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Kyra Belle Johnson originated and is currently playing the role of Belle in Disney's North American Tour of "Beauty and the Beast." Previously, Kyra played the role of Sophie in the Broadway National Tour of "Mamma Mia" and has been seen in films and on television in "Damned If You Do," "Role Play," and "FBI."A Los Angeles native, Kyra graduated from Texas State University, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. She continued her studies abroad, training at The Globe, Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust, and the Royal Shakespeare Company in the United Kingdom.Kyra is a beauty, inside and out, and we know you're going to love listening to this interview!Email: TheMouseAndMePodcast@gmail.comSupport: www.patreon.com/themouseandmeFB and Instagram: “The Mouse and Me”Music by Kevin MacLeod from https://incompetech.filmmusic.io
Send us Fan MailTara and EmKay begin their journey into the bulk of season 7: breaking down each scene of "Wicked: For Good"! In this pre-production episode, they share their favorite movie musical sequels, walk through a timeline leading up to the film's release, and so much more!Show notes:The Oz Vlog Tik TokThe “Wicked: For Good” Movie's Marketing Team Has No Chill When It Comes To Budget, So Here's Every Product, Collab, And Promotion They've Done So FarWicked Returning to Theaters with First Look at Sequel Wicked: For GoodJon M. Chu reveals what he added and changed in Wicked: For Good after first film's success — including a cameo@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik TokDrawn by BryanDrawn by Bryan RedBubbleDrawn by Bryan TeePublicInstagram: @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 ShraderDown the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz
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MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutWant some FREE TIPS???For Writers:Em's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/Flagship Musical Theatre Writing Workshop Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mt-writing-workshop-courseBook & Beyond Libretto Writing Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/book-and-beyond-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————————————————————————Em Radi (any/all) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, Musical Theatre Writing Coach, Musical Director, and the Founder of the Musical Theatre Writing Collective currently residing in New York City. They are an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop as a lyricist, and has written six 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. Em's original one-person show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin also played its premiere production at BVT in 2021. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a queer pop-punk adaptation of Hamlet, and a mother-daughter coming of age musical set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based loosely off of their family's history with the sport.Learn more about Em at their website:http://www.michaelradi.comEm'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 Em on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @emmy.radi @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 255! You might be asking yourself about this week's title; "What the hell do these two names have to do with one another?" Well the truth is not much...except that everyone is talking about these two on some level and as you might have guessed, Mark & Casey have some thoughts to share on both of them and you are not going to wanna miss whatever that might be!The week's episode has got truth telling, dancing beats, hilarity, discourse, and, even more than usual, f*ggotry!! This week The Boys are delving into what the hell is going on with Mitch? Is it life-support? Is the proof of life real? Who said what, when? What does it all mean?? It's a mess and the corruption and cover-up runs deep.And you knew it was coming... our Queen Mutha has released the album of the summer! It's bringing us all to the dance floor, dropping it down, and moving about. Madonna's released a new album onto the floor and it's a banger! Your GBFFs are breaking it down for you. The highs and the highs... cuz it's fantastic!Oh, and never you worry... there's a tea party for you too. Emmy, Oscar, and Bonnie. It's topical, it's salty, a hint of sweet, and it's piping hot!So put on a freshie under your clubbing outfit, pour yourself some deliciousness, and pull up a seat (doesn't have to be comfortable-- you won't be in it long once the music is going) to join 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
Send us Fan MailAmanda Stamm is a playwright and actress. She is an alumnus of Atlantic Acting School, the Summer Program at Stella Adler, and has a BFA in Musical Theatre from Nebraska Wesleyan University. She a founding member of Bluebird Theatre Company and currently serves as Director of Finance.For tickets to Significant Contacts at The Maker's Space in Brooklyn, New York from July 13th through July 16th, visit - https://makersensemble.org/the-makers-spaceFor links and resources mentioned in this episode -Blue Bird Theatre Co - https://www.bluebirdtheatre.orgThe Maker's Ensemble - https://makersensemble.org/homeWebsite and socials for Amanda Stamm -https://www.amandamaestamm.comIG - @amandamaestamm TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@amandastamm2Websites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through Los Angeles Collegiate Playwrights Festivalwww.losangelescollegiateplaywrightsfestival.com/services.htmlSupport the show
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What makes a performance truly believable? In this episode, Alexa is joined by fellow BAST teammate Molly Walsh to explore acting through song and the power of gesture mapping. Together they unpack practical acting techniques that help singers communicate emotion authentically, make purposeful physical choices, and create performances that are both vocally sustainable and dramatically compelling. From Meisner and SAVI techniques to storytelling and practical teaching strategies, this episode is packed with insights for singing teachers, vocal coaches, performers, and musical theatre students looking to bring any song to life. WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST? 2:58 Different acting techniques 7:34 Considerations for method acting 11:24 Inside-out vs Outside-in (& the SAVI technique) 14:01 Where you can find ‘acting through song' clues 20:19 Gesture mapping 38:45 The SAVI cards 47:42 Consonants 51:48 Facial expression & neurodiversity About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Practitioners Mentioned: Konstantin Stanislavski; Stella Adler; Uta Hagen; Sanford Meisner; Rudolf Laban; Lee Strasberg; Arthur Lessac; Viewpoints Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.221 How Knowing Musical Theatre History Makes You a Better Performer Ernie Losso The Savi Singing Actor by Charles Gilbert Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.109 Mastering ‘Acting Through Song Techniques to Elevate MT Performance Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.266 8 Tips to Make Belt Sound More Impressive Teach Voice by Chris Johnson Heidi Moss Erickson Kaya Herstad-Carney Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.155 Part One: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.156 Part Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice Studios ABOUT THE GUEST Molly Marie Walsh (BFA (Hons) Musical Theatre - Molly has had a professional performing career across the US and the UK. As a professional Musical Theatre Performer in the US: the National Tour of DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, and productions of WHITE CHRISTMAS, 42nd STREET, FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, OKLAHOMA! and INTO THE WOODS. and in the UK: Alan Menken's A CHRISTMAS CAROL, JEWISH LEGENDS, and THE MIKADO. She has been a Vocalist with a classical crossover group, ANCORA, and close-harmony Andrews Sisters trios THE MANHATTAN DOLLS (US), and currently in the UK, THE HONEYBIRDS. She has also been a creative consultant with writing team KANSLEY & LIDERT on their original musicals, CONFESSIONS and AUTUMN RHYTHM. She holds both a BFA in Musical Theatre from University of the Arts (US) and a BAST Level 5 Extended Diploma in Singing Teaching Skills. She is a singing tutor at Italia Conti, and a lecturer of history of dance and musical theatre at Urdang Academy, She has a passion for focusing on equality, inclusivity, curiosity, and decolonising the voice studio and our understanding of theatre history. Website
