Half Hour Call with Chris King - Page 2

This episode, we talk about growing up in Hawaii, her first apartments in NYC, and her time singing with the NYC Gay Men's Chorus. We also talk about how life and her career have changed since having her son Elvis, and much much more! I had a great time this episode and learned a ton!

Today's guest Dan White and I talk about how he got his start. We dive into techniques and the differences between networking versus making friends. There are also some great stories from early in his career, up until today. Dan and his team have been putting together some great things so far and can't wait to see what's next!

Today's guests are Scott Schneider, Allison Ulrich and Lea Helle from Company XIV. I recently saw their version of the Nutcracker, called the Nutcracker Rouge. The show features opera, circus acts, and burlesque. This episode find out what it takes to run a company and produce a show in NYC. Also hear how they were able to rebuild after hurricane Sandy flooded their facility.

This #TBT episode of 'Half Hour Call with Chris King,' we talk about the process of learning multiple parts in, Hamilton and the 50 songs that they had to learn as well. We also talk about what each of them learned from working with Lin-Manuel Miranda. Big thanks to these four extremely talented people, Karla Garcia, Kamille Upshaw, David Guzman, and Roddy Kennedy!

Today's guest is Ron Todorowski. We talk about growing up in Pittsburgh, PA and the different opportunities that helped shape the performer he is today. We also talk about the differences between doing Broadway and company work and how he was able to excel at both. I've known Ronnie since I was a kid and I've always been a huge fan! 

This episode was with one of my favorite cast-mates. We talk about long distance relationships, how she grew up, and even a funny story involving Randy Quaid haha! Plus a bunch more!

This episode was truly an honor. James Monroe Iglehart is a Tony Award winner for Best Featured Actor as The Genie in ALADDIN. He is an amazing talent and his energy is infectious. We talk about how important his family is. His journey to winning a Tony and even a little bit about Animaniacs and wrestling!

For this TBT episode, we look back at one of 'Half Hour Call's' first episodes with the talented Melanie Moore. She is currently one of the sisters in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, which runs through December 31st on Broadway. This episode was a blast! We talk about her time in the show FINDING NEVERLAND, and her experience on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE. We also dive into her role as Chava in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and much, much more!

This episode we talk about working professionally as a child actor and the ups and downs along the way. Richard shares his love of being a father and husband and we talk about his newest show, A BRONX TALE. Richard is a standup guy and a true professional. We were able to record this episode in his dressing room and it ended up being a blast!

Today's guest has been an actor, model, musician, makeup artist, entrepreneur and is currently working in the hair department for WICKED on Broadway.

This episode we talk about how Christopher booked his first choreography job on the ROSIE O'DONNELL SHOW. We also talk about one of my favorite shows of his called, SILENCE which is a parody of the movie SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. Christopher was a huge fan of the film NEWSIES and he shares how he campaigned for the Broadway show. In the end of the episode we get to talk about his newest project with Disney, FROZEN. This episode was recorded while Christopher was on break during rehearsal for the national tour of, THE KING AND I.

This episode Ali takes us through the journey of how she landed her dream role. From how many times she auditioned, to where she was when she found out the big news. We also talk about her relationship with her family, as well as how she was able to work on her craft while getting her BA in Psychology at Yale University. Ali was gracious enough to let us record this episode in her dressing room, so please enjoy!

This episode we have the exquisite ballet dancer from NYCB, Tiler Peck. We talk about some of her favorite mentors growing up and what drove her to choose ballet as her career. Tiler tells some great stories from her and her husband Robbie Fairchild's younger years. We also talk about the differences between being in a ballet company and working on Broadway. This interview was done during a short break she had between rehearsals. I am so glad we got to chat and can't wait to see what's next in store for Tiler.

This episode, I was able to meet up with Josh at his home. I haven't seen Josh in a couple of years so it was great to catch up! We talk about growing up in his mother's studio and how it has shaped his career today. Josh always thought he was going to take over his mother's studio and never in his wildest dreams believed he would be where he is today.