Podcasts about musical theater

Randy welcomes comedian Tommy Mitchell back to the show. They kick off the episode talking about getting injured in the kitchen. The boys scheme on ways you can get a college education without paying for it. Tommy discusses how, back in the day, showing any vulnerability as a man was not masculine and made you seem "gay". Randy talks about the concept of a joke being “too soon”. They move on to discuss toxic masculinity and why there isn't such a thing as toxic femininity. Tommy asks Randy about being retired in his 30's and what it really takes financially to be happy. The fellas discuss the absurdity of the institution of marriage. Tommy reasserts his love for musical theater. They wrap up with the news - Male birth control has arrived, a man died from masturbating too much, and UCLA scientists may have cured baldness.   Outro: "Funk Doctor" by Gee Dubs   Social Media: Instagram: @randyvalerio @readysetblowpodcast Twitter: @randytvalerio @readysetblowpodcast TikTok: @randyvaleriocomedy @readysetblowpod YouTube:   @randyvaleriocomedy   @readysetblowpodcast     #comedypodcast #comedy #podcast #podcastclips #comedyvideo #news #advice #standup #standupcomedy #comedian #jokes #politics #relationships #kitchenappliances #scheme #college #collegelife #toxicmasculinity #feminism #toxic #masculinity #vulnerability #weakness #toosoon #darkhumor #wallstreet #marriage #divorce #musicaltheatre #birthcontrol #bald #baldness #cure

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey's back from London, and it's time to catch you all up! Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

Today, I'm thrilled to announce my episode with producer Jenny Gersten, who was recently named the new VP and Artistic Director of Musical Theater at City Center. Tune in to hear some of the stories of her legendary career, including how Anne Kauffman and Lear DeBessonet brought her on board at City Center, the true mission of the Encores! series, what she looks for in a potential revival, the challenges of massively reworking a show, her experience running the Williamstown Theater Festival after the pandemic, how changing venues affected the experience of the Festival, how she ended up having the same job as her father at the Public Theater, how transferring a show to Broadway has changed since A CHORUS LINE, how the revival of HAIR transferred to Broadway, developing the marketing strategy for BEETLEJUICE, how they made the off-Broadway revival of SWEENEY TODD financially viable, finding the audience for JUST FOR US using digital marketing, designing the Perelman Arts Center, and so much more. Don't miss this in-depth conversation with one of Broadway's most important creative minds.

This episode features an interview with the artist MEGG, who combines her love for pop music with her punk rock background to create a unique sound for a diverse audience of tomboys, romantics, and misfits. Born and raised in LA's South Bay, MEGG has achieved significant milestones such as performing at Dodgers Stadium, headlining at Saint Rocke Music Venue, and opening for bands like The Used. This summer, she will be playing at Van's Warp Tour in Long Beach, California.The conversation begins with MEGG recalling her first concert experience, a Madonna show, attended with her parents and a friend, which left a lasting impression on her as a child. They discuss various best concerts she has attended, including performances by Beyonce, Alicia Keys, and Missy Elliot. This inspires MEGG to share how these experiences shaped her musical career, leading her to attend the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts and later the University of Southern California's Popular Music Performance Program.MEGG recounts forming several bands along the way, including Runway MMC with her friends, supported by her mother's visionary clothing line idea, and Party for One, a pop-punk band she started with her buddies from USC. MEGG's career took significant turns with these projects, growing from performing at college parties to headline venues like Saint Rocke. MEGG delves further into pivotal moments such as playing the Musink Tattoo Music Festival, opening for The Used, and the journey to secure a spot at Warped Tour 2025. MEGG's experiences exhibit her resilience and dedication to her craft amidst various challenges and the evolving music industry landscape. Towards the end of the interview, MEGG discusses her musical influences, her recent single releases, and plans for upcoming projects, such as an EP to be released in the fall following her performances at Warped Tour. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to her musical style while being versatile across different genres. As an added treat, the interview includes a live acoustic rendition of MEGG's 'The Hangover Song.'BANDS: Blink 182, Every Time I Die, Fleetwood Mac, Guns N Roses, Hot Water Music, Mumford and Sons, Nirvana, No Doubt, Paramore, Pennywise, Pennywise, Spice Girls, Sum 41, Taking Back Sunday, The Used, Tomorrow's Bad Seeds, Tomorrow's Bad SeedsVENUES: Break Room, Dodger Stadium, Forum, Musink Tattoo Music Festival, Redwood Bar, Saint Rocke, Staples Center, Warped Tour. PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website for bonus materials including the show blog, resource links for concert buffs, photos, materials related to our episodes, and our Ticket Stub Museum.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

Dennis is joined via Zoom by actor Kasey Mahaffy who is currently starring as Alfie Byrne, a Dublin bus driver who directs community theater at night, in the musical A Man of No Importance at A Noise Within theater in Pasadena. Kasey talks about relating more to this role than any he's played in the past, how he and the rest of the cast honed their Irish accents, why now is a very meaningful time to be telling this story and what it's like to hear audience members audibly crying while you're trying to play a scene. He also talks about his role in the 2022 L.A. production of Matthew Lopez's epic gay play The Inheritance and how he and the entirely queer cast are still bonded to this day. Other topics include: being married to a fellow actor (Francisco Chapin from TV's Matlock) and how they met on OkCupid, how A Man of No Importance is a valentine to theater in addition to being a coming out story, how nice Matt LeBlanc was to him on his first TV gig on Joey, dissolving into tears at a Keith Haring art exhibit, Jennifer Coolidge sharing stories of road rage and what casting directors really mean when they say, "We need you to be more grounded." www.anoisewithin.org

