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Rachel Potter, an acclaimed Broadway star and accomplished Nashville Recording artist, has been recognized by US Weekly as "One to Watch" and praised by the Hollywood Reporter for her "crystalline vocals." With a successful career in both musical theater and country music, Rachel has showcased her talent on stages of all sizes. Rachel's impressive resume includes her turn as the ever “popular” Glinda u/s on the National Tour of Wicked. Next, she made her Broadway debut as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, where she shared the stage with Bebe Neuwirth and Brooke Shields as Morticia. She then went on to originate the role of the Mistress in the Tony Nominated revival of Evita, alongside Ricky Martin and Michael Cerveris. Her standout performance on the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the production, singing the poignant song "Another Suitcase in Another Hall," further solidified her place in the Broadway community. Residing in Nashville, TN, Rachel remains focused on recording and writing music, as well as enjoying a successful career in real estate. Balancing her professional endeavors with her most important role as “mommy” to Jude, Elliot, and Myla, Rachel's passion for music and family shines through in all aspects of her life. Stay connected with Rachel on social media @therachelpotter.
The new play "John Proctor is the Villain" earned seven Tony nominations, including Best Play and a Best Direction of a Play nomination for director Danya Taymor. Taymor, playwright Kimberly Belflower, and actor Amalia Yoo discuss the show, which follows a group of high school girls in rural Georgia grappling with the ways the Me Too movement has affected their own lives.
Today's episode features actor Devin Kawaoka discussing his career trajectory, from competitive ski racing to acting, and his experiences landing roles in Slave Play, Chicago Med, and Shrinking. He details how his athletic training fed into his acting training, the challenges of transitioning from theater to film, and the importance of self-belief and preparation. Kawaoka emphasizes the collaborative nature of acting, particularly in ensemble television shows, highlighting the importance of supporting fellow actors and understanding the dynamics of a set. He shares insights into the audition process, including self-tapes and chemistry reads, and reflects on the unique opportunities and challenges of recurring roles. Finally, he discusses his approach to improvisation and his professional growth, emphasizing incremental progress and the value of continuous learning. These are the unforgettable stories that landed Devin Kawaoka right here. Credits: Shrinking Chicago Med Marvel's "The Runaways" Lucifer Criminal Minds Goliath Good Trouble American Housewife The Path Under the Silver Lake GUEST LINKS: IMDB: Devin Kawaoka, Actor, Producer THAT ONE AUDITION'S LINKS: For exclusive content surrounding this and all podcast episodes, sign up for our amazing newsletter at AlyshiaOchse.com. And don't forget to snap and post a photo while listening to the show and tag me: @alyshiaochse & @thatoneaudition CASTING WORKBOOK SELF-TAPE KIT: LA ACTORS - Self Tape Kit THE BRIDGE FOR ACTORS: Become a WORKING ACTOR THE PRACTICE TRACK: Membership to Practice Weekly PATREON: @thatoneaudition CONSULTING: Get 1-on-1 advice for your acting career from Alyshia Ochse COACHING: Get personalized coaching from Alyshia on your next audition or role INSTAGRAM: @alyshiaochse INSTAGRAM: @thatoneaudition WEBSITE: AlyshiaOchse.com ITUNES: Subscribe to That One Audition on iTunes SPOTIFY: Subscribe to That One Audition on Spotify STITCHER: Subscribe to That One Audition on Stitcher EPISODE CREDITS: WRITER: Erin McCluskey WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings ASSISTANT: Elle Powell SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
On this episode of On the Rocks, curtain up as we welcome Emmy-winning writer, Tony-nominated actor, playwright, director, and lyricist Kevin Del Aguila as we chat about his life on Broadway, his view on writing for youth, the evolution of diversity and inclusivity in the theatre, a behind the scenes look at his time in Broadway's Some Like It Hot, his current role as the Wizard in Once Upon A Mattress, and more…with guest co-host Broadway guru Michael Ferrera and your host, Alexander Rodriguez. Raise a glass, it's On the Rocks!
Rachel Potter, an acclaimed Broadway star and accomplished Nashville Recording artist, has been recognized by US Weekly as "One to Watch" and praised by the Hollywood Reporter for her "crystalline vocals." With a successful career in both musical theater and country music, Rachel has showcased her talent on stages of all sizes. Rachel's impressive resume includes her turn as the ever “popular” Glinda u/s on the National Tour of Wicked. Next, she made her Broadway debut as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, where she shared the stage with Bebe Neuwirth and Brooke Shields as Morticia. She then went on to originate the role of the Mistress in the Tony Nominated revival of Evita, alongside Ricky Martin and Michael Cerveris. Her standout performance on the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the production, singing the poignant song "Another Suitcase in Another Hall," further solidified her place in the Broadway community. Hailing from St. Petersburg, Florida, Rachel's journey in the entertainment industry began on at Walt Disney World, where she portrayed iconic characters such as Ariel, Belle, and Nemo. She later gained national attention as a top 15 finalist on MTV's Legally Blonde: The Search for Elle Woods.Transitioning from Broadway to Nashville, Rachel pursued her passion for country music and achieved success as a Top 12 finalist on season 3 of FOX's The X Factor. Her audition with her version of Queen's "Somebody to Love" earned