 students throughout the New York City and New Jersey areas. He has created individualized in-person and online lessons in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Georgia, Los Angeles and parts of Europe. Steve Picataggio is on faculty at The British International School of New York, The Grace Church School and is the Adjunct Drumset Professor at Texas A&M University-Kingsville.Steve Picataggio is endorsed by Vic Firth Drumsticks and Zildjian Cymbals.Clayton Craddock is the founder of Broadway Drumming 101, a comprehensive online platform dedicated to providing specialized mentorship and a meticulously curated collection of resources.Clayton's Broadway and Off-Broadway credits include: tick, tick...BOOM!, Altar Boyz, Memphis The Musical, Lady Day At Emerson's Bar and Grill, and Ain't Too Proud - The Life And Times Of The Temptations, Cats: The Jellicle Ball and The Hippest Trip: The Soul Train Musical. He has subbed for shows like Motown, Evita, Cats, Avenue Q, The Color Purple, Rent, Spongebob Squarepants - The Musical, Hadestown (tour), and many more. Clayton has appeared on The View, Good Morning America, Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, the TONY Awards, and performed with legends like The Stylistics, The Delfonics, Mario Cantone, Laura Benanti, Kristin Chenoweth, Kerry Butler, Christian Boyle, Norm Lewis, Denise Williams, Chuck Berry, and Ben E. King.Clayton is a proud endorser of Ahead Drum Cases, Paiste Cymbals, Innovative Percussion drumsticks, and Empire Ears.For more about Clayton Craddock, click here: www.claytoncraddock.comCONNECT WITH ME ON MEETHOOK! Get full access to Broadway Drumming 101 at broadwaydrumming101.substack.com/subscribe

In 1949, KISS ME KATE won the first ever Best Musical Tony Award. Now it's 2024... and we still love it! Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita (Broadway's MATILDA, DAMES AT SEA) joins us to celebrate women and Cole Porter (in that order) as we dive headfirst into this silly and often deeply romantic show. Bonus points to those who can recite "We Open in Venice" correctly. Follow Lesli on Instagram and Twitter/X. Her wisdom knows no bounds. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our Anything Goes episode featuring Broadway Barbara for even more laughs. Broadway Podcast Network - ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon Don't forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast." For more great content, you can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! and receive a bonus episode each month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where you can use our designs to make great products, all while supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we are joined by actress Lesli Margherita!  Lesli is an Olivier Awarding winning performer and is best known for her originating the role of Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda on Broadway.  She also appear in Dames at Sea on Broadway and Emojiland off-Broadway.  Lesli has a ton on tv, film and regional theater credits and got her Olivier Award from her West End debut in Zorro the Musical.  You can also listen and/or purchase her album, Rule Your Kingdom which was recorded live at 54 Below.  We talk with Lesli about Broadway debut, how she really feels about slime tutorials. the importance in being ones self and much more! 

In this episode, it's all about the Funny Ladies of Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kate Rockwell (Bring it On: The Musical, Mean Girls), Lisa Howard (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Escape to Margaritaville), and Lesli Margherita (Matilda the Musical, Dames at Sea). Ben and the ladies chat about finding their funny, the math that goes into being comedic, and more! Want more ⁠Broadway Cast⁠? Want access to ⁠bonus episodes⁠? Want to have your questions asked on our show? We can make all of those dreams (⁠and more⁠) come true! ⁠CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON⁠ Follow us @TheBroadwayCast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Twitter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-broadway-cast/support

On this episode of On the Rocks, we kick off the holidays with Olivier Award Winner Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea, Zorro) as we chat about holiday traditions, her TV roles, the ups and downs of being an actor, the challenges for musical theatre newbies, and her upcoming holiday show at the Tony Award Winning Pasadena Playhouse. We welcome guest co-host Broadway guru Michael Ferrera giving us his Top 5 Broadway show must-sees this winter…with host Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass and let the drinks begin, Ho Ho Ho!From Straw Hut Media

[Re-release] Revisit a cheerful chat from our Christmas Archive! Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a sparkling season one finale with Broadway star Lesli Margherita! Lesli talks kindness on Broadway, how she connects with her villainous roles like Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda, hacking self tape auditions in quarantine, growing up on a cattle ranch (where she performed Sondheim with cows), and a whole lot more. Plus, stay tuned for your final kindness tip of 2021 with special guest Cassie Carroll! Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award-winning performer who earned the aforementioned award on the West End in Zorro. She made her Broadway debut in the original cast of Matilda in 2013, getting LOUD as the ICONIC and devilishly dazzling Mrs. Wormwood. She more recently appeared in Dames at Sea on Broadway and Off-Broadway in the one-woman show Who's Holiday, where she played a grown up Cindy Lou Who and then the musical Emojiland, as The Princess emoji. She's also got tons of incredible onscreen credits, from starting out in FAME LA to new movie The Many Saints of Newark to The Fairly OddParents reboot on Paramount! Thank you all for listening and being a part of our kindness community! Audio hugs all around, friends. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Lesli: @queenlesli Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ellie and Haley interview LESLI MARGHERITA!  Queen Lesli herself! Lesli made her Broadway debut as Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda the Musical. She was everyone's favorite Princess in Emojiland, everyone's favorite Cindy Lou Who in Who's Holiday AND is the creator of two broadway.com vlogs, a digital short series, two books, two solo shows and the album Rule Your Kingdom. But before she did all that, she won an Olivier Award for her West End debut as Inez in Zorro the Musical. No biggie.  We've seen her on stage, we've seen her on TV, we've seen her at BroadwayCon and now we're so excited to have her on our podcast!  Lesli tells us about: ⭐️ Missing Emojiland after the shutdown ⭐️ Working with kids in Matilda ⭐️ How to deal with negative online comments.  ⭐️ Which one she'd keep — Star Wars or Muppets? FOLLOW US Instagram @twokidspod ALL OF OUR EPISODES SUPPORT A CHARITY CHOSEN BY OUR GUEST. This episode supports The National Canine Cancer Foundation And you can donate here: https://wearethecure.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.

