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Connor and Dylan are joined by the one, the only, THE bombshell: Robyn Hurder (Smash, Moulin Rouge! The Musical). The first ever 3x guest on the pod, y'all! With only one week left in SMASH on Broadway's too-short run, Robyn joins the twins to mention it ALL. We talk playing the stage version of Ivy Lynn, how Robyn stays healthy and positive as one of Broadway's triple threat leading ladies, and what her favorite onstage moments and songs are. Take notes as this Tony nominee spills wisdom on workplace mentality, developing new musicals, and why her social media presence has changed… and will change again. By the way, Susan Stroman is the GOAT. Robyn also catches the twins up on life after A Beautiful Noise, which included finally leading Chicago on Broadway as Velma Kelly. Iconic co-stars included Ariana Madix, Max Von Essen, Orfeh, and Max Clayton. HELLO. Oh, and Robyn also teases a little nugget about what's coming after SMASH. The children are going to GAG. Jamie Lloyd's Evita boxer shorts, The Traitors, and gay pride top off this amazing reunion chat. There's a reason this queen has been back to the podcast three times. You're going to fall even more in love with her today. See SMASH on Broadway before it's too late! Fade in on a pod…Follow Robyn on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
Last night the winners of this year's Women's Prize were announced. The winner for fiction is Yael van der Wouden for her novel The Safekeep and the non-fiction prize by Rachel Clarke for her book The Story of a Heart, which tracks the lifesaving gift of a transplant. Anita Rani discusses the winning books with the Chair of Judges for the Fiction Prize, author Kit de Waal, and Chair of Judges for the Non-Fiction Prize, journalist and author Kavita Puri.Race Across The World reached its finale on BBC One this week, after a nearly 9,000-mile dash across Asia, from the Great Wall in north eastern China to the southernmost tip of India, via the Himalayan peaks of Nepal. This year's winner were mother and son team Caroline Bridge and her 21-year-old son Tom. Caroline talks to Anita about the experience.An entrepreneur and mother was refused entry to a tech event in London because she had brought her eight-month-old baby with her. Anita speaks to the woman in question, Davina Schonle, and the director and producer Jude Kelly about the issue of banning babies from events of this nature.It's festival season, with Glastonbury starting at the end of June. However it's not just the music and the atmosphere that festival goers need to be thinking about. The UK Health Security Agency has warned that measles is circulating across the country, with high numbers in the South West and London. Anita is joined by the UK Health Security Agency Deputy Director of Vaccination Programmes, Dr Julie Yates - who is the former public health lead in South West on Glastonbury.Grammy-nominated Ute Lemper has had a career spanning stage, film and music. She is renowned for her interpretations of Kurt Weill, Brecht and chanson legends like Marlene Dietrich. Ute won the American Theatre World Award and the Laurence Olivier Award for her performance as Chicago's Velma Kelly both on Broadway and in London's West End, and the Molière Award for her performance as Sally Bowles in Cabaret in Paris. Utel Lemper now has a new album, Pirate Jenny, celebrating the music of legendary composer Kurt Weill. She joins Anita to talk about her passion for his work.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Rebecca Myatt
Ute Lemper is an internationally celebrated German singer and actress. She first gained international acclaim playing Sally Bowles in Cabaret in Paris, a performance that earned her the Molière Award for Best Newcomer. She went on to star as Velma Kelly in Chicago in both the West End and on Broadway, winning the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical and a Theatre World Award. Her early career also included key roles in Cats in Vienna and Peter Pan and The Blue Angel in Berlin. Ute has become an international cabaret icon, renowned for her interpretations of Kurt Weill, Marlene Dietrich, Édith Piaf, and Astor Piazzolla. She has performed at prestigious venues such as La Scala, Lincoln Center, and the Sydney Opera House. Her recording career includes over 30 albums, with standout projects like Ute Lemper Sings Kurt Weill, Illusions, and Punishing Kiss, featuring songs by Elvis Costello, Tom Waits, and Nick Cave. She was named Billboard's Crossover Artist of the Year in 1993/94. Her film work includes notable roles in L'Autrichienne as Marie Antoinette, Peter Greenaway's Prospero's Books, and Prêt-à-Porter. She also provided the German voice for Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid and Esmeralda in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. With multiple Grammy nominations and a ballet created for her by Maurice Béjart, Ute Lemper remains one of the most dynamic and influential performers of her generation .Ute Lemper is our guest in episode 499 of My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things she'd like to put in a time capsule; four she'd like to preserve and one she'd like to bury and never have to think about again .For Ute Lemper's concert dates and tickets, music and videos, visit - https://www.utelemper.comFollow Ute Lemper on Instagram: @utelemperFollow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter/X & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter/X: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ute Lemper's decades-long career spans stage, film, and music, with over 30 recordings. Renowned for her interpretations of Berlin Cabaret, Kurt Weill, Brecht, and chanson legends like Marlene Dietrich and Edith Piaf, she has also starred in major musicals across Broadway, the West End, Paris, and Berlin. She won the American Theater World Award and the Laurence Olivier Award for her performance as Chicago's Velma Kelly in the West End and on Broadway, the Molière Award for her performance as Cabaret's Sally Bowles in Paris, among others, and earned Grammy nominations.Her global tours feature diverse projects, including Rendezvous with Marlene, Songs for Eternity, and tributes to Piazzolla and Brecht. She has composed music inspired by Bukowski, Neruda, and Coelho and released a bestselling autobiography in 2023. She released her self-penned and contemporary album Time Traveler just last year. Singing in five languages, she continues to perform worldwide. A longtime New York resident, she lives there with her family and four children.We talk about her newest album Pirate Jenny and her upcoming concert at Cadogan Hall on June 13th, 2025.
RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey is joined again by Vidar Hjardeng MBE, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant for ITV News across England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands for the next of his regular audio described theatre reviews for 2025 This week we have the multi-award winning musical ‘Chicago' as the current UK tour visited the Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham with description by Professional Audio Describer Anne Hornsby. About ‘Chicago' ‘CHICAGO', the "sexiest musical ever" (Metro) is currently on it's UK tour starring Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancer and TV Star Janette Manrara (It Takes Two, Burn The Floor, Glee) as Roxie Hart, West End and TV star Brenda Edwards (Loose Women, Chicago, The X Factor) as Matron ‘Mama' Morton and West End leading man Dan Burton (Gypsy, The Mousetrap, White Christmas) as Billy Flynn. With 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations, ‘CHICAGO' truly is “SUPERB” (Daily Telegraph). Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago's slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today's tabloids. Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, ‘it's sexy, sassy score with one show-stopping song after another includes “Razzle Dazzle”, “Cell Block Tango”, and “All That Jazz”. With 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations, ‘CHICAGO' truly is “SUPERB” (Daily Telegraph). For more about the UK tour of ‘Chicago' along with dates and times of performances near you do visit - https://chicagothemusical.com/uk-tour/ (Image shows RNIB logo. 'RNIB' written in black capital letters over a white background and underlined with a bold pink line, with the words 'See differently' underneath)
U Guys, this week's episode has all the latest Bway updates in my BroadwayWorld Recap! Then I am joined by the delightful Mikayla Renfrow to chat all about her amazing career. Fresh off of graduating with a BFA from CCM, Mikayla joined the Broadway company of Wicked in the role of Nessarose. Since then, she has gone on to cover the roles of Jasmine in Disney's Aladdin, and Velma Kelly in Chicago The Musical. In this episode we talk about the ups and downs of navigating a blossoming career on Broadway, and what it means to use your individual voice and put your own stamp on things. Mikayla also shares some amazing stories about preparedness for last minute swing-ons, and how she stays grounded in the chaos. Mik is truly such a doll, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow Mikayla on Instagram: @mikayla.renf Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textKatie and Bridget tap dance in the middle of a trial as they re-watch the jazzy Oscar winning movie: Chicago! A 5-6-7-8! It's a movie all about how it was a murder but not a crime, but also how everyone in the city of Chicago is a talented singer and dancer. Come along we meet Roxie Hart, a murderess who gets thrown into the jazziest of jails after she shoots Fred Casely (*Her ex-boyfriend!*). Inside she comes across other women who also murdered men for being lame, such as Velma Kelly, who all worked really hard on their jail talent show number! With the help of Mama, Billy Flynn, her actual husband Amos, and the stupidity of America, Roxie works to charm the city and earn her fame - yes, yes, if it sounds too topical... THAT'S BECAUSE IT IS! We've got songs, dancing, and a possible Sisters Who Scene It inspired field trip all rolled into one for this Spotify playlist worthy film! Released in 2002, it stars Renée Zellweger, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Richard Gere, John C. Reilly, Taye Diggs, Queen Latifah, and Christine Baranski.
Chicago, the Musical National Tour: So proud to celebrate Christina Youngblood, a true local talent, who's taking the stage as part of the cast of Chicago, the Musical National Tour! From her roots at Anthony Wayne High School and training with Dance Expressions and The Ballet Theatre of Toledo, to gracing the stage at local theaters like 3B Productions, Waterville Playhouse, and The Croswell Opera House — Christina's journey has been nothing short of inspiring Listen Now! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/214M4OKBbWcDivndnc2MTu Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stage-door-a-theatre-podcast-hosted-by-two-regular-guys/id1573865415 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 2:00 & 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 1:00 & 6:30 p.m. TICKETING INFORMATION: BroadwayinToledo.com, StranahanTheater.com Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago's slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today's tabloids. PLEASE FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: Facebook: Broadway in Toledo Instagram: @BwayToledo X (formerly Twitter): @bwaytoledo
ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS!! Chicago Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order! Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/thereelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ With the Wicked Movie releasing, we now give our Chicago Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Chicago (2002) is a dazzling musical film that brings the roaring 1920s to life with its captivating performances and unforgettable songs. The film features an incredible cast, including Renée Zellweger as Roxie Hart, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Velma Kelly, Richard Gere as Billy Flynn, Queen Latifah as Matron "Mama" Morton, John C. Reilly as Amos Hart, and Christine Baranski as Mary Sunshine. Join Greg and Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) as they watch and react to the best musical numbers in the movie, including “Overture / And All That Jazz” performed by Velma and Company, “Funny Honey” by Roxie and Amos, “When You're Good to Mama” by Mama, “Cell Block Tango” by Velma and the Cell Block Girls, “All I Care About” by Billy and the Chorus Girls, “We Both Reached for the Gun” by Billy, Roxie, Mary, and Reporters, “Roxie” by Roxie and the Chorus Boys, “I Can't Do It Alone” by Velma, “Mister Cellophane” by Amos, “Razzle Dazzle” by Billy and Company, “Class” by Velma and Mama (deleted scene), “Nowadays” by Roxie, “Nowadays / Hot Honey Rag” by Roxie and Velma, and “I Move On” by Roxie and Velma (end credits). Experience the glitz, glamour, and intrigue of Chicago as they dive into each iconic performance! Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Music Used In Manscaped Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5,6,7,8! TVPL heads to The Great White Way with a look back on NBC's musical theatre drama, “Smash.” To quote Velma Kelly, I can't do it alone, so we recruited the hottest duo on Broadway, Connor and Dylan MacDowell (DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell) to join us this week! Our ensemble talks about the soon to be Broadway production of Smash, pledges our allegiances to either Team Karen or Team Ivy and makes exactly ONE football reference for good measure. Hosts Geoff Keribs Max Singer Rich Inmandescription --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pilotslicense/support
To celebrate our 100th case, we discuss the women who inspired Maureen Dallas Watkins' play and longest running musical, Chicago. During the height of prohibition the beautiful and classy pair ended up in Cook County's murderess row after being charged with the murders of their lovers. Belva Gaertner, the real life counterpart to Velma Kelly, was accused of shooting her lover after a drunken fight in her own car. After weeks of dominating the newspaper headlines, she had competition when Beulah Annan, counterpart to Roxie Hart, joined the cell block after shooting her lover while her husband was at work. Join in as Savannah and Elysia put on their 100 year old personas and dance to Hula Lou, Beulah's favorite song. We discuss the crimes, trials, and how it was that they were acquitted. Don't forget to let us know if you've seen Chicago for your Sunday shoutout! Find us on Instagram and Facebook! Sources: "The Girls of Murder City: Fame, Lust, and the Beautiful Killers Who Inspired Chicago" by Douglas Perry https://www.chicagohistory.org/true-crime-beulah-annan/ https://chicagology.com/notorious-chicago/beaulahandbelva/ https://www.chicagotribune.com/2023/03/09/photos-chicagos-murderess-row-in-1924-and-all-that-jazz/ https://blog.history.in.gov/maurine-dallas-watkins-sob-sisters-pretty-demons-and-all-that-jazz/ Graphic Art By: Taylor Poe Music By: https://archive.org/details/78_hula-lou_california-ramblers-milton-charles-and-wayne-king_gbia0430195a