international praise, and continues to amass millions of views since the season aired 10 years ago. The song is featured on her solo album, "Not So Black and White," which showcases her unique artistry, songwriting, and musical style. Her music videos have been featured on CMT and Entertainment Tonight, and she has garnered attention from publications such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Huffington Post.Most recently, Rachel was the featured soloist on "Journey to Fantasy Springs," the theme song for Tokyo Disney Sea's new land "Fantasy Springs," further expanding her global reach and musical accomplishments.In addition to her solo career, Rachel has collaborated with renowned Acapella groups VoicePlay and Voctave, showcasing her versatility as a performer. With many of their videos achieving viral status, most notably, her “Moana Medley" collaboration with VoicePlay remains an internet favorite. Rachel has been featured as a guest soloist with many symphony orchestras all over the world, in concerts spanning everything from Country to Broadway and Holiday to Patriotic, with orchestras including the Dallas Symphony, St. Louis Symphony, Utah Symphony, among many others. She and fellow country artist, Patrick Thomas, have been celebrating the past icons of country music in their Pops symphony show, “Country Legends,” for the past 10 years. Residing in Nashville, TN, Rachel remains focused on recording and writing music, as well as enjoying a successful career in real estate. Balancing her professional endeavors with her most important role as “mommy” to Jude, Elliot, and Myla, Rachel's passion for music and family shines through in all aspects of her life. Stay connected with Rachel on social media @therachelpotter. Memorable Moments"It was just this dream that guided me in each different move and change in my life."“Taking my art away from the place in my life that required making music to make money, for my art to no longer be pressured and to now have the freedom to just do whatever I wanted to with music because I love it. That changed everything for me.” "I feel great about it, I feel proud of it, and I feel like, you know, I only have one life. What's most important is that I feel great about me.""I am such a huge proponent of not having regret, and that's been a big thread through my entire life.""I'm hoping that my joy in creating this will also give other people joy. But if it doesn't that's fine, I'm not looking for this to be validating in any other way, other than my own personal journey." Connect with RachelInstagram @rachelpotterTikTok @rachelpotterFacebook: Facebook.com/rachelpottermusiclinktree: https://linktr.ee/therachelpotter Abundant Success Bundle - Black Friday Special!https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/abundantsuccessbundle Thinkific Black Friday Offer!Click here to Claim Thinkific's Black Friday offer before it expiresThese three packages offer everything you need to launch a thriving digital learning business and start earning more, all at their lowest price of the year. Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comwww.abundantsuccesss.co
Tony-Nominated Broadway Star Jarrod Spector Stopped By One Leg Up at the Viscardi Center Reach For a Star Luncheon 11/19/24. For more information on the Viscardi Center please visit ViscardiCenter.org
Tony-Nominated Broadway Star Jarrod Spector Stopped By One Leg Up at the Viscardi Center Reach For a Star Luncheon 11/19/24. For more information on the Viscardi Center please visit ViscardiCenter.org
Tony-Nominated Broadway Star Jarrod Spector Stopped By One Leg Up at the Viscardi Center Reach For a Star Luncheon 11/19/24. For more information on the Viscardi Center please visit ViscardiCenter.org
Are you on team Fish Tank or team Cat House??? Get into the beef between two Drag clubs in the wildly entertaining off-Broadway show, Drag The Musical. Today on GOOD SHOW!, Sarah chats with the director/ choreographer, Spencer Liff. Dive into the Fish Tank and listen to Sarah and Spencer talk about collaborating with designers, Spencer's beginnings as a child actor, and his love of drag culture. Then they get feisty in the Cat House and talk about the exciting diversity in the cast, Liza Minnelli, and more! Sarah decides "How Queer Is It?" with the newly revamped GOOD SHOW! Queer Scale. Spencer Liff is an award winning Director and Choreographer with work frequently seen on both the stage and screen. He has earned two Emmy Nominations for Outstanding Choreography for his work on the hit FOX TV series "So You Think You Can Dance." Films include the upcoming Legendary Pictures feature film The Toxic Avenger, Steppin' Into The Holiday starring Mario Lopez, and Stephen Karam's Speech and Debate. Past Broadway credits include Head Over Heels, with music by the Go-Go's, The Lincoln Center revival of the groundbreaking musical Falsetto's, Tony Award-Winning revival of Hedwig And The Angry Inch starring Neil Patrick Harris, and the critically acclaimed Tony Nominated revival of Spring Awakening. Connect with Spencer Liff Instagram: @spencerliff Connect with GOOD SHOW! Instagram: @goodshowpodcast Tik Tok: @goodshowpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A marvelous episode with my friends actress Sheila Frazier-Atchison, Tony nominated actress Starletta DuPois and Margaret Bush Ware, former personal assistant to the legendary Sammy Davis, Jr. Three "fine" ladies with such Hollywood wonderful stories! Sheila was the gorgeous actress featured in movie "Superfly" and the talent coordinator for Black Entertainment Televison. Starletta was nominated for a Tony for here Broadway role in The Mighty Gents. She is a veteran actress of over 50 films working with a Who's who of Hollywood. Margaret was not only the legendary Sammy Davis Jr personal assistant but also the talent coordinator of his television show. It's a marvelous episode. Enjoy!
