Podcast appearances and mentions of Mandy Gonzalez

Broadway's Mandy Gonzalez joins Heart of The East End Gianna Volpe on WLIW-FM ahead of ALL ARTS premiere of House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert taped live at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at Long Island University, part of WNET's Broadway and Beyond Initiative.Listen to the playlist on Apple Music

Years before Mandy Gonzalez was taking the final bow in Wicked as Elphaba on Broadway, she was in the (absolutely stacked) ensemble at the show's first reading. This week on the pod, Mandy talks the boys through her unmatched career and the journey with her own confidence that led her to guest starring as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard. PLUS, the boys get Sentimental about Redwood on Broadway, the girlies of Skidrow and that video of Mandy singing Total Eclipse of the Heart. You know the one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have dreams—those aspirations that ignite our souls and push us toward greatness. Whether it's a childhood ambition or a newfound passion, the journey to achieving our dreams is filled with challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons. In this episode, we delve into the art of chasing big dreams and how to navigate the path to success. Our guest, Mandy Gonzalez, embodies the spirit of fearless pursuit. At 19, she left college to sing backup for Bette Midler, marking the beginning of an illustrious career. Mandy's Broadway debut was in Aida, and she went on to originate the role of Nina Rosario in Lin-Manuel Miranda's In the Heights, earning a Drama Desk Award. She captivated audiences as Elphaba in Wicked and portrayed Angelica Schuyler in the megahit Hamilton for six years. Beyond the stage, Mandy has appeared in TV shows like Madam Secretary, Bull, Quantico, and Only Murders in the Building. She's also the author of the Fearless young adult book series and the founder of the social media movement #FearlessSquad, promoting inclusivity and empowerment. In this episode, Mandy shares her journey, the obstacles she overcame, and the mindset that propelled her forward. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks, embracing failures as learning opportunities, and staying true to oneself. Connect with Our Guest: Mandy Gonzalez Website: https://mandygonzalez.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/mandy.gonzalez/  Related Podcast Episodes: Holler At Your Dreams with Judi Holler | 211 How To Build Courage with Dr. Margie Warrell | 273 7 Keys To Unlock Your Dynamic Drive with Molly Fletcher | 229 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Mandy Gonzalez is a Broadway powerhouse and she's here to tell her story on the Backstage Talk podcast hosted by Martín Acuña. Mandy and Martín discuss the Musical Theatre industry, looking back to Mandy's days in In the Heights, Wicked, and the revival of Sunset Boulevard. If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk! Follow us on Social Media: Instagram & Threads Website & LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mandy Gonzalez is a Broadway powerhouse and she's here to tell her story on the Backstage Talk podcast hosted by Martín Acuña. Mandy and Martín discuss the Musical Theatre industry, looking back to Mandy's days in In the Heights, Wicked, and the revival of Sunset Boulevard. If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk! Follow us on Social Media: Instagram & Threads Website & LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 22, Mark-Eugene and David explore some of the Drama Bookshop's picks for children and teens while sharing their first encounters with author and actress Mandy Gonzalez. Later, David sits down with Mandy Gonzalez and Brittany J. Thurman to discuss Fearless: The Takeover, the final installment in the Fearless middle-grade series, which follows a young performer and rising influencer whose social media gets hacked. To wrap up, Mark-Eugene and David tease their plans for an extended bonus Episode 23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Lucy also shares a quick update about her mom's cancer journey - and Care & Feeding's production schedule in the new year. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Lucy also shares a quick update about her mom's cancer journey - and Care & Feeding's production schedule in the new year. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Lucy also shares a quick update about her mom's cancer journey - and Care & Feeding's production schedule in the new year. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Lucy also shares a quick update about her mom's cancer journey - and Care & Feeding's production schedule in the new year. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Lucy also shares a quick update about her mom's cancer journey - and Care & Feeding's production schedule in the new year. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Bassist Tom Mendel has had a long and storied career as a bass player. He has been ‘based' (pardon the pun) in Chicago for decades. He's played in the pit for long running shows like ‘Lion King', ‘Wicked', ‘Hamilton', ‘Moulin Rouge', ‘Billy Elliott', ‘Kinky Boots', and many more. But his music has taken him all over the country. He has toured with the likes of Lainie Kazan. He's played club dates with Christine Ebersole, Mandy Gonzalez, Hollis Resnik, to mention just a few. Tom has also recorded extensively, playing hundreds of jingles in Chicago's recording houses. He's also played numerous sessions from Los Angeles to New Orleans to New York. Tom has also been an advocate for union musicians for decades. Much of that work was for those who make their livings playing in the theatre musicians. In fact, he was an early member of the Theatre Musicians Association. He served 7 years as the president of the Chicago chapter, before spending 5 years as the national president of TMA. Tom has also worked on many union committees, negotiating contracts for higher wages and better working conditions with Chicago theatres, as well as for touring musicians. And that's just the tip of the iceberg as far as his work on behalf of performing professionals. But Tom is more than ‘just' a musician. He's also a Master Scuba instructor, a yoga enthusiast, and is not only a proud father, but has recently joined the ranks of his favorite new title: grandpa! Basis for bassist I first met Tom in 1987 when I joined the cast of Chicago's longest running musical up until that time, ‘Pump Boys & Dinettes'. We performed that show together for nearly three years at Chicago's Apollo Theatre. We've been good friends ever since. We know each other's family and have shared the best and worst of those times. Professionally, we've had the good fortune to work together many times over the years. And because the world of pit musicians is not that big, we have a lot of friends and colleagues in common. ‘Bassist Tom Mendel' is just the jumping off point for this conversation. Come check out this friendly chat between two good friends. I think you'll enjoy getting to know this admirable and accomplished man. See more on Instagram. @mendelmusic Chapters (00:00:05) - Introducing Tom Mendel(00:02:14) - Tom Joins In(00:02:44) - Pump Boys, of course(00:10:04) - Louisiana Days

On today's episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with the current guest star who is ready for her close-up at the St. James Theatre every Tuesday night, the iconic Mandy Gonzalez. Now in her seventh Broadway show, Mandy plays the role of Norma Desmond at least once a week in read more The post Tell Me More | Episode 64: Mandy Gonzalez on blood, balance, and Broadway appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

