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Behind the Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends collects the wit, wisdom, and anecdotes of musical theatre's greatest artists from the Golden Age to Now. From actors to directors, designers to playwrights, press agents to general managers, this podcast is a celebration of the giants who helped shape t… read more

550 Episodes | 2016 - 2024

Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

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Dancin: Revisiting Our Interview with Wayne Cilento

March 20th, 2023

1:13:31

Friends, you need to go see Dancin! It is one of the best musicals on Broadway and is true brilliance.

To celebrate its opening, we are sharing our 2019 interview with director/choreographer of Dancin, Wayne Cilento!

288. CHARLOTTE D'AMBOISE, Actress

March 14th, 2023

1:11:50

Charlotte d’Amboise has been gracing Broadway stages for decades. Since making her Broadway debut in Cats, Charlotte has been nominated for two Tony Awards for her performances in the Broadway revival of A Chorus Line

Critics Corner: Small Talk with Colin Quinn

February 14th, 2023

10:46

Robert W. Schneider reviews monologuist Colin Quinn's new show, Small Talk, at the Lucille Lortel and gives it 4/5 stars!

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In Memoriam: Lawrence Merritt

February 13th, 2023

54:03

To celebrate the life of Lawrence Merritt we are re-running our 2016 episode with him. Larry's shows included: No Strings, No Where To Go But Up, …

2021 and 2022 In Memoriam with Lee Roy Reams

February 7th, 2023

1:43:57

Join us as we celebrate the lives and careers of those we lost in 2021 and 2022 with Mr. Show Business himself....LEE ROY REAMS!

Yes, Lee Roy is back with wine, wisdom, and wicked stories about Broadway and its denizens. …

In Memoriam: Carole Cook, Actress

January 18th, 2023

1:38:17

To celebrate the passing of actress Carole Cook (1924-2023) we are reviving our 2019 interview with her at her home in Los Angeles.

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287. SHELDON EPPS, Artistic Director

December 19th, 2022

41:07

Sheldon Epps was artistic director of the renowned Pasadena Playhouse for two decades, and still acts as artistic director emeritus for the playhouse.

Previously, he was associate artistic director of the Old Globe …

286. ARNOLD MUNGIOLI, Casting Director

November 28th, 2022

1:26:31

Arnold J. Mungioli is a Casting Director, Audition Coach, Career Coach, Writer, and Teacher who has worked in the professional theater, film, …

In Memoriam: Rita Gardner, Actress

November 7th, 2022

52:05

To celebrate the life of actress Rita Gardner (1934-2022) we are re-posting her 2017 interview. May her memory be a blessing.

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In Memoriam: Seymour Red Press, Musical Coordinator

October 31st, 2022

1:08:34

To celebrate the life and legacy of musical coordinator Seymour Red Press, who passed away on October 24th, 2022 we are re-releasing our 2018 interview with him. May his memory be a blessing.

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In Memoriam: Susan L. Schulman, Press Agent

October 24th, 2022

1:33:54

To celebrate the life and legacy of press agent Susan L. Schulman, who passed away on October 18th, 2022 we are re-releasing our 2018 episode with …

Fall Festival of Fun

October 18th, 2022

48:48

Rob and Kevin try to move away from the theatrical negativity of the past few weeks and celebrate bootlegs and the joys of musical theatre! Plus …

Revival: Michael John LaChiusa, Composer

August 30th, 2022

1:16:12

To celebrate Michael John LaChiusa's new show LOS OTROS we are reviving our interview with him.

After you listen, go buy some tickets and see the …

#285 NICK WYMAN, Actor

August 1st, 2022

57:44

Shows: Very Good Eddie, My Fair Lady, Network

Born in Portland, Maine, Nick Wyman has had a 45-year career of film, television, Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. 

After serving on Actors' Equity's governing council for …

#284 DAVID LOUD, Music Director

July 25th, 2022

1:01:21

SHOWS: Merrily We Roll Along, She Loves Me, Curtains


David Loud occupies a unique place in Broadway history: in addition to his distinguished body of …

#283 JOHN RUBINSTEIN Pt. 2, Actor

July 18th, 2022

1:08:14

Shows: Pippin, Fools, Getting Away With Murder

Celebrated actor John Rubinstein is back to talk about Fosse, Pippin, Mike Nichols, Neil Simon, Stephen …

#282 VIRGINIA SEIDEL, Actress

July 13th, 2022

56:36

The delightful and darling Virginia Seidel looks back on her career which includes sharing the stage with Dorothy Lamour, Ethel Merman, Ray Milland, …

#281 STEVE ROSS, The Crown Prince of Cabaret

July 4th, 2022

1:01:19

The “Crown Prince of New York Cabaret” is what Steve Ross was dubbed many years ago. He hasn’t lost his title. In fact, the only change today would …

#280 RUPERT HOLMES, Songwriter

June 27th, 2022

1:05:39

Shows: The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Curtains, The Nutty Professor


Tony Award winning composer, lyricist, librettist Rupert Holmes drops in to discuss …

#279 BAAYORK LEE, Director/Choreographer

June 20th, 2022

1:07:22

Shows: A Chorus Line, Seesaw, Promises, Promises

The one and only 4'10 bundle of dynamite, Baayork Lee, joins Kevin for a look back on her incredible career which includes appearances in The King and I, Flower Drum Song, …

#278 MICHAEL MCELROY, Actor

June 13th, 2022

1:15:22

SHOWS: Violet, The Wild Party, Big River


One of Broadway's most beloved artists, Michael McElroy joins Rob and Kevin to look back on his acting …

#277 Don Pippin (1926-2022)

June 11th, 2022

52:09

To celebrate the life and legacy of Tony Award Winning Music Director Don Pippin, we are re-airing our interview with Don from 2016. May his memory be a blessing.


Don Pippin, the music director of such hit musicals as

Our Favorite Things: My Favorite Broadway The Leading Ladies & Liza Minnelli At Carnegie Hall

April 26th, 2022

53:02

This Week: Celebrating two major events that happened at Carnegie Hall.

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#276 HARVEY EVANS (1941-2021)

December 27th, 2021

1:09:15

To celebrate the life of Harvey Evans we are re-airing our interview with Harvey which we conducted in 2018.

A dancer's life on Broadway can be limited, but, if you are Harvey Evans, your abilities have no boundaries. …

#275 STEPHEN SONDHEIM: A TRIBUTE

December 2nd, 2021

54:27

Rob and Kevin look back on the life and legacy of Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021). The boys discuss their favorite Sondheim songs, moments, lyrics, mentorship, and their own interactions with the man himself.

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#274 FALL FOLLIES

November 8th, 2021

1:04:57

The leaves are changing, there is a nip in the air, and your hosts are settling down by the fire to dish all about the past two months. Its time to look at the Tony Awards, Wicked casting, the Dear Evan Hansen film, …

#273 WHAT WE DID ON OUR SUMMER VACATION

August 24th, 2021

1:24:46

This week Kevin and Rob look back at their summer activities and all the things that have kept the theatrical news cycle running like The Bridge Production Group's visceral production of Title Of Show, the passing of …

#272 SUMMER RERUN: Lee Roy Reams

July 26th, 2021

1:03:38

Revisit our episode with Broadway legend Lee Roy Reams

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#271 LILLIAS WHITE, Actress

July 19th, 2021

1:13:05

SHOWS: How to Succeed (1995), The Life Fela!


One of Broadway's most beloved artists, Tony Award winner Ms. Lillias White joins Rob and Kevin to look back on her acting career, discuss the process of creating Sonja in The …

#270 SUMMER RERUN: Andre DeShields

July 12th, 2021

58:16

Revisit our episode with the legendary Tony Award winner Andre DeShields.

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#269 SUMMER RERUN: Mimi Hines

July 5th, 2021

1:22:00

Revisit our episode with the original funny girl herself, Mimi Hines!

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#268 SUMMER RERUN: Don Pippin

June 28th, 2021

54:18

Revisit our episode with iconic music director Don Pippin

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#267 SUMMER RERUN: George S. Irving

June 21st, 2021

59:31

Revisit our episode with Tony Award winner George S. Irving

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#266 SUMMER RERUN: Randy Graff

June 14th, 2021

1:03:53

Revisit our first episode with Tony Award winner Randy Graff.

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#265 PODCAST CROSSOVER: Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch Interviews Rob & Kevin

June 7th, 2021

1:06:30

To celebrate Behind The Curtain's over 500 episodes, Backstage Babble's Charles Kirsch turned the tables on Rob and Kevin and made them the guests of honor.

The boys look back on how they met, their favorite guests, …

#264 LAINIE KAZAN, Actress

May 31st, 2021

1:05:52

SHOWS: Funny Girl, Seesaw (Detroit), My Favorite Year


Lainie Kazan has done it all. Broadway, Off-Broadway, Movies, Television, Recordings, Nightclub Owner, Playboy Model, Fashionista, and provided audiences with …

#263 JOHN RUBINSTEIN, Actor- Part One

May 24th, 2021

1:13:14

SHOWS: Pippin, Getting Away With Murder, Wicked


In Part One of our interview with John Rubinstein we hear how the man who has appeared in Pippin, …

#262 CRAIG CARNELIA, Songwriter

May 17th, 2021

1:13:49

SHOWS: Working, Is There Life After High School, Sweet Smell of Success


Craig Carnelia, the man who has given the world such songs as Just A Housewife …

#261 PAUL GEMIGNANI, Music Director

May 10th, 2021

58:16

SHOWS: Sweeney Todd, Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods


One of Broadway's busiest music directors, Tony Award winner Paul Gemignani, joins …

#260 DEBRA MONK, Actress

May 3rd, 2021

1:13:55

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SHOWS: Pump Boys and Dinettes, Steel Pier, Curtains


Yes, she's Everybody's Girl but today she is all ours! Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress Debra Monk joins the boys to look …

#259 DAVID GARRISON, Actor

April 26th, 2021

1:14:00

SHOWS: A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, Titanic, and Wicked


One of Broadway's most reliable character men, David Garrison, joins Rob and …

#258 DAVID ZIPPEL, Lyricist

April 19th, 2021

1:12:17

SHOWS: City of Angels, The Goodbye Girl, Cinderella


One of Broadway's most clever lyricists, Tony Award winner David Zippel, joins Rob and Kevin to look at the art of lyric writing (and which musicals every lyricist …

#257 JULES FISHER + PEGGY EISENHAUER, Lighting Designers

April 12th, 2021

1:15:30

SHOWS: Pippin, Chicago, and Angels in America


Their collaboration is one of the longest in theatre history and their brilliant lighting designs have …

Our Favorite Things: Dancers Over 40 & Broadway by Ghostlight

April 8th, 2021

36:15

This Week: Looking at the organization DANCERS OVER 40 which helps transition older dancers into the next phase of their career and Marc Bonnani's …

#256 CHRISTINE ANDREAS, Actress

April 5th, 2021

1:14:49

SHOWS: My Fair Lady (1976), Oklahoma (1979), On Your Toes (1983)


"Many singers have lovely voices. Very few interpret lyrics the way they were meant to be sung. And Christine Andreas does just that.” While that …

Our Favorite Things: A Wonderful Guy by Eddie Shapiro

April 1st, 2021

34:43

This Week: An interview with Eddie Shapiro, author of A Wonderful Guy: Conversations with the Great Men of Musical Theater

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#255 MANNY AZENBERG, Producer

March 29th, 2021

55:31

SHOWS: Rent, Hamilton, 24 Neil Simon plays


One of Broadway's most prolific producers, Tony Award winner Manny Azenberg, joins Rob and Kevin to look …

#254 MARY TESTA, Actress

March 22nd, 2021

1:13:45

SHOWS: In Trousers, 42nd Street (2000), Oklahoma (2019)


For over forty years New York audiences have had the great pleasure of watching three-time Tony nominee Mary Testa light up the stage with her brilliant work in …

Our Favorite Things: The Untold Stories of Broadway (Vol. 4) & Wait For Your Laugh

March 18th, 2021

26:46

This Week: Celebrating Jennifer Ashley Tepper's new book and reviewing the documentary that focuses on the iconic Rose-Marie.


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Our Favorite Things: The Music Man (1962) & The Addams Family Home Movies

March 4th, 2021

28:31

This Week: Kevin discovers the 1962 film version of The Music Man and Rob discovers the antics of Jackie Hoffman


Every week director Robert W …

An Announcement from Rob & Kevin

February 15th, 2021

3:59

Faithful listener! Gather round for we have news!

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Our Favorite Things: Tarot Card Reading With Sutton Crawford

February 12th, 2021

26:26

This Week: Sutton Crawford, Kevin's daily favorite thing, swings by to give the boys a tarot card reading!


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#253 NATHAN LANE, Actor

February 1st, 2021

1:16:07

SHOWS: The Producers, Love! Valour! Compassion, Angels in America


There is no greater representation of modern Broadway than three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane. His ability to transition from theatre to film, …

Our Favorite Things: No Applause Just Throw Money & Song by Song

January 28th, 2021

30:29

This Week: Looking into Trav S.D.'s book, No Applause- Just Throw Money: The Book That Made Vaudeville Famous and celebrating the BBC TV show Song By Song which was inspired by the success of Side by Side by Sondheim.


#252 ANN REINKING

January 25th, 2021

1:13:00

A rebroadcast of our 2020 interview with Ann Reinking


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#251 REBECCA LUKER

January 18th, 2021

1:07:50

A rebroadcast of our 2017 interview with Ms. Luker


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#250 VICTOR GARBER, Actor

January 11th, 2021

1:10:53

SHOWS: Deathtrap, Sweeney Todd, Noises Off


If you don't believe that four time Tony nominee Victor Garber has range just think that he is one of the only actors in his career to play both Jesus and the Devil. Not only …

#249 THE 2020 IN MEMORIAM with Lee Roy Reams

January 4th, 2021

1:15:09

While we all looked forward to saying good bye to 2020 we didn't look forward to saying goodbye to all of the wonderful artists that we lost this …

Our Favorite Things: Mary Neely & Angela Lansbury's Positive Moves

December 31st, 2020

40:45

This Week: Exploring Liza Minnelli's need for 88 bucks, praising the Twitter sensation known as Mary Neely, and spending alone time with Sid Caesar and Angela Lansbury.


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#248 TOM VIOLA, Executive Director of BC/EFA

December 28th, 2020

1:13:04

For over thirty years Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS has been advocating for those theatre artists who are in need of medicine, housing, rehabilitation, and counseling. At the forefront of this magnificent …

#247 ALBERT POLAND, General Manager

December 21st, 2020

1:12:50

SHOWS: Little Shop of Horrors, The Boy from Oz, Steel Magnolias


BOOK: Stages: A Theater Memoir


Albert Poland has long been one of the most iconic …

Our Favorite Things: Adventcaroldnr & Fitness Walking with Sally Struthers

December 18th, 2020

23:37

This Week: Laughing your way through December with a new instagram sensation and taking a short shorts stroll with Sally Struthers' friends!


Every …

#246 CHARLAYNE WOODARD, Actress

December 14th, 2020

1:09:40

SHOWS: Ain't Misbehavin', Don't Bother Me I Can't Cope, Pretty Fire


The brilliant and beloved Charlayne Woodard joins Rob and Kevin to look back on her career as both an actress and a playwright. Audiences have seen her …

#245 BARRY BOSTWICK, Actor

December 7th, 2020

1:09:25

SHOWS: Grease, The Robber Bridegroom, Nick & Nora


Dammit, Janet, it's The Rocky Horror Picture Show's very own Tony/Golden Globe Award winner …

Our Favorite Things: Broadway To Main Street & Do It Debbie's Way

December 4th, 2020

20:46

This Week: Examining the show tune in popular music and getting your sweat on with Debbie Reynolds.