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH | Text by John Cameron Mitchell | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask Works Consulted & Reference :Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen TraskHedwig and the Angry Inch (Broadway Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen Trask, Directed by Michael Mayer"John Cameron Mitchell reflects on 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' - Q with Tom Power" Podcast InterviewNew York TimesTalks Interview of Neil Patrick Harris, John Cameron Mitchell, & Stephen Trask" 'Midnight Radio' with John Cameron Mitchell | Queer the Music with Jake Shears Ep. 14" Podcast InterviewMusic Credits:"Overture" from Dear World (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Jerry Herman | Performed by Dear World Orchestra & Donald Pippin"The Speed Test" from Thoroughly Modern Millie  (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jeanine Tesori, Lyrics by Dick Scanlan | Performed by Marc Kudisch, Sutton Foster, Anne L. Nathan & Ensemble"Why God Why" from Miss Saigon: The Definitive Live Recording  (Original Cast Recording  / Deluxe)  | Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Alain Boublil & Richard Maltby Jr.  | Performed by Alistair Brammer"Back to Before" from Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens | Performed by Marin Mazzie"Chromolume #7 / Putting It Together" from Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Performed by Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, Judith Moore, Cris Groenendaal, Charles Kimbrough, William Parry, Nancy Opel, Robert Westenberg, Dana Ivey, Kurt Knudson, Barbara Bryne"What's Inside" from Waitress (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles | Performed by Jessie Mueller & Ensemble"Wicked Little Town" from Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original  Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by John Cameron Mitchell "Maria" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording)  | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Evadne Baker, Anna Lee, Portia Nelson, Marni Nixon"My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording) | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Julie Andrews"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin (New Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by Matthew James Thomas“What Comes Next?” from Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda | Performed by Jonathan Groff

In this College Deep Dive MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy, Assistant Professor of Theater, Jacob Ben Widmar and Head of Musical Theater, Danny Gurwin Discuss;

One of us just finsihed a show, and the other one of us is on their honey moon so let's talk about the Tony nominees that are out!!!

Ready for a deep dive on Tony Award nominations? Lindsey is joined by Veronica Stern from Unlearning with Veronica Stern | Broadway Podcast to discuss our MANY thoughts on the latest Tony Awards nominations and News!Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

This week Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Erin Wheelock. The two talk about the challenges of building a successful real estate business, the importance of client care and numbers-driven leadership, and Erin's bold approach to growing a global team. In this episode, we discuss: How Erin transitioned from an acting and bartending background into real estate Failing forward is essential Why 2020 was Erin's year of growth Why vulnerability = stronger leadership Why going global matters to Erin   Erin Wheelock-Luxury Licensed Real Estate professional at Keller Williams On television, you may see shows with real estate professionals holding chic NYC open houses with mimosas and think that it is just a pipe dream done for TV ratings – as a matter of fact, this dream of a luxury open house experience comes true with our Listing Specialist, Erin. With over 10 years in the industry, Erin can easily be classified as a seasoned real estate professional with specializations in market numbers, quality, knowledge and care of the home you are eager to sell. Erin has a keen eye for the small details in a home that can make all of the difference in the buyer's perception. Whether it is finding simple ways to brighten each room or having particular dishes laid out, she knows how to anticipate buyer behavior and make the selling experience very positive. In addition to understanding buyer psychology, she is highly committed to helping you build wealth as a Homeowner. Erin's ability to strategize successful negotiations is a direct result of her extensive knowledge and her adept skill in educating her clientele in making the best possible decision with their equity. Erin is part of the elite top 5% of her Keller Williams NYC office and she also spearheads the efforts of the Keller Williams internal charity, KW Cares, where she utilizes her talents to fundraise to support those in need. Needless to say, Erin has an extremely strong work ethic and is very dedicated to the real estate industry as well as helping people. Originally from Burlington, WI, Erin attended Viterbo University and earned a BFA in Musical Theater. Erin currently resides on the Upper West Side and in her spare time, she loves to travel and be with her family and friends. Erin is highly enthusiastic, self-motivated, completely accessible and is ready to help you grow your net worth, and protect your equity. If you would like to connect with Erin to learn more about how she could assist with your next home sale, contact her today.   Website:  kwnyc.com/erin-wheelock    Social Media Links: https://www.facebook.com/erinwheelock https://www.instagram.com/erinwheelock/ https://www.instagram.com/wheelockteam/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinwheelock/ https://www.tiktok.com/@lifewithwheelock   Awards, etc. Top 5% in market center 2x ALC member of the year 5 year Culture Ambassador Family Reunion Speaker in US and France 8x Bold Grad Host of Where to, Wheelock? Host of REDTalks 2020 Platinum Member Circle    

