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Backstage Talk
Mandy Gonzalez 🌟
Mandy Gonzalez is a Broadway powerhouse and she’s here to tell her story on the Backstage Talk podcast hosted by Martín Acuña. Mandy and Martín discuss the Musical Theatre industry, looking back to Mandy's days in In the Heights, Wicked, and the revival of Sunset Boulevard.If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk!Follow us on Social Media:Instagram & ThreadsWebsite & LinkedIn...
2025-02-17
56 min
Backstage Talk
Sean Hayden 💪🏼
We've got to keep the conversation about mental health in the entertainment industry going.Sean Hayden, performer, lawyer, and advocate, shares his story and how it inspired the Stage Combat Podcast, a show about his and other artists' story regarding mental health.Please visit his Instagram to see what he's been working on!If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk!Follow us on Social Media:
2024-08-15
26 min
Backstage Talk
Eli Tokash 🤩
We are celebrating ONE HUNDRED EPISODES! 🔥Our friend Eli Tokash shares his Broadway journey from being a kid in the industry to his renowned podcast Take a Bow! 🤩Tune in to this incredible and amazing conversation about growing up in the Broadway Industry! 🎉Please visit his Instagram to see what he's been working on and listen to his podcast!If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk!...
2023-04-13
40 min
Backstage Talk
Tonya Pinkins 👑
Tonya Pinkins, a Tony Award-winning actress, shares her Broadway beginnings in this episode! 😍She also talks about the Broadway Community and how she pivots through her different craft hats. 👌🏻This episode is available on the Broadway Podcast Network and wherever you listen to your favorite pods! 🎧Please visit her Instagram to see what she's been working on!If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part of Backstage Talk!Follow us...
2023-02-23
15 min
Take A Bow
Martín Acuña
Tune in for a special edition episode with fellow BPN podcaster Martín Acuña of Backstage! We talk all things Broadway and current Broadway news while having thought provoking discussions surrounding important topics in the industry. You can also hear all about Martín's podcast, journey through the industry, and more about his background. We can't think of a better way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month than by listening to their stories and supporting their works!Martín Acuña, Curtain Up!Connect with Martín Acuña on Instagram: @themartínacuña
2022-09-22
1h 04
Backstage Talk
Valentina Berger 🇦🇷 - Español
Valentina Berger siempre ha sabido cómo abrir puertas para ella; a través de su experiencia como productora ha logrado abrir muchas más para estudiantes Latinos. 🤩Ella fundó un programa educativo llamado GoBroadway, en el que trae estudiantes de varias partes del mundo, especialmente Latinoamericanos, para que vivan la experiencia Broadway por unas semanas. 👏🏻Estamos increíblemente emocionados de tenerla en Backstage Talk porque, aunque este episodio se grabó hace unos meses, Valentina acaba de anunciar que estará trabajando en el musical biográfico de Frida Khalo, junto a nuestro amigo Jaime Lozano, que fue un invita...
2022-07-28
19 min
Backstage Talk
Fernando Cárdenas 🤩 - Español
Fernando Cárdenas comenzó escribiendo para revistas en México, y escaló a ser uno de los productores digitales de NY1 Noticias hablando sobre la escena teatral Latina en New York. 🔥Él ha cubierto la presencia Latina en la gran manzana durante los últimos 20 años! 👏🏻En la discusión acerca de representación y visibilidad muchas puertas se abren, y cada individuo en nuestra industria debe hacer parte de ella. 🎉Este episodio también está disponible en Español! 🌎Pueden seguir Fernando en su Instagram!Si quieren conocer más acer...
2022-06-09
30 min
Backstage Talk
Paula Calvo 🧞♂️ - Español
Paula Calvo es una actriz Colombiana viviendo en Ciudad de México que está brillando por su talento! ⭐️En este episodio podrán oírla hablar sobre su experiencia como actriz en musicales en Colombia y su trabajo más reciente con la producción Mexicana de Aladdin. 🇲🇽Paula es otra de las artistas Colombianas que se mudaron persiguiendo sus sueños en las artes escénicas y ha logrado crecer en la escena teatral de México. 🔥Pueden seguir a Paula en su Instagram!Si quieren conocer más...
2022-06-02
17 min
Backstage Talk
Paula Calvo 🧞♂️ - English
Paula Calvo, a Colombian performer living in Mexico City is shining bright showcasing our talent! ⭐️She came over to chat about her experience as a performer in shows in Colombia and her most recent role in the Aladdin production in Mexico! 🇲🇽Paula is another Colombian artist that moved to another country to pursue her dreams in performing arts, and she is growing a lot in the Mexican Musical Theatre scene. 🔥Follow Paula on her Instagram to know more about her work.If you want to know more about our host, ple...
2022-06-02
13 min
Backstage Talk
José Solís ✍🏼 - Español
Desde Honduras hasta Nueva York, José Solís es uno de los críticos Latinos que arrancó todo un movimiento en los Estados Unidos, y específicamente en Broadway. 🔥Su trabajo como crítico de Teatro Musical y Arte ha sido vital para muchos futuros escritores, periodistas y críticos. ✨La voz de José en nuestra industria carga toda nuestra cultura Latina, y lo que piensa acerca de West Side Story, In The Heights, diversidad, equidad, e inclusión es realmente importante en un momento como el que estamos pasando.👏🏻Este episodio está disponible en Inglés...
2022-05-26
25 min
Backstage Talk
José Solís ✍🏼 - English
From Honduras to New York, José Solís spearheaded the Latinx Critics movement in the United States and specifically on Broadway. 🔥His work as a musical theatre and art critic has been vital for a lot of Latinx soon-to-be journalists, writers, and critics. ✨José's voice in our industry carries our whole Latin culture and his thoughts around West Side Story, In The Heights, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a must! 👏🏻This episode is available in Spanish! 🌎Follow José on his Twitter to know more about his work.If you want t...
2022-05-26
33 min
Backstage Talk
Luis E Mora 🔥 - Español
Este hermano y actor Colombiano, Luis E. Mora, tiene una iniciativa increíble llamada Bilingual Broadway! 🤩Él quiere acortar el espacio entre las audiencias latinas y nuestra industria, traduciendo los shows a Español! 🔥Está haciendo un trabajo increíble que cambiará la industria, empezando desde Nueva York y seguro seguirá para tomarse el mundo entero. 💙Este episodio también está disponible en Inglés! 🌎Pueden seguir a Luis en su Instagram!Si quieren conocer más acerca de nuestro anfitrión, visiten su w...