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MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutWant some FREE TIPS???For Writers:Em's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/Flagship Musical Theatre Writing Workshop Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mt-writing-workshop-courseBook & Beyond Libretto Writing Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/book-and-beyond-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————————————————————————Em Radi (any/all) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, Musical Theatre Writing Coach, Musical Director, and the Founder of the Musical Theatre Writing Collective currently residing in New York City. They are an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop as a lyricist, and has written six 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. Em's original one-person show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin also played its premiere production at BVT in 2021. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a queer pop-punk adaptation of Hamlet, and a mother-daughter coming of age musical set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based loosely off of their family's history with the sport.Learn more about Em at their website:http://www.michaelradi.comEm'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 Em on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @emmy.radi @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.
Paring Down: Realistic minimalism to live more intentionally
Here's what you'll find in this week's mini episode, a.k.a. Chai Chat! I answer: 1. How do you stay consistent with your attitude towards living with only what you need? 2. Tell us more about you doing musical theater! And who is your dream podcast guest? Listener recommendation of the week: Crime Junkie Podcast MENTIONED THIS EPISODE Elisabeth Beam: @balancingbeams Erin Port: @simplepurposefulliving Khrystyne Jaspers: @khrystynejaspers Episode 83: Making the Most of Our Space with Khrystyne Jaspers www.shannonleyko.com/decluttering-newsletter Episode 57: Should We Never Buy Anything Ever Again? Episode 71: How Growing Up in a Cult Made Me More Intentional PARING DOWN (SHANNON LEYKO): Sign up for my newsletter! The L.E.S.S. Express Website: www.shannonleyko.com Instagram: @shannonleyko TikTok: @shannon_leyko Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonleyko Facebook: www.facebook.com/shannonleyko.paringdown Substack: Blog & Additional Support (free trial!) TAKE THE QUIZ!! "What's Your Decluttering Type?" & receive a customized playlist with 10 episodes of Paring Down for your exact needs. PARING DOWN RESOURCES: CLICK HERE for free checklist, hacks, worksheet, & more! SPONSORS: $250 off Air Doctor Pro air purifier: https://airdoctorpro.com/ - Use code PARING Ethical, luxury women's clothing at Quince.com/paring for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Get 15% off your first order of organic bedsheets and more at Boll & Branch (https://BollAndBranch.com/paring) plus free shipping with code PARING Zenni Optical offers beautiful eye glasses starting at just $30- (https://zenni.com/PODCAST) use code PODCAST15 for 15% off your first order Green Chef is the leading sustainable meal kit - (https://Greenchef.com/50paring) use code 50paring to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months Make custom gifts with Zazzle - save 25% on your first order (https://Zazzle.com) K12 Powered Schools offers tuition-free virtual public school- Enroll online today (https://K12.com/paring) 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code PARING Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 261! So it's the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America declaring their Independence from Great Britain and King George singing, "You'll Be Back"! A lot has changed throughout the years, but perhaps none as dramatically nor as quickly as they have since January 2025. Many things are harder and more challenging. Some activities and and experiences you just can't have right now.In this week's Mid-section, you GBFFs are sitting down and talking about what foundations have been shaken, what actions and activities we struggle to perform. There are some things we are can't do that we used to be able to do. The shifts and changes... they come quick and in many cases unexpectedly. It's a topical, strange, and at times hilarious conversation painting the current state of the US of A as we celebrate the 4th of July!First though, it's a visit to The Tea Party and this week the tea is piping hot when Casey brings up a very secret and selective drug trial for a terminally ill patient; so selective in fact, only one 80 year old man who is the most powerful man in the world has access to it (it's Daddy Dumpy Pants). Then The Boys are reviewing and absolutely glorious painting by one trash right-wing Congressman during a committee hearing with the Post Master General. You won't believe who it was and what he had to say.This week's Trash Talk topics include a man going to extraordinary lengths to avoid paying the food tab at his local restaurant, an update on the UFC fighting trash, South Florida Pride gets homophobic, and has Lizzo been forgiven? how is her "return" album performing?All this and some fresh recommendations for you as well! So get yourself done up in your Uncle Same best, pour yourself a cup of red, white, and/or blue port vintage, then pull up a seat at the table to join your GBFFs. Get ready! 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
Want a more impressive belt? Before you search for another vocal exercise, you might want to question what you think makes great belting in the first place. In this episode, Alexa Terry shares eight thought-provoking ideas - some that might surprise you. About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS Amanda Flynn Voice Study Centre Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre Emily Kristen Morris Singing Teacher's Talk - Ep.200 The Secret to Powerful Belting and Seamless Mixing Sing Like Never Before by Justin Stoney of New York Vocal Coaching Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell Kerrie Obert Singing Teacher's Talk - Ep.151 How to Sing with Twang ABOUT THE GUEST Alexa is a singing teacher and vocal coach who runs her own singing tuition practice in the South of England. She is also a 1-1 singing tutor at one of the UK's leading performing arts schools – Italia Conti, where she regularly panels auditions and assessments. Alexa is the host of BAST Training's Singing Teachers Talk podcast, and is one of the mentors for their level 5 singing teaching qualification. [Text Wrapping Break][Text Wrapping Break]After graduating with a BA Musical Theatre degree, Alexa Terry donned her sailor's cap and performed as a lead soloist on cruise ships travelling the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Baltic seas. She trod the boards in London's West End as the protagonist in a new Musical Theatre project, studied as a librettist with Book, Music and Lyrics (BML), and has written for the likes of BritishTheatre.comas a reviewer. Alexa has also presented on topics of Musical Theatre repertoire, authentic Musical Theatre performance, and imposter syndrome for Vocology in Practice and The Sing Space; and at the BAST Intensive Weekend of Summer 2026, Alexa delivered talks in diagnosing and assessing voices and choosing repertoire to build technique. Website Instagram: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
We start Comfort and Joy with a return to one of our favorite musicals composed by the guy who wrote the Pina Colada song!!! Let's take a brief jaunt back down memory lane to talk about The Mystery of Edwin Drood!!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!
