Podcasts about Musical theatre

In this deeply moving and refreshingly honest episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, we sit down with Edward Miskie—actor, singer, producer, and now author of the book Cancer, Musical Theatre, & Other Chronic Illnesses. Edward takes us through his rare cancer diagnosis, the raw and absurd realities of treatment, and his journey toward healing, self-advocacy, and reinvention. Ten years after surviving a rare form of lymphoma, Edward reflects on how cancer dismantled his life—and how he built something even richer in its place.Edward speaks candidly about chemo, heartbreak, identity loss, sex, alcohol, and the chaotic beauty of finding yourself again after trauma. His insights are brutally honest and beautifully empowering. This is more than a cancer survival story—it's a story of reclaiming joy, identity, and purpose.

Lakeridge High School senior Elaina Stuppler is no stranger to the spotlight. She performs in the Portland Youth Philharmonic, playing trombone - but she also plays tuba, piano and composes music as well. She’s regularly featured on All Classical Radio as a reporter and Artist in Residence. But the last few months have been a veritable cavalcade of honors and opportunities. Stuppler won the Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge. Her winning composition, about the life of Maria Anna Mozart, was performed  by Broadway musicians and singers in New York this summer. She was just one of five students in the U.S. chosen by the Grammy Museum for its summer screen scoring program in LA. She is also a winner of the prestigious YoungArts Award with Distinction, Stuppler joins us to share some of her compositions, and tell us about what these honors mean to her and what opportunities they may open up for her future.  

What sets a technically strong performer apart from a truly unforgettable one? In this episode, Molly Marie Walsh — performer, educator, and MT history advocate — unpacks how a deep understanding of musical theatre's roots enriches performance, informs vocal style, and builds lasting careers. From the social commentary of Hadestown to the escapism of 1930s musicals, Molly and Alexa explore how history shapes artistry, interpretation, and authenticity on stage. A must-listen for performers, teachers, and anyone passionate about meaningful storytelling through song and stage. WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?   3:10 What's Molly's favourite era of Musical Theatre history?  8:05 Case study  12:20 Is historical and contextual understanding always necessary?  17:45 Context & vocal targets  24:38 Context & aesthetic design  26:38 Context and the creative's career   29:02 How can contextual understanding help in an audition?  33:46 How historical understanding upholds the craft of Musical Theatre  43:27 What about the ensemble?  47:20 Different resources   About the presenter, click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Urdang Broadway Musicals Show By Show by Stanley Green Graham Norton interview Fifty Key Stage Musicals by Robert W. Schneider and Shannon Agnew Fifty Key Stage Musicals: The Podcast  Artists mentioned: Jesse Mueller; Sierra Boggess; Marisha Wallace; Billy Porter Agnes de Mille Jeanine Tesori Shaina Taub Jamie Lloyd Our Musicals, Ourselves by John Bush Jones The Cambridge Companion to the Musical by William A Everett & Paul Laird 150 Years of Popular Musical Theatre by Andrew Lamb A Critical Companion to The American Stage Musical by Elizabeth L. Wollman Strike Up the Band by Scott Miller  Horrible Histories  Singing Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.10 Songs for Male Contemporary Musical Theatre Singers  ABOUT THE GUEST Molly Marie Walsh, originally from California, is a seasoned Musical Theatre performer with credits in the US and UK, including Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Into the Woods, and A Christmas Carol. Now based in the UK, Molly teaches voice, drama, and musical theatre across Buckinghamshire and at London's Urdang Academy. Molly has worked with musical theatre writers Kansley & Lidert, and she has recently completed the BAST Level 5 Extended Diploma in Singing Teaching Skills.  SEE FULL BIO HERE Instagram: @singhappywithmolly BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Send us a textWhilst Brigadoon continued rehearsals, Cavan Clarke sat down with us to discuss the eagerly anticipated revival of Lerner & Leowe's beloved musical. The production also marks an exciting return for Cavan to Regent's Park Open Air Theatre following his acclaimed performance as Mercutio in Kimberley Syke's production of Romeo & Juliet in 2021. Brigadoon has often been described as one of the greatest musicals to come out of the Golden Age of Musicals, and has been much missed in London after experiencing a 20 year absence from the UK stage. In Drew McOnie's production, Cavan Clarke plays Jeff Douglas, a pleasure seeker and companion to Tommy Albright who arrive at the Scottish Highlands in the middle of World War II. The show's been adapted by Rona Munro and we hear Cavan talk about her updates to this classic show and what audiences can perhaps expect from this new productionIn our interview, Cavan Clarke talks to us about making his professional musical theatre debut having long been a fan of musicals himself. During our conversation, we looked back on some of his career highlights including playing Mercutio at Regent's Park, and his work on the landmark production of Small Island at the National Theatre. We hear him talk about the challenges of being a jobbing actor too and the sacrifices one sometimes has to make in order to make ends meet. We also talk to Cavan about his relationship with rising star Jack Wolfe, and how he hopes to work together on a project in the future. It seems like an exciting time for Cavan Clarke and we hope this won't be the last time he features in a musical too.Brigadoon runs at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre from 2 August - 20 September 2025 with tickets available now.Support the show