In this Artist Exploration, Alex Brightman, Tony Nominated in Broadway's Beetlejuice and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss: Finding specialized ways of learning Embracing Leadership with in a Show Not typing yourself out of an opportunity Trial and errors of the rehearsal process Be sure to check out The Wizard of Friendship (Original Cast Recording) 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 mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. Follow Us! Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 About MTCA: Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. About Charlie Murphy: Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier, Kelly Prendergast and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tony Nominee Liz Larsen (BEAUTIFUL, HAIRSPRAY, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, STARMITES) joins David to share her love of the Disney Parks, specifically "Soarin'," "it's a small world," and the movie MULAN. When Liz was 19 she finally got to go to Disneyland for the first time and shares her memories from that trip, including going on "it's a small world" which she describes as "life changing." Many of Liz's Disney stories revolve around family, watching the movies with them and falling more in love with the characters, and an epic trip in 2005 for five days to Walt Disney World, battling the Florida weather and two small kids (and what happened after a family meal at Cinderella Castle). Liz's love for Disney is infectious, especially when she talks about the attractions and movies in the Disney universe that speaks to her. No "E-Ticket to Broadway" episode would be complete without mentioning Dopey, but this time it's the guest who brings up the Seven Dwarfs, specifically how she wants to be just like them when she's older. Together Liz and David play "The Sherman Brothers' Songbook," playing trivia about music written by the magical Sherman Brothers. Which song from MULAN does this Tony Nominated-actror sing directly to the movie's lyricists' face? Listen to find out! Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Liz's Instagram: @lizthelarsen David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, hear all about: Eden's 1st Tony Nomination Lempicka Rent Wicked Understudying her idol, Idina Menzel Playing her dream role in RENT Preparing for her Tony Nominated performance in Lempicka Taking paint classes to learn how to hold a brush Telling a queer story What it's like to be in shows where cast mates idolize her. + So much more! Curtain up, Eden Espinosa Connect with Eden Espinosa on Instagram: @edenespinosa Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The U.S. Supreme Court makes a key decision on abortion access, but is it the final word on the matter? The highest court in the land makes a unanimous decision on the abortion drug mifepristone, in a case that was originally filed in Amarillo.The producers of the hit Broadway musical “The Outsiders” wanted someone outside […] The post Texas' Jamestown Revival talk Tony-nominated score appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Ten years after its original staging, “Appropriate” has received eight Tony Award nominations. Playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins talks about the moments of his life that inspired it.The play tells the story of three siblings reuniting in their family home after the death of their father. Charged with going through his belongings, the children discover troubling relics within the home. They are left to deal with the question of an inheritance, but also this new challenge to their late father's legacy.Jacobs-Jenkins has since staged “Appropriate” several times, been a Pulitzer Prize finalist for two subsequent plays, and been awarded a MacArthur “genius” fellowship. But it wasn't until December 2023 that the playwright made his Broadway debut with “Appropriate,” which is now up for eight Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Play and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for actress Sarah Paulson.Host Kai Wright sits with Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins to discuss the real-life moments that inspired the creation of this show, and the playwright's efforts to understand the complicated inheritances of race in America. Tell us what you think. We're @noteswithkai on Instagram and X (Twitter). Email us at notes@wnyc.org. Send us a voice message by recording yourself on your phone and emailing us, or record one here.Notes from America airs live on Sundays at 6 p.m. ET. The podcast episodes are lightly edited from our live broadcasts.
William Jackson Harper has received a Tony nomination for his role as Astrov in the classic Chekov play "Uncle Vanya," running now at Lincoln Center. He joins us to discuss.*This episode is guest-hosted by Kousha Navidar.
Send us a Text Message.Hey Broadway lovers! I'm super excited to share my latest episode of The Music in Me with you all. This time, I'm diving into the magical world of the 2024 Tony Awards! If you're like me and can't get enough of Broadway but can't always make it to New York, this episode is for you. We'll explore the new musicals nominated for Best Musical and see what makes them so special.I'm especially thrilled to see who takes home the Tony this year and can't wait to watch Ariana DeBose host again. She's phenomenal and brings so much energy to the show. Join me as I break down the nominees: Hell's Kitchen, The Outsiders, Illinoise, Suffs, and my personal favorite, Water for Elephants.Tune in to hear all about the spectacular performances, stunning visuals, and the incredible stories that make these shows a must-see. Don't forget to share this episode with your friends and fellow theater enthusiasts! 2024 TONY NOMINATED MUSICALS:HELL'S KITCHENILLINOISETHE OUTSIDERSSUFFSWATER FOR ELEPHANTS Support the Show.Keep listening, keep grooving, and let the music in you continue to shine. Thank you, and see you soon!CONTACT TERI:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terirosborg/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teri.rosborgYouTube: The Music in MeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@terirosborgPodcast Facebook Page: The Music in Me Podcast Facebook pageTHEME SONG BY: Hayley GremardINTRODUCTION BY: Gavin Bruno
Join Emily Tisch Sussman as she sits down with a diverse group of women to explore how their personal experiences led to their pivot and eventually their success. She Pivots challenges the typical definitions of success and explores the role our personal stories play in our professional journeys. The series will celebrate those who have made bold moves with a view towards inspiring others to pursue their own non-linear paths. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast. Episodes available here: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-she-pivots-109642363/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
Amazing Mazie. Practicing kindness. Leadership. Bobby was a little late to the party when discovering TOMMY, but now we can see him star on Broadway as Cousin Kevin in the Tony Nominated revival of TOMMY. This is his third Broadway show, and not only does Bobby discuss his approach to Cousin Kevin, but also talks very openly about what it's like to lead a show where most of the cast are Chicago transplants making their Broadway debut. Bobby is currently reprising his performance in TOMMY from the Goodman Theatre's 30th anniversary production. Broadway: Company (dir. Marianne Elliott); A Bronx Tale (dirs. Robert De Niro & Jerry Zaks). Select theatre: 50th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein's Mass at the Kennedy Center; My Fair Lady (dir. Michael Arden); A Funny Thing… Forum (dir. Jessica Stone); Starting Here, Starting Now (dir. Richard Maltby, Jr.); world premiere of Ken Ludwig's A Comedy of Tenors; three seasons at The Muny. Film/TV: If Beale Street Could Talk; Intervenors; “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”; “Madam Secretary”; “The Code.” Solo album: Along the Way. Training: University of Michigan; RADA. @bobby_conte In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. Today, it's back on Broadway in a dazzling all-new production, Tony Award®️ nominated for Best Musical Revival, that feels more relevant than ever. “Everything about this exhilarating production shakes you awake and leaves you buzzed: Knockout singing, superbly inventive stagecraft and a star-making performance from 24-year-old Ali Louis Bourzgui as the Pinball Wizard that's the most exciting New York stage debut in years.” (NY Post) “Broadway has nothing else like this wizardry going on, not this season and nothing I know of for next season. Visually and sonically overwhelming, it's a prescient masterpiece of a rock opera.” Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
[REBROADCAST FROM MARCH 19TH, 2024] "Illinoise" is a new dance adaptation of the seminal Sufjan Stevens album, with a story by Tony-winning choreographer Justin Peck and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Jackie Sibblies Drury. Drury and Peck, who also directed and choreographed the production, join us.
