Best Tony Ricketts Podcasts (2024)

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Ep151 - Hermione’s Head & Heart with CARA RICKETTS (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) 22:30

2h ago22:30

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We're beyond thrilled to be joined by Cara Ricketts on Breaking the Curtain! Cara is currently playing Hermione in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway! We chat with Cara all about playing this iconic role, our own personal experiences growing up with Harry Potter, the magical aspect of the show and so much more!…

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Olympian Laurie Hernandez Shares Self-Kindness Checklist [Summer Rewind] 20:35

1h ago20:35

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Olympic Gold Medalist Laurie Hernandez joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her self-kindness checklist and much more. This interview was originally recorded in July of 2021. Laurie Hernandez Laurie Hernandez is a two-time Olympic medalist, earning gold and silver at the Olympic Games Rio 2016 as part of the Final Five US wome…

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Ep150 - Marcia, Marcia, Marcia with SARAHGRACE MARIANI (The Outsiders) 22:21

3h ago22:21

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We’re beyond thrilled to chat with SarahGrace Mariani, who is currently playing Marcia in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders! Join us as we chat with SarahGrace about this exciting new musical, our favourite boys: Sergei and Melvin, the incredible support from fans, on-stage mishaps and more!…

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Broadway's Noah J. Ricketts (The Great Gatsby) Gives the Greenlight on Kindness 45:59

7h ago45:59

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Actor Noah J. Ricketts joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Nick Carraway in The Great Gatsby with empathy, how an airbnb led to him signing on to Gatsby, kindness vs. niceness and much more. Noah J. Ricketts stars as Frankie in the Golden Globe, SAG and Critics Choice-nominated Showtime series “Fellow Travelers.” Addi…

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Tony-Winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful, Waitress) Finds Strength in Kindness: Summer Rewind 1:02:08

7h ago1:02:08

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Tony and Grammy Award-winner Jessie Mueller joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career, how Chita Rivera changed her life with an act of kindness, navigating negative voices in her head when she’s recording an album or just in life, and much more. *This episode was originally recorded in July of 2023* Jessie Mu…

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Ep149 - Rambles, Rumbles and Groff Tears 29:09

14d ago29:09

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We're back with another updates episode! Did you miss our theatre ramblings? We sure missed you! On this episode, we discuss the big Tony win for The Outsiders, crying over Jonathan Groff, Aaron Tveit and Jojo (not Siwa) returning to the Moulin Rouge, being a 2000s theatre fangirl, The Last Five Years going to Broadway and more!…

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Ep148 - Revenge Party with ALEXYS MORERA (Mean Girls) 12:15

8d ago12:15

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Mean Girls is returning to Toronto this month and we had the joy of chatting with Alexys Morera who plays the iconic role of Janis in the musical! Mean Girls runs at the Royal Alexandra Theatre from July 30th to August 25th! You don't want to miss this show, it is so fetch!

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Josh Groban Wants You to Believe in Yourself: Jimmy Awards 2024 [Live] 44:58

19d ago44:58

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Happy July! Josh Groban and more stars chat with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the Jimmy Awards. Robert talks advice for dreamers, kindness tips and much more. Guests in this episode include: multi-platinum singer Josh Groban (Sweeney Todd), Back to the Future star Casey Likes, Dear Evan Hansen star Andrew Barth Feldman, Kenny…

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Ep147 - Future Boy with CADEN BRAUCH (Back to the Future) 24:03

15d ago24:03

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We’re beyond thrilled to chat with Caden Brauch. Caden is currently touring around North America as everybody’s favourite Future Boy, Marty McFly, in Back to the Future: The Musical! We chat with Caden about playing this iconic role, performing alongside Don Stephenson, life on the road and more!