Oh My Pod U Guys! There is so much Bway news to break down in this week's segment, The BroadwayWorld Recap. Jayke is joined by Broadway star, Lesli Margherita, to talk all things Matilda, tap dancing in a gold tuxedo on a Broadway stage, and performing on the West End. Lesli shares her experience of doing a one-woman show off-broadway, and performing regionally all over the country. She even touches on working with legends like Randy Skinner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This PARK HOPPER episode of E-Ticket to Broadway features Olivier Award-winner, Broadway star, and Goofy's #1 Anti-Fan, Lesli Margherita! These short Park Hoppers are meant to get you from one episode to the next, and this star of Broadway's Matlida & Dames at Sea is always a delight to have on the podcast to share her love of Roger Rabbit, Star Wars, and Disneyland. Which conversation starter will be pulled from the magical Dopey backpack for this Park Hopper episode? Listen to find out! (And be sure to listen to Episode #4 of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to hear more from Lesli!) Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Lesli's Instagram: @queenlesli David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I am so happy to announce my episode with Tony-nominated director and actor Gabriel Barre. Gabriel Barre is the director of the December 12 performance YOUR OWN THING, which will benefit The Red Bull Theatre and feature an all-star cast including Santino Fontana and Lesli Margherita. You can find tickets to that here:   https://www.redbulltheater.com/your-own-thing   And meanwhile, tune in today to hear some of the stories of his legendary career, including the three-page letter he received from Hal Prince, why RAGS couldn't succeed on Broadway, the art of performing as a mime, the inside story of THE WILD PARTY, the old-fashioned politeness of Eartha Kitt, why young writers are more reticent to cut material, the power of ALMOST, MAINE, the process of writing his new musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN, and so much more.

Is that Jason Alexander? Is that Cheyenne Jackson?! Is that Wesley Taylor??! Is that Lesli Margherita??!! Is that Kevin Chamberlain?!?!? The answers all lie just offstage. Find them with the Backstage Biddies as we explore Lucky Stiff!

In this episode, it's all about the Funny Ladies of Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kate Rockwell (Bring it On: The Musical, Mean Girls), Lisa Howard (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Escape to Margaritaville), and Lesli Margherita (Matilda the Musical, Dames at Sea). Ben and the ladies chat about finding their funny, the math that goes into being comedic, and more! Want more Broadway Cast? Want access to bonus episodes? Want to have your questions asked on our show? We can make all of those dreams (and more) come true! CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR PATREON Follow us @TheBroadwayCast on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/vXg9cBd-VhE Lesli Margherita is currently reprising the role of Mona Kent in Dames at Sea, a role she played brilliantly in the most recent Broadway revival. An Olivier Award winner for her West End debut as Inez in ZORRO THE MUSICAL , Lesli made her Broadway debut originating the role of Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL. After over 1000 performances, she bid farewell to the Broadway company of Matilda and crossed the street to The Helen Hayes to star as the diva Mona Kent in Broadway's DAMES AT SEA. Lesli later returned to MATILDA to close out its Broadway run. Off-Broadway, Lesli starred as Princess in EMOJILAND and Cindy Lou Who in the one woman tour-de-force WHO'S HOLIDAY. Her hilarious show-stopping performance earned her critical acclaim including a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Solo Performance, a Lortel nomination for Outstanding Solo Show and an Off-Broadway Alliance nomination for Best Solo Performance. Television credits include the ABC sitcom pilot "Most Likely To" opposite Yvette Nicole Brown and recurring roles on "Homeland" (Showtime), "Instinct" (CBS), "Seven Seconds" (Netflix), "Transparent" (Amazon), and "The Crew" (Netflix). Movie credits include the upcoming The Many Saints of Newark, Opening Night, Boogeyman 2 and Number 23. Lesli's critically acclaimed solo shows Rule, Broad, and This Broad's Way continue to play to crowds across the country. Her debut live album RULE YOUR KINGDOM is currently in stores and available on all digital platforms. Please visit https://www.leslimargherita.com for more info.

Today, I am so honored to announce my episode with a Broadway star who I've been a fan of as long as I've loved theater, the one and only Queen Lesli—Lesli Margherita. Lesli is currently appearing at BroadwayCon through July 10, Broadway's fan convention featuring unmissable panels and performances. You can find tickets to it here: https://www.broadwaycon.com/ Tune in today to hear her tell some of the stories of her legendary career, including why Matthew Warchus is a great director, the challenges of developing a cabaret called All Hail the Queen, being a positive influence on social media, why Dames At Sea couldn't attain the success it deserved, the upcoming revival of Dames At Sea, moving to NYC in 2013, auditioning for Kenny Ortega, her go-to audition songs, the Patti LuPone role she would love to play, and so much more.

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Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul for a sparkling season one finale with Broadway star Lesli Margherita! Lesli talks kindness on Broadway, how she connects with her villainous roles like Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda, hacking self tape auditions in quarantine, growing up on a cattle ranch (where she performed Sondheim with cows), and a whole lot more. Plus, stay tuned for your final kindness tip of 2021 with special guest Cassie Carroll! Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award-winning performer who earned the aforementioned award on the West End in Zorro. She made her Broadway debut in the original cast of Matilda in 2013, getting LOUD as the ICONIC and devilishly dazzling Mrs. Wormwood. She more recently appeared in Dames at Sea on Broadway and Off-Broadway in the one-woman show Who's Holiday, where she played a grown up Cindy Lou Who and then the musical Emojiland, as The Princess emoji. She's also got tons of incredible onscreen credits, from starting out in FAME LA to new movie The Many Saints of Newark to her upcoming role in The Fairly OddParents reboot! Thank you all for listening and being a part of our kindness community! Audio hugs all around, friends. Got kindness tips or stories? Email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Follow Lesli: @queenlesli Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are not worthy! The Queen is in the building. Queen Lesli that is. Lesli Margherita is one of the funniest and most kick ass people in the business. Of course many of you know her from her Olivier award winning performance as Inez in Zorro the Musical on the West End, but did you know that she covered LA and London well before she even made her Broadway debut! We all fell in LOVE with Lesli when she starred as Mrs. Wormwood in the hit Broadway musical Matilda, but did you know that this bi-coastal bad ass thinks me, Drew Gasparini, could be a musical theatre sex symbol?!?! (Calendar to be released soon!) She's gone everything from the West End to Broadway to off-Broadway to the screen, she's even shared scenes with her crush from N*Sync, JC Chasez, and lots more. Get ready for laughs and a great time, because NOW we're talking with the iconic Lesli Margherita! Follow Lesli on instagram and twitter @QueenLesli || Follow our host Drew Gasparini on twitter and instagram: @drewgasparini and tiktok @thedrewgasparini Follow our podcast on twitter @NWT_Pod or Instagram @nwtpodcast. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST on Patreon: www.patreon.com/nwtpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bianca chats with the fabulous Lesli Margherita to talk all about her Broadway and West End adventures, long-distance marriage, cancel culture, getting crawled on by a London rat on stage, and more! http://go.bluechew.com/bianca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys are joined by Brodway Star / Actress Lesli Margherita.They talk about her live theatre shows including Matilda, Zorro, an awkward moment when she was Ariel. They also chat about a Crynogentically frozen Walt Disney and what his take on the current state of Disney would be.www.thehhpod.com