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Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 258! It's the height of "Pride Season" and you know what that means! Yes -- its time for the annual Painted Trash Podcast Trailblazer Honors! Similar to last year's honorees, Mark & Casey have got 2 true trailblazers they want to recognize and celebrate this year! We guarantee there's at least 2 surprises this year!This year marks the 3rd installment of LGBTQ+ trailblazers who have had tremendous impact in their respective field for their important impacts within the LGBTQ and global community. Each year The Boys review their list of potential honorees and add, subtract, multiply, and divide their lists deciding for themselves who is worthy of the honor. This year's class of honorees span a gamut of talents and accomplishments. Who will it be? Well you'll have to listen to find out!This week's Tea Party find The Boys sipping on some hot tea including the re-release of an American Classic in honor of the 250th birthday of the good ol' US of A; the UFC fighter who thinks he's a man by attacking a woman -- former first lady Michelle Obama; the PR nightmare continues as one of The Dump's failures seems to get worse by the minute.Trash Talk topics this week include what lengths a woman goes to just to not engage with other people. the luxury resort Maxine Jizzwell is holed up in, and a tour guide with outrageous stories to tell. All this PLUS a new review from a writer and recommendations too! So get on this, Kids! This one's sure to bring out your Pride for the community and have you grinning and laughing throughout. So pour yourself (or have your favorite bartender pour one for you) a delicious, festive glass of the port vintage of your choice and pull up a seat to the table with your GBFFs. Get ready -- 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
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Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 257! The Boys are back from their brief hiatus! And just in time too cuz it's Pride Season, y'all! Kicking off this year's festivities (yeah, yeah -- two weeks late, we know it) is a check-in on the state of Pride in the good old US of A. It may not be what you think.In this week's Mid-Section, your GBFFs are discussing where LGBTQIA+ issues including Pride parades, Corporate Pride, and in States from coast to coast. What are the driving factors? What can we do about it besides shrugging our shoulders? That's what's up in the Middie this week.During this week's Tea Party, Mark is fired up about September. It's concerts, concerts, concerts... all mid-month. How is this happening? And Casey is spilling all the tea on secret Situation Room Meetings of trash and also, Aliens on earth? And they ain't talking about immigration!Trash Talk topics this week include a tricky buffet lover gets denied; privileged, off the grid island living when it all falls apart; and creating herself a new gig at her local CostCo.Oh yes, you best believe The Boys have get you set up with some good recommendations as well.It's a Pride, Kids, and lets find the Pride amongst the messed diapers surrounding us so we deserve to laugh and be informed. So pour yourself a colorful port vintage today, put on a festive outfit, 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
Stephen Cole is returning to StoryBeat for the third time. He's an award-winning musical theatre writer whose musicals have spanned the globe.Stephen's first production was Dodsworth starring Hal Linden. His Off-Broadway musicals include After the Fair, The Road to Qatar and Inventing Mary Martin. He won the prestigious Kleban Award for The Night of the Hunter. And Saturday Night at Grossinger's had successful runs in Dallas, LA, Florida, and Sonoma.Broadway legend Chita Rivera toured in Casper, which was reborn as Casper-The Friendly Musical. Merman's Apprentice, premiered at Birdland in New York and won the San Francisco Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Score. Stephen's latest musical, Goin' Hollywood, had its world premiere at WaterTower Theatre in Texas.His published books include That Book About That Girl, I Could Have Sung All Night, and MARY & ETHEL…and Mikey Who? which we talked about during Stephen's last appearance on this show. His current theatrical memoir, Camelton, also doubles as his one-man show, which played to sold-out crowds in New York.I've read Camelton, and can tell you it's a terrifically entertaining account of Stephen's extraordinarily challenging time writing a musical celebration for the Emir of Qatar. His reminiscence captures all the crazy sturm und drang of creating a massive musical under commission in a foreign land.
