The Broadway Cast
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From Jeremy Jordan to Joel Grey, and Laura Bell Bundy to Billy Porter — the brightest stars come together to share intimate stories and get real about the business that we call show. These are the moments that you won’t hear anywhere else!
The Broadway Cast also gives a voice to theater fans like they’ve never had before: Fans get to share their own stories and dialogue directly with their Broadway idols.
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The Broadway CastJul 06, 2022
Glindas | Brittney Johnson, Ginna Claire Mason, Amanda Jane Cooper
In this spectacular season finale, we are returning to Oz and talking all the good witch Glinda (or Galinda depending where you are in the show)! Joining host Ben Cameron are Brittney Johnson, Ginna Claire Mason, and Amanda Jane Cooper. Ben and the ladies discuss what it's like to play such a popular role, secrets Glindas do backstage, the audition process, and so much more!
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The Lion King | Bonita Hamilton, Pearl Khwezi, Stephen Carlile
In this episode we are joining the pride and talking all about The Lion King, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary on Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Bonita Hamilton (Shenzi), Pearl Khwezi (Nala), and Stephen Carlile (Scar). Ben and the group discuss their Disney influences, auditioning for this iconic show, learning the show, and more!
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Holiday Shows | Patrick Page, Bryce Pinkham, Sebastian Arcelus
In this episode we are jumping into the holiday spirit and talking about some of our favorite holiday shows! Joining host Ben Cameron are Patrick Page (Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, Hadestown, The Lion King), Bryce Pinkham (Holiday Inn, A Gentleman's Guide, Ohio State Murders), and Sebastian Arcelus (Elf, Into the Woods, Wicked). Ben and the guys talk about their holiday memories, the differences and similarities of holiday shows, career trajectories, and more!
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Dance Captains | Gabriella Sorrentino, Maria Briggs, Brooke Engen
In this episode we are doing a deep dive into what it takes to be a dance captain! Joining host Ben Cameron are Gabriella Sorrentino (Hamilton, On Your Feet), Maria Briggs (The Music Man, Frozen, Hello Dolly, Mean Girls), and Brooke Engen (Beetlejuice, Gypsy, Hairspray). Ben and the ladies talk about what the job entails for a dance captain: all the ways they help to keep the choreography tight and as set by the choreographer, teaching the choreography to new company members, and much more!
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Ensemble | Katie Webber, Aaron Albano, Clay Rice-Thomson
In this episode we are talking about the people you see everywhere, the ensemble! Joining host Ben Cameron are Katie Webber (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Rock of Ages), Aaron Albano (Cats, Hamilton, Newsies), and Clay Rice-Thomson (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, King Kong, Newsies). Ben and the group talk about what being in the ensemble is like, how they maintain their bodies and voices to do eight shows a week, what they do when not on stage, and much more!
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Casting Directors | Merri Sugarman, Benton Whitley
In this episode we are getting all kinds of information on casting directors! Joining host Ben Cameron are Merri Sugarman (Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations, Miss Saigon) and Benton Whitley (On the Town, Chicago, Pippin). Ben and the group talk about what exactly a casting director does, the process of auditioning actors and working with the creatives of the show, and more!
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Rock Musicals | Lena Hall, Will Swenson, Heidi Blickenstaff
In this episode we are rocking out and talking all things rock musicals! Joining host Ben Cameron are Lena Hall (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Little Shop of Horrors), Will Swenson (A Beautiful Noise, Hair), and Heidi Blickenstaff (Jagged Little Pill, Something Rotten!). Ben and the group talk about what it's like to do shows in front of the real life stars they are performing as, the different kinds of singing required to do rock style shows, rock musicals they want to see made, and more!
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SIX on Broadway | Bre Jackson, Keri Rene Fuller, Brennyn Lark
In this episode we are deep diving into the historemix with the Queens of SIX! Joining host Ben Cameron are Bre Jackson (Catherine of Aragon), Keri Rene Fuller (Jane Seymour), and Brennyn Lark (Catherine Parr). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to be a part of a show that is like no other on Broadway, how they got cast in the show, fun onstage (and backstage) stories and much more!
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Newsies | Ben Fankhauser, Ryan Steele, Tommy Bracco
In this episode we are seizing the day and talking all things Newsies! Joining host Ben Cameron are Ben Fankhauser (Davey), Ryan Steele (Specs), and Tommy Bracco (Spot Conlon). Ben and the fellas talk about what it was like to be a part of a show that became a phenomenon, how they got cast in the show, fun backstage stories and much more!
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Elphabas | Jennifer DiNoia, Jackie Burns, Teal Wicks
In this episode, we're defying gravity and talking all things Elphaba! Joining host Ben Cameron are Jennifer DiNoia (Wicked, Mamma Mia!), Jackie Burns (Wicked, Hair), and Teal Wicks (Wicked, The Cher Show). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to play such an iconic role and make it their own, how they got their start in Wicked, and much more!
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Beetlejuice | Kerry Butler, Elizabeth Teeter, Leslie Kritzer
In this episode, we're saying a specific name three times! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kerry Butler (Beetlejuice, Mean Girls, Catch Me If You Can), Elizabeth Teeter (Beetlejuice, The Crucible), and Leslie Kritzer (Beetlejuice, Something Rotten!, Elf). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to be in such a fan favorite show, their experiences, odd jobs, and more!
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Touring | Ta'Rea Campbell, Adam Pascal, Courtney Reed
In this episode, we're hitting the road and going on tour! Joining host Ben Cameron to white touring a show is like are Ta'Rea Campbell (Hamilton, Lion King, The Book of Mormon), Adam Pascal (Pretty Woman, Rent), and Courtney Reed (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Aladdin). Ben and the group talk about what it's like to take a show across the country, living arrangements, how shows change based on their venues, and more!
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Phantoms | Ben Crawford, Howard McGillin, Killian Donnelly
In this episode, it's all about who composes the music of the night, the Phantom. Joining host Ben Cameron to discuss this iconic role are Ben Crawford (The Phantom of the Opera, Big Fish), Howard McGillin (The Phantom of the Opera, Gigi), and Killian Donnelly (The Phantom of the Opera - West End, Kinky Boots). Ben and the guys talk about being part of such a long running show, the psyche of the Phantom, their experiences in the makeup chair, and so much more!
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Funny Ladies | Kate Rockwell, Lisa Howard, Lesli Margherita
In this episode, it's all about the Funny Ladies of Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kate Rockwell (Bring it On: The Musical, Mean Girls), Lisa Howard (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Escape to Margaritaville), and Lesli Margherita (Matilda the Musical, Dames at Sea). Ben and the ladies chat about finding their funny, the math that goes into being comedic, and more!
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Billy Flynns | Erich Bergen, Ryan Silverman, Tom Hewitt
In this episode, it's all about that silver tongued prince of the courtroom, Billy Flynn. Joining host Ben Cameron to discuss this fabulously flamboyant role are Erich Bergen (Chicago, Waitress), Ryan Silverman (Chicago, The Phantom of the Opera), and Tom Hewitt (Chicago, Hadestown). Ben and the guys chat about the intricacies of playing Billy Flynn on stage, making the role their own, their Billy's deepest darkest secret, and much more!
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Intersectionality | T. Oliver Reid, Nick Burroughs, LaQuet Sharnell, Antwayn Hopper
In this episode, it's all about Intersectionality. Joining host Ben Cameron are T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown, Mary Poppins, Thoroughly Modern Millie), Nick Burroughs (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical), LaQuet Sharnell (Mrs. Doubtfire, The Lion King), and Antwayn Hopper (A Strange Loop). Ben and the guests have an insightful discussion about being black and queer on Broadway, equity, and much more!
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Leading Men | Alex Brightman, Reeve Carney, Andy Karl
In this episode, it's all about the Leading Men of Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock), Reeve Carney (Hadestown, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), and Andy Karl (Rocky, Groundhog Day, Into the Woods). Ben and the guys chat about their journey to Broadway, the pressures of leading a show, how physically demanding eight shows a week can be, and so much more!
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Making a Musical | Kelly Devine, Orfeh, Matthew Sklar
In this episode, it's all about Making a Musical! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kelly Devine (Come From Away, Diana, Escape to Margaritaville), Orfeh (Pretty Woman, Legally Blonde), and Matthew Sklar (Elf, The Prom, The Wedding Singer). Ben and the group chat about how the different departments, choreographers, performers, and composers work together to bring a musical to life. They also discuss things they have compromised on as well as what they have fought to keep in a show, and so much more!
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Off-Broadway | Marla Mindelle, Callum Francis, Aaron Arnell Harrington
In this episode, it's all about Off-Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Marla Mindelle (Titanique), Callum Francis (Kinky Boots), and Aaron Arnell Harrington (Little Shope of Horrors). Ben and the group chat about the differences between working on Broadway and Off-Broadway, the intimate environment of Off-Broadway theatres, how Off-Broadway provides the opportunity for new works to be staged, and so much more!
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Title Roles | Miguel Cervantes, Chilina Kennedy, Eric Petersen
In this episode, it's all about Title Roles and people who have played them. Joining host Ben Cameron are Miguel Cervantes (Hamilton, If/Then, American Idiot), Chilina Kennedy (Paradise Square, Beautiful, Jesus Christ Superstar), and Eric Petersen (Escape to Margaritaville, School of Rock, Shrek). Ben and the group chat about what it takes to lead a show; from the rehearsal process and opening the show, to the lifestyle required out of the show and so much more!
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Between the Lines | Arielle Jacobs, Julia Murney, Vicki Lewis, Jake David Smith
In this episode, it's all about the new Off-Broadway show, Between the Lines. Joining host Ben Cameron are Arielle Jacobs (Aladdin, In the Heights), Julia Murney (Wicked, Lennon), Vicki Lewis (Anastasia, Chicago, Damn Yankees), and Jake David Smith (Frozen). Ben and the group play a round of "Dramatic Reading," then chat about the process of taking a story from the page to the stage, what it has been like working famed author Jodi Picoult, and so much more!
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Making the Hat: A New Behind the Scenes Series!
In this new behind the scenes series, host Ben Cameron and Executive Producer Danny Jordan are revealing what it takes to bring The Broadway Cast to life! From the story of how Ben and Danny first met in 2009 at a downtown cabaret room in NYC (at about 3am) all the way up to partnering up with iHeartRadio Broadway...all is being revealed! That's right, the tea is finally being spilled, y'all!
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Leading Ladies | Ashley Loren, Bonnie Milligan, Talia Suskauer
In this episode, it's all about the new Leading Ladies of Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Ashley Loren (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Jekyll & Hyde), Bonnie Milligan (Kimberly Akimbo, Head Over Heels), and Talia Suskauer (Wicked, Be More Chill). Ben and the ladies chat about their journey to the big Broadway, what it takes to be a leading lady, how they have evolved and grown as artists, and so much more!
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Swings, Understudies, & Standbys | Ari Groover, Amber Ardolino, Mallory Maedke, Lauren Boyd, Tally Sessions
This episode is all about shining a spotlight on the people who have played a vital role in reopening and keeping Broadway open over the last year: Swings, Understudies, and Standbys! Joining host Ben Cameron live on the Main Stage at BroadwayCon 2022 for this episode are Ari Groover (Tina, Head Over Heels, Holler If Ya Hear Me), Amber Ardolino (Funny Girl, Hamilton, Moulin Rouge), Mallory Maedke (SIX), Lauren Boyd (Hamilton, Wicked), and Tally Sessions (Company, Anastasia, War Paint, Falsettos, School of Rock). Ben and the group chat about what life onstage (and off) is like as a swing, understudy & standby, what their process is, onstage mishaps, and so much more!
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Roxies | Bianca Marroquín, Charlotte d'Amboise, Emma Pittman
In this episode, the name on everybody's lips is gonna be... ROXIE! That's right we're chatting with three different actresses who have played this iconic role in the Tony Award winning show, Chicago. Joining host Ben Cameron are Bianca Marroquin (Chicago, In the Heights, The Pajama Game), Tony Award nominee Charlotte d'Amboise (Chicago, Pippin, Sweet Charity, A Chorus Line), and Emma Pittman (Chicago, Winner: The Search for Roxie). Ben and the ladies chat about what makes a great Roxie, what it's like playing this iconic role, their favorite moments in the show, and so much more!
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Bobbie's Boyfriends | Claybourne Elder, Bobby Conte, Manu Narayan
In this episode, it's all about Bobbie's boyfriends from the Tony Award winning revival of Company. Joining host Ben Cameron are Claybourne Elder (Company, Torch Song, Sunday in the Park with George, and Bonnie and Clyde), Bobby Conte (Company, A Bronx Tale), and Manu Narayan (Company, My Fair Lady, Bombay Dreams). Ben and the fellas chat about their current production, what it was like working with Stephen Sondheim, their favorite moments with Patti LuPone, and so much more!
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America: Through a Theatrical Lens | Lilli Cooper, Nik Walker, Sara Porkalob
In this episode, we're exploring the history and current state of affairs in America, as told through a theatrical lens. Joining host Ben Cameron are Tony nominee Lilli Cooper (POTUS, Spring Awakening, SpongeBob Squarepants), Nik Walker (Hamilton, Ain't Too Proud, Motown), and Sara Porkalob (1776). Ben and his guests chat about the way theatre speaks to, represents, and explores the history our country and the world, and so much more!
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PRIDE 2022 - Part 2 | Lea DeLaria, Beth Malone, L Morgan Lee
In this episode, we're celebrating PRIDE with part 2 of our PRIDE 2022 celebration! Joining host Ben Cameron are Lea DeLaria (POTUS, On the Town, The Rocky Horror Show), Tony nominee Beth Malone (Fun Home, Angels in America), and Tony nominee L Morgan Lee (A Strange Loop). Ben and his guests chat about Queer characters in theater history, what Pride means to them, how the theater has provided community, and more!
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PRIDE 2022 - Part 1 | Frankie J. Grande, Gavin Creel, Ben Cameron
In this episode, we're celebrating Pride Month 2022! Joining host Ben Cameron are Tony Award winner Gavin Creel (Hello, Dolly!, Hair, The Book of Mormon), and Frankie J. Grande (Mamma Mia!, Rock of Ages). Ben and his guests chat about Queer characters in theater history, what Pride means to them, how the theater has provided community, and more!
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Going Global with Come From Away | James Seol, Douglas Hansell, James Earl Jones II, Jonathan Andrew Hume
In this episode, we're going global and celebrating the record breaking run of Come From Away on Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are James Seol (Broadway Company), Douglas Hansell (Australia and New Zealand Company), James Earl Jones II (North American Tour Company), and Jonathan Andrew Hume (West End Company). Ben and his guests chat about their journey with the show, the impact of Come From Away, the audience response around the world, and more!
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2022 Tony Award Nominees Part 2 | Joaquina Kalukango, Jared Grimes, Kara Young
It's Tony Awards' season and we're celebrating with a second 2022 Tony Award nominees episode. Joining host Ben Cameron are Joaquina Kalukango (Paradise Square, Slave Play, The Color Purple), Jared Grimes (Funny Girl, A Soldier's Play, Holler If Ya Hear Me), and Kara Young (Clyde's). Ben and his guests chat about the road to the Tony nomination, how they are navigating the Tony season gauntlet and more!
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2022 Tony Award Nominees | LaChanze, Rob McClure, Shoshana Bean
It's Tony Awards' season and we're celebrating with three 2022 Tony Award nominees. Joining host Ben Cameron are Tony Award winner LaChanze (Once on This Island, The Color Purple, Dreamgirls), Tony nominee Rob McClure (Mrs. Doubtfire, Chaplin, Beetlejuice) and Tony nominee Shoshana Bean (Mr. Saturday Night, Wicked, Waitress). Ben and his guests chat about the road to the Tony nomination, how they are navigating the Tony season gauntlet and more!
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Broadway is Back and So Are We! | Eva Noblezada, Derek Klena, J Harrison Ghee
The Broadway Cast is back and we’re celebrating with an All-Star reunion lineup of guests on our first episode with iHeartRadio Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Tony nominee Eva Noblezada (Hadestown, Miss Saigon), Tony nominee Derek Klena (Moulin Rouge, Jagged Little Pill, Anastasia) and fan favorite J. Harrison Ghee (Mrs. Doubtfire, Kinky Boots). Ben and his guests chat about Broadway coming back, how they dealt with the shutdown and more!
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27. Avenue Q Reunion // Live at BroadwayCon 2019
In this very special episode, we celebrate the 15 year anniversary of the smash-hit Broadway musical, Avenue Q. Members of the original cast and creative team join Ben on the BroadwayCon main stage at the Ziegfeld Ballroom -- in the heart of midtown Manhattan -- for a hysterical trip down memory lane.
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26. Disney's Aladdin on Broadway | Telly Leung, Arielle Jacobs, Major Attaway
This season 3 premiere episode celebrates the smash-hit Broadway musical, Disney's Aladdin. Joining host Ben in our Times Square studio are Telly Leung (Aladdin), Arielle Jacobs (Jasmine) & Major Attaway (Genie). Ben and the guests chat about all things theatre, Disney, Broadway & beyond.
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25. M. Butterfly on Broadway's Clea Alsip
In this special episode, we welcome into the studio Clea Alsip (M. Butterfly). Host Ben Cameron and Clea chat all about this new Broadway revival, & Clea's journey to making her Broadway debut. Plus, Clea plays a round of "Dramatic Reading."
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24. Broadway Content Creators | Patrick Hinds, Jane Jourdan, Gillian Pensavalle
This season 2 finale episode is all about the Broadway content creator community as we welcome onto the show Patrick Hinds (Broadway Backstory, Theater People), Jane Jourdan (Fit For Broadway) & Gillian Pensavalle (The Hamilcast). Recorded live at the National Association of Broadcasters Convention inside the Javits Center in Midtown Manhattan, Ben Cameron and the guests geek about all things theatre & Broadway. The group chats about their first theatre memories, why they launched then how they built their brands, most memorable guests, what their shows & fans mean to them, dream guests & so much more.
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23. SpongeBob SquarePants the Broadway Musical
In this special bonus episode, we take you directly to the exclusive pop-up preview of the new Broadway family musical, SpongeBob SquarePants. Live from inside the Renaissance Hotel in Times Square, host Ben Cameron chats with the cast & creative of this much anticipated production, opening this fall at the Palace Theatre.
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22. Dancers on Broadway | Ricky Ubeda, Alex Wong, Emma Pfaeffle
This episode is all about dance as we welcome into the studio So You Think You Can Dance winner Ricky Ubeda (On the Town, Cats), Alex Wong (Newsies) & Emma Pfaeffle (Finding Neverland, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory). Host Ben Cameron and the guests chat about the moment they were inspired to pursue a career in dance, early dance memories, training, dancer inspirations & the journey to the Broadway stage. Additionally, the group plays a round of "Use Your Words," and takes a call from Ali in Buffalo, NY.
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21. Colleen Ballinger aka Miranda Sings
In this special episode, we welcome into the studio Haters Back Off on Netflix & YouTube star, Colleen Ballinger. Host Ben Cameron and Colleen chat about her hit TV show, her love for theatre, roles she has played on stage & the journey of bringing Miranda Sings to life. Plus, Colleen and Ben perform a few famous musical theatre songs as Miranda.
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20. Hamilton | Mandy Gonzalez, James Monroe Iglehart, Joanna A. Jones
This episode is all about the smash-hit musical Hamilton as we welcome into the studio Mandy Gonzalez (In the Heights, Wicked), Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Memphis) & Joanna A. Jones (Thriller Live). Host Ben Cameron and the guests chat about the first shows they ever saw on stage, mentors who inspired them to pursue career in theatre, what it means to be a part of one of the biggest shows in theatre history & projects outside of the theatre. Additionally, JMI & Ben square off in a rap battle, and the group answers fan questions submitted via social media.
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19. Movies to Musicals | Billy Porter, Laura Bell Bundy, Alex Brightman
On the newest episode of The Broadway Cast, we welcome Tony and Grammy winner Billy Porter, and Tony nominees Laura Bell Bundy and Alex Brightman to chat musicals, movies, and career-defining moments.
Listen to the episode to hear about Brightman’s newest writing project (a special musical show for Disney), Porter talks about his new album The Soul of Richard Rodgers, and Bell Bundy recalls the time she performed at the ACM Awards on a giant horseshoe.
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18. Broadway Debuts | Eva Noblezada, Kristolyn Lloyd, Bobby Conte Thornton
It's all about Broadway debuts in this episode as we welcome into the studio Tony Award-nominee Eva Noblezada (Miss Saigon), Kristolyn Lloyd (Dear Evan Hansen) & Bobby Conte Thornton (A Bronx Tale). Host Ben Cameron and the guests discuss when they first were inspired to pursue a career on the stage, first roles they played, their early theater memories, the process of preparing for and making their Broadway debut, how Broadway has impacted their lives & much more.
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17. Dear Evan Hansen | Jennifer Laura Thompson, Laura Dreyfuss, Michael Park
It's all about the Broadway smash hit Dear Evan Hansen in this episode as we welcome into the studio The Murphys: Jennifer Laura Thompson, Laura Dreyfuss & Michael Park. Host Ben Cameron and the guests discuss when they first were inspired to pursue a career on the stage, the road to Broadway, what it's like being in a show that has become a massive success & has such an incredible impact, ways they keep it light & fun off stage and so much more.
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16. Once on This Island Broadway Revival
In this special bonus episode, we take you directly to the exclusive pop-up preview of the Broadway-bound revival of Once on This Island. Live from inside the Renaissance Hotel in Times Square, host Ben Cameron chats with the cast & creative of this much anticipated production, opening this fall at the Circle in the Square Theatre.
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15. Broadway Triple Threats | Karen Ziemba, Tony Yazbeck, Tyler Hanes & Joel Grey
It's all about the triple threats in this episode as we welcome into the studio Tony Award-winner Karen Ziemba (Contact, A Chorus Line, Curtains, Chicago), Tony Award-nominee Tony Yazbeck (On the Town, Chicago, Gypsy) & Tyler Hanes (Cats, Oklahoma, Hairspray). Host Ben Cameron and the guests discuss when they first were inspired to pursue a career on the stage, the road to Broadway, training & mentors, what it takes to stay on Broadway and so much more.
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14. Live at The Chita Rivera Awards
In this very special episode, we take you directly to the star-studded red carpet & after party at the first ever Chita Rivera Awards. Host Ben Cameron chats with some of the biggest stars on Broadway including: Chita Rivera, Bebe Neuwirth, Karen Ziemba, Tony Yazbeck, Melanie Moore, Kelly Devine, Denis Jones, Sergio Trujillo & more!
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13. Landry Bender Talks Fuller House, Hamilton, Disney & more!
In this special theatre geek out episode, we welcome into the studio Fuller House on Netflix and Disney Channel star, Landry Bender. Host Ben Cameron and Landry chat about her hit TV shows, her love for theatre, roles she has played on stage & what it's like performing in front of a live audience. Plus, Landry and Ben perform a couple songs from Landry's current musical obsession, Hamilton.
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12. The Men of Waitress | Will Swenson, Christopher Fitzgerald, Matt DeAngelis
In this delicious episode, we welcome into the studio the men of Broadway's hit musical, Waitress: Will Swenson (Hair, Les Misérables, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), Christopher Fitzgerald (Wicked, Finian's Rainbow, Young Frankenstein) and Matt DeAngelis (Hair, Once). Host Ben Cameron and the gents repeatedly crack each other, yet still find time to discuss when they first were inspired to pursue a career on the stage, the road to Broadway, onstage mishaps, first jobs in NYC, what it takes to stay on Broadway and so much more.
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11. Disney on Broadway | Kara Lindsay, Telly Leung, Ashley Brown
We're kicking off season 2 in a truly magical way! We welcome into the studio Kara Lindsay (Disney's Newsies), Telly Leung (Disney's Aladdin, RENT, Godspell, Allegiance) and Ashley Brown (Disney's Beauty and the Beast & Mary Poppins). Host Ben Cameron and the panel discuss when they first were inspired to pursue a career on the stage, the road to Broadway, their first Disney memories, onstage mishaps, first jobs in NYC, what it takes to stay on Broadway and more.
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