2022-05-19
35 min
Backstage Talk
Luis E Mora 🔥 - English
Colombian brother and actor Luis E. Mora has an incredible initiative called Bilingual Broadway! 🤩He wants to close the space between Latin audiences and our industry by translating shows to Spanish! 🔥His amazing work will change the game in our industry, he's starting with New York and surely will continue to take over the world! 💙This episode is also available in Spanish! 🌎Follow Luis E on his Instagram to know more about his work.If you want to know more about our host, please visit...
2022-05-19
35 min
Backstage Talk
Pedro Salazar 🇨🇴 - Español
El director de Teatro Musical y Ópera, Pedro Salazar, pasó por acá para compartir sus pensamientos e ideas acerca de la industria en Colombia. 🇨🇴Sú punto de vista es único y con un bagaje de estudios internacionales decidió volver a Colombia para compartir ese conocimiento. 🌎Pedro también reflexiona sobre todo su recorrido, desde sus días en el colegio hasta su exitosa carrera. 🤩Pueden seguir a Pedro en su Instagram!Si quieren conocer más acerca de nuestro anfitrión, visiten su website! Siéntanse libres de contac...
2022-05-12
26 min
Backstage Talk
Pedro Salazar 🇨🇴 - English
Colombian Musical Theatre & Opera director, Pedro Salazar, stopped by to share his thoughts about the industry in Colombia. 🇨🇴His unique point of view is based on going abroad and bringing back all that knowledge. 🌎He also reflects on his journey too, from his high school days all the way to his successful career. 🤩Follow Pedro on his Instagram to know more about his work.If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be part o...
2022-05-12
19 min
Backstage Talk
Ilda Mason 🤩 - Español
Esta reina Latina llegó para compartir su viaje desde sus comienzos en Panamá hasta su debut en Hollywood y Broadway! 🤩Ilda Mason, una asombrosa artista de teatro musical, también comparte lo que significa la representación y visibilidad en su carrera. 💪🏻Su experiencia en La Bella y la Bestia, varias producciones de West Side Story, y Legalmente Rubia, han hecho de Ilda un ícono Latino en la industria. 🔥Pueden seguir a Ilda en su Instagram y en su Twitter!Si quieren conocer más acerca de nuestro anfitrión, visiten...
2022-05-05
25 min
Backstage Talk
Ilda Mason 🤩 - English
This Latina queen is here to share her journey from her beginnings in Panamá through her Hollywood movie debut and Broadway debut! 🤩Ilda Mason, a stunning musical theatre performer, also shares what representation and visibility have meant in her career. 💪🏻Her experiences on Beauty and the Beast, several productions of West Side Story, and Legally Blonde, make Ilda be a Latin icon in this industry. 🔥Follow Ilda on her Instagram and Twitter to know more about her work.If you want to know more about our host, please visit his web...
2022-05-05
35 min
Backstage Talk
Gil Torres 🇲🇽
My Twitter bestie, Gil Torres, came over to chat about his experience in the Musical Theatre Industry! 🤩For him, acting in Musical Theatre as a Latin man is all about being truthful, and finding those artists that have paved the way for younger people was truly important. 💪🏻Tune in to this episode and enjoy! 😎Follow Gil on his Instagram to know more about his work.If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be p...
2022-04-28
29 min
Backstage Talk
Ryan Duncan-Ayala 😎 - English
It's time to listen from the producer's side of Broadway! 🔥Ryan Duncan-Ayala, a young theatre producer, tells us about his perspective and approach to producing and his journey with ¡Americano!, a new Latinx show currently running Off-Broadway! 👏🏻If you have a chance, go see this show! Their run will go until June! 😎Follow Ryan on his Instagram or Twitter to know more about his work.If you want to know more about our host, please visit his website! Feel free to reach out with feedback or if you want to be pa...
2022-04-21
27 min
Backstage Talk
Mauricio Martínez 🕺🏻 - Español
Desde México, Mauricio Martínez es un actor de Broadway que se ha movido entre las tablas con la potencia de una estrella fugaz. ⭐️En este episodio, nos cuenta su historia, desde los escenarios Mexicanos hasta su debut en Broadway con "On Your Feet!" 🤩También nos habla de su experiencia con la representación y visibilidad de la comunidad Latina en Broadway. 👏🏻Este episodio también está disponible en Inglés. 🌎Pueden seguir a Mauricio en su Instagram!Si quieren conocer más acerca de nuestro a...
2022-04-14
44 min
Backstage Talk
Mauricio Martínez 🕺🏻 - English
All the way from Mexico, Mauricio Martínez is a Broadway performer that moved through the stages like a rising star. ⭐️In this episode, he retells his whole story, from the Mexican stages to his Broadway debut with On Your Feet! 🤩He also walks us through his experience with the representation and visibility of Latinx people in the Great White Way. 👏🏻This episode is also available in Spanish! 🌎Follow Mauricio on his Instagram to know more about his work.If you want to know more about our host, please...
2022-04-14
39 min
Backstage Talk
Jaime Lozano 👏🏻 - Español
Jaime Lozano, un prolífico compositor y director mexicano está abriendo el camino para artistas Latinos en Broadway. 🤩Tenerlo en el podcast fue una experiencia espectacular y oír su recorrido desde el comienzo hasta donde está hoy es increíblemente inspirador. 💙 Acompáñenlo en su concierto en el Lincoln Center este próximo 15 de Abril si llegan a estar en Nueva York! ✨In The Heights, cuando lo estrenaron Off-Broadway , cambió su vida, y desde entonces ha estado escribiendo y trabajando en Español desde Nueva York. 👏🏻Este episodio...
2022-04-07
32 min
Backstage Talk
Jaime Lozano 👏🏻 - English
Jaime Lozano is a prolific composer and director that is paving the way for Latinx artists on Broadway. 🤩Having him on the show was a spectacular experience, and listening to his journey from the beginning to where he is right now is incredibly inspiring. 💙 Join him in his Lincoln Center concert on April 15th if you are in New York City! ✨In The Heights, when it premiered Off-Broadway changed his life, and since then he has been writing and working in Spanish from New York. 👏🏻This episode is available in Spanish too. 🌎Foll...