The arrival of Summer means that the start of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe is looming, and after multiple requests I'm finally sharing my biggest guide to this year's plays and musicals ever!As well as sharing every production that caught me eye, and letting you know when and where you can find it, I'm affording a MickeyJo seal of approval both to shows I can already vouch for, and those I'm most confidently anticipating.Check out my picks for this year's Festival Fringe, stay tuned for my coverage, and share your own recommendations in the comments!check out Mickey-Jo's free substack newsletter:www.mickeyjotheatre.substack.comAbout 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 95,000 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.
All things Musical Theatre with the Team!
All things Musical Theatre with the Team!
MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutWant some FREE TIPS???For Writers:Em's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/Flagship Musical Theatre Writing Workshop Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mt-writing-workshop-courseBook & Beyond Libretto Writing Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/book-and-beyond-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————————————————————————Em Radi (any/all) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, Musical Theatre Writing Coach, Musical Director, and the Founder of the Musical Theatre Writing Collective currently residing in New York City. They are an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop as a lyricist, and has written six 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. Em's original one-person show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin also played its premiere production at BVT in 2021. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a queer pop-punk adaptation of Hamlet, and a mother-daughter coming of age musical set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based loosely off of their family's history with the sport.Learn more about Em at their website:http://www.michaelradi.comEm'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 Em on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @emmy.radi @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre brings opera, musicals, concerts and arts education to northern Utah each summer. Their work supports students, performers, tourism and the local community through meaningful artistic experiences. Associate Artistic Director and Education Director, Vanessa Ballam, joins us with more. Vanessa Ballam: Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre celebrates over three decades of extraordinary storytelling with our vibrant 2026 summer season, running in June and July in Logan, Utah. Founded by Michael Ballam, the festival presents thrilling productions and unforgettable performances. Highlights at the Ellen Eccles Theatre include 1776, featuring Michael Ballam, and The Pirates of Penzance. At the Utah Theatre, don't miss The Last 5 Years, alongside Scalia/Ginsburg & Trial by Jury — sharp, witty and musically dazzling. From grand operatic moments to intimate musical theatre, our stages offer world-class voices, lush orchestration and striking design. Perfect for families, art lovers and community groups, season tickets and flexible packages make attendance easy. Join us for classes, free concerts and unforgettable summer evenings in beautiful Cache Valley. Visit UFOMT.org or call the box office to reserve your seats and be a part of this Logan tradition. Derek Miller: Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre helps make Utah a more vibrant place to live by bringing powerful performances and arts education across the state. Their work continues to strengthen Utah's appreciation for the arts. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 6/2/26
You've been added to the group chat. Each week we invite our celebrity guests into the group chat and ask them your questions. Quick fire questions, honest answers. Anything goes in the group chat. This week we're sliding into the DMs with Dame Elaine Paige, the First Lady of Musical Theatre. She reveals why she absolutely cannot stand group chats, being silly with Freddie Mercury, and her top advice for acing an audition. She also opens up about the pantomime she swore she'd never do, which turned out to be her final ever performance on stage. Oh, and Josh's fiance Tom makes a special appearance via voice note. A big day for the household. Elaine's album Miscellaneous Paige is out July 17th and her single Only A Lifetime is out now
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Send us Fan MailGuests - Robb Gibbs, Brittni Johnson, and Anonymous SubmissionsHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorTo close out Season 7 of Making the Impact, we are getting real about the often unspoken truths in the dance competition judging space. Veteran IDA judges Robb Gibbs and Brittni Johnson, as well as anonymous submissions from judges around the country, share what it can really be like during those long weekends behind the table. Spoiler alert - sometimes it's not pretty. This is the first episode of a two episode series, so stay tuned for part 2 releasing as a summer bonus episode in June!Topics Include:Discussing the reasons we love judging - and the reasons that it becomes harder and harder each seasonTravel nightmares and lodging snafus - all to save a dollarThe realities of trying to stay true to your values while adhering to company policiesHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceRobb Gibbs - @robb.gibbsBrittni Johnson - @being_brittni, @alignment.in.danceCheck out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 256 of Painted Trash Podcast: Your LGBTQIA+ Podcast of Hilarity, F*ggotry, and Discourse! Despite his aversion to horror content, Mark was seated with Casey earlier this week to view the new horror film, Obsession, now playing in theatres. Following the showing of the new film, The Boys got to talking about obsessions and how those show up in people's lives including theirs! And what are The Boys obsessed with (or who)? What famous obsession the world may know and then Mark & Casey discuss what happens with things become physical. It's the type of discussion you'd expect with your GBFFs on a somewhat taboo subject. As you might have guessed -- the laughs ensue even when the humor goes more than "blue". First, in this week's Tea Party, Casey's got a mug full of piping hot tea on the sloppy performance by the host during the recent live broadcast of the finale of Survivor Season 50. After 25 years of hosting, you'd think Jeff would know you don't wanna break the mystique of the segments not yet aired. So why did he? Casey knows and