Podcasts about marriott theatre

Connor Gallagher, Director and Choreographer of Titanic The Musical, joins John to talk about the backstory of the musical and the changes in production since its beginning on Broadway. Titanic The Musical is coming to the Marriott Theatre on April 16th. You can purchase tickets here: www.marriotttheatre.com

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with celebrated opera singer Sondra Radvanovsky to talk about returning home to the Chicago-area and a series of concerts at Lyric Opera. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review the Chicago premiere of a Hamlet-inspired play titled FAT HAM. Later in the show, Gary visits the North Shore-based Marriott Theater as it begins to celebrate it's 50th anniversary season. And we'll check out the Chicago Botanic Garden as it opens the 11th edition of its annual Orchid Show.

Dean, Dave, Andy, and Jim ring in the holiday season with the annual show at Treetime in Lake Barrington! The crew is joined by the casts of White Christmas from the Marriott Theatre and Million Dollar Quartet from the Paramount Aurora Theatre. Along with performances from LiV Warfield and Christopher Kale Jones! Throughout the show, Dean […]

Ken Mjia-Beal - DNC delegate Grace Bobber - Beehive: The 60's Musical, Marriott Theatre

First of all, check out Cory's website at www.corygoodrich.com.   We discuss the visual art of Cory Goodrich on this podcast, and how her discovery of "a family secret" led her to creating art as a means of expressing her inner feelings.  Born in Wilmington, Delaware and raised in Clarkston, Michigan, Cory Goodrich is a Jeff Award winning actress for her roles as Mother in Drury Lane Oakbrook's acclaimed production of Ragtime, and as June Carter Cash in the Jeff nominated Johnny Cash revue, Ring of Fire at Mercury Theater Chicago, where she was also seen as Alice in The Addams Family, and Alma in The Christmas Schooner, and Carol Brady in the hilarious war between the Partridges and the Brady's in The Bardy Bunch.  Most recently, Cory has been seen at Drury Lane as the onstage accordion player in Evita, and at the newly renovated Studebaker Theatre in the premiere of Skates, a New Musical, starring American Idol's Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young. A five-time Jeff nominee, Cory has performed in productions at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, Chicago Shakespeare, Theatre at the Center, Ravinia, Candlelight and Drury Lane. A Graduate of Michigan State University, she is also a singer/songwriter, producer, writer, and mother of two, children's composer with her two award winning CDs, Hush and Wiggly Toes, and three solo folk albums: W.O.M.A.N, Wildwood Flower,  a collection of traditional and original folk songs featuring the autoharp, and her latest project, Long Way Around,  produced by Ethan Deppe of The Quiet Regret. She is co-producer of six Season of Carols CDs (Season of Carols, Holiday Music to Benefit Season of Concern, which garnered over $200K for the charity.) and The Second City Divas, Live at Mercury Theater CD with Eugene Dizon. Her memoir, Folksong: A Ballad of Death, Discovery, and DNA is available on Amazon.Support the Show.We are always grateful to have you listening to STRUNG OUT. Here are some important links:SUPPORT THE SHOW:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MartyfineaKMARTIN'S WEBSITE:http://www.MARTINMcCORMACK.COM (note---you can get my weekly bulletin when you sign up on the list!)MARTIN'S MUSIC: Music | Martin Laurence McCormack (bandcamp.com)Martin McCormack | SpotifyMARTIN'S YOUTUBE CHANNELMartin McCormack - YouTubeFACEBOOKFacebook...

First of all, check out Cory's website at www.corygoodrich.com.Born in Wilmington, Delaware and raised in Clarkston, Michigan, Cory Goodrich is a Jeff Award winning actress for her roles as Mother in Drury Lane Oakbrook's acclaimed production of Ragtime, and as June Carter Cash in the Jeff nominated Johnny Cash revue, Ring of Fire at Mercury Theater Chicago, where she was also seen as Alice in The Addams Family, and Alma in The Christmas Schooner, and Carol Brady in the hilarious war between the Partridges and the Bradys in The Bardy Bunch.  Most recently, Cory has been seen at Drury Lane as the onstage accordion player in Evita, and at the newly renovated Studebaker Theatre in the premiere of Skates, a New Musical, starring American Idol's Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young. A five-time Jeff nominee, Cory has performed in productions at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, Chicago Shakespeare, Theatre at the Center, Ravinia, Candlelight and Drury Lane. A Graduate of Michigan State University, she is also a singer/songwriter, producer, writer, and mother of two, children's composer with her two award winning CDs, Hush and Wiggly Toes, and three solo folk albums: W.O.M.A.N, Wildwood Flower,  a collection of traditional and original folk songs featuring the autoharp, and her latest project, Long Way Around,  produced by Ethan Deppe of The Quiet Regret. She is co-producer of six Season of Carols CDs (Season of Carols, Holiday Music to Benefit Season of Concern, which garnered over $200K for the charity.) and The Second City Divas, Live at Mercury Theater CD with Eugene Dizon. Her memoir, Folksong: A Ballad of Death, Discovery, and DNA is available on Amazon.Support the Show.We are always grateful to have you listening to STRUNG OUT. Here are some important links:SUPPORT THE SHOW:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MartyfineaKMARTIN'S WEBSITE:http://www.MARTINMcCORMACK.COM (note---you can get my weekly bulletin when you sign up on the list!)MARTIN'S MUSIC: Music | Martin Laurence McCormack (bandcamp.com)Martin McCormack | SpotifyMARTIN'S YOUTUBE CHANNELMartin McCormack - YouTubeFACEBOOKFacebook...

Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast of Beautiful: The Carol King Musical which tells the story of Carol's amazing career and the larger than life star who never sought the spotlight of the stage. Joining in the conversation is Kaitlyn Davis (who plays Carol King), Andrew Mueller (who plays Carol's husband Gerry Goffin) and […]

Tierney composed the music for NARNIA, based on C.S. Lewis' The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, which has played in The City of London Festival, Off-Broadway in New York, and in more than 1000 productions throughout the US, Canada, Great Britain, and Australia. His Narnia Suite for symphony orchestra and four singers premiered at New York's Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center. He wrote music and lyrics for Jungle Queen Debutante, produced for New York's NYMF Festival and by Seattle's Village Theatre. He contributed several songs (music and lyrics) for Off-Broadway's Pets! and the music for The Dream Team (Goodspeed Opera) and Tommy Tune's one-man musical, Ichabod (Boston and New York). Another musical of Tierney's, ELEANOR - An American Love Story, has played in many US theaters, including Ford's Theatre in Washington (two Helen Hayes Awards), Chicago's Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, Seattle's Village Theatre (Issaquah, WA), the historic Barter Theatre in Virginia, and the Pittsburgh Public Theatre. His musical The Year of Living Dangerously, based on the novel that became the film starring Mel Gibson, Sigourney Weaver and Oscar-winner Linda Hunt, was presented in concert at Feinstein's/54 Below in NYC in 2017. Current projects include Diamond and the North Wind, based on the classic novel At The Back of The North Wind by George MacDonald, and A Girl's Guide to Moving On (with co-author Joseph Robinette), based on the novel by best-selling author Debbie Macomber.  Beyond musicals for adult humans, Tierney has also written several for young audiences which include The Tuesday Afternoon Regulars, The Fabulous Fable Factory, and its sequel, The Fantastic Return of the Fabulous Fable Factory — all with co-writer Joseph Robinette. TheatreworksUSA has commissioned and toured six of his musicals nationally, including The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe (which toured nationally for 25 years). His musicals are published by Dramatic Publishing and Concord Theatricals (Rodgers & Hammerstein). Website: https://www.thomastierney.com/

In this episode, Jennifer talks to Andrea Prestinario about queerness in musical theater. Andrea shares her journey as a queer performer & producer and what lead her to co-found Ring of Keys, a nonprofit artist service organization for queer and trans artists in musical theatre. They talk about the need for queer visibility and representation, creating change even if it takes time, and what it means to lead by example & trust your intuition.  About Andrea: Andrea Prestinario is a queer award-winning performer and producer who has worked at 20+ theatres throughout the country over the last 15 years, including NYTW, Asolo Rep, American Conservatory Theatre, Marriott Theatre, Lyric Opera Chicago, Gulfshore Playhouse, Writers' Theatre, York Theatre, and more. Favorite roles include Alison in Fun Home (Baltimore Center Stage), Sarah Brown in Guys and Dolls; (Weston Playhouse), Eliza in My Fair Lady; Maureen in RENT (Paramount Theatre), Martha in 1776 (Asolo Rep), and Louise in Gypsy (Drury Lane Oakbrook). She received a Jeff Award for her work as Violet in Side Show (Boho Theatre). A graduate of Ball State University and The School at Steppenwolf, she is also the Co-Founder of Ring of Keys: a nonprofit artist service organization for queer and trans artists in musical theatre. She created RoK's signature programming: Queering the Canon: A Concert Series which she produced in addition to producing other concerts for the org (Joe's Pub, Birdland). She produced/conceived her solo show sMOkeyTOWN: The Songs of Smokey Robinson which played throughout NYC (54Below, Laurie Beechman) and Chicago. Andrea's IG: @andreaprestinario Andrea's Website: www.andreaprestinario.com Ring of Keys Website: www.ringofkeys.org Want to coach with Jennifer? Schedule a session here! https://appt.link/jenniferapple Monologue Sourcing Promo Link! https://empoweredartistcollective.com/podcastpromo Learn more: https://www.empoweredartistcollective.com/podcast EAC IG: @EmpoweredArtistCollective  EAC TikTok: @EmpowerArtistCollective EAC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/empoweredartistcollective/ Check Out Our Merch! https://www.empoweredartistcollective.threadless.com/ Any thoughts you'd like to share? Email us at EmpoweredArtistCollective@gmail.com    

The popular musical composed by Jerry Herman based on Thornton Wilder's hit play “The Matchmaker” is a perfect wedding of story and music.No doubt the original 1964 production was inspired by the feminist movement of its time, reminding women of the limitations their grandmothers endured. “Hello Dolly” is a gentle and entertaining look back at how far we have come and perhaps a cautionary glimpse at where we might return.“Hello Dolly” is at the Marriott Theatre, in the Chicago suburb of Lincolnshire, IL through October 16, 2022. Running time is two and a half hours with one 15 minute intermission. For tickets and information visit marriotttheatre.com  or phone: (847) 634-0200.