The Daily Quiz - Entertainment, Society and Culture Today's Questions: Question 1: Along with English, which other language is an official language of India? Question 2: Who won the 2002 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago? Question 3: Which philosopher famously said 'It is wrong always, everywhere and for everyone, to believe anything upon insufficient evidence'? Question 4: In 1984, Steve McCurry took a photo of an Afghan girl for which venerated magazine? Question 5: Which photography brand is associated with the marketing slogan 'At the heart of the image'? Question 6: Which actor has featured in films including 300 and Watchmen? Question 7: Name the movie that matches the following plot summary: 'A lawyer in Depression-era Alabama defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge.' Question 8: Which actor has been in films including The Departed and The Fighter? Question 9: What Toy Still Hugely Popular Today First Went On Sale In 1959 Costing Just $3 This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
U Guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap is overflowing with Bway news; we're talking AUDRA. This week I am joined by Broadway performer and activist Kimberly Marable to talk all about her work in the theater and beyond. A co-founder of Broadway Serves, Kimberly has bridged the worlds of performing arts and community service in such beautiful ways. She has been seen on Broadway in iconic roles and productions, including Velma Kelly in Chicago, and as an original company member of Hadestown. She shares about the work/life balance a performer in New York must find, and overcoming injury in the midst of performing on Broadway. Kimberly also shares her experience performing in The Lion King, and making her Bway debut as a replacement in the original Broadway run of Sister Act. Kimberly is such a joy, U don't wanna miss this episode! Follow Kimberly on Instagram: @misskimizzo Follow the pod on Instagram: @ohmypoduguys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss their transformative Some Like It Hot journey, taking intentional time to rest and more. J. HARRISON GHEE won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical, making history as the first non-binary actor to be nominated and win in this category for their role as “Daphne/Jerry” in SOME LIKE IT HOT, a role which also garnered them Grammy, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Drama League and Chita Rivera Award nominations. Ghee was selected by Billy Porter to star as “Robyn/Kevin” on the hit FOX series ACCUSED, and previously played the series regular of “Kwame” on Netflix's RAISING DION. On Broadway, they starred as “Lola” in KINKY BOOTS, created the role of “Andre Mayhem” in MRS. DOUBTFIRE, and have dazzled audiences in roles such as “Velma Kelly” in CHICAGO and “Johnny Hooker” in THE STING, opposite Harry Connick, Jr. To learn more about Maestra Music and get tickets to their Amplify 2024 event, please visit: maestramusic.org/amplify/ Follow J: @jharrisonghee Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Haldane Drama to perform saucy musical New York has done well by Chicago. The musical, which has been performed more than 10,000 times over the past 28 years on Broadway, will have its Haldane Drama debut from March 22 to 24 on the gritty stage of the school auditorium. It has long been on director Martha Mechalakos' punch list. Based on a satirical mid-1920s play written by a Chicago Tribune reporter, it focuses on the trials and tribulations of a gaggle of newly emboldened women accused of murdering their husbands. They work the legal system to draw attention to themselves - stories you might hear today on a true-crime podcast. The source material proved fruitful to John Kander, who wrote the music, and Fred Ebb, who wrote the lyrics and co-wrote the book with choreographer Bob Fosse. Presented in a vaudevillian courtroom setting, with many direct addresses to the audience, the show serves up two killers and assorted raucous denizens who plead their case through dance and songs such as "All That Jazz" and "Razzle Dazzle." The Haldane production has benefited, Mechalakos says, from the guidance of Christine Bokhour, a veteran Broadway actor who choreographed. "The story, music and lyrics are all so dang good," says Bokhour, who performed in the musical on Broadway and national tours. "It has revenge and redemption and is chock full of catchy tunes and phrases, then the vaudeville timing - Fosse was born to a Chicago vaudevillian and was a child prodigy tapper - and pace keep you riveted. The dancing sends it to another level. "The precision Fosse demanded is the most challenging aspect for untrained dancers," she says. "Aside from the athleticism in much of his work, there is a seeming simplicity when you watch Fosse dancers. But the amount of control it takes to execute those moves and isolations is underestimated - maybe not so much now by the Haldane kids in this production; I haven't been easy on them. "Fosse can be hard even for trained dancers. It's a style all its own created from his particular set of physical idiosyncrasies. I haven't replicated the Broadway show here - I can't even do that choreography now - but there are some places I've used original or close to original choreography where possible." Christine's husband, Ray, who spent the better part of 22 years playing Amos Hart in Chicago, mostly on Broadway, has also provided guidance to the actors. (The couple met in 1999 on a national tour.) Mechalakos says the Bokhours "bring the insider knowledge of all the bits that aren't written in the script, which is so much fun for the Haldane actors. And Christine donated several pairs of her Broadway performance shoes. Everyone wanted to wear the shoes that touched a Broadway stage." "I love watching light bulbs go on for kids when they grasp a move or a joke or a moment," Bokhour says. Amelia Alayon as Roxie Hart Elaine Llewellyn as Velma Kelly Merrick Williams as Billy Flynn Oliver Petkus as Amos Hart Lucia Petty as Mama Morton Molly Bernstein as Little Mary Sunshine With all the razzle-dazzle, Mechalakos feels that many productions of Chicago don't focus on what the show is actually about, which is "our national obsession with celebrity and scandal and the media obsession with such. It's about inequity and corruption in our criminal justice system, and the cynical idea that crime pays and it's a circus act, all show business." The students will perform the "teen edition" of the musical, which does not include the songs "Little Bit of Good" and "Class" and has other trims and substitutions. Chicago opened on Broadway in 1975 and ran for two years with Chita Rivera (who died Jan. 30) as Velma Kelly and Gwen Verdon as Roxie Hart. Jerry Orbach represented law and disorder as attorney Billy Flynn. The show was revived in 1996. Haldane Drama will perform Chicago at 7 p.m. on March 22 and 23 and at 2 p.m. on March 24 in the school auditorium at 15 Craigside Drive in Cold Spring. Tickets are $15, or $8 for seniors an...
In this episode, your theatre-obsessed besties, Ben Cameron and Michael Judson Berry, continue counting down each of their top 10 characters from Broadway musicals, from 5 down to 1, and share a story about why they picked each show. Plus, the fellas are joined by America's Got Talent semi-finalist and social media fave, Tory Vagasy! Tory chats about her love for theatre, and then shares HER top 5 musical theatre characters of all time. Which characters will crack their top 5? Elphaba, Velma Kelly, Reno Sweeney, Frank-N-Furter, Hamilton, The Phantom, Grizabella? You gotta listen to find out! Do you want to have access to even more razzly-dazzly exclusive bonus episodes, be a part of a private group of theatre obsessed peeps just like you, and chat directly with Ben and Michael? It's super simple! CLICK HERE to join our Patreon Family! Follow us on social media @theatrecountdown
In this episode, your theatre-obsessed besties, Ben Cameron and Michael Judson Berry, begin counting down each of their top 10 characters from Broadway musicals, from 10 down to 6, and share a story about why they picked each show. Which characters will crack their top 10? Elphaba, Velma Kelly, Reno Sweeney, Frank-N-Furter, Hamilton, The Phantom, Grizabella? You gotta listen to find out! Plus, the fellas chat about the latest theatre news, recent shows they have seen, and more. Do you want to have access to even more razzly-dazzly exclusive bonus episodes, be a part of a private group of theatre obsessed peeps just like you, and chat directly with Ben and Michael? It's super simple! CLICK HERE to join our Patreon Family! Follow us on social media @theatrecountdown
This week on Tuesday January 30th the theatre community lost two very important and influential members Chita Rivera & Hinton Battle. Today we turn our focus to Ms. Rivera who was not only a multi awarding artists (including two Tony Awards for Best Lead Actress in a Musical, the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Tony Award, two Drama Desk Awards, a Drama League Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom) but also a performer who was the consummate professional who worked tirelessly at her craft and lit up the stage with her dazzling charisma and incredible dancing. She was a true trailblazer whether it was through her origination of many iconic stage roles like Anita in West Story, Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie, Velma Kelly in Chicago, Anna in The Rink or Aurora in Kiss of the Spiderwoman or through her accolades including being the first Latina and the first Latino American to receive a Kennedy Center Honor in 2002. She was someone who continually inspired and mentored so many artists and had one of the most infectious laughs that could fill up any room she was in or an stage she was on. Chita Rivera was a true old school Broadway artist who kept their head down and focused on their work and we will certainly not see the likes of her again any time soon. So in honour of her passing we are revisiting our episode on Bye Bye Birdie which is the musical she earned her first Tony nomination for. We will also dive deeper into her work this season when we tackle Kiss of the Spiderwoman in a few weeks. But for now listen and enjoy this special tribute to a one of a kind artist. Don't forget to leave us a review and share your thoughts on this episode on our social media pages. Follow the links below to reach our pages. Facebook Instagram Twitter
pWotD Episode 2465: Chita Rivera Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of a popular Wikipedia page every day.With 185,019 views on Wednesday, 31 January 2024 our article of the day is Chita Rivera.Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero Anderson (January 23, 1933 – January 30, 2024), known professionally as Chita Rivera, was an American actress, singer, and dancer. Rivera received numerous accolades including two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards, and a Drama League Award. She was the first Latina and the first Latino American to receive a Kennedy Center Honor in 2002, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009. She won the Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018.After making her Broadway debut as a dancer in Guys and Dolls (1950), she went on to originate roles in Broadway musicals such as Anita in West Side Story (1957), Velma Kelly in Chicago (1975), and the title role in Kiss of the Spider Woman (1993). She was a ten-time Tony Award nominee, winning the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical twice for her roles in The Rink (1984) and Kiss of the Spider Woman (1993). She was Tony-nominated for her roles in Bye Bye Birdie (1961), Chicago (1975), Bring Back Birdie (1981), Merlin (1983), Jerry's Girls (1986), Nine (2003), Chita Rivera: The Dancer's Life (2005), and The Visit (2015).Rivera acted in the film Sweet Charity (1969) and appeared in Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (1978), and Tick, Tick... Boom! (2021). She played Connie Richardson in the CBS sitcom The New Dick Van Dyke Show (1973–1974). She also appeared on television in The Judy Garland Show (1963), The Carol Burnett Show (1971), and Will & Grace (2005). Her autobiography, Chita: A Memoir, was published in 2023.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:08 UTC on Thursday, 1 February 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Chita Rivera on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Arthur Neural.
An alarming new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a shift toward shorter pregnancies and earlier births. Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News medical contributor and editor at large for Public Health at KFF, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the report, early-birth risk factors and what expecting mothers can look out for.The Federal Reserve is expected to wrap up its first rate meeting of 2024 on Wednesday. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what to expect and how the Fed's interest rate decisions affect your finances.The CEOs of Snap, TikTok, X, Meta and Discord are expected to testify at a Senate hearing Wednesday to discuss steps their companies are taking to protect children on their platforms. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent sat down for an exclusive interview with two senators spearheading the effort to hold tech companies accountable for endangering kids.Tributes are continuing to pour in for Broadway legend Chita Rivera, known for bringing to life some of theater's most classic roles like Anita in "West Side Story” and Velma Kelly in "Chicago." Rivera died Tuesday at age 91. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers reflects on her decades-long career.January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, and health officials are urging adults – especially those who are age 40 and up – to get routine eye exams. Dr. Christopher Starr, an ophthalmologist and associate professor of ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medicine, joins us to discuss the importance of eye health.Trevor Noah is returning to host the Grammy Awards for the fourth year in a row on Sunday, Feb. 4. The comedian and former "The Daily Show" host speaks with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about his favorite part of hosting the Grammys, how he overcomes nerves on stage, the surreal experience of being nominated for Best Comedy Album and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Real ‘Chicago' MurdersEpisode 352 explores the two murders that inspired the hit musical “Chicago,” which was based on a play by Maurine Watkins, who did some reporting on both cases as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune. I'll be joined by my colleague Susan Ferman, whose own podcast Catastrophic Calamities, will premiere next week on the Pulpular Media network. Susan will read about the case of Beulah Annan, who became Roxy Hart on stage. I will read the case of Belva Gaertner, who became Velma Kelly.Culled from the historic pages of the Chicago Tribune, the New York Daily News, and other newspapers of the era.This episode includes a reference to a fellow murderess Sabela Nitti, whose story you can hear about in True Crime Historian 230, The Ugly Duckling Murderess.