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#244 CUT AND OBSCURE SONGS WITH MICHAEL LAVINE

November 30th, 2020

1:08:45

The one and only Michael Lavine, sheet music guru and music director to the stars, joins Rob and Kevin with some obscure musical theatre songs, cut gems, and a lively discussion about some of Broadway's best composers!


#243 BEHIND THE SEAMS: A PANEL WITH BROADWAY'S DRESSERS

November 23rd, 2020

1:17:09

PANELISTS: Alyce Gilbert, Rick Kelly, Linda Lee,


It takes a village to put on a Broadway show. Quite often audiences only appreciate what they see in front of them in that moment, not aware there are tons of talented, …

Our Favorite Things: Hey, Mr. Producer & Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway

November 20th, 2020

27:39

This Week: Going back to the 1990s with the Cameron Mackintosh extravaganza HEY MR. PRODUCER and Michael Riedel's new book about Broadway in that decade, SINGULAR SENSATION: THE TRIUMPH OF BROADWAY


Every week director …

#242 ANDRE GREGORY, Director

November 16th, 2020

1:08:18

FILMS: My Dinner with Andre, Vanya on 42nd Street, The Master Builder


For over sixty years Andre Gregory has been on the cutting edge of theatre with …

Our Favorite Things: Triton Gallery & Howard

November 13th, 2020

27:15

This Week: Celebrating The Triton Gallery, your one stop shop for posters, and the brilliant Disney + documentary about lyricist Howard Ashman (The Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors, Beauty and The Beast)


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#241 NANCY OPEL, Actress

November 9th, 2020

1:14:18

SHOWS: Urinetown, Wicked, Honeymoon in Vegas


The incredibly funny Nancy Opel joins the boys to look back on her career which includes Evita, Sunday in the Park with George, Teddy & Alice, Getting Away With Murder, …

Our Favorite Things: Salad Days & Legally Blonde

November 5th, 2020

27:53

This Week: Salad Days & Legally Blonde: The Musical!


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#240 JAMES NAUGHTON, Actor

November 2nd, 2020

1:11:14

SHOWS: City of Angels, Chicago, I Love My Wife


He is suave. He is sophisticated. He is two time Tony Award winner James Naughton. Mr. Naughton joins Rob and Kevin from his Maine summer home to look back on his career …

Our Favorite Things: Watching From The Wings

October 29th, 2020

30:58

This Week: Jim Brochu stops by to discuss his incredible new book WATCHING FROM THE WINGS


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#239 BRENDA VACCARO, Actress

October 26th, 2020

1:09:48

SHOWS: Cactus Flower, How Now, Dow Jones, The Odd Couple


Golden Globe and Emmy Award Winner, as well as Tony and Oscar nominee, Brenda Vaccaro joins …

Our Favorite Things: Diana Damrau's Forever & Elliot Norton Reviews Sweeney Todd

October 22nd, 2020

38:34

This Week: The genius of opera singer Diana Damrau & the wisdom of critic Elliot Norton


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#238 THOMAS S. HISCHAK, Author

October 19th, 2020

1:07:10

One of the foremost experts on American Musical Theatre, Professor Thomas S. Hischak, joins Rob and Kevin for an in-depth discussion about his books, …

Our Favorite Things: Musical Misfires

October 15th, 2020

30:41

This Week: Discussing the brilliant new book MUSICAL MISFIRES: THREE DECADES OF BROADWAY MUSICAL HEARTBREAK with its authors Thomas S. Hischak and Mark A. Robinson.


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#237 MICHELE LEE, Actress

October 12th, 2020

1:12:46

SHOWS: How To Succeed....., Seesaw, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife


Hilarious. Candid. Brilliant. How else can you describe the marvelously magnetic Michele Lee. Whether you loved her on Knott's Landing, cheered for her …

Our Favorite Things: Stritch & Marilyn Maye

October 8th, 2020

24:26

This Week: Looking back on Elaine Stritch's recording career & the genius that is Marilyn Maye


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#236 SIR TIM RICE, Lyricist

October 5th, 2020

1:05:34

SHOWS: The Lion King, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar


"Don't Cry For Me Argentina," "A Whole New World," "Can You Feel The Love Tonight," and many more …

Our Favorite Things: Playbill on Spotify & The Muppets Take Manhattan

October 1st, 2020

29:06

This Week: Finding the perfect musical theatre playlists & Kermit dismisses Liza!


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#235 JOE MANTELLO, Director

September 28th, 2020

1:17:06

SHOWS: Wicked, Love! Valour! Compassion!, The Boys in the Band


One of Broadway's busiest directors, Tony Award winner Joe Mantello, joins Rob and Kevin to look back on his acting career, discuss the process of creating …

Our Favorite Things: The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas & A New Brain

September 24th, 2020

28:04

This Week: Why the Whorehouse movie is better than the stage show & why we'd all rather be sailing.


Every week director Robert W Schneider and …

#234 MATTHEW BRODERICK, Actor

September 21st, 2020

1:05:55

SHOWS: The Producers, Brighton Beach Memoirs, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying


One of Broadway's most iconic players, Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick, takes a look back on the beginnings of his career …

Our Favorite Things: Susan Johnson & Mario Cantone

September 17th, 2020

32:27

This Week: The Best Belter in Show Business & Mario Cantone vs. Grand Hotel lady


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#233 ALMA CUERVO, Actress

September 14th, 2020

1:01:41

SHOWS: Titanic, On Your Feet, Uncommon Women and Others


Get on your feet because we have one of Broadway's most beloved actresses, Alma Cuervo, who joins us to discuss her career which include appearances in Once In A …

Our Favorite Things: Sounds of Broadway

September 10th, 2020

25:13

This Week: An interview with Sounds Of Broadway's Stuart Brown


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#232 DAVID YAZBEK, Composer

September 7th, 2020

1:12:06

SHOWS: The Band's Visit, Tootsie, The Full Monty


One of Broadway's greatest songwriters, Tony Award winning composer David Yazbek, hops on podcast to …

Our Favorite Things: OnStage Blog & Casting By....

September 3rd, 2020

22:50

This Week: Exploring a new way to get your theatre news and celebrating an unsung icon


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#231 KEN LUDWIG, Playwright

August 31st, 2020

1:10:46

SHOWS: Lend Me A Tenor, Crazy for You, Moon Over Buffalo


One of the most celebrated comic playwrights of this era, Ken Ludwig, joins Rob and Kevin for an in-depth look at the craft of playwrighting, structuring farce, …

Our Favorite Things: The Anxiety Project

August 27th, 2020

27:51

This Week: Discussing the new musical THE ANXIETY PROJECT with its creators, Rachel Dean and David Brush


Every week director Robert W Schneider and …

#230 MALCOLM GETS, Actor

August 24th, 2020

1:13:17

SHOWS: A New Brain, Merrily We Roll Along, Amour


One of Broadway's most charming leading men, Malcolm Gets, joins Rob and Kevin for a look back on his …

Our Favorite Things: Dick Tracy & My Dinner With Andre

August 20th, 2020

37:44

This Week: Stephen Sondheim wins an Oscar and the T-Rex from Toy Story discovers Sartre


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#229 ANN HOULD-WARD, Costume Designer

August 17th, 2020

1:01:34

SHOWS: Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, Beauty and the Beast


She has made teapots dance, witches turn from grunge to glam in seconds, and has used a garage door opener to free Bernadette Peters. Yes, Tony …

Our Favorite Things: Lady In The Dark & No Pickle, No Performance

August 13th, 2020

40:24

This Week: Psycho analysis sings a song & why you must always have Kosher Dill in your stage manager's kit.


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#228 BARTLETT SHER, Director

August 10th, 2020

1:08:20

SHOWS: South Pacific, The Light In The Piazza, To Kill A Mockingbird


There is not a genre that Tony Award winning director Bartlett Sher has not explored in his varied, celebrated career. His directorial credits include …

Our Favorite Things: The Heat Is On (The Making of Miss Saigon) & Mayor: The Musical

August 6th, 2020

34:24

This Week: The Making of Miss Saigon and The Ed Koch Musical!


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#227 HINTON BATTLE, Actor

August 3rd, 2020

1:12:37

SHOWS: The Wiz, The Tap Dance Kid, Miss Saigon


Three time Tony Award winning actor Hinton Battle joins us from Japan to look back on his illustrious career in such shows as The Wiz, Dancin, Sophisticated Ladies, …

Our Favorite Things: Repeat Attenders & The Tap Dance Kid

July 30th, 2020

28:55

This Week: A new documentary explores standom in the musical theatre & revisiting a classic musical from the 1980s!


Every week director Robert W …

#226 AMONGST THE STARS WITH JOSHUA ELLIS & PETER FILICHIA

July 27th, 2020

1:10:49

Two of the Behind The Curtain's favorite guests, press agent Joshua Ellis and critic Peter Filichia, join Rob and Kevin to look back on their …

Our Favorite Things: The Cinematic Works of Kevin David Thomas & Jacques Brel

July 23rd, 2020

36:13

This Week: Exploring Kevin David Thomas' cinematic endeavors in the post millennial era of film and Jacques Brel's legacy of music.


Every week …

#225 JACK O'BRIEN, Director

July 20th, 2020

1:05:26

SHOWS: The Full Monty, Hairspray, The Coast of Utopia


Note: This interview was recorded via phone with Mr. O'Brien and may not have as clear of a …

Our Favorite Things: A is for Audra & The Story of Musicals

July 16th, 2020

23:48

This Week: A delightful children's book and a thorough exploration of Britain's greatest musicals.


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#224 SCOTT ELLIS, Director

July 13th, 2020

1:11:08

SHOWS: She Loves Me (1993), Curtains, Tootsie


One of Broadway's busiest directors, Roundabout's Adams' Deputy Artistic Director Scott Ellis, joins Rob and Kevin for an exploration of acting, directing techniques, and the …

Our Favorite Things: Nick Cordero

July 9th, 2020

33:13

This Week: Discussing Hamilton on the TV and Nick Cordero


Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#223 ANN REINKING, Director/Choreographer

July 6th, 2020

1:15:00

SHOWS: Pippin, Dancin, Chicago


We've got Annie! The one and only Ann Reinking joins Rob and Kevin to look back on her career which includes appearing in Cabaret, Coco, Pippin, Over Here, Goodtime Charley, Dancin, and …

Our Favorite Things: The Liz Swados Project

July 2nd, 2020

28:03

This Week: Music Director Kris Kukul swings by to discuss Ghostlight Records' new album The Liz Swados Project which features Michael Jackson, Sophia …

#222 STUART HOWARD, Casting Director

June 29th, 2020

1:08:11

SHOWS: Moose Murders, La Cage Aux Folles, Falsettos


He was there when Eve Arden was hired then fired/left Moose Murders. He watched the unsolved …

Our Favorite Things: Songs From Inside My Locker

June 26th, 2020

29:42

This Week: Celebrating the release of Robbie Rozelle's SONGS FROM INSIDE MY LOCKER which we are calling "The Gold Standard Of Cabaret Recordings."


#221 JOHN DOYLE, Director

June 22nd, 2020

1:13:29

SHOWS: The Color Purple, Sweeney Todd, Company


Tony Award winning director John Doyle, artistic director of New York's acclaimed Classic Stage …

Our Favorite Things: Stairway to Stardom Pt. 2 & Bryan Andes

June 18th, 2020

30:36

This Week: Going back to 1980s public access with Stairway to Stardom and celebrating the brilliant first grade teacher Bryan Andes.

 

Every week …

#220 EDMUND GAYNES, Actor/Producer

June 15th, 2020

1:11:07

SHOWS: Best Foot Forward, Greenwillow, The Fig Leaves Are Falling

 

Actor/Producer Edmund Gaynes has racked up sixty plus years in show business. From Off-Broadway to Broadway, small screen to big screen, East Coast to …

Our Favorite Things: Micki Grant & Something's Afoot

June 11th, 2020

1:10:00

This Week: Celebrating Micki Grant, rediscovering Something's Afoot, and the most bizarre college Scene Studies.

 

Every week director Robert W …

#219 KURT DEUTSCH, Founder of Ghostlight Records

June 8th, 2020

54:51

The need to capture a show’s energy and impact is a major responsibility for the person tasked with preserving that show on record. As the founder of Ghostlight Records, Kurt Deutsch has done just that for the past …

#218 CYNTHIA DARLOW, Actress

June 1st, 2020

1:04:00

While America knows her as Mrs. Moskowitz, Joel's secretary in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Cynthia Darlow has long been one of this country's most accomplished actresses having appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway, movies, …

Our Favorite Things: If It Only Even Runs A Minute & Showtime: A History of The Broadway Musical Theater

May 28th, 2020

23:42

This Week: Celebrating Jennifer Ashley Tepper's love of under-appreciated musicals and the definitive book on the American Musical.

 

Every week …

#217 THE HISTORY OF BROADWAYHD with co-founders Bonnie Comley & Stewart Lane

May 25th, 2020

1:14:28

Bonnie Comley and Stewart Lane, the co-founders of BroadwayHD, sit down with Rob and Kevin to look back on the platform's incredible history and how it might develop in the future.


To become a member of BroadwayHD click

Our Favorite Things: The Life Of Reilly & The Apple

May 21st, 2020

30:46

This Week: A fascinating one man show with Charles Nelson Reilly and the most bizarre musical ever put on celluloid!

 

Every week director Robert W …

#216 JASON ALEXANDER, Actor

May 18th, 2020

1:16:58

Good old Jason, good old, good old, good old Jason Alexander joins us from Los Angeles to look back on his incredible acting career onstage and off. …

Our Favorite Things: Carmelina & Peter Howard WNYC Pledge Breaks

May 14th, 2020

26:39

This Week: Saying good bye to Shetler Studios, Mamma Mia OG, and Peter Howard gets his due!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#215 GROVER DALE, Actor

May 11th, 2020

1:17:07

The incomparable Grover Dale co-directed with Jerome Robbins, was engaged to Elaine Stritch, choreographed the I Love NY commercials, danced with …

Our Favorite Things: Pam Goldberg, Actress

May 7th, 2020

35:54

This Week: Pam Goldberg (We Met On TipToes and PBS' Secretville) swings by to discuss her regional career.

Pam Goldberg- Philip Taratula

Every week …

#214 ILENE GRAFF, Actress

May 4th, 2020

1:17:21

Ilene Graff is one of television's most recognizable faces having appeared on ABC's hit comedy, Mr. Belevedere, for six seasons. But, before she staked a claim in television immortality, she was one of New York's most …

Our Favorite Things: French and Saunders & Milton Schafer

April 30th, 2020

33:19

This Week: French & Saunders take on opera and A Chorus Line, while we celebrate the man who gave us Drat! The Cat!