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Reflections on Self-Kindness with Nina West, Javier Muñoz & More [Pride Special] 23:09

20d ago23:09

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In celebration of Pride month, join us as we reflect on some poignant moments from past The Art of Kindness podcast episodes. Free yourself to see yourself with stars Javier Muñoz (Hamilton), Nina West (RuPaul's Drag Race), Tony-winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot), TV producer Liz Tigelaar (Little Fires Everywhere), T. Oliver Reid (Hadestown…

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Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Shaina Taub, Corbin Bleu & More Share Kindness Tips: Drama Desk Awards '24 30:35

27d ago30:35

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Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the 2024 Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball in New York City. The Drama Desk Awards, recognizing the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off-Broadway, were hosted by Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit (Sweeney Todd) with Stereophonic emerging as the most-winning production of the season. In thi…

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Ep146 - The History of the Tony Awards 50:47

1M ago50:47

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Take a journey with us through the history of the Tony Awards! We start with Antoinette Perry's vision to celebrate excellence in theatre, and further explore how this prestigious event has evolved over the decades. We reminisce about unforgettable iconic moments, Opening Numbers, discuss the magic of theatre, and reflect on some of the controversi…

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Bernadette Peters, Debbie Allen & More Share Kindness Tips Live from Chita Rivera Awards 37:26

2M ago37:26

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Happy dance! Join the Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the red carpet of the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, featuring Broadway legends like Bernadette Peters (ahh!). In this episode, you will hear Robert chat with: Golden Globe winner Debbie Allen (Grey's Anatomy), Norm L…

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Ep145 - Young Allie with JORDAN TYSON (The Notebook) 28:08

2M ago28:08

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We're beyond thrilled to bring you another interview with a cast member from The Notebook! In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talent, Jordan Tyson! Jordan is currently starring in The Notebook as Young Allie. We chat with Jordan about her portrayal of Allie, working with Ingrid Michaelson, on-stage mishaps, the iconic film and more!…

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Hannah Cruz's Kindness-Fueled Road to Suffs on Broadway 1:02:24

2M ago1:02:24

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Suffs star Hannah Cruz joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk her Broadway debut, stage fright, self kindness, finding courage in seeing herself in media, a surprise from Jenn Colella and more. Hannah Cruz is thrilled to be making her Broadway debut. Off-Broadway: The Connector (Robin, MCC), Only Gold (Camille, MCC), Suffs (Ruza, T…

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What Makes A Great Leader? Shoshana Bean, Nikki M. James, Michael Grief & More Live at New Dramatists Luncheon 26:55

2M ago26:55

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Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from the New Dramatists 2024 luncheon at the New York Marriott Marquis honoring Tony-nominated director Michael Greif (The Notebook, Dear Evan Hansen and Rent to credit a few). All proceeds benefited New Dramatists' resident playwrights and their work. In this order, Broadway star guests talk what…

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Broadway’s Jelani Remy (Back to the Future): French Toast, Pranks & Joy 48:38

2M ago48:38

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Broadway star Jelani Remy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to talk all things Back to the Future the musical, the joy of a good backstage prank and much more. Jelani Remy is a NJ native and Broadway performer known for shows like Ain't Too Proud The Life and Times of The Temptations and Disney’s The Lion King. The talent now lights u…

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Ep144 - Dog Man Is Go with GAGE THOMAS (Dog Man: The Musical) 12:40

3M ago12:40

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We are thrilled to be joined by Gage Thomas of Dog Man: The Musical! Gage chats with BTC about playing Harold & Others, theatre for children, and the importance of PLAY. Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club. Best buds George…

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Ep143 - Gun & Powder with AARON JAMES MCKENZIE 13:26

3M ago13:26

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We are thrilled to be joined by Aaron James McKenzie to chat all about playing Elijah in the Paper Mill Playhouse production of Gun & Powder! Gun & Powder is a new musical inspired by the true story of Mary and Martha Clarke, African American twin sisters who take extraordinary measures to settle their mother’s sharecropper debt and save her home. …

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Francia Raisa Shares Life-Changing Act of Kindness, Future of How I Met Your Father & More 24:05

3M ago24:05

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How I Met Your Father star Francia Raísa joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her life-changing act of kindness to Selena Gomez, paying it forward with her new Modelo partnership and much more. Also, today is Earth Day - please be kind to the earth! FRANCIA RAISA recently starred in the hit Hulu sitcom HOW I MET YOUR FATHER wh…

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Ep142 - A Heart Full of Love with DELANEY GUYER (Les Miserables) 20:48

3M ago20:48

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We're so thrilled to be joined by Delaney Guyer who is currently starring as Cosette on the National Tour of Les Miserables! We chat with Delaney about portraying the role of Cosette, the show’s lasting legacy, the touring production and bringing it back to Toronto audiences!

