Podcast appearances and mentions of michael kushner

Mommy issues. Performance art. Fisting. This first episode has it all.  Welcome to The After Party, hosted by Michael Kushner and Eila Mell! Celebrate the mammoth effort of opening a show on Broadway. Whether you have seen the show, watched the slime tutorials, entered lotteries, or are begging for tickets for your birthday – dive into the beginning, middle, and sometimes premature end of what it means to be on Broadway straight from the people working on your favorite shows. This isn't just an ordinary interview show – we dive in deep asking hard-hitting questions. Hosts Eila Mell and Michael Kushner will take you on an educational, yet emotional and very fun journey as you learn every detail of what goes into opening, sustaining, and closing your favorite Broadway shows. This podcast features spoilers, so make sure you're ready for them if you haven't seen the show.  On our inaugural episode, we have the incomparable Emmy and Tony Award-winner Cynthia Nixon dive deep with us into the dark, humorous, and boundary pushing new play The Seven Year Disappear.  Naphtali's (Taylor Trensch) world-famous performance artist mother (Cynthia Nixon) disappeared suddenly seven years ago. And yet, he sees her everywhere: in the faces of friends, coworkers, the guy he's flirting with. When his mother returns with few answers and a major request, Naphtali is forced to confront what he's spent years trying to forget. A funny, deeply human mystery of mothers and sons, coming of age, and coming apart.  The New Group presents the world premiere production of The Seven Year Disappear by Jordan Seavey, featuring Emmy and Tony Award-winner Cynthia Nixon (The Gilded Age, And Just Like That, Little Foxes) and Taylor Trensch (Camelot; Hello, Dolly!), directed by New Group Founding Artistic Director Scott Elliott. Previews begin Tuesday, February 6 in advance of an Official Opening Night on Monday, February 26. A limited Off-Broadway engagement is slated through Sunday, March 24 at The Pershing Square Signature Center (The Alice Griffin Jewel Box Theatre, 480 West 42nd Street).  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Created and hosted by Cavan Hendron, The Bradshaw Effect seeks to create a space to cultivate community, share experiences, and show that we can be the main characters of our stories. In this episode, Cavan sits down with award-winning theatre Multi-Hyphenate, Michael Kushner to discuss his career, his book, the power of setting boundaries, and so much more!   Check Out Michael's Website Here! ⁠Follow Michael on Social Media!

THE TIME HAS COME. Tara and EmKay continue their journey into Broadway's smash hit musical, 2003's "Wicked The Musical" with special guest Michael Kushner! Rabbit holes include celebrating Eden Espinosa, special effects, the mechanics of the flight, and so much more!Show Notes:Oz and the Musical: Performing the American Fairy Tale by Ryan BunchDefying Gravity The Creative Career of Stephen Schwartzfrom Godspell to Wicked by Carol de Giere with a Foreword by composer Alan MenkenWicked: A Musical Biography by Paul R. LairdWicked: The Grimmerie by David CoteWicked the Musical: A Pop-Up Compendium of Splendiferous Delight and Thrillifying Intrigue by Kees Moerbeek & Greg CallMichael KushnerWithy WorkshopHow Elphaba Defies Gravity (CBS News)Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader

THE TIME HAS COME. Tara and EmKay continue their journey into Broadway's smash hit musical, 2003's "Wicked The Musical" with special guest Michael Kushner! The hosts discuss the iconic music behind "Defying Gravity," Michael's first memories listening to this track on the cast recording, backstory on Glinda's role in this scene, and so much more. Stay tuned for part 2 dropping this Wednesday!Show Notes:Oz and the Musical: Performing the American Fairy Tale by Ryan BunchDefying Gravity The Creative Career of Stephen Schwartzfrom Godspell to Wicked by Carol de Giere with a Foreword by composer Alan MenkenWicked: A Musical Biography by Paul R. LairdWicked: The Grimmerie by David CoteWicked the Musical: A Pop-Up Compendium of Splendiferous Delight and Thrillifying Intrigue by Kees Moerbeek & Greg CallYvevationMichael KushnerInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader

We apologize for the delay, but as you may hear in a few spots of this episode, we were dealing with a technical difficulty, we didn't want to hold this episode for just ourselves, so GET OVER IT and enjoy. ♥️ NEW FRIEND OF THE POD ALERT! Join the gals as they have a "Multi-Hyphante" conversation with Les Miz superfan and photographer, Michael Kushner. In this episode the gals and Michael get into it all, from the evolution of vocal tone, Michael's meet cute with original cast member, "Frankie" and much, much more. Strap in and Strap on because this episode gets INTO it.  If you would like to donate to Covenant House you can here: https://www.sleepout.org/Book a shoot with Michael: http://www.michaelkushnerphotography.com/Keep up with Michael on Social Media: @themichaelkushner................................................................................................................................Follow us on Social Media!!@thispodwontrunaweek on Instagramhttps://www.patreon.com/thispodcastwontrunaweekIf you want to take a lesson with SLee email her at coachingwithslee@gmail.comHosts: Kat Shaw, @katlynwithak on all platforms SLee, @justcallmeslee on all platformsAudio Engineer: Jackson Alexander @jackshitmedia on Instagram Theme Song written and performed by: Rachel Lind @rachellindnyc on Instagram and @rachelglind on TwitterArtwork by: Adele Simms, @artsyadeleSupport the show

In this episode, we explore Michael Kushner's past life as a Titanic Survivor. Michael is an award winning multi-hyphenate in the theatre, television and film industries. He has photographed Patti LuPone, Julie Andrews, Hillary Clinton, and thousands of other artists. Michael is the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys and currently teaches theatre business at Strasberg / NYU. Michael's book How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business, published by Routledge Publishing arrived on shelves in the Spring of 2023. He is a member of Actors Equity Association and he has interviewed Carol Burnett, Rachel Brosnahan, Billy Porter, and many more artists on his podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate where you can listen wherever you download podcasts. #pastlives #titanic #reincarnation #pastliferegression #spiritualjourney Mayra Rath is a Certified Hypnotherapist Past Life Regression Therapist - Certified through the American Board of Hypnotherapy QHHT- Level 2 practitioner Soul Signs Hypnosis Website: https://www.soulsigns.net/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulsignshypnosis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul_signs_hypnosis/?hl=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1009959799420939 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/support

Michael Kushner is one of New York's leading multi-hyphenates, photographer, producer, actor, podcast host, and author. Michael is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association, and has featured in notable performances, including On The Town at Barrington Stage directed by John Rando, Much Ado About Nothing at Barrington Stage directed by Julie Boyd, Sons Of The Prophet at GableStage directed by Joe Adler, and Toxic If Swallowed at Ars Nova directed by Charles Quittner. As a photographer, Michael's work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, and in publications in print and online. He is the creator of The Dressing Room Project, a photographic journal of actors prepping for their roles on Broadway. Michael has photographed Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews, and many more notable artists. As a producer, Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons. He is an Executive Producer on the award winning and EMMY-nominated web series, Indoor Boys, created by Wes Taylor and Alex Wyse. Michael and Wes' short film XaveMePlease, starring Isaac Powell, played Frameline43 Festival in San Francisco and OutFilmFest in CT. He served as Associate Producer on Bernie and Mikey's Trip to the Moon with 59E59 and Strangemen and Co. Michael is proudly on the Advisory Boards of Out of the Box Theatrics and Wingspan Arts. He is also an investor in Be More Chill on Broadway. Every year, Michael participates in Stage and Screen Sleep Out with Covenant House. He has worked with the youth of Covenant House, NY and helped them create the project I Am Worth It,. Michael and the Broadway Podcast Network launched Dear Multi-Hyphenate, exploring how multidisciplinary artists exist in show business. He is also the creator of his one man show, Moo With Me directed by Max Crumm. Michael is now an Expert Contributor to Backstage. Michael graduated with distinction from Ithaca College with a BFA in Musical Theatre.   Hey everyone! Welcome to today's episode of the Wright Conversations Podcast! For today's episode, I'm joined by Michael Kushner to talk about being a multi-hyphenate, the sexless actor expectation, and sex and sexuality in the studio. We also talk about Michael's most incredible shoots, establishing trust and comfort, and get Michael's advice to aspiring multi-hyphenates. Let's delve in!   In this Episode You'll Learn: [01:47] A bit about Michael. [02:52] What is a multi-hyphenate? [08:02] Introducing Rachel. [10:37] Sexless actors. [13:55] Sex and sexuality in the studio. [17:19] Creating comfort in photoshoots. [19:27] What it takes to trust someone. [23:32] Michael's favorite shoots. [30:02] Michael's advice to aspiring multi-hyphenates.   Quotes: “We exist as many things, all at once.” [12:32] “Communication and conversation in photoshoots is really important.” [18:22] “A headshot doesn't belong on your mom's fridge.” [22:36] “Multi-hyphenating is different to multitalented, multifaceted, and multitasking.” [30:39]   Connect with Michael Kushner Website:            www.michaelkushnerphotography.com.                         www.michaelkushneronline.com. Instagram:          @themichaelkushner. TikTok:              @themichaelkushner. Podcast:            Dear Multi-Hyphenate.   Connect with Rachel Wright Website:            https://rachelwrightnyc.com Instagram:          @thewright_rachel Twitter:              @thewrightrachel   Resources How to Be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business.   Get 20% OFF Your First Order at The Honey Pot! Use Promo Code: Rachel20   WIN A FREE INTIMACY AFTER DARK DECK!   Get 30% OFF the NEW After Dark Deck! Use Promo Code: Rachel   Get your Zumio Discount!   Call to Action Please, if you love this episode, share it with your friends and others. To help this podcast grow, please leave a review, and don't forget to subscribe.