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they dive into the train scene before heading to the Emerald City! Rabbit holes include the construction of the Emerald City Unlimited train, the career of Bronwyn James, favorite cut moments and so much more!Later in the episode they hear from patreons Daniel Horrigan & Eric Gjovaag!*Thank you for your patience with a few sound issues throughout the episode.*Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPPippi PostOddment and TweakHollywood Built a Real 16-Ton Train for 'Wicked'—Then Barely Used It!Take a Tour of 'Wicked's' Wonderful, Gravity-Defying SetsLIGHTS ON: BRONWYN JAMESInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collectiveWant some FREE TIPS???For Performers:Michael's TOP 10 AUDITION TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/audition-tips-emailFor Writers:Michael's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For PERFORMERS:“The Ultimate Musical Theatre Audition Course”https://www.michaelradi.com/ultimate-musical-theatre-audition-courseFor WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collectiveLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/MT Writing Collective Course:https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collective-courseDo you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers? Then check out the collective at the link above!—————————————————————————————One of My Favorite Writing Books:(Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through this post. I am an affiliate of bookshop.org and I will earn a commission if you click through the title links below and make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, and will do so from the Amazon link below.)“The Writer's Journey” by Christopher Vogler:Bookshop.Org link:https://bookshop.org/a/4758/9781615933150Amazon link:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193290736X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=193290736X&linkCode=as2&tag=mtwgrecomme01-20&linkId=e804571516b48d9d6d11853c8765900e—————————————————————————————If you would like to join the Cast and become part of the Musical Theatre Writer Guy community, subscribe to never miss an episode, follow the links below to learn more, and consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help Michael create more content! Cheers!—————————————————————————————Michael Radi (He/Him/His) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, and Musical Director currently residing in New York City. He is an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Writing Workshop as a lyricist, and has written four full-length musical theatre pieces in addition to ongoing projects. His original musical The King's Legacy, which received its world premiere production in August 2019 at the Bristol Valley Theater in Naples, NY, and has also been presented in Industry Reading format both in fall of 2019 as part of the Dramatists Guild Friday Night Footlights and in November 2016. More recently, his original one-man show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin just played its premiere production, also at BVT. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a one-man show soon to be announced, and a family-oriented musical comedy set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based off his family's history with the sport.Learn more about Michael at his website:http://www.michaelradi.comMichael's Patreon Community:https://www.patreon.com/michaelradiLearn more about The King's Legacy on the website:https://www.thekingslegacymusical.com/And listen to/watch numbers from The King's Legacy on YouTube starting at:https://youtu.be/YSp0q-6KQeoThe Glamorous Life Blog:http://www.michaelradi.com/the-glamorous-lifeFollow Michael on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @radimichael @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.

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Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Roxanne and Bailey Canales to dive into “I'm Not That Girl”! Rabbit holes include parallels to current events, first crushes, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPFlorida lawmakers allowed into ‘Alligator Alcatraz' say detainees packed into cagesNewark mayor sues feds over arrest outside ICE facilityCynthia Erivo Opens Up About Filming Pivotal ‘Wicked' Scene: “My Heart Broke Open and Tears Fell”Behind The Scenes Of Wicked's Set DesignWicked film bikes made by Shipley's Ellis Briggs CyclesPippi PostWithy WorkshopInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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Happy to welcome the creatives and cast members of Foxbrier Lane!  Foxbrier Lane is a new musical with music and lyrics by Brandon Nicholas Pfeltz, a book by Brandon and Aitan Shachar and starring Gerard Canonico and Brian Charles Johnson.  Foxbrier Lane is based on a true story set in Baltimore, Maryland that is “fueled by a raw, visceral folk/rock score. Foxbrier Lane is a heart-wrenching exploration of family, loss, grief, and the enduring power of forgiveness.” We talk with Brandon, Aiton, Gerard and Brian about the creation of Foxbrier Lane, when Gerard and Brian got involved, their upcoming EP, Spring Awakening and much more!They're currently working on the EP of the show with a single to be released July 28th featuring Gerard Canonico ! For more info on Foxbrier Lane, visit their insta page: @foxbrierlane!

KISS ME, KATE | Music & Lyrics by Cole Porter | Book by Sam & Bella SpewackWorks Consulted & Reference :Kiss Me, Kate (Original Libretto) by Sam Spewack, Bella Spewack & Cole PorterKiss Me Kate (Revised 1999 Libretto) by Sam Spewack, Bella Spewack & Cole PorterCole Porter: A Biography by Charles SchwartzCole Porter by William McBrienBeautiful Mornin': The Broadway Musical in the 1940s by Ethan MorddenMusic 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"So in Love" from Kiss Me, Kate (Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Cole Porter | Performed by Marin Mazzie"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"Pick-a-Little-Talk-a-Little" from The Music Man (Original Broadway Cast) | Music & Lyrics by Meredith Willson | Performed by Adnia Rice, Peggy Mondo, Elaine Swann, Helen Raymond, Robert Flynn, The Buffalo Bills, Robert Preston"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

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 227!  The Boys were recently listening to a discussion amongst friends -- what would you do? Inevitably it evolved into the age old question, what would you do for a Klondike bar? Turns out not a lot, but for $600 cash?? Now that's where things start to get interesting.This week Casey & Mark are discussing what they would each do for $600 in cold hard cash. The thoughts and actions proposed may shock you and almost certainly could make you laugh out loud at the thought. Scenarios and hilarity abound in this week's Midsection. Afterward ask yourself and your friends -- what would you do for $600 and let Painted Trash know the ideas and actions for real!Kicking things off, The Boys are back after a week off for a surgery.  Now recovering, there some interesting tea from the events of surgery day and the healing. It's also been a period of mourning as one of the beloved fur babies takes it to the tub.Trash Talk topics this week include updates on some of the infamous Painted Trash personalities who have been painted by Casey & Mark; a letter of complaint from serveral Congresspeople; and, a church in Indiana takes hate speech to a whole new level.It's a light-hearted, hilarious episode this week for you with just a slight dose of discourse and a whole lot of f*ggotry! So fill your glass with a tasty summer port vintage, put on a fresh diaper, and pull up a seat to the table with your GBFFs/  It's time to paint!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