2022-04-07
36 min
Backstage Talk
Laura Kalop 🎤 - Español
Laura Kalop ha estudiado cómo hacer que su voz sea flexible. 🔥También nos comparte cómo ella cree que hacer audiciones es una forma de mantenerse visible y vigente en la industria, cómo el Teatro Musical es más grande que Broadway y el West End, y lo importante que es ser fiel al artista interior. 🤩Pueden oír sus albums de música pop con influencia en la música tradicional Colombiana en las plataformas de streaming. 🎤Este episodio también está disponible en Inglés! 🌎Si quieren conocer más ace...
2022-03-31
18 min
Backstage Talk
Laura Kalop 🎤 - English
Laura Kalop has studied how to be flexible with her own voice. 🔥She also shares how auditioning is a way to be visible in the industry and it is an art in itself, how the Musical Theatre industry is bigger than Broadway and the West End, and how important it is to be true to one's inner artist. 🤩You can listen to her pop albums based on Colombia's traditional music on streaming platforms. 🎤This episode is also available in Spanish! 🌎Follow Laura on his Instagram to know more about his wo...
2022-03-31
18 min
Backstage Talk
Felipe Sánchez 🎉 - Español
Felipe Sánchez, director, actor y productor colombiano de espectáculos de Teatro Musical nos acompaña esta semana. 🤩Empezó haciendo espectáculos en la sala de su casa y eso lo llevó por un camino de exploración y educación en la industria, hasta llegar a dirigir y producir sus propias obras. 🔥Felipe cree que el Teatro Musical es una herramienta para el cambio social, que tiene el poder de transformar vidas. 🥰Este episodio también está disponible en Inglés! 🌎Si quieren conocer más acerca de nuestro anfitrión, visiten su we...
2022-03-24
23 min
Backstage Talk
Felipe Sánchez 🎉 - English
This week's episode features Felipe Sánchez, another Colombian performer, director, and producer of Musical Theatre shows. 🤩He started doing shows in his living room and that has taken him down a path of exploring and educating himself in our field, leading him to produce and direct shows. 🔥Felipe believes that Musical Theatre is a tool for social change and behavioral change; when done greatly, musicals can truly transform lives. 🥰Remember, this episode is also available in Spanish! 🌎Follow Felipe on his Instagram to know more about his work.I...
2022-03-24
17 min
Backstage Talk
Ryan Rodiño 🌟 - English
Ryan Rodiño is a talented young man that has toured the world performing musicals. 🕺🏻Visibility and representation is a topic that he has had intertwined into his work lately and it's not only for the Latinx community, is for every single color, race, and culture. Everyone needs to feel seen in the stories we are telling. 👏🏻Ryan brings a young perspective about how we can grow forward and bring more voices to the room. 🔥Follow Ryan on Instagram and check out more about his work on his website.If you want to...
2022-03-17
28 min
Backstage Talk
Camila Brugés 🤩 - Español
Camila Brugés nació en esta industria, siendo parte de una familia de teatreros y estrellas de cine/TV, había un sólo camino para que ella andara por la vida: las artes.🔥En este episodio, ella recuenta sus inicios, cómo aborda la dirección y escritura en Teatro Musical usando un proceso creativo en el que estuvo Martín, nuestro anfitrión, y ella como ejemplo. 🥰Camila ha tenido un éxito tremendo como directora y escritora tanto en las tablas como en la pantalla. Pueden ver su trabajo en una serie de Netflix llamada...
2022-03-10
40 min
Backstage Talk
Camila Brugés 🤩 - English
Camila Brugés was born into this industry, coming from a family of theatremakers and film/TV stars, there was only one way she was going to walk through life: through the arts. 🔥In this episode, she recalls how she started, how she approaches directing and writing Musical Theatre using a creative process Martín, our host, and her were in as an example. 🥰She's had tremendous success as a writer and director both on the stage and on the screen. You can catch her work on a Netflix series called Green Frontier or on her Inst...
2022-03-10
38 min
Backstage Talk
Eric Ulloa 🔥 - English
Eric Ulloa is one of the most talented human beings I have ever had the chance to talk to. 🤩 As he says: Latin excellence! 🌟After his Broadway debut, he has embarked on writing and he is here to share his thoughts on Latinx representation and visibility on Broadway. 🔥I am so happy to launch this season with him as the first guest! 💪🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-03-03
37 min
Backstage Talk
Teaser Episode - Season 3: Latinx in Musical Theatre
The power a community has makes us run out of words. ✨ 2021 was a powerful year for the Latinx community, specifically on Broadway and Musical films with West Side Story, Encanto, & tick, tick... BOOM! being released. 🤩 The people featured this season are heroes, idols, friends, people we ultimately look up to that are a constant example of the different Latinx faces out there. 💙 Tune in to the teaser episode out now!! 🎧 #BackstageTalk #MusicalTheatre #Musicals #Musical #Latinx #Latino #Latine #LatinCommunity #Broadway #BroadwayMusicals #TeatroMusical #Teatro #PerformingArts #Arts #Theater #Theatre #MusicalTheater Learn more...
2022-03-01
04 min
Backstage Talk
Special Episode: Telly Leung & Joey Monda 🌟
On March 12th, 2020, Broadway experienced a complete shutdown due to the pandemic, something we didn't expect at all. 🤔 After one year, 13 Broadway ensemble members came together to have a conversation about our industry. 😲 Join this special episode of Backstage Talk with Broadway star actor Telly Leung and star producer Joey Monda, executive producers of "Ensemble", a new documentary that will be launched on Broadway On Demand this next March 11th. 🤩 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-21
30 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #60: Sean Doherty 🌟
Welcome to the Finale Episode of Season 2 of Backstage Talk! 🎉This time; I sat down with performer and songwriter Sean Doherty and talked about his creative process of writing songs, how was going on tour with The Lightning Thief before their Broadway run, his experience on shows like Men with Money and Gay Card, and being part of cast recordings like In Pieces and Forget Me Not, his multiple appearances on NYC's 54 Below, and much more! 👏🏻You can now stream Sean's two singles Boys in the Backseat & Still Got Me wherever you listen to your favorite...