An Olivier Award winner for her West End debut as Inez in ZORRO THE MUSICAL, Queen Lesli made her Broadway debut originating the role of Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL. After over 1000 performances, she bid farewell to the Broadway company of Matilda and crossed the street to The Helen Hayes to star as the diva Mona Kent in Broadway's DAMES AT SEA. Off-Broadway, Lesli starred as Princess in EMOJILAND and Cindy Lou Who in the one-woman tour-de-force WHO'S HOLIDAY. Her hilarious show-stopping performance earned her critical acclaim including a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Solo Performance, among other accolades. She has multiple TV and film appearances as well as played all your favorite roles in regional theatre. AND she is the creator/star of 'Looks Not Books' & 'Ship Happens' the popular backstage vlogs commissioned by Broadway.com, as well as the digital short series 'Sparklepuff,' all of which can be seen on YouTube. Lesli's books, NECK PUNCH and CARRY ON, and BLU!, are available on Amazon & iTunes. Her debut live album RULE YOUR KINGDOM is currently in stores and available on all digital platforms.In this Metrosource Minis, we chat with Lesli about her allyship with the LGBTQ community, becoming the Queen of your own Kingdom, her favorite moment onstage, the struggle getting through COVID has been, her creative process in her performance of I Am What I Am, and, strangely enough, bar carts...with host Alexander Rodriguez.

Originally streamed live on Jan 14th, 2021, cast members Alex Brightman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Lesli Margherita, Michael Urie, Lillias White, James Monroe Iglehart, Ramin Karimloo and a few surprise guests joined us for a fun chat about episodes 1 through 8. Watch the original video here: https://youtu.be/hbnguUYIHnM The Broadway Podcast Network is reuniting the cast of Broadway's First-Ever Digital Soap Opera, AS THE CURTAIN RISES, for a delightful live event with the star-studded cast worthy only of the fabulously dishy and utterly delectable binge worthy shenanigans it represents. AS THE CURTAIN RISES episodes are available every Thursday wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts and BPN.fm/ATCR. For the full cast & creatives list, check the show notes visit BPN.fm/AsTheCurtainRises. This is an original radio play produced by the Broadway Podcast Network. As The Curtain Rises proudly supports The Actor's Fund, the Broadway Podcast Network Frontline Initiative, and is a sponsored project of IFP (www.ifp.org). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally streamed live on Jan 14th, 2021, cast members Alex Brightman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Lesli Margherita, Michael Urie, Lillias White, James Monroe Iglehart, Ramin Karimloo and a few surprise guests joined us for a fun chat about episodes 1 through 8. Watch the original video here: https://youtu.be/hbnguUYIHnM For the full cast & creatives list, check the show notes visit BPN.fm/AsTheCurtainRises. This is an original radio play produced by the Broadway Podcast Network. As The Curtain Rises proudly supports The Actor's Fund, the Broadway Podcast Network Frontline Initiative, and is a sponsored project of IFP (www.ifp.org). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we talk with Queen Lesli Margherita on living your truth, owning your weirdness, and the importance of ruling your own kingdom.