Episode Description In this episode, Jill sits down with veteran studio owner and mentor Samantha Bower to talk about navigating the pressures of leadership with humor, heart, and flexibility. From tackling unexpected challenges and staff burnout to building joyful culture and sustaining creativity, Sam shares stories and strategies that are equal parts inspiring and practical. Key Takeaways Create Space for Rest and Recovery: Rest isn't just helpful, it's critical. The studio is intentionally closed during holidays to encourage genuine time off. Humor Is a Leadership Tool: Leading with humor builds trust and fosters a fun, supportive culture for staff and students alike. Meetings Matter When They're Meaningful: Plan meetings well in advance and make them engaging with food, games, and personal connection. Intentional Curriculum = Confident Kids: Giving kids space to grow at their own pace builds confidence that lasts through their entire studio journey. Don't Do It Alone: Studio ownership can feel isolating, but finding a community of like-minded leaders is a game-changer. Episode Timestamps [02:42] – Samantha's journey: From a 14-year-old founding her own performing group to a thriving studio owner. [08:22] – Lessons in leadership: Learning from “not-so-smooth” moments, especially around staff and parent management. [13:31] – Handling burnout & stress: “Work hard, play hard, rest hard” becomes a new motto. [17:05] – Self-care insights: Why Samm loves winter breaks, reading, and turning off completely. [22:57] – Leading with humor: From silly games to custom nicknames, Samm shares how lightness builds connection. [28:28] – Staff meetings done right: Planning ahead, adding fun, and creating a sense of community. [32:39] – Spotlight on Little Limelight: Samm introduces her early childhood musical theatre curriculum for ages 3–7. Links Mentioned in this Episode... Little Limelight: https://www.littlelimelight.com/  Energize Conference and Expo: https://www.energizeconference.com/ Dance Studio Owner: https://www.dancestudioowner.com/public/joinnow.cfm About Our Guest: Samantha Bower is an award-winning teacher, producer, coach, entrepreneur, and proud mother of three boys ages 11, 8 and 4. She founded her first theater company at age 14 and holds a B.A. in Theater Education from Wagner College. The 2021 recipient of Businessperson of the Year from the Sudbury Chamber of Commerce, Samm established The Performing Arts Connection, a theater and dance studio for all ages, in Sudbury, MA in 2007. Years of development went into what is now Little Limelight, a Musical Theater curriculum for ages 3-7. Samm has been teaching Little Limelight Musical Theater for over 15 years.  Rate, Review & Subscribe! If you loved this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave us a review. Your feedback helps us continue to bring valuable content to the dance community! Running a dance studio is hard work, and growing your studio is even more of a challenge. No matter if you're just starting out—or perhaps you're a well-established owner; we understand that it's a uniquely demanding and personal business to own and operate. Be more effective and productive.  As studio owners ourselves, we've been there. But, it's also very possible to be a happy owner of a thriving dance business that you love. Learn More About Membership: https://www.dancestudioowner.com/  Join us at the Energize Conference this August! Connect with other studio owners, gain access to resources and tools, and walk away feeling refreshed for the upcoming season. Learn more at energizeconference.com.

Something wild is going on on Broadway and we're....not mad about it?! Join Lindsey for this week's surprising Broadway news and latest reviews!

Blair Russell is a Tony nominated producer and developer of theatre and live performance whose experience ranges from fringe festivals to Broadway shows.​Credits include STILL (Off-Broadway); LIZARD BOY (Theatreworks Silicon Valley, Hope Mill Theatre, Edinburgh Fringe, Off-Broadway, Oregon Shakespeare Festival); POP OFF, MICHELANGELO! (Edinburgh Fringe, The Other Palace - London); For Tonight (Adelphi Theatre - London); DIVA: LIVE FROM HELL! (Edinburgh Fringe, Kings Head Theatre - London); SALEM (50k followers, Green Room 42 - New York); and SLAVE PLAY (Broadway - 12 Tony Noms, West End). Other projects include THE WIZ (Broadway/ NT 2024), Sweeney Todd (Immersive Off-Broadway 2017), and GYPSY with Imelda Staunton (West End 2014). On the board of The New Harmony Project, Goodspeed Musicals, and SPACE. VCU Graduate. ​Blair has been a guest speaker/artist at a number of institutions including the University of Maryland, University of North Carolina Greensboro, Walnut Hill School for the Performing Arts, and the York School in Monterey, CA. Blair has served as the Producer-in-Residence for the Johnny Mercer Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals for two years. He was also a visiting lecturer for the semester-long Atelier program at Princeton University where he collaborated with composer Georgia Stitt on her oratorio The Circling Universe. Blair has appeared as a guest on a number of podcasts (American Theatre Artists Online, A Star Is Bored, Backstage Talk, Broadway ReFocused), web series (Actors Unscripted, Awkward Conversations, Be Our Guest! - Live and In Color, Dreamland XR, In The (Home) Office - Goodspeed Musicals), and at global conferences (National Alliance for Musical Theater, Global XR Conference, Immerse Global Summit Series)Blair Russell Productions, LLC (BRP) goes beyond the confines of traditional theatrical production. Driven by a desire to put art first, we consistently create opportunities for emerging artists, aiming to broaden the scope of who gets to make theater and who gets to consume it. We focus on finding innovative financial frameworks, following non-traditional development paths, and harnessing the latest in technological advancements.Founded by Blair Russell in 2018, BRP's journey in the theatrical landscape has been marked by a commitment to challenging the status quo. With every production, we prioritize making theatre accessible, ensuring that each story resonates deeply and widely.Blair Russell Productions continues to relentlessly support artists who are reimagining the idea of contemporary theatre. Our mission is unwavering: to bring bold narratives to diverse audiences while showcasing the impact and potential of modern storytelling.

