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Tuesday, March 16, 2021

#59 – Women of Broadway, Broadway Moms: How Life Goes on When the Show Doesn’t by Elizabeth Wheless

Last week Cara and Jessica had the honor of moderating a panel for Women’s Day on Broadway a celebration of female identifying people, who are working in - or are fans of - the Broadway, O…

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Ghost Shows: Episode 1 – 16 March, 2020 by Elizabeth Wheless

A year on from theatres closing their doors, ‘Ghost Shows’ asks what happened to the shows that were created, rehearsed and tech'ed but never lived in front of audiences?

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#99 – Adam Jacobs – ALADDIN, LION KING, LES MIZ by Elizabeth Wheless

Adam Jacobs / @adamjacobsnyc Not everyone can say they have ridden a magic carpet, but for Adam Jacobs, that became his daily routine as he played Aladdin in the Disney Broadway musical. …

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Monday, March 15, 2021

224 – “5 Phases of Broadway’s Return” by Elizabeth Wheless

Today, I am sharing the 5 phases I believe we will see as Broadway makes its big comeback!

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#495 – Podcast Portraits (feat. André Jordan) by Elizabeth Wheless

This month, we are collaborating with Broadway performer Shaye B. Hopkins and her new creation: Podcast Portraits. In this new podcast, Hopkins invites guests to share some of life's hairy a…

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06 – Whistle A Happy Tune (feat. Jeff Scot Carey) by Elizabeth Wheless

Advice! Intrigue! Carnage! THEATRE! On this week's episode, we are joined by the amazing Jeff Scot Carey to talk about new relationships, job security, and directing your friends.

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46 – Christine McKenna-Tirella, Casting Director by Elizabeth Wheless

To get from the page to the stage, the show needs to go through casting. And Christine McKenna-Tirella, Casting Specialist at Backstage, is here to explain cast some light on the subject (yo…

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The Keto Diet Musical – Make me a Musical #2 by Elizabeth Wheless

We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of the Keto Di…

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Chess On Broadway by Elizabeth Wheless

Tim recalls the ups and mainly downs of Chess on the great White Way in 1988. He was abandoned in a remote lay-by, Inspiring a film starring Bob Geldof, and lost a packet when the show close…

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Episode 49: QuaranStreams (A Love Letter to Liza) by Elizabeth Wheless

In this episode, Ben and Daniel discuss A Love Letter to Liza Minnelli, the 75th birthday all-star virtual tribute concert, which was presented by Daniel Nardicio, Sam Benedict, Club Cumming…

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Saturday, March 13, 2021

S2/Ep4: Kathryn Gallagher + Peter Gallagher by Elizabeth Wheless

On this episode, the final installment of My First Show’s mini-season, we observe the one-year anniversary of the Broadway shutdown the only way we know how: by celebrating the hell out of…

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Happy Hour #97 – Listen to Podcasts, Jimmy – ‘Reefer Madness’ by Elizabeth Wheless

There is a terrifying craze creeping up on your children, no - it’s not pool, it’s ‘Reefer Madness!’ Whether you’re a fan of the green stuff or not, this musical is an incredible s…

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One Year Since the Lockdown by Elizabeth Wheless

Hey. We love you all. This week Dan and Joe a minute to reflect on the past year. From the last shows we saw (Unknown Solider and To Kill a Mockingbird), to Dan’s move across the country, …

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Friday, March 12, 2021

Ep115 – Paul Matthews (Part 2) by Elizabeth Wheless

Expats, Nerds, South Korea, Paul Matthews is all of the above and he reads 400 books a year

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Ep. 30: Thank You Theater-Makers (Ft. Daniel K. Isaac) by Elizabeth Wheless

It's been one year since theaters shut down all over the world. We're all still processing our new reality in different stages. The way to commemorate this strange anniversary couldn't be on…

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#494 – The Shows We Need (Oklahoma! – feat. Will Mann) by Elizabeth Wheless

We’ve all heard the age old question when a new revival is announced is…why now? Why this show? The revival of Oklahoma in 2019 took a show that so many people know and truly opened eyes…