2022-01-20
33 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #59: Jason Aguirre 👏🏻
Jason Aguirre is here to talk to us about his work as a Musical Theatre director. 🤩Having the chance to work on new shows and reimagine some old ones, Jason knows that he starts from a point of imagination. 👏🏻This amazingly talented young man will take Broadway by storm, I know that. 🔥 Tune in to this episode and enjoy this wonderful conversation about his craft and how he approaches directing for musicals! ✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-01-13
34 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #58: Greg Kotis 🖋
To start the new year we have the two-time Tony award-winning writer Greg Kotis over on the show!He chats about his creative process with new shows, both plays and musicals, how he approaches character creation, and his award-winning musical Urinetown.This was a wonderful conversation and I want to do a special shoutout to Stephanie Summerville, thanks to whom I was able to get Greg on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-01-06
35 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #57: Stephanie Lexis
We bring our lived experience into everything we do. 🤩This conversation with Stephanie Lexis is super eye-opening to the inequalities that people with different body sizes have in our beloved industry. 🥰She created the Broadway Body Positivity Project to start change, and she has been working with the people that will lead the future of our industry: young thespians from high schools and universities. Also, shout out to the amazing production of Beauty and the Beast from the Olney Theatre Center in Maryland, and the beautiful Sis (@ucancallmesis on IG) who recently played Ado Annie in the...
2021-12-30
26 min
Real Talk with Mason Bray
BROADWAY TALKS with a Freelancer/Podcast Host - Martín Acuña
Martín Acuña is the amazing host of Backstage Talk, a podcast highlighting the under-represented people in the theatre world. He is also 1/3 of the What's Up, Broadway hosts along with Ayanna Prescod. On top of these two shows, he is a freelance social media manager, assistant director, and performer!In this episode, Martín and I discuss his journey to being a voice of Broadway from Colombia through double majoring in college with communications and performing, how he met the amazing Ayanna Prescod and got to co-host every other week of What's Up...
2021-12-27
41 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #56: Ry Armstrong 🍃
Ry Armstrong, an actor that took the producer and activist way came to talk about his journey in Musical Theatre. 🤩His endeavors in the industry have taught him a lot of things, and as he explains, right now you can create any type of content you want for all the different social media platforms available. 🎬Catch this episode and listen to what his experience has been with his production company Ryco Theatricals and his adventures as an environmental activist! 🍃If you want to contact Ry, find him on his website. ...
2021-12-23
22 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #55: Kathy Olsen 🍸
Kathy Olsen is one of the most experienced artist managers on Broadway and TV! 🤩 Her vast knowledge started with her background as a performer and this took her down the path of artist management after she hooked up a friend on a gig. 🌟These are the type of friends we want, right? 💪🏻Are you eager to know how the casting process for a Broadway show is? 🤔 Then this episode is perfect for you! 😃 Tune in now on your favorite podcast streaming platform. 🔥If you want more information about Kathy, check out her...
2021-12-16
25 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #54: Davon Williams 🦁
Davon Williams is ready to keep rocking this industry! 🔥😃As an international performer, you might have seen him in different commercials or TV/film projects, or on the stage. 🤩 Davon reunited 500 union members to craft the recently passed Black Theatre Matters Bill, and he is here to chat about his craft!His advice is pure gold, I can tell you that! Also, he has a show coming up on the 19th of December, so if you are in New York, be sure to check it out and go see him perform! 🌟Check out Davon's work...
2021-12-09
32 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #53: Nathaniel Hill 👏🏻
Nathaniel Hill, founder and CEO of Broadway Plus is here to chat about his incredible platform! 🤩 Broadway Plus has been working since 2016 to make Broadway and the Musical Theatre industry more accessible worldwide through one-on-ones, group calls, master classes, or individual training sessions with the BEST performers on the Great White Way. 🔥People around the world have had the chance to meet their idols, take master classes with them, and even have their questions answered on private Q&As!! 😃Visit BroadwayPlus' website to get the chance to connect with your...
2021-12-02
18 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #52: Bruce Dow 🌟
Bruce Dow is a musical theatre performer, director, and educator that has been on Broadway 5 times! 👏🏻In this episode, Bruce opens his heart to us and reflects on his own journey in the industry, how he got where he is today, his experience filming Diana: the Broadway Musical, and how his words of advice turned around the life of the young actor John Rapson. 🤩We share laughs and we also shed happy tears, and it is the best Thanksgiving episode I could have asked for. 💙 Enjoy it! If you want to contact Br...
2021-11-25
39 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #51: Garrett Poladian 🔥
Garrett Poladian, an upcoming actor and writer, joins me today in this episode of Backstage Talk! 👏🏻He is a talent to be reckoned with, I can foresee so much greatness in his future. He recently had his Off-Broadway Debut with Stranger Sings, the parody musical of Stranger Things, and we had such an amazing chat about his work as an actor and as the co-writer of a new musical called Golem Owned a Tropical Smoothie, and a mini-series you can watch on Instagram called Booked and Blessed! I cannot wait to see where he is going w...
2021-11-18
23 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #50: Reed Luplau 🌟
This episode is a milestone for us: it's Episode 50!!We are joined by the talented Musical Theatre Performer Reed Luplau, who shared his journey since his beginnings in Australia all the way to Broadway! 🤩Reed has performed with Fiddler on the Roof, Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, and is currently part of Moulin Rouge! 🔥 He also loves writing, directing, and choreographing, and we know he will get so far in this industry! 👏🏻Join us in this very special episode, and follow Reed on Instagram and his website. Learn more about yo...
2021-11-11
26 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #49: Tralen Doler 👏🏻
Tralen Doler, vice-president of Partnerships and Brand Engagement at Broadway On Demand, came over to share his thoughts about accessibility in theatre. 👏🏻His work and his team's efforts at Broadway Licensing are taking theatre to new corners of the globe just by pressing a screen. 🤩 Streaming platforms like Broadway on Demand are changing the market, and they are here to stay! ✨This episode is out now!! Enjoy this wonderful conversation and don't forget to leave us a rating, it helps the show keep running! 🎧Also, huge shoutout to Christian Harvey for being an amazing partner...
2021-11-04
31 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #48: Faith Maria Porter 🤩
The beautiful Faith Maria Porter joined me to chat about what a Company Manager is and does in the entertainment industry!! 🤩She also shares her thoughts about graduating from Pace University, how through several internships she has gotten a lot of experience to work and her work in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway! 👏🏻I love this episode because working in performing arts doesn't always mean you have to be on stage! 💙 Follow Faith Maria on her Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-10-28
28 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #47: Michael Fasano ✨
Michael Fasano has an incredible journey as a Musical Theatre performer!He came over to Backstage Talk to chat about how he creates characters in musicals, how different characters he has played, and his experience on Jesus Christ Super Star, Grease, and Jersey Boys!If you are a performer you NEED to listen to this episode! You can follow Michael on Instagram and check out his website! Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez...