Zoie Lee is making a name for herself as a Musical Theater performer, and triple-threat. While on break from the National Tour of Chicago, she stopped back in to her old choir room to talk to me about the role music education had in shaping her career. This conversation explores the journey of a performer … Continue reading "Episode 245: Want to Make it on Stage? Take Choir! With Zoie Lee"

You are overdue for your weekly Broadway yap sesh!!!! Broadway Bestie Bryn joins Lindsey Stone to review the latest Broadway shows they've seen: Dead Outlaw, Floyd Collins (starring Jeremy Jordan), and Just in Time (starring Jonathan Groff).Broadway News: 

Wicked: For Good isn't out yet, but we're here to talk about Act 2 of the musical, which, spoiler alert, will be the basis of the second movie! After Elphaba leaves the Emerald City, things take a dark turn. And then Dorothy drops in.For more Emily Edwards content, please check out https://msemilyedwards.com/ or find her on Bluesky at @msemilyedwards.bsky.social. You can check out F*bois of Literature on the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/fuckboisoflit/posts and the Ticklish Business podcast at https://ticklishbusiness.podbean.com/Remember to leave a five star review and note that we have an email!!! Send us your questions and loving feedback!https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcastthanku5pod@gmail.com

This episode we are happy to welcome back Matt DeAngelis and talk about all things The Janice Jam!  Matt founded The Janice Jam to honor his mother, Janice, who he lost in 2022 to metastatic breast cancer, and the countless people affected by this disease, he, alongside a group of friends and Broadway industry colleagues, is culling another evening of Celebration, Remembrance, and Awareness, that will have guests singing, dancing, and helping bring funding to this very special cause.There's an amazing lineup this year with people such as Ariana DeBose, John Gallagher Jr., Jeremy Jordan, Kara Lindsay, Jenn Colella, Stark Sands and many more! The Janice Jam is on May 5th at Sony Hall and you get go onto Matt's social's for tickets (link in his bio).

BUCKLE UP BROADWAY BESTIES!!!! We have sooo much to cover: Lindsey is bringing you with her to the Miscast Red Carpet where she interviews our FAVES: Cole Escola, Tom Francis, Jordan Tyson, & more! In Broadway Reviews, Lindsey recently saw Boop, Smash, The Last 5 Years, and Take the Lead! Broadway News: 

U Guys, the Judy to my Babs, Thomas Doelger is here! This week's BroadwayWorld has your Bway updates, including a tribute to the late, great, William Finn. Then I am joined by one of my favorite people, current understudy for Elder Price in The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Thomas Doelger! A graduate with a BFA in Musical Theater from Emerson College, Thomas is a non-binary performer based in New York City. In this episode we talk about it all, from being a replacement in a long-running Broadway show, to our mutual love of Wicked. Thomas shares about their experience navigating the highs and lows of a career in the arts, and having a partner who is also a performer. Thomas shares about making their Broadway debut in The Book of Mormon, and we chat about our similar experiences as non-binary performers in a heavily gendered industry. Thomas is truly a gem, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow Thomas on Instagram: @tdoelg Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IT'S TIME TO CHAT! There has been A LOT happening in the Broadway stratosphere and we are covering it all on From the Mezzanine. First Lindsey catches you up on her latest Off-Broadway adventure, seeing All Nighter at MCC Theatre. Next, it's time to address the drama in The Outsiders fanbase. Broadway News:

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This week, we're diving into the darkly hilarious world of Heathers: The Musical with Korsa Musical Theater! From powerhouse vocals to jaw-dropping moments, we're breaking down what made this production so “very.” We'll talk about the show's bold themes, standout performances, and whether this Heathers had us saying “How very!” or reaching for a slushie. Tune in for our full review—it's gonna be Big Fun!

In this epsiode we recap the past few weeks which included Lana's Ballet recital and Musical Theater performance. All 5 of us got a real bad cold which was flu like at the beginning and we all have a caugh that is still lingering 2 weeks later. The boys saw us performing metamorphosis up close and they thought it was awesome! So many animals are coming out around our house now like turkeys, squirrels, deer, bears, and more all because we don't have dogs anymore. All this and much more... wesiseli.com Patreon.com/wes_iseli

*sung to the tune of Popular*Crossover! We're doing a CROSS OVER!This week is a big week here cause we're doing a crossover with Emily Edwards, author and host of F*ckbois of Literature podacst to talk about Wicked. We talked about the book over there and we're gonna talk about the show over here so go check out Emily's episode based on the book, and if you're joining us from here, welcome and strap on your silver shoes and get ready to dance through this blockbuster musical!For more Emily Edwards content, please check out https://msemilyedwards.com/ or find her on Bluesky at @msemilyedwards.bsky.social. You can check out F*bois of Literature on the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/fuckboisoflit/posts and the Ticklish Business podcast at https://ticklishbusiness.podbean.com/Remember to leave a five star review and note that we have an email!!! Send us your questions and loving feedback!https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcastthanku5pod@gmail.com

It is our annual tribuite to the God of Musical Theater, Stephen Sondheim, and for this year's festival we are exploring some songs of his from the shows that people rarely place among their favorites. The unloved, the ignored, the obscure, and the forgotten. Or, in this case, a show that many know, but doesn't tend to get thought of as a "Sondheim" show. It's time for a song from his first produced show writing both music and lyrics: "Comedy Tonight" from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. All clips are from the 1996 revival cast recording of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum featuring Nathan Lane and are protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act for criticism and commentary. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. Listen to the SMSTS playlist on Spotify! Follow SMSTS on Instagram: @somuchstufftosing Email the show: somuchstufftosing@gmail.com

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey saw SO much Broadway this week and needs to catch you all up! We are recapping seeing Nick Jonas in The Last Five Years, Death Becomes Her, and Operation Mincemeat! We are switching it up this week and Lindsey is casting her EARLY Tony Award Predictions. Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

Maybe Happy Ending is currently running on Broadway at the Belasco Theatre. For more information, please visit www.maybehappyending.com. The album is now out through Ghostlight Records with a CD (May 16th) and vinyl (June 13th) forthcoming. Follow The Present Stage on Instagram at @thepresentstageThe Present Stage: Conversations with Theater Writers is hosted by Dan Rubins, a theater critic for Slant Magazine. You can also find Dan's reviews on Cast Album Reviews and in The New Yorker's Briefly Noted column.The Present Stage supports the national nonprofit Hear Your Song. If you'd like to learn more about Hear Your Song and how to support empowering youth with serious illnesses to make their voices heard though songwriting, please visit www.hearyoursong.org

Grace and Alvina talk about chance, flukes, and the unknown and how small changes and chance encounters can change the whole course of your life. For the Fortune Cookie segment they share something that gives them hope (and end up on a bit of a tangent about politics). Alvina tells Grace about the book ATOMIC WOMEN by Roseanne Montillo, and they end by sharing what they're grateful for. See complete show notes at www.bookfriendsforever.com. Click here to become a Patreon member: https://www.patreon.com/Bookfriendsforever1. See info about Grace's new book "The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon": https://linktr.ee/gracelinauthor. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookfriendsforever_podcast/  

In this College Deep Dive, Senior Lecturer of Musical Theater and Dance of University of Florida, Andrew Cao chats with MTCA Director Charlie Murphy about:  Getting a built in Masters of Science in Management  Benefits of a small class size  Can I network to colleges as a high schooler?  Getting to know the business of the business  If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you're interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtca.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.  Follow Us!  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  About MTCA:  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.  About Charlie Murphy:  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier, Kelly Prendergast and Socials by Jordan Rice. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds with Additional Vocals from Elizabeth Stanley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway Besties, please welcome & Juliet's Ava Noble to From the Mezzanine! Lindsey Stone chats with Ava Noble about her journey as a performer and making her Broadway Debut in & Juliet. Ava Noble tells behind-the-scenes stories from hilarious prank wars between cast members to graduating college at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (and Stark Sands handing her the diploma!). Ava Noble shines onstage and off, and we are so excited to have her on the pod this week!Ava Noble's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@avanoble707?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcAva Noble's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avanoble/Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

It's Act 2 and we're ready to be tossed off the .. I mean, find out what Urinetown ACTUALLY is! Where is it? Who lives there? What is a metaphor? None of these questions and more will be answered until we have a musical song and snap number. Remember to leave a five star review and note that we have an email!!! Send us your questions and loving feedback!https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcastthanku5pod@gmail.com

My guest today is Joshua Rosenblum, author of Closer than Ever — The Unique Six-Decade Songwriting Partnership of Richard Maltby, Jr. and David Shire. This terrific new book chronicles the sixty-six-year (and counting) partnership of two of the most gifted songwriters of our time, giving full behind-the-scenes accounts of their musicals interspersed with deep-dive analyses of standout individual numbers. Among the well-known Broadway figures who feature prominently in the Maltby/Shire story are Stephen Sondheim, Hal Prince, Michael Stewart, Francis Ford Coppola, Susan Stroman, John Weidman, Charles Strouse, Garth Drabinsky, Jason Robert Brown, and Jonathan Tunick. Using his experiences as a Broadway conductor, music journalist, and professor of musical theater composition, as well as his long-term personal and professional acquaintance with both Maltby and Shire, Joshua Rosenblum is uniquely suited to chronicle their lives, careers, and creative output. The songwriters, both of whom are engaging and articulate in describing what they do, are quoted liberally throughout the book in exclusive interviews, creating the impression that one is spending time with two inspiring creative artists who happen to be great company.   Joshua Rosenblum teaches Composing for Musical Theater at Yale University and Conducting at New York University. As a composer/lyricist, he wrote the scores to the off-Broadway musicals Fermat's Last Tango, Bush is Bad, and Einstein's Dreams (four Drama Desk Nominations). He has conducted fourteen Broadway and off-Broadway shows and has performed as pianist with the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, the City Center Encores! Orchestra, and the American Symphony. A longtime contributor of reviews and features to Opera News, Rosenblum is a summa cum laude graduate of Yale College and holds a master's degree in Piano from the Yale School of Music. Become A PATRON of Broadway Nation! This episode is made possible in part through the generous support of our Patron Club Members such as John Schroeder. If you are a fan of Broadway Nation, I invite you to become a PATRON! For as little as $7.00 a month you can receive exclusive access to never-before-heard, unedited versions of many of the discussion that I have with my guests — in fact I often record nearly twice as much conversation as ends up in the edited versions. And you will also have access to additional in-depth conversations with my frequent co-host Albert Evans that have not been featured on the podcast. And all patrons receive special “on-air” shout-outs and acknowledgement of your vital support of this podcast. And If you are very enthusiastic about Broadway Nation there are additional PATRON levels that come with even more benefits. If you would like to support the work of Broadway Nation and receive these exclusive member benefits, please just click on this link: https://broadwaynationpodcast.supercast.tech/ Thank you in advance for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the Be Our Geek Show, Miss Shannan is joined by JC Libbold, a teacher, community leader, and consultant. Shannan and JC talk about the history of musical theater and their personal history as theater nerds. JC also highlights his work promoting mental health awareness, including staying sharp and developing your mental capacity. To connect with JC, support mental health support and awareness, or find out more about his work check out the links below!https://www.jclippold.com/https://cadre.io/https://aliveandkickinmn.org/Follow our show, it's Be Our Geek Show on Facebook andInstagram and Email us at beourgeekshow@gmail.comPlease like and subscribe to Be Our Geek whenever you find us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this edition of the Be Our Geek Show, Miss Shannan is joined by JC Libbold, a teacher, community leader, and consultant. Shannan and JC talk about the history of musical theater and their personal history as theater nerds. JC also highlights his work promoting mental health awareness, including staying sharp and developing your mental capacity.  To connect with JC, support mental health support and awareness, or find out more about his work check out the links below! https://www.jclippold.com/ https://cadre.io/ https://aliveandkickinmn.org/ Follow our show, it's Be Our Geek Show on Facebook and Instagram and Email us at beourgeekshow@gmail.com Please like and subscribe to Be Our Geek whenever you find us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey saw SO much Broadway this week and needs to catch you all up! We are recapping seeing Milo Manheim and Liz Gillies in Little Shop of Horrors, & Juliet, and Maybe Happy Ending (including their cast album party!!). Broadway News:

U Guys, after a brief hiatus, Oh My Pod is back with a bang! This week's BroadwayWorld Recap is overflowing with Bway news. Then I am joined by ten-time Broadway veteran, J.Elaine Marcos! From Priscilla, Queen of the Desert to Drag The Musical, J.Elaine has performed in every facet of the New York theater scene and beyond. In this hilarious episode, we talk all about the highs and lows of a lifelong career in Musical Theater, and how to navigate the inevitable ebbs and flows. We touch on J.Elaine's experience as a Filipino actress, and how her heritage has influenced her career in the theater. J.Elaine's resume includes some of the most iconic Broadway shows, from A Chorus Line to Annie, to Sweet Charity to Miss Saigon. With ten Broadway credits and regional/off-broadway credits to boot, I can confidently say J.Elaine knows what she's talking about. She is such a delight, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow J.Elaine on Instagram: @jelainemarcos Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A virtual town hall, designed to illuminate the captivating world of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, offered media professionals an exclusive opportunity to explore the franchise's remarkable journey. This event delved into the evolution of Sailor Moon, its global cultural impact, and the innovative theatrical genre of 2.5D musicals. Attendees gained firsthand insights into the creative vision that brought Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live to the stage. The town hall featured a distinguished panel of key figures from the production, providing an unparalleled glimpse behind the scenes. Makoto Matsuda, the Lead Producer of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live, shared his expertise on the strategic and logistical aspects of transforming the beloved anime into a live performance. He discussed the challenges and triumphs of adapting a globally recognized story for the stage, highlighting the production's commitment to preserving the essence of Sailor Moon while innovating for a live audience. Satomi Toma, the Choreographer, revealed the intricate process of crafting the dynamic and visually stunning choreography that defined the show. She elaborated on the blending of iconic anime movements with theatrical dance, exploring how she brought the Sailor Guardians' powers and personalities to life through movement. Riko Tanaka, the Lead Actress portraying Sailor Moon, offered a unique perspective on embodying such an iconic character. She discussed her journey in capturing the spirit of Usagi Tsukino, sharing her experiences in connecting with the character's emotional depth and physical demands. This town hall not only explored the creative process but also examined the broader cultural phenomenon of 2.5D musicals. This genre, which seamlessly merged anime and manga aesthetics with live performance, captivated audiences worldwide. The panel discussed its unique appeal and its growing influence on the global entertainment landscape. To ensure that media professionals from diverse linguistic backgrounds could fully participate, a professional translator was present throughout the event. This facilitated real-time translation, enabling clear and comprehensive communication between the panelists and attendees. The presence of the translator underscored the event's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, allowing for a truly global dialogue. This virtual town hall proved to be an enlightening and engaging experience, offering media professionals a unique opportunity to delve into the magic behind Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon and the innovative world of 2.5D musicals. Web: https://sailormoonsuperlive.co... About the show: Ash Brown is a force to be reckoned with in the world of motivation and empowerment. This multi-talented American is a gifted producer, blogger, speaker, media personality, and event emcee. Her infectious energy and passion for helping others shine through in everything she does. Ash Said It, Ash Does It: * AshSaidit.com: This vibrant blog is your one-stop shop for a peek into Ash's world. Dive into exclusive event invites, insightful product reviews, and a whole lot more. It's a platform that keeps you informed and entertained. * The Ash Said It Show: Buckle up for a motivational ride with Ash's signature podcast. With over 2,000 episodesalready under her belt and a staggering half a million streams worldwide, this show is a testament to Ash's impact. Here, she chats with inspiring individuals and tackles topics that resonate deeply. What Makes Ash Special? Ash doesn't just preach motivation; she lives it. Her strength lies in her authenticity. 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In this episode, composer, lyricist, music director, and educator Katya Stanislavskaya discusses representations of Russia/the USSR in musical theater from Fiddler on the Roof to Anastasia to off-Broadway's Iron Curtain and many in between. We also talk about the song "The Beauty Is" from Adam Guettel and Craig Lucas's 2005 musical The Light in the Piazza. You can write to scenetosong@gmail.com with a comment or question about an episode or about musical theater, or if you'd like to be a podcast guest. Follow on Instagram at @ScenetoSong and on Facebook at “Scene to Song with Shoshana Greenberg Podcast.” And be sure to sign up for the new monthly e-newsletter at scenetosong.substack.com. Contribute to the Patreon. The theme music is by Julia Meinwald. Music played in this episode: "To Life" from Fiddler on the Roof "Prologue" from Natasha, Pierre, & The Great Comet of 1812 "No One Else" from Natasha, Pierre, & The Great Comet of 1812 "Crossing a Bridge" from Anastasia "Two Worlds" from Doctor Zhivago "That's Capital" from Iron Curtain "Our Time" from Lempicka "The Beauty Is" from The Light in the Piazza