This July, we're talking about Sonheim's second Broadway show he did both the music and lyrics for. Yes, we say it's the first in the show but we're correcting that now! Everyone in a small, poor town is overseen by the ruthless mayor Cora, who's opposed by a nurse at the local mental hospital, Fay Apple. What happens when a natural miracle promises health and curative powers for the citizens? And who is this mysterious man who shows up to help out the citizens when they can't tell who's a patient at the hositpal and who's a citizen of the town?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 week, Alexa is joined by performer and vocal coach Conor O'Hara (fresh from the UK tour of Wicked) to explore 10 standout songs for male singers in the contemporary musical theatre space. From smart audition choices to vocal technique tips, Conor offers practical, performer-led insight that both singers and teachers will find invaluable. Whether you're building your rep book or guiding a student through their next audition, this episode is packed with gold.  WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?   1:04 What is Conor's dream Musical Theatre role?  2:37 What was Conor's journey into Musical theatre?  5:44  What is a Musical Theatre audition like?  12:25  What's Conor's ‘go-to' song? 13:20 What song should you really take to an audition?  20:35 Conor's 10 song list   About the presenter, click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Emily Kristen Morris Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing The Hangar Theatre Company GSA Mountview  RSC Debbie O'Brien  Artists mentioned: Jamie Muscato; Jeremy Jordon; Ben Platt; Aaron Tveit; Jack Wolfe; Brian Darcy James; Ben Joyce; Gavin Creel Danielle Tarento  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.212 10 Songs to Find Your Pop Style Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.205 10 Songs to Inspire Your Singing Lessons Royal Scotland Conservatoire  Spotify Radio Jeanine Tesori   ABOUT THE GUEST Conor trained at Mountview Dramatic Training, gaining a BA (Hons) in Performance (Musical Theatre). He led the UK premier tour of 'Bedknobs and Broomsticks' as Charlie Rawlins, was a swing in the Royal Shakespeare Company's 'A Christmas Carol' and has recently finished touring around the UK with the Musical 'Wicked'.  Alongside a career as a performer, he is currently a singing teacher at Italia Conti. Based in North London, he offers private tuition in person and online for professionals looking to book their next job, students in or out of work aiming to better their technique, drama school auditionees, non-professionals and more.  Conor believes strongly in finding the right repertoire to suit the goals of the performer, whether that's to forward the development of technique, to book the job or even just to keep the enjoyment of singing alive.  E: cohara1998@gmail.com Instagram: @conorcoaches BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Gabi Brower and Chelly Robichaud to dive into “Popular”! Rabbit holes include dream makeover moments, favorite moments of the scene, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPWicked | A Week On Set With Ariana'Popular' Number Features Extended Ending in WICKED MovieThe WICKED Interview That Brought Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande to Tears - The Emsolation PodcastI Genuinely Can't Watch "Popular" In The "Wicked" Movie The Same Way Again After Reading These Facts From Filming‘Wicked' Team Considered Making ‘Popular' More Hip-Hop. Ariana Grande Refused: ‘Absolutely Not. I Want to Be Glinda, Not Ariana Playing Glinda'Inside the ‘Wicked' musical number that could win Ariana Grande an OscarScenery BagsOddment and TweakInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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Send us a textWelcome to Episode 226! Pride Month has just come to a close and The Boys are looking to have a bit more fun before lunching into the heights of summer. Hopefully you had a great Pride and are enjoying some downtime for the 4th of July. To close out Painted Trash's Pride Month it seems only fitting to review some annual statistics released at the end of June.  The Boys are pouring the tea, and be assured... it's piping hot!Each year a certain adult website releases the information about the gay content searched and streamed by their visitors.  The top search words, geography, demographics, domestic and international.  It's enlightening, sometimes shocking, and always titillating. Casey is bringing the stats and both Casey & Mark are sharing their reactions and thoughts on the content. See what the numbers say and if your use is inline with the results.First -- kicking things off in the weekly Pick-Up, The Boys are discussing a busy weekend full of activities, for the 4th of July weekend and all their feelings on all of it currently.In Trash Talk this week, the reviews of Hetero Awesome Fest are in and Mark's bringing them to Casey and you, the extinction of the human race, and Medicare peaceful protesters were arrested and you won't believe who they were.And, of course, The Boys have got recommendations for your content to connect with this week!  This one's got it all -- hilarity, discourse, and hardcore faggotry. So grab your fan, fill your glass of port vintage, and pull up a seat to the table with GBFFs.  It's time to paint!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

We're halfway through 2025, so let's rate every show Lindsey has seen this year from Broadway and Off-Broadway, including some favorites (and not so favorites) BOOP, Maybe Happy Ending, Smash, Death Becomes Her, Operation Mincemeat, and so many more! 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