In the spring of 2022, a new play opened on Broadway called "POTUS," with the lengthy subtitle: "OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE." From the director of "THE PRODUCERS" (the Broadway musical), this comedy starred Vanessa Williams, Julianne Hough, Rachel Dratch, Suzy Nakamura, Lilli Cooper, Lea DeLaria, and Julie White. Neither of us were able to catch it. But this past winter, the show came to Los Angeles... And one of us was there! Now you can be there too. Via us! Or, rather, via Ben. Find us on Instagram and Threads at Fake_Presidents to join the conversation... 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Some MANHUNT and Garfield assassination talk 04:38 - Background on POTUS, the play 10:33 - Portrait Corner! 16:49 - The Plot 26:20 - Party and Politics 32:58 - Legacy and Approval Ratings 34:48 - Closing 36:07 - Post-Credits Bit
From Hairspray to Beetlejuice, to a Tony Nominated performance as Kira in Xanadu, Kerry Butler has one of the most extensive careers on Broadway. U Guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the hottest Bway news! Then, I am joined by Bway icon, Kerry Butler, to chat all about her incredible career on Broadway and beyond! Kerry talks about her background as an artist, and how she ended up in the world of art. She touches on her experience originating roles on Bway, as well as all the roles she had a hand in creating but never got to play. We dive into the extracurriculars, and how important it is for an artist to have interests and joys outside of the theater bubble. Kerry also shares about her incredible podcast, Breaking Broadway, and how much she enjoys instilling wisdom about the industry for the next generation. U guys, Kerry is amazing, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow Kerry on Instagram: @kerrybutler1 Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tony-Nominated composer Scott Frankel is truly one of the best. U Guys, get the latest Bway updates in my segment, the BroadwayWorld Recap. Then I'm joined by the incredible Bway composer and conductor, Scott Frankel, to chat about his incredible works. Scott shares about his process as a composer, as well as his collaborations with other artists like Michael Korie. From being nominated for a Tony Award for his incredible score of Grey Gardens, to writing War Paint for such heavy-hitters as Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole, Scott has truly put his stamp on the world of Musical Theater writing. We talk about his influences as a musician, and how his own works have influenced future composers and artists. Scott is such a delight, U don't wanna miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#02: Queer-o-Vision 18:36 - Gustaph (Eurovision Contestant, 2023, Representing Belgium) 35:18 Robin de Jesus (Three time Tony Nominated actor, Netflix's tick…tick..BOOM!, Hulu's Welcome to Chippendales) There's always been something a little queer about Eurovision. In our second episode, we explore the contest's history with the LGBTQ+ community– and how this “family show” has, at many points in its nearly 70 year existence, been way out front on LGBT rights issues. We also discuss the moments when the contest hasn't lived up to its image. We then talk to Gustaph, who, as a teen, left a promising career as a popstar in Belgium because of pressure to stay in the closet– only to emerge two decades later on the world's largest stage with a song that's unabashedly queer. The surprise hit of Eurovision this year, it catapulted to the top ten after being placed toward the bottom in the betting markets. We discuss how Gustaph's out and proud second act reflects a radically changed culture, and the ways in which homophobia, now subtler, seeps into both the fandom and supposedly “aesthetic” criticism. Tony nominated American actor Robin de Jesus then stops by to play a game of “Gay or Eurovision.” As he guesses whether a number is performed by a queer artist, or if its queer aesthetics are just part of the Eurovision brand; we talk about the evolution of queer style and queer music in a time of expanding rights and mainstreaming of the community. And that conversation sounds gay to you— you have no idea how gay it gets. Links: Dana International on Pinkwashing: https://www.ynetnews.com/culture/article/r1emcq8g2 Ping Pong: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2000/may/12/israel Mango TV Scandal: https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-44078305 The Queer Politics of Eurovision: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wnjtzn7ZkCs Charlie's Politico Article: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/05/20/tricky-politics-of-eurovision-during-war-00097885 Gay or Eurovision: Give That Wolf A Banana - Subwolfer - Norway, 2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJjo8s3fKUM Lasha Tumbai - Verka Serduchka - Ukraine, 2007 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfjHJneVonE Cezar - It's My Life - Russia, 2013 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgHWFiavqjA Mahmood and Blanco - Brividi - Italy, 2022 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MgMhzfUmiA Minn Hintsi Dans -Paul Oscar - Iceland, 1997 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-D4AAkYpsk
A marvelous episode with my friends actress Sheila Frazier-Atchison, Tony nominated actress Starletta DuPois and Margaret Bush Ware, former personal assistant to the legendary Sammy Davis, Jr. Three "fine" ladies with such Hollywood wonderful stories! Sheila was the gorgeous actress featured in movie "Superfly" and the talent coordinator for Black Entertainment Televison. Starletta was nominated for a Tony for here Broadway role in The Mighty Gents. She is a veteran actress of over 50 films working with a Who's who of Hollywood. Margaret was not only the legendary Sammy Davis Jr personal assistant but also the talent coordinator of his television show. It's a marvelous episode. Enjoy!