he's giving you the tea! Then Mark is giving us the deets on a recent murder and attempted suicide in the gay and fetish community in Chicago. It's a shocking situation and if the tea's as piping hot as it seems, it's gonna make for a scalding hot docuseries! And hint: this story is a perfect lead in for the Midsection!Trash Talk topics this week cover Roseanne's threat to leave California, how is it possible Spencer Pratt may have a legitimate shot at becoming Mayor of Los Angeles, and closing things out-- apparently the $1.7 billion dollar slush fun isn't enough for Dump '47, now the Orange Thief in charge is trying to make sure he never has to pay taxes despite the hundreds of billions he made since getting back into the White House.Oh, and yes, there's recommendations too! This one chocked full with topical discussion, hot tea, hilarity, and even some discourse. So grab a full glass of your tasty port vintage of choice, check your diaper and getcha a fresh one, and pull up a seat at the table with your GBFFs to talk sh*t. 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
From an unknown actress to the First Lady of Musical Theatre, Dame Elaine Paige's story is one of the great showbusiness journeys. Eighteen years of auditions, rejection, and near-quitting before one role changed her life overnight. In this chat with Josh, Elaine opens up about the chaos that happened when the world found out she'd been cast in Evita, how she escaped a pack of journalists who chased her down the street, and the moment she burst into tears telling her mum she didn't want the fame that came with it. She tells the extraordinary story of how she came to perform the iconic song Memory in Cats, and taking to the stage in Sunset Boulevard only a few hours after recovering from breast cancer surgery. She also reflects on meeting actress Rachel Zegler who took on Elaine's famous role in Evita, the life-changing wisdom Stephen Sondheim passed on to her, and why she thinks music and arts in state schools should be everybody's urgent priority. Oh, and she has a copy of her 23rd solo album, Miscellaneous Paige on its way to Buckingham Palace for the King. Elaine's album Miscellaneous Paige is out July 17th and her single Only A Lifetime is out now
Congratulations, Graduates! As we close out Mental Health Awareness Month, our host and founder, Yoli Tamu invites you to pause and reflect on the difference between performing for approval and living with purpose. Using her personal freshman-year story as the backdrop, she explores how boredom, peer pressure, and the desire to fit in can quietly shape our choices if we're not paying attention. If you have ever felt caught between image and authenticity, this episode will challenge you to look beneath the surface, trust your values, and choose a more intentional way of living. Yoli completed her M.Ed. in Cross-Cultural Teaching at National University, and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre at Howard University in Washington, DC. She has fused her thirst for creativity and entrepreneurship with 25 years as a resolute educator/motivator, podcast host, speaker, author, and recording artist. In August 2020, Yoil created The Back to Me Podcast: College and Beyond-a weekly podcast that she also hosts and serves as Executive Producer. In her weekly thirty-minute shows, Yoli seamlessly shares enlightening, engaging, and entertaining conversations that feature monthly themes and a wide array of special guests from different social classes and professions. Her arsenal of talents also includes developing a professional career as a songwriter/singer, live performer, independently publishing a book as an author, and working as a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) coach. To learn more about Yoli's college journey, check out her self-published book, “Back to Me: A Devotional Walk for the College Freshman Woman” and visit our website at TheBacktoMePodcast.com.
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Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 255! It's just about Memorial Day which marks the unofficial start of summer, y'al! That means blockbusters are coming into view and big budgets are on full display. lThe Boys have been making their lists and editing to constantly be refreshing as announcements come for one of the highs of the year-- the summer movie docket. And this year's docket is full! That's right -- its the annual episode from your GBFFs, taking a look at the summer movie season. This year has got a lot going on and several blockbuster and big budget feature films playing on the silver screens near you and around the US of A. From new entries from storied franchises, to Marvel, to celeb directors and actors. this summer there are bound to be a few fan favorite films driving audiences into theatres to beat the heat! But what are they and will you catch your GBFFs seated for it?? Well... you'll have to take a listen to know for sure.Kicking things off this week in the Tea Party, Casey is spilling his tea on the celeb who recently brought the chaos at her dinner out and she doesn't seem to be doing well. And Mark is spilling all the tea on the recent developments from the promised in-depth review of the Chicago Jeff Awards (theatre) practices and standards.In Trash Talk this week, it's a shorty but a goodie as The Boys are discussing a 1.5 billion dollar slush fund created for Dump allies who file a complaint they "were wronged" by Democrats, and there's a what?? a Trump phone, you say?? The wait is almost over and you won't believe what buyers will be receiving.All of this and Casey & Mark have recommendations too! Pour yourself a full glass of colorful port vintage, won't you?? And pull up a seat next to your GBFFs and get ready... because 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
In this episode of On The Aisle, Tom Alvarez talks with Kenny Shepard and Carol Worcel about their hit “ESC Burlesque” show in Carmel—a modern, Vegas-style take on burlesque featuring trained musical theater performers. The show blends comedy, music, and dance while celebrating confidence and artistry across all ages.They also share stories from their careers in theater, choreography, and directing, and reflect on their strong creative partnership built on trust and collaboration. The conversation highlights the growth of Indiana's arts scene and encourages aspiring performers to build sustainable careers doing what they love—wherever they are.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send us Fan MailGuests - Summer Aiello & Shannon ThomasHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorOur final throwback episode is one for the dance moms out there! Being a dance parent requires learning a lot of new information, from theatre etiquette to competition structures. But one thing that's not covered in any studio handbook is how not to be a stage mom. Join studio owner Shannon Thomas and veteran dance mom Summer Aiello for this informative chat! This episode originally aired on March 24, 2022. Topics Include:Understanding boundaries between your dancer and your studio ownerLearning what is acceptable dance parent behaviorHow to stay involved without pushing limitsHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceSummer @SummerbelliesShannon @legacydance386This episode is sponsored by:Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Join our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show