In this special segment, I talk with Michael Kushner, an award winning multi-hyphenate in theatre, television and the film industry. In 2021, Michael experienced his own Past Life Regression with me which led to his recall of being on the Titanic. I won't spoil it by being to wordy here...just enjoy the show! @themichaelkushner on all platforms Mayra Rath is a Certified Hypnotherapist Past Life Regression Therapist - Certified through the American Board of Hypnotherapy QHHT- Level 2 practitioner Soul Signs Hypnosis Website: https://www.soulsigns.net/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulsignshypnosis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul_signs_hypnosis/?hl=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1009959799420939 #pastlives #pastliferegression #hypnosis #spiritual #spiritualjunkie #reincarnation --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/support

Hear what Michael Kushner (DEAR MULTI-HYPHENATE) has to say about the theater industry, his new book, and more.LinksMichael Kushner's WebsiteDear Multi-Hyphenate WebsiteConnect with Us@beltlinetobroadway

Previous guest Michael Kushner loves to use the term multi-hyphenate to illustrate the many ways we can express our creative selves. Well, Corrie Legge describes herself as a multi-passionate actor, having performed in television, film, theater, commercials, video games, audiobooks, and more. She's also a filmmaker and a coach, helping others to build thriving creative careers without having to sacrifice a fulfilling personal life in the process. Corrie and I spoke earlier this year about a particular struggle she faced that actually led her into work as a voiceover artist, which she now balances with her other role of being a mother. But we start off talking about back-to-back experiences that made her question even pursuing a career in theater altogether.  STORY #1 - Back-to-back negative experiences in theater & not taking those experiences personally EXTRAS - Letting go of fear in performance and auditions STORY #2 - How an adopted dog led her into voiceover work STORY #3 - Balancing motherhood and a career as an artist & how parenthood has made her a better actor SUBSCRIBE TO WINMI Get access to Audition Stories, the Final Five questions, and other bonus content by becoming a monthly or yearly subscriber to Why I'll Never Make It. Producing this podcast is rewarding in its own way, but I'm essentially a one-man operation. So it is both costly and time-intensive to put together each episode. By subscribing you'll be supporting these podcasting efforts, and have access to extended conversations and other bonus content. Your financial support of this podcast is greatly appreciated! Subscribe to get access to bonus episodes and extra content   Make a one-time Donation to support transcripts and podcast production If you'd like to support WINMI but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for reduced-price or even free access to the bonus content. Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | YouTube ———- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top Theater Podcast hosted by actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones and is a production of WINMI Media. Background music is by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actors are no strangers to making choices. Every time we step onto the stage or into an audition room, we are faced with decisions to make. What character traits to emphasize? How to relate to others in the scene? Why is this story being told? These choices can make or break a performance or audition.    But the choices that actors make don't end when we leave the stage or audition room. They extend far beyond our professional lives and into our personal responsibilities as well. Actors are constantly juggling the demands of a career with personal priorities, always having to strike a balance between our craft and our private lives. Sometimes, these choices can be incredibly difficult. Actors may be faced with the choice between pursuing our dreams or just making rent, between accepting a big role or spending more time with family, or between living in New York or elsewhere. Previous guest Michael Kushner loves to use the term multi-hyphenate to illustrate the many ways we can express our creative selves. Well, Corrie Legge describes herself as a multi-passionate actor, having performed in television, film, theater, commercials, video games, audiobooks, and more. She's also a filmmaker and a coach, helping others to build thriving creative careers without having to sacrifice a fulfilling personal life in the process.   Corrie and I spoke earlier this year about a particular struggle she faced that actually led her into work as a voiceover artist, which she now balances with her other role of being a mother. But we start off talking about back-to-back experiences that made her question even pursuing a career in theater altogether.   Timeline of this episode's conversation: 03:26 - Corrie has accomplished a lot with her 10 years in the business  05:41 - Story #1: Back-to-back negative experiences in theater 14:53 - Not taking bad experiences personally 19:14 - Story #2: How an adopted dog led her into voiceover work  29:03 - Letting go of fear in performance and auditions  35:09 - A sample of Corrie's Audition Story available to subscribers 36:26 - Story #3: Balancing motherhood and a career as an artist 41:00 - How parenthood has made her a better actor   Subscribe to WINMI If you wanna listen to the full conversation (with Audition Stories and the Final Five questions) as well as get early access to every episode, then become a monthly or yearly subscriber to Why I'll Never Make It. Though producing this podcast is rewarding in its own way, I'm essentially a one-man operation, and it is both costly and time-intensive to put together each episode. So for just $5-10/month you'll not only support these podcasting efforts, but you'll also get to access to these extended conversations and other bonus content. Your financial support of this podcast is greatly appreciated: Subscribe to get early access to episodes and bonus content   Make a one-time Donation to support transcripts and podcast production If you'd like to support WINMI but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for reduced-price or even free access to the bonus content.   Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top 25 Theater Podcast hosted by actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones, and it is a production of WINMI Media, LLC. Background music in this episode by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.  

Listen to the rest of the episode by joining the ITBR Cafe for only $5 a month! patreon.com/ivorytowerboilerroom Michael Kushner, NYC's leading multi-hyphenate, joins Andrew in the ITBR for a show-stopping discourse. He obtained his BFA in Musical Theatre from Ithaca College, served as the Director of Programming for The Green Room 42, is the Executive Producer of the Emmy nominated web series “Indoor Boys,” and he's the owner of Michael Kushner Photography whose photographs have been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, Playbill, and more. He is the creator of The Dressing Room Project, which is dedicated to photographing actors on and off-Broadway. He is the creator of the podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate (Broadway Podcast Network) and the author of “How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business: Conversations, Advice, and Tips from Dear Multi-Hyphenate.” Michael talks all about the term “multi-hyphenate.” When he first searched up the term, he noticed how the definition seemed to only encapsulate celebrities that pursue multiple professional projects…but should the term only apply to celebrities? Michael shares how he changed the definition of multi-hyphenate in order to include any artist that has multiple proficiencies.  Michael also dives deep into Broadway. He emphasizes that you do not need a BFA in order to successfully reach Broadway stardom, but rather anyone from any background with the confidence and talent can achieve it. He mentions how Broadway looks different for everyone. Some people see the dream as unattainable, while others are born into the industry just an arm's length away.  Head over to the ITBR Cafe, our Patreon, to hear the tea on upcoming musicals…Only $5 a month! patreon.com/ivorytowerboilerroom Make sure to pick up Michael's book, “How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business: Conversations, Advice, and Tips from Dear Multi-Hyphenate”: https://www.routledge.com/How-to-Be-a-Multi-Hyphenate-in-the-Theatre-Business-Conversations-Advice/Kushner/p/book/9781032184159 Check out Michael's podcast, Dear Multi-Hyphenate: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-multi-hyphenate/id1432770164 Be sure to follow Michael on Instagram @themichaelkushner, and TikTok @themichaelkushner.  Head to Broadview Press, an independent academic publisher, for all your humanities related books. Use code ivorytower for 20% off your broadviewpress.com order. To subscribe to The Gay and Lesbian Review visit glreview.org. Click Subscribe, and enter promo code ITBR to receive a free copy with any print or digital subscription. Order from @mandeemadeit, mention ITBR, and with your first order you'll receive a free personalized gift! Follow That Ol' Gay Classic Cinema on Instagram, @thatolgayclassiccinema. Follow ITBR on IG, @ivorytowerboilerroom, TikTok, @ivorytowerboilerroom, and Twitter, @IvoryBoilerRoom! Thanks to the ITBR team! Andrew Rimby (Executive Director), Mary DiPipi (Chief Contributor), and our Spring 23 Interns (Andrea, Kaitlyn, Rosie, Sara, and Sheila) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ivorytowerboilerroom/support

