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Welcome to "THANK YOU, HALF HOUR!" where I have the opportunity to speak with industry pals and hear their fabulous stories!! What inspired each of them to a life on...
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Welcome to "THANK YOU, HALF HOUR!" where I have the opportunity to speak with industry pals and hear their fabulous stories!! What inspired each of them to a life on or near the stage, what inspires them to CONTINUE working in the theatre today and how do each of them inspire others beginning a similar journey? Come with me as we chat all things theatre with extraordinary guests like Andrew Lippa, Andrew (Nina West) Levitt, Laura Bell Bundy, Kate Baldwin and so many more!
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Thank You Half Hour! w/ Thom Christopher Warren
Thank You Half Hour! w/ Thom Christopher Warren
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18 NOV 2024 · Sara and I met through my husband (then boyfriend) when they lived together post-college. A beloved classmate of Adam's, we followed Sara's career as she stunningly bounced from National Tour to Broadway to Paper Mill or Nyack or wherever the work brought her, and at every turn she was nothing short of brilliant. Currently starring in the magnificent Broadway production of "Water for Elephants," Sara sat with me between shows to chat about her journey; the ups and downs, heartbreaks and roses. No one can attest more to the nonlinear nature of this business, and I defy you to find someone who's navigated it with more grace, poise, humor or self-awareness than this extraordinary artist. Sara has created roles in the Broadway productions of "Water For Elephants," "Seussical," "Nine" (Broadway revival, replacing Jane Krakowski as Carla), "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," and tours of "The Addams Family," "Fosse," and "101 Dalmations." Sit back and enjoy one of the most stimulating conversations I've had about this business we call "Show."
4 NOV 2024 · Most of America knows this rock star as the runner-up to Season 3 of American Idol, but I know Diana DeGarmo as the hard-working, empathetic, ferociously generous actor, singer/songwriter, philanthropist with whom I had the honor to share the stage in a Columbus production of "Into the Woods." In this episode, Diana shares her stories of Idol, song-writing, being married to someone who is frustratingly good at everything (the NERVE), and of course, her time spent starring in the Broadway productions of "Hairspray," and "Hair," off-Broadway in "The Toxic Avenger," and most recently in an Atlanta-based production of "Little Shop of Horrors." I had the privilege of watching Diana stunningly lead our production of "Into the Woods," and in this sweet and lovely catch-up chat, she just reinforces why she is one of the kindest and most generous humans out there. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with a true Idol, in every sense of the word.Â
21 OCT 2024 · Brian d'Arcy James and I first crossed paths when we shared the stage in Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman's glorious (and we thought Broadway Bound) Harmony nearly twenty years ago. Even then he'd already established himself as a bona fide Broadway and Off Broadway star (Titanic, Sweet Smell of Success, The Wild Party, Carousel) but his accomplishments since then in theatre, TV and Hollywood have catapulted him straight into the hearts of millions of musical theatre lovers. Most recently seen on Broadway in Days of Wine and Roses, Brian is doing the most extraordinary work of his career (and THAT is saying something) and so generously takes time to sit with me and share memories and stories from one of the most prolific careers out there. Please enjoy my chat with the nicest man in show business, Mr. Brian d'Arcy James!
7 OCT 2024 · Beth Malone and I met only recently under the most bizarre of circumstances, and I immediately recognized a kindred spirit. You will likely recognize Beth from her TONY nominated turn in the exquisite Fun Home, and in our time chatting she shared so many extraordinary details of how the piece came together. Sharing stories of the business, not only existing but thriving as a queer artist, and diving a bit into our political responsibilities in this current landscape, Beth leads with grace, humor and deep insight. Sit back and enjoy the absolute light that is Beth Malone!
23 SEP 2024 · Whether tap dancing on ceilings, delighting audiences as an ill-tempered anthropomorphic octopus, or robbing the citizens of French Revolutionary era Paris, Gavin Lee has been a mainstay on Broadway and the West End for decades. Creating the roles of Bert in both West End and Broadway productions of Mary Poppins, Squidward in the ever-produced Spongebob Squarepants and most recently seen (by me, anyway) in the stunning West End production of Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, Gavin is a delight through and through. Neighbors for years during my time in Maplewood, NJ, Gavin and I stroll a bit down memory lane but many of the tales shared during the episode are new to me and I hope you'll be as ticked by them as I was! As Gavin is currently touring the globe in an all new stadium concert production of Les Miserables, we shall keep our collective fingers crossed, that we here on this side of the pond will be able to witness this man's extraordinary talents back in New York very very soon! Enjoy!