Broadway's Mary Claire King puts her right shoe on first. Always. U guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap has some incredible casting announcements! Then I am joined by Broadway beauty and my dear friend, Mary Claire King! Mary Claire has been onstage in Chicago on Broadway since 2019, playing both the role of Liz in the ensemble, as well as covering the iconic role of Velma Kelly. She shares her experience maintaining her stamina in the longest running musical currently playing on Broadway, and the weight of the show's legacy. From performing opposite Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole in War Paint, to kicking her face in the ensemble of the Broadway revival of My Fair Lady, MCK can truly do it all. She shares about her endeavors outside the realm of musical theater, and how she continues to hone her craft through dance class and vocal training. I adore Mary Claire, U don't want to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zoe Ventoura is one of Australia's most loved actors, best known for her role as Melissa in Packed To The Rafters, a character whose shock death left Australian audiences heartbroken. In her very first podcast appearance, Zoe explains why she's never been comfortable talking about herself when she's not performing, and how she manages to stay strong and not give up when facing rejection as an actor here and in Hollywood. Jess and Zoe also dig deep on the courage it took to step back from one of Australia's most adored TV characters, and the surprising reason she embarked on a double degree in Psychology and counseling. Zoe is now returning to her first love - the musical theatre stage to star in the sensational musical Chicago in her dream role as the iconic Velma Kelly, if youre like us and cant wait to see her sizzle in this role, show and ticketing info is here Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? We'd love you to share your guest ideas hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Logan Floyd is an actor who has been able to take part in memorable musical theatre shows. In their early days, they got the part take in productions of Legally Blonde, Cats, and Into the Woods. Pre and post pandemic they have been traveling the country on the national tour of the hit musical, Chicago as Velma Kelly. Floyd finds inspiration for their version of this iconic character from musical theatre icon, Bebe Neuworth in fact, they have named their Velma wig "Bebe" to pay homage to her. In addition to being taking the show all around the United States, Floyd and a majority of her current fellow cast members (Jess DiForte and Evy Vaughn just to name some) are bringing the show to South Korea for summer 2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jayme-starr/support
CHICAGO Book by Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse | Music by John Kander | Lyrics by Fred Ebb | Based on the play by Maurine Dallas WatkinsWorks Consulted & Reference :Chicago (Original Libretto) by Fred Ebb & Bob FosseFosse by Sam WassonColored Lights: Forty Years of Words and Music, Show Biz, Collaboration, and All That Jazz by John Kander, Fred Ebb, as told to Greg LawrenceMusic 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"Nobody" from Absysinia | Music by Bert Williams, Lyrics by Alex Rogers | Recorded for the Victor label"Mister Cellophane” from Chicago (New Broadway Cast Recording 1997) | Music by John Kander | Lyrics by Fred Ebb | Performed by Joel Grey"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
Jess DiForte is an actress from Staten Island, New York. She grew up with lots of love and appreciation for both dance and musical theatre. DiForte has performed in productions of iconic shows such as West Side Story and A Chorus Line where she danced her heart out on stage. One of her major career accomplishments was doing a production of Cats on The Royal Caribbean Cruise Line where she got to dance around the stage and forget the fact that she was a human. Now, DiForte is touring the country for the first time on the national tour of the hit Broadway Musical, Chicago. In this show, she plays June and dances in the ensemble. Additionally, she understudies the role of Velma Kelly, and she has gone on multiple times playing this part. DiForte will continue with the tour as it will travel to South Korea for the summer of 2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jayme-starr/support
WELCOME TO SEASON 2! We're back with a brand new season of the Theatre Thoughts Podcast and on our very first episode of the season, I sit down with Australian Theatre Royalty, Sharon Millerchip. Sharon is currently starring in the new Australian play A Broadcast Coup and takes time out of her busy schedule to talk about her career and history in Australian Theatre, including her role as Associate Director on SIX the Musical, and her starring roles as Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly in Chicago which landed her two seperate Helpmann Awards. You can book tickets to A Broadcast Coup which plays at the Ensemble Theatre until 04 Mar 2023 in the link here. Support the podcast by signing up to our PATREON as we prepare to release exlusive member only access to the content in 2023! Don't forget you can find all our episode information on our dedicated podcast site. Follow the link in this episode's description or follow us on the Official Podcast Instagram @ttpod_official. About Sharon Sharon Millerchip is one of the busiest actors on the Australian stage with three prestigious Helpmann Awards to her name. Sharon most recently starred as Caroline in Yve Blake's FANGIRLS for Belvoir and Queensland Theatre Companies and as Joan in SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS for the Darlinghurst Theatre. For The Ensemble Theatre Sharon played Penny in Melanie Tait's smash hit THE APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE, starred as the eponymous heroine SHIRLEY VALENTINE and in Johanna Murray-Smith's smash hit BOMBSHELLS. In BOMBSHELLS Sharon played all six roles in this one-woman play earning her a Sydney Theatre Award nomination for Leading Actress in a Play. Sharon is part of an elite group of women worldwide who have played both Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart in CHICAGO and she received Helpmann Awards for both roles as well as the Sydney Theatre Award for Roxie Hart. Show Timings 2:00 - Welcome Sharon Millerchip! 06:17 - Hurdles in your early career 9:00 - A Broadcast Coup 17:07 - The Helpmann Awards 20:15 - 1 Minute Theatre Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this podcast, Paul goes Behind the Curtain with the stars of “Chicago the Musical.” Katie Frieden, who plays Roxie Hart, and Logan Floyd, who plays Velma Kelly, talk about the wonderful production of this 25th Anniversary Tour. With classic Kander and Ebb songs including “All that Jazz,” “Razzle Dazzle,” and “Mr. Cellophane,” and Ann Reinking […]
Madeleine Corliss is a true triple threat. She is an actress, singer, and dancer who has been able to performed in some of the most beloved shows. Some of the shows she has been able to take part in are Urinetown, Spamalot, and Chicago. In fact, Corliss has been able to play both female leading roles of both Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart in the different variations of the show that she has done. Corliss is a graduate of Syracuse University where she got to be in the same space academically with Mary Kate Morissey (Season 1), Jonalyn Saxer (Season 1), and Hannah Corneau (Holiday Special). When Broadway.com was searching for a new Roxie Hart to bring to the Broadway stage, Corliss auditioned and made it to the semi finals. Although she didn't make it to the finals and become the name on everybody's lips in NYC, it was still an honor for her to take part in a competition like this. Outside of musical theatre, Corliss runs an energy healing/coaching business called The Energy Studio, and has a podcast of her own along with this side project. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jayme-starr/support
Vicki Lewis (vickilewis.com)(IG:@vickilewis1)is perhaps best known for her role as Beth the secretary on the hit NBC series “Newsradio”. She also starred in the NBC series“Three Sisters” with Diane Cannon. She has had recurring and guest starring roles on “Doll & Em” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” “The Middle” “Bones” “Dirt” “Grey's Anatomy” “'Til Death” “Surviving Suburbia” ”Sonny With A Chance” “Melissa and Joey” “Caroline In The City” “Norm” “The Five Mrs. Buchanans” “Phenom” “Murphy Brown” “Grace Under Fire” “Seinfeld” and “Home Improvement”. Her Films include: “The Ugly Truth” ”Den Brother” “The Last Day Of Summer” “California Dreamin” (Dave Foley and Lea Thompson) “Godzilla” (1998) “Mousehunt” (Nathan Lane, Lee Evans and Christoper Walken) “Pushing Tin” (John Cusack, Billy Bob Thornton Angelina Jolie and Cate Blanchett )“I'll Do Anything” (Nick Nolte, Albert Brooks) “The Huntress” “Bye Bye Birdie” (Tyne Daly, Jason Alexander) and “Breakfast Of Champions”. (Bruce Willis, Nick Nolte) Her voice can be heard in Pixar's animated blockbuster “Finding Nemo” as well as “Alpha and Omega” “Wonder Woman” “Justice League – The New Froniter” “Doctor Doolittle: Million Dollar Mutts” ”Scooby Doo” ”Ben 10: Alien Force” “Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures” “King Of The Hill” “Rugrats” “An Extremely Goofy Movie” “Phineas And Ferb” and she voices Wonder Woman in “Batman – The Brave And The Bold” for Warner Brothers. She starred as Velma Kelly in the Broadway and Las Vegas productions of “Chicago”. She played Gloria Thorpe in the Tony nominated “Damn Yankees” she performed as a soloist in “An Evening With the Pops” at Carnegie Hall (with the late great Skitch Henderson) and in “Pal Joey” (opposite Patti Lupone and Peter Gallagher) for “Encores”. She received the Ovation Award for her performance in the world premiere of Michael John Lachuisa's “Hotel C'est L'amoure” at The Blank Theatre in Los Angeles, and was nominated for an Ovation award for her performance in ”How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying” (directed by Marcia Milgrim Dodge) for the Reprise Theatre Company. Also for Reprise – “I Love My Wife” “My One and Only” “City of Angels” and “Carol Burnett In Conversation”. Vicki starred in “Funny Girl” “ Into The Woods” “Gypsy” “Anything Goes” and “The Little Mermaid” for CaliforniaMusic Circus. “East of Midnight,” her debut album, which she wrote and produced with Junior Burke, and which was orchestrated by Stephen Taylor, is available on iTunes, along with her hit EP of Christmas songs “Santa's Little Helper”.
Vicki Lewis (vickilewis.com)(IG:@vickilewis1)is perhaps best known for her role as Beth the secretary on the hit NBC series “Newsradio”. She also starred in the NBC series“Three Sisters” with Diane Cannon. She has had recurring and guest starring roles on “Doll & Em” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” “The Middle” “Bones” “Dirt” “Grey's Anatomy” “'Til Death” “Surviving Suburbia” ”Sonny With A Chance” “Melissa and Joey” “Caroline In The City” “Norm” “The Five Mrs. Buchanans” “Phenom” “Murphy Brown” “Grace Under Fire” “Seinfeld” and “Home Improvement”. Her Films include: “The Ugly Truth” ”Den Brother” “The Last Day Of Summer” “California Dreamin” (Dave Foley and Lea Thompson) “Godzilla” (1998) “Mousehunt” (Nathan Lane, Lee Evans and Christoper Walken) “Pushing Tin” (John Cusack, Billy Bob Thornton Angelina Jolie and Cate Blanchett )“I'll Do Anything” (Nick Nolte, Albert Brooks) “The Huntress” “Bye Bye Birdie” (Tyne Daly, Jason Alexander) and “Breakfast Of Champions”. (Bruce Willis, Nick Nolte) Her voice can be heard in Pixar's animated blockbuster “Finding Nemo” as well as “Alpha and Omega” “Wonder Woman” “Justice League – The New Froniter” “Doctor Doolittle: Million Dollar Mutts” ”Scooby Doo” ”Ben 10: Alien Force” “Betsy's Kindergarten Adventures” “King Of The Hill” “Rugrats” “An Extremely Goofy Movie” “Phineas And Ferb” and she voices Wonder Woman in “Batman – The Brave And The Bold” for Warner Brothers. She starred as Velma Kelly in the Broadway and Las Vegas productions of “Chicago”. She played Gloria Thorpe in the Tony nominated “Damn Yankees” she performed as a soloist in “An Evening With the Pops” at Carnegie Hall (with the late great Skitch Henderson) and in “Pal Joey” (opposite Patti Lupone and Peter Gallagher) for “Encores”. She received the Ovation Award for her performance in the world premiere of Michael John Lachuisa's “Hotel C'est L'amoure” at The Blank Theatre in Los Angeles, and was nominated for an Ovation award for her performance in ”How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying” (directed by Marcia Milgrim Dodge) for the Reprise Theatre Company. Also for Reprise – “I Love My Wife” “My One and Only” “City of Angels” and “Carol Burnett In Conversation”. Vicki starred in “Funny Girl” “ Into The Woods” “Gypsy” “Anything Goes” and “The Little Mermaid” for CaliforniaMusic Circus. “East of Midnight,” her debut album, which she wrote and produced with Junior Burke, and which was orchestrated by Stephen Taylor, is available on iTunes, along with her hit EP of Christmas songs “Santa's Little Helper”.
"I don't believe in the glorification of murder. I do believe in the empowerment of women."- Lady Gaga Welcome to Chicago. Where the music is as hot as the crime and the crime can make you famous. Enter Roxy Hart and Velma Kelly. Both are accused of a crime they absolutely did commit, both are desperate to keep their names in the newspapers, and both think that they don't need the other. Beautiful musical numbers that showcase the talented cast shine here, but the star of the show is "The Cellblock Tango." Laura Marie wishes she could sing and Jessica Marie wishes she could dance alongside the ladies of Murderess Row as they deliver the most memorable number of the movie. Pop. Six. Squish. Uh Uh. Cicero. Lipschitz. They had it coming. TW / CW: EDs and sexual assault For additional TW/CW information for your future reads, head to this site for more: https://triggerwarningdatabase.com/ Spoilers: no spoilers to our knowledge Mentions: Moulin Rouge, Hamilton, Burlesque, The Vampire Diaries, Suckerpunch, Empire Records, Ozark, The Devil Wears Prada *Thank you for listening to us! Please subscribe and leave a 5 star review and follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acofaepodcast/) at @ACOFAEpodcast and on our TikToks! TikTok: ACOFAELaura : Laura Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaelaura?) ACOFAEJessica : Jessica Marie (https://www.tiktok.com/@acofaejessica?)