2021-10-21
25 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #46: Paul Winkler ✍🏼
The incredible Broadway Journalist, Mr. Paul Winkler is here to talk about the Tony Awards celebrated on September 26th and his craft as a journalist in the industry. 👏🏻He also shared his thoughts on the great work Matthew López is doing for the Latine community after he won his Tony award for The inheritance. 🏆Tune in now to this new episode and if you want to reach out to Paul, do so via Twitter! He is super active on this platform! 🔥Let me know what you think about us leaving a rev...
2021-10-14
28 min
Backstage Talk
Episodio #45: Leonardo Palacios 🎼
Leonardo ha sido un amigo de toda la vida y también ha sido uno de mis grandes maestros. Él trabaja como director musical para Teatro Musical en Colombia. 🇨🇴 En este episodio, nos comparte su experiencia a lo largo de su vida, su proceso creativo apara componer musicales y la relación entre la letra, la música y los personajes. 🎭 Este episodio ya se encuentra al aire! Búscalo en tu plataforma de streaming favorita! 🎧 Un saludo y abrazo enorme para Juan Hernández y Andrea Martínez por nuestra increíble música de entrada y...
2021-10-07
27 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #44: Blair Russell 🤩
Blair Russell is a Tony Award-nominated theatre producer for Slave Play, has a lot of knowledge in the industry, and is here to share every single bit of it! 🤩 Through his craft, Blair knows how to connect people that do different things and has different skill sets to have the best of the best on the table. 🔥 Join this conversation in which he gives incredible advice about how to become a producer on Broadway! 👏🏻 Follow Blair on Instagram or visit his website to know more about him! Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcast...
2021-09-30
30 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #43: Tommy Antonio 🎸
Tommy Antonio, a wonderful and incredible musician, composer for Musical Theatre and other theatrical projects is here today! 🤩He shares with us his creative process and how has it been working on an original project with "Rebel" and the musical adaptation of a Roald Dahl Title. 🎵 Join this deep conversation about creativity, composition, and musical theatre! 🎧 Also, don't forget to check out Tommy's work on Instagram and his website! Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernánde...
2021-09-23
33 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #42: Pup! Creative Team 💪🏻
Meet the creative team of Pup! A Chew Story, a new musical about friendship! 😍 They have worked across distances during the trying times of the pandemic and came up with this amazing new project. 🐶 Listen to the creative process from their composer, book writer, and orchestrator. 🤩 If you want to know more about this musical, visit their website. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and outro music! ...
2021-09-16
27 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #41: Kevin Johnson
Kevin Ray Johnson is here to share his journey as an actor!! 🤩Since high school, Kevin got bit by the theatre bug and after being discouraged by a teacher about pursuing a career in the arts, he demonstrated to the world that you can make it. 💪🏻Follow Kevin on Instagram and Facebook. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and outro music! Learn more about your ad...
2021-09-09
25 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #40: Leonardo Palacios 🎼
The episode with Leonardo Palacios is out now! 🤩 Leonardo has been a long-time family friend and Musical Theatre music director in Colombia. 🇨🇴 He shares his experience through his creative process composing for musicals, and the relationship between lyrics, music, and character. 🎭 Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and outro music! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-09-02
27 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #39: Spencer Williams 🎶
Spencer Williams is an incredible educator that understands how to use the power of Musical Theatre to create experiences. 🤩His latest work, For Tonight ✨, a new original musical, based on Spencer's third great grandfather's journal, has just released a concept cast recording! 🎶 With a mixture of sounds from Welsh and Romani sounds, folk, and much more, he dives deep into its creative process in this episode. 👏🏻Give For Tonight a listen, we know this show will go places! 🔥 Visit their website here. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review o...
2021-08-26
30 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #38 - Zack Zaromatidis 🌟
This actor opens his heart completely to share his experience in showbiz. 🤩Zack Zaromatidis, the leading man of the Bandstand 1st National Tour, came over to Backstage Talk to dive deep into his journey as a performer and musician. 🎸 He also reflects on his audition process and a boy band he had with his best friends! 🥁I know this man is destined for greatness, I have no doubt about that. 💪🏻#BackstageTalk #Podcast #Broadway #Musical #MusicalTheatre #BroadwayMusicals #Bandstand #BoyBand #Music #Actor #Performer #MusicianFollow Zack on Instagram. Let me...
2021-08-19
49 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #37: Kenny Ingram 🕺🏻
Kenny Ingram, a marvelous director, choreographer, and musical theatre performer is here! ✨ Do you want to know something funny? I had a full-circle moment with him because during our chat I discovered I saw him on the Lion King's stage on Broadway 13 years ago!!! 🦁Join this conversation to know Kenny's journey in the arts, his creative process, and how he was part of the Off-Broadway hit "Emojiland"!! 🤩If you want to reach out to Kenny, do so on his Instagram or his website. Let me know what you think about us...
2021-08-12
30 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #36: Meg Masseron ✍🏼
Meg Masseron is another incredible theatre journalist that came over on the show! 🔥 She firmly believes that journalists have the potential to be heroes and public servants, their job is to always expose the truth and hold society accountable. 🎉 This dear friend of mine is a Phantom of the Opera mega-fan and is here to share about her craft! 🤩 Find more about Meg reading her portfolio and on her Instagram! Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻 Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and outro m...
2021-08-05
22 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #35: Jeffrey Schmelkin 🎼
Jeffrey Schmelkin is an award-winning composer and he is here today to talk to us about his latest work: The Parts I Keep Inside! 👏🏻This musical will be premiering Off-Broadway on July 31st as a one-night-only event! 🤩The show covers a deep reflection on mental health and Jeffrey wanted to represent it as accurately as possible. 🔥 He also talks about his creative process and how he took this show Off-Broadway with the help of his amazing team. 💪🏻To know more about Jeffrey and the show visit the show's Instagram and Jeffrey's website...
2021-07-29
28 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #34: YesBroadway Team 📲
Have you ever wondered how influencer marketing works on Broadway? 🧐Sam Maher and Carly Heitner join us in a wonderful conversation not only about their journey but about how social media and influencer marketing works in an industry like Broadway. 📲You will also learn about what YesBroadway is doing moving forward in a post-pandemic world! 🤩If you want to learn more about YesBroadway visit their website here. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández a...