In this Artist Exploration, Matthew Scott, Tony Nominated in Grand Horizons and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: Deciding what a tuition is worth Benefits for actors reading reviews Swinging Jersey Boys When to go to school and when to jump into the business Check out Matt on instagram @m.a.t.t.h.e.w_s.c.o.t.t Join us for Junior Workshop: Nov 8th at 8pm Eastern: HERE or the MTCA Mocks HERE 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 mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. Follow Us! Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 About MTCA: Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. About Charlie Murphy: Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this Artist Exploration, Alex Brightman, Tony Nominated in Broadway's Beetlejuice and MTCA Director, Charlie Murphy discuss: Finding specialized ways of learning Embracing Leadership with in a Show Not typing yourself out of an opportunity Trial and errors of the rehearsal process Be sure to check out The Wizard of Friendship (Original Cast Recording) 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 mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. Follow Us! Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014 About MTCA: Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. About Charlie Murphy: Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University's BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre's “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC. With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process. This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
U Guys, this week's BroadwayWorld recap contains some very exciting casting news! Then I am joined by Tony Nominated actress, Liz Larsen, as she shares some incredible stories from throughout her Broadway career. Liz has countless Bway credits, including Fiddler On The Roof, Damn Yankees, Beautiful, Rocky Horror, Hairspray, and of course her Tony nominated performance as Cleo in The Most Happy Fella. She shares her experience raising two kids in NYC while being a full time actor, and how she has navigated the ups and downs of showbiz. Liz also shares insight on the journey of self love and self care, and how important it is to surround yourself with good people. Her most recent show, A Transparent Musical, has its sights set for a Broadway run. U Guys, Liz is the best! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
U Guys, there is so much to talk about in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap, brought to you by my partners at BroadwayWorld.com! Then I am joined by Tony Nominated actress, Kenita Miller, to talk all about her amazing career! We talk about her Tony nominated performance as Lady In Red in For Colored Girls, as well as her times in Once On This Island, Xanadu, and The Color Purple. Kenita shares how she learned to navigate performing extremely heavy material eight times a week, and how we are all still learning through our art. She talks about her experience developing new works, and how she performed on Broadway while she was nine months pregnant! We chat about our current project at the New York Stage and Film festival, A Wrinkle In Time. U don't wanna miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bit by Bit: Broadway’s Only Podcast Dedicated to the Producer/Investor Relationship
Anant Das (“un-nunth”) (He/Him) is a two-time Tony Nominated theatre and film creative producer and CEO of Broadway Boxed Up, the longest-running theatre-themed subscription box with a focus on elevating BIPOC, Deaf, and disabled theatrical voices, connecting fans with the Broadway world, and reimagining theatregoers' relationship with merchandise. He is a Co-Executive Producer of “Summoning the Spirit” which made its film premiere at the Miami Film Festival in March 2023. He is a co-producer of NEW YORK, NEW YORK, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL, and THE PIANO LESSON on Broadway, KINKY BOOTS Off-Broadway, as well as Associate Producer of WINDFALL Off-West End. In addition, Anant has experience as an investor with A STRANGE LOOP (Tony Award Winner for Best Musical), FAIRYCAKES, the Museum of Broadway, and the Broadway Makers Marketplace (the first Broadway Pop-Up Shop for fans, by fans). With a background in financial valuation, computer science, and as a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Anant is passionate about the intersection of theatre, tech, and finance, as well as energized to increase access to both theatrical opportunities and theatre education. Recognized as one of the “Class of 2019's Best & Brightest” by Poets&Quants, Anant's interest in exploring how innovation can disrupt the arts began when he attended the top ranked public high school in the US. He is a 2022 member of both the TEDxBroadway Young Professionals cohort and the Theatre Producers of Color and serves as a Board Member of the New York Theatre Workshop's 4th Street Bar Association.
Laura and Todd celebrate Pride Month with an inspiring interview with living legend L Morgan Lee, the first openly transgender actor to be nominated for a Tony Award for her featured role in "A Strange Loop.” As a seasoned performer with over two decades of experience on various stages, Lee shares her remarkable journey and unwavering advocacy for transgender representation in the arts and invites us into her deeply personal journey of self-discovery and resilience. Spending years performing as a boy before a transformative encounter with a trans person and non-binary individuals sparked deep self-reflection on gender and identity, she finally decided to "come out" as the woman she always knew she was. Lee illuminates her profound realization of her true self and emphasizes that everyone is undergoing a transition – a journey of self-love and self-acceptance. L Morgan also shares with us how her transition has not only reshaped her friendships but also strengthened her relationship with her mother and most importantly, herself. Speaking candidly about the realities and fears of dating as a trans woman, including the tragic instances of violence she experienced, Lee firmly debunks the harmful stereotype that trans women are immune to abuse. In this episode, Lee also delves into the critical discussion of gender-affirming care for children, with Lee advocating for a balanced approach that prioritizes mental health and enables children to make informed decisions about their gender identities at their own pace. In this remarkable interview, L Morgan passionately expresses her aspiration to serve as a beacon of representation in the entertainment industry, urging everyone to embrace their true selves and calling for increased visibility and inclusivity for the LGBTQIA+ community. Don't miss out on this inspiring journey of self-acceptance, advocacy for trans rights, and a rallying call for love.Links for L Morgan Lee: L Morgan on WikipediaL Morgan on IMBDL Morgan Lee Interview on TodayL Morgan Lee's OfficialWebsiteDaily News InterviewL Morgan on InstagramL Morgan on TwitterL Morgan on Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on BEFORE THE BREAK, the boys sit down with actor, Ben Rappaport. Ben has had series regular roles on Outsourced and For The People. He's also had recurring roles on The Good Wife, Mr. Robot, Younger, Law & Order SVU, and Inventing Anna. He can currently be seen on Broadway opposite Sean Hayes in the TONY Nominated play Good Night, Oscar. We discuss moving a lot as a child, getting the acting bug from a production of Romeo & Juliet, the theatre teacher who changed his life, moving to NYC to attend Juilliard, making a fan of casting at ABC while in school, getting a hard dose of reality after Juilliard, booking the lead of a TV series after a dry spell, getting cast in a handful of pilots that never got picked up, and adjusting to self-tapes. That and much more!Follow Before The Break - on Instagram at @beforethebreakpodon Twitter at @b4thebreakpodhttps://beforethebreak.buzzsprout.com/Follow Ben -on Instagram at @ben_rappaportFollow Tom -on Instagram at @imtombythewayhttps://www.tommybeardmore.com/Follow Adam -on Instagram at @thatadamdecarlohttp://adamdecarlo.com/Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and give us a rating!Support the show