CW: Adult themes/descriptions of violence LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED Gangsters, speakeasies, jazz, bootleg liquor, and “girl-bandit” murders… Chicago of the 1920s was the backdrop for the incredibly successful play Chicago, as well as the movies that followed. But did you know that the violent slayings committed by the sexy residents of ‘Murderess' Row,' Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, were based on actual murders? Listen to this intriguing Chicago Part 1 episode to hear the true crime behind two of the most well-known killings in film and stage history. If you thought the murders committed by Roxie and Velma were unbelievable, hold onto your fedora…
J. Harrison Ghee made their Broadway debut as Lola in the Tony-winning musical “Kinky Boots” where they received recognition for their performance. J. briefly talks about their humble beginnings, from coming out to their parents and leaving their hometown in North Carolina to pursuing their dreams and sharing their talent with the world. They share some of their stage credits, including their role as Velma Kelly in The Muny's “Chicago”, which was played by Catherine Zeta-Jones in the movie. They have been breaking gender barriers when it comes to casting and how we imagine traditional roles. J. also talks about drag as one of their passions, the importance of thinking outside of the box as an artist, and why “you have to free yourself to see yourself”. J. Harrison Ghee is a Broadway actor and drag artist born and raised in North Carolina and is currently based in New York City. They have performed all over the world, and made their Broadway debut as Lola in “Kinky Boots” the musical and has received recognition for their performance. They originated the role of Andre Mayem in “Mrs. Doubtfire”, and will appear as Jerry/Daphne in the 2022 stage musical “Some Like It Hot”. Their TV credits include HBO's "High Maintenance" and the Netflix series, "Raising Dion". In this episode, we talk about: How J. got the role of Velma in "Chicago". Gender pronouns and gender fluidity Growing up in North Carolina Doing drag and entertaining as part of J.'s ministry Connect with J.: Twitter: @jharrisonghee Instagram: @jharrisonghee 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
This week my guest is singer, and songwriter, Alexandra Cabanilla now known as CABA.She tells us of her journey and how music has taken her all over the world.https://cabamusica.com/Singer, songwriter, actress, producer, and vocal coach. She has become one of the most talented exponents of Ecuadorian vocal music, being part of important jazz and contemporary music projects in Ecuador. She opened for renowned musicians such as Jorge Drexler and Marco Antonio Solis.In the academic field, she was a student of the FOSJE (Youth Orchestra Foundation of Ecuador), and a student of the National Conservatory. She has a degree in Contemporary Music from the Universidad San Francisco de Quito joint with Berklee College of Music. Certified teacher in "Music Together" early musical stimulation.Winner of the "Emisarios Del Jazz 2008" contest organized by the Embassy of the United States, performing at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC followed by a national tour in Ecuador with this format.She ventured into the world of musicals with leading roles: Old-fashioned lover , Enriqueta and the ever-late story, Enredos entre dos y Les Miserables as Fantine, Yerma in Canto Yermo , an adaptation of the original script by García Lorca, Chicago as Velma Kelly.General producer of the Opera Madame Butterfly 2018 and Producer of Chicago el musical 2019.In 2012, she was invited to perform the soundtrack of the renowned Mexican documentary ABC Nunca Más by famous director Pedro Ultreras.This is how he brings original compositions of Ecuadorian music to movie theaters in Mexican and North American lands with great reception.In 2014, she became the first Ecuadorian to be hired as a solo singer by the prestigious Cirque du Soleil , in the OVO show.2015 tour in Japan. Obtaining a Pedro Pablo Traversari award for personalities from the world of the arts 2015.After his two record productions (Pasional and Sweet Christmas), he is now working on his third record album, hoping to be on digital platforms.This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/
What does mental health look like in one of the most cutthroat industries in the world? Can a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis ever be a good thing? And must the show always go on? In this week's episode, actress Nikka Graff Lanzarone talks mental stamina, why certain mental health conditions go underdiagnosed in women and the “epiphany” of being diagnosed with ADHD at 37. “There's also like a certain amount of grieving that comes with [being diagnosed], that you're like, ‘Oh, so it didn't have to be like this my whole life. Cool.'” Nikka also explores how her battle with depression and anxiety shaped her as a performer, and the natural therapy of dance. “When you're dancing, you don't have to deal with any of that. All you have to do is say whatever it is you're trying to say and you don't have to talk. … I get a break from having to be myself and dealing with my s*** for two and a half hours. I get a break from me.” For Nikka, an important facet of her acting career is something that goes hand in hand with mental health – the work she does as a labor advocate. “We are desperately trying to change that [‘show must go on'] culture. I'm an elected official in my union also and part of like a grassroots progressive organization that [asks], but why … why? It doesn't have to be this way. Who said it had to be this way?” In This Episode Nikka's showbiz family and how she got her start (02:31) The journey to Nikka's recent ADHD diagnosis “epiphany” (10:10) How ADHD affects men and women differently, and why it goes undiagnosed in many women (12:29) Connecting with family members who don't have mental health conditions, and the “relief” of starting medication (14:35) The role of mental stamina in an emotionally and physically taxing industry (20:45) Nikka's labor advocacy and the myth of “the show must go on” (28:57) Performance as therapy (33:11) The impact of COVID-19 on Broadway and Nikka's mental health (36:03) Dealing with anxiety as a performer (43:39) Our Guest Actress Nikka Graff Lanzarone is a showbiz veteran with credits ranging from Velma Kelly in Broadway's “Chicago” to hit TV shows like “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “Inventing Anna.” As a labor advocate, Nikka serves as a councilor of Actors' Equity Association and is a delegate to the New York City Central Labor Council. She is also on the board of the Actors' Equity Foundation and is a core member of #FairWageOnstage. Resources & Links Off The Cuff On YouTube On Apple Podcasts On Spotify On Instagram Danny LoPriore on Instagram Nikka Graff Lanzarone On Twitter On Instagram On IMDb #FairWageOnstage More On Mental Health National Suicide Prevention Lifeline National Helpline Database Why ADHD in Women is Routinely Dismissed
Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 473, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: That's The Spot 1: This stickier version of "Jurassic Park" is at 5801 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. La Brea Tar Pits. 2: This patriot of few regrets was hanged in 1776 on what is now 66th and 3rd in New York City. Nathan Hale. 3: In 1993 Joe Carter hit a World Series-winning home run at 1 Blue Jays Way in this city. Toronto. 4: At 110 stories, see the taller side of Sears at 233 S. Wacker Dr, in this city. Chicago. 5: A sign that says "Get In Here" greets you at the Fog City Diner, located at 1300 Battery St. in this U.S. city. San Francisco. Round 2. Category: Robin 1: He's starred in 2 "Good" movies: "Good Morning, Vietnam" and "Good Will Hunting". Robin Williams. 2: That old gang of his included Will, John and Tuck. Robin Hood. 3: He's the only Bee Gee who fits the category. Robin Gibb. 4: This former soap star is married to Sean Penn. Robin Wright. 5: Medical thriller writer who has given us "Coma" and "Vector". Robin Cook. Round 3. Category: Special "Ed" 1: This city's name derives from the Celtic word meaning "Eiden's Fort". Edinburgh. 2: In our opinion, it's a newspaper article that represents the publisher's point of view. editorial. 3: At least the Antarctic range named for this Henry Ford descendant isn't considered a failure. Edsel Ford. 4: Hell-oooo, possums, "She's" the international star who took a "Royal Tour" in 2001. Dame Edna Everage. 5: This place, whose name means "place of pleasure", is often thought to have been in Mesopotamia. Garden of Eden. Round 4. Category: Broadway Roles 1: In 1951 he was "The King"; Gertrude Lawrence was "I". Yul Brynner. 2: In 2002 this "Notes on a Scandal" dame went "Into the Woods" as Giant (well, her recorded voice did, anyway). Judi Dench. 3: In 1968, before the force was with him, he landed the lead in "The Great White Hope". James Earl Jones. 4: (Hi. I'm Bebe Neuwirth.)In 1997 I won my 2nd Tony Award for playing Velma Kelly in "Chicago"; in 2007 I appeared in a revival of the production playing this dancer, Velma's rival. Roxie. 5: In 1948 he was drafted to play "Mister Roberts". Henry Fonda. Round 5. Category: Also An Apple Variety 1: Irish satirist Swift. Jonathan. 2: Acting brothers Alec, Billy and Stephen. Baldwin. 3: Broadway musical about Charlemagne's son. Pippin. 4: British royal house symbolized by a white rose. York. 5: Austere, like the people of an ancient Greek city. Spartan. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!
Emanuelle araújo, cantora e atriz. Já fez parte da Banda Eva, e atualmente está em cartaz com "Chicago - O Musical", dando vida a Velma Kelly
Listen to Autumn tell you about a swatting case that led to the murder of Andrew Finch and Erin does part two of her Chicago tribute Belva Gaertner aka the real Velma Kelly. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
With episodes nearing 300 in the STAGES archive, it's time to revisit conversations featured in our previous seasons. STAGES spotlights such episodes, in case you missed them the first time ‘round - or so you can simply savour, a second listen. Either way, you'll accessing precious oral histories from the people who were there, on and around our stages.Geraldine Turner is one of the Music Theatre's legitimate and intelligent voices. She conveys passion, truth and power in a voice that she has given to many of the form's great characters - Nancy, Mrs Lovett, Joanne, Petra, Sally Adams, Desiree Armfeldt, Reno Sweeney, The Baker's Wife, Velma Kelly and Felicia Alden.She has chartered a career spanning 4 decades and is an artist at ease in any form. She has mastered cabaret, plays, television and film – and has recently become a playwright, a director and a memoirist.Geraldine Turner's autobiography, ‘Turner's Turn - a disarmingly honest memoir' was recently released by New Holland Publishers. It is a compelling record of a life navigatedIn Turner's Turn she shares poignant stories of her relationship with her parents and siblings and the many years of commitment required to make it to the top. Geraldine describes frankly the highs and disappointments of a life in show business, the challenge of maintaining personal relationships alongside a demanding schedule of rehearsals and performances, as well as the rivalries and camaraderie amongst those who have made the stage their life.Geraldine Turner appeared in the very first week of episodes when STAGES launched in 2018. Always frank and possessed of great warmth, Turner is the ideal guest. So popular was her story, we continued it in a companion episode, released in 2019.We share this first episode today to mark the launch of her stellar story with Turner's Turn - and to celebrate Geraldine as one of the Australian Musical Theatre's greatest stars!The Bookshop Darlinghurst and Claire's Kitchen will be hosting a literary launch of Geraldine Turner's memoir - Turner's Turn - at Claire's Kitchen on Sunday May 22nd between 3pm and 6pm.It will be a wonderful opportunity to meet the author and hear some of her story. She will be in conversation with the STAGES podcast.So, come along and say hello. Bookings can be made through The Bookshop, Darlinghurst, from next week.The Stages podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Spotify, Whooshkaa and where you find your favourite podcasts. www.stagespodcast.com.au
Book Vs. Movie “Musicals in March” The 1926 Play Chicago Vs the 2000 Filmed AdaptationOur second pick this month for “Musicals in March” is Chicago which has a rich history in two important cities--Chicago and New York City. The original play was based on the true-crime work of Maurine Dallas Watkins--a journalist and playwright who had a flair for juicy dialogue. Born in Louisville, Kentucky sometime around 1896 (the state has no record of her birth) Watkins was ambitious enough to try her hand at playwriting when most women were not taken seriously as writers. On the advice of one of her instructors, Watkins moved to Chicago to work as a newspaper reporter. Her time at the Chicago Tribune only lasted eight months, but her coverage of accused murderers Belva Gaertner and Beulah Sheriff Annan caused a sensation with the “jazz babies” entering the imaginations of millions of readers. (She later felt guilty about making them sound more charming than they deserved.) After joining the Yale School of Drama, she wrote the play “The Brave Little Woman” with characters “Roxie Hart” and “Velma” which later became Chicago. After a respectable run on Broadway (the touring company included a then-unknown Clark Gable), she went on to write 20 more plays and became a Hollywood screenwriter. By saving and investing her money, she made a fortune and retired to Florida when not traveling the world. She was never married or had children and died quietly in 1969. After her death, stars Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse bought the rights to Chicago and partnered with John Kander and Fred Ebb to work on the music & score after their combined success with Cabaret. The 1975 production was a slow burn due to the illness of Verdon until Liza Minelli subbed for her. The musical would lose most major TONY Awards to A Chorus Line but it went on to become a $2 billion franchise and the second longest-running show on Broadway since the revival in 1996. The basic story of Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, Billy Flynn, and “Mama Morton” is one of the old adages “if it bleeds, it leads” with the media portraying the boozy dames as 1920s nouveau heroes. The songs are some of the catchiest you will ever hear in one show including “All That Jazz,” When You're Good to Mama,” Roxie,” “I Can't Do it Alone,” and “Nowadays.” Rob Marshall directed the 2002 film that stars Renee Zellweger (Roxie,) Catherine Zeta-Jones (Velma,) Richard Gere (Billy Flynn,) Queen Latifah (“Mama” Morton,) John C. Reilly (Amos Hart,) Christine Baranski (Mary Sunshine,) and Taye Diggs as the Bandleader.So, between the original play and the musical adaptation--which did we prefer? In this ep the Margos discuss:The origin story is based on real-life criminals in the 1920sHow the musical originally came togetherThe differences between the film and stageThe musical is a cash cow for theater. Clips used:TV ad 1977Chicago original trailerJerry Orbach TONY Awards 1976Gwen Verdon & Chita Rivera 1977 Mike Douglas ShowRichard Gere as Billy FlynnQueen Latifah as “Mama” MortonThe Cell Block TangoMusic by John Kander & Lyrics by Fed EbbBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page to help support the show! https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.comEmail us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.comMargo P. @ShesNachoMama https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine
Book Vs. Movie “Musicals in March” The 1926 Play Chicago Vs the 2000 Filmed AdaptationOur second pick this month for “Musicals in March” is Chicago which has a rich history in two important cities--Chicago and New York City. The original play was based on the true-crime work of Maurine Dallas Watkins--a journalist and playwright who had a flair for juicy dialogue. Born in Louisville, Kentucky sometime around 1896 (the state has no record of her birth) Watkins was ambitious enough to try her hand at playwriting when most women were not taken seriously as writers. On the advice of one of her instructors, Watkins moved to Chicago to work as a newspaper reporter. Her time at the Chicago Tribune only lasted eight months, but her coverage of accused murderers Belva Gaertner and Beulah Sheriff Annan caused a sensation with the “jazz babies” entering the imaginations of millions of readers. (She later felt guilty about making them sound more charming than they deserved.) After joining the Yale School of Drama, she wrote the play “The Brave Little Woman” with characters “Roxie Hart” and “Velma” which later became Chicago. After a respectable run on Broadway (the touring company included a then-unknown Clark Gable), she went on to write 20 more plays and became a Hollywood screenwriter. By saving and investing her money, she made a fortune and retired to Florida when not traveling the world. She was never married or had children and died quietly in 1969. After her death, stars Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse bought the rights to Chicago and partnered with John Kander and Fred Ebb to work on the music & score after their combined success with Cabaret. The 1975 production was a slow burn due to the illness of Verdon until Liza Minelli subbed for her. The musical would lose most major TONY Awards to A Chorus Line but it went on to become a $2 billion franchise and the second longest-running show on Broadway since the revival in 1996. The basic story of Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, Billy Flynn, and “Mama Morton” is one of the old adages “if it bleeds, it leads” with the media portraying the boozy dames as 1920s nouveau heroes. The songs are some of the catchiest you will ever hear in one show including “All That Jazz,” When You're Good to Mama,” Roxie,” “I Can't Do it Alone,” and “Nowadays.” Rob Marshall directed the 2002 film that stars Renee Zellweger (Roxie,) Catherine Zeta-Jones (Velma,) Richard Gere (Billy Flynn,) Queen Latifah (“Mama” Morton,) John C. Reilly (Amos Hart,) Christine Baranski (Mary Sunshine,) and Taye Diggs as the Bandleader.So, between the original play and the musical adaptation--which did we prefer? In this ep the Margos discuss:The origin story is based on real-life criminals in the 1920sHow the musical originally came togetherThe differences between the film and stageThe musical is a cash cow for theater. Clips used:TV ad 1977Chicago original trailerJerry Orbach TONY Awards 1976Gwen Verdon & Chita Rivera 1977 Mike Douglas ShowRichard Gere as Billy FlynnQueen Latifah as “Mama” MortonThe Cell Block TangoMusic by John Kander & Lyrics by Fed EbbBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page to help support the show! https://www.patreon.com/bookversusmovie Book Vs. Movie podcast https://www.facebook.com/bookversusmovie/Twitter @bookversusmovie www.bookversusmovie.comEmail us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. @BrooklynFitChik www.brooklynfitchick.com brooklynfitchick@gmail.comMargo P. @ShesNachoMama https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine
It was only three months after opening the new production of Les Miserables at the refurbished Sondheim Theatre that the show closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, after 2 years since the production opened, Josefina Gabrielle is back on the West End stage playing Madame Thénardier. With the West End now fully lit up, Josefina took some time to talk to us about the new production of the iconic show and what it has been like portraying the deliciously wicked character. She tells us very eloquently on the universality of the show and why the the message still resonates so strongly with audiences today. Indeed, Les Miserables first arrived on the London scene in 1985 and yet audiences are still returning to the show today. With rousing numbers like One Day More, Master of the House and I Dreamed a Dream, Josefina tells us about how comforting it has also been to work on such a hopeful show during what has been a very dark time for many people. For nearly 30 years, Josefina Gabrielle has dazzled audiences across the country and even on Broadway. A three-time Olivier award nominee, Josefina has cemented herself in the industry as one of the West End's finest leading ladies, taking on roles in both high profile musicals like the National Theatre's Oklahoma! opposite Hugh Jackman as well as taking on dramatic roles like in Tonight at 8:30, a collection of Noël Coward plays at Chichester. She also remains one of few actresses to have played both Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart in Chicago. Today, Josefina Gabrielle remains humble as ever, happy looking back at many career highlights. She tells us she hopes to carry on working within the industry and we look forward to her creating and re-creating more brilliant work in the future.Les Miserables is running at the Sondheim Theatre in London and you can book tickets now!