Jam Fam, this episode is incredible.  Thank you to our guest, Lainie Sakakura, for lending your knowledge, humor and memories to this episode.  We were honored to have you as our guest.  LAINIE SAKAKURA is a NYC based writer, director, choreographer, educator.Most recently directed the new musical, Corner of Bitter and Sweet adapted from New York Times Best Seller, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford. Book by Lainie Sakakura, Music and Lyrics by Paul Fujimoto. NYC 29 hour Equity reading co-produced by the 5th Avenue Theatre, Abingdon Theatre Company. Writers, Sakakura and Fujimoto attended the 2020 Goodspeed Musicals Johnny Mercer Writers Grove following the reading. Award winning choreographer - 2015 Joe A. Callaway Award Outstanding Choreography for the Off Broadway show, Red Eye of Love in collaboration with Alex Sanchez. 2002 Joseph Jefferson Award Best Choreography for Damn Yankees, Marriott Theatre in collaboration with David H. Bell. 2003 Joseph Jefferson Nomination Best Choreography for Hot Mikado. Currently a Choreography Advisory Board Member for New York Theatre Barn.Fosse Reconstruction - worked on approximately 70 Bob Fosse numbers from 1994-1999 with Gwen Verdon and Chet Walker. The original onstage Dance Captain starting with the 1996 workshop through Broadway. Dance Reconstruction and onstage Dance Captain for Ann Reinking in the 1999 Tony Award Winning Best Musical. Other Fosse reconstruction work includes Big Spender starring Chita Rivera and Ann Reinking for Cy Coleman's Memorial, Majestic Theatre (ASCAP). Mexican Shuffle, Gwen Verdon memorial tribute at BCEFA Gypsy of the Year, Palace Theatre. Currently, Verdon Fosse Legacy instructor.Broadway - Ms Sakakura was offered original casts of 8 Broadway shows, but ultimately accepted 6 including: Fosse (dance reconstruction and onstage dance captain); Chita Rivera The Dancer's Life; Flower Drum Song (2002 revival); Tommy Tune's The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public; The King And I (1996 Lou Diamond Phillips, Donna Murphy revival), The King And I  (2015 Ken Watanabe, Kelli O-Hare revival). Recorded on 4 Broadway cast albums including 2015 Grammy Nominated, The King And I.​Diversity and inclusion - Co-founder/Co-chair Rockettes of Color Alumnae. In 1994 Sakakura became the second AAPI RCMH Rockette hired following Setsuko Maruhashi, who was not only the first AAPI Rockette but also the first Rockette of color. Previously 7-year Co-chair of PS 87 Culture & Community Committee, producing and directing almost 30 multicultural performance events for a NYC public school of nearly a thousand students.  Educator - 32 years teaching experience. Guest teacher and/or choreographer in countless programs across the country including: New York University Tisch - New Studio on Broadway (Adjunct Professor), Carnegie Mellon, Chapman Univ, Sam Houston State, American Ballet Theatre, Jacob's Pillow, Joffrey Ballet, LINES Dance Center, Pace University (Adjunct Professor). Private program, Sakachez™Please like and subscribe wherever you stream your podcasts from!  Don't forget to leave us a commentFollow us:Instagram: jam_dance_podcastFacebook: JAM Joe and Michelle's Dance Podcast

Following its original runs, Sunset has enjoyed a solid, if complicated, road to regional theatre. Joining this episode are two Chicago-based actors, and real-life couple, Heidi Kettenring and David Girolmo, who were in the first regional production of the show at The Marriott Theatre outside of Chicago. They share their memories of this production and thoughts on the show in general, and David shares his experiences starring as Max in various other regional productions of Sunset. Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

This is the second part of Tarryns conversation with Playwright, Actor, Director and Teacher Steven Strafford. We recommend listening to part 1 before listening to part 2. About Steven: Steven Strafford is a Brooklyn-born, Jersey-raised actor and writer.  He has been seen in Spamalot (directed by Mike Nichols) as Prince Herbert and 4 other characters. He has toured in Grease! as Eugene as The Herald in Cinderella (w/ Lea Salonga), and as Cecco in Peter Pan (w/Cathy Rigby). Steven was seen in Chicago at The Goodman Theatre in Wonderful Town as Chick Clark,  at Windy City Playhouse as Jesus and Stephen Hawking in End Days, at The Marriott Theatre in She Loves Me as The Headwaiter, Johnny Sandwich in Honeymoon in Vegas, among many other roles in five other shows. Steven has worked regionally at Portland Stage Company (playing multiple roles inThe Snow Queen, Bob Crachit in A Christmas Carol and  Edgar and Jane in The Mystery of Irma Vep.  At Sacramento Music Circus, he reprised his roles in Spamalot and played Margaret Meade in Hair.  At Cape Playhouse, he played multiple roles in As Bees in Honey Drown. At  Bakerloo Theatre Project, Steven played Antonio in Twelfth Night, Otto in Design For Living, and Costard in Love's Labour's Lost. He was also featured in multiple roles in The Denver Center's world premiere musical, Sense and Sensibilities. He has been seen in NBC's Chicago Fire, several films, and the Funny or Die hit video, "Glitzy Babes".  Steven is the author and performer of the award winning, critically acclaimed show, Methtacular! which has had productions in New York, Chicago, Cincinnati and California. He is the author of several plays that are receiving productions around the country. He once won 16,000 dollars on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. He, along with his husband, are featured in a national ad for Prudential. Connect with The Podcast Instagram @hopigetitpod / @TarrynSteyn Twitter @IHopeIGetItPod1 Facebook @IHopeIGetIt Connect with the Guest Twitter @Stevenstrafford www.stevenstrafford.com I Hope I Get It Podcast is created and produced by Citizen Femme Productions. Cover Art created by Tarryn Steyn Theme Music created by Steven Steyn

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here:  https://youtu.be/VQ2Z1cLzg7s t was so fantastic to hang out with Richard tonight! (9/16/21) Incredible interviewer and made me feel at ease right off the bat. Really appreciated the research that he did and the thoughtful questions that he asked. You can tell he takes pride in the work that he does and I'm very grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the work that he does. Thank you Richard!   -Jen Donohoo, Vice President and Program Director of Off The Lane Jen Donohoo is a producer and director currently residing in NYC. In addition to serving as the Vice President and Program Director of Off The Lane, a NYC based Non Profit, she has worked in venues across the US and Europe on a wide range of projects from intimate private events to large scale arena tours. Favorite credits include: Associate Director of Marvel Universe Live: Age of Heroes, Associate Choreographer/Director of Marriott Theatre's Evita, Associate Choreographer of Goodspeed's Guys and Dolls, Executive Producer for Dancing For Democracy, Creative Producer and Associate Choreographer for Lisa McClowry's The Beat Goes On Show, Associate Choreographer for Summer Nights Live with Freckled Sky, and Resident Choreographer for Royal Caribbean's OceanAria. Off The Lane launched in 2019 and is a licensed 501(c)(3). We are an organization founded by artists with a passion-driven interest to develop programs that empower artists and creatives. Our community ranges from college students and early career artists to seasoned professionals looking to give back through mentorship, interactive panels and master classes. Our goal is to create an inclusive and accessible support system that continues to invest in new initiatives to meet the ongoing needs of the creative community.