Recorded LIVE on November 18, 2020. He’s the leader of the club that’s made for you and me, AND it’s his birthday! Join for a special “Extra Magic Hour” of “E-Ticket to Broadway” as part of the Broadway Podcast Network’s Special Live events to celebrate Mickey’s 92nd Birthday! Host David Alpert was joined by some very special E-Ticket guests: Eden Espinosa, Andrew Barth Feldman, Lesli Margherita, & Josh Strickland. The group chatted all things Disney, played games, learned to draw Mickey, and celebrated the Mouse that started it all. The event also served as a fundraiser for Gilana’s Fund. The full video is available on the "E-Ticket to Broadway" website. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we give you a BONUS episode to inspire you as we all do the last minute work and stand in line, ready to vote for a change in America.  If you're a visual person, you can still watch this Broadway for Biden Pep Rally at www.bpn.fm/peprally, which originally aired on October 14th, 2020.  Hosted by Eric Ulloa, the Broadway for Biden Pep Rally features Broadway luminaries Joel Grey and Donna Murphy and will also include appearances from Harolyn Blackwell, James Monroe Iglehart, Telly Leung, Caissie Levy, Lesli Margherita, Patti Murin, Zachary Prince, Brandon Uranowitz, stage manager Matthew DiCarlo, Leslie Uggams, and company members from Broadway's Beetlejuice, including Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman, Sophia Anne Caruso, and Dana Steingold, along with NYC City Council member, Democratic Nominee for US Congress, NY-15, Ritchie Torres. "The lights of Broadway may be dark due to this administration's failure to control COVID-19, but the passion and activism of the Broadway community shines bright, as we fight for the leadership and change that arrives with a Biden-Harris Administration," said Host Eric Ulloa. "To kick off the last few weeks before the election, we give you a Broadway Pep Rally to cheer on the future we can't wait to see arrive when Joe and Kamala take center stage." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second to last episode of season one, Kyle and Sam adapt Noah Baumbach’s 2019 intimate drama “Marriage Story” into a musical comedy, complete with a tap-dancing Devil, a monster truck full of bro-y lawyers, and a shocking amount of bad Randy Newman impressions. Featuring a special musical performance by Lesli Margherita (Matilda the Musical). [IMH] is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Subscribe, leave us a review, and follow us on social media:Twitter: @insertmoviepodInstagram: @insertmoviehereFacebook: @insertmoviehereIMH is hosted by Sam French and Kyle Wilson; Executive Producer, John Albert Harris; Music Supervisor, Andy Einhorn; artwork by Thomas Constantine Moore; incidental music arranged by Jeremy Robin Lyons. “Divorce with the Devil” is written by Kyle Wilson, produced by Andy Einhorn, arranged and orchestrated by Bill Elliott, and mastered by Dan Santiago. Featuring Lesli Margherita as “Nora” and Molly Griggs as “Nicole.” Amy Griffiths and Jay Mason on sax, Jami Dauber and Alex Bender on trumpet, Charlie Morillas on trombone, Greg Anthony Rassen on piano, Bill Elliott on bass, Adam Wolfe on drums and percussion. Tap solo by Richard Riaz Yoder. Song transcribed by Nevada Lozano and the music copyist was Jacob Fjeldheim. Special thanks to Ryan Vona. The IMH theme song is written by Kyle Wilson; produced by Andy Einhorn; arranged and orchestrated by Nevada Lozano; mixed by Daniel Kluger; mastered by Jessica Thompson; music editing by David Dabbon; lead vocals by Will Blum; backup vocals by Lindsey Roberts, Zanny Laird, Jackson Perrin, and Adrian Rosas; Trevor Neumann on trumpets, Rebecca Patterson on trombones, Chad Smith on saxes, and Evan Hyde on drums.

The Skivvies are a good time! Week 18 brings us the hysterical and talented NIck and Lauren of "THE SKIVVIES!" They not only bring the skivvies, the laughs, but some brilliant music! There special guests for the hour are jam packed and star powered! Musical Theater Superstars Lesli Margherita, Matt Doyle, Nathan Lee Graham, Asmeret Ghebremichael, Diana Huey, and Andy Gutauskas are here! Check it out!

Welcome to the 16th episode of Broadway Babies! This week, Noelle and Stephanie welcome the lovely Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Zorro, Emojiland) An Olivier Award winner for her West End debut as Inez in ZORRO THE MUSICAL , Lesli made her Broadway debut originating the role of Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL. After over 1000 performances, she bid farewell to the Broadway company of Matilda and crossed the street to The Helen Hayes to star as the diva Mona Kent in the Broadway premiere of DAMES AT SEA. Lesli returned to MATILDA to close out its Broadway run. Off-Broadway, Lesli starred as Princess in EMOJILAND and Cindy Lou Who in the one woman tour-de-force WHO'S HOLIDAY. Her hilarious show-stopping performance earned her critical acclaim including a Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Solo Performance, a Lortel nomination for Outstanding Solo Show and an Off-Broadway Alliance nomination for Best Solo Performance. Television credits include the ABC sitcom pilot "Most Likely To" opposite Yvette Nicole Brown and recurring roles on "Homeland" (Showtime), "Instinct" (CBS), "Seven Seconds" (Netflix), "Transparent" (Amazon), and "The Crew" (Netflix). Movie credits include the upcoming The Many Saints of Newark, Opening Night and Boogeyman 2 and Number 23. Lesli's voice can also be heard on several animated films and shows including Disney's Cinderella 3 and Nickelodeon's "Sponge Bob Squarepants". Regional stage credits include Adelaide in GUYS & DOLLS (Sacramento Music Circus; Bucks County Playhouse), Signora Psyche Zinobia in A SCYTHE OF TIME (NYMF), Esmeralda in HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (Sacramento Music Circus), Lilli / Kate in KISS ME KATE (Reprise; Ovation Award - Best Actress), THE GRONHOLM METHOD (The Falcon ; Ovation nom. - Best Ensemble), Aldonza in MAN OF LA MANCHA (MTW; Ovation & LADCC nom - Best Actress), Julie in SHOWBOAT (Goodspeed Opera), Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (La Mirada), and Lady of the Lake in SPAMALOT (Sacramento Music Circus). She is the creator/star of 'Looks Not Books' and 'Ship Happens' the popular backstage vlogs commissioned by Broadway.com, as well as the digital short series 'Sparklefpuff,' all of which can be seen on YouTube. Lesli's books, NECK PUNCH and CARRY ON: Advice from the "Queen" and BLU!, are available on Amazon & iTunes. Lesli's critically acclaimed solo shows Rule, Broad, and This Broad's Way continue to play to crowds across the country. Her debut live album RULE YOUR KINGDOM is currently in stores and available on all digital platforms. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/broadway-babies/support

Lesli Margherita steps into the Batter's Box for Episode 44 of Break a Bat! One of Broadway's resident funny girls, Margherita is a Laurence Olivier Award winner for her performance as Inez in the musical adaptation of Zorro on the West End, and has appeared on Broadway in Matilda the Musical and Dames at Sea. Margherita also just happens to be a lifelong Boston Red Sox fan. In this episode, she discusses everything from the roots of her passion for both sports and the arts, ruling your kingdom, and the parallels between Broadway and Moneyball. She and host Al Malafronte even played some Baseball meets Broadway (meets Muppets!) trivia in this week's 7th Inning Stretch! Hosted by Al Malafronte Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network  Edited by Matthew Hendershot Connect with Lesli Margherita on Instagram: @queenlesli and Twitter: @queenlesli Connect with Break a Bat! on Instagram: @break_a_bat_podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway star, Olivier Award-winner, & Disney/Star Wars/Muppets-aficionado Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea) joins the podcast to chat with pal David and play "Yes Queen." Be prepared for a lot of giggling.  Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Lesli's Instagram: @queenlesli David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our plans comprise a critical part of our lives and take up a prominent place in our minds. And when those plans involve making commitments that will affect the rest of our lives, they mean more than just about everything. But regardless of their scale, all plans are subject to circumstances beyond our control. In this touching story written by New York Times bestselling author Tawni O'Dell and performed by Casey Breves and Lesli Margherita, a couple celebrate a wedding day very different from the one they had planned.