If you're a theatre fan then this episode is right up your street, I'm joined by the West End Star, Djalenga Scott. Djalenga is an established stage & screen actress, who has become best known for starring in numerous leading roles in West End and number one UK productions. She's done all the classics in theatre; we're talking Cats, Annie, Grease, West Side Story, The Rocky Horror Show and that's just to name a few. Djalenga is currently starring as the iconic Velma Kelly in Chicago, on the UK & international tour. A live jazz band, strong vocals and stunning choreography. Not to mention Sheila Ferguson and Faye Brookes, the cast itself is so impressive. Djalenga really stands out as Velma Kelly and the audience regularly agree that she embodies this role. Listen now to hear Djalenga's West End story...
Nikka Graff Lanzrone is a musical theater performer who has starred in all different types of shows in the Big Apple. Her Broadway debut was in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. In this show, she starred alongside icons in the community such as Brian Stokes Mitchell, Patti LuPone, and Laura Benati. Her most recent show that Nikka did on Broadway was the current revival of the hit Broadway musical, Chicago where she played the rebellious Velma Kelly. (The role played by Catherine Zeta-Jones in the film) Getting to perform songs like All that Jazz and Cell Block Tango while doing Fossee choreography on a Broadway stage was a huge dream of hers and is something that she'll never forget. Fun Fact: Nikka's parents are also Broadway performers. They met originally doing Grease together (in the original company) and her mom, Ilene Graff was the first Sandy replacement. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jayme-starr/support
Don't forget to catch Ariana DeBose hosting SNL on Sat, Jan 15th 2022! Broadway News The Broadway League has updated its vaccination and mask policies to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as cases and hospitalizations continue to rise due to the Omicron variant. The biggest change is that children ages 5-11 will need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination, beginning January 29. The current vaccination and mask policy for adults and children over the age of 12 will remain in effect through April 30, extended from February 28. This policy states theatregoers are required to show proof that they have had their second dose at least 14 days prior to the show. Audiences must also wear a mask for the duration of the performance. New York City Center will now require audiences to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination plus a booster shot. A negative test result for audience members, including children, will not be accepted as an alternative. Audience members who are not yet eligible for a COVID-19 booster will still be able to attend performances, provided they show proof that they are two weeks past a one-dose vaccine or both doses of a two-dose vaccine. Once eligible for the booster, audience members will have a two-week grace period in which to obtain the booster for entry. The Public will also now require proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination and booster, effective January 21. Winners for the 2022 Golden Globes were announced on January 9. Among them were West Side Story for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, along with the film's stars Rachel Zegler and Ariana DeBose for Best Performance By an Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively. Also taking home honors were tick, tick…BOOM! star Andrew Garfield for Best Performance By An Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy and Pose leading lady Michaela Jaé Rodriguez for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama. Casting Two-time Tony nominee Charlotte d'Amboise returned to the cast of Chicago this past Monday. She is now celebrating 25 years with the company, and once again steps into the role of Roxie Hart. Bianca Marroquín, who has been with the production on and off for 20 years, has extended her current run as Velma Kelly through March 13. Ain't Too Proud and Motown star Nik Walker will return to Broadway's Hamilton, reprising his performance as Aaron Burr from March 1. Follow @BwayPodNetwork on Twitter. Find co-hosts on Twitter at @AyannaPrescod, @CLewisReviews, and @TheMartinAcuna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Creativity, Education, and Leadership Podcast with Ben Guest
Not everything you do has to be perfect.Logan Floyd and I met at an improv class through The Squirrel Comedy Theater in New York City (@TheSquirrelNYC). Logan most recently performed the lead role of Velma Kelly in the national tour of Chicago: The Musical (@ChicagoMusical).In this conversation, Logan and I talk:-How Logan's favorite band senior year of high school was Paramore (“High school was a lot of good material for an A24 film.”):-Studying Musical Theater with Kaitlin Hopkins at Texas State University and Kaitlin's note to slow down and enjoy the process.-The beauty of imperfection in improv.-Logan's key to understanding Velma Kelly was the insight, “She is scared to death.”-“I inhabit a character most when I can find their spirit of playfulness and that spirit of playfulness connects to my younger self.”-“In improv the first thing I think is, ‘How can I be helpful?'”-I reference the incredible musical improv of Improguise, based in Cape Town, South Africa (@ImproGuiseSA).-Logan and I improv two scenes from the suggestion “old soul.”
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with arguably the greatest Broadway actress of all time, Chita Rivera, who hosts the New Year's Eve special "United in Song" tonight on PBS. They discussed her prolific career, originating such iconic roles as Anita in "West Side Story," Rose in "Bye Bye Birdie" and Velma Kelly in "Chicago."
Welcome back to Season 4 of The Business of Show Business Podcast. Host Jamie Body is joined on this episode by J Harrison Ghee. They discuss performing on Broadway, the life-changing experience J had while performing as Lola in Kinky Boots, and playing Velma Kelly in Chicago. Twitter: https://twitter.com/jharrisonghee (https://twitter.com/jharrisonghee) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jharrisonghee/ (https://www.instagram.com/jharrisonghee/)
Roxie Hart wants to be a star, and Fred, Mama Morton, the Heiress, Amos, and not even Velma Kelly can stand in her way. Roxie is a survivor, it's gotta be Roxie. This week we sing and dance our way into the next musical in our musical themed month and take a trip back to 2002 to talk about one of the great musical adaptations and mispronounce quince Join us for Oscar wins, incredible costuming, scorned lovers, a slightly corrupt legal system, merry murderesses, all that jazz, and a chat about Chicago. This week's recipe comes from ThinkingClub! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dylan and Connor are joined by J. Harrison Ghee (Mrs. Doubtfire, Kinky Boots). It's spooky season, y'all! Listen in as they discuss Mrs. Doubtfire premiering on Broadway, Kyle Richards (and her bangs) in Halloween Kills, becoming Crystal Demure, life and art imitating each other, playing Lola in Kinky Boots internationally and on Broadway, auditioning for RuPaul's Drag Race, the joy of Chicken & Biscuits, manifesting a Rocky Horror Show revival off-Broadway, taking on the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago, and MORE. Catch J. in Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical this fall!Follow J. on Twitter & InstagramGet tickets to see J., Jay Armstrong Johnson, and more in the virtual Halloween show I Put a Spell on You: The Sanderson Variant here!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & InstagramFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorHERE is where you find official DRAMA. merch!SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HERE! Be the first to get our new merch, hear bonus episodes, and more!Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, rate us 5 stars, and leave a kind review!
Bianca Marroquín made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in the hit revival of CHICAGO and has returned to that show during Broadway's reopening as Velma Kelly. From a successful stage career in Mexico City to IN THE HEIGHTS and THE PAJAMA GAME on Broadway, playing Chita Rivera in FX's FOSSE/VERDON, and a starring role in the Apple TV series ACAPULCO this fall, Bianca is also the Ambassador for Viva Broadway, helping to bridge the gap between Broadway and the LatinX community. Join Bianca as she discusses her long-running relationship with CHICAGO and the joys of giving back. Learn more about about the worthy causes discussed in this episodes and how you can donate and/or help: Aquí Nadie Se Rinde I.A.P. PAME Connect with Bianca: Instagram: @biancapamelamarroquin Chicago The Musical Where You Are concert Connect with The Broadway Gives Back Podcast: Facebook: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Instagram: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Twitter: @broadwaygives Hosted & Executive Produced by Jan Svendsen and co-produced & edited by Jim Lochner. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network. Special thanks to Dori Berinstein, Alan Seales, and Kimberlee Garris from BPN; Julian Hills from The Bulldog Agency; and Eric Becker from Broderick Street Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broadway Flea-sized bits if information for you this time... Broadway News: Lin Manuel shared the opening track to his next musical film adaptation, Tick Tick Boom, called 30/90. The song is sung by Andrew Garfield, Joshua Henry, Vanessa Hudgens, Robin De Jesus, Alexndra Shipp and MJ Rodriguez. Aladdin has suspended performances until October 12 due to COVID-19 breakthrough cases detected in the cast. They released a statement that said “We apologize for the disappointment and inconvenience this causes ticket holders, but we trust that audiences agree that safety must be at the forefront of our return to Broadway….” We wish the cast and crew of Aladdin health and wellness on this journey. Thoughts of a Colored Man, the new Broadway play by Keenan Scott II has pushed up their opening day, and now will officially open on Wednesday, October 13th. This production also teamed up with merch., the first Black-owned Broadway merchandise company, to create and sell unique merchandise for Thoughts of a Colored Man. merch. was founded in July 2021 by Brandon Gloster and Brooklyn McLain. Pal Joey, the Rodgers and Hart-John O'Hara classic musical, has been revised in a brand-new production that will be heading to Broadway in the 2022-2023 season. There will be a new book by Richard LaGravenese, and iconic co-directors Tony Goldwyn and Savion Glover who will also do the choreography. Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Jonas have joined the roster of producers for the Broadway production of Chicken & Biscuits. The Tony-winning revival of Chicago, which reopened its doors September 14, has joined forces with the Broadway League to present a ¡Viva Broadway!night—celebrating Hispanic and Latino theatre makers and audiences—October 18 at the Ambassador Theatre. Portions of that evening's performance of the long-running production, which is celebrating 25 years on Broadway, will be performed in Spanish. The company is currently led by a trio of Latin leads: Ana Villafañe as Roxie Hart, Bianca Marroquín as Velma Kelly, and Tony winner Paulo Szot as Billy Flynn. The owners & operators of all 41 Broadway theatres in New York City have extended the vaccination and mask requirements for audiences through the end of the year. Casting News: The cast of Skeleton Crew will feature Chanté Adams, Brandon J. Dirden, Adesola Osakalumi and joining previously announced Tony Award winner and five-time Emmy Award nominee Phylicia Rashad. Skeleton Crew is written by Tony Award nominee Dominique Morisseau and directed by Tony Award winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson. Skeleton Crew will begin performances Tuesday, December 21, 2021 and open Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. A new production of Macbeth is headed to Broadway next year, starring Daniel Craig in the title role, alongside Ruth Negga, who will make her Broadway debut as Lady Macbeth. Girl From The North Country has announced the full cast for the production's return to Broadway on October 13th. Colin Bates will be joining the cast in the role of Gene Laine. Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the full cast starring alongside LaChanze in the Broadway production of “Trouble in Mind.” Michael Zegen will star as Al Manners, Chuck Cooper will star as Sheldon Forrester and Danielle Campbell will star as Judy Sears. Casting has been announced for the upcoming National Tour of The Prom. Kaden Kearney will star as Emma, Kalyn West as Alyssa Greene, Courtney Balan as Dee Dee Allen, Patrick Wetzel as Barry Glickman, Emily Borromeo as Angie Dickinson, Bud Weber as Trent Oliver, Sinclair Mitchell as Mr. Hawkins, Ashanti J'Aria as Mrs. Greene, and Shavey Brown as Sheldon Saperstein. Follow @BwayPodNetwork on Twitter. Find co-hosts on Twitter at @AyannaPrescod and @CLewisReviews. Tickets for Is This A Room and Dana H. playing in rep at the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway are on sale NOW! Purchase HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hoy nos enlazamos con la cantante y actriz Bianca Marroquín para hablar de su debut como Velma Kelly en Brodway. También platicamos vía zoom con el Tenor Arturo Chacón, quien nos presentó su álbum de música regional "De Mi Casa A Tu Casa". Posterior a la presentación de la primera exposición de la discografía de José José, Marysol Sosa y Laura Núñez conversaron con la prensa sobre los problemas que aún tienen con “las Saritas”. Además de toda la información del mundo del entretenimiento y los espectáculos que diariamente tenemos para usted.