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Broadway’s Sherz Aletaha (Merrily We Roll Along): Solar Eclipse of the Heart 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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Sherz shares! Sherz Aletaha joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the day of the 2024 Solar Eclipse to talk all things making her Broadway debut in Merrily We Roll Along, meeting Meryl Streep, bringing her authentic self to every role and more. Sherz, which is pronounced like “more than one Cher,” is an Iranian American actor, singer, …

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Ep141 - Gleeking Out with GOTW 59:50

4M ago59:50

59:50

So, here's what you missed on Breaking the Curtain... Surprise! We're joined by Andrew, host of the Gleek of the Week podcast! Andrew chats with us all about Glee pre and post-streaming services, the 'Glacket' aka The Glee Bracket, our favourite episodes, and so much more including our game of Who Said That: Glee Edition! Follow Gleek of the Week…

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Broadway's Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful): A Sign of the Times 1:00:03

3M ago1:00:03

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Broadway star Chilina Kennedy joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Carole King in Beautiful, acts of kindness throughout her life, her new Off-Broadway show A Sign of the Times and more. CHILINA KENNEDY most recently played Billie Jean King in Love All by Anna Deavere Smith. Broadway: Paradise Square, Beautiful: The Ca…

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Mean Girls Star Jonathan Bennett's Broadway Dreams Come True in Spamalot 24:27

4M ago24:27

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Mean Girls icon Jonathan Bennett joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to chat following your dreams no matter what, getting out of your own way, jumping into Spamalot on Broadway and more. This isn't an April Fool's joke! Jonathan Bennett skyrocketed to fame after playing heartthrob Aaron Samuels in "Mean Girls." The GLAAD Award winner a…

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Award-winning Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli: An Aria of Arts Education, Philanthropy & Jewish Stories 50:31

4M ago50:31

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World-renowned Opera Singer Sharon Azrieli joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss giving back to arts education, amplifying the Jewish community and more under the kindness sun. Sharon Azrieli is a philanthropist and award-winning opera singer. Born in Montreal, Sharon’s voice has soared around the world, gracing Carnegie Hall, …

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Ep140 - Middle Noah with RYAN VASQUEZ (The Notebook) 35:20

4M ago35:20

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We're joined by Broadway's Ryan Vasquez, who is currently starring as Middle Noah in The Notebook! Ryan chats with us about portraying the role of Noah alongside John Cardoza (Younger Noah) and Dorian Harewood (Older Noah), his first time seeing the film, Ingrid Michaelson's gorgeous score, the iconic rain scene and the Broadway Community.…

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The Notebook Musical Broadway Opening Carpet: Nicholas Sparks, Ingrid Michaelson & More 1:02:00

4M ago1:02:00

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Bonus Episode Alert! Podcast history is being made - this is the first ever crossover episode event featuring Robert Peterpaul host of The Art of Kindness Podcast and Samantha Tuozzolo, co-host of Survival Jobs: A Podcast. Samantha and Robert are live on the opening night red carpet of The Notebook on Broadway asking cast, creative and attendees al…

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Tony Winner J. Harrison Ghee (Some Like It Hot): Free Yourself to See Yourself 1:01:43

4M ago1:01:43

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Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss their transformative Some Like It Hot journey, taking intentional time to rest and more. J. HARRISON GHEE won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Musical, making history as the first non-binary actor to be nominated and win in this category for…

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Ep139 - Breaking Down the 2023/2024 Broadway Season 36:21

4M ago36:21

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Join us as we chat about our excitement surrounding the 2023/2024 Broadway season! This season is stacked with book-to-stage adaptations, original musicals, bio-musicals, jukebox musicals and revivals! We're sharing our honest opinions ahead of award season, and don't forget – we're diving into your responses from our Instagram prompts, too!…