 

Every week director Robert W …

#213 DOUGLAS SILLS, Actor

April 27th, 2020

1:15:26

He's one of the most stunning leading men on Broadway and for a few hours we've got him! He is the one and only Douglas Sills who has appeared in Into the Woods, The Secret Garden, Chess, Living on Love, Little Shop of …

Our Favorite Things: Mame (1974) & Bloomer Girl

April 23rd, 2020

40:00

This Week: Lucy gets vindicated & Harold Arlen gets praised!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#212 ALISON FRASER, Actress

April 20th, 2020

1:13:08

The one and only two time Tony Award nominee, Alison Fraser, joins us to look back on her career which includes the original productions of In Trousers, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Romance/Romance, The Secret Garden, …

Our Favorite Things: Richard Simmons' Broadway Sweat & The Love Boat: The Musical

April 16th, 2020

49:04

This Week: Richard Simmons creates a Broadway Body & Captain Stubbing loves The Merm.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#211 JEFF BLUMENKRANTZ, Actor/Composer

April 13th, 2020

1:18:19

Website: https://jeffblumenkrantz.com/

 

Jeff Blumenkrantz is a man who wears many hats. As an actor, he was in the original companies of Into the Woods, A Class, Act, Murder for Two, and the revivals of Damn Yankees and

Our Favorite Things: IfItHadHappened, Caleb Albert, & Rema, Patron of the Arts

April 9th, 2020

29:03

This Week: Celebrating arts patrons, giving Broadway a new beat, and everything old is new again.....at least on Instagram!


Caleb Albert:

Our Favorite Things: Broadway Melody & Oklahoma!

March 26th, 2020

39:54

This Week: The bawdiness of Pre-Code Hollywood and the brilliance of Agnes DeMille.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

Our Favorite Things: Early Havoc & James Lipton

March 6th, 2020

1:02:24

This Week: We're baaaaaaaack!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and …

Our Favorite Things: The Complete Book of.... & You're A Good Man Charlie Brown

January 17th, 2020

31:26

This Week: Dan Dietz's incredible book series and remembering an old chestnut.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas …

Our Favorite Things: Jule Styne Salute & Giant

January 11th, 2020

26:30

This Week: Jule Styne gets a tribute from Merv and Edna Ferber gets to sing....again!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#206 The 2019 In Memoriam with Lee Roy Reams

January 7th, 2020

1:17:21

From Carol Channing to Jerry Herman, Martin Charnin to Hal Prince, Kaye Ballard to John Simon, 2019 saw the passing of some of the greatest legends …

Our Favorite Things #205: Mother Goose Rock N' Rhyme & Beyond Vaudeville

January 2nd, 2020

30:10

This Week: Shelly Duvall sings and Robert Goulet croons!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#205 The Plays Of The 2010s w/ Adam Feldman

December 30th, 2019

58:09

As the decade comes to a close, Time Out critic Adam Feldman joins Rob and Kevin for a stimulating look back at the trends, highlights, milestones, …

Our Favorite Things #204: Jerry Herman (1931-2019)

December 27th, 2019

22:25

This Week: Celebrating the life and music of Jerry Herman.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain …

#204: 2010s- THE MUSICALS with Daniel Dunlow

December 23rd, 2019

1:13:30

It was the era of Social Media, contentious elections, and a renaissance in the American Musical Theatre.

 

On this week's episode, Rob and Kevin sit down with Daniel Dunlow, the Original Programming Producer of The Green …

Our Favorite Things #203: George Hearn & Flahooley!

December 20th, 2019

20:47

This Week: Celebrating the brilliance of George Hearn and Barbara Cook!

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back …

#203 WALTER MARKS, Composer

December 16th, 2019

1:16:58

Walter Marks, one of the most popular songwriters of the 1960s, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his incredible career which includes Bajour, …

Our Favorite Things #202: Vivian Blaine & Pam Goldberg

December 12th, 2019

16:42

This Week: Celebrating two grand dames of the theater.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#202 GEORGE DANSKER, Historian

December 9th, 2019

1:14:11

One of the industry's most respected lecturers and historians, George Dansker, swings by Shetler Studios to look back on the Golden Age of Broadway …

Our Favorite Things #201: Jackie Mason's Music Video & The Apollo

December 5th, 2019

28:34

This Week: Jackie Mason becomes a Professor of Love and celebrating an NY institution.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#201 ANDREW LIPPA, Composer/Lyricist

December 2nd, 2019

1:18:12

Get ready to be pulled in a new direction as composer/lyricist Andrew Lippa teaches us all to live out loud and how to be the life of the party. …

Our Favorite Things #200: Maggie Flynn & Annie: A Theatre Memoir

November 28th, 2019

37:05

This Week: The joys of Jack Cassidy, Martin Charnin looks back, and discussing John Simon.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#200 THE 200th Week Celebration w/Robbie Rozelle

November 25th, 2019

1:15:51

This week marks the 400th episode of Behind The Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends. 200 weeks on the air, 2 episodes a week, 50 Robert Goulet …

Our Favorite Things #199: Lauren Bacall High Point Coffee & 3hree

November 21st, 2019

23:38

This Week: Lauren Bacall makes some coffee and Hal Prince makes some music.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull …

#199 LEONARD SOLOWAY, Producer

November 18th, 2019

1:09:41

One of Broadway's most beloved general managers and producers, Tony Award winner Leonard Soloway, is not only swinging by Shetler Studios to discuss …

Our Favorite Things #198: Liza with a Z & Celeste Holm Sings I Cain't Say No

November 14th, 2019

36:35

This Week: Liza finds a cannister and Celeste finds a choice.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#198 RICHARD SEFF, Agent

November 12th, 2019

1:07:18

"All I did was make a few phone calls." Agent/actor extraordinaire Richard Seff might say humbly but here are some of the results he got from picking …

Our Favorite Things #197: Leonard Soloway's Broadway & Robert Goulet

November 7th, 2019

29:32

This Week: Celebrating Leonard Soloway, Robert Goulet, and a new take on The Music Man.

 

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#197 JERRY ZAKS, Director

November 4th, 2019

1:14:19

Today's podcast is a master class in the art of direction and your instructor is none other than 4 time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, whose onstage credits include Fiddler on the Roof, Grease, Once in a Lifetime, and …

Our Favorite Things #196: The Paul Lynde Halloween Special & More McMullens

October 31st, 2019

36:35

This Week: Tim Curry, Elaine Stritch, Bizarre Broadway Demos, Paul Lynde Loves Ramon Navarro, and the brilliance of James McMullen.

 

Every week …

#196 WAYNE CILENTO, Choreographer

October 28th, 2019

1:13:31

Wayne Cilento, who starred in the original productions of Seesaw, A Chorus Line, The Act, Dancin, and choreographed the mega-hit Wicked, swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Rob and Kevin about his career on and off the …

Our Favorite Things #195: Scrambled Feet & The Playbill Yearbook

October 24th, 2019

30:58

This Week: Discussing The Lightning Thief, Robert Ghoulet, Company casting, a revue from the 80s and a fabulous archive.

 

Every week director Robert W …

#195 MICHAEL KUBALA, Broadway Dancer

October 21st, 2019

1:10:05

Michael Kubala has long been one of the most respected hoofers working on Broadway. His Broadway shows include Dancin, A Broadway Musical, Woman of the Year, Marilyn, Jerome Robbins Broadway, Crazy for You, and Chicago, …

Our Favorite Things #194: The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company

October 17th, 2019

26:47

This Week: Kevin interviews Rob about his new theater company!

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#194 KT SULLIVAN, Cabaret Artist

October 14th, 2019

57:03

For over thirty years, KT Sullivan has been one of the most recognizable artists associated with cabaret. She has played Carnegie Hall, Lincoln …

Our Favorite Things #193: The Hal Prince Exhibit & Those Lips, Those Eyes

October 10th, 2019

27:16

This Week: Discussing Chasing Rainbows, The Inheritance, and The Sound Inside. Plus, the joys of the New York Public Library For The Performing Arts and trying to find out how Frank Langella stays so young. Every week …

#193 DONNA MCKECHNIE, Tony Award Winning Actress

October 7th, 2019

1:14:50

SHOWS: A Chorus Line, Company, Promises, Promises The one and only Tony Award winner Donna McKechnie, star of A Chorus Line, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look back on her incredible career which started with How to …

Our Favorite Things #192: Merely Marvelous & A Strange Loop

October 3rd, 2019

33:00

This Week: The Rose Tattoo, The Great Society, The Height of the Storm, Gwen Verdon on film, and Michael Jackson off-broadway!  Every week director …

#192 MAURY YESTON, Composer

September 30th, 2019

1:18:37

SHOWS: Nine, Titanic, Phantom, Grand Hotel His music has inspired audiences for generations and his knowledge of music history is comparable to no one. He is the Tony Award winning composer Maury Yeston, and in this …

Our Favorite Things #191: Julie and Carol At Carnegie Hall & Phyllis Newman

September 26th, 2019

26:38

This Week: Celebrating three Golden Age Gals!  Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#191 BARRY BROWN, Tony Award Winning Producer

September 23rd, 2019

1:09:58

Shows: La Cage Aux Folles, Gypsy (1974 & 1989), Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Tony Award winning producer Barry Brown has given the world …

Our Favorite Things #190: The Maury Yeston Songbook & A Class Act

September 19th, 2019

25:49

This Week: Celebrating the lyrics of two geniuses…..and best friends!

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back …

#190 INGA SWENSON, Actress

September 16th, 2019

52:08

Shows: New Faces of 1956, 110 in the Shade, Baker Street

One of Broadway’s most legendary sopranos, Tony nominee Inga Swenson, joins Rob and Kevin via phone to look back on her incredible career which includes films like …

Our Favorite Things #189: Tap Your Troubles Away & Renaissance Faires

September 12th, 2019

40:23

This Week: Jerry Herman gets his due & Me thinks ye will enjoy the Renaissance Fair, mi lady.

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#189 THE 2019-2020 MUSICALS: Sneak Peek w/Robbie Rozelle

September 9th, 2019

1:03:37

Mix some vodka stingers, take your jagged little pill, and let’s fly over Sunset because Rob, Kevin, and entertainment icon Robbie Rozelle are sitting down and examining the musicals slated to come in for the 2019-2020 …

#188 THE 2019-2020 PLAYS: Sneak Peek w/ Robbie Rozelle

September 2nd, 2019

1:05:09

The posters are going up, contracts are being signed, and three show queens in Queens have popped open a third bottle of Seagrams to discuss the upcoming 2019-2020 Broadway Season. Beloved entertainer Robbie Rozelle …

Our Favorite Things #187: The Ed Sullivan Show Bootlegs & I’m Breathless

August 29th, 2019

34:42

This Week: Obscure Ed Sullivan clips resurface and Sondheim doesn't want to vogue! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#187 BETH FOWLER, Actress

August 26th, 2019

1:13:44

From a murderous baker to a singing teapot to Hugh Jackman's mother, today's guest has done it all. The incomparable Beth Fowler, who is an intuition in the American Musical Theater, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss …

Our Favorite Things #186: Gwen Verdon’s Final Stage Appearance & I Hear Sherlock Everywhere

August 22nd, 2019

22:55

This Week: Christopher Walken does a tap dance & Gwen Verdon steals the show! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas …

#186 JOHN WEIDMAN, Book Writer

August 19th, 2019

1:17:16

One of Broadway's most successful book writers, John Weidman, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his illustrious career as a book writer for such …

Our Favorite Things #185: Follies of God & The Brady Bunch Variety Hour

August 15th, 2019

22:55

This Week: Rediscovering Tennessee Williams & Reinventing The Brady Family. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas …

#185 GRETCHEN CRYER, Lyricist

August 12th, 2019

1:17:28

She is one half of the first female songwriting team to hit Broadway and one of the most important figures in the American Musical Theater of the …

Our Favorite Things #184: Hal Prince (1928-2019)

August 8th, 2019

19:24

This Week: Celebrating the life and legacy of Hal Prince. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain …

#184 CASEY NICHOLAW, Director

August 5th, 2019

1:17:18

The Book of Mormon. Mean Girls. The Prom. Aladdin. The Drowsy Chaperone. And that are only five of the many musicals that were directed and choreographed by one of the most productive men in musical theater: Tony Award …

Our Favorite Things #183: Pushing Daisies & The Office (Andy Stars In Sweeney Todd)

August 1st, 2019

18:23

This Week: Watching some TV with Kristin Chenoweth & Andy Bernard! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back …

#183 JEFF MCCARTHY, Actor- Urinetown

July 29th, 2019

1:04:49

Jeff McCarthy is one of the industry's most recognizable faces and the King of the Cult Musical. On Broadway, he starred in The Pirates Of Penzance, …

Our Favorite Things #182: Ernest Shackleton Loves Me & Norbert Leo Butz Sings Dreamgirls

July 25th, 2019

18:30

This Week: Ernest Goes To Shackleton and Norbert inhabits Effie! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#182 SONDRA LEE, Original Cast Member of Peter Pan and Hello, Dolly

July 22nd, 2019

1:07:20

Her autobiography is entitled I've Slept With Everyone and, after hearing our interview with Sondra Lee, we think you will understand why. Sondra's Broadway credits include High Button Shoes, Peter Pan (where she …

Our Favorite Things #181: Donnybrook & Colored Lights

July 18th, 2019

21:45

This Week: A forgotten musical and the history of Broadway's most productive writing team. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#181 TOM JONES, Lyricist

July 15th, 2019

1:11:09

He created a revolution in the American musical theatre when he wrote the lyrics for The Fantasticks, the longest running musical in New York City …

Our Favorite Things #180: Road Show & Geld/Udell

July 11th, 2019

22:39

This Week: Celebrating the last work of Stephen Sondheim & the most popular songwriting team of the 1970s! Every week director Robert W Schneider …

#180 MARTIN CHARNIN (1934-2019)

July 8th, 2019

47:59

To honor the passing of Martin Charnin, this week we are posting his interview with us. Martin was a fantastic individuals whose passion for the theater, and supporting young talent, was infectious. The sun will come …

Our Favorite Things #179: Sunday in the Park with George DVD Commentary & Late Nite Comic 20th Anniversary Recording

July 4th, 2019

22:55

This Week: Looking back on two musicals from the 1980s! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#179 Summer Sale: SUSAN WATSON (Actress), JOHN SIMON (Critic), and CARLETON CARPENTER (MGM Actor)

July 1st, 2019

41:40

Today is our Summer Sale here at Behind The Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends. Three for one! In this episode you will hear portions of interviews with three guests whose interviews we have not aired. When we decide …

Our Favorite Things #178: American Musical Theater: A Chronicle & Curtain Times: The New York Theater 1965-1987

June 27th, 2019

20:53

This Week: Cracking the books on some summer reading! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#178 DAN GOGGIN, Nunsense Creator

June 24th, 2019

1:09:39

Get out your wimples and avoid the vichyssoise because the creator of the Nunsense franchise, Dan Goggin, is today's guest! Dan pulls back the …

Our Favorite Things #177: Lena Horne- The Lady and Her Music & Night of 100 Stars

June 20th, 2019

29:17

This Week: Lena Horne doubles the stormy weather & Maureen Stapleton sells a hot dog. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#177 PETER GALLAGHER, Actor

June 17th, 2019

1:14:40

He is one of the entertainment industry’s most recognizable faces, having appeared on screen in American Beauty, Grace and Frankie, Center Stage, Sex, Lies, and Videotape, and so many others. But, Peter Gallagher is …

Our Favorite Things #176: Bob Merrill & The Southbank Show- Sweeney Todd

June 13th, 2019

28:13

This Week: Bob Merrill gets a doggie & Hal Prince cuts a cast member. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull …

#176 ERNESTINE JACKSON, Tony Nominated Actress

June 10th, 2019

1:09:46

She was one of Broadway's most respected singers, garnering two Tony nominations for her work in Raisin and the 1976 revival of Guys and Dolls. Now, …

Our Favorite Things #175: Forgotten Tony Awards Categories

June 6th, 2019

36:13

This Week: Rob, Kevin, and Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood discuss Tony Award categories that are no longer part of the ceremony and suggest ones …

#175 THE 2018-2019 TONY AWARDS: MUSICALS

June 3rd, 2019

1:05:18

From Stephanie J Block turning back time to Andre DeShields taking us back to Hadestown, from Santino Fontana taking New York by storm to a storm of egos invading an Indiana prom, the 2018-2019 musical season took us …

Our Favorite Things #174: Egregiously Overlooked for the 2018-2019 Tony Awards Season

May 30th, 2019

42:23

This Week: Rob, Kevin, and Tony Awards Historian Bryan Hobgood look at all the wonderful artists and shows who were not nominated for a Tony Award …

#174 THE 2018-2019 TONY AWARDS: PLAYS

May 27th, 2019

1:03:34

From Bryan Cranston to being mad as hell to Johnny Lee Miller changing the face of journalism, from Glenda Jackson raging against a storm to Laurie Metcalf raging against the electoral machine, the 2018-2019 season was …

Our Favorite Things #173: The Theatre Art of Boris Aronson & Now Is The Time For All Good Men…

May 23rd, 2019

21:26

This Week: The man who revolutionized design and the women who revolutionized theater. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#173 JAMIE DEROY, Producer

May 20th, 2019

1:10:06

One of New York's most recognizable grande dames, Tony Award winning producer Jamie DeRoy, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss such topics as producing in the 21st century, stand up comedy in the 1980s, and what …

Our Favorite Things #172: Everyday Rapture & Six

May 16th, 2019

25:37

This Week: Sherrie Renee Scott sings Mr. Rodgers & Henry VIII's wives put on a show! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#172 TERRENCE MCNALLY, Playwright

May 13th, 2019

1:00:46

One of modern drama's most prolific playwrights, Terrence McNally, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look at his upcoming production of Frankie and …

Our Favorite Things #171: Wish You Were Here & Head Of The Class: The Musicals

May 9th, 2019

34:14

This Week: A dive into the onstage swimming pool & a journey to the center of campy 80s goodness. Every week director Robert W Schneider and …

#171 RICHARD KIND, Actor

May 6th, 2019

1:12:42

One of the entertainment industry's most recognizable faces, Richard Kind, swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Kevin and Rob about his obsession with theater and his appearances in Sly Fox, The Producers, Bounce, A …

Our Favorite Things #170: Egregiously Overlooked & The Unmistakable Tammy Grimes

May 2nd, 2019

23:34

This Week: Julie Andrews gets snubbed and Tammy Grimes becomes a baritone. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull …

#170 GRACIELA DANIELE, Director/Choreographer

April 29th, 2019

1:18:48

Graciela Daniele is one of Broadway's most beloved director/choreographers with credits including the choreography for The Pirates of Penzance, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, The Rink, The Goodbye Girl, Ragtime and …

Our Favorite Things #169: Behind The Curtain: Broadway Composers & Lyricists Sing Their Songs & The Nervous Set

April 25th, 2019

36:44

This Week: A glimpse into the creative process, a beatnik musical, plus reviews of Burn This, Hadestown, and Ink! Every week director Robert W …

#169 WALTER WILLISON, PT. 2- Actor

April 22nd, 2019

1:09:42

Part two of our two parter with Two by Two star, Tony nominee Walter Willison. In Part 2 of our interview with Walter, we look back on Walter's life in the throes of Two by Two, Pippin, Grand Hotel, and so much …

THE SET’S STILL WET #6: BRANDON URANOWITZ

April 18th, 2019

14:30

This Week: It is our sixth episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#168 WALTER WILLISON, Actor – Pt. 1

April 15th, 2019

1:16:43

We are going two by two today because we are talking, in two parts, to Two by Two star, Tony nominee Walter Willison. In Part 1 of our interview with …

Our Favorite Things #167: Rian Keating & Liaisons: Reimagining Sondheim

April 11th, 2019

39:28

This Week: A Behind The Curtain before Behind The Curtain, Sondheim gets rearranged, plus thoughts on Tootsie, What The Constitution Means To Me, and Ain't Too Proud. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor …

#167 MARGO SAPPINGTON, Choreographer

April 8th, 2019

1:16:34

Slip into your birthday suit because we have the choreographer of Oh! Calcutta! with us today! Yes, the one and only Margo Sappington, sits down with Rob and Kevin to talk about her appearances in Promises, Promises and …

Our Favorite Things #166: Steve Brinberg

April 4th, 2019

41:04

This Week: Rob & Kevin sit down with Steve Brinberg and discuss his 50th Anniversary Celebration for the movie version of Hello, Dolly, which …

#166 AUSTIN PENDLETON, Actor

April 1st, 2019

1:12:23

He has appeared in 250 movies and over 100 theatrical productions. His resume ranges from the original production of Fiddler on the Roof to the most recent Choir Boy, his scene partners have included E.G. Marshall, …

THE SET’S STILL WET #5: ROB MAITNER

March 28th, 2019

32:22

This Week: It is our fifth episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#165 LYPSINKA (JOHN EPPERSON), Actor

March 25th, 2019

1:13:47

John Epperson is one of the most influential performers of this generation. Since the early 1980s John's character Lypsinka, a woman whose entire show is lip-synching to iconic film clips, obscure musical theater …

Our Favorite Things #164: Move On: A Sondheim Adventure & Ruthless!

March 21st, 2019

44:46

This Week: Rob & Kevin discuss Be More Chill, Prioritizing Yanni, Souvenir Cup Stealing, Gary:A Sequel to Titus Andronicus, Hillary and Clinton, Oklahoma, Cyrille Aimee, Lauren Bacall, and more! Every week director …

#164 MARC KUDISCH, Actor

March 18th, 2019

1:18:48

One of Broadway's most beloved political scientists, three time Tony Award nominee Marc Kudisch, swings by Shetler Studios to look back on his career …

THE SET’S STILL WET #4: AJ HOLMES, Team StarKid

March 14th, 2019

54:40

This Week: It is our fourth episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#163 KURT PETERSON, Actor

March 11th, 2019

1:13:57

You're Gonna Love Tomorrow….well, you're actually gonna love today because we have with us the one and only Kurt Peterson, who was Young Ben in the …

Our Favorite Things #162: Co-Op/Housewives & 1989 Tony Awards

March 7th, 2019

46:15

This Week: Sondheim gets a send up and Angela Lansbury solves a crime! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back …

#162 LONNY PRICE, Director

March 4th, 2019

1:17:57

Lonny Price is one of the industry's most respected directors of both stage and screen. As an actor, he appeared in such shows as Merrily We Roll …

THE SET’S STILL WET #3: JULIA MURNEY

February 28th, 2019

36:34

This Week: It is our third episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#161 TONY WALTON, Set Designer

February 26th, 2019

50:10

The one and only Tony Walton, one of Broadway's most innovating and influential set designers, invites Rob and Kevin into his apartment to look back on his career which includes the Oscar, the Tony, the Emmy, and …

Our Favorite Things #160: Alice Through The Looking Glass & Hercules

February 21st, 2019

31:40

This Week: The genius of Bob Mackie & Alan Menken! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#160 SUSAN STROMAN, Tony Award winning director/choreographer

February 18th, 2019

1:18:22

Five Time Tony Award winning director/choreographer Susan Stroman swings by Shetler Studios to discuss her incredible career which includes the original productions of Crazy For You, And The World Goes Round, Big, Steel …

Our Favorite Things #159: Company (2019) & Show Time

February 14th, 2019

31:11

This Week: Bobby Baby gets an update and Ethel Merman makes a mint! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#159 GERARD ALESSANDRINI, Creator of Forbidden Broadway

February 11th, 2019

1:16:15

Get ready to laugh your tuchas off because the creator of Forbidden Broadway, Tony Award winner Gerard Alessandrini swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Rob and Kevin about the many incarnations of off-broadway's most …

THE SET'S STILL WET #2: ROBBIE ROZELLE

February 7th, 2019

20:47

This Week: It is our second episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#158 MICHAEL JOHN LACHIUSA, Composer

February 4th, 2019

1:18:12

Rob and Kevin are having a wild, wild party with the brilliant composer/lyricist Michael John LaChiusa whose works include Hello, Again, The Wild Party, First Ladies Suite, First Daughters Suite, Giant, Little Fish, See …

THE SET'S STILL WET #1: REBECCA SPIGELMAN

January 31st, 2019

24:33

This Week: It is our first episode of The Set's Still Wet, an exploration of the wild wonderful, wacky world of theater from sea to shining …

#157 LINDA LAVIN, Tony Winning Actress, Pt. 1

January 28th, 2019

47:37

The one and only new girl in town, Tony Award winner Linda Lavin, joins Rob and Kevin for a phone chat that discusses not only her appearances in A Family Affair, It's A Bird, It's A Plane, It's Superman, Broadway …

Our Favorite Things #156: Goodspeed Musicals & Nell Carter

January 24th, 2019

54:56

This Week: Celebrating a home for new musicals and a legend who left us too soon. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas …

#156 RICHARD FRANKEL, Producer

January 21st, 2019

1:08:35

Richard Frankel is one of Broadway's most respected producers and is one of the co-owners of Feinstein's/54 Below, arguable the most influential cabaret space in the world. As a producer, his passion for theater led to …

Our Favorite Things #155: Carol Channing (1921-2019)

January 17th, 2019

39:56

This Week: Celebrating the life of Carol Channing. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#155 DEE HOTY, Tony nominated actress

January 14th, 2019

1:19:51

She's Dee-lightful, she's Dee-licious, she's Dee Hoty! Three time tony nominee Dee Hoty swings by Shetler Studios to look back on her illustrious …

Our Favorite Things #154: Strippers, Showgirls, and Sharks & Marie Christine

January 10th, 2019

30:03

This Week: Celebrating Maria & Marie Christine. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#154 CHRISTINE PEDI, Actress & Host of On Broadway on Sirius XM

January 7th, 2019

1:03:11

Today's guests are Ethel Merman, Julie Andrews, Eartha Kitt, Angela Lansbury, and Carol Channing.....well, not really, but you would think we had …

An Exciting Announcement From Behind The Curtain: Broadway’s Living Legends!!!!

January 4th, 2019

6:33

A Chorus Line with 56 pre-teens. A Tevye who sells bagels, not milk. A theatre that doubles as a functioning airport. This, and so much more, will be discussed on our new addition to Behind The Curtain: HAPPY OPENING, …

Our Favorite Things #153: Playbill Trading Cards & The Birdcage

January 3rd, 2019

34:19

This Week: Playbill makes trading cards fun & Nathan Lane ffffffffffffoxtrots! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#153 The 2018 In Memoriam Episode with Lee Roy Reams

December 31st, 2018

1:18:48

This year we lost so many legends from Marin Mazzie to Gary Beach, Neil Simon to William Goldman, Rick McKay to Craig Zadan. We end our year …

Our Favorite Things #152: My Little Tonys & Harold Prince: The Director’s Life

December 27th, 2018

27:42

This Week: Celebrating a new podcast and an experienced legend! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#152 FRANK RICH, Critic for The New York Times 1980-1993

December 24th, 2018

49:51

While he was known by many as The Butcher of Broadway, Frank Rich is still considered to be one of the greatest critics who ever covered The Great White Way. Despite that savage moniker, he was, and is, a proud theater …

Our Favorite Things #151: The Ten Greatest Moments of 2018

December 20th, 2018

36:59

This Week: Rob & Kevin look back on the top ten greatest theatrical moments of 2018. From Elaine May to Jessica Vosk, from Angels in America to The Prom, all of this year's greatest moments are celebrated! Every …

#151 ANDRE BISHOP, Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater

December 17th, 2018

1:09:56

It would be hard pressed to find someone who, in the past thirty years, has influenced the development of the American Theatre more than Andre …

Our Favorite Things #150: A Chorus Line on Donahue & Then and Now

December 13th, 2018

17:18

This Week: Looking back on one of America's greatest musicals and one of its favorite stars. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#150 TONYA PINKINS, Tony Award Winning Actress

December 10th, 2018

1:23:47

She is as passionate offstage as she is on and her philosophy on life, art, and everything in between, makes Tonya Pinkins one of Broadway's fiercest …

Our Favorite Things #149: Song and Dance & The O’Leary Car Ride

December 6th, 2018

36:03

This Week: The wonder of solos shows onstage...... and in a car. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#149 MARK WALDROP, Director

December 3rd, 2018

1:11:55

Actor. Writer. Lyricist. Director. Mark Waldrop has done it all. His acting career started on Broadway with appearances in Hello, Dolly, The Grand …

Our Favorite Things #148: Hadestown & Nunsense: TV Pilot

November 29th, 2018

31:59

This Week: We go to heaven & hell. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, …

#148 NEIL MERON, Producer

November 26th, 2018

1:06:10

It is hard pressed to find someone who loves musical theatre as much as Emmy and Oscar winning producer Neil Meron. He loves musical theatre so much that he is determined to bring some of the canon's greatest works from …

Our Favorite Things #147: It Happened On Broadway & Kup’s Show

November 22nd, 2018

34:23

This Week: Broadway's rich history & Lucy Doesn't Love Mamet. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#147 MARY STOUT, Actress

November 19th, 2018

1:13:41

Yes, we all know about her unfortunate run in with a hot dog cart, but there is so much more to incredible character actress, Mary Stout, who has appeared on Broadway in Copperfield, Me and My Girl, A Change In The …

Our Favorite Things #146: The Musicals No One Came To See & A Mighty Wind

November 15th, 2018

25:47

This Week: Flops from before 1983 & a mighty wind is blowing you and me! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull …

#146 GLEN KELLY, Dance Arranger

November 12th, 2018

1:18:37

Woody Allen. Stephen Sondheim. Mel Brooks. Alan Menken. Eric Idle. These are only a few of the artists whom the wonderful Glen Kelly has had to give …

Our Favorite Things #145: The Drama Book Shop & Charles Pierce

November 8th, 2018

25:22

This Week: A wonderful bookstore goes away & an actor paves the way for drag. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas …

#145 CAROLE COOK, Actress

November 5th, 2018

1:36:17

In one of the funniest episodes to date, Carole Cook brings Rob and Kevin into her LA home to look back on her eighty plus years in the business! …

Our Favorite Things #144: Throwback Thursday Halloween Episode! Boo!

November 1st, 2018

33:21

This Week: Happy Halloween! To celebrate the spookiness of the season, Rob and Kevin reveal their costumes, Mrs. Garrett pulls a Patty Duke, Tim …

#144 DAPHNE RUBIN-VEGA: Actress

October 29th, 2018

1:08:19

In one of their most inspiring interviews to date, Behind the Curtain sits down with one of Broadway's most respected artists, Daphne Rubin-Vega, to discuss not only her career in such shows as Rent, Miss You Like Hell, …

Our Favorite Things #143: Everything’s Coming Up Roses- The Overtures of Jule Styne & The Nightmare Before Christmas

October 25th, 2018

35:43

This Week: The genius of Jule & Danny! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, …

#143 STEVEN SUSKIN, Author

October 22nd, 2018

1:12:33

One of Broadway's most respected chroniclers, Steven Suskin, swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Rob and Kevin about his career as a General Manager AND as the author of such books as Show Tunes: The Songs, Shows and …

Our Favorite Things #142: Side Show & It’s A Hit: The Backstage Book of Longest Running Broadway Shows 1884 To The Present

October 18th, 2018

32:49

This Week: Shows that ran over five hundred performances & one show that did not. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

Bonus Episode: Theatre Geeks Anonymous Podcast & Us!