Notable News: Pass Over had their official opening night on Sunday and the reviews are in! Broadway World's Christian Lewis said, “If we can follow the lead of this production, Broadway can pass over into something different, something better, something more equitable and diverse, something more political.” NY Daily News's Chris Jones said, “Pass Over” is a Biblically moralistic work that calls out white America, declares that Black lives matter, and demands structural change, especially regarding the police." Time Out's Adam Feldman gave the play 4 stars and said, "Pass Over is a risky enterprise—a serious non-musical show, opening in the summer amid a public-health crisis—and although Pass Over deals with questions of escape, it is far from escapist entertainment." The Broadway League recently announced that they will not publicly share grosses for the 2021-22 season. Moulin Rouge cast members will headline the 2021 US Open opening night ceremony. The Actors Fund revealed that performer Debbie Allen, philanthropist Niko Elmaleh, producer Stacey Mindich, and “Stars in The House” creators Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley will receive The Actors Fund's Medal of Honor at their 2021 Gala. Casting: Edmund Donovan heads to Broadway this fall in Lynn Nottage's latest play Clyde's. He completes a cast that also includes the previously announced Uzo Aduba, Ron Cephas Jones, Reza Salazar, and Kara Young. Leading the cast, casting office Stewart/Whitley revealed on a now-deleted Instagram post, will be Ana Villafañe (On Your Feet!) as Roxie Hart, Bianca Marroquín (a longtime Roxie in the revival) as Velma Kelly, and Tony winner Lillias White (The Life, How to Succeed…) as Matron Mama Morton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This month, the team discuss the musicals that have won Best Picture: the good, the bad, and the never agains. Gigi, directed by Vincente Minelli, and starring Leslie Caron, tells the story of 16 year-old Gigi, who begins her training as a courtesan and, in the process, tames the heart of Paris' most eligible bachelor Gaston - played by Louis Jordan. Rob Marshall's Chicago is a razzle dazzle screen adaptation of the broadway musical by Kander and Ebb, starring Renee Zellwegger and Catherine Zeta-Jones as Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, the most seductive murderesses of the Jazz Age. Thank you to Thomas Whitelaw for our intro music and Rachel Valentine Smith for our artwork. This episode was recorded remotely and so we apologise for any changes in sound quality present.
Gabriela (gabriela-garcia.com)(IG:@dancinvida)(TW:@dancinvida) is a native of La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. She holds a BA in Performing Arts from Saint Mary's College of California. Most recent theater credits include the role of Best Friend/Maid in Rodrigo Nogueira's play REAL and Half Time directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. She is a former cast member and dance captain for CHICAGO - The Musical on Broadway and National Tours. During her time at CHICAGO she worked with celebrities such as George Hamilton, Marilu Henner, Huey Lewis, Taye Diggs, Usher, Melanie Griffith, Patrick Swayze, Brooke Shields and more. Other musical theater credits include Roman Holiday (Guthrie), West Side Story, Joseph…Dreamcoat, Carousel and the Vienna and Mexico City companies of CHICAGO where she played the role of “Velma Kelly” in their native language and was Dance Associate for the Düsseldorf Company. As a choreographer, she served as Movement Associate for the production of Sweeney Todd at the Barrow Street Theater; Associate Choreographer for Public Works' musical production of Twelfth Night at the Delacorte theater; choreographer of Sweet Charity in Lima, Perú under Preludio Asociación Cultural where she also served as choreography adviser to Preludio's Production of CHICAGO in 2012. She has created works for the Joffrey Ballet School's NYC Jazz and Contemporary summer intensive performances, BC/EFA benefits, and R.Evolución Latina's Choreographer Festival. Within the concert dance world she acted as Co-coordinator and faculty for the Joffrey Ballet School's "Joffrey Ensemble" and Jazz and Contemporary Program in New York City. Her dance training began under the RAD syllabus, followed by study at the San Francisco Ballet School and Pacific Northwest Ballet School. During her time at Pacific Northwest Ballet performed in ballets such as Serenade, Swan Lake, Midsummer's Night dream, Nutcracker, Coppelia, Symphony in C and others. As a soloist she danced with Tanzforum der Oper Koeln in Germany (where she originated several roles), Ballet del Instituto Cabañas, and Balletteatro Contemponáneo in Guadalajara, Mexico. She has taught Classical Ballet, Jazz and Musical Theater at schools in Germany, Austria, Mexico, Peru, Sweden, China, DR, and in New York at STEPS, Ellison Ballet, BDC, Joffrey Ballet School, Molloy College/CAP21, Ithaca College and Pace University. TV credits include "Succession" and "Jessica Jones". Film credits: In The Heights (Summer 2020), Whatever Lola Wants (Tribeca film festival) and Enchanted. As a voiceover actor, her voice can be heard in numerous TV commercials and radio spots for the US national Hispanic market as well as Spanish language audio books. Gabriela is Co-Founder and Director of R.Evolución Latina (RL), a nonprofit organization making a difference through the arts. Through her nonprofit work Gabriela has brought the RL mission to underprivileged students in New York by teaching workshops at community centers and offering master classes to the local dance communities. She is a passionate teacher, inspiring, mentoring and instilling her values and work ethic to her students. She is a recipient of El Diario's 2010 Mujeres Destacadas award.
Gabriela (gabriela-garcia.com)(IG:@dancinvida)(TW:@dancinvida) is a native of La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. She holds a BA in Performing Arts from Saint Mary's College of California. Most recent theater credits include the role of Best Friend/Maid in Rodrigo Nogueira's play REAL and Half Time directed and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. She is a former cast member and dance captain for CHICAGO - The Musical on Broadway and National Tours. During her time at CHICAGO she worked with celebrities such as George Hamilton, Marilu Henner, Huey Lewis, Taye Diggs, Usher, Melanie Griffith, Patrick Swayze, Brooke Shields and more. Other musical theater credits include Roman Holiday (Guthrie), West Side Story, Joseph…Dreamcoat, Carousel and the Vienna and Mexico City companies of CHICAGO where she played the role of “Velma Kelly” in their native language and was Dance Associate for the Düsseldorf Company. As a choreographer, she served as Movement Associate for the production of Sweeney Todd at the Barrow Street Theater; Associate Choreographer for Public Works' musical production of Twelfth Night at the Delacorte theater; choreographer of Sweet Charity in Lima, Perú under Preludio Asociación Cultural where she also served as choreography adviser to Preludio's Production of CHICAGO in 2012. She has created works for the Joffrey Ballet School's NYC Jazz and Contemporary summer intensive performances, BC/EFA benefits, and R.Evolución Latina's Choreographer Festival. Within the concert dance world she acted as Co-coordinator and faculty for the Joffrey Ballet School's "Joffrey Ensemble" and Jazz and Contemporary Program in New York City. Her dance training began under the RAD syllabus, followed by study at the San Francisco Ballet School and Pacific Northwest Ballet School. During her time at Pacific Northwest Ballet performed in ballets such as Serenade, Swan Lake, Midsummer's Night dream, Nutcracker, Coppelia, Symphony in C and others. As a soloist she danced with Tanzforum der Oper Koeln in Germany (where she originated several roles), Ballet del Instituto Cabañas, and Balletteatro Contemponáneo in Guadalajara, Mexico. She has taught Classical Ballet, Jazz and Musical Theater at schools in Germany, Austria, Mexico, Peru, Sweden, China, DR, and in New York at STEPS, Ellison Ballet, BDC, Joffrey Ballet School, Molloy College/CAP21, Ithaca College and Pace University. TV credits include "Succession" and "Jessica Jones". Film credits: In The Heights (Summer 2020), Whatever Lola Wants (Tribeca film festival) and Enchanted. As a voiceover actor, her voice can be heard in numerous TV commercials and radio spots for the US national Hispanic market as well as Spanish language audio books. Gabriela is Co-Founder and Director of R.Evolución Latina (RL), a nonprofit organization making a difference through the arts. Through her nonprofit work Gabriela has brought the RL mission to underprivileged students in New York by teaching workshops at community centers and offering master classes to the local dance communities. She is a passionate teacher, inspiring, mentoring and instilling her values and work ethic to her students. She is a recipient of El Diario's 2010 Mujeres Destacadas award.
On June 6th, 1981, audiences were given access to the Australian premiere of Kander & Ebb's masterpiece CHICAGO - A Musical Vaudeville. The production debuted at The Drama Theatre, Sydney Opera House and made history. The production was conceived entirely by a local team who were not obliged to follow any blueprint from productions gone before.J.C. Willamson and Paul Dainty produced the show on tour, but CHICAGO in Australia was originally presented by The Sydney Theatre Company where the Artistic Director was Richard Wherrett. The show was directed by Wherrett and he assembled a team of master creatives, some who were at the beginning of their theatrical careers. They included Ross Coleman, Brian Thomson, Roger Kirk, Peter Casey, Michael Tyack, John Scandrett and Sue Nattrass in various roles.Wherrett's vision to bring a musical fare to a subsidised company was revelatory. In his program notes he wrote “ ….. the job of such companies is to present, amongst other fare, the best of existing dramatic literature; and the musical, while a latter development of theatrical expression, is as legitimately deserving of our attention as any other theatrical form.”The STC production of CHICAGO was a big, fat hit and showcased the extraordinary talents of a host of our established and emerging musical theatre best - Nancye Hayes, Geraldine Turner, Judi Connelli, Jack Webster, George Spartels, Terrence Donovan, Robina Beard, Kevan Johnston, Joy Miller, Peter Cousens, Garry Ginivan, DJ Foster, and Rod and Dolores Dunbar have all contributed to product in the decades since.This CHICAGO was certainly a milestone production of the show, and of the form in Australia. For our 200th episode, STAGES is joined by “Chicago's own killer dillers - those two scintillating sinners”, Australia's original Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly; Nancye Hayes and Geraldine Turner. A nostalgic episode celebrating the ruby anniversary of this seminal production.The STAGES podcast is available from Apple podcasts, Whooshkaa and Spotify. Also from where you find your favourite podcasts. www.stagespodcast.com.au
True crime has always been a thing. Back in the 1920s, all of Chicago was obsessed with the celebrity criminals of Murderess Row -- so obsessed that a Chicago Tribune reporter wrote a play about them, which became the 1975 musical Chicago, and the 2002 Best Picture-winning film Chicago.Our Curious Cocktail this week is the Southside:Ingredients:1.5 oz gin1 oz lime juice.5 oz simple syrupKind of a lot of mintMuddle the mint with the simple syrup or sugar in the bottom of a shakerAdd the gin and lime and shake with iceStrain into a tall glass with fresh iceTop with sparkling waterThis week, we're curious about catnip, Hot Cat Summer, Golden Girls Summer, briffits, plewds and grawlixes, washing your face, fairy trails, Kevin Truong's Mai American, and of course, Muppet Girl Summer.Selected sources:The Girls Of Murder City by Douglas Perryhttps://nypost.com/2010/08/08/the-girls-of-murder-city/https://www.silkstreetjazz.co.uk/jazz-age-cocktails-every-bootlegger-would-be-proud-of/https://chicagology.com/notorious-chicago/beaulahandbelva/
HE HAD IT COMING...or did he? This week, we take a look at the true stories that inspired the musical, Chicago. First, Rachel tells the story of Beulah Annan, the inspiration for Roxie Hart. Beulah was born in a small town but had dreams of someday moving to the big city. After her first marriage, Beulah connected with Al Annan. They married and moved to Chicago. Everything would change for Beulah on April 3rd, 1924 when Beulah was arrested for the murder of her lover, Harry Kalstedt. Was it murder? Was it self-defense? Did they both reach for the gun?? Next, Nathalie covers the case of Belva Gaertner who inspired the character Velma Kelly. Belva was accused of shooting and killing her lover, Walter Law. He was found in the front seat of Belva's car with a bottle of gin and a gun lying next to him. Belva was found at her apartment covered in blood. She claimed to not remember what happened that night. It would be up to an all male jury to decide her fate. Rachel's Sources https://deadlywomen.fandom.com/wiki/Beulah_Annan https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-maurine-watkins-death-chicago-0811-20190808-brawaoyqvfgpfcllukd4z7riym-story.html https://www.csmonitor.com/Books/chapter-and-verse/2010/0903/Murderesses-Row-guns-gams-and-glamour-in-1920s-Chicago
Valarie Pettiford is an award-winning actor, dancer and singer. She earned a Tony and Grammy nomination for Fosse and was one of the principal dancers in the first national tour of Bob Fosse’s Dancin and his last original musical Big Deal. She was part of the original cast of Sophisticated Ladies and was nominated for an Ovation Award as Julie in the tour of Showboat directed by the legendary Hal Prince. Valarie was the first American to portray Velma Kelly in the West End revival of Chicago starring alongside Chita Rivera. When Ms. Rivera was inducted into The Kennedy Center Honors, she personally requested Valarie reprise the role. Valarie is honored to be part of The Verdon Fosse Legacy, reconstructing Bob Fosse’s choreography and teaching it to a new generation of dancers including reconstructing four numbers for the hit FX show Fosse/Verdon starring Michelle Williams and Sam Rockwell.