In this episode Tarryn is joined by Playwright, Director, Actor and Teacher Steven Strafford. This is part 1 of a conversation that not only touched on experiences in the audition room but also on the current state of the theatre and all the monumental changes taking place within the industry. Guest Bio: Steven Strafford is a Brooklyn-born, Jersey-raised actor and writer.  He has been seen in Spamalot (directed by Mike Nichols) as Prince Herbert and 4 other characters. He has toured in Grease! as Eugene as The Herald in Cinderella (w/ Lea Salonga), and as Cecco in Peter Pan (w/Cathy Rigby). Steven was seen in Chicago at The Goodman Theatre in Wonderful Town as Chick Clark,  at Windy City Playhouse as Jesus and Stephen Hawking in End Days, at The Marriott Theatre in She Loves Me as The Headwaiter, Johnny Sandwich in Honeymoon in Vegas, among many other roles in five other shows. Steven has worked regionally at Portland Stage Company (playing multiple roles inThe Snow Queen, Bob Crachit in A Christmas Carol and  Edgar and Jane in The Mystery of Irma Vep.  At Sacramento Music Circus, he reprised his roles in Spamalot and played Margaret Meade in Hair.  At Cape Playhouse, he played multiple roles in As Bees in Honey Drown. At  Bakerloo Theatre Project, Steven played Antonio in Twelfth Night, Otto in Design For Living, and Costard in Love's Labour's Lost. He was also featured in multiple roles in The Denver Center's world premiere musical, Sense and Sensibilities. He has been seen in NBC's Chicago Fire, several films, and the Funny or Die hit video, "Glitzy Babes".  Steven is the author and performer of the award winning, critically acclaimed show, Methtacular! which has had productions in New York, Chicago, Cincinnati and California. He is the author of several plays that are receiving productions around the country. He once won 16,000 dollars on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. He, along with his husband, are featured in a national ad for Prudential. Connect with The Podcast Instagram @hopigetitpod Twitter @IHopeIGetItPod1 Facebook @IHopeIGetIt Connect with the Guest Twitter @StevenStrafford www.stevenstrafford.com www.methacular.com/show I Hope I Get It Podcast is created and produced by Citizen Femme Productions. Cover Art created by Tarryn Steyn Theme Music created by Steven Steyn

People often ask my husband and I how we got our boys so interested in music, instruments and singing. That question is kinda hard to answer, because it's something that happened very organically. In short, it happened through family, friends, church and more.  In episode 31: Cultivating Music in Your Home, guest Ivory Doublette shares her story around her grandmother, mother and family cultivating music interest in her. Ivory describes how her mother would take cassette tapes and record gospel quartets on their visits to Chicago and then bring them back home to Alaska to listen and practice together as a family. Now, Ivory and her family have their very own family quartet called, SeVy. As a teaching artist with the MacPhail Center for Music, Ivory gives advice to parents/caregivers on how to make music come alive in their home.  Start at any age exploring music with your child. It's never too early or too late. Lead with PLAY & FUN!  Let instruments and music be fun and don't turn it into a job/chore for children or start thinking about them getting a college scholarship. Introduce to them music/instruments from other cultures and countries. Focus on who they are right now and show as a parent/caregiver that you are invested. Ivory and Sondra want to encourage you in this episode that cultivating music in your home is not work. Music is very bonding and the power of it builds confidence and spans across many generations. Don't assume that because you aren't very musical that your child won't be, either. Right now, Ivory has a few virtual music classes for which you can sign up you little humans today! See links below to sign up now.  So, like Ivory suggests, go pull out some kitchen spoons, plastic containers, pots and pans, and start making music in your home. It doesn't have to be an expensive investment to get started making music and memories.  Get to know Guest Ivory Doublette Ivory holds a Bachelors in Theater Arts from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. She has performed regionally with MainStreet Theatre, The Marriott Theatre, Penumbra Theatre, Children's Theatre Company and many others. Ivory has been a teaching artist with MacPhail Cent for Music since 2015 primarily working in their early childhood department, Sing, Play Learn with MacPhail®. Ivory has been teaching in person and online for the past 5 years.  Get connected with Ivory:  Email-ivorydou@gmail.com  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ivorydoublette/ https://www.instagram.com/sevygospelquartet/ Website:  https://ivorydoublette.wixsite.com/ivory http://www.sevygospelquartet.com Sign Up for Ivory's Music Classes! https://www.walkerwest.org/free-lesson/music-for-families/ https://www.macphail.org/courses/?id=17974 Episode Resources: Songs of Encouragement Ivory's- Never Lost, Tauren Wells https://youtu.be/3TOPBr8k8xY Sondra's- I Will Rise, Bethel Music & Kristene DiMarco https://youtu.be/BpyP4HR8FBQ If you love listening to Word To Your Mothers®, kindly write a review on your podcast platform or send an email to wordmothers@gmail.com  Don't forget to subscribe/rate/review! Book Sondra to speak at your event, group or conference http://wordtoyourmothers.com/speaking/ Follow @wordtoyourmothers https://www.instagram.com/wordtoyourmothers/ Support the podcast by buying WTYM® Merch https://www.bonfire.com/store/word-to-your-mothers/