October 17th, 2018

1:03:42

This week only we are offering a bonus episode with our friends Pamela and Ebony over at the great podcast Theatre Geeks Anonymous! Rob, Pamela, Ebony, and not Kevin because he went camping, sit down and discuss four …

#142 VIVIAN REED, Singer

October 15th, 2018

1:10:42

Two Tony Award nominations. Drama Desk Award Winner. Obie Award Winner. Recognition from the NAACP, Dance Education of America, Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Mr. Blackwell's Best Dressed List. These are some of the …

Our Favorite Things #141: Triumph Goes To The Tony Awards & The Last Ship

October 11th, 2018

36:22

This Week: The Tonys go to the dogs and Sting goes to Broadway. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#141 GERRY VICHI, Character Actor

October 8th, 2018

1:03:11

His Broadway debut was made at an age when some actors consider retiring from the business. But, countless credits later, Gerry Vichi has no intention of stopping anytime soon. His adorable mug has been seen in such …

Our Favorite Things #140: Shangri La Plaza & Billy Porter Presents The Soul of Richard Rodgers

October 4th, 2018

31:08

This Week: A musical mall & Billy Porter goes old school. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#140 PATTI MARIANO, Golden Age Child Actress

October 1st, 2018

1:11:52

She held one of Seventy-Six trombones, she heard about Hugo and Kim during The Telephone Hour, and she got to Sail Away with Elaine Stritch. She is …

Our Favorite Things #139: broadwaytheatreposters & Hackstage.nyc

September 27th, 2018

28:34

This Week: An Instagram with history & The Onion for Actors. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#139 MICHAEL MCCORMICK, Actor

September 24th, 2018

1:12:26

Sit down, John.........because Michael McCormick, one of Broadway's busiest character actors, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look back on a career that has had him appear in such musicals as Oliver, La Bete, Kiss of …

Our Favorite Things #138: Marin Mazzie (1960-2018)

September 20th, 2018

24:52

This Week: Remembering the great Marin Mazzie. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#138 ETHAN MORDDEN, Author

September 17th, 2018

1:24:40

He has inspired countless generations with his observations on the world of musical theatre and his literary output is staggering. His name is Ethan Mordden and just a few of his books are: When Broadway Went To …

Our Favorite Things #137: The Sound of Broadway Music & Sally Mayes: Our Private World

September 13th, 2018

40:58

This Week: Celebrating orchestrators in print and on CD! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#137 BRUCE VILANCH, Writer/Actor

September 10th, 2018

1:36:45

He has kept audiences in stitches for over forty years and today its Rob and Kevin's turn as Emmy Award winner Bruce Vilanch, the man behind the quips heard at the Tonys, Oscars, and Emmys swings by Shetler Studios to …

Our Favorite Things #136: The Carol Channing Show & Underfoot in Show Business

September 6th, 2018

37:11

This Week: Carol Channing eats a wiener & Helene Hanff leans in! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back …

#136 LUCIE ARNAZ, Actress

September 3rd, 2018

1:23:36

One of the industry's most beloved artists, Lucie Arnaz, swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Rob and Kevin about her fifty plus year stage career. From her roots on CBS' Here's Lucy, starring her mother Lucille Ball, …

Our Favorite Things #135: Liza on HSN & Score: A Film Documentary

August 30th, 2018

26:10

This Week: Liza Minnelli sells some jewelry & the art of film scoring. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull …

#135 The 2018-2019 Broadway Season w/ Peter Filichia

August 27th, 2018

1:23:42

This week Rob, Kevin, and celebrated author and historian, Peter Filichia, look forward to the 2018-2019 theatrical season and discuss all the shows that are announced to come, rumored to come, and those that have …

Our Favorite Things #134: Barbara Harris & Here’s The Thing: The Hidden Trove of Musicals by Broadways Greatest Talents

August 23rd, 2018

51:05

This Week: Remembering Vivian Matalon, Brian Murray, Craig Zadan, and Barbara Harris and looking back on industrial musicals. Every week director …

#134 ROBERT SHER, Grammy Nominated Record Producer

August 20th, 2018

58:32

While Robert Sher's career has been most significant for producing the Grammy nominated cast recordings of such Broadway musicals as Nice Work If You Can Get It, Sugar Babies, and the most recent revival of How to …

Our Favorite Things #133: Jessica Vosk: Wild and Free & Promises, Promises

August 16th, 2018

38:07

This Week: Praising the genius that is Jessica Vosk and reinventing the sound of music with Burt Bacharach. Every week director Robert W Schneider …

#133 BILLY GOLDENBERG, Composer

August 11th, 2018

1:09:58

He might have written "Fifty Percent" but today we get one hundred percent of the Emmy Award winning composer, Billy Goldenberg, who has worked with …

Our Favorite Things #132: Off The Wall At Sardis & Part Of Your World: The Alan Menken Album

August 9th, 2018

23:38

This Week: Getting your picture up at Sardis and the undiscovered world of Alan Menken. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David …

#132 DEBBIE GRAVITTE, Tony Award Winning Actress

August 6th, 2018

1:17:23

The musical theatre goddess that is Debbie Gravitte swings by Shetler Studios to tell Rob and Kevin about her amazing career that got started doing Annie Get Your Gun with Gower Champion all the way up to her filling …

Our Favorite Things #131: TDF & Hello, Again

August 2nd, 2018

23:44

This Week: The ten most produced high school plays/musicals, why we loved Head Over Heels and Bonnie Milligan, the generosity of TDF, and Michael …

#131 JOSHUA ELLIS, Press Agent

July 30th, 2018

1:18:44

Stop the presses.......literally! One of Broadway's most respected press agents, Joshua Ellis, has the spotlight shifted from his glittering …

Our Favorite Things #130: Elaine Stritch At Liberty & Staatstheater Kassel

July 26th, 2018

28:04

This Week: Revisiting Stritch & Spongebob meets West Side. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the …

#130 RANDY SKINNER, Choreographer

July 23rd, 2018

1:15:50

Get out your tap shoes, Francis, because four time Tony nominated choreographer, Randy Skinner, is here to waltz us all back in time for an intimate retrospective of his career. From working at the famed Kenley Players …

Our Favorite Things #129: Gary Beach (1947-2018)

July 19th, 2018

27:57

This Week: Remembering Tony Award winner Gary Beach. Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on …

#129 JOHN LEE BEATTY, Tony Award winning set designer

July 16th, 2018

1:26:10

One of Broadway's busiest and most respected set designers, Tony Award winner John Lee Beatty, swings by Shetler Studios to sit down with Rob and …

Our Favorite Things #128: You’ll Never Walk Alone & Fraver By Design

July 12th, 2018

34:10

This Week: Remembering Liliane Montevecchi and Jeff Loeffelholz, soccer teams love musical theatre, and an essential coffee table book! Every week …

#128 PENNY FULLER, Actress

July 9th, 2018

1:24:53

It may not be Halloween but we got the one and only Eve Harrington, Penny Fuller, with us in today's episode! Penny has been an Emmy Award winning …

Our Favorite Things #127: Girl Crazy & All That Jazz: The Life And Times Of The Musical Chicago

July 5th, 2018

32:38

This Week: Looking at Songs For A New World, Jagged Little Pill, Ethel Merman, Ginger Rodgers, and the wicked Windy City. Every week director Robert …

#127 BARRY MCNABB, Choreographer

July 2nd, 2018

1:14:04

5,6,7,8.....get out your tap shoes, Francis, because we are sitting down with the one and only Barry McNabb who will dance his way into all your hearts. Barry not only appeared in the original Broadway productions of …

Our Favorite Things #126: Connie and Carla & The World Only Spins Forward

June 28th, 2018

2:00

This Week: Sorry, folks, we got sound issues BUT its pretty much a drag themed, Stephen Spinella loving episode! Every week director Robert W …

#126 DAVID SHIRE, Oscar & Grammy Winning Composer

June 25th, 2018

1:37:25

David Shire's melodies have earned him an Oscar, a Grammy, countless Emmy and Tony nominations, as well a special place in the hearts of audiences spanning as far back as 1960. David drops by Shetler Studios to look …

Our Favorite Things #125: Punchy Players & Kay Starr

June 21st, 2018

34:22

This Week: Judy Garland gets some groceries & the Wheel of Fortune lands on Kay Starr! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#125 HARVEY EVANS, Broadway’s Most Beloved Ensemblist

June 18th, 2018

1:09:15

A dancer's life on Broadway can be limited, but, if you are Harvey Evans, your abilities have no boundaries. Starting with his first Broadway credit in 1957's New Girls In Town, Harvey's incredible resume includes the …

Our Favorite Things #124: David Craig & American Dance Machine

June 14th, 2018

40:02

This Week: Recapping the 72nd Annual Tony Awards, celebrating a titan of musical theatre's vocal heritage, and dusting off great dances from musicals of yesteryear! Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin …

#124 BETH LEAVEL, Tony Award Winning Actress

June 11th, 2018

1:13:44

She might have once been a drowsy chaperone but the brilliant artist who created her, Beth Leavel, is an energetic life force whose passion for the art of musical theatre is infectious. Beth drops by Shetler Studios to …

Our Favorite Things #123: Forgotten Tony Awards Categories

June 7th, 2018

25:18

This Week: Rob, Kevin and Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood discuss Tony Award categories that are no longer part of the ceremony and suggest ones …

#123: The 2017-2018 Tony Awards Best Musical Nominations

June 4th, 2018

52:26

This Week: Rob, Kevin and Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood grab their ballots and kiki about the 2017-2018 Tony Award Musical Nominations. From a …

Our Favorite Things #122: Egregiously Overlooked at the 2017-2018 Tony Award nominations

May 31st, 2018

18:33

This Week: Individuals, and shows, who should have been nominated for the 2017-2018 Tony Award nominations. Every week director Robert W Schneider …

#122 The 2017-2018 Tony Award Nominations: Plays

May 28th, 2018

50:53

Rob, Kevin, and Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood all sit down with their ballots and review the 2017-2018 Best Play Tony Award nominations. From Uma Thurman to Glenda Jackson, from Marvin's Room to The Iceman Cometh, …

Our Favorite Things #121: Starting Here, Starting Now & Emerald City

May 24th, 2018

36:59

This Week: Saying goodbye to Patricia Morison, the new Gwen Verdon documentary, Rob explores Boston, Maltby and Shire become the heroes of all BFAs, and a public access show gives us a glimpse into days gone by. Every …

#121 CONRAD JOHN SCHUCK, “Daddy Warbucks”

May 21st, 2018

1:13:34

The sun won't come out tomorrow because it is here now and its name is Conrad John Schuck. One of the entertainment industry's most recognizable character actors, whose on screen credits include MASH, McMillan & …

Our Favorite Things #120: Helen Costa & Dinah Shore: The Kander & Ebb Show

May 17th, 2018

32:08

This Week: Rob has a wicked good time in Boston, sending love to Ruthie Ann Miles, revisiting Me and My Girl, Encores' announces its 26th Season, Big Fish deals with Big Bigots, the joys of musical theatre performance …

#120: HELEN GALLAGHER, Tony Award Winner for Pal Joey & No No Nanette

May 14th, 2018

1:09:23

In January of 2017, Rob and Kevin sat down with two time Tony Award winner Helen Gallagher to discuss her incredible life and career. If you are a listener of the podcast you will know that a virus erased the entire …

Our Favorite Things #119: Pirate Jenny & The Show Makers

May 10th, 2018

56:45

This Week: Rob discusses The Iceman Cometh with Denzel Washington, The York Theatre's Unexpected Joy, The Boys in the Band, the importance of Mart Crowley, Rob and Kevin appear on Sashay Away with Barry, Rob debuts his …

#119 JIM MORGAN, Artistic Director of The York Theatre

May 7th, 2018

1:09:01

For over forty years, Jim Morgan has been one of the most recognizable names in the New York theatre. For twenty years, Jim has served as the the artistic director of the acclaimed Off-Broadway theater company, The York …

Our Favorite Things #118: Act One & A Leap of Faith

May 3rd, 2018

35:36

This Week: Mispronunciations at the Tony noms, The Tony Award Best Ensemble, the Gypsy Robe gets a new name, Sierra Boggess leaves the West Side, To Kill A Mockingbird goes to Court, Moss Hart captures life upon the …

#118 KAREN ZIEMBA, Actress

April 30th, 2018

1:20:40

Are you willing to ride? If so, then you will get to hear the enchanting Tony Award winner Karen Ziemba look back on her incredible career which includes show stealing turns in And The World Goes Round, Crazy For You, …

Our Favorite Things #117: Michael Riedel vs Amy Sedaris & A Very Special Message from Kevin

April 26th, 2018

26:41

This Week: Amy Sedaris goes after Michael Riedel & Kevin shares an important message. This week's episode is dedicated to Floyd Thomas. Every …

#117 JANE SUMMERHAYS, Tony Nominated Actress

April 23rd, 2018

1:11:44

The wry, witty, and sophisticated Tony nominee Jane Summerhays swings by Shetler Studios to look back on her incredible career in such musicals as A Chorus Line, Me and My Girl (for which she was nominated for the …

Our Favorite Things #116: I Always Said Yes: The Many Lives of Wakefield Poole & Into the Woods MTI Conversation Piece

April 19th, 2018

34:27

This Week: The genius of "Give Me Fat Boy's Famous Arrow," holograms of Cassie and Sheila, altering original staging, Kevin throws some Dolly shade, …

#116 SEYMOUR RED PRESS, Music Coordinator

April 16th, 2018

1:08:33

At 94 years old, Tony Award winner Seymour Red Press is one of the most beloved artists working on Broadway. As a music coordinator, Seymour has …

Our Favorite Things #115: Guys and Dolls- Off The Record & The NT Collection

April 12th, 2018

39:47

This Week: Kevin and Rob have a dialect-off, Rob redecorates, Kevin sweats it out, Rob reveals some upcoming 54 Below shows, Kevin goes to the Catskills, Rob introduces to the Kutcher Emcee, the merits of talkbacks, …

#115 MICHAEL RIEDEL, Journalist

April 9th, 2018

1:26:38

Brace yourselves because the infamous Assassin of Broadway, Michael Riedel, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look back on his career and to celebrate the great legends that fascinated him when he first began in this …

Our Favorite Things #114: Two’s Company & Every Little Step

April 5th, 2018

43:05

This Week: Merman becomes a critic, discussing the new Angles in America, praising Andrew Garfield, Nathan Lane takes on Peter Sellars, Stritch goes …

#114 MICHAEL STAROBIN, Orchestrator

April 2nd, 2018

1:25:24

Two-time Tony Award winning orchestrator, Michael Starobin, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his illustrious career with Rob and Kevin. As an orchestrator, Michael created those magical charts for such shows as …

Our Favorite Things #113: Grand Hotel & Footnotes

March 29th, 2018

43:45

This Week: Kevin has sound issues, Rob and Kevin go to Encores' Grand Hotel, the brilliance of Josh Rhodes, Anita Gillette sings the lullaby of …