I'm sure you've heard of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, in this episode we talk about the women who did the crimes that inspired these characters. To these two beauties the men in their crimes really had it coming. Come take a listen to the true crime behind the play Chicago. Handles: heistandslicepodcast -- instagram www.Heistandslice@gmail.com and heistandslice on Facebook. we would love pictures of your pets and feedback, have a good night, day wherever you are. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On this episode, we discuss the seventy-fifth Best Picture Winner: “CHICAGO.”"Chicago" is an American musical black comedy crime film based on the 1975 stage musical of the same name. It explores the themes of celebrity, scandal, and corruption in Chicago during the Jazz Age. The film centers on Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two murderesses who find themselves in jail together awaiting trial in 1920s Chicago. Roxie, a housewife, and Velma, a vaudevillian, fight for the fame that will keep them from the gallows. Directed by Rob Marshall, the film stars Renée Zellweger as Roxie Hart, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Velma Kelly, Richard Gere as Billy Flynn, Queen Latifah as Matron Mama Morton, John C. Reilly as Amos Hart, Dominic West as Fred Casely, Lucy Liu as Kitty Baxter, and Taye Diggs as Bandleader.Here on The Envelope, we discuss & review every Best Picture Winner in the Academy Awards History. You can reach anyone here at TheEnvelopePodcast.com – Just go there to email us, check our bios, and keep up with the latest episode.
Episode 50: The Real Merry Murderesses Sit back & relax because Cady is diving deep into all things Chicago. No, you aren't about to get a virtual scenic fucking tour. You are going to hear about Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner. Do their names ring a bell? Perhaps not but you'll remember them after today. You've probably heard of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly though, right? Chicago the Musical is heavily based off of a play written by Maurine Dallas Watkins, who was also a reporter assigned to cover the trials of both Beulah and Belva. This one is yet another wild ride. Buckle up and hold onto your butts. K. Love you, bye. Sources: Chicagology Deadly Women Wiki Chicago Tribune Syfy Wikipedia Wikipedia (2) Wikipedia (3) Scandals and Sweets Wanna Support the Pod?: We have a PATREON! We have BRAND NEW...RAD AS HELL MERCH! Sponsors for THIS Episode: NONE. Wanna sponsor us? Email us! Stalk Us: Visit Cruel Ink Media's Website "LIKE" The Cruel and Unusual Podcast Page on Facebook Join the Cruel Coven Facebook Group Follow the POD on Instagram Follow Tori on Instagram Follow Cady on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cruel-and-unusual-podcast/support
Amra Fay Wright é uma atriz de teatro musical do Sul da África que vive em Nova Iorque. Ela já interpreta "Velma Kelly" no musical "Chicago" por mais de vinte anos. Ela teve a oportunidade de viajar o mundo fazendo o papel, inclusive em Japonês. De um talento único e uma força extraordinária no palco ela relata como aproveitou essa oportunidade e nunca mais largou. Um exemplo a se inspirar. == English description ==Amra Fay Wright is a South African musical theater actress living in New York. She has played "Velma Kelly" in the musical "Chicago" for over twenty years. She had the opportunity to travel the world playing the role, including in Japanese. With a unique talent and extraordinary strength on stage, she tells how she took advantage of this opportunity and never let it go. This interview will definitely inspire you. ========= Instagram: @amrafayewright========= Para assistir a este episódio no YouTube com legenda é só clicar: AMRA-FAYE WRIGHT | Eu Ator entrevista ========== SEJA UM APOIADOR do podcast: @APOIADOReuator ========== Para ficar por dentro das novidades me siga no Instagram: @logullo_ ==========Mande seu recado por email: podcasteuator@gmail.comSupport the show (https://linktr.ee/euator)
Hi Harlots! After a few diva moments of exhaustion, we FINALLY bring you... Beulah Annan and Belva Gaertner... aka the inspirations behind Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly. Emily tells Karamia about what happens when you mix gin, sex, revolvers, and too-tight curls. (Hint: It ain't good.) Beulah watched her lover die while drinking cocktails and listening to cocktails, and Belva once threatened to kill her husband for walking in on her with another man. Intrigued? Grab your "Hula Lou" records, pour yourself some bathtub gin, and join us in the Jazz Age.
The AMPire Diaries Episode 26: “Ghost World” | “Ordinary People” AMPies, assuming you even read these show notes (and you should, as they are great), I (hi, it's LaToya) need to let you know that I am so exhausted—as you can probably tell from the fact that I am dropping this episode at 3 a.m. on a Friday night/Saturday morning. So I'm just gonna get right to it. This week's episode is all about “Ghost World” (Season 3, Episode 7) and “Ordinary People” (Season 3, Episode 8) , and here is what we're talking: - Jeremy's body. - Damon saying "spitroasted.” - Righteous piss baby Alaric Saltzman. - Caroline doing God's work (dunking on Jeremy). - These rude ass characters talking while Bonnie does a spell. - Jill's ghost trust issues. - The mythology of the Originals. - The AMPire Diaries Episode 5. - CAVE BOYS. - Fred Dick's revenge. - Slimer. - The Michael J. Fox series Spin City. - Good boy Mason Lockwood's favorite show, The Vampire Diaries. - The Roxie Hart to Katherine's Velma Kelly. - Jill finally gets one of Morgan and LaToya's TV references. - Klaus Mikaelson and his ChalkZone. - Elena leaving Rebekah to sob openly in the Salvatore living room (lol). - This possibly being our final episode of the podcast. And yes, before you tweet or email us, I know I forgot one Jeremy/Caroline interaction. Back in Season One, before Duke's party. (A reminder: Read these show notes so you can know if we address something we forgot to address on the pod proper. Because we do that often!) “SPIRITS AT THE NIGHT OF ILLUMINATION” (“Ghost World”) “ORIGINAL PEOPLE ORIGINAL FAMILY” (“Ordinary People”) The more AMPED logline this time around? Well, “Ghost World” is definitely the dorkier one, because it mentions the Night of Illumination, which is a pretty dorky town event. Looks like “Ordinary People” wins by default. Whether you're a Vampire Diaries obsessive or newcomer, join along with hosts LaToya Ferguson (@lafergs—Vampire Diaries obsessive), Morgan Lutich (@LorganMutich—Vampire Diaries obsessive), and Jill Defiel (@jiilbobaggins—Vampire Diaries newcomer) on their new podcast journey. Most importantly, get AMPED (and horny) along with them on this journey. Ya gotta get AMPED. Email us! theampirediariespod@gmail.com Tweet at us! @AMPDiariesPod Instagram... at us! @AMPireDiariesPod Go to our website! http://theampirediariespod.com/ The Official CW Promo for “Ghost World”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7ZxGJKcWUY The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “Ghost World”: The Night of Illumination (aka Illumination Night). The Official CW Promo for “Ordinary People”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHVZ07m9lic The Mystic Falls Event of the Week for “Ordinary People”: VIking times. The AMPire Diaries is now available to stream on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Amazon Podcasts, as well as wherever you get your podcasts. The first 10 episodes (including the introduction episode) of The AMPire Diaries are also still available to stream over on the podcast feed for LaToya's TV podcast with Maura Kate Elliott, The Televoid. Don't forget to rate (5 STARS, please) and review the podcast. And most importantly, don't forget to get AMPED.
Cheyanne and Jason geek out on Bruno Mars, Cheyanne shares her dream acting role and what its like to identify as an empath."Stay sassy but classy."Cheyanne Marie is an accomplished singer, actor, songwriter, director and teacher in all things musical theatre! Chey Chey started singing at the early age of 2 and began her dancing and acting dreams at the age of 7 with dreams of achieving big successes. Cheyanne feels blessed to have had many people from her life encouraging her to pursue her dreams. After receiving a full scholarship, she received her master's degree from the prestigious Wanda Bass School of Music at Oklahoma City University in 2019. Cheyanne Marie has been seen in many on stage productions & performances such as Esmeralda in The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Velma Kelly in Chicago, and Pseudolous in A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum! Cheyanne is currently working on her debut album titled "No Love Left Behind."FacebookYoutubeInstagramTwitterSoundcloud.com/iamcheyannemariePatreon.com/cheyannemariecheyannemarie.comlinktr.ee/iamcheyannemarieEnjoying the podcast? Please tell your friends, give us a shoutout and a follow on social media, or take a moment to leave us a review on iTunes or wherever else you get your shows!Find the show at all of the cool spots below.WebsiteFacebookInstagramIf something from this or any episode has sparked your interest and you’d like to connect about it, please email us at podcast@jasonfrazell.com. We love hearing from our listeners!If you are interested in being a guest on the show, please visit jasonfrazell.com/podcast and click on the “Learn More” button at the bottom of the page.Artwork by Jordan Snodgrass
In the Mood for Chaos: A Riverdale Roasting and Recap Podcast
This week, if you thought things were wild before, things take a SHARP turn into the even wilder. Alice helpfully explains what slut-shaming is, the show manages to do Ethel dirty even worse than the comics did, knock-off Velma Kelly threatens to boil a boy alive in a hot tub, and the football team is keeping a log of their sexual exploits...except it's lies? Riverdale, as it turns out, is actually trying to say something about...like...society, man. Shockingly, they do a piss-poor job. This leads to Miranda having a fit of apoplectic rage, and Evelyn very concisely translating said rage into more coherent criticisms. Also...what does the 'KJ' in KJ Apa stand for anyway? (And seriously though: Don't look up 'sticky maple') Content Warnings: - Altered mental states - Drug use/mentions - Body shaming/fatphobia - Interrogation - Misrepresentation of mental illness - Sexual exploitation - Pedophilia - Racism Music: 'Imps' Mark Revell
It's after midday and she's on the phone... Joel and David are beyond shook to be speaking with Grammy-winning, multi platinum-selling superstar Mýa in this very special episode of Right Back At Ya!. For over two decades, Mýa has been a force to be reckoned with in the industry, turning out global hits like 'Case of The Ex', 'Ghetto Superstar', 'Lady Marmalade', 'Free' and more. She can sing, she can dance, she can act, she can produce, and run her own label... is there anything this multi-hyphenate can't do? In this fabulous and heartfelt chat, Mýa discusses her breaking into the industry as a teen, the story behind 'Case of The Ex', her experience making 'Lady Marmalade' (with Christina Aguilera, P!nk and Lil' Kim), her favourites on the "Moodring" album, and the sonic suggestion Prince gave her. She also reminisced on filming "Chicago" with Catherine Zeta-Jones and Renee Zellweger, and explained what happened to her hotly-anticipated Broadway debut as Velma Kelly. Mýa is, without doubt, one of the first 2000s pop/R&B stars we saw deftly navigate her way into a successful career as an independent artist. Joel and David chat with her about the ill-fated "Liberation" project that led to an unexpected but freeing new chapter in her career, and her gorgeous new single 'Space & Time' - the healing bop we all need in 2020. There's so much more to this inspiring and brilliant artist than meets the eye! We hope you too will fall head over heels with Mýa after listening to this episode. Follow us for more 2000s pop love: @rightbackpod @dr_joelb @lovelimmy rightbackpod@gmail.com (mailto:rightbackpod@gmail.com) Spotify playlists: http://spoti.fi/2VKycUo (https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F2VKycUo%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR38vfmgD1NC3hQU9Rm4IlxcouQYNc-rTnXcFL-rkcEJdDwXuFyIaWNI21U&h=AT0FC320jxCxgtQ6uaz_Dh2qagz5xy8mxSAdSqgykApruCHxWjZTrSlz1_cwCMc9Av6FCxsk1kgxJG0JYZ9ZJHGQzpN-81-JrB_oHXbr63V9WKmjdMZNjKGfa66rq4HI7wSzQRrnTiS_gl2xKH6_ScIt) Follow Mýa @myaplanet9 https://www.myamya.com (https://www.myamya.com/)
Rachel Stanley is a British actress and singer. She has had an amazing career in musical theatre playing Mum in Legally Blonde (Leicester Curve); lead vocalist in The Song Book of Judy Garland (UK Tour); Betty Haynes in White Christmas (Dominion 2014 and seasons in Edinburgh, Manchester, Plymouth & Southampton); Grace Farell in Annie (New Zealand Tour & UK Tour); Gill in Jackie the Musical (Gardyne Theatre, Dundee); Tess in Crazy for You (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and Novello Theatre); Truly Scrumptious in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (UK Tour); Velma Kelly in Chicago (Adelphi Theatre & World Tour); Edna the Spectacle (Theatre Royal Haymarket); Erma in Anything Goes (National Theatre & Theatre Royal Drury Lane); Miss Dinsmore/Dora Baily in Singin' in the Rain (National Theatre); Chess (UK tour); Me and My Girl (UK tour); My Fair Lady (UK Tour); and 42nd Street (Dominion Theatre & UK Tour).She has recently finished playing Mrs Brice, in Funny Girl (Théâtre Marigny, Paris) and is about to play the part of Dorothy Brock in 42nd Street (Théâtre du Châtelet, Paris).Her career also includes theatre, concerts, video, workshops, film and TV work. For a complete resumé see https://www.spotlight.com/5164-9084-2838.
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Last season Mackenzie and Autumn explored the court case of Leo Frank in the musical 'Parade'. Now this season they are exploring not only one murder case but two! You've read about this show, listened to the albums, seen the 2002 film and now here is the breakdown you've been waiting for all about those killer dillers - those two scintillating sinners -Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly! That's right this week is all about the musical 'Chicago'! Enjoy as Autumn and Mackenzie are breaking out their dancing shoes to do those Fosse moves and explore this timely musical about our relationship between media and crime. Plus find out if Autumn and Mackenzie think this musical still packs a punch or should court be adjourned on this musical. Enjoy! Do our Season 1 feedback survey and get your chance to win a prize! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HJBVN5F Don't forget to leave us a review and share your thoughts on this episode on our social media pages. Follow the links below to reach our pages. Facebook Instagram Twitter
Alinta Chidzey is an Australian icon when it comes to musical theatre. You’d be hard pressed to meet anyone who hasn’t seen her in something. Velma Kelly in Chicago, Anita in Westside Story, Kathy Selden in Singin’ In the Rain. Alinta has performed alongside Hugh Jackman in his Broadway to Oz tour. When she’s not rubbing shoulders with the Wolverine she’s crooning at jazz clubs with her hubby Remco Keijzer performing original compositions with the muchos talented Jazz Emperors.
