Broadway Unexpected : Chronicles of their journey
A historical review of everything on Broadway that nobody saw coming. We explore the unforeseen trials and tribulations of a Broadway production and what happened along their way to curtains up!
Episodes
40 episodes
Interview with Amy Weaver - From Mamma Mia to Jersey Boys with a little Disney love
Welcome to another episode of Broadway Unexpected! Today, we have the talented Amy Weaver, known for her remarkable performances in Broadway productions like Mamma Mia! and Jersey Boys. In this interview, we’ll explore Amy’s journey in musical ...
Interview with Alyssa Jaffe - Taking your voice from Los Angeles to London
Welcome back to Broadway Unexpected! Today, I’m thrilled to have actress Alyssa Jaffe with us. Alyssa recently moved to London to pursue her theater career further and is well-known for her engaging online content about the theater community. W...
Interview with Vincent Rodriguez III - Behind the scenes of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
In this hilarious and energetic interview, actor Vincent Rodriguez III shares insights into his career, the making of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and the evolving landscape of social media and representation in entertainment. Discover behind-the-scene...
Interview with J. Harrison Ghee - discussing the role of why in artistry
Learn about the inspiring journey of J. Harrison Ghee, a Tony Award-winning actor known for their role in "Some Like It Hot". They are currently starring as Hermes in Hadestown. In this interview, we explore their early inspiration...
Interview with John Lampe and Michael Wysong - Unpackaging The TUNEabomber
In this entertaining interview, playwrights John Lampe and Michael Wysong discuss their satirical musical about Ted Kaczynski, exploring the creative process, influences, and industry insights behind 'The TUNEabomber.' Discover how they blend h...
Interview with James Beeny & Gina Georgio: Exploring a musical about Lady Macbeth
Today, we're diving deep into the world of theater with singer-songwriter-creator duo, James Beeny and Gina Georgio, who have been passionately working on "Lady M", a unique adaptation of Shakespeare's Macbeth that centers on the character of L...
Interview with Gregory Jbara - Discussing his directorial debut with ORIGINAL SOUND film
In this engaging interview, actor and director Greg Jbara shares his journey from Broadway to film directing, discussing the creative process behind his directorial debut film 'Original Sound'. He offers insights into filmmaking, collaboration,...
Interview with Paravi - From Theater to Pop Artist with a focus on authenticity
In this energetic interview, actress and singer Paravi shares her journey from Indian musical theater to Broadway, her experience with social media fame, and insights into her creative process as a pop artist. Discover how authenticity, cultura...
Interview with Alex Lewis - Learning about the art of comedy in musical theater
In this engaging interview, actor and musician Alex Lewis shares his journey from childhood inspirations like Cats to his innovative work in comedy music and theater production. Discover how social media, comedy, and theater intertwine in his c...
Interview with Christopher James Tamayo - Relishing in Maybe Happy Ending
From his early obsession with Hamilton to becoming a standby on Broadway, Christopher James Tamayo reveals how history shaped his passion for theater. He dives into his inspirations, including the legendary Lea Salonga and Mandy Patinkin, and h...
Interview with Michael Longoria - Celebrating the Beach Boys with 'Catch a Wave' album
In this energetic interview, Broadway actor Michael Longoria shares insights into his musical journey, his passion for 60s music, and the creative process behind his brand new Beach Boys-inspired album 'Catch a Wave'. Discover how his theater b...
TAMMY FAY
We take a historical look at all of the unexpected events that surrounded the production of TAMMY FAY, a Broadway musical with music by Elton John, lyrics by Jake Shears and a book by James Graham.
Interview with Bess Jane - Exploring comedic acting with Bess Jane
In this engaging interview, actor and content creator Bess Jane shares her journey from theater to social media fame, her creative process, and insights into building a career in comedy and acting. Discover how she blends real-life stories with...
Interview with Nick Hrutkay - Discussing his love of directing plays and musicals
In this insightful interview, director Nick Hrutkay shares his journey from music education to directing, his inspirations from legendary directors, and his innovative approaches to staging musicals like Janis Joplin and Salem. Discover how he ...
Interview with Zoe Belcour - Discussing content creation for Basically Broadway
In this interview, Zoe Belcour shares her journey from a young theater fan to a prominent content creator with over 450,000 Instagram followers. She discusses her early inspirations, the evolution of her social media presence, and insights into...
Interview with Jenn Grinels - Discovering Wakeman through the eyes of a songwriter
In this entertaining interview, singer-songwriter Jenn Grinels shares her journey from childhood influences to her current work on the musical Wakeman. Discover her songwriting process, challenges of autobiographical storytelling, and insights ...
Interview with Alana Raquel Bowers : Discovering Cold War Choir Practice
In this engaging interview, Broadway actress Alana Raquel Bowers shares her journey into acting, her creative process, and insights into her latest project, Cold War Choir Practice. Discover how she approaches character development, the importa...
Interview with Eden Espinosa - From Wicked to Lempicka and so much more
In this interview, Broadway actress Eden Espinosa shares her journey from childhood inspirations to her experiences on Broadway, workshopping shows, and voiceover work. Discover insights into the audition process, the evolution of theater works...
Interview with Jennifer Lucy Cook - The journey of musical songwriting
In this conversation, songwriter Jennifer Lucy Cook shares her journey from theater enthusiast to composer for contemporary and historical projects. She discusses her work with Alan Menken, the creative process behind her shows like 'Why is My ...
Interview with Stephanie D'Abruzzo - A stroll down Avenue Q
In this insightful conversation, Stephanie D'Abruzzo shares her journey from a rich theater education in Pittsburgh to becoming a Tony-nominated actress known for her role in Avenue Q. She discusses the importance of character development, the ...
Interview with Jay Armstrong Johnson : From dancing to Phantom
In this engaging conversation, Broadway actor Jay Armstrong Johnson shares his journey from discovering his passion for theater in Texas to making his Broadway debut. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of his career, including his experie...
Interview with Ali Stroker : From Mrs. Sharp to Oklahoma
In this insightful conversation, Broadway Tony Award-winning actress Ali Stroker shares her journey in theater, from her early experiences that ignited her passion to her groundbreaking role in 'Oklahoma.' She discusses the importance of repres...
Interview with Casper Fox - Discussing his 'Stories from Styx' concept album
In this conversation, actor and songwriter Casper Fox discusses his journey into music and songwriting, his involvement in theater, and the creation of his concept album 'Stories from Styx’. He shares insights on the accessibility of theater, t...
Interview with Lucas Iverson - From Shakespeare to The Pitt
In this charismatic conversation, actor Lucas Iverson shares his journey from a young aspiring actor in Baltimore to his current role as James Ogilvie in HBO Max’s The Pitt. He discusses the transformative experience of attending Yale Drama Sch...
Interview with Oli Higginson : Journey of balancing screen and stage
In this conversation, West End actor Oli Higginson shares his journey from childhood theater experiences to his current role in 'American Psycho.' He discusses the challenges of balancing music and acting, the audition process for 'The Last Fiv...