From cruise ship stages to kitchen-table career pivots, Alexa Terry reflects on eight transformative lessons learned over eight years as a singing teacher in this honest, funny, and heartfelt episode of the Singing Teachers Talk podcast. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your teaching journey, this is the perfect mix of personal storytelling, practical insights, and the occasional existential wobble we all pretend not to have. Come for the laughs, stay for the reassurance — and leave with a little more clarity, confidence, and comfort in your own path. About the presenter, click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Singing Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.213 Medicine to Music: A Journey Back to a Creative Calling Aime McNee We Need Your Art by Aime McNee Substack Aime's Substack: I Didn't Want a Job  Nathan Lubbock Smith Aida Cruises BritishTheatre.com  New York Vocal Coaching John Henny  The Naked Vocalist   Training Contemporary Commercial Singers by Elizabeth Ann Benson Singing Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.215 10 Invaluable Resources for Singing Teachers   ABOUT THE GUEST Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK's leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels entry auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for The Sing Space and Vocology in Practice.  SEE FULL BIO HERE  Website Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Aaron Teoh, who plays Avaric, to dive into the second half of the epic “Dancing Through Life” segment! Rabbit holes include personal Elphaba moments, Aaron's memories from filming the scene, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPFramestore - creating the Animal band‘Wicked' cast and crew break down Ozdust Ballroom and Defying Gravity scenesComfort Fedoke | The Journey from "So You Think You Can Dance" to "Wicked"242. The Power of Adaptability: Comfort Fedoke's Journey Through DanceJon M. Chu on Wicked, Crazy Rich Asians & Sneaking into the OscarsElphie: A Wicked ChildhoodBond and GraceInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Jonathan Roxmouth a South African Musical Theatre Actor and Singer who is best known for his role as the Phantom in several productions of The Phantom of the Opera and fresh from performing abroad to sold-out seasons Jonathan returns home for a limited season at Montecasino’s Teatro with his latest show, 'MY FAVOURITE BROADWAY'. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio70See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The summer is here which means so is the Edinburgh Fringe and ahead of Mickey-Jo's visit next month to see as many shows as possible, he is sharing his recommendations!This year, Mickey-Jo is talking through the theatre and musicals sections of the show brochure, letting you know which intrigued him, which he's eagerly anticipating, and which he has enjoyed previously and can vouch for.Check out Mickey-Jo's picks for this year's Fringe and share your own in the comments!About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well if this ain't the luckiest gift ever- a chat with the one-and-only Margaret Cho! (Say what?! *faints*)This week, the Queen of Comedy joins AW and Jonathan to feed the Scumdogs of the Universe for GWAR, before taking punt on 'Lucky Stiff' with the original Off-Broadway cast recording.Plus, we chat Margaret's album 'Lucky Gift', Changing Tech in Comedy, JK Rowling's Ugly Behaviour, Seeing Hedwig and the Angry (Half) Inch, and heaps more in this hilariously insightful episode!--SOCIALS--Margaret: https://www.instagram.com/margaret_cho/Website: https://margaretcho.com/Lucky Gift: https://music.apple.com/us/album/lucky-gift/1781345032Mr J Wags: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrJWags -- Instagram: https://instagram.com/MrJWagsSecond City NYC: https://www.secondcity.com/shows/new-yorkDisney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/TnT/Bloop Networkhttps://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasurehttps://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure*****Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time!Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks!https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20 ***** ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Ladies, it's summer camp season and we're taking you back to middle school musical theatre auditions where the drama is real, and the nerves are as high as the notes to “Defying Gravity.” If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and make sure you SUBSCRIBE!If you are interested in advertising on this podcast email ussales@acast.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US:IG: instagram.com/imomsohardYouTube: youtube.com/imomsohardGet our sponsor DISCOUNT CODES here!https://linktr.ee/imshpodcast*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. Views expressed on this podcast solely reflect those of the host and do not reflect the views of Pionaire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why does this keep happening?! We have more Broadway closings this week which hurts my heart - but first!!! Let's celebrate 3 YEARS OF FROM THE MEZZANINE!!! Thank you to the Broadway Besties for your endless support! In Broadway News: 

Ever wondered what makes a great singing studio setup? In this solo episode, Alexa Terry explores the key elements of a well-equipped singing studio, offering practical insights for teachers working in both private and institutional settings. From essential tools to thoughtful touches that support vocal, emotional, and educational needs, this episode is packed with practical tips for building a space that enhances learning, creativity, and professionalism. About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Sarah Joyce Cat Ogden Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.69 Understanding Pregnancy for the Singer and the Self-Employed  Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.155 & 156 Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios Yamaha Clavinova  Bose Soundlink Max Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.174 Demystifying Tax for the Self-Employed Singing Teacher Zoom MyMusicStaff Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.93 How to Organise Your Singing Studio Business with MyMusicStaff Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)Olly ChristopherSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.186 How to Balance a Teaching and Performance Career  The Pianist of Willesden LaneWalt FritzSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.193 How to Master Tongue Tension for Better Singing  Kaya Herstad CarneySinging Teachers Talk - Ep.159 How Toys and Props Can Create Dynamic Singing Lessons Line HiltonFeldenkraisBecca LuterSinging Teachers Talk - Ep.204 Mastering Self Tapes for Auditions with Becca Luter Jessica Friend  ABOUT THE GUEST Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK's leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels entry auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for The Sing Space and Vocology in Practice.  SEE FULL BIO HERE: https://www.basttraining.com/blog/ep-217-setting-up-for-success-singing-teachers-studio-essentials-with-alexa-terry/ WebsiteInstagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching   BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Ali and Andrew talk to Clive Rowe, aka the Nicest Man In Showbusiness TM.   Duncan Walsh Atkins on keys. Catch us on tour and at the Edinburgh Festival - showstopperthemusical.com