This week, we dive into part one of my two-part conversation with Shalita Grant—Tony-nominated actress and founder of Four Naturals Hair. Shalita shares memories from her upbringing and the influence of her unconventional parents on her entrepreneurial journey. She dives deep into this personal reflection and her experience dealing with traction alopecia that became her motivation to create her own hair treatment: the patent-pending Four Naturals Treatment is a hair salon treatment that uses ancient plant-based ingredients and practices from India and North Africa designed exclusively for the care of Type 4 hair. Shalita talks about her journey from actress to entrepreneur and emphasizes the importance of embracing fear as a catalyst for personal growth. Follow @shalitagrant, @fournaturalshair or visit https://fournaturalshair.com/! Tune in next week for part two of Shalita's story, her influencer highlight and brand shout-outs! “Fearless. Even talking to you now is me living out those goals that I set for myself at the beginning of this year. So for me, I believe that you can never be truly without fear. It's really about being less influenced by the fear, right? Like, the fear often tells us to stop. Right? And so for me, this year, it's about experiencing the fear.” Shalita's Word of 2023: Fearless Tune in to learn more from Kendra and Shalita!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we dive into part one of my two-part conversation with Shalita Grant—Tony-nominated actress and founder of Four Naturals Hair. Shalita shares memories from her upbringing and the influence of her unconventional parents on her entrepreneurial journey. She dives deep into this personal reflection and her experience dealing with traction alopecia that became her motivation to create her own hair treatment: the patent-pending Four Naturals Treatment is a hair salon treatment that uses ancient plant-based ingredients and practices from India and North Africa designed exclusively for the care of Type 4 hair. Shalita talks about her journey from actress to entrepreneur and emphasizes the importance of embracing fear as a catalyst for personal growth. Follow @shalitagrant, @fournaturalshair or visit https://fournaturalshair.com/! Tune in next week for part two of Shalita's story, her influencer highlight and brand shout-outs! “Fearless. Even talking to you now is me living out those goals that I set for myself at the beginning of this year. So for me, I believe that you can never be truly without fear. It's really about being less influenced by the fear, right? Like, the fear often tells us to stop. Right? And so for me, this year, it's about experiencing the fear.” Shalita's Word of 2023: Fearless Tune in to learn more from Kendra and Shalita!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony nominated actress for her work in The Prom on Broadway, having originated the role of Emma Nolan. Most recently you can hear her as Juniper on the podcast The Callisto Protocol: Helix Station starring Gwendolyn Christie. Caitlin was nominated for an Audie Award for narrating the audiobook MaryJane, and was handpicked by Judy Blume to narrate her book Forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special, Tony Award Contenders podcast episode, Miriam Silverman joins to talk about his Tony nominated performance in 'The sign In Sidney Brustein's Window.' #Tonys #Tonyawards #Miriamsilverman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Broadway's always buzzing about Adrianna Hicks!! And we're grateful to have her on the podcast amidst press events and a busy 8 show week. Adrianna now stars as Sugar Cane in the Original Broadway Cast of SOME LIKE IT HOT, the most Tony Nominated show of the season! Produced by Mariah Carey. She's also best known for originating Catherine of Aragon in SIX THE MUSICAL on Broadway. What can't she do?! Other Broadway credits include ALADDIN as the Fortune Teller and her debut in THE COLOR PURPLE with Jennifer Hudson and Cynthia Erivo. Adrianna is a Texas native with a B.F.A degree in Musical Theatre from The University of Oklahoma Weitzenhoffer School of Musical Theatre. Out of college, instead of heading to straight to New York City, she traveled overseas to perform in the German production of DIRTY DANCING THE MUSICAL in Oberhausen, Germany. Adrianna then headed to Vienna, Austria to partake in the original German production of LEGALLY BLONDE, and in her final year overseas, she starred in SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL. Adrianna played Celie on the 1st National Tour of THE COLOR PURPLE revival, and later played the role at Papermill Playhouse under the direction of John Doyle. She's also starred in the role of Dorothy in THE WIZ at Sacramento Music Circus. @missadriannahicks Please give the podcast a rating, review and follow! Thanks for listening. Produced by @OnAirwithQ
A growing number of communities is turning to compost programs to process food waste in a more environmentally friendly fashion. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano met up with one convert on a mission to make compost cool starting with the communities that raised him.Ten-year-old Ta'kari Tatum lost two loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic and saw many of his classmates struggling with their mental health during the lockdowns. Ta'kari joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss how he is taking the lessons he learned from his family about coping with tough times and spreading awareness through his book, "Snap It," and his organization, The Rubber Band Mentality.Actress Dominique Fishback joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss her role in the new film, “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.” She talked about landing the new role and what it was like working with Steven Caple Jr.In a fairytale moment at the 2023 PGA Championship, club pro Michael Block hit a hole-in-one in the final round. Michael Block joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his big moment.Actor Sean Hayes joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his Tony-nominated performance in Broadway's "Good Night, Oscar." Hayes