There was a study that came out the year before the pandemic called “Quantifying and Predicting Success in Show Business.” It starts off by saying that the unemployment rate for actors hovers around 90% —now, this was before Covid, when unemployment shot up to 100% for all actors. More recent statistics, however, show us bouncing back with about 85% of actors unemployed at any given time, while only 12.08% earn more than $1000 a year. Now, any actor who's been around for a while has probably heard these doomsday numbers before. But if there's one thing I hope that you've gathered from listening to this podcast, is that “making it” can mean many different things, and it can happen in any number of ways. This is why being a multi-hyphenate can be extremely beneficial, not only for us professionally but personally as well. Michael Kushner is an expert at multi-hyphenating—he's producer, director, podcaster, actor, photographer, and educator. Earlier this year he added author to that list, when he released his first book titled How to Be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business. It's full of conversations, advice, and tips from his wonderful podcast called Dear Multi-Hyphenate. More importantly, though, he's the partner, and soon to be husband of another former guest of this podcast, Remy Germinario, and so it's great to bring Michael here to talk about his own career—the challenges he's faced in figuring out its many paths and what it's taught him about his own value and worth as an artist.  Timeline of this episode's conversation, including the bonus segments: 03:17 - Michael and Patrick discuss his upcoming marriage  4:26 - Story #1: Almost making his New York City debut 14:07 - Story #2: The long-term effect of Covid on his life and work 20:16 - How Michael juggles all the various jobs he has  29:25 - Story #3: Why people think he's given up acting (even though he hasn't) 36:53 - Creating and producing his own one-man show 43:32 - What led him to write a book about being a multi-hyphenate 49:36 - Bonus Segment: Michael's audition story for 13 the Musical on Broadway 53:49 - Bonus Segment: Michael answering the Final Five questions     Subscribe to WINMI If you wanna get the full conversations of previous and future episodes (which include Audition Stories and the Final Five questions) as well as get early access to these episodes without pesky promotions, then become a monthly or yearly subscriber to Why I'll Never Make It. Though producing this podcast is rewarding in its own way, I'm essentially a one-man operation, and it is both costly and time-intensive to put together each episode. So for just $5-10/month you'll not only support these podcasting efforts, but you'll also get to access to these extended conversations and other bonus content. Your financial support of this podcast is greatly appreciated: Subscribe as a WINMI Producer to get early access and bonus content   Make a one-time Donation to support transcripts and podcast production If you'd like to support, but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for easier access to the bonus content.   Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top 25 Theater Podcast hosted by Off-Broadway actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones, and it is a production of WINMI Media, LLC. Background music in this episode by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

This amazing episode features an incredible live panel from BroadwayCon 2022, featuring some of the leading multi-hyphenates in the Broadway, television, and film communities. Topics include process and product, boundaries, and so much more.  John Cariani – Broadway: Caroline, or Change; The Band's Visit; Something Rotten! (Outer Critics Circle Award nom.); Fiddler on the Roof (Tony Award nom.; Outer Critics Circle Award). Off-Broadway: The Atlantic, The Public, Transport Group. Regional: Williamstown Theatre Festival, The Old Globe, Center Theatre Group, Barrington Stage Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival. Several films. Television includes The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Blacklist, The Good Wife, Homeland; recurring roles on Law & Order (CSU Tech Beck), Numb3rs, and The Onion News Network. Playwright: Almost, Maine; Last Gas; LOVE/SICK; cul-de-sac. Jen Waldman has been working in the Broadway community for over two decades, first as an actor (Wicked and Titanic) and now as a coach to some of Broadway's brightest stars. She is the founder and artistic director of Jen Waldman Studio (JWS), and her clients have appeared in nearly every single Broadway musical for the last 15 years. In addition to her work at JWS, her hypens include: director, choreographer, artistic director, keynote speaker, leadership coach, speaking coach, podcaster, actor, teacher, and mentor. Jen co-hosts the podcast The Long and the Short of It, with listeners in over 100 countries. JenWaldman.com Kaisha S. Huguley is a New York based actor, singer, entrepreneur, creative, & educator originally born and raised in Washington, D.C. Most recently, Kaisha performed in solo cabaret, @kaishacreates, A One Woman Showcial making her Green Room 42 Debut. When Kaisha is not on the stage, she's creating content for her online fanbase on her TikTok, Podcast: A Kaisha Story, YouTube Channel, and Blog. Additionally, Kaisha is the Director of Diversity & Cultural Creative Initiatives as well as a Faculty Member at The American Musical & Dramatic Academy in New York. She develops curriculum and teaches courses on the business of the arts & entertainment industry. Kaisha is committed to giving back to the next generation of artists & creatives. To follow Kaisha's journey to her dreams, simply follow her on Instagram @KaishaCreates to join her Gram Fam :) Jennifer Ashley Tepper is producer of the musicals Be More Chill, Broadway Bounty Hunter, and Love In Hate Nation. She is also the Creative and Programming Director at Feinstein's/54 Below, and the author of The Untold Stories of Broadway book series. She is the creator of The Jonathan Larson Project and historian consultant on the upcoming film version of tick, tick...BOOM! Tepper was recently named recipient of a 2020 Lincoln Center Emerging Artist Award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on a special episode of  BEFORE THE BREAK, the boys sit down with photographer, Michael Kushner. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, and The Tony Awards, among others. We discuss the difference between headshots and social media pics, knowing the proper looks for you and your market, current trends, how to prepare for a headshot session, the importance of being specific, and when to get new shots taken. That and much more!Follow Before The Break - on Instagram at @beforethebreakpodhttps://beforethebreak.buzzsprout.com/Follow Michael -on Instagram at @themichaelkushnerFollow Tommy -on Instagram at @imtommybythewayhttps://www.tommybeardmore.com/Follow Adam -on Instagram at @thatadamdecarlohttp://adamdecarlo.com/Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and give us a rating!

Carlie Craig (MadTV) and host Michael Kushner started their journey into the theatre industry together when they were young kids. Growing up doing theatre in a facility that houses national tours, music performances, comedians, fine art and more - it allowed us to be exposed to a plethora of different kinds of art.  The pandemic has caused many artists to revisit the things they know are true. And for Carlie, it's back to the basics. Heading back to her home state of Florida, she's not only spending a temporary time where she grew up but also spending time with the teachers who helped shape her.  When Carlie headed back to Florida, she hit up her first voice teacher. “I can't really explain it… just something, when I was deciding to come home for a couple of months, something was just lingering in the back of my head that was like “You should call Gisbert” because I knew being home, I wanted to work on my craft… I wanted to continue to evolve. I wanted to continue to grow.”  After some personal road bumps and soul searching, Carlie found herself with an opportunity to invest in herself and her healing journey. It seems to be a pandemic theme, doesn't it?  But when Carlie has a will, she finds a way, “What I've learned,” she says, “as long as you have some sort of finish line in place, everything else will work itself out.” Even when she booked 54 Below in NYC for a solo show before she even could afford a plane ticket, Carlie figured out a way to make it happen. After MadTV abruptly ended, Carlie listened to what she knew best… going back to the stage. And that's what this episode is all about -- listening to what is true to you and following it through. Carlie's vibrance is contagious, and truly, she makes you feel like everything is achievable, no matter what. After listening to Carlie's stories of how she booked some of her biggest credits to date, anything actually is achievable. Carlie Craig is an actress, singer and South Florida native who is most known for her work on the CW's reboot of the iconic sketch show MADtv. Carlie moved to Los Angeles ten days after graduating from Florida State University with her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Media Production. She then began her work as assistant to Broadway star and YouTube sensation, Todrick Hall, which led to touring with him internationally as a singer & actress, starring in his hit MTV docuseries Todrick and serving as a vocalist on his groundbreaking visual album, Straight Outta Oz. Carlie gained online recognition with her video Celebrity Impressions, which has been viewed over 8 million times across multiple platforms. She then appeared on USA's comedy competition show, First Impressions with Dana Carvey, where she wowed the SNL alum with her spot-on impersonations of Ariana Grande, Kristin Chenoweth and Emma Stone. Carlie has performed her all-original one woman musicals Have Several Seats and Me! The Musical! in cabaret venues across Los Angeles & NYC and cannot wait to bring her shows back to audiences again once we are all finally vaccinated. You can currently catch Carlie starring in Kevin Hart's LOL Network comedy series The Donors, streaming now on lolnetwork.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/kq6aWF0uZaE ttps://54below.com/events/michael-kushner-sings-his-hits-for-pride/ Michael Kushner is NYC's leading multi-hyphenate and the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys. Performance: On the Town at Barrington Stage (Pre Broadway, Directed by John Rando), Sons on the Prophet at GableStage (Directed by Joe Adler). He is the creator of his one man show, Moo With Me (Directed by Max Crumm). Photography: Featured in The NYTimes, Vogue, The Tony Awards, Playbill, and more. Producing: Emmy Nominated web series, Indoor Boys, created by Wes Taylor and Alex Wyse, XaveMePlease, starring Isaac Powell. Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons, and was awarded the first ever MTF Builder Award.   www.michaelkushneronline.com or www.michaelkushnerphotography.com.  Podcasts: Dear Multi-Hyphenate and My Broadway Memory with Broadway Podcast Network. Proud AEA Member. Ithaca College BFA Musical Theatre. @themichaelkushner on IG and TikTok. 

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On this episode I am joined by the true multi-hyphenate Michael Kushner. He is the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys and his next project is The Pink Unicorn film starring Tony Winner Alice Ripley, for which he'll be serving as producer and director of photography. He has performed in such shows as On the Town, Much Ado About Nothing, Sons on the Prophet and he is the creator of his one man show, Moo With Me. His photography has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, Playbill, and more. Creator of The Dressing Room Project, Michael has photographed Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews, and many more notable artists. Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons, and was awarded the first ever MTF Builder Award. During CoVid-19, Michael has stayed active in the theatre community by serving as Director of Photography and producing virtual events such as Moments in the Woods (A Virtual Gala for the HFWAA featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, which was nominated for a BroadwayWorld Award), Betsy Wolfe's A Pants Optional Holiday, and It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play featuring The Skivvies with Laguna Playhouse, and Leslie Kritzer's Holiday Show for The Actors' Home. He's an active participant with Covenant House and in 2020, Michael served as the KeyNote speaker for Florida Thespians.He currently has two podcasts out: Dear Multi-Hyphenate and My Broadway Memory with the Broadway Podcast Network. We discuss the science behind being a multi-hyphenate, how casting protocols need to change, and he is using his many platforms to serve his life and others. Get in touch: Michael Kushner Instagram: @themichaelkushner on IG and TikTok.Website: www.michaelkushneronline.com Photography: www.michaelkushnerphotography.com.Ayana Major Bey Website: www.ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambey, @theartistpivot********************Executive Producer & Host: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran NiemandSupport the show

On this episode I am joined by the true multi-hyphenate Michael Kushner. He is the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys and his next project is The Pink Unicorn film starring Tony Winner Alice Ripley, for which he'll be serving as producer and director of photography. He has performed in such shows as On the Town, Much Ado About Nothing, Sons on the Prophet and he is the creator of his one man show, Moo With Me. His photography has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, Playbill, and more. Creator of The Dressing Room Project, Michael has photographed Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews, and many more notable artists. Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons, and was awarded the first ever MTF Builder Award. During CoVid-19, Michael has stayed active in the theatre community by serving as Director of Photography and producing virtual events such as Moments in the Woods (A Virtual Gala for the HFWAA featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, which was nominated for a BroadwayWorld Award), Betsy Wolfe's A Pants Optional Holiday, and It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play featuring The Skivvies with Laguna Playhouse, and Leslie Kritzer's Holiday Show for The Actors' Home. He's an active participant with Covenant House and in 2020, Michael served as the KeyNote speaker for Florida Thespians.He currently has two podcasts out: Dear Multi-Hyphenate and My Broadway Memory with the Broadway Podcast Network. We discuss the science behind being a multi-hyphenate, how casting protocols need to change, and he is using his many platforms to serve his life and others. Get in touch: Michael Kushner Instagram: @themichaelkushner on IG and TikTok.Website: www.michaelkushneronline.com Photography: www.michaelkushnerphotography.com.Ayana Major Bey Website: www.ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambey, @theartistpivot********************Executive Producer & Host: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran NiemandSupport the show

Michael Kushner https://www.instagram.com/themichaelkushner/ is one of New York's leading multi - hyphenates: a person who has multiple proficiencies, often cross pollinating into each other to help flourish professional capabilities.  Michael is a multi faceted theatre artist https://www.michaelkushneronline.com/ and is the host of the podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-multi-hyphenate/id1432770164 Michael Kushner is also a photographer, producer, among other things, and is helping other multi-disciplined artists how to live their lives with full agency https://www.multihypeworkshop.com/ 

Guests: Christine Ebersole and Erik Liberman Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk about Christine's Tony Winning performance in Grey Gardens, her short lived Broadway debut, and Erik's hysterical memory of Elaine Stritch bleeding backstage of LoveMusik. Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Andy Karl and Orfeh Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk about being related to Cher, Legally Blonde keepsakes, Altar Boyz, and of course - who wins The New-ishly Wed Game? Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Kushner is a man of many hats.

Michael Kushner is a man of many hats.