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Send us Fan MailGuests - Lynne McNelis and Jennifer LobaitoHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 267 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, two former dancers join us to chat about what it's like to raise competitive dancers in this new era in the industry. From memories of "the good old days" to current challenges and joys, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Topics Include: The search for the right dance studio Differences between the old generation and the new generation of dancersSetting your dancer up for what success looks like for them using your knowledge of danceHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceLynne McNelis - @lynnemcnelisJennifer Lobaito - @Dancefixwithjenn This episode is sponsored by:Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24 hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! Check out IDA affiliated competition True Dance Challenge! www.truedancechallenge.comJoin our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 254 - Gays At The Rodeo! This week The Boys are giving you content in your stream in a slightly abbreviated format as Casey & Mark navigate the challenges of the week and Casey seeing queer music sensation, Mika, in concert.Everyone knows the saying "Save a horse, ride a cowboy!" Well this week, one of your GBFFs wanted to see if the saying had some seeds planted in reality and experienced --- at the gay rodeo!That's right! This week during the Tea Party, Mark is giving us all the lowdown on his day at Hot Rodeo! After the most recent season of RuPaul's Drag Race had it's annual makeover episode, it was clear -- a day at the rodeo had to be planned -- well the gay rodeo! From the competitive events, to the trade, to the food, and to the after hours, you're gonna hear bout it. For his tea party, Casey's got some good news and some bad news. Luckily he started with the billion dollar ballroom and closed up with actual hate crime laws on the books in the UK.Moving directly intro Trash Talk, Mark kicks things off educationally, telling us a new troublesome side effect of straining while popping a squat. Next, Casey opens the library for a strong read on a high profile critic of this year's Met Gala-- sponsored in part by Jeff Bezos. First they got read to filth on Legendary and now been lit up on Painted Trash Podcast! To close out this week's Trash Talk, a school resource officer misplaces his gun while using his employer's public toilet.And, oh yes, there's recommendations too! This one is a goodie for your stream! So pour you a flavorful, colorful port vintage and pull up a seat to the table to join your BFFs for a visit and a tea session. Get ready! 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
Send us Fan MailCara Sullivan drops in to discuss her journey as a Theater Director, her role at Athens Creative Theater, and some upcoming shows including a Shakespeare in the Park production. You can find info about upcoming shows at:https://www.accgov.com/646/ShowsBIO: Cara Rose Sullivan is the Program Specialist (Artistic Director) for Athens Creative Theatre. Cara holds an MFA in Theatre Directing from the East 15 Acting School at the University of Essex and a BFA in Musical Theatre from Young Harris College. A lifelong theatre artist, she has been in the performing arts since the age of seven and continues to find her greatest sense of home within the theatre community. Though new to the Athens arts scene, she is thrilled to collaborate with such a passionate creative community. Her recent directing credits include Sylvia, Stonewater Rapture, Sucker Punch, Appropriate (Co-Director), and most recently One Man, Two Guvnors with Athens Creative Theatre, among others. Outside of the theatre, Cara enjoys film, reading, and spending quiet time at home with her beloved dog, Hugo. She extends heartfelt gratitude to her parents, Jackie and Charlie, whose encouragement and presence at every performance have made this journey possible.About ACT: Athens Creative Theatre (ACT) has been a cornerstone of the Athens community for over 60 years, enriching lives through the power of performance and storytelling. Established in 1966 by University of Georgia Drama professor Jane Quinn, ACT began as part of UGA's Children's Theatre and Creative Dramatics classes. These early programs not only nurtured young talent but also provided invaluable hands-on training for graduate students pursuing master's degrees in Children's Theatre. Each student-director led a full production, featuring a child cast performing for young audiences—a tradition of mentorship and creativity that remains at the heart of ACT today.Since those humble beginnings, ACT has evolved into a vital cultural and educational asset in the Athens area. After being adopted by the City of Athens' Leisure Services Department, the theatre expanded its offerings beyond youth productions to include community and university participants. In 2004, Quinn Hall at Memorial Park was dedicated to Athens Creative Theatre and productions also take place at the beautifully restored Morton Theatre in Downtown Athens, where ACT continues to delight audiences with mainstage performances. Seasonally, ACT offers a diverse range of classes and workshops for a variety of ages. Every summer, the theatre hosts multiple theatre camps for students entering grades three through twelve, providing a fun and formative experience in the performing arts.ACT operates as a proud unit of the Arts Division within the Athens-Clarke County Department of Leisure Services. Despite receiving administrative and technical support, ACT thrives as a largely volunteer-driven organization. Community members are invited to contribute their talents in every aspect of theatre—actors, ushers, musicians, designers, builders, designers, choreography, directing, stage management, and front-of-house operations.The ACT team includes: Cara Rose Sullivan, Artistic Director and Program Specialist, Paige Baugher, Stage Manager and Program Leader, and Jeremy Miller, Scenic Artist.