Collin is a NYC-based actor from Irvine, California.  Just before the Covid-19 pandemic, Collin appeared on the Westchester Broadway Theatre stage in An American in Paris.  Other favorite credits include, Lysistrata Jones (Mick) at Refuge Theatre Project; The Addams Family (Lucas Beineke) at The Little Theatre on the Square; The Little Mermaid (Flotsam/Prince Eric cover) and Newsies (Buttons/Bill) at The Fireside Theatre.  In addition, Collin has worked at acclaimed theatre company’s including The Marriott Theatre, Theatre at the Center, Lythgoe Family Panto, and Prather Entertainment Group.  Collin hold’s a BFA in Musical Theatre from The Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University and he is also a proud AEA Member.  Follow: @collinsanderson_official and www.collin-sanderson.com To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on your favorite podcast app. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

In this episode I share with you the conversation I had with Trevor Jones on his Podcast, the Scholarship Roadmap!  We cover a lot of ground in this 40-minute conversation including: The importance finding the right teachers for your education. Developing an efficient practicing system and excellent awareness Why practicing slowly isn't enough A mini Music Mastery Experience lesson Comfort and effectiveness in your performance Reverse Engineering your audition preparation Chunking, mapping, and learning - deep practice model   Spotlight Performing Why finding the right teacher can be tricky. Your relationship with constructive criticism How to be teachable Communicating with your teacher Trust your own work and show them who you are. I had a great time speaking with Trevor and I hope you find tons of value in our discussion   MORE ABOUT TREVOR AND THE SCHOLARSHIP ROADMAP: The Scholarship Roadmap: https://thescholarshiproadmap.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarshiproadmap/ FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/thescholarshiproadmap Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scholarship-roadmap/id1526994519   The Scholarship Roadmap is an online program developed by bassist and educator, Trevor Jones. Trevor is the house bassist at the Marriott Theatre and was the instructor of double bass and bass guitar at Illinois Wesleyan University School of Music from 2012-2020. Trevor developed The Scholarship Roadmap after a decade of guiding students through the music school preparation process. Student musicians who are pursuing a career in music will benefit from The Scholarship Roadmap. The program will assess the student's needs, align them with the right school and teacher, and focus the student's attention on the fundamentals of the music school preparation process. "For years I have advocated for my students to attend colleges and universities that best serve their needs. That doesn't mean you need to attend a brand-name school. Many fine institutions will not only serve your musical needs but will pay for you to attend. It is my sincere belief, that a proactive approach can result in a stellar musical education that won't leave you saddled with debt."   I'm Trevor Jones, a bassist, and educator based in Chicago. I perform in symphony halls, clubs, and theaters. For the last five years, I have been the house bassist at The Marriott Theatre, where I have played in over 25 productions. I also perform on Broadway in Chicago, most notably as a substitute for the Chicago production of Hamilton. I have toured across the country and released a handful of recordings with my group Molehill. We have been been featured in online publications and the Chicago Tribune. As an educator, I was the instructor of double bass and bass guitar for eight years at Illinois Wesleyan University School of Music. I also maintain a studio at Midwest Young Artists in Highwood, IL. For years I have advocated for my students to attend colleges and universities that best serve their needs. That doesn't mean you need to attend a brand-name school. There are many fine institutions that will not only serve your musical needs but will pay for you to attend. It is my sincere belief, that a proactive approach can result in a stellar musical education that won't leave you saddled     Visit www.mindoverfinger.com and sign up for my newsletter to get your free guide to a super productive practice using the metronome!  This guide is the perfect entry point to help you bring more mindfulness and efficiency into your practice and it's filled with tips and tricks on how to use that wonderful tool to take your practicing and your playing to new heights!   Head over to the Mind Over Finger Resources' page to check out amazing books recommended by my podcast guests, as well as my favorite websites, cds, the podcasts I like to listen to, and the practice and podcasting tools I use everyday!  Find it here: www.mindoverfinger.com/resources!   Join the Mind Over Finger Tribe for additional resources on practice and performing! If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review on iTunes!  I truly appreciate your support!     THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme!  Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. Also a HUGE thank you to my fantastic producer, Bella Kelly!   MIND OVER FINGER: www.mindoverfinger.com https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/    

Telly Leung, (Roundabout Theatre’s "Pacific Overtures," Chicago’s "Wicked," TV’s “Glee"), Richard Manera (Lyric Opera’s "Das Rheingold," Marriott Theatre’s "The King & I," Chicago Shakespeare and London's Donmar Warehouse productions of "Pacific Overtures") and Amanda Green (Tony Award, Two Drama Desk Awards (music, lyrics) and an Outer Critics Circle Award nominee, "Hands on a Hardbody" and co-lyricist "Bring It On!") join Weber for this edition of Sondheim @ 90 to talk about "Pacific Overtures," music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by John Weidman. Considered by many to be the artistic pinnacle of the legendary Sondheim/Hal Prince collaborations, this exploration of culture and imperialism pushed the boundaries of musical theatre further than ever before. Edited by Austin Packard Originally premiered Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Facebook.com/PorchlightMusicTheatre ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b5ad8de4-802f-4e56-974c-413004ccc672/ep/Facebook.com/PorchlightMusicTheatre ). New episodes every Saturday at 7pm CT! Watch with video at YouTube.com/PorchlightMusicTheatre ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/b5ad8de4-802f-4e56-974c-413004ccc672/ep/YouTube.com/PorchlightMusicTheatre )

