Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Getting WICKED with Dan MiccicheMay 5, 2024I am joined by seasoned Bway performer, music director, conductor, and vocal coach, Dan Micciche! Dan holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever play the role of Mary Sunshine in Chicago at the age of 22. We talk all about his amazing 6 years with the Broadway, touring, and international companies of Chicago, and what it means to be part of such an iconic show.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Parallel Paths with David KorinsApril 21, 2024He talks about how collaborative the world of design can be, and how much pressure there is to make shows as successful as possible. We talk about his road to design, and how his upbringing brought him to the arts. David also shares his experience working in the world of TV/Film, having designed for The Oscars, and serving as a creative director for many incredible artists like Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. And on top of it all, David is so lovely to chat with.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Live From the Dressing Room with Samantha PaulyApril 14, 2024Currently originating the role of Jordan Baker in the upcoming stage adaptation of The Great Gatsby on Broadway, Sam Pauly is making a classic her own. She shares her experience being the original Katherine Howard in Six on Broadway, and how she gained the stamina to maintain it for eight shows a week.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Doll/Girl with Murphy Taylor SmithApril 7, 2024I am joined by actress and creative, Murphy Taylor Smith, to talk about her amazing work in musical theater and beyond. Murphy shares her experience as a trans woman in the world of musical theater, taking on roles like Rabbi Raquel in Center Theatre Group's groundbreaking production of A Transparent Musical. We touch on her growing up as an identical twin, and finding her own trans identity.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Broadway Melody with Jack ViertelMarch 31, 2024I am joined by a true expert of Broadway knowledge, Jack Viertel! Jack is a producer, professor, and dramaturg whose book, The Secret Life of the American Musical: How Broadway Shows Are Built, made him a New York Times Best Selling Author. We talk about his extensive career in New York City theater, including his hand in co-creating the Encores! series at New York City Center, serving as Artistic Director for twenty years.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Going Behind The Curtain with Robert SchneiderMarch 24, 2024 I am joined by the incredible multi-hyphenate, Robert Schneider, to talk all about his incredible work in the world of theater and the arts. We touch on the shifting landscape of contemporary musical theater, and how best to prepare the next generation for the ever-changing nature of Broadway. We talk about Rob's work as an Original Programming Producer at the Tony Award winning 54 Below, alongside such amazing artists as Stephen Schwartz, John Kander, Andre DeShields, and more.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- From Ham To Spam with Nik WalkerMarch 17, 2024U Guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the latest Bway updates! Then I am joined by actor and writer Nik Walker to talk about his amazing career! From performing in two different Broadway productions of Motown The Musical, to playing Otis Williams in Ain't Too Proud, Nik shares about the experience of bringing black stories to the Broadway stage.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Making Musicals with Ryan Scott OliverMarch 10, 2024Ryan shares about his artistic process as a composer, and how his work has been impacted by collaborations with other artists, including his husband, photographer Matthew Murphy. We talk about the shifting landscape of musical theater, and what it means to be queer in the world of the arts. He also touches on his incredible musical theater training program, Actor Therapy, co-created with Lindsay Mendez, and he shares about his latest project titled Party of the Century.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Bonus Episode: FIGARO, An Original MusicalFebruary 26, 2024This very special Bonus episode highlights the co-writers and director of the stunning new musical, FIGARO. Songwriter Ashley Jana and co-writer and director Will Nunziata come together to share their experience creating this new show, including recording an entire cast album, ahead of the show's world premiere concert on March 4th at the Greenroom 42 in New York City.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- U.Me with Martin SarrealFebruary 18, 2024 I am joined by UK actor Martin Sarreal to talk all about his upcoming animated musical, U.Me, on the BBC. Martin shares about his worldly upbringing, and what led him to the world of art. He also touches on opening doors in terms of Asian representation in the theater and on TV/Film.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- From Mother To Mama with Lili ThomasFebruary 11, 2024 I am joined by performer Lili Thomas to talk about making her Broadway debut as Matron Mama Morton in Chicago The Musical. Lili holds the distinction of being the first Asian-American woman to play the role, and she has truly made it her own.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Q & SlayJanuary 28, 2024I share all the latest Bway updates in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap. Then I answer all the best questions U guys sent in! We're talking Broadway secrets, Legally Blonde, and playing musical theater songs for aliens. U don't wanna miss this special episode!
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Lisa Stephen FridayJanuary 7, 2024I am joined by musician, writer, and creator Lisa Stephen Friday to talk about her incredible new show, Trans Am. Lisa shares her experience as a trans artist, both in the worlds of rock and roll and musical theater. She has played alongside heavy hitters like Pat Benatar and Indigo Girls with her band, Lisa Jackson & Girl Friday, as the out and proud trans front woman.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Scott Frankel Writes For The DamesDecember 31, 2023 I'm joined by the incredible Bway composer and conductor, Scott Frankel, to chat about his incredible works. Scott shares about his process as a composer, as well as his collaborations with other artists like Michael Korie. From being nominated for a Tony Award for his incredible score of Grey Gardens, to writing War Paint for such heavy-hitters as Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole, Scott has truly put his stamp on the world of Musical Theater writing.