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 253! You have come on a good day because your GBFFs are in rare form this week. If you're a regular listener (even semi-regular) you know The Boys are music aficionados and live for a quality vocal -- regardless of genre. Often with very strong and unabashed opinion. So imagine the reaction when a popular blog/ publication put out their list of top vocals!!That's right! This week Mark & Casey are reviewing the latest released list of the top 100 vocalists of all time. To say it's problematic on some levels is to put it kindly, but there are some wonderful surprises too! So it's not all trash! But you'd best believe what is trash on the list is getting read. That's right -- to the library with 'em! Also, The Boys are giving you some insight as to who makes their tops on their "definitive" lists.Kicking things off though, at this week's Tea Party, Mark is telling you about alternative treatments at the chiropractor which don't involve intense cracking, offering better, deeper relief; and Casey is spilling the tea on Madonna's new marketing tactic aimed at gays and their platforms -- hint: it ain't the kind with heels.In Trash Talk this week The Boys are painting a planned campaign for a potential Oscar nominee; 86-45,,, these numbers got someone indicted as a terrorist threat (what trash!), and if you're planning to visit one of the most holy temples in India, be prepared... you'll need to prove you're a believer and you won't believe how.All this and a shared recommendation?? Well, you certainly don't wanna miss this one! So fill up a tall glass of port vintage, put on a fresh diaper, and pull up a seat to the table with your GBFFs as they discuss the happenings in the headlines and pop culture. 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
In this episode, Alexa dives into the often-misunderstood world of legit musical theatre singing, unpacking what the style really means, why so many performers feel lost when approaching it, and how teachers can guide singers through the journey with confidence. From Golden Age roots to contemporary legit crossovers, she explores key vocal characteristics, common challenges, and practical repertoire suggestions to help singers build versatility without overwhelm. WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST 0:42 Defining ‘legit' 4:16 Common technical challenges 5:44 10+ ‘legit' song ideas About the presenter HERE RELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKS musicnotes.com So You Want To Sing Musical Theatre by Amanda Flynn NATS Singing Teachers Talk - Ep.133 Mastering Belt in Musical Theatre 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 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: @AlexaTerryVocalCoaching
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MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE: https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutWant some FREE TIPS???For Writers:Em's TOP 10 STRUCTURE TIPS - https://michael-radi.mykajabi.com/structure-tips-email—————————————————————————————****GO EVEN DEEPER WITH…****For WRITERS:MUSICAL THEATRE WRITING COLLECTIVE:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mtwc-aboutLibretto Formatting Guide:https://michaelradi.thrivecart.com/libretto-formatting-guide/Flagship Musical Theatre Writing Workshop Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/mt-writing-workshop-courseBook & Beyond Libretto Writing Course:https://www.musicaltheatrewritingcollective.com/book-and-beyond-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————————————————————————Em Radi (any/all) is a Composer-Lyricist, Librettist, Performer, Vocal Coach, Musical Theatre Writing Coach, Musical Director, and the Founder of the Musical Theatre Writing Collective currently residing in New York City. They are an alumnus of the esteemed Lehman Engel BMI Musical Theatre Workshop as a lyricist, and has written six 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. Em's original one-person show 'S Wonderful: An Evening with George Gershwin also played its premiere production at BVT in 2021. Other current projects include a musical adaptation of The Legend Of Sleepy Hollow, a queer pop-punk adaptation of Hamlet, and a mother-daughter coming of age musical set in the world of competitive baton twirling, based loosely off of their family's history with the sport.Learn more about Em at their website:http://www.michaelradi.comEm'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 Em on…FB: https://www.facebook.com/michael.radi.54IG: @emmy.radi @mtwriterguyTW: @MichaelRadi88TT: @michaelradi—————————————————————————————Musical Theatre Writer Guy was written and recorded on traditional and unceded territory of the Munsee Lenape and Canarsie People.
Welcome back!!! Matt and David had a really rough start to 2026, hence why we haven't been uploading episodes. We're back and we're looking to sit down and talk about more shows but first, we wanted to catch up and talk about shows that we find comforting right now. Content Warning: there's a long conversation of grief on both of our ends. Both of us have lost family members in the past few months. If you'd like to skip this, please go to 16:00 (we put an ad break so if you find an ad you're at the right spot!).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!
Jamaal Fields-Green is a multi-hyphenate talent, with experience and accolades across acting, singing, writing, and directing. A Musical Theatre graduate, Jamaal refined his theatrical skills and began to craft his identity as an artist during his time at the prestigious Hartt School. Most recently, he starred as Michael Jackson in MJ the Musical on the West End. A globally recognised role, Jamaal's portrayal showcases his ability to embody a character and is a testament to his deep understanding of his craft across music and acting. Prior to MJ the Musical, Jamaal brought to life the characters of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the Chicago company's rendition of Hamilton: An American Musical and appeared on TV with appearances on Freeform's That Thing About Harry and Chicago PD. Beyond acting, Jamaal wrote and directed an award-winning short film - The Inevitable - and recently released an EP of original songs titled ‘What Was the Reason'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this College Deep Dive, Assistant Professor and Head of Musical Theatre at Ohio Northern University Tim McGarrigal and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy Discuss: ONU's flexible curriculum How students balance their degrees, double majors, multiple minors etc. How ONU prepares students to go out into the business after graduation ONU's emphasis on community 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.com], 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