talks about the significance of playing Oscar Levant and what it's like to perform Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" on stage seven times a week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Luke Sheppard and Jenn Weber are two creative geniuses currently teaming up for the smash hit, "& Juliet", as the show's director and choreographer, respectively. The two discuss the instant connection they had and where the concept for the show originated. While making "& Juliet" was originally a stretch for him, Luke recalls how it was also the most satisfying and fun he's ever had directing a show. The two recall how their journeys with "& Juliet" began, and how the workshops helped in getting the story and tone right. For Jenn the most exciting part is collaborating with the director and writer. The two take pride in the show's culture where there's room for support and honesty for each other. While Jenn and Luke's stories on how they got into theatre differ, the two share a common approach when it comes to pursuing their dreams: not taking no for an answer—a true testament that rejection doesn't mean failure and that you don't have to follow the traditional path that most people take to get to where you want to be. Luke Sheppard is a British theatre director known for his work in the West End and on Broadway. He studied at the University of Warwick before going on to train at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). Sheppard's directing credits include the West End productions of "In the Heights," "The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13¾," and "The Comedy About a Bank Robbery." He also directed the Broadway production of "& Juliet," which opened in 2019. Sheppard has won several awards for his work, including the Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival for "In the Heights" in 2016. Jenn Weber is a choreographer and director who's also a double Tony Award nominee for the 2022-2023 Broadway season with nominations for Best Choreography for her Broadway debuts of “& Juliet” and “KPOP”. She made her West End debut as the choreographer of “& Juliet” and collaborated with Disney+ as an Executive Producer and Choreographer for a new film version of “The Hip Hop Nutcracker”. Her Off-Broadway choreography credits include “KPOP”, “Teenage Dick”, “Cruel Intentions”, and “Stockholm”. Connect with Luke and Jenn: Instagram: @jenniferwebernyc Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are privileged to have sat with the ever so charismatic composer Lindsay Jones, speaking about his double Tony nominations for "Slave Play" (best original score and best sound design), as well as his process of scoring "Marvel Wastelanders", amidst other work for film, television, theatre, video games, and podcasts.
Laura Osnes is a singer, songwriter and Tony nominated broadway star. Fresh off the heels of first new music release in some time, Laura joins us by the fire to talk about her incredible journey to living out her childhood dream.
In episode 055, we are joined by none other than Austin Pendleton. Austin is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the wide world of acting. Having trained with him myself, I was excited to share his perspective on the show. We talk about what initially fueled his excitement about acting, some of the strongest skills that successful actors have, and what were some of the biggest takeaways that Austin learned from his acting teachers.Austin Pendleton is a playwright, actor, director, teacher, and a Steppenwolf ensemble member since 1987. He received critical acclaim in 1964 for his performance as Motel in the original Broadway cast of “Fiddler on the Roof.” He appeared in “The Last Sweet Days of Isaac” (for which he won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Performance and an Obie Award), “The Diary of Anne Frank,” “Goodtime Charley,” and “Up from Paradise” as well as many other plays. In August 2006, Pendleton played the Chaplain in Bertolt Brecht's “Mother Courage and Her Children” with Meryl Streep and Kevin Kline in the Public Theater production. As a director, Pendleton has worked extensively on and off-Broadway. His direction of Elizabeth Taylor and Maureen Stapleton in Lillian Hellman's “The Little Foxes” garnered him a Tony Award nomination. In 2007, Austin Pendleton received a Special Award for his contributions to American theater at the 52nd Annual Drama Desk Awards.Sign up for the Actorcast Newsletter at Actorcast.
“Being a multi-hyphenate is not a disability – it's an ability. It's an advantage.” Jared Grimes is a Tony Nominated actor currently starring in Funny Girl on Broadway. His effervescent energy lights up the stage every night at The August Wilson Theatre. In this episode, his energy continues into our conversation as we discuss what being a “bag of tricks” in this industry actually means. In this episode, we discover Grimes' road to Broadway, how he turned his ADD diagnosis into multi-hyphenation, inspirations, getting people in power to understand the multi-hyphenate, and we chat about how tap opened up his eyes to the art of multi-hyphenating. “At an early age I began to latch on to the idea that if you're a tap dancer, that means you can be many things. It doesn't mean that you just use your feet to connect with people or share with people. I'm looking at all my heroes and they are singing, they are acting, they are comedians, they're lindyhoppers, they're writers, they're choreographers, they do camerawork – they are behind the camera, in front of the camera – all those guys did that and I was just like wow so that's what it is to be a tap dancer. My earliest idea of what a tap dancer was, was a multi-hyphenate.” Jared Grimes is a quadruple threat in the world of the arts where he is heavily making his mark in singing, dancing, acting, and choreographing. He received a Tony Nomination for his performance in Funny Girl on Broadway, which he is currently starring in. On numerous occasions, he has danced alongside legends such as Wynton Marsalis, Gregory Hines, Ben Vereen, Jerry Lewis and Fayard Nicholas. and also performed for Barack Obama and Ted Kennedy at the Kennedy Center. Most recently on Broadway, Jared could be seen in the Tony Award-winning production of A Soldier's Play. Grimes has toured with Musical legend, Mariah Carey, under the choreography of Marty Kudelka, and danced for artists such as Common, Salt-n-Pepa, Envogue, Busta Rhymes and the Roots. Jared's theater credits include, After Midnight on Broadway directed by Warren Carlyle, Twist directed by Debbie Allen, Babes in Arms at the Goodspeed Opera House choreographed by Randy Skinner, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes directed by John Rando at Encores and Broadway Underground directed by himself. In the world of acting, Jared is known for his recurring role of ‘Adrian' on NBC's hit show “Manifest.” He performed the lead role of ‘Jackson' in the Annapurna feature film Swing Kids and Sammy Davis Jr.'s “Birth of the Blues” on Michael Feinstein's American Songbook for PBS. Other film credits include Paramount's, The Marc Pease Experience starring Ben Stiller, New Line Cinema's Little Manhattan and Elevation Filmwork's' First Born starring Elizabeth Shue. Grimes has appeared in commercials for Coca-Cola, Subway, MTV and television shows such as CBS' “Star Search,” “Showtime at the Apollo,” ABC Family's “Dance Fever” and “The Jerry Lewis Telethon.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tony Nominated actor, Sidney DuPont graces Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas! He is an actor, dancer, a cinematographer, director, and award winning screenwriter. He has toured with Memphis, a Chorus Line, and Beautiful as well as doing the Australian and Broadway companies of Beautiful and is now starring in Paradise Square on Broadway for which he has received his very first Tony Award Nomination. Sidney DuPont is kind, fun, talented and radiates "Black Boy Joy." And when he is on stage, he pours every ounce of his soul into every role he takes on. Follow his journey on Instagram at @sidneydupont! You're going to love him! Follow host, Salisha Thomas on her blog at www.salishathomas.com or on IG @salishathomas Black Hair in the Big Leagues is part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
