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A podcast about the American Musical. Hosted by Shannon in New York and Erik in Prague; twice monthly.
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The Broadway Cast is the weekly talk show that brings your favorite theater personalities together for fun and inspiring roundtable conversations. From Jeremy Jordan to Joel Grey, and Laura Bell Bundy to Billy Porter — the brightest stars come together to share intimate stories and get real about the business that we call show. These are the moments that you won’t hear anywhere else! The Broadway Cast also gives a voice to theater fans like they’ve never had before: Fans get to share their o ...
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Episode 100 - 100th Episode Spectacular...Part 1!
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Yes, there are now 100 episodes of Shannon in New York City and Erik in Prague discussing the American Musical. To celebrate, we decided to each compile a list of 5 songs that, for us, represent what makes the musical the wonderful art form it is. The musical can do things that nothing else -- no other art form -- can do, and we think these songs i…
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We come to the conclusion of our miniseries of anthems, and we've saved one of the best for last. We're talking "I Am What I Am" from La Cage aux Folles, with music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, which became an anthem for LGBTQ Pride almost as soon as it was first sung in 1983. All clips are from 2016's Trailblazer Honors events featuring Ginger Minj…
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From the hard work and determination of show business to the let it all hang out and just be spirirt of the hippie movement, our anthem series continues with "Aquarius" from Hair. Written by James Rado, Gerome Ragni, and Galt MacDermot, "Aquarius" become synonymous with the hippie movement with an assist from The Fifth Dimension. Be prepared for lo…
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2024 Tony Award Nominees | Roger Bart, Kecia Lewis, Eden Espinosa
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It's Tony Awards' season and we're celebrating with three 2023 Tony Award nominees. Joining host Ben Cameron are Tony Award winner Roger Bart (Back to the Future, Producers, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown), Tony nominee Kecia Lewis (Hells Kitchen, Chicago, Dreamgirls) and Tony nominee Eden Espinosa (Lempicka, Wicked, Rent). Ben and his guests cha…
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Episode 97 - There's No Business Like Show Business
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Anthem number two! This time, we're looking at an anthem for this business we call show: "There's No Business Like Show Business," written by Irving Berling for 1946's Annie Get Your Gun. While that's still a popular show, the song has definitely broken free and is now widely recognized as perhaps the definitive song about the ups and downs of a li…
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Episode 96 - Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
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Time for a new miniseries! This time, we're looking at songs originally from Broadway shows that found a greater life outside of them as anthems. Anthems of movements, times, places, industries -- Broadway has given us many anthems over the years. Arguably one of its earliest is one that everyone knows but may not know that it originated in a Broad…
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Well, it's that time again -- time to say goodbye to Sondheim for another year. But we're going out with a wide-ranging and multi-faceted discussion of all things Merrily We Roll Along centered around one of the only purely happy songs in the show: "It's a Hit." All clips are from 1982's Merrily We Roll Along: Original Broadway Cast Recording featu…
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For the first time in over 4 years and 90 episodes (!), we return to Merrily We Roll Along, Sondheim's greatest flop and now one of the biggest hits on Broadway. We'll looking at Merrily for our next two episodes, actually, since it has multiple songs that fit this miniseries quite nicely. First up, we have the Act 1 closing number, "Now You Know."…
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We're continuing our miniseries on Sondheim's conversation songs. This episode, we ask a very simple question: can a song simulataneously be about absolutely nothing and abosolutely everything? And we answer it with a resounding, "Yes," -- at least it can if the song is question is "Someone in a Tree" from Pacific Overtures. Join us as we try to pi…
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Episode 92 - Waiting for the Girls Upstairs
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From "Waiting for Life" to "Waiting for the Girls Upstairs" -- it's Sondheim time once again. This year, we're focusing on conversation songs, a sub-genre Sondheim may have himself invented. We begin with the aforementioned octet (!) from 1971's Follies and talk about why this song may be the key to understanding the whole show. All clips are from …