#113 DEBORAH GRACE WINER, Author

March 26th, 2018

1:48:54

What happens when you put three obsessive fans of the American Songbook into the same room? Well, you get this week's episode with acclaimed author and champion of the great American Songbook, Deborah Grace Winer. …

Our Favorite Things #112: National Theatre Live & 110 in the Shade 2007 Revival

March 22nd, 2018

29:32

This Week: Evan Hansen needs to do laundry, debating the baseball glove song, Rob's new shower playlist, Rob toots his horn, directorial tips from …

#112 RICK MCKAY: 1956-2018

March 19th, 2018

56:34

On January 29th, 2018, we lost our 37th guest, Rick McKay. We always wanted Rick as a guest but we didn’t put him at the top of our list because he was so young and we thought “Oh, we got plenty of time.” Well, to …

Our Favorite Things #111: A Jolly Theatrical Season & The Music Box Theater

March 15th, 2018

46:09

This Week: Bombshell Bernadette, revisiting Broadway commercials, Betty Bacall stars in Get Out, the reality of commercials, Kevin reveals his …

#111 LEE WILKOF, Actor

March 12th, 2018

1:01:25

Lift up your head, wash off your mascara, and get ready to be entertained by the original Seymour from Little Shop of Horrors, Tony nominee Lee Wilkof. While audiences are familiar with Lee's counltess stage appearances …

Our Favorite Things #110: Show Tunes & Wildcat

March 8th, 2018

36:32

This Week: A new Favorite Things theme song? A "Change" medley. A Broadway Kiki. Kevin gets outed for his love of RuPaul's Drag Race. Shout-out to …

#110 LARRY FULLER, Pt. 2: Choreographer

March 5th, 2018

1:08:33

Rob and Kevin are back for another round with one of the most celebrated choreographers of the 1970s, Larry Fuller. Joining us via phone from his new …

Our Favorite Things #109: Myths and Hymns & Nanette Fabray

March 1st, 2018

32:23

This Week: Happy Birthday, Robert! Robert's birthday hallucinations. Bergman's moody movies. A plug for the brilliance of Film Forum. Looking at The New Group's Jerry Springer: The Opera. When does John Rando sleep? The …

#109 LARRY FULLER, Pt. 1- Choreographer

February 26th, 2018

1:16:21

Grab your good friend Sweeney and snag a comfy seat on the 20th Century as Rob and Kevin speak to one of the most celebrated choreographers of the …

Our Favorite Things #108: The Rink & Tom Aldredge

February 22nd, 2018

27:03

This Week: Kevin busts out some Le Jazz Hot, the output of Frank Loesser, Rob challenges with some Pleasures and Palaces, looking at "Baby, It's Cold …

#108 KEVIN CHAMBERLIN, Tony Nominated Actor

February 19th, 2018

1:23:11

Let us all say Solla Sollew because three-time Tony nominee Kevin Chamberlin swings by Shetler Studios to look back on a varied career that includes …

Our Favorite Things #107: Jane Eyre & The Grand Tour

February 15th, 2018

25:55

This Week: Kevin takes a break, Rob goes to Palm Springs, the reenactment of Charlotte Rae, Professor Rob Explains Live TV Dramas, Chinese gravestones....yes, Chinese gravestones, the pop-opera that came and went, …

#107 JEFF C. CALHOUN, Director

February 12th, 2018

1:15:41

We're gonna whomp, and stomp, and whoop it up all night with the legendary director/choreographer Jeff Calhoun. From his days as a hoofer in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, My One and Only, and The Best Little …

Our Favorite Things #106: Company Rehearsal Footage & Broadway: Day And Night

February 8th, 2018

31:47

This Week: Back to the firing of Annie, Rob tries a Barbara Walters impression, Life After Annie, discussing the original Effie, a celebration of Nell Carter, the joys of opting down, Kevin jaunts to gay Paree, Rob’s …

#106 CHIP ZIEN, Actor

February 5th, 2018

1:35:50

It Takes Two...well, almost two...... glorious hours to look back on the career of Broadway's favorite neurotic, Chip Zien. One of entertainment's most recognizable character actors sits down with Rob and Kevin to …

Our Favorite Things #105: Summer Heights High & Broadway’s New Annie: The Search For A Star

February 1st, 2018

27:02

This Week: Kevin goes In Transit, the kindness of Bobby and Kristen Lopez, impromptu Frozen karaoke, Rob discusses the Feinstein's/54 Below reunion concert of Memphis with Chad Kimball, some Dear Evan Hansen surprises …

#105 JOANNA GLEASON, Tony Winning Actress

January 29th, 2018

1:12:11

Come spend a moment in the woods with one of Broadway's finest artists, Joanna Gleason, who not only won a Tony Award for her magnificent portrayal of The Baker's Wife in Into The Woods, but also starred in such …

Our Favorite Things #104: Jacques Brel Is Alive And Well And Living In Paris & Contradictions: Notes On Twenty Six Years In The Theatre

January 25th, 2018

36:25

This Week: Rob creates a new character- Kyle, the Straight Guy Who Doesn't Understand Musicals, Kevin makes a Super Bowl pick, Encores! Off-Center Series, the joys of local orchestras, debating the merits of Songs for a …

#104 KATHLEEN MARSHALL, Tony Award Winning Director/Choreographer

January 22nd, 2018

1:28:02

Brush Up Your Marshall because we have three time Tony Award winning director and choreographer, Kathleen Marshall, to discuss all things theatre, dance, and musical theatre history! From an actress in the chorus of the …

Our Favorite Things #103: Richard Skipper

January 18th, 2018

50:38

This Week: Wave your little hand and say Hello, Skipper because the expert on all things Dolly, Richard Skipper, swings by Shetler Studios to …

#103: THOMAS Z SHEPARD, Record Producer

January 15th, 2018

1:18:03

Company. Sweeney Todd. Merrily We Roll Along. 42nd Street. La Cage Aux Folles. Those original cast recordings, and so many others, were produced by …

Our Favorite Things #102: Little Known Facts With Ilana Levine

January 11th, 2018

54:31

This Week: The wonderful Ilana Levine of the uplifting podcast Little Known Facts, drops by Shetler Studios to discuss her show, the inspiration …

#102 CHARLOTTE RAE, Golden Age Actress

January 8th, 2018

1:00:01

At 91, Charlotte Rae has no intentions of slowing down, as this interview will show. Charlotte began her career in Wisconsin and quickly conquered New York appearing in such musicals as Three Wishes for Jamie, The …

#101 2017 In Memoriam with Lee Roy Reams

January 1st, 2018

1:05:49

While 2017 was filled with so many theatrical highs (Ben Platt, The Band's Visit, Spongebob, Bette Midler, etc), it was also a time to say good bye to some of the industry's most beloved artists whose work made the …

Our Favorite Things #100: Company- An Original Cast Album & BygoneBroadway

December 28th, 2017

25:56

This Week: Rob and Kevin wanna be in The Producers, discussing David Yazbeck's The Band's Visit, the effervescent Katrina Lenk, Spongebob …

#100: The 100th Episode w/Rob and Kevin

December 25th, 2017

1:20:16

100 Guests. 200 Favorite Things. What started as a dream has evolved into one of the industry's longest-running celebrations of the history of …

Our Favorite Things #99: The Year Without a Santa Claus & Minnie’s Boys

December 21st, 2017

19:55

This Week: Christmas songs vs Hanukah songs. The Heat Miser makes an appearance. The joys of Stop Motion. Rob loses the button. Kevin does an …

#99 RICHARD JAY-ALEXANDER: Director

December 18th, 2017

1:12:54

In one of the most versatile careers on record, Richard Jay-Alexander has pretty much done it all. Starting first as a PA on Broadway, then moving …

Our Favorite Things #98: Clownaround & The Scarlett Letters

December 14th, 2017

28:37

This Week: Rob and Kevin celebrate winter, hanukah, and the lovely month of December! Plus, the holy grail of cast recordings and the burning of …

#98 JERRY ADLER: Stage Manager of My Fair Lady, et al

December 11th, 2017

1:28:52

53 Broadway credits and counting. Yes, that record belongs to the incredible Jerry Adler, who is Equity's third oldest working member. Jerry swings …

Our Favorite Things #97: Rick Skye

December 7th, 2017

43:02

This Week: The incredible Rick Skye, who has made a career of impersonating Liza Minnelli, swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his career, his show, …

#97 LAURENCE GUITTARD: Actor

December 4th, 2017

1:33:02

Today we are not in praise of women, but, in praise of the original Count Carl-Magnus, Laurence Guittard. One of Broadway's greatest voices swings by Shetler Studios to discuss some of the shows Laurence has appeared, …

Our Favorite Things #96: Mad Hot Ballroom & Everything Was Possible

November 30th, 2017

43:25

This Week: Rob and Kevin chat about their Thanksgivings, when it is apporpriate to play Turkey Lurkey Time, Rob's dad plays a trick, revisiting community theaters, the joys of teaching, nostalgia appropritate casting, …

#96 KAYE BALLARD: Golden Age Star

November 27th, 2017

1:18:31

It's not going to be a lazy afternoon when the great Golden Age musical comedy star, Kaye Ballard, sits down with Rob in her Palm Springs home to …

Our Favorite Things #95: Dear World & Theatre Week Magazine

November 23rd, 2017

43:14

This Week: Rob and Kevin have a matinee cocktail and get on the air, things get a bit dirty, Bob Fosse becomes resourceful, discovering brothers in …

#95 TOVAH FELDSHUH: Actress

November 20th, 2017

1:04:20

Come down from your balcony, Golda, because Tovah Feldshuh is sitting down with Rob and Kevin to look back on her incredible career in theatre, film, …

Our Favorite Things #94: Celebration & Merman’s Apprentice

November 16th, 2017

21:04

This Week: Rob and Kevin sing from Sunset Boulevard, the insanity of recitative, Rob and Kevin try to speak with the young kids, Kevin advocates for …

#94 MIMI HINES, “Funny Girl”

November 13th, 2017

1:20:15

No one is going to rain on your parade today because the wonderful survivor of over sixty years of show business, Mimi Hines, joins Rob and Kevin for …

Our Favorite Things #93: Musicals101.com & Grease 2

November 9th, 2017

43:14

This Week: Rob announces his cast for Woman of the Year at Feinstein's/54 Below, Joyce DeWitt is a goddess, Rob gets starstruck over Janet Wood, Angela Bower is Miss Mannerly, who's nice vs who isn't, Judith Light takes …

#93 CADY HUFFMAN, “The Producers”

November 6th, 2017

1:22:38

Well, we've got her, so we are going to flaunt her. The wonderful, Tony Award winning Cady Huffman swings by Shetler Studios to look back on her …

Our Favorite Things #92: Alice Playten & No Pay, Nudity.

November 2nd, 2017

27:15

This Week: Rob and Kevin discuss color blind casting in musical theatre and what can musical theatre programs across the country to do to help lead …

#92 TONY ROBERTS, Actor

October 30th, 2017

1:33:39

Everyone step to the rear and let Tony Roberts take the day. One of America's most beloved character actors drops by Shetler Studios to look back on his career with Rob and Kevin. While Tony's film career includes such …

Our Favorite Thing #91: The Worst Witch & Christine Pedi

October 26th, 2017

34:20

This Week: Happy Halloween! To celebrate the spookiness of the season, Rob and Kevin reveal their costumes, Mrs. Garrett pulls a Patty Duke, Tim …

#91 KEN PAGE, “Old Deuteronomy”

October 23rd, 2017

1:31:15

Even if your feet's too big come to the heavyside layer and join Rob and Kevin as they sit down with the incredible star of The Wiz, Ain't Misbehavin, Cats, and the iconic The Nightmare Before Christmas, the warm and …

Our Favorite Things #90: Center Stage & The Van Johnson Saga

October 19th, 2017

33:21

This Week: Life post-Merrily We Roll Along, Kevin gets to watch The World Go Round, Rob brings back 24 Broadway Bound musicals, Rob breaks the rules …

#90 NEVA SMALL, “Chava” in Fiddler On The Roof

October 16th, 2017

1:03:58

Everyone's favorite little bird, little Chavala, Neva Small, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look back on her fabulous career both onstage and on the …

Our Favorite Things #89: Musical Theater Today

October 12th, 2017

28:35

This Week: Rob and Kevin sit down with Ben Van Buren and Lucas Tahiruzzaman Syed, the co-founders and editors of Musical Theater Today, a new, yearly periodical inspired by the extraordinary variety of artists, …

#89 PAT BIRCH: Choreographer

October 9th, 2017

1:16:07

The musical theatre of the 1970s offered audiences the most diverse style of musical entertainment. There were traditional golden age shows, concept …

Our Favorite Things #88: Woman of the Year Rehearsal Video & The Librettos of Neil Simon

October 5th, 2017

37:38

This Week: Looking back on The Last Five Years, celebrating Honeymoon in Vegas, creeping on JRB, Merrily We Roll Along opens this Friday, …

#88 PETER BOGYO: General Manager

October 2nd, 2017

1:07:14

Peter Bogyo, author of Broadway General Manager: Demystifying The Most Important And Least Understood Role In Show Business, sits down with Rob and …

Our Favorite Things #87: Ben Rimalower

September 28th, 2017

43:45

This Week: Hide the children because this episode gets a bit naughty with acclaimed writer and director Ben Rimalower (Patti Issues, Bad With Money). The gents discuss Patti LuPone as a gateway drug, Ben's Top 5 Divas, …

#87 CAROLE DEMAS, “Sandy” from Grease

September 25th, 2017

1:14:01

Rob and Kevin go together with Broadway's original Sandy, Carole Demas, on this week's fascinating episode. Carole looks back not only on her time …

Our Favorite Things #86: Sing Out, Louise & Peter Filichia’s 100 Greatest Musical Episodes Part 2

September 21st, 2017

45:42

This Week: Listening devices, Mrs. Lovett vs. Joanne, the role of the prompter, the top ten most produced high school plays and musicals, the …

#86 RON HUSMANN, Golden Age Leading Man

September 18th, 2017

1:14:56

One of Broadway's greatest leading men, Ron Husmann, joins Rob and Kevin in a telephone discussion about his incredible Broadway career that started with Fiorello and was a whirlwind of big shows, big stars, and big …

Our Favorite Things #85: Guys and Dolls 1976 Revival & Peter Filichia’s 100 Greatest Musical Theatre Moments Pt.1

September 14th, 2017

45:00

This Week: Kevin passes the football, Rob is confused by the meaning of NFL, celebrating the all-black revival of Guys and Dolls, who wanted to be …

#85 MICHAEL LAVINE, Sheet Music Expert & Music Director

September 11th, 2017

1:01:05

If you are in the musical theatre business, chances are you have thanked heaven for the brilliance of Michael Lavine. While any one of us could …

Our Favorite Things #84: Show Music Magazine & Ralph Burns

September 7th, 2017

33:19

This Week: Merrily We Roll Along, a secret YouTube clip, a magazine from the past, celebrating the orchestrator, and there WILL be trumpets! Every …

#84 The 2017-2018 Theatre Season w/ Peter Filichia, Critic

September 4th, 2017

1:28:44

As the Great Comet passes and the Bandstand plays the last tune, Rob and Kevin sit down with theatre critic Peter Filichia to recap the 2016-2017 theatre season and explore the 2017-2018 theatre seasons and the shows …

Our Favorite Things #83: The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public & The Theater Posters of James McMullen

August 31st, 2017

28:08

This Week: Thanking the Sound Gods, onstage mistakes, the Holy Grail of Broadway impressions is found within Robbie Rozzelle, Gwen Verdon wants to go …

#83 MEL MILLER, Artistic Director of Musicals Tonight

August 28th, 2017

1:00:12

For many young musical theatre actors, a rite of passage in their New York City development is appearing in one of the many wonderful productions …

Our Favorite Things #82: SisterElla & Smile

August 24th, 2017

33:09

This Week: Mourning Thomas Meehan, celebrating the great bookwriters of yesterday and today, Michael Jackson wants to be David Merrick, Larry Hart meets Larry Hart, Diane Sawyer snoops around Smile, Ariel wants to go to …

#82 SUSAN H. SCHULMAN, Director

August 21st, 2017

1:20:30

The Secret Garden. Little Women. Violet. The revivals of Sweeney Todd and The Sound of Music. All that, and many more, were directed by Susan H. …

Our Favorite Things #81: Not Since Carrie & Yma Sumac

August 17th, 2017

43:27

This week: Praising the bible of Musical Theatre geekdom, Where in the World is Ken Mandelbaum, the Beckettian podcast from last week, praising Yma …

#81 CLINT RAMOS, Set & Costume Designer

August 14th, 2017

1:09:29

One of Broadway's most acclaimed designers, Clint Ramos, joins Rob and Kevin, via phone, to discuss his illustrious career, which includes …

Our Favorite Things #80: Barbara Cook (1927-2017)

August 10th, 2017

38:28

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#80 LARRY GROSSMAN, Composer

August 7th, 2017

1:15:54

Yes, mama, there's a rainbow but stop looking at it long enough to listen to Tony nominated composer Larry Grossman discuss what it was like not only …

Our Favorite Things #79: Listener Tweets!