The star of the West End and Broadway stage on bagging herself an Olivier, why you shouldn't write-off Emojiland: The Musical, and how she accidentally became the new Lady Gaga. Host: William J Connolly Technical: Jordan Priestley Produced by: William J Connolly + Darren Bell Follow eleven on social media via @elevenpodcast and via elevenpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

join me as I welcome Lesli Margherita @QueenLesli on our podcast. We talk about bi-coastal living, Matilda, Disney World, and of course @Emojiland Lesli dishes on winning an Olivier award and all she's able to talk about in her future.  Dont forget to like us on twitter @ttbwithroy  instagram @TripleThreatsandBeyond and of course  Facebook Triple Threats & Beyond Share, like, rate and keep on listening!!!!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/triple-threats--beyond/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/triple-threats--beyond/support

On this episode of Baring It All with Call Me Adam, on the Broadway Podcast Network, I am recording at The Houdini Museum in NYC with Director Carl Andress, whose long time collaboration with Tony nominee Charles Busch is continuing at the Cherry Lane Theatre with Charles' hilarious new show The Confession of Lily Dare, running through March 5. The Confession of Lily Dare is part of Primary Stages 35th Anniversary Season. The Confession of Lily Dare tells the story of one woman’s tumultuous passage from convent girl to glittering cabaret chanteuse to infamous madame of a string of brothels—all while hiding her undying devotion to the child she was forced to abandon. This comic melodrama celebrates the gauzy “confession film” tearjerkers of early 1930s pre-code cinema, such as The Sin of Madelon Claudet, Frisco Jenny, and Madame X. The Confession of Lily Dare will play at The Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street) through March 5. Click here for tickets! The Houdini Museum is located at 213 West 35th Street, 4th floor, in Midtown Manhattan. Like what you hear? Then become a member of my Patreon Page for exclusive behind-the-scene perks! For more "Call Me Adam" interviews visit: https://callmeadam.com  Theme Song by Bobby Cronin (https://bit.ly/2MaADvQ)  Podcast Logo by Liam O'Donnell (https://bit.ly/2YNI9CY)  Edited by Drew Kaufman (https://bit.ly/2OXqOnw) More on Carl: Carl Andress is an American theater director whose credits include the world premieres of Charles Busch’s critically acclaimed comedies, such as: The Confession of Lily Dare (Theater for the New City, Cherry Lane Theatre with Primary Stages in 2020); The Tribute Artist (Primary Stages); The Divine Sister (Soho Playhouse, Theater for the New City, Bucks County Playhouse, LA TheaterWorks); The Third Story starring Kathleen Turner (MCC Theater, La Jolla Playhouse);  Charles Busch's Cleopatra and Judith of Bethulia (Theater for the New City, GPR Records); Die! Mommie Die! (New World Stages, LA TheaterWorks); Queen Amarantha (WPA Theater); Bunnicula (DR2 Theater, TheaterWorks USA); and Shanghai Moon (Drama Dept., Bay Street Theater, Theater for the New City). Carl is the director of such plays as FAKE by Carmen Pelaez (Colony Theater, Miami New Drama), Still at Risk by Tim Pinckney (Theater for the City), Matthew Lombardo's Who's Holiday! starring Lesli Margherita (Westside Theater);  Joe Godfrey's Romance Language (Ars Nova); Crush the Infamous Thing - the Adventures of the Hollywood Four (Coconut Grove Playhouse); My Fair Lady (Tent Theater); Paul Rudnick's I Hate Hamlet (Dorset Theater Festival); Carmen Pelaez's Rum & Coke (FringeNYC, Abingdon Theater); and Douglas Carter Beane’s The Cartells (Drama Dept.). Other credits include the New York concert premieres of Kander, Ebb and McNally's musical, The Visit, starring Chita Rivera and John Cullum (Ambassador Theater); Sheldon Harnick and Joe Raposo’s A Wonderful Life (Shubert Theater); Charles Busch & Julie Halston Together on Broadway (Music Box Theater); Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol (Actors Fund); The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife (Paper Mill Playhouse; Coconut Grove Playhouse; Royal Poinciana Playhouse); the annual Times Square Angel (Theater for the New City); It's Not My Fault, It Was On Fire When I Got There (FringeNYC, Theater for the New City); Tenderloin, Harold & Maude, I Love My Wife and The Mad Show (all for “Musicals in Mufti” – York Theater Co.); Here's to the Girls! and Being Comden & Green (Lyrics & Lyricists – 92nd Street Y); numerous galas and special events, including the annual Broadway on the Boardwalk concert series in Atlantic City, Valley of the Dolls and A Party for Comden & Green for The Actor’s Fund. Carl is also the co-writer and costar of the independent feature, A Very Serious Person (Tribeca Film Festival, available on DVD).

In this episode of Encore Meets, we catch up with four time Olivier Award nominee Emma Williams, who is returning to the role of Luisa in a concert version of Zorro: The Musical. The musical first opened in London in July 2008, with Matt Rawle as Zorro and Lesli Margherita as Inez - a role she will also reprise at Cadogan Hall on 23rd February. Emma tells us what it's been like re-learning the role, her memories of being in the original cast, and how life has changed for her since becoming a mum. Encore Meets is an Encore Radio podcast series. Go backstage in the West End, Broadway and beyond with Encore Radio’s exclusive theatre interviews. Subscribe to get the latest episodes.

If Broadway had a poster child for living out loud, it would be Lesli Margherita, currently starring as The Princess of Emojiland in Emojiland: The Musical. Never had there been a fiercer, more outspoken advocate for living your truth, owning your weirdness, and ruling your own kingdom. There’s a reason her social media accounts are all called Queen Lesli! Known for Zorro: The Musical (Olivier Award), Matilda, and Dames at Sea, Lesli Margherita is one of a kind.