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by former Boq Lee Slobotkin to dive into the first half of the epic “Dancing Through Life” segment! Rabbit holes include favorite prom memories, the design of the library set, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPLee SlobotkinInterview: 'It's So Rewarding': Actor Zizi Strallen on Taking on The Role of Glinda in WICKEDJonathan Bailey's Horse in Wicked Is the Same One in Bridgerton: ‘He's a Legend'Christopher Scott: Dancing through life and onto the big screen of ‘Wicked'Making Those ‘Wicked' Library Shelves Spin and More Secrets from the Oz Production Design‘Wicked' Choreographer on Ariana Grande's High Kick, Viral Dance Moves and Why ‘No Books Were Harmed' in ‘Dancing Through Life''Wicked' Director & Cinematographer Break Down the 'Dancing Through Life' Scene | Vanity Fair@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik Tok@mrscscozycraftsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

All things Musical Theatre with the Team!

MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collectiveWant some FREE TIPS???For Performers:Michael's TOP 10 AUDITION TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/audition-tips-emailFor Writers:Michael's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For PERFORMERS:“The Ultimate Musical Theatre Audition Course”https://www.michaelradi.com/ultimate-musical-theatre-audition-courseFor WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collectiveLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/MT Writing Collective Course:https://www.michaelradi.com/musical-theatre-writing-collective-courseDo you want to learn *how to write* Musical Theatre? Are you looking for a *warm and welcoming community* of writers? Then check out the collective at the link above!—————————————————————————————One of My Favorite Writing Books:(Disclosure: I get commissions for purchases made through this post. I am an affiliate of bookshop.org and I will earn a commission if you click through the title links below and make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, and will do so from the Amazon link below.)“The Writer's Journey” by Christopher Vogler:Bookshop.Org link:https://bookshop.org/a/4758/9781615933150Amazon link:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/193290736X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=193290736X&linkCode=as2&tag=mtwgrecomme01-20&linkId=e804571516b48d9d6d11853c8765900e—————————————————————————————If you would like to join the Cast and become part of the Musical Theatre Writer Guy community, subscribe to never miss an episode, follow the links below to learn more, and consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help Michael create more content! Cheers!—————————————————————————————Michael Radi (He/Him/His) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, and Musical Director currently residing in New York City. He is an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Writing Workshop as a lyricist, and has written four full-length musical theatre pieces in addition to ongoing projects. His original musical The King's Legacy, which received its world premiere production in August 2019 at the Bristol Valley Theater in Naples, NY, and has also been presented in Industry Reading format both in fall of 2019 as part of the Dramatists Guild Friday Night Footlights and in November 2016. More recently, his original one-man show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin just played its premiere production, also at BVT. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a one-man show soon to be announced, and a family-oriented musical comedy set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based off his family's history with the sport.Learn more about Michael at his website:http://www.michaelradi.comMichael's Patreon Community:https://www.patreon.com/michaelradiLearn more about The King's Legacy on the website:https://www.thekingslegacymusical.com/And listen to/watch numbers from The King's Legacy on YouTube starting at:https://youtu.be/YSp0q-6KQeoThe Glamorous Life Blog:http://www.michaelradi.com/the-glamorous-lifeFollow Michael on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @radimichael @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.

And the EGOT goes to... US! Because we finally snagged ourselves the EGOT- with Aussie Oscar-winner Tim Chappel! This week, AW sits down for a game of King Diamond's 'Them' Vs La Cage aux Folles with the 2010 Revival Cast. Plus, we chat the impact of The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert, winning the Oscar- and the Oscar curse, Heavy Costumes, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars, Runway Credits, Logies Categories, Death of the Helpmann Awards, Sewing Injuries, and Tim spills the tea on the upcoming sequel, Priscilla 2, because even Showgirls deserve a happy ending!Hop on board the bus for this incredible Pride Month episode!  --SOCIALS--Tim: https://www.instagram.com/xtcostumeTim's Website: https://timchappel.com/Disney's Hercules on the West End Tickets: https://www.herculesthemusical.co.uk/TnT/Bloop Networkhttps://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasurehttps://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure*****Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time!Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks!https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20 ***** ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 225!  June 2025 is winding down but Pride is reaching it's peak.  This week marks many of the major USA Pride Parades and celebrations of visibility, but a reminder of what the LGBTQIA+ community has fought for as well as how and why the fight continues today.It's also that time where Painted Trash Podcast caps off Pride Month with this year's honorees to join the PTP Trailblazers.  This week, Mark & Casey are giving you their choices for this year's induction to join the ranks of Painted Trash Podcast Trailblazers.  Who made the list, this year? (Hint: it's the second annual, however there was a year skipped). You gotta listen to find out!Did you get your Real-ID yet?? In this week's Trash Pick-Up, The Boys are discussing the deep trauma of the DMV experience-- especially those horrific photos we are all stuck with.  Have you heard about the major data breach that has left billions of accounts at risk? And then, it's on to miscreants. Trash Talk this week is covering a lot of ground including Karen Read, Razor Blade Throats, No Kings and failed birthday parade, losing more than $1,000,000 outta your checking account, continuing the attacks on the 2SLGBTQIA+ community throughout Pride Month, and the true price of a Disney themed brunch.All of this and recommendations too??  PHEW!  These Boys are getting you together to go into the height of Pride!  So put on your Pride best, getcha a delicious port vintage treat, and pull up a stool to the table to join your GBFFs.  It's time to paint! Happy Pride!!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Neil James and Danny Falks to dive into the intense “Something Bad” song and classroom scene! Rabbit holes include parallels to today's political climate, breaking down details written on chalkboards and maps, and more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPDrawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublicBond and GraceChalkboardInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