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Boop! The Musical Star Jasmine Amy Rogers: Amplifying Equity in the Arts 47:50

4M ago47:50

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Performer Jasmine Amy Rogers joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss bringing icon Betty Boop to life onstage in Boop! The Musical, battling imposter syndrome, amplifying historically underrepresented voices and more this women's history month. Jasmine Amy Rogers (she/her) recently finished a run as the titular role of “Betty Boo…

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Broadway’s John Cardoza: Healing Through The Notebook Musical 1:04:48

4M ago1:04:48

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Broadway performer John Cardoza joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing young Noah in The Notebook the Musical and more. John Cardoza returns to Broadway with The Notebook, after originating Younger Noah in its world premiere production in Chicago. John starred as Christian in the National Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musica…

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Ep138 - The Sparkling Diamond COURTNEY REED 22:59

5M ago22:59

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On this episode of Breaking the Curtain, we're joined by Broadway's Sparkling Diamond, Courtney Reed! Courtney is currently starring in Moulin Rouge on Broadway as Satine after playing the role in the North American Touring Company. We chat with Courtney about the gorgeous costumes she wears in the show, how her portrayal of Satine adjusts based on…

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'Poor Things' Singer Carminho: Kindness is the Perfume of a Good Person 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

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Portuguese superstar Fado singer Carminho joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her work on the Oscar-nominated film Poor Things with Emma Stone, the art of fado singing, kindness around the world and more. Carminho is a Portuguese superstar fado singer. Daughter of fado legend Teresa Siqueira, Carminho was immersed in music fr…

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Ep137 - Slay All Day with DARCY STEWART (SIX Toronto) 27:24

5M ago27:24

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Hey Queens! On this episode of Breaking the Curtain, we chat with the incredible 'Standby Slayer' Darcy Stewart from SIX The Musical in Toronto! Darcy spills the royal-tea on slaying as Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn and Anna of Cleves. We chat about the unique process that goes into stepping into multiple roles, her favorite moments playing each…

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Ep136 - Covers, Concerts and Other Details with LAUREN PATTEN 19:49

5M ago19:49

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Join us as we chat with the incredible Lauren Patten about her upcoming EP Covers, set to release on March 8th. Lauren gives us a glimpse into the creative process as well as what fans can expect from her EP Release Show at Mercury Lounge. But that's not all! Lauren also chats with us about her new series, Hulu's Death and Other Details and also di…

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Broadway's Annaleigh Ashford & Joe Tapper (The White Chip) Embrace Kindness Through Acts of Service 1:15:29

5M ago1:15:29

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Broadway power couple Annaleigh Ashford and Joe Tapper join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss teaching kindness and empathy to their son, overcoming shame, self-care in the theatre and their seminal show The White Chip. ANNALEIGH ASHFORD is making her producing debut with The White Chip and believes in supporting plays that provi…

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Isha Blaaker (Ava DuVernay's Origin): Kindness is Truthful 43:04

5M ago43:04

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Isha Blaaker joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his impactful new film Origin (based on Isabel Wilkerson's acclaimed book Caste), working with Ava DuVernay and more. Isha Blaaker is an actor and model who was raised in the Netherlands. He broke into the entertainment industry as a model, starring in major international luxur…

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Ep135 - Show History: THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY 40:46

5M ago40:46

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Dive into the romantic world of The Bridges of Madison County in this special Valentine's episode! We dive into the history of the original novel by Robert James Waller to the iconic film, the road to the Broadway stage and beyond. We shine our spotlight on the incredible performances of Kelli O'Hara and Steven Pasquale, who brought these character…

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Broadway Pep Talks from BeBe Winans, Laura Benanti, Shoshana Bean & More: Black Theatre Coalition Gala 23:12

5M ago23:12

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Stars Laura Benanti, Shoshanna Bean, BeBe Winans and more joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to give you an audio pep talk and discuss the importance of building change this Black History Month. Join us live from Black Theatre Coalition's inaugural gala honoring the National Black Theatre at the Rainbow Room in New York City. …

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World-Renowned Choreographer Alonzo King: The Kindness of Stillness 1:03:36