Get ready for an all-access pass to Broadway's brightest stars in this special bonus episode. Join host Salisha Thomas as she takes us onto the red carpet for the highly anticipated opening night of Sunset Boulevard on Broadway, captured live for The Broadway Exclusive. In this episode, Salisha catches up with cast members, creatives, and some surprise guests, delivering fun interviews full of behind-the-scenes insights, opening night energy, and advice for aspiring performers. From star-studded moments to career reflections, this episode perfectly captures the magic of a Broadway premiere. If you love the excitement of red carpets and the charm Salisha brings to every conversation, this one's for you! Follow the podcasts: The Salisha Show: Listen here The Broadway Exclusive: Listen here Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com My personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Libby Ran 31/10/2024 - שביל הבריחה Lin-Manuel Miranda Lauryn Hill - If You Can Count (Warriors, 2024) Julia Harriman - Call Me Mercy (Warriors, 2024) Kenita Miller, Sasha Hutchings, Phillipa Soo, Aneesa Folds, Amber Gray, Gizel Jimenez, Jasmine Cephas-Jones, Kaila Mullady - Warriors' Cypher (Warriors, 2024) Lin-Manuel Miranda and 'In The Heights' Original Broadway Company - In The Heights (2008) Anthony Ramos, Corey Hawkins, Gregory Diaz IV, Noah Catala, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Stephanie Beatriz, Dascha Polanco, Melissa Barrera - 96,000 (In The Heights OST 2021) Christopher Jackson, Mandy Gonzalez, 'In The Heights' Original Broadway Company - When You're Home (Radio Edit) (2008) Bring It On The Musical Original Broadway Cast - Do Your Own Thing (2012) Original Radio Cast, Lin Manuel Miranda, Lindsay Mendez, Anthony Ramos, Alex Boniello, Gerard Canonico, Antwaun Holley - What the Heck I Gotta Do (21 Chump Street - The Musical, 2014) Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Okieriete Onaodowan, Leslie Odom Jr, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton, Anthony Ramos - My Shot [Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording), 2015] Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jon Rua, Leslie Odom Jr., Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton, Anthony Ramos - Ten Duel Commandments [Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording), 2015] Leslie Odom Jr., Daveed Diggs, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton - Guns and Ships [Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording), 2015] Auli'i Cravalho - How Far I'll Go (From Moana, 2017) Carolina Gaitan, Stephanie Beatriz, Mauro Castillo, Adassa, Encanto - Cast, Rhenzy Feliz, Diane Guerrero - We Don't Talk About Bruno [Encanto (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), 2021] Andrew Garfield, Joshua Henry, Vanessa Hudgens - Boho Days [tick, tick... BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film), 2021] Freestyle Love Supreme -  Sunrise (2019)

Dylan and Connor are joined by Caroline Bowman (Sunset Boulevard, Frozen the Musical). With one look and with one listen, you will certainly be OBSESSED with this week's guest. Caroline, the queen herself, is clad in a green beanie, seated beside her darling doggie Kodak, and ready to mention it ALL with the twins. She spills on standing by for Nicole Scherzinger and Mandy Gonzalez in this season's thrilling revival of Sunset Boulevard on Broadway. At the time of release, Connor and Caroline will have attended a screening of the film version of Wicked (Part 1 obvi), just in time for the musical's 21st anniversary! Caroline divulges on her own Green Girl experience, climbing the challenging yet rewarding mountaintop of playing Elphaba. Caroline is also known for her incredible run as Queen Elsa in Disney's Frozen musical. Over five years and over a thousand performances provide for some incredible stories and lessons for her to share. Stick around for tidbits about Caroline's husband Austin Colby in The Great Gatsby, seeing her theatre sister Kara Lindsay in Once Upon a Mattress, a potential album with Ben Rauhala, and an absolutely gag worthy dose of DRAMA unlike anything you've ever heard - Caroline reveals that she's been cast as Karen in SMASH on Broadway!Follow Caroline 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!

From the spotlight to motherhood, and everything in between! If you've ever wondered how to juggle career highs with personal milestones, this episode is your backstage pass to learning how! We're joined in today's episode by Mandy Gonzalez, an accomplished film, TV, stage actor, and author of the Fearless book series. (You may know her from her role as Nina Rosario on the Broadway hit, In The Heights, or when she played Angelica Schuyler in the megahit Hamilton.) Mandy shares her incredible journey of resilience, family, and creating her own opportunities when the traditional paths didn't align with her vision. She opens up about her early days in New York, starting from humble beginnings and aspiring to make it on Broadway within six months; as well as the challenges and unexpected turns in her career, particularly how she navigated becoming a mother while maintaining her professional identity. We also discuss Mandy's inspiring decision to create her own concert to reclaim her creative expression, and how this step resonated with her life's new rhythms post-motherhood.  This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the power of resilience and the importance of community in navigating the demanding yet rewarding balance between personal aspirations and family commitments. So whether you're a theater enthusiast, a working parent, or someone who loves a good story of grit and grace, this episode is sure to resonate and inspire! #Broadway, #workingmom, #parenting, #parentingpodcast, #SunsetBoulevard, #parentingtips, #balance, #worklifebalance, #teens, #preschoolers, #toddlers, #kids Resources We Shared: Join our newsletter! Get connected to No Guilt Mom and get our FREE 7 ChatGPT prompts that manage your family and home like magic! Create a family meal plan and chore plan in seconds! You can learn more about Mandy HERE! No Guilt Mom Podcast Episode #147: Why You Need Healthy Anxiety vs. Unhealthy Anxiety with Lisa Damour, PhD Check out our recommended books and books from today's podcast guest HERE! Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from today's podcast guest HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Then: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth debrief with a round of parenting Triumphs & Fails — including an update on the Rosen family's move overseas.  Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Then: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth debrief with a round of parenting Triumphs & Fails — including an update on the Rosen family's move overseas.  Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Then: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth debrief with a round of parenting Triumphs & Fails — including an update on the Rosen family's move overseas.  Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode: Lucy sits down with actress and author Mandy Gonzalez for a wide-ranging conversation about parenting, building a creative mom group, and enduring cancer treatment with your head held high. Mandy also answers questions from our own budding Broadway stars. Then: Lucy, Zak, and Elizabeth debrief with a round of parenting Triumphs & Fails — including an update on the Rosen family's move overseas.  Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus to help support our work. Podcast produced by Maura Currie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American singer and actress Mandy Gonzalez has shaped some of Broadway's most well-known characters including Nina Rosario in Lin-Manuel Miranda's breakout "In the Heights," Angelica Schuyler Church in the Tony Award-winning show Hamilton, and the green witch Elphaba in Wicked. Mandy reflects on her 1,400 performances on stage for Hamilton and how she kept it fresh, discusses what happens when you make a mistake mid-show (the white room!), and shares what it's like to join a performance mid-run (the put-in rehearsal!). She tells David why starring with an all-Latino cast in a universal story is still near and dear to her heart, how her Jewish Bubbe sang with her as a child, reflects on her early start with Bette Midler, and explains why she launched her Fearless club.Check out Mandy Gonzalez on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, or the web.Follow Speaking Soundly on Instagram.Follow David on Instagram.You can find out more about Artful Narratives Media on Instagram and the web.Photograph of Mandy by Matthew Murphy.The Speaking Soundly theme song is composed by Joseph Saba/Stewart Winter and used by permission of Videohelper.Speaking Soundly was co-created by David Krauss and Jessica Handelman. This interview has been edited and condensed to fit the time format.Episode copyright © 2023 Artful Narratives Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We'd like to thank you all for listening and participating during season 3. After this episode, we'll be taking a break and will return for season 4 in the fall. Keep your ears open for our return date. Take a listen to some of our favorite responses as to why the arts are important. We would like to thank all of our guests and artists for joining us this year, including Taimane, Laila Biali, Mandy Gonzalez, Javier Muñoz, Pablo Sainz-Villegas, and the many others. More info about the Center for the Arts including the 2023-2024 season can be found: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/ Music by Nolan Harvel  

This week we chat with Brittany Thurman, a native of Kentucky, who has recently published her first children's picture book titled FLY illustrated by Anna Cunha. She worked as a children's specialist at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh which is where the idea to write her own book occurred, and she even took inspiration from one of the children who would come to her storytimes. FLY is the story of a young girl who wants to enter a double dutch jump rope competition but doesn't know how to double dutch. She asks her friends for tips and while they don't know how either, they each give her a piece of knowledge that helps her be more confident in her dreams. In this episode, she tells about the creation of this book as well as other books that she has in the pipeline, including one about the first public library built for and staffed by African Americans in the United States, which is the Western branch of the Louisville Free Public Library system. Brittany is a very busy new author. You can find Brittany on instagram at @britjanee and at her website at www.brittanythurman.com. Follow us on Facebook at The Perks of Being a Book Lover or on Instagram at @perksof beingabookoverpod to see what we're up to. For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Fly by Brittany Thurman and Illustrated by Anna Cunha 2- Fearless: Boulevard of Dreams by Mandy Gonzalez with Brittany Thurman 3- Forever and Always by Brittany Thurman 4- Addie Walker--American Girl series 5- Goosebumps series by R.L.Stine 6- Replica series by Marilyn Kaye 7- Mary Kate & Ashley series 8- A Surgeon in the Village: An American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa by Tony Bartelme 9- Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese 10- Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi 11- Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 12- Stunt Boy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds 13- A Comb of Wishes by Lisa Stringfellow 14- Red, White and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

This week we chat with Brittany Thurman, a native of Kentucky, who has recently published her first children's picture book titled FLY illustrated by Anna Cunha. She worked as a children's specialist at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh which is where the idea to write her own book occurred, and she even took inspiration from one of the children who would come to her storytimes. FLY is the story of a young girl who wants to enter a double dutch jump rope competition but doesn't know how to double dutch. She asks her friends for tips and while they don't know how either, they each give her a piece of knowledge that helps her be more confident in her dreams. In this episode, she tells about the creation of this book as well as other books that she has in the pipeline, including one about the first public library built for and staffed by African Americans in the United States, which is the Western branch of the Louisville Free Public Library system. Brittany is a very busy new author. You can find Brittany on instagram at @britjanee and at her website at www.brittanythurman.com. Follow us on Facebook at The Perks of Being a Book Lover or on Instagram at @perksof beingabookoverpod to see what we're up to. For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Fly by Brittany Thurman and Illustrated by Anna Cunha 2- Fearless: Boulevard of Dreams by Mandy Gonzalez with Brittany Thurman 3- Forever and Always by Brittany Thurman 4- Addie Walker--American Girl series 5- Goosebumps series by R.L.Stine 6- Replica series by Marilyn Kaye 7- Mary Kate & Ashley series 8- A Surgeon in the Village: An American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa by Tony Bartelme 9- Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese 10- Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi 11- Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 12- Stunt Boy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds 13- A Comb of Wishes by Lisa Stringfellow 14- Red, White and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

Broadway stars Mandy Gonzalez & Javier Muñoz join the podcast!    Mandy is highly known for starring as Angelica Schuyler on the hit show Hamilton and Nina Rosario on In the Heights.   Javier is equally as known for starring as Alexander Hamilton in Hamilton after Lin-Manuel Miranda departed the show. Javier is currently on Broadway starring in the pre-Broadway run of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: A NEW MUSICAL. He plays Miranda Priestley's right-hand man, “Nigel”.   Listen in as Jacqueline Thornell, a Theatre Directing major at Pepperdine interviews them about their acting journey, advice for the next generation of theatre & entertainment professionals, and why they believe the arts are important.   Ticket link: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/events/2022-2023-season/pepperdine-opera-hms-pinafore.htm More info about the Center for the Arts can be found: https://arts.pepperdine.edu/ Music by Nolan Harvel  

With just a week before my birthday, the depression hits about getting older. In the meantime, enjoy Nellie and I making jokes about Milo Greene and Mandy Gonzalez, talking about the New Hampshire Highland Games and meeting Nati Dreddd and more. We laughed, I got sad, Nellie cheered me up and we'd repeat. but we hope you get a kick out of our shenanigans.

Mandy Gonzalez talks with Lorena Mora-Mowry about her career, her childhood, what it means to be a Latina in the industry today, her work to encourage young people to pursue creative work, and her debut with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra on the first concert of the 2022-23 season: Hear Me Roar: A Celebration of Women in Song. The program is a musical celebration of iconic divas of soul, pop, Broadway, R&B, and jazz. Mandy Gonzalez originated the role of Nina Rosario in the Tony Award-winning musical In The Heights by Lin Manuel Miranda; starred as Elphaba in the Broadway production of Wicked; and is currently starring as Angelica Schulyer in the 11-time Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton, also by Lin Manuel Miranda. Mandy received an OBIE Award and overwhelming critical praise for her performance in the Off-Broadway production of “Eli's Comin'”, directed by Diane Paulus and based on the music and lyrics of renowned singer-songwriter Laura Nyro. Equally at home on the big and small screen, she has appeared in “Across the Universe” directed by Julie Taymor, “After” starring opposite Pablo Schreiber and “Man on a Ledge” with Sam Worthington. Most recently, Mandy had a recurring role on the ABC drama thriller “Quantico”. On Sunday evenings, television viewers can find her working at The White House on the CBS breakout hit “Madam Secretary”. Mandy can be heard as the voice of Mei in Disney's “Mulan 2” and on recordings of the original Broadway cast album of “In the Heights”, “Kerrigan-Lowdermilk Live” and “The Man Who Would Be King”. Source: mandygonzalez.com

Billy Blanks Jr. BIO: Self-taught and working professionally from his youth, Billy Blanks Jr. has gained much exposure and experience in the world of dance and entertainment. As a young teen he choreographed school musical productions and created after school dance groups. As Billy's notoriety grew, he earned roles as a dancer in music videos with Paula Abdul, Madonna, Celine Dion, Crystal Method (directed by Gore Verbinski), Quincy Jones, and Babyface. His credits include TV appearances on Dr. Oz, Meredith Vieria, The Ellen Show, Home & Family, American Dreams with Alicia Keys, The Practice, Sister Sister, Kids Incorporated, Homeboys From Outer Space, My Cousin Skeeter, and The Tonight Show. Billy starred as Tyrone Jackson in the US and European touring companies of the Broadway musical Fame. He went on to direct and choreograph the WeSparkle Take II Celebrity Concert with Tom Hanks, Jason Alexander, Brian Cranston, Joey Lawrence, Britney Spears, Michael Chiklis, Hal Sparks, the cast of Will & Grace, and more. He also choreographed the end sequence for the movie I Hope You Dance. Billy made his directorial debut in NYC at Madison Square Garden directing One Night With The Stars starring Broadway Legends Betty Buckley, Lainie Kazan, Telly Leung, Mandy Gonzalez, Constantine, Tom Bergeron, Jordin Sparks, Noah Galvin, Fran Drescher, and many more. Billy was the Artistic Director of the newly renovated historical Wall Street Theater in Norwalk Connecticut. Over time, Billy has become the face for the new generation of fitness with his revolutionary dance program, Dance It Out! He made history on the hit TV show Shark Tank after turning down a deal proposed by Mark Cuban and Daymond John when the latter shark left the tank and talked Billy into taking the deal. The result was his business Dance It Out® (DIO®) becoming the fastest growing fitness based dance program in America! Dance It Out is also now a new Hit Lifestyle Talk show on The Lifetime Network. Billy is the son of Tae Bo® creator Billy Blanks. In October 2015, Billy Blanks Jr. launched the MoveTube Network where he produces and directs feel good workouts, motivational content, and other inspirational videos featuring today's hottest dancers and celebrities. Billy is the host/creator of televisions first Moving Talks Show that premiered on the LIFETIME Network

Connor and Dylan are joined by Mandy Gonzalez (In the Heights, Hamilton). Listen in for a thrilling chat as the twins learn about Mandy's Broadway debut in AIDA, standing by for Idina Menzel, co-starring with Joshua Bassett in Better Nate Than Ever, her book series Fearless, being known for “Breathe” from In the Heights, creating representation in art, Mandy's working relationship with her “brother” Lin Manuel Miranda, binging the new Bridgerton season, The Worst Person in the World losing Oscars, Kristin Chenoweth and Sutton Foster's memoirs, and returning “home” to the Richard Rodgers Theatre to play Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton.Follow Mandy on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & InstagramFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanGet your DRAMA merch (t-shirts, stickers, and more) HERE!SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HERE! Support us and help us continue producing content!Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, rate us 5 stars, and leave a kind review!

This week we chat with Brittany Thurman, a native of Kentucky, who has recently published her first children's picture book titled Fly illustrated by Anna Cunha. She worked as a children's specialist at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh which is where the idea to write her own book occurred, and she even took inspiration from one of the children who would come to her storytimes. Fly is the story of a young girl who wants to enter a double dutch jump rope competition but doesn't know how to double dutch. She asks her friends for tips and while they don't know how either, they each give her a piece of knowledge that helps her be more confident in her dreams. In this episode, she tells about the creation of this book as well as other books that she has in the pipeline, including one about the first public library built for and staffed by African Americans in the United States, which is the Western branch of the Louisville Free Public Library system. Brittany is a very busy new author. You can find Brittany on instagram at @britjanee and at her website at www.brittanythurman.com. Follow us on Facebook at The Perks of Being a Book Lover or on Instagram at @perksofbeingabookoverpod to see what we're up to. For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Fly by Brittany Thurman and Illustrated by Anna Cunha 2- Fearless: Boulevard of Dreams by Mandy Gonzalez with Brittany Thurman 3- Forever and Always by Brittany Thurman 4- Addie Walker--American Girl series 5- Goosebumps series by R.L.Stine 6- Replica series by Marilyn Kaye 7- Mary Kate & Ashley series 8- A Surgeon in the Village: An American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa by Tony Bartelme 9- Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese 10- Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi 11- Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 12- Stunt Boy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds 13- A Comb of Wishes by Lisa Stringfellow 14- Red, White and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

This week we chat with Brittany Thurman, a native of Kentucky, who has recently published her first children's picture book titled FLY illustrated by Anna Cunha. She worked as a children's specialist at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh which is where the idea to write her own book occurred, and she even took inspiration from one of the children who would come to her storytimes. FLY is the story of a young girl who wants to enter a double dutch jump rope competition but doesn't know how to double dutch. She asks her friends for tips and while they don't know how either, they each give her a piece of knowledge that helps her be more confident in her dreams. In this episode, she tells about the creation of this book as well as other books that she has in the pipeline, including one about the first public library built for and staffed by African Americans in the United States, which is the Western branch of the Louisville Free Public Library system. Brittany is a very busy new author. You can find Brittany on instagram at @britjanee and at her website at www.brittanythurman.com. Follow us on Facebook at The Perks of Being a Book Lover or on Instagram at @perksof beingabookoverpod to see what we're up to. For show notes for any episode, go to our website at www.perksofbeingabooklover.com. Books Mentioned in this Episode: 1- Fly by Brittany Thurman and Illustrated by Anna Cunha 2- Fearless: Boulevard of Dreams by Mandy Gonzalez with Brittany Thurman 3- Forever and Always by Brittany Thurman 4- Addie Walker--American Girl series 5- Goosebumps series by R.L.Stine 6- Replica series by Marilyn Kaye 7- Mary Kate & Ashley series 8- A Surgeon in the Village: An American Doctor Teaches Brain Surgery in Africa by Tony Bartelme 9- Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese 10- Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi 11- Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi 12- Stunt Boy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds 13- A Comb of Wishes by Lisa Stringfellow 14- Red, White and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

Mandy Gonzalez is an actress and author. She is currently starring as Angelica in the Broadway hit "Hamilton". Mandy is best known for her portrayal of Nina Rosario in In "The Heights" She has also starred in "Lennon", "Dance Of The Vampires", "Aida" and  "Wicked.  In this episode, Mandy talks about first meeting Lin-Manuel Miranda in the Drama Book Shop basement, her journey with cancer and wellness, and her you young adult book series, Fearless.  Crazy Sexy Cancer Mandy Gonzalez Drama Book Shop

Mandy Gonzalez is an actress and author. She is currently starring as Angelica in the Broadway hit "Hamilton". Mandy is best known for her portrayal of Nina Rosario in In "The Heights" She has also starred in "Lennon", "Dance Of The Vampires", "Aida" and  "Wicked.  In this episode, Mandy talks about first meeting Lin-Manuel Miranda in the Drama Book Shop basement, her journey with cancer and wellness, and her you young adult book series, Fearless.  Crazy Sexy Cancer Mandy Gonzalez Drama Book Shop

Broadway performer Mandy Gonzalez — who most recently appeared as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton — joins Zibby to discuss her new middle-grade novel, Fearless, as well as how her own journey served as inspiration for the story. Mandy shares how she first fell in love with theater by listening to old records with her grandmother, when she realized she wanted to write a book like this for her fans, and why it's important for young artists to surround themselves with creativity. Purchase on Amazon or Bookshop.Amazon: https://amzn.to/3uv3r46Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3wzZEUk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mandy Gonzalez is an Obie and Drama Desk-winning singer, actress and author. She is so ferociously talented and has such a fierce belt that she was nicknamed “The Beast.” Mandy stars on Broadway in Hamilton as Angelica Schuyler and also originated the role of Nina Rosario in the Tony–winning Broadway musical In The Heights. Mandy played Elphaba in the Broadway production of Wicked and is also a Warner Music artist and released her chart-topping debut album, “Fearless.” She can also be seen as Lucy Knox in Madam Secretary. Mandy is the proud founder of #FearlessSquad, a social media movement for inclusiveness and positivity which connects millions of people around the world. She just released her first children's book, Fearless about twelve-year-old Monica Garcia who travels to New York City with her grandmother to pursue her Broadway dream. For more visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Fearless/Mandy-Gonzalez/Fearless-Series/9781534468955 This episode was recorded on April 29, 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first of two episodes of Hard NOC Life releasing this week, Keith sits down with Broadway superstar and now, children's book author, Mandy Gonzalez to talk about her new middle grade novel, Fearless. They also talk about her career -- from originating the role of Nina for In the Heights to replacing Renee Elise Goldsberry as Angelica in Hamilton -- and why being fearless has helped her cope while Broadway is shut down. All this and more on Hard NOC Life! Watch it on your screen, hit "play," and check this. Subscribe to all of the podcasts in the Hard NOC Media family on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, NPR One, Spotify, and now on Stitcher Radio! Support us on GoFundMe and Patreon! Buy merch on TeePublic! Subscribe to our YouTube channel! As always, our official theme music is brought to you by the super team of Adam WarRock and Chops.

From Nina in In the Heights , Angelica in Hamilton, Elphaba in Wicked, Amneris in Aida, and many more, Mandy Gonzalez has carved out her own unique niche on Broadway and in music, TV, and film. She’s as passionate onstage as she is off, lending her vocal talents, time, and energy in support of a number of important causes. Join this triple threat as she talks about surviving breast cancer, her multifaceted career, and much more. Looking for ways to give back? Learn more about the worthy organizations discussed in this episode: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center EMPATHY! Concert Connect with Mandy: Website: MandyGonzalez.com Facebook: @mandygonzalez22 Twitter: @_mandygonzalez Instagram: @mandy.gonzalez Fearless book #FEARLESSSQUAD Connect with The Broadway Gives Back Podcast: Facebook: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Instagram: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Twitter: @broadwaygives Hosted & Executive Produced by Jan Svendsen and co-produced & edited by Jim Lochner. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network. Special thanks to Dori Berinstein, Alan Seales, Brittany Bigelow, Katie Rosin, and Yo Nikolova from BPN; Julian Hills from The Bulldog Agency; Eric Becker and Broderick Street Music; the Charity Network; and Glenn Weiss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of Broadway's leading ladies, Mandy Gonzalez played Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, originated the role of Nina in In the Heights and played Elphaba in Wicked (and that's not even everything!). Now she can add author to her resume with her new book Fearless! Mandy discusses being both Mexican-American and Jewish and how she did not fit neatly into a box for other people. She talks about her identity and the journey she went on to clarify it, despite many in the industry telling her she had to change in some way to succeed. We hear how it affected her move to New York to pursue a career on Broadway and the fearless pursuit of her dream. She was never afraid of failing because she didn't worry what people would think if something did not work out (and it totally worked out!). Mandy also opens up about her journey with breast cancer and how her Fearless Squad offered her support she did not know she would need. As we wrap up the conversation, we talk about the importance of self-care for us women and why we should not feel selfish for taking time to look after ourselves. Our email this week (43:29) is about why your mineral loose powder foundation might be changing color over the course of the day.Call Outs from the Episode: Mandy GonzalezMandy Gonzalez on TwitterMandy Gonzalez on Instagram#FEARLESSSQUADFearless BookPriscilla LopezBette MidlerEli's CominTweetables:“I always felt like I belonged with the people that loved me.” — @_mandygonzalez [0:08:24]“I felt like I had to see my own way and imagine things that maybe weren’t possible yet or weren’t out there yet. So, in that way, I had to dream. I had to dream really big.” — @_mandygonzalez [0:15:54]“I’ve learned that your dream is going to take a lot of different turns and that’s okay. Because that’s your journey.” — @_mandygonzalez [0:18:03]“Being able to rely on your family, knowing that from birth, has been such a gift for my life because I really lucked out with a great family.” — @_mandygonzalez [0:28:26]Come have fun with us!Our private Facebook Group: Erin’s Faces Green Beauty GatheringInstagram: @erinsfacesEmail: questions@beautyfullstories.com Website: erinsfaces.com

In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Museum of Jewish Heritage held a special event, “18 Voices: A Liberation Day Reading Of Young Writers' Diaries From The Holocaust.” We sit down with Broadway actress Mandy Gonzalez, who read diary excerpts during the virtual reading, and Alexandra Zapruder, curator of “18 Voices” and author of “Salvaged Pages.” Then, we speak to Lahav Harkov, Senior Contributing Editor and Diplomatic Correspondent for The Jerusalem Post, about Israel's record-shattering vaccine rollout and the controversy over access for Palestinians. Finally, to close out the episode, past president of AJC Westchester/Fairfield Beverly Block Rosenbaum shares the story of her mother, a survivor of multiple concentration camps who was told by a Nazi officer that she was “too pretty to be a Jew,” to which she bravely replied: “I am a Jew and I'm proud of it.” ___________________ Episode Lineup (00:45) Mandy Gonzalez (11:28) Alexandra Zapruder (27:41) Lahav Harkov (38:15) Beverly Block Rosenbaum (43:32) Manya Brachear Pashman (46:48) Seffi Kogen ___________________ Show notes: Watch Museum of Jewish Heritage's 18 Voices event Transcript of Interview with Lahav Harkov

Star of Hamilton and breast cancer survivor, Mandy Gonzalez shares her journey through a diagnosis, the decision to go public with the news, and enduring chemotherapy during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown. Even when faced with the most difficult situation, she never lost sight of the light, pushing through with the help of her family, her “core four”, and the passion that drives her to continue to create even when bedridden from treatment. Mandy’s first book in her YA Series, Fearless comes out in April and our conversation with her leaves no doubt that she is not only the embodiment of the word, but a beacon of positivity to which we all should aspire. Find more info about the podcast via BPN.fm/mamas.  Produced by Dori Berinstein and Alan Seales. Edited by Derek Gunther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mandy Gonzalez is a singer and actress born in Santa Clarita Valley, California. She is known for her leading roles on Broadway, including her role of Angelica in the Broadway production of Hamilton. She originated the role of Nina Rosario in the Off-Broadway and Broadway productions of the musical In the Heights. In 2010 and 2011, she played Elphaba in the Broadway production of Wicked. Mandy has appeared in many television series including The Good Wife, Third Watch, Quantico and many others. She has been recorded for the original cast recording of In The Heights, the Disney animated movie Mulan II, and her own solo album Fearless which she released in 2017.

Work Like a Mother with Mandy Gonzalez on her path to Broadway, taking a break to start a family, and struggling to get back into it after time at home with her daughter

This week we bring you two of the best! Hamilton and In the Heights Stars Mandy Gonzalez and Javier Munoz! They are both funny, sweet, incredibly talented, and survivors! It is an honor you are not going to want to miss!

"Hamilton" Star Mandy Gonzalez is here! She is creating virtual concerts and we talk all about it. She is joined by Jonathan Hawkins. Hear how she is making art in these times. Then the Legendary Songstress Nita Whitaker is here to talk all about the racial inequality and what she thinks can help us all make the world a better brighter place.

This week's guest is Mandy Gonzalez. Mandy is best known for originating the role of Nina Rosario in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Award-winning musical In the Heights. She then went on to star as Angelica Schuyler in the smash hit Hamilton.  You can listen to Mandy's album: Fearless, and pre-order her book "Fearless."  Join the #FearlessSquad!  We speak about Mandy's Origin Story, Broadway experiences, surviving cancer, Fearless Squad and so much more. Please note: we discuss gun violence in the last part of the conversation.  Enjoy our conversation from May 14th recorded for my live YouTube series: The SHO Must Go On...line!  If you like what you heard, please subscribe, rate and review, so you can be a spy on the inside for future episodes. Thanks to all the SHOtreons and special shout-out to the SHOstopper and SHOnanigans levels. Alyssa Walles, Ashley Stasak, John Benson, Shannon Wheeler, Judy Cotner, Naomi Cotner, Lisa Michelle Martin O'Neill, Eva Fink Clausen, Andrea Gilderhus, Theresa Piliero and Julie Larkin. If This Was Your Jam, You Can Become A SHOtreon! Head Over To Patreon.Com/bwaySHO. We Do Weekly Trivia And Monthly Video Chats! It's A Fun Time, Come Check It Out. Thanks As Always To Khayle Braxton Aka Gedun For These Awesome Beats, Jelani Remy For The Beautiful Intro Riff, Alex Brightman for the SHO time promo, Chelsey Hill AKA Illustrating Diva, For The Cool Cover Art, all the wonderful guests and all of you for listening! We don't know the future of live theatre, or when Broadway will be back, but we do know it's on all of us to get through this pandemic. Wear a mask, be safe and let's take care of ourselves. @mandy.gonzalez / @bwaySHO / @bwaySHOpodcast / bwaySHO.com Proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network See you at the SHO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are musicians, composers, arrangers, orchestrators and then there is James Sampliner. He is a pianist, composer, arranger, orchestrator, conductor, music producer, percussionist and music copyist.  Much beloved by the New York theater community, James has collaborated with Audra McDonald, Billy Porter, Leslie Odom Jr., Patina Miller, Chuck Cooper, Shoshana Bean, Annaleigh Ashford, Norm Lewis, Sara Ramirez, Lillias White, Mandy Gonzalez, Rob McClure, Tracie Thoms, Eden Espinosa, James Naughton, Debra Monk, Tituss Burgess, Will Swenson, Bebe Neuwirth, Jason Robert Brown, Susan Stroman, Hal Prince and many others. Most recently he co-produced, arranged and music directed the album “Along the Way” with Bobby Conte Thornton. This episode was recorded on June 2, 2020.  Produced in part by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of Bagels and Broadway, Franke Previte, Academy-award winning songwriter (“Dirty Dancing”) talks about his new song out, “One World” that was actually released many years ago for a very different reason. The CEO and Artistic Director of the Berkshire Theatre Group, Kate Maguire, describes how the company’s new version of “Godspell” will be staged safely and securely this summer. Plus chef and restaurant consultant Vincent Tropepe weighs in about the issues surrounding the new outdoor structures that restaurateurs have built. And Broadway performer Mandy Gonzalez shares her wish to perform in "Hamilton" on stage again, whenever Broadway re-opens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode, Matt speaks to one of Broadway’s most fearless stars, Mandy Gonzalez. From “Aida” to “Wicked” to “In the Heights” to “Hamilton,” Gonzalez is one of Broadway’s most talented and consistent performers. But, last fall, she was diagnosed with breast and began undergoing treatment while she was playing read more

On this edition of "Bagels and Broadway",  Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez discusses breast cancer awareness with her new series, "Broadway's Best for Breast Cancer". International opera singer Monica Yunus, co-founder of Sing for Hope, shares information about singing telegrams for purchase.  Also, the Executive Director of Foundation of Freedom, Earl Thomason Jr.,talks about how his organization provides meals for essential workers, and the peaceful protests they organize. Plus Eric Nalbone, VP of marketing for Drum,  a new platform matching businesses with individuals who promote them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of West of Broadway, Will talks with Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti who is bringing her one-woman act to Walnut Creek, California's Lesher Center for the Arts on Friday, January 31st. In her show titled, "Tales from Soprano Isle," Laura will be performing alongside a pianist for a night that will leave you in awe and in stitches. We also discuss her participation in the remarkable benefit album, "Singing You Home, Children’s Songs for Family Reunification" where she gathered other award-winning artists to raise money and awareness for families in need at our border. Featuring tracks from Lin-Manuel Miranda & Mandy Gonzalez, Josh Groban & Idina Menzel, Audra McDonald & Jason Robert Brown, Kristin Chenoweth, Cynthia Erivo, Ingrid Michaelson & Ana Villafañe, and a duet with Laura Benanti & Isabella Preston with backup vocals from the Broadway Baby Mamas. The album was conceived by Laura Benanti and produced by Benanti, Mary-Mitchell Campbell and Lynn Pinto. All artists, musicians, technicians and recording studios donated their time and talents to the project, so that a substantial portion of the proceeds from the English / Spanish language album will go directly to the non-profit organizations RAICES and ASTEP to help reunite and support families separated at the border. Available at: https://www.ghostlightrecords.com/singing-you-home-childrens-songs-for-family-reunification.html Lastly, we'll learn Laura's secret tip for staying focused, productive and at the top of her game! (Spoiler alert, It's meditation!) If you'd like to see Laura's show on the 31st, or just keep up with all the exciting projects she's working on, go to LauraBenanti.com where you'll find links to everything you need! Links: http://laurabenanti.com/ https://twitter.com/LauraBenanti https://www.instagram.com/laurabenanti/ https://lesherartscenter.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1303 http://westofbroadwaypodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/willarmstrongpr/ https://www.facebook.com/WillAndLara/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philly's favorite holiday tradition jump starts the season with an exciting new twist! This year, the POPS makes its Christmas debut at The Met Philadelphia with A Philly POPS Uptown Christmas. These two special performances will star Tituss Burgess of Little Mermaid and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt fame, last year's beloved Hamilton star Mandy Gonzalez, and hometown Latin pop star Luis Figueroa. Conducted by Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell, the performance will also feature another POPS fan-favorite — The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir. I spoke with Karen Corbin, COO of the Philly POPS. https://www.phillypops.org/concerts-events/philly-pops-uptown-christmas

Welcome To What's Going a Show About making a difference in our communities and in ourselves. By the time this show airs I will have run the Rothman 8 k which is part of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend. I suspect I will be taking a lot of Advil and soaking my feet but it was worth it because by running I raised money for the American Association for Cancer Research. If you want to put money towards an organization that supports the researchers working to end cancers – this is it. And you can donate by going to WWW.aacr.org/donate. In a few minutes you'll hear from Keith Taggart AACR Ambassador and a man who directly benefited from the cutting edge research supported by the AACR.– The airwaves belong to the public but it may not always feel that way – except when it comes to PhillyCAM – Community Access Media that empowers people from all walks of life with the opportunity to learn how to create TV and radio shows and provides a platform to create media on just about anything ranging from where people from all different types of communities have the opportunity to share their views and information on just about anything—arts and culture, sports, cooking, religion, education, local issues, national news, health concernshttps://phillycam.org/. I spoke to the General Manager of PhillyCAM's Radio station WPPM and producer the PhillyCAM Ambassador Toni J. First Philly's favorite holiday tradition jump starts the season with an exciting new twist! This year, the POPS makes its Christmas debut at The Met Philadelphia with A Philly POPS Uptown Christmas. These two special performances will star Tituss Burgess of Little Mermaid and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt fame, last year's beloved Hamilton star Mandy Gonzalez, and hometown Latin pop star Luis Figueroa. Conducted by Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell, the performance will also feature another POPS fan-favorite — The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir. https://www.phillypops.org/concerts-events/philly-pops-uptown-christmas

Welcome to Insight a show about Empowering our Community – I'm Loraine Ballard Morrill and by the time our program airs I will have run the Rothman 8 k – which is part of the AACR Philadelphia Marathon Weekend which concludes today with the Marathon. As I record this I'm looking into crystal ball and I predict my feet will be soaking in Epsom salts and I'll be sipping my tea with a side of Advil - but it will have been worth it because thanks to you I raised a thousand dollars for the American Association for Cancer Research the first and largest foundation supporting cutting edge research. Yes my feet may be achy but my heart is satisfied I did something to help end the cancers that have impacted the people I love. You can help by making a contribution big or small to www.aacr.org/donate.I love meeting people and I met Khemist, a young artist who combines rap, spoken word, jazz and a message who has a new single out called I Been On A Budget which could serve as an unofficial national anthem for anyone who's worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. https://fanlink.to/khemist The airwaves belong to the public but it may not always feel that way – except when it comes to PhillyCam – Community Access Media that empowers people from all walks of life with the opportunity to learn how to create TV and radio shows and provides a platform to create media on just about anything ranging from where people from all different types of communities have the opportunity to share their views and information on just about anything—arts and culture, sports, cooking, religion, education, local issues, national news, health concernshttps://phillycam.org/First Philly's favorite holiday tradition jump starts the season with an exciting new twist! This year, the POPS makes its Christmas debut at The Met Philadelphia with A Philly POPS Uptown Christmas. These two special performances will star Tituss Burgess of Little Mermaid and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt fame, last year's beloved Hamilton star Mandy Gonzalez, and hometown Latin pop star Luis Figueroa. Conducted by Principal Guest Conductor David Charles Abell, the performance will also feature another POPS fan-favorite — The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir. https://www.phillypops.org/concerts-events/philly-pops-uptown-christmas

This week, host Christine Toy Johnson leads TALKBACK on a journey to understand why representation, or the lack of it, has real and lasting impact on actors and audiences alike. Mandy Gonzalez shares her personal journey from seeking herself in others onstage to becoming a role model for others. Pun Bandhu, Porsche McGovern, and Todd London discuss the variety of studies tracking inclusion in theater workplaces, the grim truth of the current math, and how seeing these studies is slowly changing minds and rosters.  TalkBack is distributed by the Broadway Podcast Network. Like and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. For episode transcripts and exclusive content visit us on the web at  dramatistsguild.com. Keep the conversation going on Twitter using #DGTalkBack

The Seattle Mariners dropped their last two to the New York Yankees, as poor pitching from the starters drowned them. Host Andy Patton talks about that and then goes into detail about Keon Broxton's hilariously unintentional batting glove toss, which happened to hit umpire Mandy Gonzalez in the face and resulted in an ejection and a somewhat undeserved two-game suspension for the center fielder. Finally, Patton finishes up detailing the two former Mariners who celebrated a birthday on Tuesday, including a three-time All-Star and the brother of a Hall of Famer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seattle Mariners dropped their last two to the New York Yankees, as poor pitching from the starters drowned them. Host Andy Patton talks about that and then goes into detail about Keon Broxton's hilariously unintentional batting glove toss, which happened to hit umpire Mandy Gonzalez in the face and resulted in an ejection and a somewhat undeserved two-game suspension for the center fielder. Finally, Patton finishes up detailing the two former Mariners who celebrated a birthday on Tuesday, including a three-time All-Star and the brother of a Hall of Famer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two of our season finale, the Story Pirates learn more about their unexpected guest and find out where they are headed next. Featuring two new stories: “Pet Store or Food Store?,” a story about a very confused business establishment, written by a 7 year old from North Carolina named Eli, and “A Dinosaur Ate Me,” a mini-operetta (featuring Mandy Gonzalez and James Monroe Iglehart) that is a word-for-word adaptation of a story by a 5 year old from Pennsylvania named Nuala. 

Mandy Gonzalez possesses one of the most powerful and versatile contemporary voices of our time. She is currently starring in the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton”. She is best known for her emotional portrayal of Nina Rosario in the Tony Award winning, Lin-Manuel Miranda Broadway musical “In the Heights”, a role she originally created Off Broadway at 37 Arts and which received a Drama Desk Award for Best Ensemble. She starred as Elphaba in the Broadway production of “Wicked”, blowing the roof off of New York’s Gershwin Theatre each night as she belted out signature song “Defying Gravity” and for which she was rewarded with a Broadway.com Award for Best Replacement. Other Broadway roles include Princess Amneris in the Elton John and Tim Rice musical “Aida” and the Broadway show “Lennon” where she portrayed multiple roles including that of Beatles’ icon John Lennon. Mandy made her Broadway debut in Jim Steinman’s “Dance of the Vampires” starring opposite Michael Crawford.Mandy received an OBIE Award and overwhelming critical praise for her performance in the Off-Broadway production of “Eli’s Comin’”, directed by Diane Paulus and based on the music and lyrics of renowned singer-songwriter Laura Nyro.Equally at home on the big and small screen, she has appeared in “Across the Universe” directed by Julie Taymor, “After” starring opposite Pablo Schreiber and “Man on a Ledge” with Sam Worthington. Most recently, Mandy had a recurring role on the ABC drama thriller “Quantico”. On Sunday evenings, television viewers can find her working at The White House on the CBS breakout hit “Madam Secretary”.Mandy can be heard as the voice of Mei in Disney’s “Mulan 2” and on recordings of the original Broadway cast album of “In the Heights”, “Kerrigan-Lowdermilk Live” and “The Man Who Would Be King”. Mandy has released her first solo album- Fearless.

Laura Heywood interviews Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez, aka Hamilton's Angelica Schuyler, aka In The Heights' Nina Rosario, aka Wicked's Elphaba, aka Aida's Princess Amneris, aka upcoming The Who's Tommy's Mrs. Walker at the Kennedy Center, aka founder & leader of the incredibly inspiring #FearlessSquad!  In "Yes, And..." Mandy reveals that she is working on her first book -- a chapter book for young readers that (she wouldn't confirm or deny) may be about Fearlessness, expected by the end of 2019.  In "Tweets & Sass" Mandy discusses the impact of using social media for good, including the growth of an entire support and motivation community that sprouted from a single photo with her Hamilton cast mates.  Mandy's "Just 'Cause" is UNICEF USA, for whom she volunteers and advocates -- we encourage listeners to donate via www.UNICEF.org! In addition, Laura and Mandy bond over their proud dads, geek out over theatrical idols, and laugh so hard they both cry when they realize just how much they have in common.  To listen LIVE and get every episode on demand A WEEK EARLY, subscribe at www.DNRstudios.com/laura (at least eight episodes a month for just $6.95, plus over 100 additional hours of content from other DNR Studios shows)!  Please rate, share, subscribe and like this episode. Every time you do these things, more people discover the show and that helps us continue to make it! To contribute financially to the future of Laura Heywood Interviews, visit www.LauraHeywoodMedia.com/support.  For sponsorship opportunities, email LHeywoodMedia@gmail.com!

A crumbling marriage and secrecy about finances led Lewis Bennett to murder his wife, Isabella Hellmann, at sea and then stage her death to look like an accident. Nancy Grace looks at the evidence against Bennett with a panel including forensic psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Bober, forensics expert Joseph Scott Morgan, Atlanta lawyer & juvenile judge Ashley Willcott, and Crime Stories reporter John Lemley. Nancy also visits with songwriter Greer Baxter and Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez about their musical collaboration "Line in the Sand," an inspiring song on the new album "Fandango at the Wall."

This week Julie, Miranda, and Zane will chat with Taylor Davidson about which of life's truths can be gleaned from In The Heights!- FURTHER READING -WikiIMDbiTunesSpotify- CELEBRITY SHOUTOUTS -Lin-Manuel Miranda, Quiara Alegría Hudes, Mandy Gonzalez, Christopher Jackson, Karen Olivo, Olga Merediz, Carlos Gomez, Priscilla Lopez, Robin de Jesús, Andréa Burns, Janet Dacal, Seth Stewart, Javier Muñoz, Corbin Bleu, Janet Dacal, Jordin Sparks, Justina Machado, Bianca Marroquín, David Del RioLike us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! Support us on Patreon!Email us: musicalstaughtmepodcast@gmail.comVisit our home on the web thatsnotcanonproductions.comOur theme song and interstitial music all by the one and only Benedict Braxton Smith. Find out more about him at www.benedictbraxtonsmith.com

Mandy Gonzalez (IN THE HEIGHTS, HAMILTON) talks with Rory from her dressing room in the Richard Rodgers Theatre where she currently brings down the house playing "Angelica" in HAMILTON. The same dressing room she had for IN THE HEIGHTS. Mandy has an incredible story that starts with the unlikely union of her parents, leaving college at 19 to become a back up singer for Bette Midler, and performing in Broadway hits (and one big flop). 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

Singer. Broadway star. Revolutionary. How Mandy Gonzalez commands — and captivates — on stage and in person.Love the show? Show your love and become a Latina to Latina insider here!

Host Don Marsh talked with actress and singer Mandy Gonzalez about her career, starring in "Hamilton" and upcoming performance in St. Louis.

Emily Roney is back this week and she goes IN on what it's like to not only dress Mandy Gonzalez in Hamilton on Broadway but to also work as her Right Hand Man aka Personal Assistant. We talk #FearlessSquad, the strength of the women who play the Schuyler Sisters, and Emily gives amazing life advice about how to find your passion and achieve your goals. And! We talk more about backstage at Hamilton, including stories about Leslie Odom Jr. and Daveed Diggs, and Renee Elise Goldsberry winning the 2016 Tony Award for playing Angelica. #BwaySoundbites feat. The Schuyler Sisters “I'll Be There” via Mandy Gonzalez on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEWoH1NtTuY

Actors Daniel Breaker, Bryan Terrell Clark, and Mandy Gonzalez, now appearing in Broadway’s biggest hit musical "Hamilton" talk with co-hosts Julie Halston and Susan Haskins.

This episode is all about the smash-hit musical Hamilton as we welcome into the studio Mandy Gonzalez (In the Heights, Wicked), Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Memphis) & Joanna A. Jones (Thriller Live). Host Ben Cameron and the guests chat about the first shows they ever saw on stage, mentors who inspired them to pursue career in theatre, what it means to be a part of one of the biggest shows in theatre history & projects outside of the theatre. Additionally, JMI & Ben square off in a rap battle, and the group answers fan questions submitted via social media. Check out exclusive videos on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/TheBroadwayCast Follow us and tag us across all social platforms @THEBROADWAYCAST and your question could be featured on the show! https://www.facebook.com/TheBroadwayCast/ https://twitter.com/TheBroadwayCast https://www.instagram.com/TheBroadwayCast/

The star of In the Heights and Hamilton talks about her career and her new album, Fearless. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Host Jack Rico is joined by actress/singer Mandy Gonzalez and media/tech analyst Rich Greenfield. Gonzalez (9:35), who is currently playing the role of Angelica Schuyler in the mega-smash Broadway hit Hamilton, talks her debut album Fearless, plus, how she asked Lin-Manuel Miranda to write the title track, her moments of discrimination because of her Latino last name and her upcoming concert appearance at New York's legendary cabaret Cafe Carlyle. Rich Greenfield (30:29), one of Wall St.'s most quoted media analysts, comes on the show to discuss with Jack EVERYTHING you need to know on why Verizon dropped Univision from FIOS. What can Hispanic subscribers do? Rich offers several suggestions. This is a must-listen to segment if you're a FIOS subscriber! Would you like to get in touch with us? Email us at highlyrelevant@showbizcafe.com and help us spread the word on social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram If you enjoyed this episode head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating, a review and please subscribe! Ways to subscribe to Highly Relevant with Jack Rico:      • Click here to subscribe via iTunes    • Click here to subscribe via Spotify    • Click here to subscribe via Stitcher

Rubèn Carbajal (Hamiltour's John Laurens/Philip Hamilton) is ecstatic to be back in his hometown of Los Angeles performing at the Pantages where he grew up seeing plays that inspired him to get into acting including In The Heights starring Lin Manuel Miranada. His story of getting into Hamilton involves an open call, Mandy Gonzalez, and a hilarious tricked played on him by his agents. Rory and Rubén talk about their Jesuit education, handling rejection, and the moment that Rory tries to make Rubén smile on stage every show. 

Calling all #FearlessSquad members (aka #SquadKicks): We have the one and only Mandy Gonzalez on the podcast this week! Mandy talks all things #FearlessSquad, what it's like playing Angelica in Hamilton on Broadway, her experience as Nina in In The Heights, the importance of having a fight within you, and why the world is a better place with Lin-Manuel Miranda in it. You will feel so motivated by the end of thisHamilton, Broadway, American History, Musical, Mandy Gonzalez, Fearless Squad, In the Heights episode! Lin-Manuel Miranda and Mandy Gonzalez perform "Empire State of Mind" at Lincoln Center for "The Hamilton Mixtape"/American Songbook "30/90" from Tick, Tick...Boom! "Breathe" from In The Heights

Hey Queens it's The Hamilcast with your boo Tyler! Tyler Mount of Playbill's The Tyler Mount Vlog talks everything from Hamilton, to how he got into the Broadway scene, to his vlog, to Tito's vodka, and then back to Hamilton again. Friends, we were all over the map but we went in on so much Hamilton and answered all the questions from our Patreon Peeps. Join the party!  Alllll the links from this episode:    Playbill's The Tyler Mount Vlog:  http://www.playbill.com/tyler   Lexi Lawson talks manifesting being cast in Hamilton (The Origin of “Lexi” being a verb) on The Hamilcast: http://www.thehamilcast.com/episode-54-you-walked-in-and-my-heart-went-boom-part-one/   Tyler Goes Backstage at Hamilton with David Korins: http://www.playbill.com/video/watch-behind-the-scenes-at-hamilton-with-scenic-designer-david-korins   Andy Blankenbuehler Breaks Down Hamilton Choreography for the Wall Street Journal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmYTsOrnWP0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gb67f2HLVGM    Hamilton Rap-Off with Mandy Gonzalez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zu0VMoDJsLU   Hamilton Bop-It with Jordan Fisher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OWn6N-1h-Q   Helpless with Lexi Lawson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUgG0qGDtsQ&t=262s   Make A Wish with James Monroe Iglehart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMx0Qvgi8GU   My Shot with Andrew Chappelle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHKTcW7HQUc&t=278s   Hot or Not with Ariana DeBose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEkoBXxwSXo   Hamilton Star Morgan Marcell's First Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKxm6nBSJMw   Hamilton Auditions with Stephanie Klemons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSXefr5TPQ0   Lie Detector with Rob McClure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEYs-aXIOjg&t    Tyler Mount Merch:  https://www.tylermount.net/      

Award winning actress, Mandy Gonzales has returned to Broadway in the mega hit , Hamilton. She is taking some time to do a sold out show at Feinstein's 54 Below, entitled, Raise The Roof. She sits and dishes with me about her show and returning to Broadway. All about Mandy Gonzalez: http://mandygonzalez.com/ Keith Price's Curtain Call: http://www.keithpricecurtaincall.com On Instagram: @keithpricecurtaincall On Twitter: @kpcurtaincall ON FB: https://www.facebook.com/Keith-Prices-Curtain-Call-1380539615593807/

Rory talks about his wild nerves before doing his show at 54 Below last week and then speaks with his crazy and hilarious pal Chris Leary!  Chris is a dresser at Hamilton who went to college to be an actor and then opened up his options after he moved to NYC and didn't find that the life of just auditioning and side jobs was enough for him. Instead of continuing to do something he didn't like, Chris dropped his resume off with wardrobe supervisors at dozens of Broadway shows and found himself working at Hamilton! Every show, Chris comes to Rory's dressing room for their "meeting" to talk about the latest happenings in the theater and their love for Mandy Gonzalez. Listen in to their "meeting"here!

WE"RE OBSESSED! We had the MOST fun hanging out with Mandy Gonzalez in her dressing room backstage at the Richard Rodgers Theater before a performance of "Hamilton." It had been less than two weeks since she'd taken over the role of Angelica, and she still hadn't completely moved in!Mandy made her Broadway debut in 2000 in "Aida" as the Amnneris standby-she eventually took the role over full time. She went on to originate roles in "The Dance of the Vampires" and "Lennon" before winning her breakout role as Nina in Lin-Manuel Miranda's "In the Heights"--a role she originated in the show's pre-Off Broadway days. She went on to take over the role of Elphaba in "Wicked," and can now be seen eight times a week in the hottest show on Broadway--"Hamilton."