August 3rd, 2017

31:53

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#79 JOHN BOLTON, Actor

July 31st, 2017

1:11:45

One of Broadway's funniest guys, John Bolton, sits down with Rob and Kevin to discuss his incredibly wild and varied career. From Damn Yankees to …

Our Favorite Things #78: Broadway & Hollywood Legends: The Songwriters- Kander & Ebb & Capitol Sings Collection.

July 27th, 2017

38:43

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#78 JASON GRAAE, Cabaret Artist

July 24th, 2017

1:18:00

Put on your plaid jacket because original Forever Plaid cast member, Jason Graae, is sitting down with Rob and Kevin to talk about his career in theatre, cabaret, and the land of voice over. Jason's numerous credits …

Our Favorite Things #77: 1985 Tony Awards & It’s Only Life

July 20th, 2017

37:47

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#77 ROBERT CUCCIOLI, Actor

July 17th, 2017

1:09:29

This is the moment because Broadway's very own Dr. Jekyll AND Mr. Hyde, Robert Cuccioli, sits down with Rob & Kevin to look back on his career as …

Our Favorite Things #76: Richard Kiley & The Alchemy of Theatre

July 13th, 2017

44:50

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#76 MICHAEL COLBY, The Algonquin Kid

July 10th, 2017

1:04:27

Imagine growing up in a world where your neighbors were Tennessee Williams, The Marx Brothers, Alan Jay Lerner, Noel Coward, Arthur Miller, and …

Our Favorite Things #75: The Fig Leaves Are Falling & A Broadway Musical

July 6th, 2017

36:47

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#75 LARRY HOCHMAN, Orchestrator

July 3rd, 2017

1:18:18

Sound the drums because Tony Award winning orchestrator Larry Hochman swings by Shetler Studios to discuss with Rob and Kevin the art of being an orchestrator. Larry's works has been heard in the original productions of …

Our Favorite Things #74: Nancy LaMott & On The Sunny Side Of The Street: The Life and Lyrics of Dorothy Fields

June 29th, 2017

32:57

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#74 CAROLEE CARMELLO, Actress

June 26th, 2017

1:21:53

You might not know this man but you sure will know this woman, the effervescent Carolee Carmello. Carolee swings by to discuss Falsettos, Parade, …

Our Favorite Things #73: SCTV & The Season

June 22nd, 2017

34:17

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#73 MARK SENDROFF, Lawyer To The Stars

June 19th, 2017

1:11:59

Order in the court because entertainment lawyer to the stars, Mark Sendroff, swings by the studios to discuss his life, career, and what he has learned from his legendary client list with Rob and Kevin. You'll hear no …

Our Favorite Things #72: The Madwoman of Central Park West & Welcome To Woop Woop

June 15th, 2017

27:49

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#72 KEN BILLINGTON, Lighting Designer

June 12th, 2017

1:15:39

Curtain up! Light the lights....literally, because this week's guest is Tony Award winning lighting designer Ken Billington, Ken swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his over one hundred Broadway credits including …

Our Favorite Things #71: Forgotten Tony Award Categories

June 8th, 2017

40:23

This week Rob, Kevin, and Tony Award historian Bryan Hobgood discuss categories that used to be part of the Tony Awards ceremony but have since been removed....plus, categories that we want to see added for future shows!

#71 The 2016-2017 Tony Award Musical Nominations with Tony Historian Bryan Hobgood

June 5th, 2017

1:05:52

5,6,7,8.....TONY! Rob and Kevin welcome back Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood to discuss the 2016-2017 Tony Award Nominations! This week's episode focuses on this season's musical works. From Come From Away to …

Our Favorite Things #70: Egregiously Overlooked Tony Nominations

June 1st, 2017

25:31

In 1996, when Julie Andrews was the only artist involved with Victor/Victoria to receive a Tony nomination, she withdrew her name from the ballot. In …

#70 The 2016-2017 Tony Award Play Nominations with Tony Historian Bryan Hobgood

May 29th, 2017

53:29

Tony! Tony! Tony! Rob and Kevin welcome back Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood to discuss the 2016-2017 Tony Award Nominations! This week's episode focuses on this season's dramatic works. From Oslo to Indecent, The …

Our Favorite Things #69: Robbie Rozelle

May 25th, 2017

1:05:01

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#69 HAL LUFTIG, Producer

May 22nd, 2017

1:23:36

Everything today is thoroughly Hal....Luftig, that is! Four time Tony Award winning producer Hal Luftig swings by Shetler Studios to look back on his career of hits including Thoroughly Modern Millie, Legally Blonde, …

Our Favorite Things #68: Everyone Says I Love You & Spotify

May 18th, 2017

27:03

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#68 JOHN MILLER, Musical Coordinator

May 15th, 2017

1:12:51

What does a musical coordinator do, you ask? Well, John Miller, one of Broadway's most respected in the field, swings by to discuss this pivotal role …

Our Favorite Things #67: Woman of the Year & Kean

May 11th, 2017

36:52

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#67 LEWIS STADLEN, Character Actor

May 8th, 2017

1:44:03

Brilliant. Hysterical. Dangerous. Those three words best sum up veteran character actor Lewis Stadlen. A two time Tony nominee, Lewis has seen it all and has worked with the best. His many credits include Minnie's Boys, …

Our Favorite Things #66: Russell Nype & Mr. President

May 4th, 2017

33:40

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#66 TED SPERLING, Music Director

May 1st, 2017

1:12:59

Tony Award winner Ted Sperling is one of Broadway's most sought after music directors. His brilliance and versatility have been on display in numerous Broadway musicals including Fiddler on the Roof, The King and I, …

Our Favorite Things #65: Grind & The Ethel Merman Disco Album

April 27th, 2017

45:56

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#65 SUE FROST, Producer

April 24th, 2017

1:35:46

Sue Frost is one of the most inspirational producers working on Broadway. In addition to her indefatigable generosity, Sue is one of the theatre's loudest advocates for new musicals. In addition to the Tony Award …

Our Favorite Things #64: “From This Moment On” & Mr. Wonderful

April 20th, 2017

39:50

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#64 RICHARD MALTBY JR- The Creation of Miss Saigon

April 17th, 2017

1:01:20

"I had such a great time with those two sessions, I'm wondering if you'd like to do a third. With Miss Saigon opening in March, I wouldn't mind doing …

Our Favorite Things #63: Joan McCracken & Irene

April 13th, 2017

46:45

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#63 ANITA GILLETTE, Actress

April 10th, 2017

1:28:05

The Secret Service might make her nervous but it doesn't stop the wonderful Anita Gillette from telling all in this fascinating interview. Anita …

Our Favorite Things #62: Broadway Actors in TV Commercials & Mark Twain: The Musical

April 6th, 2017

30:40

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#62 DON SCARDINO, Actor/Director

April 3rd, 2017

1:36:10

Yes, he has directed some of entertainment's greatest comedians, including Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, Alec Baldwin, and Jim Carrey BUT its onstage where Don Scardino first made a name for himself. As one of Broadway's …

Our Favorite Things #61: Greenwillow & Scott Siegel’s Broadway By The Year

March 30th, 2017

27:37

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#61 BARRY WEISSLER, Producer

March 27th, 2017

1:14:34

The words "Just Do It" should be emblazoned across the office walls of Tony Award winning producer Barry Weissler. On a beautiful Spring day, Barry …

Our Favorite Things #60: The Beatrice Arthur Special & Way Back To Paradise

March 23rd, 2017

31:54

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#60 REBECCA LUKER, Actress

March 20th, 2017

1:09:49

The hills are alive with the warmth and wit of three time Tony nominee Rebecca Luker. Best known for her appearances in The Secret Garden, Show Boat, The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, and Fun Home, Rebecca makes a …

Our Favorite Things #59: Come From Away & Second Act Trouble

March 16th, 2017

34:56

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#59 CHUCK COOPER, Tony Award winner for The Life

March 13th, 2017

1:02:59

It "Don't Take Too Much" to be excited that Tony Award winner Chuck Cooper swings by Shetler Studios to talk to Rob and Kevin about his forty plus …

Our Favorite Things #58: I Love My Wife & Colette Collage

March 9th, 2017

30:22

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#58 PAUL KANDEL, Tony Nominee for The Who’s Tommy

March 6th, 2017

1:11:49

Up there, high, high in the lovely apartment in midtown Manhattan, lives the mysterious Paul Kandel. Who is this creature? What is he? How did he …

Our Favorite Things #57: Mike Ockrent & When Broadway Went To Hollywood

March 2nd, 2017

35:18

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#57 LEE ADAMS, Lyricist

February 27th, 2017

54:58

Because he has a whole lot of livin' to do, Rob and Kevin's time with Tony Award winning lyricist Lee Adams was short but it did make them feel happy …

Our Favorite Things #56: Paloma Young

February 23rd, 2017

51:43

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#56 RON FASSLER, Author of “Up In The Cheap Seats”

February 20th, 2017

1:22:24

Imagine taking the proceeds from your paper route, training into NYC by yourself, and, for only $2, seeing the original 1776, Company, Follies, …

Our Favorite Things #55: Caroline, Or Change & A Party With Betty Comden & Adolph Green

February 16th, 2017

30:00

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#55 CHARLES STROUSE- Composer, Pt. 2

February 13th, 2017

55:53

The sun will come out today because the Tony Award winning composer of Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, Annie, and countless others, Charles Strouse is back …

Our Favorite Things #54: Follies In Concert & Musicals Tonight!

February 10th, 2017

33:46

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#54 CHARLES STROUSE, Composer Part 1

February 6th, 2017

58:28

Put on a happy face because the Tony Award winning composer of Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, Annie, and countless others, Charles Strouse, invites Rob and Kevin into his penthouse apartment for a two part interview about …

Our Favorite Things #53: Skip E Lowe Looks at Hollywood & Thou Shalt Not

February 2nd, 2017

32:12

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#53 FRED C. MANN III- Fosse Gypsy

January 30th, 2017

1:21:22

Dolly will never go away and neither will Fred C. Mann III because this gypsy has so many stories to tell Rob and Kevin! Fred pulls back the curtain …

Our Favorite Things #52: Cass Morgan & Bea Arthur

January 26th, 2017

34:03

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#52 JIM WALTON, Actor

January 23rd, 2017

1:29:24

Rob and Kevin will bring some sunshine into your wintry days with one of Broadway's most well respected actors, Jim Walton (Merrily We Roll Along, …

Our Favorite Things #51: Home on the Range & The 1971 Tony Awards

January 19th, 2017

22:34

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#51 RICHARD MALTBY JR. Pt. 3-Director/Lyricist

January 16th, 2017

50:14

The story might go on and on and on but our three part interview with Tony Award winner Richard Malby, Jr. must come to an end. In our last discussion, Richard discusses how an observant stage manager got him working on …

Our Favorite Things #50: Gilbert Gottfried’s Amazing Colossal Podcast & Cher…Special

January 12th, 2017

29:42

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#50 BARBARA WALSH- Actress (Falsettos, Company)

January 9th, 2017

1:12:08

Rob and Kevin celebrate their 50th interview by sitting down with the brilliant, fascinating, and hysterical Tony nominee Barbara Walsh (Falsettos, …

Our Favorite Things #49: All American & The Untold Stories of Broadway, Vol. 1

January 5th, 2017

29:37

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#49 MICHAEL RUPERT, Tony Award Winning Actor

January 2nd, 2017

1:57:29

We are starting 2017 off with a bang: A 2 hour interview with the Tony Award winning Michael Rupert, who has been in the business for over fifty …

Our Favorite Things #48: Rags & The Scottsboro Boys

December 29th, 2016

24:24

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#48 IN MEMORIAM with Kevin Daly, Theatreaficionado.com

December 26th, 2016

1:08:02

On this very special episode of Behind The Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends, Rob and Kevin take a look back at some of the great artists who made …

Our Favorite Things #47: Christmas at Pee Wee’s Playhouse & The Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened

December 22nd, 2016

28:32

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#47 RICHARD MALTBY JR, Director & Lyricist- Pt. 2

December 19th, 2016

46:59

Richard Maltby Jr, acclaimed lyricist and director, sits down again with Rob and Kevin to pull back the curtain on his illustrious career. In this …

Our Favorite Things #46: High Fidelity & Bette Midler: Ol’ Red Hair Is Back

December 15th, 2016

23:56

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#46 RICHARD MALTBY JR, Lyricist- Pt. 1

December 12th, 2016

1:05:32

"I Hear Bells", "Miss Byrd", "The Movie In My Mind", and the list goes on...and on...and on...and on....Richard Malby Jr., Tony Award winning director of Ain't Misbehavin and lyricist of such musicals as Baby and Miss …

Our Favorite Things #45: Striking 12 & The Making of No, No Nanette

December 8th, 2016

21:52

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#45 SUSAN L SCHULMAN, Press Agent- Pt. 2

December 5th, 2016

45:37

She's back and better than ever! In Part 2 of Rob and Kevin's interview with famed press agent Susan L Schulman, Susan details her clash with …

Our Favorite Things #44: John Kenley & Romance/Romance

December 1st, 2016

24:02

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#44 SUSAN L SCHULMAN, Press Agent- Pt. 1

November 28th, 2016

54:12

In part one of Behind the Curtain's most fascinating interviews to date, Rob and Kevin sat down with famed press agent Susan L Schulman to discuss …

Our Favorite Things #43: TV Musicals & Robert Bonato

November 24th, 2016

18:54

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#43 EVAN PAPPAS, Actor/Director

November 21st, 2016

1:06:03

One of Broadway's greatest actors, Evan Pappas, joins Rob and Kevin at Shetler Studios to discuss his long, varied career onstage and off. From his …