Guests: Marti Gould Cummings and Blake Allen Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk about Blake's love for Ashley Brown, Marti taking their niece to the Head Over Heel's Opening Night and hanging out with Laverne Cox, and of course - the Newishly-Wed Game! Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Ann Harada and Ali Ewoldt Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk about costume mishaps, the EMMY Nominated Series Indoor Boys, acting as a dead body during a backers audition, and falls that will knock your teeth out... literally. Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pyrotechnics. The Junkyard as a bombed out World War II cathedral. Individual makeup artists. A $44,000 production budget. This episode features fellow Broadway Podcast Network host Michael Kushner who performed in the most elaborate high school production of CATS in the US History**. Michael and I discuss how we would cast World War II historic figures as CATS characters, all the crazy things his south Florida high school production of CATS did to the show, and why he thinks the show is more fun to perform than watch.  Check out Michael on Instagram: @themichaelkushner Check out Michael's The Dressing Room Project on Instagram: @thedressingroomproject Check out Michael's Dear Multi Hyphenate Podcast Check out Michael's My Broadway Memory Podcast **not fact checked anywhere but it feels right Produced by: Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network Instagram & Twitter: @TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests: Beetlejuice's Leslie Krtizer and Dana Steingold Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk about first kisses at intermissions, booking shows while seeing your favorites musicals, and what happens when you eat too many cookies between shows and can't fit into your costume for the evening performance. Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our special guest this episode is Michael Kushner, host of the amazing podcast Dear Mult-Hyphenates! On this amazing show Michael speaks with artists in show business who have multiple proficiencies that cross pollinate to help flourish their careers.In this episode Michael chats with me about a multi-hyphenate work style, how he grew up in the theater, we get his podcasters picks, and of course we get into dope show "Dear Multi-hyphenate" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Guests: Tony Winner Beth Leavel and Taylor Iman Jones Boyfriends Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario host My Broadway Memory, keeping Broadway alive! Check us out for performances, comedy segments, fan segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. In this episode we talk Broadway inspirations, winning Tonys, the upcoming Devil Wears Prada musical, and more. Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEASON TWO OF MY BROADWAY MEMORY! Join us for a brand new season of Broadway memories, featuring your favorite Broadway personalities. Remy Germinario joins as co-host for Season Two alongside Michael Kushner. Check us out for performances, new segments, appearances by Divas and Legends, Good News, ways for you to be on the show, and more! My Broadway Memory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. Guests: Jackie Cox and Paige Turner! Hosts: Remy Germinario and Michael Kushner Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Website, Instagram, or Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast REMY GERMINARIO: Website, Instagram BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEASON ONE FINALE! Celebrate Wingspan Arts as host Michael Kushner and Broadway Podcast Network holds a live, virtual gala for this incredible non-profit based in NYC. You'll hear amazing appearances performances from Tony Winner Alice Ripley, America's Got Talent's Luke Islam, Freestyle Love Supreme, Tony Nominee Beth Malone, Jeremy Kushnier, and more! Wingspan Arts aims to enrich the lives of young people in and around New York City through multi-disciplinary arts education programs both in and out of the classroom. Our programs emphasize the value of theatre, music, visual arts, and dance while also using these art forms as tools for communication, personal growth, and self-expression. Founded in 2001 in response to the lack of arts instruction in public schools, Wingspan Arts’ customized programs have benefited thousands of children across the New York Metro Region. By partnering with professional artist-educators who bring their creative experiences and personalized lessons to the classroom, Wingspan has transformed the traditional teacher-student paradigm into an authenticity-driven, community-based learning environment. Through afterschool, in-school, theatre conservatory, and public programs, Wingspan Arts students are empowered both as individuals and as stewards of the expanding arts community. All children have creative promise; however, many may not have means to access the arts. For these families, Wingspan Arts offers tuition-free opportunities, a scholarship program, and free public events as part of our commitment to reaching as many young people as possible. This helps fulfill our mission of connecting students to the arts, and the arts to life. Want more of My Broadway Memory?! Follow us on Social! @MyBroadwayMemory on Instagram and Facebook and @MyBwayMemory on Twitter MICHAEL KUSHNER: Instagram or The Dressing Room Project Dear Multi-Hyphenate Podcast BROADWAY PODCAST NETWORK: Website or Instagram #MyBroadwayMemory is co-created by Michael Kushner and Brian Sedita. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Sage chats with actor, photographer, producer and writer, Michael Kushner (Dear Multi-Hyphenate, The Dressing Room Project, Indoor Boys) about what being a multi-hyphenate means in this industry, aspects that make a great headshot and what it's like taking backstage photos of major stars at Broadway shows.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Chels and Em are thankful and tickled to be joined by the Multi-Hype crew: Michael Kushner, Kimberley Faye Greenberg, and Ashley Kate Adams, speaking on a favorite they all share, Les Mis! We got "less miserable" speaking to the most sparkling people in the world! Table of Contents: [12:04-22:19] Background [22:19- 1:03:46] Act 1 [1:03:46-1:33:06] Act 2 PLUGS: Ashley Kate Adams "BYOP" Book Kimberly Faye Greenberg Fabulous Fanny Michael Kushner My Broadway Memory Podcast Multi-Hype Workshop . . . SEND US WHAT YOU'RE "WINING" ABOUT! If you have a story or a GOOD RANT/CELEBRATION you would like to share with W&D, please submit by clicking here or email winesanddolls@gmail.com and put "LISTENER STORY" in the subject line for our new Listener-Sode series, to be released every first Monday of every month! Help Wines and Dolls be the best they can be by supporting us on Patreon at patreon.com/winesanddolls for a cheers on the show and other perks for Patrons. Cheers to our Patrons: Brandon, Sydney, Allison, Noah, Victoria, Amy, Sandra, Julia, and Andy! Sponsors: Visit www.coffeeovercardio.com and use promo: 10DOLLS to save 10% on any purchase! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter at winesanddolls Artwork by From Pen to Paper Music from Les Miserbles (Original Broadway Recording), 1987 and Guys and Dolls, 1992 on Spotify For more info, visit www.winesanddolls.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/winesanddolls/message

Professor Jennifer Taub (1:17) joined Mountain Money to talk about how white-collar crime has caused enormous damage to millions of victims both directly and indirectly as she discusses her new book, “Big Dirty Money: The Shocking Injustice and Unseen Cost of White-Collar Crime.” (29:15) Pippa Stevens, market reporter for CNBC, talked about Nikola Motor’s saga through the lens of three-story lines recently captivating Wall Street: SPACs (special purpose acquisition companies), electric vehicle companies and the rise of retail traders. (44:47) Mountain Money ended the hour talking with Michael Kushner, founder of PetNetX – a new destination where you can manage everything for you pet.

Get ready for some joy to be sparked!! Michael Kushner is one of New York's leading multi - hyphenates. Michael currently has a live talk show every Thursday, produced by Broadway Podcast Network, entitled MY BROADWAY MEMORY. Some favorite performance credits include ON THE TOWN at Barrington Stage (Pre Broadway try out, Directed by John Rando), MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Barrington Stage (Directed by Julie Boyd), SONS OF THE PROPHET at GableStage (Directed by Joe Adler), and TOXIC IF SWALLOWED at Ars Nova (Directed by Charles Quittner). He is also the creator of his one man show, MOO WITH ME (Directed by Max Crumm), which will be brought back to NYC in 2021. As a photographer, Michael's work has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, and in publications in print and online nationally and across the pond. He is the creator of The Dressing Room Project, a photographic journal of actors preparing for their roles on Broadway. Michael has photographed Idina Menzel, Julie Andrews, and many more notable artists. He is an Executive Producer on the award winning. Emmy Nominated web series, INDOOR BOYS, created by Wes Taylor and Alex Wyse. Michael and Wes' short film XAVEMEPLEASE, starring Isaac Powell, played Frameline43 Festival in San Francisco and OutFilmFest in CT. Michael is proudly on the Advisory Boards of Out of the Box Theatrics, Wingspan Arts, and Town Stages. Active participant with Covenant House. For more you can visit www.michaelkushnerphotography.com. Podcast: Dear Multi-Hyphenate and My Broadway Memory with Broadway Podcast Network. Proud AEA Member. Ithaca College BFA Musical Theatre. For social media, follow @themichaelkushner and @thedressingroomproject on Instagram. . . . If you have a story you would like to share with W&D, please submit by clicking here or email winesanddolls@gmail.com and put "LISTENER STORY" in the subject line for our new Listener-Sode series, to be released every first Monday of every month! Help Wines and Dolls be the best they can be by supporting us on Patreon at patreon.com/winesanddolls for a cheers on the show and other perks for Patrons. Cheers to our Patrons: Brandon, Sydney, Allison, Noah, Amy, Sandra, Julia, and Andy! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter at winesanddolls Artwork by From Pen to Paper Music from Guys and Dolls, 1992 on Spotify --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/winesanddolls/message

Missing Happy Hour with your friends? BPN has you covered! Join the hosts of Equity One: Broadway’s Happy Hour (BPN.fm/EquityOne) as they catch up with your favorite podcast hosts! Each Wednesday and Saturday at 4:00 ("between shows” if you will) they’ll chat LIVE with some of Broadway Podcast Network’s best podcasters. Cocktails, games and laughs are guaranteed. So pour yourself a drink, and join us for Happy Hour on the Broadway Together Town Hall! @dearmultihyphenate @themichaelkushner @equityonepodcast @elliottmattox @calebdicke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As you know Stephen and I both have our hands in different pots including Broadway Life Coach, Broadway Life Apparel, Ballet Beautiful, and Ballet Academy East! But, our guests on this weeks podcast are just as creative and involved in an array of things. Michael Kushner and Remy Germinario spill all the beans including their mutual love of Disney, their astrological signs. Michael is a photographer and the host of the podcast Dear Multi-hyphenate on the Broadway Podcast Network. His partner Remy Germinario is a Stand-up comedian who makes his living as a tour guide The chemistry of these two is electric, and they offer some amazing point of views on their relationship on our segment SPOTLIGHT ON LOVE. Our listener asked: Do you consider consider yourself masculine or feminine in your relationship? Do traditional gender roles play a part in your relationship? Make sure you take a listen and follow them on their social media. Let us know in the comments your favorite parts of the episode, and come say HI over on our social media as well. http://instagram.com/themichaelkushner http://instagram.com/dearmultihyphenate http://instagram.com/thebackstageproject http://instagram.com/remygerminario Support this podcast by becoming a patron on http://patreon.com/broadwayhusbands ***** Follow us http://instagram.com/broadwayhusbands http://facebook.com/broadwayhusbands http://youtube.com/broadwayhusbands  Bret http://bretshuford.com http://instagram.com/bretshuford http://twitter.com/bretshuford http://snapchat.com/thebretshuford http://facebook.com/bretshuford Stephen http://instagram.com/stephenrhanna http://twitter.com/stephenrhanna We are grateful to be a part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Music composed by David Dabbon, photo by Roberto Araujo Photography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Kushner is the Chief Creative Officer + Co-Founder of BABOON TO THE MOON, a vibrant brand that provides high-quality adventure essentials. The bags are meant to survive everything from the zombie apocalypse to that guy at the airport hurling your bag across the runway. Baboon's mission is to promote adventure while trying not to destroy Mother Earth. The brand believes that fast fashion and cheap disposable purchases are BAD. Products should be of high quality and last over time. The bags come with a lifetime warranty and our packaging is made from recycled materials.