9 SEP 2024 · I first met John when my father-in-law asked if I would spend some time coaching one of his
students for his upcoming CCM audition. Self-aware, incredibly gifted, and kind as can
be...John (who was already marvelous and needed absolutely no coaching from me) attended
CCM and in no time was charming the city and lighting up the theater scene through star turns
as Raoul in Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera and creating the role of Hans of the
Southern Isles in Disney’s Frozen. Have a listen as we talk shop, camp, and what it feels like to
inspire others in a space where he once sought inspiration as a young actor. John was an
absolute joy to speak with....but see for yourself!
26 AUG 2024 · For decades, Tom Viola has been the face of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, and thus, the
face of Broadway itself. The Executive Director of BC/EFA since 1998, Tom has been at the
forefront of our Industry’s war against the ravages of the AIDS epidemic, fighting on the front
lines against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Theatrical and political landscape, and helping
to raise over $300 million dollars for essential services for people living with HIV/AIDS,
struggling with COVID-19 or facing other critical illnesses. A special TONY Award winner for his
service to our community, Tom generously sat down with me to chat about all things gay and
theatrical! From his time as Colleen Dewhurst’s assistant to talking about those who inspire him
to keep doing the work he does so tirelessly, Tom is as magical and ebullient as the day I met
him, decades ago. I so hope you enjoy the chat as much as I did!
12 AUG 2024 · From the moment we met, back in August of 1997, I knew that Patrick Wilson had that special
something which sets him apart from mere mortals. Gorgeous? Sure. Talented? Absolutely.
Funny? Too funny for our own good.....but there’s also that something special that makes a star.
Twenty-seven years later, he’s all of those things as well as one of Broadway’s most sought
after leading men, a remarkable husband, father, film-maker and (casually) a bona fide movie
star. Theatre audiences know Patrick from leading the original company of The Full Monty, as
well as Broadway revivals of Oklahoma! and All My Sons, while moviegoers will recognize him
from a truly extraordinary resume; Insidious, The Conjuring, Angels in America, Aquaman and
so much more. Give a listen as Patrick and I chat about the unexpected course of a remarkable
career, raising kids, and the state of our industry...there might be a few anecdotes about a
certain practical joke played on your old pal, Thom...but you’ll have to tune in to learn more. Sit
back and enjoy my chat with the delightful Patrick Wilson.
14 JUL 2024 · My guest today has a resume that one can only call ‘dizzying!’’ Broadway, Film, Red Carpets
and TV hosting; all squarely in the wheelhouse of Haley Podschun, who hasn’t stopped working
in decades! Familiar to Hairspray fans as Tammy in the film adaptation of the wildly popular
musical, Haley also appeared in the show on Broadway and on tour, as well as starring in
Broadway and/or touring productions of Wicked (Glinda), Hello Dolly, Something Rotten,
Chaplin, Anything Goes, Pal Joey and her Broadway debut at the age of 12 in The Sound of
Music! THE AGE OF TWELVE! Haley has worked in all the A-list regional theatres and was kind
enough to take some time to talk shop with me! Loved every moment of chatting with this gem,
and I hope you’ll give it a listen!
1 JUL 2024 · I was forewarned that today's guest was nothing short of a delight, and the rumors are TRUE!
Grey Henson talks about his formative years as a little boy who loved (and excelled at) ballet in
Macon, GA and how those years of dance and working in youth and community theatre helped
him to be the award-winning stage actor he is today. Most recently seen as one of the
storytellers in Broadway’s Shucked, Grey has stolen hearts far and wide in star turns as Elder
McKinley in both Broadway and touring (Helen Hayes Award) productions of The Book of
Mormon, and in creating the role of Damien in the musical adaptation of Mean Girls, for which
he was nominated for a TONY award for Best Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical. Never too
gay to function, Grey is charming, whip-smart and hilarious as he speaks on family, school,
queer culture and this roller coaster of a business. I can’t wait to see more from this remarkable
artist, but till then, sit back and enjoy the delightful Grey Henson!
Welcome to "THANK YOU, HALF HOUR!" where I have the opportunity to speak with industry pals and hear their fabulous stories!! What inspired each of them to a life on...
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Welcome to "THANK YOU, HALF HOUR!" where I have the opportunity to speak with industry pals and hear their fabulous stories!! What inspired each of them to a life on or near the stage, what inspires them to CONTINUE working in the theatre today and how do each of them inspire others beginning a similar journey? Come with me as we chat all things theatre with extraordinary guests like Andrew Lippa, Andrew (Nina West) Levitt, Laura Bell Bundy, Kate Baldwin and so many more!
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