A career retrospective with Renée Zellweger from November 26, 2019. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. Renée Zellweger is one of the most cherished and respected actors in modern cinema. Zellweger is most notably known for her starring role as the seminal British everywoman in the film BRIDGET JONES’S DIARY and its sequel BRIDGET JONES: THE EDGE OF REASON, both opposite Hugh Grant and Colin Firth. In the first installment of the franchise, Zellweger earned her first Oscar® nomination, also earning Golden Globe, SAG and BAFTA nominations, among others. The sequel delivered her another Golden Globe nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical. She secured her second Academy Award nomination as convicted killer Roxie Hart in CHICAGO, the Oscar®-winning film version of the Tony Award-winning musical. Acting, singing and dancing alongside Catherine Zeta-Jones, who portrayed fellow death row inmate Velma Kelly, Zellweger took home a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical and a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role, among other awards. She later earned the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in Anthony Minghella’s COLD MOUNTAIN, the Civil War drama in which she jumped off the screen as feisty farm worker Ruby Thewes. For her work in the film, Zellweger also garnered a Golden Globe Award and best supporting role honors from the Screen Actors Guild, BAFTA, and Broadcast Film Critics Association. Zellweger will next make her television debut starring in Netflix’s WHAT/IF, and her recent films include BRIDGET JONES'S BABY, alongside Colin Firth and Patrick Dempsey for Universal Pictures, the film adaptation of the book SAME KIND OF DIFFERENT AS ME, opposite Greg Kinnear and Djimon Hounsou, and THE WHOLE TRUTH, opposite Keanu Reeves. After graduating with an English degree from the University of Texas, Zellweger did some initial film and television work before making her feature debut in Richard Linklater’s seminal coming-of-age film DAZED AND CONFUSED. Other film roles quickly followed, including Ben Stiller’s REALITY BITES, LOVE AND A .45, TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE: THE NEXT GENERATION and MY BOYFRIEND’S BACK. Zellweger won the affection of audiences soon after with her breakthrough role opposite Tom Cruise in Cameron Crowe’s JERRY MAGUIRE. Subsequent film roles for Zellweger have included the acclaimed ONE TRUE THING with William Hurt and Meryl Streep, the dark comedy NURSE BETTY opposite Chris Rock and Morgan Freeman, ME, MYSELF & IRENE opposite Jim Carrey, the drama WHITE OLEANDER with Robin Wright and Michelle Pfeiffer, Peyton Reed’s romantic comedy DOWN WITH LOVE opposite Ewan McGregor, and director Ron Howard’s Depression-era boxing drama CINDERELLA MAN with Russell Crowe. She has also lent her voice to such animated features as DreamWorks’ SHARK TALE, BEE MOVIE and MONSTERS VS. ALIENS.
Eric Tataw And Velma Kelly Fri On National Telegraph And DAC Project
Velma Kelly may or may not actually be a supporting character in “Chicago,” but Catherine Zeta-Jones hits all of the BSA notes in her award-winning performance in the 2003 Best Picture winner. But it was a big year for women in film--in particular, Meryl Streep, nominated across both categories for her work in “Adaptation.” and “The Hours,” which we spend at least a few hours queening out on. We also discuss Renee Zellweger’s award-worthy turn as Roxie, Queen Latifah’s Gloria Stuart nomination, John C. Reilly signature dope energy, Richard Gere's tapping, of course Christine Baranski, and at least briefly, Michelle Williams in “Fosse/Verdon.” Follow us! Email: thebsapod@gmail.com Twitter: @bsapod Colin Drucker Twitter: @colindrucker Instagram: @colindrucker_ Nick Kochanov Twitter: @nickkochanov Instagram: @nickkochanov
In our reboot of Tragic Thespians we are joined by Chicago's very own Velma Kelly, Alinta Chidzey. In this episode we talk everything Razzle Dazzle, Alinta's original past and future music, reality tv, what it takes to put on a golden show, whether or not going to a college is a essential to become a good performer and much, much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shows: La Cage Aux Folles, Gypsy (1974 & 1989), Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Tony Award winning producer Barry Brown has given the world such musicals as La Cage Aux Folles, the revivals of Gypsy with Angela Lansbury and Tyne Daly, Platinum, and so many more. As if that were not enough, his desire to help those with AIDS led to the creation of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which is still helping thousands across the country. Barry pulls back the curtain on his career to discuss how Arthur Laurents was a "creative" writer, what it was like getting Bebe Neuwirth introduced to Velma Kelly, and why Dolly Parton saved his career! Also, Barry shines the spotlight on Fritz Holt, Angela Lansbury, and George Hearn! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4 To book a room at Shetler Studios, head on over to: https://www.shetlerstudios.com
Acclaimed Israeli-born, UK-based choreographer Hofesh Shechter brings his Grand Finale to the Melbourne Festival, we travel to the Brisbane Festival to experience three Australian works that question the ways in which we connect: From Darkness, Bitch on Heat and Communal Table, award-winning English actor Maxine Peake shares the Best Advice she was ever given, and Chicago returns to the Australian stage, bringing glitz, glamour, guile and all that jazz.
Acclaimed Israeli-born, UK-based choreographer Hofesh Shechter brings his Grand Finale to the Melbourne Festival, we travel to the Brisbane Festival to experience three Australian works that question the ways in which we connect: From Darkness, Bitch on Heat and Communal Table, award-winning English actor Maxine Peake shares the Best Advice she was ever given, and Chicago returns to the Australian stage, bringing glitz, glamour, guile and all that jazz.
Gin! Jazz! Guns! YESTERDAY’S NEWS -- Tales of classic scandals, scoundrels and scourges told from historic newspapers in the golden age of yellow journalism... The Real ‘Chicago’ Murders Episode 252 explores the two murders that inspired the hit musical “Chicago,” which was based on a play by Maurine Watkins, who did some reporting on both cases as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune. I’ll be joined by my colleague Susan Ferman, whose own podcast Catastrophic Calamities, will premiere next week on the Pulpular Media network. Susan will read about the case of Beulah Annan, who became Roxy Hart on stage. I will read the case of Belva Gaertner, who became Velma Kelly. Culled from the historic pages of the Chicago Tribune, the New York Daily News, and other newspapers of the era. This episode includes a reference to a fellow murderess Sabela Nitti, whose story you can hear about in True Crime Historian 230, The Ugly Duckling Murderess. Hula Lou on YouTube *** A creation Of Pulpular Media We invite you to check out Pulpular Media’s newest production, Portals to Possibility, an improvised comedy about an alternate reality, where monsters are real--and hilarious!!! Visit pulpular.com/portals for a brand-new episode. Stay tuned for our next podcast, premiering soon: Catastrophic Calmaties. What could go wrong? Everything! Want to get a jump on the next episode of True Crime Historian? Why then, download the new podcast app Himalaya and get all new episodes a day early, then drop a buck in the tip jar for True Crime Historian. Or sign up for Himalaya Plus and for premium content and other special features. Or you can support your favorite podcaster at www.patreon.com/truecrimehistorian. Just a dollar an episode reserves your bunk at the safe house and access to exclusive content and whatever personal services you require. *** Opening theme by Nico Vitesse. Incidental music by Nico Vitesse, Chuck Wiggins, and Dave Sams. Some music and sound effects licensed from podcastmusic.com. Closing theme by Dave Sams and Rachel Schott, engineered by David Hisch at Third Street Music. Media management by Sean Miller-Jones Richard O Jones, Executive Producer
Dancer, actress, and singer who has appeared in over 10 Broadway shows including as Velma Kelly in the longest running American musical on Broadway, CHICAGO.
In this extended murder Kimberly discusses the real murderesses from the 1920s film & Broadway musical Chicago. Who was Velma Kelly & Roxy Hart really? Grab yourself a gin & find out.
Post-Show Drinks, a musical theatre podcast showcasing actors from the West End and beyond. In this episode, Connor and Catherine sit down with Laura Tyrer, who recently played the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago at the Phoenix Theatre in London's West End. Laura tells us how she got into musical theatre, about her time at the London Studio Centre as well as playing the role of Sally Bowels in Cabaret. Listen to this episode to find out about the key tips and tricks of playing the role of Velma Kelly! Theme music by Simon Oskarsson and Alex Cardall for ACT Music Ldn.
Looking for some cool ideas of things to do this weekend – or even just for the best entertainment and lifestyle news in South Africa? Then you are in the right place for sure! This week Heather chats exclusively one on one with Samantha Peo who plays the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago The Musical currently on stage in Cape Town and heading to Johannesburg month to find out more about the show, as well as with ballerina Maina Gielgud, who is producing the set to be spectacular Sleeping Beauty ballet which will be onstage at Joburg Theatre at the end of the month. Heather also shares more about her new restaurant find – Roasting Jacks in Rivonia – who are serving delicious chicken and other awesome goodies (read a gingerbread flavoured milkshake here!!) and also about the brand new The Rubik building in Cape Town which is a unique and beautifully designed multi-purpose apartment, office and retail space that is worth checking out. www.heatherhook.com
Niche Radio — Looking for some cool ideas of things to do this weekend – or even just for the best entertainment and lifestyle news in South Africa? Then you are in the right place for sure! This week Heather chats exclusively one on one with Samantha Peo who plays the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago The Musical currently on stage in Cape Town and heading to Johannesburg month to find out more about the show, as well as with ballerina Maina Gielgud, who is producing the set to be spectacular Sleeping Beauty ballet which will be onstage at Joburg Theatre at the end of the month. Heather also shares more about her new restaurant find – Roasting Jacks in Rivonia – who are serving delicious chicken and other awesome goodies (read a gingerbread flavoured milkshake here!!) and also about the brand new The Rubik building in Cape Town which is a unique and beautifully designed multi-purpose apartment, office and retail space that is worth checking out.
Caroline O’Connor is considered to be one of the foremost interpreters of musical theatre in the world. Projects have taken her from Sydney to Paris to London and the bright lights of Broadway in a vast array of leading roles, that are coveted by musical theatre performers at their peak.At 17 she won a scholarship to the prestigious Royal Ballet School in London. The discipline and routine of such classes instilled in her a fierce work ethic that allows her characterisations to be delivered with boundless energy, masterful timing, consummate skill and infinite joy.Her range is impressive as seen by the varied and insightful performances she has given in an extensive career – Velma Kelly, Mrs Lovett, Fanny Brice, Mabel Normand and Countess Lily Malevsky-Malevitch, just to name a few.She’s interpreted the works of Sondheim, Bernstein, Jerry Herman, Kander & Ebb, Jule Styne and Aherns & Flattery – indicating a versatility that demands an appreciation of style and technical dexterity.The mediums of theatre and film have also been embraced - in projects like Baz Luhrmann’s Moulin Rouge and the Cole Porter bio-pic De-Lovely ….. she has also had two plays written just for her – BOMBSHELLS by Joanna Murray-Smith and SCARLETT O’HARA AT THE CRIMSON PARROT by David Williamson.The New Year brings many more exciting projects for Caroline O’Connor. STAGES was thrilled to spend some time with her, touching on these - and a career that continues to rewards her with great stories, mesmerising performances and a loyal audience.Ladies and Gentlemen, the one, the only - Caroline O’Connor.
Broadway icon Chita Rivera is a two-time Tony Award winner, has recieved a total of 10 Tony nominations and is the first Hispanic woman and the first Latino American ever to receive the Kennedy Center honors. Her first major role on Broadway was Anita in the original Broadway cast of West Side Story. She's also well known for starring as Rosie in the original Broadway cast of Bye Bye Birdie with Dick van Dyke, and as Velma Kelly in the original Broadway cast of Chicago opposite Gwen Verdon. Chita won her first Tony in 1983 for her performance in The Rink opposite Liza Minnelli. Ten years later, she won her second Tony for her starring role in Kiss of the Spider Woman on Broadway. Chita was also cast in the film version of Sweet Charity, in which she played Nicky opposite Shirley MacLaine. Chita's critically-acclaimed concert dates continued to play to ovations from packed houses around the world.
Steve Cooper talks with actor Sharon Lawrence. Sharon is best known as her role as Sylvia Costas Sipowicz on NYPD Blue that garnered her three Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. SHe got her start in acting on Broadway with a role in the revival of Cabaret and years later she returned to star in Chicago in the role of Velma Kelly. A familiar face to TV she has starred, co-starred or been a recurring character in countless series such as Cheers, Star Trek: Voyager, Fired Up, Ladies Man, Wolf Lake, Law & Order: SVU, Boston Legal, Desperate Housewives, Monk, Grey's Anatomy, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Mentalist, One Tree Hill, Drop Dead Diva, Rizzoli & Isles and Blunt Talk.
This is a short episode but I hope you enjoy. Our kitties are doing great and have made huge strides when it comes to strangers in the house. It's so nice to have pets again! In this show I review episode 6 of Season 4. Episodes Reviewed: A TALE OF TWO MUSES First aired: November 2, 1998 Written by: Gillian Horvath Directed by: Michael Hurst Xenaverse News: Tickets to the upcoming Auckland Theatre Company's production of Chicago, directed by Michael Hurst and starring Lucy as Velma Kelly, can be found on the Q Theatre website. Q Theatre :: Chicago tickets.Marilyn Rucker :: Theme music written and performed by Marilyn Rucker.Whoosh :: A fantastic X:WP web resource.AUSXIP :: Another fantastic X:WP web resource.
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