Randy Graff (Tony Winner for City of Angels, Original Fantine in Les Miserables on Broadway) joins Michael as a cultivator and supporter of multi-hyphenates. This podcast episode is supremely Jewish, full of laughs, and chocolate. For actors everywhere, this episode serves as a useful tool to dive into Jewish comedy, dialect, and speech pattern. Also - find out what Stephen Sondheim and Michael Kushner both have in common. Hint: it definitely has to do with Randy Graff.  Connect with Michael: @themichaelkushner @thedressingroomproject dressingroomproject.com Produced by Alan Seales and the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, I'm joined by the Co-Founder of Baboon to the Moon, Michael Kushner. We discuss how the up-and-coming travel gear brand is bucking conventional thought in its quest to become a rocket-ship business.Today, you'll learn: Why Michael founded Baboon to the Moon; the inspiration Michael's advertising background, and how it carried over into launching a brand; what stayed behind How Baboon captures how its consumers ("athletes," as Michael calls them) true acceptances of adventure and mystery with the brand; the lack of influencer use How the brand leans into the "experience economy" Why Baboon to the Moon bucks all sorts of conventionality in marketing itself; how to balance that with being brand-safe Advice to build a more authentic brand Be sure to stay subscribed for more content and thought leadership like this, and do please leave a rating and review on iTunes if you like what you hear.Be sure to follow our LinkedIn page to catch all of our content there: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/authentic-influence-podcast/.Reach out to Adam Conner on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjconner/ or via email at adam.conner@govivoom.com with suggestions for guests, content, or general interest/feedback.Find more at https://www.podcast.vivoom.co/.Enjoy!Music: "Streetview" by Jahzzar is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License (CC BY-SA 4.0)

LIVE from BroadwayCon 2020 in New York City, hear our CATS debate with Nancy Opel, Tommy Bracco, Christopher Gurr, Christine Cornish Smith, and Michael Kushner. Each panelist pulled a random cat out of a hat and made a case why they deserved to ascend to the Heaviside Layer over Grizabella. Tell us who you think should have won by commenting on Instagram @TheWrongCatDied!  Music by: Anthony Norman Produced by: Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network Instagram & Twitter: @TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Episode Summary In this episode Benoy Thanjan, Patrick Morand, and Victoria Zelin present about Developing Renewable Energy In Opportunity Zones at the Opportunity Zone Bootcamp hosted by Brownfield Listing Event in NJ in October 2019. Benoy presents a high-level recap of current federal solar incentive programs and the NJ solar market.  Patrick provides details on qualified opportunity zones investments and outlines project financing for solar investments. Victoria gives an in-depth overview on the success of Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program financing in the renewable energy market.   Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, as well as an advisor for several solar startup companies. Reneu Energy is a premier international solar energy consulting firm and developer, and the company focuses on developing commercial and industrial solar, as well as utility-scale solar plus storage projects. The company also sources financing for solar projects and hedges both energy and environmental commodities. Reneu Energy has brokered $27 million in environmental commodity transactions.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity, which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity, to move into the east coast markets. Benoy also worked at Vanguard Energy Partners, Ridgewood Renewable Power, and Deloitte & Touche.   Patrick Morand Patrick practices in the area of energy regulatory law and renewable energy development. Mr. Morand counsels energy clients, including electric utilities, electric distribution companies, regional transmission organizations (RTOs), renewable energy developers, and financial institutions before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), state public utility commissions and other federal and state agencies.  Mr. Morand has extensive experience in a wide range of energy regulatory matters involving the Federal Power Act (FPA), Public Utility Holding Company Act (PUHCA) and Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct 2005). Mr. Morand also counsels clients in the development of power purchase agreements (PPA); engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements; interconnection agreements; and other project development agreements. Mr. Morand is a graduate of The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law, and a graduate of Michigan State University.   Victoria Zelin Victoria is the Co-Founder of the Center for Regenerative Community Solutions (CRCS) and Director of Development for New Jersey PACE (NJPACE). She speaks publicly and has been published on the subject of sustainability; “Who Will Be the Rock Stars of Corporate Sustainability?” Science, Wisdom, and the Future: Humanity’s Quest for a Flourishing Earth, Collins Foundation Press, 2012. Most recently, she sold Deloitte’s sustainability consulting services to major corporations. Previously, she sold organizational change consulting services to F500 companies. She is masterful at  getting to the heart of the issue, articulating a compelling case for change, and inspiring people to take action. Earlier, she co-founded the Sustainable Leadership Forum, a peer network in Central NJ that empowers people in their own sustainability initiatives. Victoria has an MBA from Yale’s School of Management with a specialization in organizational development and a BA in cultural anthropology from Duke University.   Insights from this episode: Details on Benoy's start in the solar industry, his role within Reneu Energy, and what types of projects Reneu Energy is working on. Benefits of current and upcoming solar incentive programs in NJ and the growth of community solar. Detailed overview on the solar industry, changes that are taking place, and the future of renewable energy. Benefits of qualified opportunity zone business. Details on safe harboring of solar panels to qualify for the 30 percent ITC. Details on how to structure tax benefits in the solar market.  Benefits of using a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program to fill in gaps in solar project financing.  Strategies on employing a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) in a qualified opportunity zone. Details on alternatives in states that do not offer Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing. Benefits to property owners when they employ Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing.     Quotes from the show: On the Investment Tax Credit (ITC): “It’s very difficult, actually, to find solar panels because people are actually using that 5% harboring (of the Investment Tax Credit) for panels.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #60 On state level incentives in New Jersey: “The great thing about New Jersey is that it has very high electricity costs … but it also has a very strong state-level incentive, the Solar Renewable Energy Credit (SREC).” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #60 On safe harbors in qualified opportunity zones: “There’s something very critical to developing a renewable energy project … in particular a community solar project, that is helped by (those) safe harbors.” – Patrick Morand, Episode #60 On Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing: “It’s really low-cost, long-term financing that is for renewables, energy efficiency, and in some states, resiliency.” – Victoria Zelin, Episode #60   Resources Mentioned: Opportunity Zone Boot Camp on Oct 2019 in NJ New Jersey Clean Energy Program Investment Tax Credit (ITC) Solar Energy Renewable Credit (SREC) New Jersey Property Assessed Clean Energy Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)   Sponsor: We would like to thank our sponsor for this podcast episode Infiniti Energy Services. Infiniti Energy Services is a turn key solar development company with the focus on origination of opportunities between Maine and Virginia. They use their ability to structure financing and EPC projects as a value add with their partners. To learn more about Infiniti go to their web-site www.infinitienergyservices.net or contact Tom Loredo- Director of Project Origination at 732-370-2446 We interviewed Michael Kushner who is the President at Infiniti Energy Services on Episode 49 of the Solar Maverick Podcast. Stay Connected:   Benoy Thanjan   Email: info@reneuenergy.com LinkedIn: @bthanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Patrick Morand   LinkedIn: Patrick Morand Website: Duane Morris LLP Email: PLMorand@duanemorris.com   Victoria Zelin   LinkedIn: Victoria Zelin Website: NJPace Twitter: @VictoriaZelin   Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on itunes, Podbean and youtube.   This episode was produced and managed by  Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com) 