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Ep 11 – Rachel Zegler: “Hasmat Reality” by Elizabeth Wheless

Holy shit! A movie star took the time to talk to me! Not just any movie star! A beautiful, young, charming new talent who caught the attention of Steven Spielberg who cast her as Maria in hi…

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S2/Ep 1: Meet The RTA Team Part 1 by Elizabeth Wheless

Mary and the RTA Team here with some exciting happenings! We are thrilled to launch Rock The Audition’s #PASSSTHEMIC Podcast Season on the Broadway Podcast Network! Last season Sheri’s P…

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Thursday, March 11, 2021

Ep093-Act II Places-Theatre Jacksonville Exec. Dir. Sarah Boone by Elizabeth Wheless

Putting The Theatrical Sunshine In Florida For Over A Century! Ep.93-Theatre Jacksonville's Executive Director Sarah Boone Discusses The Theatre's Century-Long History, As Well As Their Resp…

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#493 – Reopening Theatre (The Phantom of the Opera World Tour – feat. Megan Ort) by Elizabeth Wheless

As the Broadway shutdown due to the Coronovirus outbreak passes its catastrophic year anniversary, Megan Ort reflects on being one of the world’s few employed Ensemblists in 2020. As the f…

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#42 – Defying Neverland with Christine Dwyer by Elizabeth Wheless

Playing Elphaba on Broadway is no easy feat. This week Christine Dwyer Take(s) A Bow and gives us insight about the playing the role of Elphaba, the ups and downs, the makeup process, the vo…

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#132 – The Wizard of Oz (feat. Maggie Mae Fish) by Elizabeth Wheless

"Somewhere over the rainbow..." Grab your dog and ruby slippers because we are joined by the hilarious Maggie Mae Fish to talk about the classic MGM film "The WIzard of Oz." We dive into the…

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EP39 – Linzi Hateley – Endless Wonder by Elizabeth Wheless

Hear the story of how Broadway and West End star Linzi Hateley who went from being a high school student to starring as the title role in the original production of Carrie in this week’s…

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EP 25- Netflix’s The Good Place: TIANA OKOYE by Elizabeth Wheless

Making her Broadway Debut in the Cher Show in NYC, this UCLA grad is no stranger to big stages including the Hollywood Bowl (Mamma Mia, A Chorus Line) and some of the yummiest Live musicals …

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Season 2: Episode 11: John Lloyd Young Returns: Lessons Learned, Broadway Secrets, Patti LuPone, Clint Eastwood, Jersey Boys by Elizabeth Wheless

What do Patti LuPone & Clint Eastwood have in common with Jersey Boys star John Lloyd Young? They both have taught him life lessons.

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021

#58 – Marathon Man by Elizabeth Wheless

Today’s episode is dedicated to all of our runners and would-like-to-be-runners out there. Bret is fresh on the heels of his first half marathon in ten years! The idea to train for the Woo…

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Chapter 8: A sturdy little battleship by Elizabeth Wheless

By 2012, over two decades had passed since Carrie the Musical’s high-profile Broadway car crash, and the last thing its creators wanted was to resurrect the show that haunted them. But the…

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BROADWAY BLINDSPOT: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying by Elizabeth Wheless

Steven & Dana watch the movie musical version of How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1967) and discuss. This episode is dedicated to character actors everywhere and to Mary…

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#33 – Adam Jacobs by Elizabeth Wheless

The star of Broadway's "Aladdin," "The Lion King," and "Les Miserables," Adam Jacobs joins David for this episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to discuss his love of the Disney Parks and the en…

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Ep12: Mandy Gonzalez by Elizabeth Wheless

From Nina in In the Heights , Angelica in Hamilton, Elphaba in Wicked, Amneris in Aida, and many more, Mandy Gonzalez has carved out her own unique niche on Broadway and in music, TV, and fi…

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#15 – What Makes a Musical Moment? with Nell Benjamin and Larry O’Keefe by Elizabeth Wheless

Such a treat to speak with Nell and Larry, the hilarious duo behind Legally Blonde, the Musical. We spoke about identifying a musical moment, the creative benefits of going away to “Camp B…

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