It's that awkward (and very dramatic) time on Broadway where post-Tony Awards things start to change in major ways! But some things never change - and that is Lindsey bringing you honest reviews of Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. This week, she tells us about Angry Alan staring John Krasinski at Studio Seaview and seeing Boop! for a second time, front and center!In Broadway News: 

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Neil James and Danny Falks to dive into the intense “Something Bad” song and classroom scene! Rabbit holes include parallels to today's political climate, breaking down details written on chalkboards and maps, and more!Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPUnited We DreamBowen Yang Shares Update on Wicked Film | WWHLFramestoreMeet Doctor Dillamond | Wicked VFX Breakdown | FramestoreChalkboardWicked: The Graphic Novel Part IInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

In this week's extra long mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 78th Annual Tony Awards! We're breaking down all the awards and performances, and giving you the hottest takes we got! Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

Making a Difference Through Media Synopsis: On this compelling episode of Conversations that Make a Difference, host Teresa Velardi welcomes three dynamic women who are harnessing the power of media to inspire social change: Andi Buerger, Cassandra Tindal, and Danielle Bisutti. Andi Buerger unveils the moving stories and powerful advocacy within her forthcoming book, "Voices Against Trafficking," highlighting the urgent fight against human trafficking and how storytelling can drive awareness and action. Cassandra Tindal, founder and editor of Womenz Straight Talk Magazine, discusses her mission to uplift women's voices, address real-world issues, and foster meaningful dialogue through her influential publication. Actress and singer Danielle Bisutti shares her passion for using the arts to make an impact—donating a heartfelt song to the Voices Against Trafficking album and using her creative platforms to amplify important causes. Together, these changemakers explore how diverse media—books, magazines, and music—serve as transformative tools for advocacy, education, and hope. Their candid conversation, guided by Teresa Velardi, inspires viewers to use their own unique voices and creative outlets to make a difference in their communities and beyond. Guests: Andi Buerger, Cassandra Tindal and Danielle Bisutti Bio: Andi Buerger, JD is an international speaker, author, and advocate for victims of human trafficking & exploitation.  Andi herself was a victim of child sex trafficking and unspeakable abuses by family members for 17 years. She founded Beulah's Place, which provided temporary shelter services to at-risk, unsheltered teens for 14 years.  300+ youth were successfully rescued and assisted, earning national recognition. Andi later founded Voices Against Trafficking(VAT) to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves — the voiceless victims of human trafficking and exploitation. VAT advocates for the protection of every human's rights regardless of race, gender, culture, or socio-economic status.  Voices Against Trafficking-The Strength of Many Voices Speaking As One, gives a portion of proceeds from each sale to survivors of child abuse and trafficking, as does Andi's first book,  A Fragile Thread of Hope - One Survivor's Quest to Rescue. Andi launched Voices Of Courage magazine in 2023.  It is distributed internationally and accepted into the U.S. Library of Congress. It honors everyday heroes who selflessly fight to protect human rights. These champions come from all walks of life to change communities and the world for the better. A television series by the same title debuts in 2025. Website: www.voicesagainsttrafficking.com Bio: Cassandra Tindal is the Founder, Visionary, and CEO of IMAG Media Inc., and the creator of Womenz Straight Talk®. Driven by an unshakable belief in the power of women's voices and the need for meaningful discourse, Cassandra Tindal didn't just build a media company—she ignited a movement. As the founder of IMAG Media Inc. and the force behind Womenz Straight Talk, Cassandra's vision was clear: to create a multimedia platform where women and marginalized communities could speak boldly, be heard globally, and drive real-world impact on the issues that matter most. Cassandra's passion for storytelling isn't about headlines—it's about humanity. She built Womenz Straight Talk as a hybrid of award-winning journalism, documentary filmmaking, and advocacy. Her mission? To challenge narratives, elevate underrepresented perspectives, and spark conversations that lead to action—whether in business, politics, culture, or social justice. At the heart of every culture, in every corner of the world, lies a shared human truth: we are wired for stories. From ancient oral traditions to today's digital narratives, storytelling is the bridge that connects us—transcending language, politics, and geography. Cassandra Tindal and Womenz Straight Talk harness this power, using media and entertainment not just to inform, but to unite, provoke, and inspire action on the issues that define our time. Website: https://womenzstraighttalk.net Bio: Danielle Bisutti is an Emmy Award-winning and BAFTA-nominated actress, writer, producer, director, and singer-songwriter with an illustrious 25-year career in the Entertainment Industry. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Danielle is renowned for her dynamic versatility across film, television, video games, and music. Danielle received a BAFTA nomination for her captivating performance as the Norse Goddess “Freya” in Sony PlayStation's critically acclaimed and top-grossing video game, God of War. She is also celebrated for her LA-area Emmy Award win, recognizing her outstanding hosting work in Street Music Los Angeles (2002). Her notable film and television credits include unforgettable roles such as The Mother of Death in Sony Pictures' cult horror hit Insidious: Chapter 2, Barb in Universal's Curse of Chucky, the enigmatic Ms. Grey in Lifetime's Nanny Killer, Professor Linda in NBC's Parks & Recreation, Dana Gallagher in Shonda Rhimes' For the People, and as the powerful witch Hexela, a series regular in Paramount's Dwight in Shining Armor. Danielle's diverse portfolio also features guest spots and recurring roles in Matador (Robert Rodriguez's El Rey Network), Last Man Standing, CSI: Miami, Without a Trace, Raising the Bar, and The O.C. Danielle graduated Magna Cum Laude from California State University, Fullerton, earning her Bachelor of Arts with a double emphasis in Acting and Musical Theatre. During her collegiate years, she garnered multiple Irene Ryan Best Actress Award nominations and was the national runner-up at The Lincoln Center Theatre in NYC. Further honing her artistic craft, Danielle studied producing, directing, and screenwriting at The Hollywood Film Institute with Dov Simens, along with advanced coursework at ScreenwritingU and The Writer's Store's Screenwriter University. Her acting education continued with renowned mentors including Eric Kline at Film Actor's Workshop, Larry Moss, Lesly Kahn, Shari Shaw Studios, and the Upright Citizens Brigade for improv. With her passion for storytelling and her dedication to the arts, Danielle Bisutti continues to be a transformative force in every medium she explores. Website: https://perfecttimingproductions.com/   Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/live/p5Vm8vnGxNA?si=HCY1cna18UI_Vioq Chat with Teresa during Live Show with Video Stream: write a question on YouTube Learn more about Teresa here: https://www.webebookspublishing.com    http://authenticendeavorspublishing.com/