                          Episode Summary In this episode of Solar Maverick, Benoy shares what he learned from the Solar Power International conference, including solar trends, other speakers he met, and what the conference will be like in 2020.  Benoy talks about other conferences, past and present, he has been involved with and Benoy and Li also touch on how politics affects renewable energy projects, how legislation is affecting the outlook for solar, and how other countries treat renewable energy.     Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, as well as an advisor for several solar startup companies. Reneu Energy is a premier international solar energy consulting firm and developer, and the company focuses on developing commercial and industrial solar, as well as utility-scale solar plus storage projects. The company also sources financing for solar projects and hedges both energy and environmental commodities. Reneu Energy has brokered $27 million in environmental commodity transactions.   Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity, which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity, to move into the east coast markets. Benoy also worked at Vanguard Energy Partners, Ridgewood Renewable Power, and Deloitte & Touche.   Li Wang Li Wang is a life-long journalist and communications professional. He worked as an intern for the Philadelphia Daily News, during the summer of the O.J. trial, and has since had some fascinating jobs, from being a business reporter, to an arts editor, to a film critic. He has since shifted his focus to digital marketing and creative services, and now his company, MJ Wang Media, develops brand messaging and identity through website design and content marketing.    Insights from this episode: Benefits of attending the Solar Power International conference and how it has changed over the years Benoy has been attending.   Details on the step-down of the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and how that is affecting solar investments. Strategies for people who plan to attend the Solar Power International conference to allow them to have a better experience. Details on other conferences relating to solar power and renewable energy and the Reneu Energy holiday party. Strategies for people interested in investing in the hospitality industry.   Quotes from the show: “Don’t let what you can’t control affect you, only focus on what you can control.”  – Li Wang, Episode #57 “When you go to other countries, their energy policy is on a national basis, but in the US (United States) it’s different.  It’s actually a state-by-state basis.”  – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #57 “One of the reasons I got excited about solar was that it could make the United States energy independent with renewable energy resources.”  – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #57  On the outlook for solar: “Yes there’s challenges, but the industry has always been creative and unique to figure out how to be competitive.”  – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #57 “The hospitality industry is a very competitive industry.”  – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #57 Benoy’s advice on business investing: “The first thing is about trusting the partners that you’re either working with or investing with.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #57 Podcasts Mentioned:  SMP 45:  Productivity Tips and Entrepreneurial Advice from the CEO and Founder of the Number 1 Millennial Platform Called Mogul with Benoy Thanjan and Tiffany Pham SMP 44: Community Solar 201 With Benoy Thanjan and Suzanne Waters   Resources Mentioned: The Investment Tax Credit (ITC)   Conferences Mentioned:   Reneu Energy Holiday Party The Reneu Energy Holiday Party will be on Thursday, Dec. 5th from 6pm to 9pm at Hudson Hall in Jersey City. We will also be celebrating the holidays and the 50th episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast which is one of the most popular podcasts in solar. The cost to attend the event is $10 and food will be served. Reneu Energy's CEO Benoy is also a co-owner of the event venue, Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse.   Solar Power International Conference 2019 Deloitte Renewable Energy Seminar Mogul X Conference Opportunity Zone Boot Camp & Pitch Competition - Newark, New Jersey October 17 National Brownfields Conference Coming to Los Angeles, California December 11-13 Sponsor: We would like to thank our sponsor for this podcast episode Infiniti Energy Services. Infinity Energy Services is a turn key solar development company with the focus on origination of opportunities between Maine and Virginia. They use their ability to structure financing and EPC projects as a value add with their partners. To learn more about Infiniti go to their web-site www.infinitienergyservices.net or contact Tom Loredo- Director of Project Origination 732-370-2446 We interviewed Michael Kushner who is the President at Infiniti Energy Services on Episode 49 of the Solar Maverick Podcast.   Stay Connected:   Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com LinkedIn: @bthanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Li Wang MJWangMedia.com  Instagram: @liwang22   Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on itunes, Podbean and youtube.   This episode was produced and managed by  Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com) 

Happy Thanksgiving! Play along as Michael Kushner (The Dressing Room Project) joins Bryan, Kevin, and Kimberly for Reyka Vodka, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and Milagro Tequila. Become a supporter on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/2Q2zELG

    Episode Summary In this episode, Benoy and Suzanne celebrate Suzanne’s 10th podcast episode with the Solar Maverick Podcast and talk about the upcoming Reneu Energy Holiday Party. They also update us on the New Jersey Community Solar Pilot Program and recap some previous Solar Maverick podcasts before covering energy consumed by cannabis grow facilities and the inevitable inclusion of renewable energy.   Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, as well as an advisor for several solar startup companies. Reneu Energy is a premier international solar energy consulting firm and developer, and the company focuses on developing commercial and industrial solar, as well as utility-scale solar plus storage projects. The company also sources financing for solar projects and hedges both energy and environmental commodities. Reneu Energy has brokered $27 million in environmental commodity transactions.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity, which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity, to move into the east coast markets. Benoy also worked at Vanguard Energy Partners, Ridgewood Renewable Power, and Deloitte & Touche.   Suzanne Waters  Suzanne Waters is an experienced solar professional with a broad knowledge of the industry, including project development administration, marketing best practices, financial strategy, and team leadership. Before joining Reneu Energy, Suzanne worked as the Business Development Manager and Proposal Team Leader at Vanguard Energy Partners, a national solar developer, and their affiliate firm, Vanguard Energy Capital. She oversaw proposal development and contract execution and collaborated on structured finance for large scale, multimillion-dollar projects. In addition, Suzanne has extensive experience in many aspects of the PV industry, with an unmatched enthusiasm for its capabilities and a BA in Economics from Rutgers College at Rutgers University.   Insights from this episode: Details on what it is like to be on a podcast, upcoming Solar Maverick podcasts, and what to expect from Solar Maverick in the future. Strategies on applying for the New Jersey Community Solar Pilot Program. Benefits of sophisticated grow facilities and how they work. Details on specific energy usage of cannabis cultivation. Benefits of the integration of two growing industries, solar and cannabis.   Quotes from the show:  On the cannabis industry: “It’s a huge growth area in the solar industry, especially as cannabis gets legalized in more and more states throughout the United States.” – Suzanne Waters, Episode #55 The way that Reneu Energy is different from other developers: “ We believe that solar is not the only solution.  That it is a multi-prong solution.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #55 On indoor grow facilities: “You know you’re yielding a better product which will give you better revenue.” – Suzanne Waters, Episode #55 “Most people in the cannabis industry are about, obviously, using less electricity and, obviously, renewable forms of electricity.”   – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #55 On Benoy touring MMD Shops: “It sounds very intricate, actually. I feel like there’s a lot of details behind-the-scenes that you don’t realize go into actually growing the plants.” – Suzanne Waters, Episode #55 “I’m still stuck on the amount of power that goes into running these facilities.” Suzanne Waters, Episode #55 “It will just be interesting to see how these industries, solar and cannabis, … it will be interesting to see how they grow and progress, complimenting one another.” – Suzanne Waters, Episode #55 On the outlook of solar and cannabis industries: “Both industries are growing exponentially and both will be growing for a very long time.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #55 Podcasts Mentioned:  SMP 42: Live Event - How Solar Technology is Changing the World SMP 45: Productivity Tips and Entrepreneurial Advice from the CEO and Founder of the Number 1 Millennial Platform Called Mogul with Benoy Thanjan and Tiffany Pham   Resources Mentioned: Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SREC) Strategic Insurance Agency Alliance (SIAA) Mid-Atlantic Solar & Storage Industries Association (MSSIA) Can solar help the legal marijuana growing industry?  by Kelly Pickerel - Solar Power World Online Greentours.com Can solar help the legal marijuana growing industry? by Benoy Thanjan - Solar World Online Achieving Affordable, Clean Energy Goals Through Off-Site Corporate PPAs - Renewable Energy World by Benoy Thanjan - Renewable Energy World 'A model of sustainable commerce': carbon footprint, grid concerns push SoCal weed industry to be more green by Melissa Daniels - Desert Sun   Conferences Mentioned: Reneu Energy Holiday Party The Reneu Energy Holiday Party will be on Thursday, Dec. 5th from 6 pm to 9 pm at Hudson Hall in Jersey City. We will also be celebrating the holidays and the 50th episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast which is one of the most popular podcasts in solar. The cost to attend the event is $10 and food will be served. Reneu Energy's CEO Benoy is also a co-owner of the event venue, Hudson Hall, a Czech biergarten and smokehouse. Stay Connected:   Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com LinkedIn:Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Suzanne Waters Email: suzanne@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Suzanne Waters Website: www.reneuenergy.com Facebook: Reneu Energy Sponsor: We would like to thank our sponsor for this podcast episode Infiniti Energy Services. Infinity Energy Services is a turn key solar development company with the focus on origination of opportunities between Maine and Virginia. They use their ability to structure financing and EPC projects as a value add with their partners. To learn more about Infiniti go to their web-site www.infinitienergyservices.net or contact Tom Loredo- Director of Project Origination 732-370-2446 We interviewed Michael Kushner who is the President at Infiniti Energy Services on Episode 49 of the Solar Maverick Podcast.   Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on itunes, Podbean and youtube.     This episode was produced and managed by  Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com) 