2021-07-22
45 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #33: Amanda Flynn 🎤
Amanda Flynn had her share as a performer until something called her towards vocal health and education. 🎶She worked with the companies of The Lightning Thief and Be More Chill while they were running on Broadway! 🎤Join this conversation full of advice to take care of your voice, having a healthy approach towards a performer's work, and how to keep a sustainable routine for your voice! 🤩You can check out more about Amanda on her website and Instagram. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts...
2021-07-15
39 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #32: Philip Stern 🎶
Philip David Stern is here to talk to us about his latest project: Stone Crossed! 🎉This new musical has a concept album featuring Broadway stars Antonio Cipriano, Telly Leung, Celia Rose Gooding, Krystina Alabado, and much more! 🤩 The story of two lovers is told through a pop-rock sound with influences of the medieval era! 🤘🏼In this episode, you will listen to Philip's creative process, diving through the characters, and this coming-of-age stone story! 😍Find more about Philip here and more about the Stone Crossed musical here. Let me know what you th...
2021-07-08
37 min
Backstage Talk
Spencer LaRue ⚡️
All the way from Hogwarts comes Spencer LaRue to take us through his magical journey. ✨ This performer is part of the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child company on Broadway ⚡️ and has been cast in several other regional musicals. Originally from Florida but trained at the University of Michigan, Spencer walks us through his audition and rehearsal process. 💪🏻Spencer shares his experience from college all the way to the rehearsal rooms of Cursed Child. Join us on a wild ride chat! 😍Follow Spencer on Instagram here! Let me know wha...
2021-07-01
56 min
Backstage Talk
Cameron Tweed 🕺🏻
This is Episode #30 and I couldn’t be more proud of where Backstage Talk is right now. 👏🏻Across the pond, Cameron Tweed, an incredible performer sat with me and chatted about his journey in Musical Theatre. 🤩In this down-to-earth conversation, Cameron shares his experience and advice for those young performers pivoting due to the pandemic and also remembers his days in the World Tap Championship and a production in London’s West End. 🎉Follow Cameron on Instagram here. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple P...
2021-05-14
47 min
Backstage Talk
Ayanna Prescod 💪🏻
BROADWAY NEEDS TO CHANGE! And more if we're coming back this September. 💪🏻Through 2020 and 2021 we have seen the type of transformation everyone needs as human beings in every aspect of our lives. 👏🏻 Broadway and the Entertainment Industry isn't the exception! 🤔Ayanna Prescod, president of OurBKSocial, came over to the show and shared her thoughts about what the theatre industry needs toward a better inclusion of the BIPOC Community. 🎉Follow Ayanna on Twitter and check out OurBKSocial's new website here!Let me know what you think about us leaving a...
2021-05-06
38 min
Backstage Talk
Marci Skolnick 💫
My friend Marci Skolnick joins the Backstage Talk Podcast Family to tell you her story in the Entertainment Industry. 🤟🏻How she ended working in Theatre was a turn of tables and she found her passion in managing cues and things backstage. 🤩 As a Stage Manager and Show Caller, she knows her goal is to support the performers and artists on stage to deliver the best performance every night. 💫Tune in on this new episode to know how the magic backstage is made! ✨Connect with Marci on LinkedIn or on Instagram! Let me know what yo...
2021-04-29
49 min
Backstage Talk
Julie Garnyé 🎶
In a year like 2020, every single Art and Entertainment Industry worker had to pivot and find new paths. 🧐 Even though most of us keep working on something arts-related, we’ve also found new passions. 😃 Julie has been auditioning and sending demos but she also started her own chocolate factory! 🍫Her journey has been full of music, characters, and new adventures! 🔥Dive into it on this new episode of Backstage Talk, available now on your favorite streaming platform!! 🤩 Check out Julie’s social media profiles here: Instagram, Facebook, and her website.Let me know what you think...
2021-04-22
48 min
Backstage Talk
JJ Niemann 🕺🏻
The whole performing arts and entertainment industry had to adapt to the virtual world through this pandemic. 🌎Many people pivoted, but this is not the case for JJ Neimann. 💪🏻 This performer broke the internet through TikTok and his Theatre Kid POV videos. 🤯He used his skills in theatre to be a content creator on social media! 📱Follow JJ on his Instagram, TikTok, and his website! Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonder...
2021-04-15
44 min
Backstage Talk
Steve Cuden ✒️
From writing for the stage to film and TV, Steve Cuden has a lot of works under his wing! 👏🏻Surely we grew up watching his work without even knowing it on The Pink Panther, Gargoyles or Beetlejuice. He has also written a series of books on the craft of storytelling. 🤩In this episode, Steve gives advice on where and how to start writing in the entertainment industry, besides giving us in a quick nutshell his experience. 📚If you want to know more about Steve, click to visit his website and his work.Let me kno...
2021-04-08
48 min
Backstage Talk
Michael Kushner 🎉
Michael Kushner is a man of many hats. 🎩 He’s a photographer 📸, a performer 🎭, a writer ✒️, a podcaster 🎧, and a producer 👏🏻.This Multi-Hyphenate shares his experience navigating this industry and how he has enjoyed the wild ride. 🎢 Based in New York 🗽, Michael has photographed the biggest Broadway stars in his studio, on stage and backstage.Tune in to today’s episode to discover how Michael has made a living being a multi-hyphenate! 🎉Follow him on his Instagram, his Podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate, and the Dressing Room Project. If you want to book a session, click here.Let me...
2021-04-01
46 min
Backstage Talk
The Aviatrix Creative Team ✈️
Is she a bird? 🕊 Is she a plane? ✈️ No! She’s Harriet Quimby, ✨ the first female pilot from the United States of America! 🔥Soaring from the sky comes Lily Dwoskin and Casey O’Neil, the spectacular creators of this new musical: The Aviatrix! 🤩 Together they tell the story of this forgotten hero.Tune in to this new episode of Backstage Talk Podcast to know how it all started, how they’ve been working through the pandemic, and where this musical is going next!Follow their Instagram and Facebook pages! Let me know what you...
2021-03-25
42 min
Backstage Talk
Jake Smith 🤴🏻
What is better than being a Disney Prince 🤴🏻? Being a Disney Villain, of course!! 😈Jake Smith is a force to be reckoned with and he joins us on today’s show! 🤩This talented young man wants to make a stamp on the history of Musical Theatre and without a doubt, we believe he will! 💪🏻 From unforgettable memories on stage to how he got his shot on Broadway’s Frozen, you have the chance to dive deep into Jake’s experience as an actor.You can follow Jake on Instagram to see all his updates on music, work...