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We wrap up our miniseries on "I Wish" songs with "Waiting for Life" from Once on This Island by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Topics include whether being made into a tree is a good thing, The Little Mermaid, and whether Ahrens and Flaherty were the right fit for this source material. DW: This episdoe contains mentions of racism, sexual assault…
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And we're back again with another "I Want" song, but we're still in the 1970s. This time we're tackling The Wiz and it's end-of-show I want song, "Home." Topics include Stephanie Mills, Diana Ross, and why the 80s really, really sucked. Editor's Note: Yes, this episode sounds different. New computers, new set-ups, etc. We're still ironing out the k…
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We're just getting started with I Want songs, and we're tackling another classic. This time, from 1972's Pippin, we're talking about "Corner of the Sky." We talk Stephen Schwartz, Bob Fosse, and where cats and children fit. Strap in. All clips are from the 1972 Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pippin featuring John Rubinstein as Pippin and are p…
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We're back! We're starting our 5th year a little late, but as opinionated as ever! We're looking at "I want" songs here in 2024, and we're starting with one of the most famous and beloved examples: "Wouldn't It Be Loverly" from Lerner & Loewe's Golden Age classic My Fair Lady. But is it beloved by your intrepid hosts? Only one way to find out... Al…
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Glindas | Brittney Johnson, Ginna Claire Mason, Amanda Jane Cooper
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In this spectacular season finale, we are returning to Oz and talking all the good witch Glinda (or Galinda depending where you are in the show)! Joining host Ben Cameron are Brittney Johnson, Ginna Claire Mason, and Amanda Jane Cooper. Ben and the ladies discuss what it's like to play such a popular role, secrets Glindas do backstage, the audition…
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The Lion King | Bonita Hamilton, Pearl Khwezi, Stephen Carlile
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In this episode we are joining the pride and talking all about The Lion King, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary on Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Bonita Hamilton (Shenzi), Pearl Khwezi (Nala), and Stephen Carlile (Scar). Ben and the group discuss their Disney influences, auditioning for this iconic show, learning the show, and more!…
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Holiday Shows | Patrick Page, Bryce Pinkham, Sebastian Arcelus
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In this episode we are jumping into the holiday spirit and talking about some of our favorite holiday shows! Joining host Ben Cameron are Patrick Page (Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, Hadestown, The Lion King), Bryce Pinkham (Holiday Inn, A Gentleman's Guide, Ohio State Murders), and Sebastian Arcelus (Elf, Into the Woods, W…
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Dance Captains | Gabriella Sorrentino, Maria Briggs, Brooke Engen
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In this episode we are doing a deep dive into what it takes to be a dance captain! Joining host Ben Cameron are Gabriella Sorrentino (Hamilton, On Your Feet), Maria Briggs (The Music Man, Frozen, Hello Dolly, Mean Girls), and Brooke Engen (Beetlejuice, Gypsy, Hairspray). Ben and the ladies talk about what the job entails for a dance captain: all th…
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Ensemble | Katie Webber, Aaron Albano, Clay Rice-Thomson
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In this episode we are talking about the people you see everywhere, the ensemble! Joining host Ben Cameron are Katie Webber (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Rock of Ages), Aaron Albano (Cats, Hamilton, Newsies), and Clay Rice-Thomson (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, King Kong, Newsies). Ben and the group talk about what…
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Casting Directors | Merri Sugarman, Benton Whitley
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In this episode we are getting all kinds of information on casting directors! Joining host Ben Cameron are Merri Sugarman (Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations, Miss Saigon) and Benton Whitley (On the Town, Chicago, Pippin). Ben and the group talk about what exactly a casting director does, the process of auditioning actors and w…
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Rock Musicals | Lena Hall, Will Swenson, Heidi Blickenstaff
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In this episode we are rocking out and talking all things rock musicals! Joining host Ben Cameron are Lena Hall (Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Little Shop of Horrors), Will Swenson (A Beautiful Noise, Hair), and Heidi Blickenstaff (Jagged Little Pill, Something Rotten!). Ben and the group talk about what it's like to do shows in front of the real life…
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SIX on Broadway | Bre Jackson, Keri Rene Fuller, Brennyn Lark
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In this episode we are deep diving into the historemix with the Queens of SIX! Joining host Ben Cameron are Bre Jackson (Catherine of Aragon), Keri Rene Fuller (Jane Seymour), and Brennyn Lark (Catherine Parr). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to be a part of a show that is like no other on Broadway, how they got cast in the show, fun o…