Michael Kushner, Actor-Producer-Content Creator-Photographer-Influencer, lives his life championing art and artists. In this conversation Randall and Lindsay, cover a cornucopia of topics with this extremely talented creator. http://www.michaelkushnerphotography.com/ Instagram: @themichaelkushner, @thedressingroomproject Vimeo: Indoor Boys 

Episode Summary  In this episode, Michael and Benoy discuss how consultative approach to solar development and financing add the most value to the customer to make the best decision.   In addition, they discuss the importance of transparency and close relationships in success in business.    Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, as well as an advisor for several solar startup companies. Reneu Energy is a premier international solar energy consulting firm and developer, and the company focuses on developing commercial and industrial solar, as well as utility-scale solar plus storage projects. The company also sources financing for solar projects and hedges both energy and environmental commodities. Reneu Energy has brokered $27 million in environmental commodity transactions.  Benoy received his first experience in Finance as an intern at D.E. Shaw & Co., which is a global investment firm with 37 billion dollars in investment capital. Before founding Reneu Energy, he was the SREC Trader in the Project Finance Group for SolarCity, which merged with Tesla in 2016. He originated SREC trades with buyers and co-developed their SREC monetization and hedging strategy with the senior management of SolarCity, to move into the east coast markets. Benoy also worked at Vanguard Energy Partners, Ridgewood Renewable Power, and Deloitte & Touche.   Michael Kushner Michael is responsible for Operations at Infiniti Energy Services.  He leads the project management staff to ensure all initiatives are completed on time and on budget, while focusing on the safety of all construction team members and quality of all installations.  He is involved in project strategy formulation during project development, as well as strategy implementation through completion.   Michael has more than 10 years of experience in managing operations in the residential, commercial and renewable energy sectors.  Before joining Infiniti Energy Services, Michael held an east coast regional operations manager position with SunEdison, where he successfully managed the development, execution and installation of more than 50MW in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland and Georgia.  He also held the position of Director of Construction at Pro-Tech Energy Solutions, LLC for two and a half years. During this time, he oversaw a project management and construction staff of twenty, while they successfully installed and interconnected over 120MWs of commercial and utility projects throughout the East Coast.   Insights from this episode: What separates Infiniti Energy Services from competitors and what markets they are focused on. How PPAs and the difficulties of financing can affect potential projects. How a background in real estate development can make it easier to develop solar projects and mitigate perceived risk.  How educating customers adds value to projects and being transparent creates stronger relationships and better business.  The benefits of the pilot program in New Jersey and how similar programs going forward will affect the industry. What entrepreneurship in solar means and ways to succeed in business ownership by developing a loyal staff. Different methods used to successfully balance life and business, such as meditation and turning off notifications.   Quotes from the show:   “Sometimes when you are so close to it you don’t necessarily take a moment to step back to see the strides you’ve already made because you’re focused on the strides you want to make.” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49 “You’re basically customizing solutions that add the most value to the customer. Whereas other parties might try to push a solution that might not necessarily be a good fit.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #49 “We like to be able to bring creative solutions to folks who want to move forward with potential projects. ” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49 In regards to financing solar “It shouldn’t be as complicated, I think, as some other finance companies make it. ” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #49 “When you conduct business transparently and openly, there is so much time that you can save. ” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49 “Beyond business, it’s just human interaction. ” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49 On creating a business team “It isn’t only about are they right for my company, but is my company right for them. ” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49 Regarding approach to success in entrepreneurship “You always have to think strategically.” – Benoy Thanjan, Episode #49   “Everyone’s path is different, right?  We’re all the same, but different ” – Michael Kushner, Episode #49   Resources Mentioned: New Jersey Clean Energy Program   Headspace - meditation and sleep app   Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency®     Benoy spoke about Steve Raeder who is CEO of Summit Ridge Partners and he is also SunEdison alumni like Micheal who was interviewed in Episode 26 of the Solar Maverick Podcast. Stay Connected:   Benoy Thanjan   Email: info@reneuenergy.com LinkedIn: @bthanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com   Michael Kushner    Email: infinitiES@optimum.net  Facebook: Infiniti Energy Services Website: Infiniti Energy Services Twitter: @InfinitiEnergy LinkedIn: Infiniti Energy Services   Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on itunes, Podbean and youtube.   This episode was produced and managed by Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com)   

Looking For Artists is a series dedicated to the artists among us. Based in NYC, Rock Rising Productions is interested in artists like you! If you know an artist that is doing interesting things, drop us a DM on instagram and share their profile with us! Let's get connected. mmmichaeljohnson on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvdF4jlIjTRR0nw4j8HTIIg

How can you resist the charms of the adorable, photographer, producer, actor, Michael Kushner? You can't. That is why we had to sit and chat. This young man is living his absolute best life by doing something that was the best advice: learning to separate your passion and purpose. Take a listen and see what I mean. More on Michael: http://www.michaelkushnerphotography.com/ More about The Dressing Room Project: https://www.dressingroomproject.com/ More on the Podcast: http://keithpricecurtaincall.com

A true multi-hyphenate, Michael Kushner is an amazing example of how you can be heavily involved in theatre without being on stage all the time. He is an actor, producer, makeup artist, and photographer whose work has been featured in The New York Time, Vogue, The Tony Awards in addition to publications in print and online internationally. He is the creator of The Dressing Room Project (which photographed the first #BlackGlinda on Broadway), and is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons. Michael has produced several web series and films with Wesley Taylor. In addition, he’s recently begun investing in productions, most notably Be More Chill. Michael continues to strive for ways to express himself and is an integral part of the Broadway community. Listen to this episode to collect all of these secrets and more… Interview content begins at 2:50. Closing standards begin at 50:41. Connect with Michael online:Instagram: @themichaelkushner, @thedressingroomproject, @sandwichthefrenchbulldogTwitter: @tdrpbwaywww.michaelkushneronline.comConnect with The Theatre Podcast:Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcastFacebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcastTheTheatrePodcast.comAlan’s personal Instagram: @alansealesJillian’s personal Instagram: @jillianhochmanEmail us at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. We want to know what you think.Thank you to our friends Jukebox The Ghost for our intro and outro music. You can find them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @jukeboxtheghost or via the web via jukeboxtheghost.com.

Michael Kushner bases his work on the idea that he can do anything whenever he wants. He selects his projects his carefully. He is a multi - hyphenate: a person who has multiple proficiencies, often cross pollinating into each other to help flourish professional capabilities. Michael is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association and some favorite credits include ON THE TOWN and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Barrington Stage and TOXIC IF SWALLOWED at Ars Nova. Michael graduated with distinction from Ithaca College with a BFA in Musical Theatre. Michael's photography has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, The Tony Awards, and in publications in print and online nationally and in the UK. He is the creator of THE DRESSING ROOM PROJECT, a photographic journal of actors prepping for their roles on Broadway. Michael is one of the founding members of Musical Theatre Factory, currently in residency with Playwrights Horizons. He served as Associate Producer on Bernie and Mikey’s Trip to the Moon with 59E59 and Strangemen and Co. He is an Executive Producer on the award winning web series, Indoor Boys, created by Wes Taylor and Alex Wyse. He is also an investor in Be More Chill on Broadway.

The musical theatre podcast Something New premiered on January 14th, 2013. To commemorate the five-year anniversary, producer and host Joel B. New has released highlights from the series finale, which took place in concert on September 30th, 2017 at the Duplex in New York City. Ticket sales supported the Dramatists Guild Foundation. The performer lineup consisted entirely of previous guests from the show, spanning all five seasons: Bill Coyne, Liz Asti, Jen Waldman, Liz Ulmer, Nikka Graff Lanzarone, Robbie Rozelle, Joshua Hinck, Kate Steinberg, Lauren Ruff, Ryan Bauer Walsh, Dan Radzikowski, Michael Kushner, and Gay Marshall. Featuring Daniel Kim on guitar, Jess Winderweedle on percussion, and Mr. New on piano and ukulele.

JBN sat down with Michael Kushner, a performer, photographer, makeup artist and Founding Member of Musical Theatre Factory (mtf.nyc). Song Premiere: "Other Plans" from MACKENZIE & THE MISSING BOY. Music and lyrics by Joel B. New (joelbnew.com). michaelkushnerphotography.com, michaelkushneronline.com, @michaelkushnerphotography, @thedressingroomproject. Recorded live on Monday, May 15th, 2017 at the Dramatists Guild in NYC.