Our Favorite Things #42: Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love & Little Me

November 17th, 2016

23:12

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#42 EDDIE KORBICH, High Tenor of Broadway

November 14th, 2016

56:30

Everyone's favorite tenor, Eddie Korbich, is this week's guest on Behind the Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends. From starring in the original production of Assassins, to playing Mr. Snow against newcomer Audra ANN …

Our Favorite Things #41: The Mad Show & Annie Warbucks

November 10th, 2016

22:16

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#41 RITA GARDNER,The Fantasticks (original cast)

November 7th, 2016

52:05

In a career that spans sixty years, Rita Gardner is the epitome of the word "legend". While she is best known to audiences as The Girl in The Fantasticks, or as the hip hopping Grandma in The Wedding Singer, Rita's …

Our Favorite Things #40: The Lord of the Rings & The Paul Lynde Halloween Special

November 3rd, 2016

25:44

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#40 MARTIN CHARNIN Pt. 2: Miss Hannigan’s Revenge

October 31st, 2016

47:59

Martin Charnin is back with Rob and Kevin to discuss the second part of his career which includes collaborations with Richard Rodgers, Charles …

Our Favorite Things #39: Tyler Mount

October 27th, 2016

26:57

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#39 MARTIN CHARNIN, Actor & Lyricist, Part One

October 24th, 2016

41:09

He created the role of Big Deal in the original West Side Story. He changed the face of musical theatre, and pop culture, when he wrote Annie. And, …

Our Favorite Things #38: Fine and Dandy & Happy Hunting

October 20th, 2016

28:16

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#38 RICHARD ROLAND, The Roland Family Dynasty

October 17th, 2016

53:14

Great Grandpa Roland was a bandleader. Grandpa Roland was a trumpet player. Dad, Steve Roland, was in South Pacific. Mom, Liz Roland, was in Mr. …

Our Favorite Things #37: Shenandoah & David James Carroll

October 13th, 2016

19:57

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#37 RICK MCKAY, Documentary Film Maker

October 10th, 2016

55:14

Broadway: The Golden Age (2004) is the greatest documentary ever made about the pleasures and pitfalls of working in the arts. Directed by Rick …

Our Favorite Things #36: Charles Nelson Reilly & Sweet Smell of Success

October 6th, 2016

19:06

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#36 BRAD OSCAR, Character Man

October 3rd, 2016

1:13:54

One of Broadway's greatest clowns, two time Tony nominee Brad Oscar, swings by Shetler to kibbitz with Rob & Kevin about his amazing career on Broadway. From his beginnings at the JCC to being Tony nominated for The …

Our Favorite Things #35: CastAlbums.org & ABroadwayBoy

September 29th, 2016

23:15

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#35 ED DIXON, Actor

September 26th, 2016

1:04:54

With forty six years worth of Broadway credits to his name Ed Dixon is one of New York's most beloved actors. From his first Broadway appearance, tapping alongside Ruby Keeler in No, No Nanette, to his newest play …

Our Favorite Things #34: The Last of Sheila & Family Guy

September 22nd, 2016

19:02

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#34 2016-2017 SEASON w/ Todd Buonopane, Broadway Stories Host

September 19th, 2016

55:39

Get out your calendars as Rob, Kevin and special guest Todd Buonopane, host of the amazing podcast Broadway Stories, sit down and discuss all the shows slated to open in the 2016-2017 Season. From plays to musicals, …

Our Favorite Things #33: Barbara Harris & Moon Over Broadway

September 15th, 2016

19:45

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#33 SCOTT WISE, Tony Award Winning Dancer

September 12th, 2016

1:18:42

Fosse.Bennett.Robbins. Scott Wise got to know and work with them all. His incredible dancing skills were featured in 13 Broadway musicals including A Chorus Line, Cats, Carrie, and Jerome Robbins' Broadway, for which he …

Our Favorite Things #32: Ghost Light & BlueGobo.com

September 8th, 2016

24:20

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#32 KAREN MORROW, Actress

September 5th, 2016

59:41

For over fifty years, the big, belt voice of Karen Morrow has been filling theatres and TV screens. While audiences across America will fondly remember her numerous appearances on The Merv Griffin Show, it is her live …

Our Favorite Things #31: Shaina Taub & ABC’s Bye Bye Birdie

September 1st, 2016

26:13

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#31 PETER FILICHIA, Critic

August 29th, 2016

1:43:09

You would be hard pressed to find someone who loves the theatre more than Peter Filichia. For years, Peter's observations on musical theatre have …

Our Favorite Things #30: The Goodbye Girl & Prettybelle

August 25th, 2016

29:08

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#30 CAROL LAWRENCE, “Maria” in West Side Story

August 22nd, 2016

1:02:13

For over fifty years, the beautiful voice of Carol Lawrence has filled our hearts. No one will capture the love, yearning, and heart break of Maria, …

Our Favorite Things #29: A Time For Singing & The Happy Time

August 18th, 2016

26:14

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#29 BRUCE YEKO, Record Producer

August 15th, 2016

54:37

Bruce Yeko is one of the most fascinating men in show business. If it wasn't for Bruce we wouldn't have the original cast recordings of such musicals …

Our Favorite Things #28: Sherry & Bright Eyed Joy: The Songs of Ricky Ian Gordon

August 11th, 2016

23:07

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#28 LAWRENCE MERRITT, Broadway Gypsy

August 8th, 2016

54:03

In his 78 years of entertaining, Lawrence Merritt has truly seen it all. From dancing on Broadway in Golden Rainbow and Pippin, to modeling for the …

Our Favorite Things #27: Lecresia Campbell & A Man of No Importance

August 4th, 2016

24:19

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#27 JENNIFER ASHLEY TEPPER, Historian

August 1st, 2016

1:01:52

In between writing her next edition of The Untold Stories of Broadway, and altering the landscape of musical theatre history, historian Jennifer …

Our Favorite Things #26: Jack Cole & Lost in Boston

July 28th, 2016

20:41

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#26 LARRY MOORE, Orchestrator

July 25th, 2016

58:00

Orchestrator Larry Moore has been praised by the New York Daily News as "one of the most ingenious practitioners in his profession," and you'll find no argument in that statement once you hear Larry's fascinating story. …

Our Favorite Things #25: Rio & Hallelujah, Baby!

July 21st, 2016

27:40

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#25 NANCY DUSSAULT, Actress

July 18th, 2016

1:02:11

Audiences across America remember Nancy Dussault as Ted Knight's wife in Too Close for Comfort, Alan Arkin's wife in The In-Laws, and as the original …

Our Favorite Things #24: Floyd Collins & You’re Gonna Love It Here

July 14th, 2016

22:45

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#24 STEPHEN COLE, Writer

July 11th, 2016

52:18

There are three types of musical theatre lovers: Fan, Obsessed, and Stephen Cole. Stephen, who has had a wonderfully varied career as a lyricist and …

Our Favorite Things #23: Do-Re-Mi & Coming Up Roses: The Broadway Musical in the 1950s

July 7th, 2016

22:04

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#23 PETER MARSHALL, Actor

July 4th, 2016

58:14

While most of America remembers Peter Marshall as the host of Hollywood Squares from 1966 to 1981, it was in theatres across America and the UK that …

Our Favorite Things #22: Dorothy Loudon & Juno

June 30th, 2016

24:14

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#22 GEORGE LEE ANDREWS, Guinness Book of World Records Holder

June 27th, 2016

55:51

George Lee Andrews holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the most performances in the same Broadway show, The Phantom of the Opera. But, …

Our Favorite Things #21: The Spitfire Grill & They’re Playing Our Song

June 23rd, 2016

24:49

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#21 LEN CARIOU, Actor

June 20th, 2016

45:16

Sweeney Todd. Frederik Egerman. Bill Samson. All of these roles, plus many others, were first brought to life by Tony Award winner Len Cariou. Len …

Our Favorite Things #20: The TheatreMania Guide To Musical Theatre Recordings & Steel Pier

June 16th, 2016

19:49

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#20 JOAN COPELAND, Survivor of HUAC

June 13th, 2016

42:17

She was Arthur Miller's sister, a victim of the House Un-American Activities Committee, and one of New York's most respected actresses. Joan Copeland is a living legend whose career includes standing by for Vivien Leigh …

Our Favorite Things #19: Forgotten Tony Award Categories

June 9th, 2016

17:30

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#19 2016 Tony Awards: Plays

June 6th, 2016

33:29

In part two of our 2016 Tony Awards show, Rob, Kevin, and Tony Awards expert, Bryan Hobgood, discuss the nominees for the non-musical categories! Don't forget you can now listen to us on iTunes and @BroadwayRadio The …

#19 2016 Tony Awards: Musicals

June 6th, 2016

47:15

Its Tony Time so its time to place your bets! Who will win? Who will lose? Who wasn't nominated? Who should be nominated? Rob, Kevin, and Tony …

Our Favorite Things #18: Seesaw & Waiting for Guffman

June 2nd, 2016

27:32

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#18 HOWARD MCGILLIN, Actor

May 30th, 2016

1:02:20

Howard McGillin holds the record for the most performances as The Phantom of the Opera. But, before he watched the chandelier fall over 2,000 times, …

Our Favorite Things #17: Trude Rittmann & Stairway to Stardom

May 26th, 2016

24:04

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#17 ANDRE DESHIELDS, Actor

May 23rd, 2016

56:40

The Wiz is in the House! Andre DeShields, Tony nominated star of The Wiz, Ain't Misbehavin', and The Full Monty, takes Rob & Kevin on a spiritual …

Our Favorite Things #16: No Strings and Raisin

May 19th, 2016

22:23

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#16 FRANK VERLIZZO, Poster Designer

May 16th, 2016

54:23

The Lion King. Sweeney Todd. Deathtrap. If you close your eyes and think of those shows you probably think of their striking posters, all designed by this week's guest Frank Verlizzo. Frank invites Rob & Kevin to …

Our Favorite Things #15: Diary of a Mad Playwright & The 1986 Tony Awards

May 12th, 2016

30:11

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#15 DON PIPPIN, Music Director

May 9th, 2016

52:09

Don Pippin, the music director of such hit musicals as Mame, A Chorus Line, and La Cage Aux Folles, invites Rob & Kevin to his favorite …

Our Favorite Things #14: Sugar & Just In Time: Judy Kuhn Sings Jule Styne

May 5th, 2016

39:30

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#14 TED CHAPIN, President of the R&H Organization

May 2nd, 2016

59:11

Ted Chapin has had a front row seat to Broadway history! From interning on Follies to running the Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization, a position …

Our Favorite Things #13: Bajour & The Wild Party

April 28th, 2016

37:09

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#13, LEE ROY REAMS, Director, Part 3

April 25th, 2016

58:39

The Best of Times is Now as we bid adieu to Lee Roy Reams in the last of his three part interview. After 7 years in 42nd Street, Lee Roy begins a journey into the worlds of Disney, Mel Brooks, and, puts on his Sunday …

Our Favorite Things #12: Golden Boy & Elegies: A Song Cycle

April 21st, 2016

31:35

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#12 LEE ROY REAMS, Comic Relief, Part 2

April 18th, 2016

1:01:27

Actor Lee Roy Reams is back! In the second part of this three part interview, Lee Roy discusses 42nd Street after Gower Champion's death! Plus, never before heard stories about the behind the scenes shenanigans at 42nd …

Our Favorite Things #11: Jack Lee & The Fan

April 14th, 2016

30:06

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#11 LEE ROY REAMS, Broadway Gypsy, Part 1

April 11th, 2016

59:14

Fasten your seat-belts, folks, because actor Lee Roy Reams is this week's guest and he is telling all in this two part interview. From growing up in …

Our Favorite Things #10: Do I Hear A Waltz and Nick & Nora

April 7th, 2016

15:30

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#10 JOANNA MERLIN, Casting Director

April 4th, 2016

57:51

Patti LuPone. Kevin Kline. Mandy Patinkin. These titans of musical theatre, plus many others, were given their first chance by casting director Joanna Merlin. Joanna sat down with us to discuss what it was like to cast …

Our Favorite Things #9: Carol Channing and Pearl Bailey: On Broadway and The Line King

March 31st, 2016

14:36

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#9 JIM BROCHU, Character Actor

March 28th, 2016

1:00:08

Legendary character actor Jim Brochu sits down with Rob and Kevin to share the lessons he learned from Lucille Ball, Zero Mostel, and Charles Nelson Reilly. Also, Jim stars in the Rue McClanahan musical, befriends …

Our Favorite Things #8: Fade Out/Fade In & Robert & Elizabeth

March 24th, 2016

14:47

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#8 JACK VIERTEL, Artistic Director of City Center Encores!!

March 21st, 2016

51:54

City Center Encores! Artistic Director, and Jujamcyn Senior Vice-President, Jack Viertel welcomes Rob and Kevin into his office to discuss the many hats he wears. Also, Jack's lunches with August Wilson, bringing Leiber …

Our Favorite Things #7: The Life (Concept Album) & Bring Back Birdie

March 17th, 2016

13:43

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#7 GEORGE S. IRVING, Original Cast Member of Oklahoma

March 14th, 2016

57:50

Tony Award winner George S. Irving, who is 93 years young, appeared in the original companies of Oklahoma!, Me & Juliet, Can-Can, and many …

Our Favorite Things #6: El Grande de Coca Cola & House of Flowers

March 10th, 2016

14:33

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#6 WILLIAM IVEY LONG, Costume Designer

March 7th, 2016

1:05:17

Six Time Tony Award winning costume designer William Ivey Long brings Rob and Kevin into his studio to discuss his process and to share his memories …

Our Favorite Things #5: The Capeman & 1978 Tony Awards

March 3rd, 2016

13:03

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#5 SPENCE FORD, Broadway Gypsy

February 29th, 2016

1:04:07

Legendary Broadway gypsy, Spence Ford, invites us into her home to regale us with tales from such cult classics as Merlin, Carmelina, King of Hearts, …

Our Favorite Things #4: Avenue X & High Button Shoes

February 25th, 2016

14:10

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#4 JUDY KAYE, Actress

February 22nd, 2016

1:04:03

Judy Kaye, two time Tony Award winner for The Phantom of The Opera and Nice Work If You Can Get It, gets off from her chandelier to join Rob and …

Our Favorite Things #3: Mulan 2 & NBC’s “We Are a Family”

February 18th, 2016

13:38

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#3 WALTER BOBBIE, Director

February 15th, 2016

1:06:41

Tony Award winning director of Chicago, Broadway's longest running revival, invites Rob & Kevin into his apartment to discuss his journey from Scranton to Broadway, and to discuss what it was like working with Jerry …

Our Favorite Things #2: Brownstone & A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

February 11th, 2016

13:19

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as …

#2 LONI ACKERMAN, Actress

February 8th, 2016

57:04

Andrew Lloyd Webber favorite, Loni Ackerman, drops by the studio to reveal to Rob and Kevin what it was like playing Evita in LA, Grizabella on Broadway, and Norma Desmond in Maine! Also, Loni sets the record straight …

Our Favorite Things #1: Goldilocks & Personals

February 4th, 2016

14:30

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and underappreciated musicals, as …

#1 RANDY GRAFF, Actress

January 30th, 2016

1:02:09

Tony Award winning actress Randy Graff drops into Rob and Kevin’s fancy recording studio (i.e. room 1203 at Shetler) to show off her Fantine locket …

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