Sideshow by Coni Koepfinger :Koepfinger’s SIDESHOW opened in 1996 as a finalist in the “Upstairs Théatre New Play “ Contest; it was revived in 2015 in the New York “Unfringed Festival “ ... please join me as we welcome the Chicago cast of “Koepfinger’s Sideshow “ under the direction of Andrew J PondSynopsis: When a child has complications, every parent must make a choice. When family drama, self-doubt and medical and spiritual options seem to collide, will the couple accept advice from someone they know or a being from another dimension?Bio’s:Christopher John Grella is happy to be involved in such a unique play. Past projects have included: The Winter's Tale, 4x2, Change the Night Owl, Midsummer Night's Dream, Psycho Beach Party, Lady Macbeth, Emma, Unmatched, The Masque of the Red Death and Pride & Prejudice.Jessica Lauren Fisher is a founding member and the casting director for Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. She has performed throughout the Chicago and Indiana area in theatre, musicals, and opera playing everything from mice to men. Favorite roles include Lucy in Jekyll and Hyde, Adele in Die Fledermaus and Sarah Daniels in Spinning into Butter. She has been a teaching artist for over 10 years and has directed and choreographed shows for people of all ages. She is ever grateful to her family and her partner in everything Andrew. LVYA Mom!Christopher Wayland, originally from Baltimore, MD, currently works and resides in the Chicago area. There, he has worked at Porchlight Music Theatre, Marriott Theatre, 16th Street Theatre, Raven Theatre, Stage Left Theatre, First Folio Theatre, Oak Park Festival Theatre, Griffin Theatre, Teatro Vista, Haven, and Lifeline Theatre. Regionally he has worked at THEATREWORKS, Spotlighters Theatre, Fells Point Corner Theatre, and Baltimore Shakespeare Factory. His television credits include neXt (FOX), Chicago Med (NBC) and APB (FOX). Christopher received an MFA in Acting from The Theatre School at DePaul University, is a proud member of SAG-Aftra, and is represented by Gray Talent GroupJane Vincent is very happy to be part of this wonderful production. Jane has performed on stages throughout Chicagoland for many years. She is also known as a writer, having written a young adult novel, a stage play, and two screenplays, which are in pre-production, and as a producer.Joshua Stewart A former student at Columbia College Chicago has been looking for an opportunity to get back into theater after a long hiatus. Much Ado About Nothing (Actors Equity of Columbus), You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Into The WoodsKaeley Osterman is the Resident Stage Manager with Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. Her recent credits include Charley’s Aunt (SM, St. Sebastian’s Players), Richard III (SM/Costume Designer, EFCT), and Proof (Costume Designer, MadKap Productions). She is also a voice actor on the podcast Throwing Shade (EFCT). She has a BA from Huntington University.Andrew J. Pond moved to Chicago in 2002 from South Florida, where he had studied with the likes of Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, José Quintero, and Charles Nelson Reilly. While there, he taught and directed at both InterAct Summer camp, and the Miami Shores Theatre's summer camp. Since moving to Chicago from the tropics (for the weather), he has worked extensively as an actor, director, and playwright with several children’s theatres, is a founder of Eclectic Full Contact Theatre in Chicago, teaches drama classes for all ages, is an Elvis impersonator, juggler, magician, balloon artist, plays with puppets, does Muppet voices, performs stand-up comedy, and has a degree in philosophy so he can use words like “epistemology” at parties.Other than that, he is completely normal. Thanks to Jessica, his partner in all things.

Sideshow by Coni Koepfinger :Koepfinger’s SIDESHOW opened in 1996 as a finalist in the “Upstairs Théatre New Play “ Contest; it was revived in 2015 in the New York “Unfringed Festival “ ... please join me as we welcome the Chicago cast of “Koepfinger’s Sideshow “ under the direction of Andrew J PondSynopsis: When a child has complications, every parent must make a choice. When family drama, self-doubt and medical and spiritual options seem to collide, will the couple accept advice from someone they know or a being from another dimension?Bio’s:Christopher John Grella is happy to be involved in such a unique play. Past projects have included: The Winter's Tale, 4x2, Change the Night Owl, Midsummer Night's Dream, Psycho Beach Party, Lady Macbeth, Emma, Unmatched, The Masque of the Red Death and Pride & Prejudice.Jessica Lauren Fisher is a founding member and the casting director for Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. She has performed throughout the Chicago and Indiana area in theatre, musicals, and opera playing everything from mice to men. Favorite roles include Lucy in Jekyll and Hyde, Adele in Die Fledermaus and Sarah Daniels in Spinning into Butter. She has been a teaching artist for over 10 years and has directed and choreographed shows for people of all ages. She is ever grateful to her family and her partner in everything Andrew. LVYA Mom!Christopher Wayland, originally from Baltimore, MD, currently works and resides in the Chicago area. There, he has worked at Porchlight Music Theatre, Marriott Theatre, 16th Street Theatre, Raven Theatre, Stage Left Theatre, First Folio Theatre, Oak Park Festival Theatre, Griffin Theatre, Teatro Vista, Haven, and Lifeline Theatre. Regionally he has worked at THEATREWORKS, Spotlighters Theatre, Fells Point Corner Theatre, and Baltimore Shakespeare Factory. His television credits include neXt (FOX), Chicago Med (NBC) and APB (FOX). Christopher received an MFA in Acting from The Theatre School at DePaul University, is a proud member of SAG-Aftra, and is represented by Gray Talent GroupJane Vincent is very happy to be part of this wonderful production. Jane has performed on stages throughout Chicagoland for many years. She is also known as a writer, having written a young adult novel, a stage play, and two screenplays, which are in pre-production, and as a producer.Joshua Stewart A former student at Columbia College Chicago has been looking for an opportunity to get back into theater after a long hiatus. Much Ado About Nothing (Actors Equity of Columbus), You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, Into The WoodsKaeley Osterman is the Resident Stage Manager with Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. Her recent credits include Charley’s Aunt (SM, St. Sebastian’s Players), Richard III (SM/Costume Designer, EFCT), and Proof (Costume Designer, MadKap Productions). She is also a voice actor on the podcast Throwing Shade (EFCT). She has a BA from Huntington University.Andrew J. Pond moved to Chicago in 2002 from South Florida, where he had studied with the likes of Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, José Quintero, and Charles Nelson Reilly. While there, he taught and directed at both InterAct Summer camp, and the Miami Shores Theatre's summer camp. Since moving to Chicago from the tropics (for the weather), he has worked extensively as an actor, director, and playwright with several children’s theatres, is a founder of Eclectic Full Contact Theatre in Chicago, teaches drama classes for all ages, is an Elvis impersonator, juggler, magician, balloon artist, plays with puppets, does Muppet voices, performs stand-up comedy, and has a degree in philosophy so he can use words like “epistemology” at parties.Other than that, he is completely normal. Thanks to Jessica, his partner in all things.