2021-03-18
54 min
Backstage Talk
Chaining Zero Creative Team 💪🏻
This week’s guests are four talented men from across the entertainment industry! Jeffrey, Justin, John, and Griffin come from different backgrounds and joined forces to create a brand new musical: Chaining Zero. ✨With an incredible contemporary pop-musical sound, Chaining Zero is about different characters that are surviving based on the relationships with each other. 😃Join us to know how these four men worked through the pandemic and the key moments of their creative process on this new episode of Backstage Talk. 🎧If you want to know more about the musical fo...
2021-03-11
48 min
Backstage Talk
Bonnie Comley 🎥
Making theatre accessible worldwide… what a dream is not it? 🌎Bonnie Comley, CEO and Founder of BroadwayHD ✨ shares her journey and how she is showing the way to digitalize theatre to help the world see more shows. 😍BroadwayHD is a streaming service with the best quality Broadway shows and plays. 🎉Know more about Bonnie here and become a member of BroadwayHD here. Let me know what you think about us leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martí...
2021-03-04
1h 12
Backstage Talk
Marlon Feliz 💃🏻
Straight from Broadway’s West Side Story, Marlon Feliz has a wonderful chat with us about her journey as a performer! 😍She shares:💃🏻 Tips to self-care as an artist.💃🏻 Wisdom on how to deal with 8+ shows a week.💃🏻 Pros & cons touring the world with different shows.💃🏻 Latinx representation on a Broadway stage and where the industry needs to improve.Dive into today’s episode and discover this woman’s powerful thoughts! 🤩 Click here to listen 🎧: https://linktr.ee/backstagetalkGet to know Marlon better following here on Instagr...
2021-02-25
47 min
Backstage Talk
Bret Shuford 🤩
Bret Shuford has several tricks up his sleeve! 🪄This performer goes deep on:🎭 #Storytelling through musical theatre.🎭 Getting started with his own business: BroadwayLife.🎭 How working with #Disney Theatricals has changed his professional life.🎭 #Broadway Husbands: an Instagram project he started with Stephen Hanna to connect with other musical lovers!This Wagner alum shares his hacks and memories with us on today’s episode! 💕Know more about Bret's work on his website or on his Instagram! Let me know what you think about us le...
2021-02-18
40 min
Backstage Talk
Miguel González 🎭
Hoy nos acompaña el actor Miguel González! ⚡️Miguel comparte con nosotros1️⃣ Su viaje en la televisión nacional.2️⃣ La manera en la que ha navegado sus dos carreras.3️⃣ Su forma de abordar la creación de personaje para teatro y cine.¡Oye de primera mano lo que fue trabajar en Disney Channel Latinoamérica!¡Conoce más de Miguel siguiéndolo en Instagram!Recuerda dejarnos una calificación y comentario en Apple Podcast!Un saludo y abrazo enorme para Juan Hernández y Andrea Martínez por...
2021-02-11
40 min
Backstage Talk
Dawn Chiang 💡
Lights up! 🚨Dawn Chiang, our guest on today’s episode, shares with us:💡 How she ended up doing Theatre.💡 How it is to travel the world lightning several shows.💡 The way she gets involved in different projects and how light design can enhance the storytelling.Find out this and more about Dawn’s experience on Broadway, the New York City Opera and other renowned stages on Backstage Talk’s new episode!! 🔊 Learn more about her here 🤩.Let me know what you think leaving a review on Apple Podcasts! 👌🏻Big s...
2021-02-04
44 min
Backstage Talk
Santiago Sanmiguel
¡El episodio con Santiago Sanmiguel, abogado de entretenimiento y músico de hobby, ya está al aire! 🎉Durante nuestra conversación pasamos por:🎶 Los aspectos que todo artista debe saber del derecho.🎶 Por qué tener un mejor amigo abogado siempre es una buena idea.🎶 Su proceso como cantautor y compositor en un nuevo EP y su reto personal de 1,000 plays en 100 días.¿Quieres conocer más de Santiago, su trabajo y su podcast?Instagram: @zoordo y Derecho Rocks. Recuerda dejarnos una calificación y comentario en Apple Po...
2021-01-28
49 min
Backstage Talk
G. Victoria Campbell
Have you ever heard about an Eco-Musical? 🧐Well, this is your chance because G. Victoria Campbell explains her creative process writing TREESON: an Eco-Musical! 🌱Vicki shares with us her story, how during 2020 she started writing and assembled a team with people from around the world to bring this musical to life! 🌎They released their Original Cast Recording last Friday, January 15th, you can listen to it in ever music streaming platform! 🤩Catch every update on their Instagram or their Facebook Fan page!Leave a comment and a rate in Ap...
2021-01-21
35 min
Backstage Talk
Chris Luner
✨ Chris Luner is with us today! 🎉As a Broadway Production Manager, Chris gives us his insights on the main skills you must have to be successful in this position, additionally he shares his experience transferring to film! 🎬You can follow Chris on his instagram and LinkedIn! Also check out his film Ranch Water!Leave a comment and a rate in Apple Podcasts! I’ll appreciate it!Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and outro music! Learn more about your a...
2021-01-14
44 min
Backstage Talk
Sharon Fallon
There is no greater way to start 2021 than having a Broadway Producer 🎭 and Musical Theatre 🎶 Developer and Consultant on the show!Sharon Fallon 🤩 will be with us in Episode #12 sharing her experience since the day she started in the Broadway World until today!Interested in knowing how to get a build a Broadway show from the ground up? This episode is for you! 🎉Follow Sharon on LinkedIn here.Leave a comment and a rate in Apple Podcasts! I’ll appreciate it!Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández...
2021-01-07
1h 04
Backstage Talk
Trent Soyster
Trent Soyster is one of the most amazing young artists I've got the chance to interview. He is such a wonderful guy and walked us through his experience performing, creating choreography, directing and more!After transferring programs at Pace, Trent got a spot in the Escape to Margaritaville National Broadway Tour and right now is waiting to graduate from college. We also discussed how he created his online Musical Theatre Dance master class and his approach to theatre and performance.He is also giving online classes! Check him out on his instagram here or his...
2020-12-17
47 min
Backstage Talk
Episode #10: Jessy & Steve Tomsko - Creators of 'Boleyn, The Musical'
I sat down with Jessy & Steve Tomsko, father and daughter, creators of Boleyn, The Musical. Both of them talked me through their experience creating this musical based on Anne Boleyn's life, how it came to be and the challenges they've faced during this crazy year. We also discussed the production of the show, songs that are being recorded and released and future plans they both have. Want to know more about Boleyn the Musical? Follow them on social media here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bUSupHPzu0&feature=youtu.be...
