Jayke Workman

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- The Importance of Visibility with Jenna Bainbridge
by Jayke Workman - Apr 20, 2025

In this episode, I’m joined by Jenna Bainbridge as she shares her journey as an actor and advocate for disability rights, highlighting her role as Nessarose in Wicked. She discusses the importance of authentic representation of disabled individuals in the arts, her personal experiences with disability, and how these experiences shape her performances.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Judy and Babs with Thomas Doelger
by Jayke Workman - Apr 13, 2025

This week I am joined by one of my favorite people, current understudy for Elder Price in The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Thomas Doelger! Thomas shares about their experience navigating the highs and lows of a career in the arts, and having a partner who is also a performer.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- My Exit Music, Please with Mikayla Renfrow
by Jayke Workman - Apr 6, 2025

I am joined by the delightful Mikayla Renfrow to chat all about her amazing career. In this episode we talk about the ups and downs of navigating a blossoming career on Broadway, and what it means to use your individual voice and put your own stamp on things.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- No Bit Is Too Cheap with Emily Bergl
by Jayke Workman - Mar 30, 2025

U Guys, star of the stage and screen, and cast member of the upcoming Broadway musical Just In Time, Emily Bergl is here!  Emily Bergl is a true Broadway vet, having done eight Broadway shows, from classic works like Cat On a Hot Tin Roof, to playing opposite Sean Hayes in the critically acclaimed play Good Night, Oscar as June Levant.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Hello! it's Noah Marlowe
by Jayke Workman - Mar 23, 2025

U Guys, current Elder Cunningham standby in Broadway's The Book of Mormon, Noah Marlowe is here! Noah started his professional career at age 10, playing the role of Michael Banks in the Broadway production of Disney's Mary Poppins. Now he is standing by for a principal role in one of Broadway's biggest hits.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Remember Her Name! with J.Elaine Marcos
by Jayke Workman - Mar 16, 2025

This week's BroadwayWorld Recap is overflowing with Bway news. Then I am joined by ten-time Broadway veteran, J.Elaine Marcos! From Priscilla, Queen of the Desert to Drag The Musical, J.Elaine has performed in every facet of the New York theater scene and beyond. In this hilarious episode, we talk all about the highs and lows of a lifelong career in Musical Theater, and how to navigate the inevitable ebbs and flows.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- It's Always Risky with Tia Altinay
by Jayke Workman - Feb 16, 2025

In this episode, five-time Broadway vet Tia Altinay shares about her incredible stage career in New York City and across the country in shows like Hamilton, Aladdin, and Chicago. We dive into what it means to be an artist in the current climate of the musical theater industry, as well as maintaining the stamina to be in a long-running Broadway show.

NIGHTS ON BROADWAY Bee Gees Tribute Comes to 54 Below in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

54 Below will present Nights on Broadway: A Bee Gees Tribute on April 12th at 9:30 pm. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out who will appear here!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Literally YOLO with Linedy Genao and Maiga Vidal
by Jayke Workman - Jan 26, 2025

U Guys, in this episode I am joined by Maiga Vidal and Linedy Genao (Broadway’s On Your Feet!, Bad Cinderella) to discuss their new musical, Cafe Con Leche. They explore the origins of the show, the importance of cultural representation in theater, and the personal connections that inform their work.

Video: Caroline Bowman Makes SUNSET BOULEVARD Debut to Roaring Audience
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025

Caroline Bowman was home at last as she performed her first – and possibly only – performance as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard on Broadway. Watch videos from her first performance and see photos of her in action!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- The Girls Care with Solea Pfeiffer
by Jayke Workman - Jan 5, 2025

U Guys, it’s the 100th episode, and Solea Pfeiffer is here! In this episode, Solea shares her journey as a Broadway star, discussing her experiences in incredible roles such as Satine in Moulin Rouge and Eva Peron in Evita, as well as originating the role of Penny Lane in Almost Famous. She reflects on the challenges and triumphs of navigating the Broadway landscape, the impact of colorism in the industry, and the importance of representation for young women of color.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Just In Time with Michele Pawk
by Jayke Workman - Dec 22, 2024

In this episode, Michele shares her journey from a Tony-winning actor to a theater professor, discussing the balance of family life and career, the importance of teaching, and the development of new works in theater.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- She's The Moment, She's The Face with Bianca Leigh
by Jayke Workman - Dec 15, 2024

U Guys, Bianca Leigh is here! In this episode, she shares her journey from performing in small venues to making her Broadway debut. She discusses the significance of her role in 'Oh, Mary!' and the importance of representation for queer and trans individuals in theater.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Living Out Loud In The Middle of Nowhere with Peter Smith
by Jayke Workman - Dec 8, 2024

This week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the latest Bway updates, including some crazy closing announcements. Then I am joined by actor and director Peter Smith to talk about her amazing career.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Watch and Learn with Dylis Croman
by Jayke Workman - Dec 1, 2024

In this episode, I am joined by a true Broadway veteran with an incredible career, Dylis Croman. Fresh off of performing the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago on Broadway, we chat in her dressing room between shows about her history with the show, and the world of Fosse.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Pam Goldberg Is Available with Phillip Taratula
by Jayke Workman - Nov 17, 2024

Fresh off of closing The Beastiary at Ars Nova, Phillip shares about his experience working on a plethora of developmental works in NYC. We chat about how we first met, working together on A Wrinkle In Time at the New York Stage and Film Festival.

Photos: CHICAGO Celebrates 28 Years on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 15, 2024

Tony, Olivier, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit musical Chicago celebrated its 28th year as a Broadway institution, and also celebrated hitting 11,000 performances on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Always Make The Positive Choice with Janine LaManna
by Jayke Workman - Nov 10, 2024

In this episode, I am joined by a true Broadway legend, Janine LaManna! From standing by for Chita Rivera in Kiss of the Spider Woman, to originating the role of Gertrude McFuzz in Broadway's Seussical, Janine has truly done it all. She made her Broadway debut as Evelyn Nesbit in Ragtime alongside the original company, and eventually went on to work with such legends as Anne Reinking and Harold Prince.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Julie Jordan Is Gay with Marty Lauter aka Marcia Marcia Marcia
by Jayke Workman - Nov 3, 2024

In this video, I am joined by Broadway performer and drag artist, Marty Lauter, also known as Marcia Marcia Marcia! A graduate of the Boston Conservatory, Marty made their Broadway debut as a vacation swing in Kinky Boots, eventually going on to launch to stardom on season 15 of the hit reality tv drag competition show, RuPaul's Drag Race as their drag persona, Marcia Marcia Marcia.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- It's Giving Camp with Anthony Murphy
by Jayke Workman - Oct 20, 2024

This week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the latest Bway news brought to you by BroadwayWorld.com! Then I am joined by performer, choreographer, and director Anthony Murphy, who is currently performing in the Off-Broadway hit Titanique, covering multiple roles.