Send us Fan MailWelcome to Episode 250! SCOTUS is supposedly part of the checks and balances built into the United States Government. Their history over the last several years has been marred by scandals, inappropriate commentary, as well as both lazy and shocking rulings. They have given POTUS unchecked power, created law and precedence based on fake cases, and now they are allowing a dangerous practice to resume throughout the United States --- conversion therapy.Truth be told, this one is not actually that much of a shock. The recent ruling on allowing conversion therapy was both horrifying but also intensely thoughtful it would seem. This week The Boys are discussing the practice of conversion therapy, implications of the ruling, and the one sole dissenter, who in a big move, read her 10 page dissent in open court --- and it was powerful! Not enough people are talking about this and the implications for conversion therapy being allowed again.But first, you're joining your GBFFs at the Tea Pahty this week as Mark is spilling the tea on how he got his dinner out for free and the war in Iran's summary of the Dump's messaging on how it's going and what's the plan moving forward.In Trash Talk this week, Judge Jeanine Pirro's dirty diaper is showing, a paper products factory is targeted for not paying a living wage, there's one less candidate in the Senate seat race in Minnesota, and a viewer shares the latest "themed event" which fell very short.Your GBFFs have missed you these last couple of weeks, but they are back an celebrating with you in this all new, slightly extended, all new episode of the type of quality content you've come to expect. So pour yourself a fancy glass of port vintage, pull up a seat at the table to join your GBFFs as they discuss the zeitgeist that is current pop culture and make it colorful! 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
I am very pleased to share with you part one of my recent conversation with authors Paige Allan and Stacy Wolf about their fascinating new book, Feminist Approaches to Musical Theater. Paige Allen is a writer, researcher, and storyteller. She holds a Masters degree in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the Oxford University of and an BA in English from Princeton University, USA. Stacy Wolf is Professor of Theater and American Studies at Princeton University and is the author of the acclaimed books Changed for Good: A Feminist History of the Broadway Musical and A Problem Like Maria: Gender and Sexuality in the American Musical. Long-time listeners will remember Stacy from Episodes 44 and 45 of Broadway Nation, in which we talked about her book Beyond Broadway: The Pleasure and Promise of Musical Theatre Across America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Book by James Lapine Works Consulted & Reference : Sunday in the Park Withe George (Original Libretto) by James Lapine & Stephen Sondheim Look, I Made A Hat by Stephen Sondheim Putting It Together by James Lapine Music 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 "Finishing the Hat" from Sunday in the Park With George (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Performed by Mandy Patinkin "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
Guests - Erin Alvarado and Kristin DanielHosted By - Courtney Ortiz and Lesley MealorIn Episode 259 of Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast, LSU Tiger Girls choreographer Kristin Daniel and Texas Tech dance team coach and dance faculty member Erin Alvarado school us on the similarities and differences between dancing at a studio and being a part of a dance team. Topics Include: How studio training can inform your college dance team experience The realities of college dance team training Tips for the audition processHelp support our podcast! Join Making The Impact's Platinum Premium Subscription today! Your membership includes:Monthly Q&A episodes released to members onlyPriority to have your questions answered each month on the live Q&A.Ad-free listening for all of Seasons 4 through 7. No sponsored ads!20% off all IDA MerchandiseExclusive bonus content released throughout the yearDiscounted IDA Online CritiqueGroup Zoom check-ins 3x per season with Courtney Ortiz!Your support helps us produce future episodes of Making The Impact for years to come!Making The Impact's Platinum Premium - Sign up now for only $5/month!Follow your Hosts & Guests!Courtney Ortiz - @courtney.ortizLesley Mealor - @miss.lesley.danceErin Alvarado - @erinmalvaradoKristin Daniel - @KristinDanielCheck out some of the routines we mentioned in the episode!Oops!...I Did It Again - Kristin Daniel choreo, LSU Jazz Finals 2026Are You That Somebody - Kristin Danciel choreo, LSU 2024This episode is sponsored by:Check out our service: IDA Online Judge's CritiquesSend us a video of your dance and an IDA Judge will critique your routine! You can request a genre-specific specialty judge or add on 10 minutes of additional feedback. 24-hour rush delivery available! Submit your video now! IDA-affiliated competition Uproar Dance Competition!Visit their website for more info on their 2026 seasonJoin our FREE Facebook Group and connect with us! Making The Impact - A Dance Competition Podcast Community Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! We would love to hear from you! Join our Newsletter for weekly episode releases straight to your inbox! Follow Impact Dance Adjudicators on social media @impactdanceadjudicators and for a list of IDA Affiliated dance competitions, visit our website at www.impactdanceadjudicators.comSupport the show
Today's guest is one of the fastest-rising voices in modern country — a songwriter whose honesty, wit, and emotional precision have turned deeply personal stories into songs heard everywhere. She just became the 10th woman of the century to top the Billboard 200.Before the sold-out shows and chart-topping records, she was a college student playing small gigs with her dad and brother, trying to figure out where music might fit into her life.One honest song at a time, she began building a catalog that feels both timeless and unmistakably her own.Now, with a growing fanbase and a string of hits helping shape the sound of modern country, she's writing the next chapter of her career in real time.And The Writer Is… Megan Moroney!In this episode of And The Writer Is… Megan opens up about:• The unexpected moment that pushed her toward learning guitar• Growing up around music and playing early shows with her family• The traumatic accident that jumpstarted her music career• Finding her voice in the Nashville songwriting community• Why honesty and humor are essential to her writing• How she stood out in early co-writes• And much more…Hit subscribe and turn on notifications.Every week, we go deep with the most interesting creatives in music.Follow us on socials: @andthewriterisA special thank you to our sponsors…Our lead sponsor, NMPA — the National Music Publishing Association. Your support means the world to us.And @splice — the best sample library on the market. Period.Chapters0:00 Intro5:00 Moving to Nashville: The First Steps6:00 Working in the Music Industry Before Releasing Music7:00 The Advice That Started Her Career10:00 Growing Up Around Music in Georgia13:50 “I Went to School to Be an Accountant”16:30 Musical Theatre and Feeling Out of Place18:56 The Accident That Started Everything24:01 The Sorority Event That Led to Georgia Theatre32:25 Learning the Business of Music in School33:00 The Internship That Changed Everything35:00 Creating the Tennessee Orange Cover Art on Her Phone38:45 Writing Every Day and Building a Network in Nashville40:20 NMPA — Our Lead Sponsor This Season41:00 Splice41:45 The Story of Tennessee Orange45:50 How Influencing Helped Pay the Bills47:10 Megan's Writing Process52:15 Exploring the Studio54:10 Working With Ed Sheeran58:42 A Full-Circle Moment With Kacey Musgraves1:09:00 The Story of “Beautiful Things”1:15:55 Rapid Fire1:21:26 Megan Gives the Podcast FlowersHosted by Ross GolanProduced by Joe London & Jad SaadEdited by Jad SaadPost-Production VFX by Pratik KarkiWatercolor Art by Michael White Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.