Geoff Josselson is a Casting Director and Partner at JZ Casting in New York City. In his 15 years as a casting director, his work includes a wide variety of plays and musicals, ranging from Broadway, off-Broadway and major New York and Regional Theatre companies. He is responsible for casting the Broadway production of The Velocity of Autumn starring Estelle Parsons (2014 Tony Nominee) and many other acclaimed New York productions, including Southern Comfort (Public Theatre), Yank! (York Theatre), Pretty Filthy (The Civilians), John and Jen (Keen Company), Enter Laughing (York Theatre), Himself and Nora (Minetta Lane), Altar Boyz (off-Broadway and tour), The Originalist (59E59) and National Tours for Disney, Nickelodeon and Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus. He regularly works with many award-winning companies including Arena Stage, Arizona Theatre Company, Baltimore Center Stage, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Bucks County Playhouse, Cape Playhouse, City Springs Theatre Company, The Civilians, Cleveland Play House, Denver Center, Marriott Theatre, The Old Globe, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Pittsburgh CLO, Pittsburgh Public Theatre, Round House Theatre, San Francisco Symphony, and the York Theatre Company, among others. He is a graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and member of the Casting Society of America. For more information, please follow @jz.casting and visit: www.jz-casting.com.

Trevor Jones is the house bassist at The Marriott Theatre located outside of Chicago. In addition to playing over 30 productions at The Marriott Theatre, Trevor was a substitute for the Chicago production of Hamilton. Trevor's group Molehill has toured the country and, over the past decade, has compiled a body of work that was featured in the Chicago Tribune and international press. Trevor is a partner of the double bass podcast Contrabass Conversations and Jason Heath's Double Bass Blog. Trevor was the double bass and bass guitar instructor at Illinois Wesleyan University for 8 years (2012-2020). Trevor Jones Website Molehill Music All Episodes

Trevor Jones is the house bassist at The Marriott Theatre located outside of Chicago. In addition to playing over 30 productions at The Marriott Theatre, Trevor was a substitute for the Chicago production of Hamilton. Trevor's group Molehill has toured the country and, over the past decade, has compiled a body of work that was featured in the Chicago Tribune and international press. Trevor is a partner of the double bass podcast Contrabass Conversations and Jason Heath's Double Bass Blog. Trevor was the double bass and bass guitar instructor at Illinois Wesleyan University for 8 years (2012-2020). 

Trevor Jones is the house bassist at The Marriott Theatre located outside of Chicago. In addition to playing over 30 productions at The Marriott Theatre, Trevor was a substitute for the Chicago production of Hamilton. Trevor's group Molehill has toured the country and, over the past decade, has compiled a body of work that was featured in the Chicago Tribune and international press. Trevor is a partner of the double bass podcast Contrabass Conversations and Jason Heath's Double Bass Blog. Trevor was the double bass and bass guitar instructor at Illinois Wesleyan University for 8 years (2012-2020).  Trevor Jones Website Molehill Music All Episodes 

This week’s guest is the always inspiring, Andy Hite. He is a Life and Business Coach, as well as the Creative Director at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, IL. As a coach, he helps his clients focus on action orientated tasks to get them to the places they want to go. Being a morning podcast, we didn’t have beer, but some classic Konrath coffee. We spoke about what a life coach is, how he works with people to meet their aspirations, and how-to better network. Follow Andy:Website: http://andyhitecoaching.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamandyhiteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandyhite/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-hite-098b1618a/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/inconversation)

We have a special guest on today's podcast! Collin Sanderson is a NYC-based actor with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. As an actor, Collin has appeared in numerous regional productions at Westchester Broadway Theatre, The Marriott Theatre, The Fireside Theatre, Little Theatre On The Square, Theatre at the Center, as well as the Lythgoe Family Panto in California. He is a proud member of AEA. On today's episode, Maggie and Collin reflect on the end of a decade (the good, the bad, and the ugly) and discuss 11 common New Year's Resolutions for actors! To download a list of EMC-participating theaters, click here. To join the Actor Aesthetic Tribe on Facebook, click here. Spread the love and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on iTunes, Google, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit actoraesthetic.com for more information. Follow Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

We have a special guest on today's podcast! Collin Sanderson is a NYC-based actor with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. As an actor, Collin has appeared in numerous regional productions at The Marriott Theatre, The Fireside Theatre, Little Theatre On The Square, Theatre at the Center, as well as the Lythgoe Family Panto in California. He is a proud member of AEA. On today's episode, Maggie and Collin discuss 10 Broadway musicals they are thankful for... including Hadestown, Les Mis, Phantom, and more. To join the Actor Aesthetic Tribe on Facebook, click here. Spread the love and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on iTunes, Google, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit actoraesthetic.com for more information. Follow Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) and NYC-based actor Collin Sanderson (Westchester Broadway Theatre, Fireside Theatre, Marriott Theatre) answer YOUR questions on summer stock auditions, the Equity Membership Candidate (EMC) Program, college, typing, actor "burn out," and more. 5 Audition Conferences For Summer Stock Employment - https://www.actoraesthetic.com/blog/audition-conferences-for-summerstock For information on theaters that participate in the EMC program - https://www.actoraesthetic.com/emc To get the "Build Your Musical Theatre Audition Book" online course, head to on over to www.actoraesthetic.com/book. To join the Actor Aesthetic Tribe on Facebook, click here. Spread the love and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on iTunes, Google, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit actoraesthetic.com for more information. Follow Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

We have a special guest on today's podcast! Collin Sanderson is a NYC-based actor with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. As an actor, Collin has appeared in numerous regional productions at The Marriott Theatre, The Fireside Theatre, Little Theatre On The Square, Theatre at the Center, as well as the Lythgoe Family Panto in California. He is a proud member of AEA. On today's episode, Maggie and Collin discuss auditioning in New York City and how to combat audition anxiety. On The Blog: My #1 Secret To Staying Centered At Auditions 10 Questions You Need To Answer When Keeping An Audition Journal On The Podcast: 15 Positive Ways To Approach Auditions My Worst Audition And How I Learned From It To join the Actor Aesthetic Tribe on Facebook, click here. Use the code PODCAST40 to save $40 off your purchase of my exclusive online course, Build Your Musical Theatre Audition Book. Spread the love and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on iTunes, Google, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app.  Visit actoraesthetic.com for more information. Follow Maggie on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

Moniz's previous credits include: Broadway: GREASE - Sandy & Rizzo. Regional: FOLLIES - Sally (Chicago Shakespeare Theater); OCTOBER SKY -Elsie (world premier); PEGGY SUE GOT MARRIED - Peggy (world premier); KISMET (Joseph Jefferson Award); INTO THE WOODS, 9 TO 5, CAROUSEL, (Marriott Theatre); THE MERRY WIDOW, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, (Chicago Lyric Opera); HOT MIKADO (Ford's Theatre); PHANTOM, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (Fulton Theatre); SHADOWLANDS, THE SPITFIRE GRILL, (Provision Theatre); EVITA, BIG, (Drury Lane Theatre). TV: "CHICAGO PD;" "ROMANCE, ROMANCE" (A&E). This interview was recored in October of 2016 when she was just starting out on the road as Helen Bechdel in the national tour of FUN HOME. Follow Kare Reviews at www.karereviews.com and on Twitter: @KareReviews Follow Jeffrey Kare on Twitter: @JeffreyKare If you like what you've heard here, please subscribe to any one of the following places where the Kare Reviews Podcast is available. Anchor, Apple, Google, SoundCloud, Spotify, Breaker, Overcasts, Pocket Casts, and RadioPublic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jeffrey-kare/support

Today's episode features double bassist Trevor Jones. It actually amazes me that this is the first time that Trevor has been on the podcast. Trevor kind of does it all: he studied classical bass with Rob Kassinger at DePaul University but got a music education degree as well He has played for years in the rock band Molehill but also maintains a full-time performing schedule as a theater musician, and he has a salaried double bass teaching job at Illinois Wesleyan University as well. About Trevor: Based in Chicago, independent artist Trevor Jones works in a variety of musical settings. He performs with regional orchestras throughout the Midwest including the Elgin Symphony and is a substitute with the Grant Park Orchestra. He has also recorded for Realize Records on Chris Bruni’s album Watch Me Burn and Kate Quinby's album Tribute To Water and has co-written and recorded two albums: Tin God and Equinox with his Chicago-based alternative rock group Molehill. Trevor is the upright and electric bassist at The Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire, IL and his credits include Jeff®-Award Winning Musical Hero that was premiered in the Summer of 2012 and reprised in 2014 at Asolo Repertory Theatre in Sarasota, FL. For the Glory with music Tony Award® nominee Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll and Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel), Battlecry by Paul Bogaev (Aida, Spiderman). and the World Premiere of October Sky. While growing up in Gettysburg, PA Trevor studied double bass with Duane Botterbusch of the Harrisburg Symphony, and continued with Andrew Kohn of the Pittsburgh Opera at West Virginia University. In 2009 he completed his Master’s degree at DePaul University where he studied with Rob Kassinger of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. While studying at DePaul, Trevor performed with the Civic Orchestra of Chicago and the DePaul Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Cliff Colnot. Trevor earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music Education at West Virginia University. Trevor performs with the Chicago-based rock act Molehill. Molehill headlines some of Chicago’s most prominent venues and tours throughout the country. Highlights include appearances at CBS Studio Chicago, Metro (Chicago), Summerfest and SXSW. Their song “The Repeating” charted in the Top 10 of the KKBB Speciality Charts in 2015. Trevor has won an ASCAP+ Award for his songwriting for Molehill. Trevor is in demand as an educator in the Chicago area and maintains a studio at Midwest Young Artists , the preeminent youth music program in the Midwest. In addition to teaching at MYA, Trevor is also the Instructor of Double Bass at Illinois Wesleyan University at DePaul University where he teaches String Pedagogy.

Old Tar Jonathan and Salty Kelly discuss On the Town, the musical about three gobs and their gals, at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire.

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre In Chicago podcast, Tom Williams talks with Aaron Thielen, the lead Artistic Director at Marriott Theatre and the book writer of For The Boys. He talks about creating a new work for the stage and he previews his latest new musical Hero to be mounted in 2012 at the Marriott Theatre.

On this week's episode of the Talk Theatre In Chicago podcast, Tom Williams talks with Bernie Yvon, the star of The Music Man currently playing at the Marriott Theatre in Lincolnshire. He talks about his role as Harold Hill as well as his acting career.