5M ago1:03:36

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Acclaimed choreographer and dance Alonzo King joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the power of stillness, how everyone can tap into their own creativity and much more. Alonzo King is a dancer, choreographer, teacher and true thought leader. Born in Georgia to civil rights activists and now thriving in San Francisco, Alonzo re…

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Ep134 - A Sign of the Times with CHILINA KENNEDY 20:27

6M ago20:27

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Guess who's back? We're joined by one of our favourite performers Chilina Kennedy for a return interview on Breaking the Curtain! Chilina chats all about starring as Cindy in the new musical A Sign of the Times coming to New World Stages this February! Set in the Summer of 1965. With the country in transition – as the war in Vietnam rages on and st…

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Broadway's Caesar Samayoa (How to Dance in Ohio): "Be Your Truest Self" 59:06

6M ago59:06

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Broadway star Caesar Samayoa (Come From Away) joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss his heart-lifting new show How to Dance in Ohio, self care on Broadway and much more under the kindness sun. Caesar Samayoa is a performer who's been seen in the original broadway companies of Come From Away (Kevin J./Ali), Sister Act (Pablo), T…

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Ep133 - Beheaded Besties with ELYSIA CRUZ & JULIA PULO (SIX) 37:17

6M ago37:17

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Hi Queens! We're joined by Elysia Cruz and Julia Pulo who currently star as Katherine Howard and Anne Boleyn in the Toronto production of SIX running now through March 31st, 2024 at the Royal Alexandra Theatre! Elysia and Julia chat with us about their research process into the wives of Henry VIII, special memories with the Queendom, the ghost at t…

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Jocelyn Shelfo (XO, Kitty / May December): 'Kindness is Thoughtfulness' 51:58

6M ago51:58

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Netflix's XO, Kitty star Jocelyn Shelfo joins The Art Of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss working on a dude ranch, acts of kindness during her acting career, working alongside Natalie Portman and Julianne Moore in May December and more. Born and raised just outside Atlanta, GA, Jocelyn Shelfo began acting in high school. She soon found her…

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Percy Jackson and the Olympians Star Aryan Simhadri: The Magic & Kindness of Disney 39:00

6M ago39:00

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Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians star Aryan Simhadri joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss playing Grover, positive moments on set with the cast and more. Aryan Simhadri is a performer with credits spanning stage and screen. A California native, the talent has been seen in films like Netflix and WWE’s The Main Event and…

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Ep132 - Go Into Your Dance with NICOLE-LILY BAISDEN (42nd Street) 16:26

7M ago16:26

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We are so 'tappy' to speak with Nicole-Lily Baisden, who is starring as Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street! We speak with Nicole about her love of theatre, Peggy’s infectious optimism, and of course, ICE BATHS. Fresh off the bus from small-town America, young and beautiful Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights. She quickly c…

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Ep131 - Show History: ALMOST FAMOUS THE MUSICAL 35:14

7M ago35:14

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We're breaking down the history behind Almost Famous: The Musical, from the real story that inspired the film to the opening night on Broadway and beyond. We'll discuss the incredible cast, the abrupt Broadway closure, the latest developments, and some changes made to the show within the latest workshop. We also question what happened to the change…

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Holiday Kindness Tips with Born This Way Foundation's Mariah Karis 57:52

8M ago57:52

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Born This Way Foundation Program Associate Mariah Karis joins Robert Peterpaul of The Art of Kindness podcast to brainstorm kindness tips for the holiday season and new year, plus discuss the transformative work being done to create a kinder world at Lady Gaga's nonprofit. Born This Way Foundation, co-founded and led by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cy…

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Harmony's Broadway Opening: Skylar Astin, Tovah Feldshuh & More Share Kindness Tips & Corny Jokes 49:48

7M ago49:48

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Join The Art of Kindness podcast LIVE from Harmony's opening night on Broadway as Robert Peterpaul shares positive chats with guests on the show, cheesy jokes and, of course, kindness. Tune in for interviews with star guests Skyla Astin (Pitch Perfect), Tovah Feldshuh (Funny Girl), and Montego Glover (Into the Woods), as well as the stars of Harmon…

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