Send us a textWelcome to Episode 224! Have you ever had your privacy or financial world violated? How about your belongings?  Well, it's been an eventful week for at least one of your GBFFs and its sparked some feelings and, of course, plenty of thoughts and reactions.  That's right, y'all.  One event on one evening hit both of your GBFFs last week and it inspired a discussion between Casey & Mark about violation. It permeates the physical, mental, emotion. Sounds heavy right?  It certainly is. But as you might expect, it ain't all heavy and finding humor in the experiences and sharing is just what these boys do!Kicking off this week's episode, The Boys are priming the conversation by teasing some of the events leading up to the Mid-section topic and an informational (they are nothing if not educational) conversation about personal hygiene.Trash Talk topics this week include updates on TACO Musk and the gala at the Kennedy Center; AI enters the interviewing ring; the Birthday Parade needed extras, and Dauphin County is Pennsylvania is looking for a few big holes. Oh, and recommendations too!So pour yourself (or have your drinkmaster mix) a tasty glass of port vintage and get it on lock.  Then pull up a seat to the table with your favorite GBFFs and getcha set  --- it's time to paint!=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-Let The Boys of Painted Trash know your thoughts on this week's topics and episode! What street festivals do you attend? Do you like street fests? What is your favorite festival??Have a topic idea or story you recommend for Trash Talk, be sure to send it in to our email or through the "contact us" on our website.Follow us on:Instagram: instragram.com/paintedtrashpodTwitter: twitter.com/paintedtrashpodFacebook: facebookcom/paintedtrashpodcastDon't forget to click Subscribe and/or Follow and leave us a review!email: paintedtrashpodcast@gmail.comweb: www.paintedtrashpodcast.com

This episode we are joined by writer and producer Marco Pennette!  Marco is the book writer of Broadway's Death Becomes Her and received their first Tony nomination for it! Death Becomes Her marks Marco's Broadway debut after a very successful career as a writer and producer in the TV world. Here is to Marco making many more returns to the Broadway stage! We talk with Marco about how to came to write Death Becomes Her, him always wanting to write a musical (and how we hope to write more), plastic surgery and much more!

It's time, Broadway Besties! TONY TIME! Let's recap the snubs, surprises, favorite performances, and special moments. We have SO much to discuss from the Tony Awards and the latest Broadway News, so let's draw the curtain! 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

Send us a text"One of the greatest repositories of knowledge for singing and for performance in existence"What if you had 700 expert voice teaching tools at your fingertips—any time, any day?In this episode of This Is A Voice, Jeremy and Gillyanne get personal about the Vocal Process Learning Lounge — a powerhouse online resource designed for singing teachers, vocal coaches, choir leaders, and voice users.You'll hear how the Learning Lounge came to life, who it's for, and why it's become a go-to CPD (continuing professional development) hub with over 38 accredited hours and growing. #CPDforSingersWhether you want help with vowel tuning, stylistic coaching, teen voice changes, or even straw-based SOVT exercises — the Learning Lounge has it.Plus, discover how our live Q&As build real community, create a sounding board, and help teachers implement learning that very same day.Want to try it or ask a question? Visit https://vocalprocess.co.uk or drop us a message.Topics in this episode include:Bite-sized adult learning for busy singing teachersUsing reflection points instead of multiple choiceCPD certificates and lesson-ready contentLive community Q&As (with real teaching results)Bonus trainings from SLPs and guest expertsNew courses like “Creating a Safe Space” (polyvagal theory)