In this College Deep Dive, David Herendeen the Director of Opera and Musical Theater at Oklahoma City University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:  How is a BM in Music Theater different from BFA training?  Is it valuable to have non-theater majors in your classes?  Can I get a minor at OCU?  What are the theaters and classroom facilities like?  When can I make stylistic choices like riffing in a song?   If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at mailbag@mappingthecollegeaudition.com. If you're interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtca.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.  Follow Us!  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions)  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7  About MTCA:  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit.  About Charlie Murphy:  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier, Kelly Prendergast and Socials by Jordan Rice. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds with Additional Vocals from Elizabeth Stanley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi, Broadway Besties! Lindsey is bringing you a review for the latest Off-Broadway hit, The Jonathan Larson Project, as well as the current top Broadway Shows and the latest in Broadway news!

We continue the year of revolutionary thinking to bring you Urinetown! What is Urinetown? Where is Urinetown? Unfortunately, we'll have to wait for act 2 for this to be revealed in song and dance but until then, we can learn more about this city we live in and the people who inhabit it who have to pay for the privilege to pee.https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcast

Description: Cancer is a tough topic—hard to discuss, isolating, and disorienting for those facing it. For Tyler Merritt, a beloved voice in the JHBC community, confronting mortality sparked a fresh perspective on life. Tyler joins Jen to talk about This Changes Everything, his humorous and heartfelt love letter to life after battling cancer. With his signature humor, pop culture nods, and musical theater references (plus a killer playlist), Tyler weaves candid stories of surgery and treatment with playful asides—think a five-page play about his appendix and Taylor Swift-inspired subtitles. Things may go off the rails when Jen and Tyler debate whether words like “lovers” and “making love” are officially outdated—we apologize in advance. *** Thought-provoking Quotes: Because of the way your book is written, in real time and with such urgency, I think 100 people out of 100 will go straight to their phones after finishing the book and Google ”is Tyler Merritt still alive?” – Jen Hatmaker I found out pretty quickly that I was using a lot of humor to cover my fear. Even in the worst possible scenarios, even though I was sometimes walking with death, it felt like, if I looked around, there was humor. – Tyler Merritt For people that are in the horrible cancer club, if you have something in your life that has created change in your every day, or something that has made things scary, you're not alone. You're blessed to still be here and breathing. – Tyler Merritt Resources Mentioned in This Episode: This Changes Everything: A Surprisingly Funny Story About Race, Cancer, Faith, and Other Things We Don't Talk About by Tyler Merritt - https://amzn.to/3Clgwa2 Jen Hatmaker Book Club - https://bit.ly/40KOQ7U I Take My Coffee Black: Reflections on Tupac, Musical Theater, Faith, and Being Black in America by Tyler Merritt - https://amzn.to/4hjiPcC Publisher's Weekly synopsis - https://www.publishersweekly.com/9781546006961 A Door Made for Me by Tyler Merritt - https://amzn.to/4hvCkPn Cujo - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0085382/ Annie - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083564/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_8_tt_2_nm_6_in_0_q_annie Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls - https://amzn.to/4gdEbqG Train - Drops of Jupiter - https://open.spotify.com/track/2hKdd3qO7cWr2Jo0Bcs0MA Blackberry Farms - https://www.blackberryfarm.com/ This Changes Everything playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0jFoCxX22lzohvdd2tLfkQ Sandi Patti - https://www.sandipatty.com/ Taylor Swift - https://www.taylorswift.com/ Prince - https://www.prince.com/ RENT - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0294870/ AUDIOBOOK: This Changes Everything: A Surprisingly Funny Story About Race, Cancer, Faith, and Other Things We Don't Talk About by Tyler Merritt - https://amzn.to/3Cm1YHa Book People (Austin) - https://www.bookpeople.com/ Parnassus Books (Nashville) - https://www.parnassusbooks.net/ Guest's Links: Tyler's website - https://thetylermerrittproject.com/ Tyler's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetylermerrittproject/ Tyler's Twitter - https://x.com/ttmproject Tyler's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thetylermerrittproject Tyler's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPB48_JfK-VMnYQPTYyMX5Q Connect with Jen! Jen's website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker Jen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmaker Jen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seeing John Cardoza and Solea Pfeiffer in Moulin Rouge was life-changing and I'm bringing you the breakdown! This week we are doing a round of 'Broadway News Rapid Fire' and chatting in depth about: 

Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!)Were you normal, or were you spending your iTunes gift cards on Glee covers? Don't worry, you're amongst friends! Donnie and I take to the podcast to celebrate authenticity, stress over our favorite strategy-based reality TV game shows, and complain about men, naturally! Btw, did we ever figure out if Lea Michelle could read? Lmk, seriously. Get silly with us on social:FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: @pessimisticatbestFacebook: @pessimisticatbestWebsite: pessimisticatbest.comFOLLOW SAMANTHAInstagram: @samgeorgsonTikTok: @samgeorgsonTwitter: @samgeorgsonYouTube: @samgeorgsonWebsite: samanthageorgson.comFOLLOW DONNIEInstagram: @donnietrellzFOLLOW UR TYPICAL PODCASTInstagram: @urtypicalpodcastSupport the show

We spoke with David Amlen and Meg Beattie Patrick as a preview for the upcoming DAVE & THE DIVAS show at Outpost in the Burbs. The show Freedom & Faith: Songs of Jenny Amlen and Elton John, will be March 1st in Montclair - an album release event for the group's FREEDOM album. It's a very special project that brings together core members of the Montclair music community, led by David Amlen in tribute to his late sister Jenny and her songs, that match remarkably well with Elton John's early compositions. The album and show feature a selection of incredible local singers - Julie Dobrow, Iris Schaffer Hall, Meg Patrick, Stacia Thiel, and Cecile Williams, as well as an all-star band. The episode features a preview of the title song ‘Freedom,' an anthemic song from Jenny that was the starting point for the project.

I finally saw REDWOOD, the new musical starring Idina Menzel and we have sooo much to unpack. In Broadway news, we are discussing the Tony Awards announcing Cynthia Erivo as our next host, Jordan Fisher joining the cast of Moulin Rouge, and the Maybe Happy Ending cast album release!Website: www.fromthemezzanine.comPatreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayInstagram: @FromTheMezzanineBroadwayYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95

We're still wintering in the Hamptons with Big Edie and Little Edie and their army of racoons and cats! It's act 2, which means we're heavy into the documentary territory recreation and out of fantasy land. What caused the rift between the two? Can one have cake AND eat it? What's up with Jerry? https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcast

We're donning our revolutionary costumes for today and are taking you back in time to discuss Grey Gardens! Act 1 is all about Big Edie overshadowing Little Edie during her engagement announcement to Joe Kennedy Jr and the fallout that happens during all of that. Join us out in the Hamptons during this winter in that summer town! https://www.facebook.com/TY5Podcast

In this episode of Legally Bond, Kim speaks with Bond immigration attorney John Riley. John discusses his career path from pianist to South Korean law professor to immigration attorney at Bond to composer. While talking about the unique challenges faced in both the legal profession and musical theater, John shares insights into the extensive, creative process of bringing his musical "A Girl I Know" to the stage in Syracuse with a full orchestra and Broadway talents. "A Girl I Know" is debuting at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse, New York on Wednesday, February 12. Click here for tickets and more information about the show.

  Season Five of Stages Podcast start with a question and answe episode. We're joined by a fantastic group of Thespians, all connected through their work with the Educational Theatre Foundation. ETF is the philanthropic arm of the Educational Theatre Association, and home to the International Thespian Society. In this episode, Cristiana, Marsae, Layla, Kenna, McKenzie & Lolly join Marylee and Stephanie to ask questions about working in the theater.  Educational Theatre Foundation   Join Stages Podcast Maiing list The Artists Way Better Help Thank you FeedSpot for voting Stages one of the top Broadway Podcasts