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Newsies | Ben Fankhauser, Ryan Steele, Tommy Bracco
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In this episode we are seizing the day and talking all things Newsies! Joining host Ben Cameron are Ben Fankhauser (Davey), Ryan Steele (Specs), and Tommy Bracco (Spot Conlon). Ben and the fellas talk about what it was like to be a part of a show that became a phenomenon, how they got cast in the show, fun backstage stories and much more! Want more…
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Elphabas | Jennifer DiNoia, Jackie Burns, Teal Wicks
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In this episode, we're defying gravity and talking all things Elphaba! Joining host Ben Cameron are Jennifer DiNoia (Wicked, Mamma Mia!), Jackie Burns (Wicked, Hair), and Teal Wicks (Wicked, The Cher Show). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to play such an iconic role and make it their own, how they got their start in Wicked, and much mo…
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Beetlejuice | Kerry Butler, Elizabeth Teeter, Leslie Kritzer
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In this episode, we're saying a specific name three times! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kerry Butler (Beetlejuice, Mean Girls, Catch Me If You Can), Elizabeth Teeter (Beetlejuice, The Crucible), and Leslie Kritzer (Beetlejuice, Something Rotten!, Elf). Ben and the ladies talk about what it's like to be in such a fan favorite show, their experiences…
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Touring | Ta'Rea Campbell, Adam Pascal, Courtney Reed
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In this episode, we're hitting the road and going on tour! Joining host Ben Cameron to white touring a show is like are Ta'Rea Campbell (Hamilton, Lion King, The Book of Mormon), Adam Pascal (Pretty Woman, Rent), and Courtney Reed (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Aladdin). Ben and the group talk about what it's like to take a show across the country, li…
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Phantoms | Ben Crawford, Howard McGillin, Killian Donnelly
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In this episode, it's all about who composes the music of the night, the Phantom. Joining host Ben Cameron to discuss this iconic role are Ben Crawford (The Phantom of the Opera, Big Fish), Howard McGillin (The Phantom of the Opera, Gigi), and Killian Donnelly (The Phantom of the Opera - West End, Kinky Boots). Ben and the guys talk about being par…
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Funny Ladies | Kate Rockwell, Lisa Howard, Lesli Margherita
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In this episode, it's all about the Funny Ladies of Broadway! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kate Rockwell (Bring it On: The Musical, Mean Girls), Lisa Howard (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Escape to Margaritaville), and Lesli Margherita (Matilda the Musical, Dames at Sea). Ben and the ladies chat about finding their funny, the math tha…
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Billy Flynns | Erich Bergen, Ryan Silverman, Tom Hewitt
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In this episode, it's all about that silver tongued prince of the courtroom, Billy Flynn. Joining host Ben Cameron to discuss this fabulously flamboyant role are Erich Bergen (Chicago, Waitress), Ryan Silverman (Chicago, The Phantom of the Opera), and Tom Hewitt (Chicago, Hadestown). Ben and the guys chat about the intricacies of playing Billy Flyn…
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Intersectionality | T. Oliver Reid, Nick Burroughs, LaQuet Sharnell, Antwayn Hopper
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In this episode, it's all about Intersectionality. Joining host Ben Cameron are T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown, Mary Poppins, Thoroughly Modern Millie), Nick Burroughs (Tina: The Tina Turner Musical), LaQuet Sharnell (Mrs. Doubtfire, The Lion King), and Antwayn Hopper (A Strange Loop). Ben and the guests have an insightful discussion about being black a…
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Leading Men | Alex Brightman, Reeve Carney, Andy Karl
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In this episode, it's all about the Leading Men of Broadway. Joining host Ben Cameron are Alex Brightman (Beetlejuice, School of Rock), Reeve Carney (Hadestown, Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark), and Andy Karl (Rocky, Groundhog Day, Into the Woods). Ben and the guys chat about their journey to Broadway, the pressures of leading a show, how physically …
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Making a Musical | Kelly Devine, Orfeh, Matthew Sklar
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In this episode, it's all about Making a Musical! Joining host Ben Cameron are Kelly Devine (Come From Away, Diana, Escape to Margaritaville), Orfeh (Pretty Woman, Legally Blonde), and Matthew Sklar (Elf, The Prom, The Wedding Singer). Ben and the group chat about how the different departments, choreographers, performers, and composers work togethe…
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