In this episode, Alexa shares 10 game-changing resources that have transformed her own practice as a singing teacher. From essential books and pitch apps to surprising finds, this episode is packed with fresh inspiration for teachers at every stage of their journey.Which resource could become your new secret weapon? Tune in to find out. About the presenter click HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Anatomy of Voice by Blandine Calais-Germain & Francois Germain  Training Contemporary Commercial Singers by Elizabeth Ann Benson   The Voice Teacher's Cookbook, Creative Recipes for Teachers of Singing by Brian Winnie SpeechPlusLanguage Etsy  Canva Ultimate Guitar musicaltheatreresources.com Stage Door Unlocked  Dr Dan's Voice Essentials  Vocal Pitch Monitor   ABOUT THE GUEST Alexa runs a singing tuition practice in the South of England, and is a singing tutor at one of the UK's leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she also regularly panels entry auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of the BAST Training Singing Teachers Talk podcast, mentors for the BAST Training Level 5 qualification, and has presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practise and The Sing Space.   SEE FULL BIO HERE Website Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoachingBAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

Send us a textTara and EmKay are thrilled to be joined by another Slipperhood guest, Hazel Gaynor, author of the brand new novel "Before Dorothy"! Hazel shares her experience dreaming up a novel centered around Aunt Em's life and backstory before Oz, writing Dorothy's parents, favorite parts about writing Oz, and so much more.Show Notes:Hazel Gaynor@mrscscozycraftsInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Andreas Wyder and Kate Obedzinski to dive into the iconic “What Is This Feeling”! Rabbit holes include Shiz student shout outs, the viral book dance, and so much more!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPwww.andreaswyder.comShiz University: How the ‘Wicked' Movie Built Oz's Epic School‘Wicked' Costume Designer Paul Tazewell on Creating Elphaba and Glinda Through FashionInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

“I would encourage you, as I do if you're an actor, to know your own equipment, know your own psychology, and use the great teachers that are synthesized in my favorite teacher's book, Moss, who I studied with later. There is a book called Intent to Live that distills down Uta Hagen, Stella Adler, Bobby Lewis, and Stanislavski. The great teachers at the Group Theatre believed that the method needed to be altered to be constructive rather than destructive to artists.David Milch's mind is so singular because he uses language in a way that defines character. That's what all good writers do: use language to get to the heart of something. He would use malapropisms to make up words, and Milch loved playing with that. As someone who played the love interest of such a unique character as Andy Sipowicz, I found it fascinating.Through Sylvia and David Milch's understanding, his wife humanized him. Sipowicz was portrayed as an addict, a very flawed human who had many addictions. David Milch is now suffering from Alzheimer's, so we won't get his words again. However, the words that he has to offer are timeless because he studied Robert Penn Warren and had many mentors throughout his vast literary education. That is key. I love speaking Noël Coward's words. As a bon vivant, he wrote musically, to charm us and amuse us. So going and reading Noël Coward is important for actors to learn those cadences and the musicality of a certain era. Of course, Shakespeare comes to mind. I also think of the female playwrights who delight me now, whether it's Caryl Churchill. She has that singular mind and plays with gender so well, challenging gender norms. Seeing ‘Cloud Nine' when I was in college blew my mind open because men were playing women and women were playing men. Of course, Shakespeare was doing it too, but her work felt more intimate; it was in a small theater. That's another thing I encourage actors and audiences to do: go see things in small theaters. See it up close because that will excite you and help you learn the craft.”Sharon Lawrence is an acclaimed actress best known for her Emmy-nominated, SAG Award-winning role as ADA Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue. She has delivered memorable performances in Desperate Housewives, Monk, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, Shameless, and Queen Sugar. On stage, she's earned praise for roles in The Shot (a one-woman play about the owner/publisher of the Washington Post, Katharine Graham), Orson's Shadow, and A Song at Twilight. Shestarred in Broadway revivals of Cabaret, Chicago, and Fiddler on the Roof. Her recent work includes the neo-Western series Joe Pickett, opposite Michael Dorman, and the films Solace with Anthony Hopkins and The Bridge Partner. Lawrence is also a dedicated advocate, serving on the boards of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, WeForShe, and Heal the Bay, and is a former Chair of the Women In Film Foundation.Episode Websitewww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram@sharonelawrence@creativeprocesspodcast

Send us a textTara and EmKay continue their journey into the bulk of season 6: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: Part I"! In this episode they are joined by Patreons Andreas Wyder and Kate Obedzinski to dive into the iconic “What Is This Feeling”! Rabbit holes include first roommate memories, reddit thread silliness, and so much more.Stay tuned for Part 2 dropping this Wednesday!Show notes:"Wicked The Musical" - The Movie (2024/2025) - DTYBPwww.andreaswyder.comInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us a textGOOD NEWS! The "Wicked: For Good" trailer is HERE and Tara and EmKay are diving into every single detail. Rabbit holes include favorite callbacks, potential theories, the Vanity Fair article, and more! Note: Wicked the Musical spoilers abound!Show Notes:Wicked: For Good Trailer: Toto, We're Not at Shiz AnymoreWicked: The Graphic Novel Part IMargaret Hamilton From Cleveland, Ohio to the Land of Oz by Don BillieInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Send us a textTara and EmKay will be performing in their first live pod show at Green Room 42 in NYC THIS MONTH! Come on down on Sunday, June 15th at 7pm or buy a ticket for the livestream - we'd LOVE to have you. Buy tickets here!Instagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz