Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper's KINKY BOOTS Closes in Chicago Today, November 4; Preps for March 2013 Broadway Debut

A Look Back at J. Harrison Ghee & Caroline Bowman Before the Breakthrough Moments

Identity can feel like a moving target in the performing arts—something shaped not only by the roles actors play on stage, but by the expectations placed on them offstage as well. In this episode, recorded in 2019 at the Muny in St. Louis, J.

Omari Collins (aka “Scarlett D. Von’Du”) Steps Back Into "Kinky Boots!"

Omari Collins — known on and off stage as the unforgettable Scarlett D. Von’Du — joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about starring in the hit musical KINKY BOOTS as it stops in Detroit.

Ep 189: Queer Musicals 2 — Falsettos, Hedwig, Bare, & Kinky Boots

This is the second part of my conversation with author Rob Schneider, who returns to tell us more about his new book, Queer Musicals — Boy Meets Boy to Jagged Little Pill. On this episode, Falsettos, Hedwig And the Angry Inch, BARE, and Kinky Boots.

Nick Rashad Burroughs Embraces His True Self and Finds a Path to Broadway

Think Alabama isn't a breeding ground for Broadway stars? Think again! This week, we're joined by the phenomenal Nick Rashad Burroughs, who defies expectations and proves that talent truly knows no geographical bounds.

#91 - Nick Rashad Burroughs: Living the Life You Were Meant to Create

This episode is a masterclass in following your gut, showing up fully, and creating your own path—even when it’s not the one you planned. Nick Rashad Burroughs joins us to share the wild and wonderful story of how a missed ride after school led to an accidental audition… and an entirely new life trajectory.

Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee Finds Joy and Freedom in Theater and in Life

Every June, Broadway’s biggest night reminds us just how thrilling and transformative live theater can be. The Tony Awards don’t just celebrate excellence—they spotlight the stories, the voices, and the people who are shaping the stage and pushing it forward.

#60 - J. Harrison Ghee - Brings Black Queer Joy to the World

Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee joined Behind the Awards to reminisce on their Some Like it Hot Tony nomination and win and how the subject of identity has evolved since then. J also takes us on a journey to create Lady Chablis for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

#45 - Daryl Roth - A career in theater was Beshert

Tony Winning Producer and Theater Owner Daryl Roth answers the age old questions what does a Producer to? What was it like to bring her friend Delia Ephron’s memoire Left on tenth to Broadway starring Juliana Margulies & Peter Gallagher?

Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot): Free Yourself to See Yourself

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.

#46 - Bonnie Milligan

Bonnie Milligan stars in the hit musical Kimberly Akimbo at the Booth Theater on Broadway. The show began at the Atlantic Theater Company with Milligan winning the Lucille Lortel Award and getting nominated for a Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Drama League award for her enthralling and utterly brilliant performance as Aunt Debra.

Jerry Mitchell Knows His Worth as Director & Choreographer Despite 6 Losses at the Tony Awards

June is always a busy time for New York City with two major events taking place: one is of course the month-long Gay Pride celebration and the other is the biggest day of the Broadway season -- the Tony Awards. And today’s guest ticks off both of those boxes.