My guest today is playwright, composer, lyricist of the 11 time Tony nominated musical A Strange Loop, Michael R. Jackson. In our conversation, Michael and I chat about his upbringing in a religious family in Detroit, Michigan, his move to New York to pursue his dreams of becoming a writer for soap operas and the journey to finding himself via many trials and more than a few errors. The centerpiece of the conversation is his Tony nominated hit musical A Strange Loop on Broadway and the life experiences that lead him to write the show and find himself in the process.A Strange Loop ticketsSupport the show
Powerhouse Joaquina Kalukango joins Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host Salisha Thomas this week! She is currently starring in Paradise Square, bringing down the house 8 times a week playing Nelly. The show is fantastic. She is PHENOMENAL. She was also in the Godspell Revival, Hollar if Ya Hear Me, The Color Purple, and the original Broadway cast of A Slave Play. Not to mention When They See Us, Mahalia, One Night in Miami, and Lovecraft Country. Follow her journey @joaquinakalukango! Follow host, Salisha Thomas @salishathomas and read the blog at www.salishathomas.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Visibility equals donors. The more work you do, the more you're out there, the more people come to see the shows, the more you continue to maintain your lists of who is coming to see the work – the more easy fundraising becomes.” What is the future of theater making? How has creating theater in rehearsal rooms helped cultivate the multi-hyphenate, an economically friendly hiring option for producers? From the point of view from one of the most sought after directors and cultivators, Moisés Kaufman has incredible insight for anyone who wants to found their own company. What are the first steps? What should they be aware of? How do you raise money? Make your company official? Money can scare people – but it's imperative to understand it when creating theatre. On this episode we discuss being pushed into boxes and how that affected his journey of bringing the Tony Nominated musical Paradise Square to Broadway. Plus, there is a ticket giveaway where you and a guest can see the show! All you have to do are these two is: Follow in IG: @dearmultihyphenate Write a review – as long as you write a review from June 1st to June 13th, that review will be considered an entry! Mention how much you loved this episode with Moisés Kaufman! The winner will be announced on the next episode of Dear Multi-Hyphenate released on June 13th. Moisés Kaufman is the founder and artistic director of Tectonic Theater Project, a Tony- and Emmy-nominated director and playwright, and a 2015 recipient of the National Medal of Arts. Mr. Kaufman's Broadway directing credits include the revival of Harvey Fierstein's Torch Song, the revival of The Heiress with Jessica Chastain, 33 Variations (which he also wrote) starring Jane Fonda (Five Tony nominations); Rajiv Joseph's Pulitzer Prize finalist Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo with Robin Williams; and Doug Wright's Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play I Am My Own Wife with Jefferson Mays. His play The Laramie Project (which he wrote with the Tectonic Theater Project company) is among the most performed plays in America. Kaufman also co-wrote and directed the HBO film adaptation of “The Laramie Project,” which received two Emmy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Writer. He is an Obie Award winner and a Guggenheim Fellow in Playwriting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rachel Dratch recently had her Broadway debut in POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, a play by Selina Fillinger. With three decades of experience in the business, Rachel recalls her SNL days where she worked for seven years and compares the pressure that came along with it and how it differs from doing Broadway. She speaks candidly about her love for comedy, particularly improv and sketch, and whether she'll ever try drama on stage or in movies. Rachel also shares why she prefers sticking to the script and rarely improvises on a film, why she decided to leave SNL, and why you should have fun when you're in a "dip". Rachel Dratch is an actress, comedian, and writer, whose latest stage credits include POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, her Broadway debut. She was a cast member on Saturday Night Live for seven years, where she had memorable characters like Debbie Downer, Boston teen Denise, and the "Lovers" professors with Will Ferrell. She was an alumna of the Second City Theater in Chicago, where she performed in four revues on the main stage, two of which she received the Joseph Jefferson Award for Best Actress in a Revue. Some of her live comedy credits include ASSSCAT 3000 at the UCB Theater in New York, "Dratch and Fey". Her TV credits include "Frasier," "Ugly Betty," "30 Rock," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," and "Shameless," and some of her film credits include "Wine Country," "Click," and "Just Go with It." In this episode, we talk about: Having a minor in Psychology and wanting to be a therapist Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Unexpectedly getting pregnant at 44 Living in Chicago for nine years and getting into The Second City Her memoir, Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle Connect with Rachel: Twitter: @TheRealDratch Instagram: @raedratch Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The last time we spoke to Elizabeth Stanley she was deep in the world of new motherhood, pumping in the bathroom at the Tony Awards and preparing to return to her Tony Nominated starring role in Jagged Little Pill. Today she joins us to discuss what it was like to job share on Broadway, the emotional whiplash that omicron brought and how she is learning to balance her career and motherhood moving forward. Find more info about the podcast via BPN.fm/mamas. Produced by Dori Berinstein and Alan Seales. Edited by Cara Cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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