Olivier Award winning and Drama Desk, Lortel, and Off-Broadway Alliance nominated actress; Starring in the Off-Broadway production of Emojiland

Lesli Margherita is currently playing the Princess in EMOJILAND off-Broadway. You may know her from starring in Broadway’s MATILDA and DAMES AT SEA. She won an Olivier Award for her turn in ZORRO. Follow her on social media at @queenlesli. Hosted by Ryan Lee Gilbert, Paul Wontorek and Caitlin Moynihan

Recorded the day after Josh received the news that his beloved show, The Prom, was closing, Leslie and Josh lament over why show business is one of the worst to work in. Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award winning actress who made her Broadway debut in Matilda in 2013 after a successful run on the West End in Zorro, which earned her the award. She was recently in Dames at Sea here on Broadway, but made a big splash in the entertainment scene in 1997 in the TV show Fame LA. She is now about to open Emojiland off-broadway, headlining with none other than Josh himself! Connected with Lesli online: Twitter: @queenlesli Instagram: @queenlesli Produced by Alan Seales and Dori Berinstein. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network.

Lesli Margherita is an Olivier Award winning actress who made her Broadway debut in Matilda in 2013 after a successful run on the West End in Zorro, which earned her the award. She was recently in Dames at Sea here on Broadway, but made her first big splash in the entertainment scene in 1997 in the TV show Fame LA. and is about to open Emojiland off-broadway as The Princess. From the immediate career high to the emotional lows that came from being cast on Fame LA, this episode covers a range of topics and feelings. Did you know Lesli almost became an ice dancer? Did you know she loves all things Disney and Star Wars? We discuss body shaming, therapy, how it's hard for comedic women to be seen for anything but comedic, why it's harder for women in general on the Broadway stage, and much more. And in case you're wondering, yes, Lesli Margherita is her real name... not a stage name, nor a porn name! The "really weird looking dog" tweet can be found here. Interview content begins at 2:24. Closing standards begin at 54:00. Connect with Lesli: IG: @queenlesli Twitter: @queenlesli Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatre PodcastTheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Thank you to our friends Jukebox The Ghost for our intro and outro music. You can find them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @jukeboxtheghost or via the web via jukeboxtheghost.com. A very special thanks to our patrons who help make this podcast possible! Cheryl Hodges-Selden, Paul Seales, David Seales If you would like to see your name in this show notes or get a shout out on the pod itself, visit ttp.fm/patreon to become a member and show your support!

Lesli Margherita (MATILDA, ZORRO) is an Olivier Award winner who took Broadway by storm in her star making performance as Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA. She is a triple threat and that includes being seen in recent TV dramas like HOMELAND and 7 SECONDS. Lesli had a steady climb to her success in NYC which has given her a unique perspective and   gratitude.   This episode is sponsored by Goldstar! If you are one of the first 200 listeners who use the promo code RORY, you'll get $10 off your purchase of tickets to live events in your area! Use promo code RORY here: www.goldstar.com/rory

Ilana sat down with Donna Murphy, Lesli Margherita, Emily Skeggs and Andrew Keenan Bolger to share war stories about auditioning. This conversation is equal parts hilarious and inspirational.  Each of these Broadway stars has a unique perspective on the challenges and joys of putting yourself out there when faced with auditioning -- even though their careers have garnered them awards, accolades and fame.  Their generosity in sharing how they approach the process of auditioning is a gift to all artists and also to those of us who love the arts.

Lesli Margherita is a Queen, is a Broad, and she rules. She is also an Olivier Award winner for her West End debut in ZORRO THE MUSICAL. You probably saw her in her iconic role of Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL or in Broadways DAMES AT SEA or in one of her many, many vlog episodes for Broadway.com. This past winter, Lesli was seen off-Broadway starring as Cindy Lou Who in the one woman WHO'S HOLIDAY where she was just nominated for a bunch of fancy awards. Today she is here to talk about her upcoming show at Feinstein’s/54 Below and live album called Rule Your Kingdom.Hosts: Paul Wontorek, Ryan Lee Gilbert, Caitlyn Gallip

Episode 6 of I Only Have Lies For You Round 2 - Someone Else's Story Round 3 - Big Little Lies Hosted by Amy Wolk Musical Direction by William TN Hall The LIE-za Minnellis VS The PHONY Bennetts The LIE-za Minnellis - Lesli Margherita, Pearl Sun, Helene Yorke PHONY Bennetts - Kevin Duda, Alyse Alan Louis, Eric William Morris

Episode 6 of I Only Have Lies For You Round 1 - Everything Old Is True Again  Hosted by Amy Wolk Musical Direction by William TN Hall The LIE-za Minnellis VS The PHONY Bennetts The LIE-za Minnellis - Lesli Margherita, Pearl Sun, Helene Yorke PHONY Bennetts - Kevin Duda, Alyse Alan Louis, Eric William Morris

Recording live at BroadwayCon 2018 - Donna Murphy, Lesli Margherita, Emily Skeggs and Andrew Keenan Bolger got together with Ilana to share war stories about auditioning. This conversation is equal parts hilarious and inspirational. Each of these Broadway stars has a unique perspective on the challenges and joys of putting yourself out there when faced with auditioning -- even though their careers have garnered them awards, accolades and fame. Their generosity in sharing how they approach the process of auditioning is a gift to all artists.

An Olivier Award winner for her West End debut as Inez in ZORRO THE MUSICAL, Lesli made her Broadway debut originating the role of Mrs. Wormwood in MATILDA THE MUSICAL. After over 1000 performances, she bid farewell to the Broadway company of Matilda and crossed the street to The Helen Hayes to star as the diva Mona Kent in the Broadway premiere of Randy Skinner's DAMES AT SEA. In September 2016, Lesli returned to the role she originated to close out the Broadway run of MATILDA. Lesli currently recurs on three television dramas: Homeland (Showtime), Instinct (CBS), and Seven Seconds (Netflix). This past fall she starred opposite Topher Grace, Taye Diggs & JC Chasez in the feature film "Opening Night" which can be seen on Netflix following its theatrical release. Born and raised in California, Lesli trained at UCLA and was soon after chosen to star in MGM's television series "Fame LA" directed by Kenny Ortega. She has gone on to star and recur on numerous television shows and pilots including "Donny!", "The Good Wife", "Major Crimes", "The Suite Life On Deck", "Charmed", "NYPD Blue", and "On The Lot", produced by Steven Spielberg. Film credits include the movie musical 'Opening Night' opposite Topher Grace & Taye Diggs, 'Lucky Stiff' with Jason Alexander, Joel Schumacher's 'The Number 23', and the Sam Raimi produced 'Boogeyman 2'. Lesli's voice can also be heard on several animated films and shows including Disney's 'Cinderella 3' and Nickelodeon's "Sponge Bob Squarepants". Regional stage credits include Adelaide in GUYS & DOLLS (Bucks County Playhouse), Signora Psyche Zinobia in A SCYTHE OF TIME (NYMF; Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role), Esmeralda in HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (Sacramento Music Circus), Lilli / Kate in KISS ME KATE (Reprise; Ovation Award - Best Actress), THE GRONHOLM METHOD (The Falcon ; Ovation nom. - Best Ensemble), Aldonza in MAN OF LA MANCHA opposite Davis Gaines (MTW; Ovation nom. & LADCC nom - Best Actress), Julie in SHOWBOAT (Goodspeed Opera), Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (La Mirada), Lady of the Lake in SPAMALOT opposite Gary Beach (Sacramento Music Circus), Ilona in SHE LOVES ME (CLOSBC), the West Coast Premiere of Michael John LaChiusa's SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE (Blank Theatre), Rated RSO (Boston Court), and Gloria in DAMN YANKEES(Reprise; dir. Jason Alexander). Lesli is a published author with two books currently available on iTune and Amazon: NECK PUNCH and CARRY ON: Advice from the "Queen", a series of 'inspirational' messages inspired from her Twitter feed (@QueenLesli). (debuted at #1 on the Humor charts) and BLU!, about a unique lobster who teaches us that we are all special. She is the creator/star of 'Looks Not Books' and 'Ship Happens' the popular backstage vlogs commissioned by Broadway.com which can also be seen on YouTube. Lesli's critically acclaimed solo shows RULE YOUR KINGDOM, ALL HAIL THE QUEEN​, BROAD continue to play to crowds across the country.

For our final episode of 2017, we're chatting with our pal, everyone's favorite Olivier winner, Lesli Margherita (Matilda The Musical, Dames At Sea, Zorro The Musical). This holiday season, Lesli is starring in the one-woman (insert Ru Paul voice) extravaganza "Who's Holiday" at the Westside Theater. Lesli plays a grown-up Cindy Lou Hoo, the beloved character from the classic "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Grown-up Cindy Lou is a drinker (amen) who, after an affair with The Grinch and a stint in jail, has fallen on hard times and she shared her story in rhyming couplets. We're obsessed!"Who's Holiday" runs through New Year's Eve. RUN out and see it!

The epic journey of Scrooge (Michael Cerveris) continues with Lesli Margherita, James Monroe Iglehart, and a ton of star-studded cameos--plus Kimberly enters the story! All this in Part Two of this three-part take on "A Christmas Carol."

I recently went to a press event for an upcoming holiday show that will be nothing like you expect. It's called "Who's Holiday", written by Matthew Lombardo, directed by Carl Andresss, and starring the insanely fabulous and fierce, Olivier Award winning comic actress, singer, dancer, Lesli Margherita. I had the great fortune to sit with them and talk about this insanely funny take on the popular children's character, Cyndi Lou Who. After LOTS of litigation, Mr. Lombardo can now present this show which takes Cyndi 40 years into the future, and YES, she is having a bit of a time with life. Check out my conversations with the creatives and Queen Lesli by clicking on the picture of them. About the Show: http://www.whosholiday.com Please Support Keith Price's Curtain Call on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/keithpricecurtaincall Keith PRice's Curtain Call on Broadway World: https://www.broadwayworld.com/author/Keith-Price-s-Curtain-Call Subscribe to Keith Price's Curtain Call on Itunes: www.keithpricecurtaincall.com Follow @keithpricecurtaincall on Instagram Follow @kpcurtaincall @comedydaddy Like me on FB: https://www.facebook.com/Keith-Prices-Curtain-Call-1380539615593807/ Subscribe on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduwJ3ytmAwdJMQtGllk1Ig

All hail Queen Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea)! Lesli is Broadway royalty and also human royalty because she rules her own kingdom, you guys. Get inspired as Lesli talks all about what it means to rule your kingdom and how can make it happen. And, duh, we talk all about Hamilton! Lesli gets super emotional reminiscing about seeing Hamilton for the first time and conversations with her friends and to Hamilton OGs Leslie Odom, Jr., Betsey Struxness, and Thayne Jasperson when they first started their crazy journey into what can only be described as Broadway's version of Beatlemania. Oh and we laugh a lot and drink wine out of GOBLETS! 

GOTCHYA! In Part Three: Part Two (aka Part 4) of a very special radio play, Bryan, Kimberly, and the AEA arrive at The Not-Private Theatre for the epic final chapter and the battle against Mastermind. This episode features the voices of Lesli Margherita, Antoine L. Smith, Lilli Cooper, Max Crumm, Mike Faist, Brendon Stimson, Will Roland, Andrew Briedis, Hannah Elless, and Jay Schmidt.  

Olivier Award winning Triple threat actress, Lesli Margherita, makes her way to Feinstein's 54 Below with her latest fete, Rule Your Kingdom. The fabulously insane, Queen Lesli, is going to be serving up a night of DO YOU Realness. I LIVE for her. Enjoy this chat now. All Hail Queen Lesli: http://www.leslimargherita.com/ Support Keith Price's Curtain Call on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/keithpricecurtaincall Subscribe to Keith Price's Curtain Call on Itunes: www.keithpricecurtaincall.com Follow @keithpricecurtaincall on Instagram Follow @kpcurtaincall @comedydaddy Like me on FB: https://www.facebook.com/Keith-Prices-Curtain-Call-1380539615593807/ Subscribe on You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduwJ3ytmAwdJMQtGllk1Ig

Fun Home Tony nominee Beth Malone shares memories of growing up on ranch, how discovering Singing in the Rain made her realized that she wanted to be a performer, and how she survived middle school as a bona fide geek. Half way through our talk, Lesli Margherita joins us to talk about her friendship with Beth and how Beth's role in Fun Home was a 'complete transformation' for her.

Play along as Lesli Margherita (Broadway's Matilda and Dames at Sea) joins Bryan, Kimberly, and Kevin for some whiskey, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and more whiskey. Become a supporter on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/2Q2zELG

Welcome to Episode 1 of BroadwayCon The Podcast--A show for the Theatre Kid in all of us! For this our first episode, Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita (Broadway's Matilda and Dames At Sea) and BroadwayCon's David Alpert share hilarious memories from the 2016 convention (prank calling Audra McDonald! Weathering a blizzard! Nerding out over Anthony Rap!) and give us juuuuuuuust a little hint of what's in store for BroadwayCon 2017. In the second part of the show, we have a quick conversation with Broadway besties Alice Ripley and Emily Skinner who share the experiences that inspired them to get into show business!

Patty & Emily discuss their Mother’s Day activities, including Bright Star and Theater People’s Summer Series with Lesli Margherita. They also talk Tony nominations and mourn the loss of The Good Wife and Disaster!. But there is much praise for Jennifer Simard and … Continue reading →

Olivier Award winning, triple threat actress, Ms Lesli Margherita takes a little time on the red carpet for Shakespeare on the Sound Benefit Gala to chat with Keith Price for the Curtain Call. She talks about her projects and shares some silly fun with him. All Hail the Queen, Lesli Margherita: http://www.leslimargherita.com/ Http://www.keithpricecurtaincall.com

Lesli Margherita (@QueenLesli) stops by to announce her casting in the revival of Cats. Louis throws old people under the bus, Matt wants to sabotage the Tony voters with hoverboards, and Tom plays tug of war with a bottle of wine.

YOU GUYS!!!! We don't even know what to say!!! Megan Hilty is a dream and a delight and a perfect guest! She is just as warm, charming, and fabulous as you're imagining. AND she makes a killer espresso!Megan made her Broadway debut as Glinda in the Broadway cast of 'Wicked,'--a role she would go on to do briefly on the national tour before creating the role for the Los Angeles sit down production. She went on to star in '9 to 5 The Musical' before being cast in the career making role of Ivy Lynn on TV's 'Smash.' She is now back on Broadway as Brooke Ashton in Roundabout Theatre Company's production of 'Noises Off.' She is unbelievably charming and hilarious! Don't forget, tickets are now on sale for our Live Summer Series! Just $10 to see Lesli Margherita, Laura Osnes, and Lindsay Mendez live! All the details and tickets can be found on our website: www.theaterppl.com. Click the 'Summer Series' tab.

There is no other way to say it, Theater People, with Alex Brightman’s turn as Dewey in the brand new Andrew Lloyd Webber musical School of Rock, a star is born. His energy, his passion, and his comedic timing are brought to life with an athleticism I don’t think I’ve ever seen on stage before. And oh my God, that voice. His career before School of Rock would have been considered a success story for any actor. He was a replacement in the role of Boq in the Broadway company of Wicked—a job he heled onto for two years before decided to walk away, though he’d been offered another extension to his contract--, he was an understudy in Glory Days, a show that famously closed the very night it opened, he replaced in Matilda, and was in the original company of Big Fish. Now, having been catapulted to the elite ranks of those who originate starring roles, he has risen to the occasion with grace and charm. ALSO, we've just announced our Summer Series--a series of 4 intimate live events featuring (so far) Lesli Margherita, Lindsay Mendez, and Laura Osnes, Information and tickets (which are EXTREMELY limited) can be found at www.theaterppl.com

We did it! Another episode in the books! In Dogs We Met, Allegra is denied a meeting and we all get angry on her behalf! We also discuss the leash code! In Mutt Minute, the controversial breed... type? Breed? The Mountain Feist! Two big pieces of dog news: It's Pit Bull Awareness Month! Also, Amtrak has made some small changes to it's policy on allowing dog passengers! We are so excited to be joined this week by Broadway superstar Lesli Margherita! You're going to be excited too! We also have our first winner of our Throw Back Thursday picture contest and we announce our October contest! Enjoy and tell a friend! 

The always fabulous and tremendously busy Lesli Margherita made time to catch up with us while rehearsing "Dames At Sea" during the day and performing in "Matilda" at night. What a gal! This is the first in a new series we're launching where we catch up with previous guests in mini episode form!

Patty & Emily sit down to talk to Lesli Margherita about her upcoming 54 Below show All Hail the Queen. They also talk wigs, twitter, and bootlegs. There’s a lot we can all learn from this amazing woman. Right click … Continue reading →

All Hail The Queen! The fabulous "Matilda" star talks growing up on a cattle ranch, winning the role of Inez in London's "Zorro The Musical" and how that led to an Olivier award for her performance, how she landed the role of Mrs. Wormwood in "Matilda" for her Broadway debut, and why she calls herself The Queen.

On Friday, May 4, 2012, I sat down to have a conversation with actor Lesli Margherita (@QueenLesli), director Lauren Bass and actor Tom Lenk (@TomLenk) (Buffy, Cabin in the Woods) on the Geeky Pleasures Radio Show at The Look 24/7 (@TheLook247), to discuss all things Sparklepuff Lazerium (@SparkleHottie). If you missed the interview, don’t worry. The interview is […]

My guests are: Actress, Lesli Margherita ("Fame L.A.") Musician, Brian O'Neal ("The Bus Boys") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actress, Lesli Margherita ("Fame L.A.") Musician, Brian O'Neal ("The Bus Boys") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com