2020-12-10
42 min
Backstage Talk
Alexandria Bellivan
This week’s episode is truly a special one. My dear friend Alexandria joined us to chat about the advantages of being an artist on LinkedIn and why the Entertainment Industry should be part of this platform.Alexandria has worked as a Career Development Expert and Counselor and she walked us through her perspective of the Arts on a so-called corporate networking platform. Remember to follow #TheCreativeLife if you’re on this platform!Want to know more about Alex and her work? Click here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandriabellivanLeave a comment and a...
2020-12-03
48 min
Backstage Talk
Sam Leicht
In this week's episode I had the honor to interview one of my most recent idols, Broadway performer and personal trainer Sam Leicht. It was so fun knowing Sam's journey since he chose to be an actor, starting to work on Broadway to developing Leichtning Health, a whole sustainable fitness program. We also went through body image stereotypes in the Entertainment Industry and how we can change that for good and finally we discussed his position towards movement, exercise and fitness. You can find Sam on his social media platforms here: Instagram: https://www...
2020-11-26
43 min
Backstage Talk
Anna Robb
We sat down with producer and stage manager Anna Robb, co-founder and managing director of TheatreArtLife!She talked to us about how she started the website that now has contributors all over the world, including this Podcast’s Host, Martín Acuña. Her experience since she graduated college with a Design for Theatre Degree in Australia and how she started in the arts from there.Traveling the whole world producing shows, Anna shares her tips and advice for aspiring stage managers and producers. Finally, she talked to us about future projects she has cooking up!
2020-11-19
52 min
Backstage Talk
Dylan Kaplan
Dylan Kaplan is our latest guest! He's currently studying Performing Arts Administration at NYU and he shared with us his work at the Broadway on Demand, a new online streaming platform for performing arts shows. He also walked us through his thoughts on pro-shots, streaming platforms, and current interests during the pandemic. Give it a listen and let us know what you think!Follow Dylan's latest work on his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-kaplan-9ab520b0/Big shout-out and thanks to Juan Hernández and Andrea Martínez for our wonderful intro and ou...
2020-11-12
38 min
Backstage Talk
Jane Bruce
I got the chance to interview the amazing Jane Bruce. She talked us through her journey in the arts, mental health, how she started doing theatre and how she finally got to Broadway's Jagged Little Pill. Jane is one of the most incredible performers I've ever met and she shows us in this episode why with a sneak peek of one of her upcoming EP's songs. Give her a follow on her instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/janeybrucey/ And you may follow my personal Instagram too: https://www.instagram.com/themartinacuna/I wa...
2020-11-05
55 min
Backstage Talk
Juan Caballer - Español
Nos sentamos con el actor español Juan Caballer para conversar acerca de su experiencia como un ejecutante inmigrante en los Estados Unidos. Nos contó cómo es el proceso de la Visa de Artista y los tipos de contratos que uno puede obtener con la Unión de Actores (Actors Equity). Esta conversación es muy importante para cualquier artista que quiera mudarse a los Estados Unidos y empezar a trabajar como actor.Pueden seguir a Juan en su instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juancaballer/Y pueden seguirme en mi perfil personal también: https...
2020-03-23
40 min
Backstage Talk
Juan Caballer - English
We sat down with Spanish performer Juan Caballer to have a conversation about his experience as an immigrant performer. He also talked us through the Artist Visa of Extraordinary Talent and the types of contracts you may have with the Actors Equity. It was a very important conversation to any thespian that wants to move to the United States and start working as a performer.You may follow Juan on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juancaballer/And you may follow my personal Instagram too: https://www.instagram.com/themartinacuna/ Learn...
2020-03-19
37 min
Backstage Talk
Jeremiah Mitchell - Español
Tenemos a nuestro primer invitado! Es un amigo querido, Jeremiah Mitchell. En este episodio hablamos de la experiencia de ser un estudiante de pregrado en Teatro, de su experiencia como ejecutante en varios musicales y finalmente sus musicales favoritos (top 5). Disfruté muchísimo hablar con él y espero que ustedes disfruten de la traducción!Pueden seguir a Jay en su Instagram: @j.mitchie (https://bit.ly/33bGpmF)Y pueden seguirnos a nosotros: @BackstageTalkPod (https://bit.ly/2TW8sm4) O mi Instagram personal: @themartinacuna (https://bit.ly/3aOH1kR)La recomendación de la pe...
2020-03-14
14 min
Backstage Talk
Jeremiah Mitchell - English
We have our very first guest on the show! It is a dear friend of mine, Jeremiah Mitchell. In this episode, we go through his experience as a Theatre major student, as a performer in several musicals and finally we talk a bit about his top 5 favorite shows. I enjoyed our chat and hope you do too!! You can follow Jay on his Instagram: @j.mitchie (https://bit.ly/33bGpmF) And you can follow us on our Instagram: @BackstageTalkPod (https://bit.ly/2TW8sm4) Or on my personal Instagram: @themartinacuna (https://bit.ly/3aOH1kR)Jay's movie rec...
2020-03-12
26 min
Backstage Talk
Un Buen Día en el Vecindario - Español
Este episodio está dedicado a hacer una reseña de la película Un Buen Día en el Vecindario. Transitando por el elenco y los temas que trata la película, obtendrás un acercamiento íntimo con la película. El Podcast que recomiendo esta semana es:Dr. Rocks (@derechorocks en IG)Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PNR01USpotify: https://spoti.fi/2TGHzCaTambién, dejo mis redes sociales por si quieren contactarme por ahí:Instagram: https://bit.ly/37F1zuf Learn more about your...
2020-03-05
12 min
Backstage Talk
A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood - English
This episode is totally dedicated to a review about the film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. Going mainly through the cast and what the movie is about, you'll get an intimate perspective of this film. The Podcasts I did a shoutout to are:@PageToStagePodcast (Instagram)@MusicalManPod (Twitter)@OriginalBabyPod (Twitter & Instagram)@JimAndTomic (Twitter and Instagram)@OriginalCastPod (Twitter) @WhatTheMusicalI'll also leave my social media accounts:Instagram: https://bit.ly/37F1zuf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-02-27
14 min
Backstage Talk
Bienvenidos al Moulin Rouge! - Español
En este episodio hago una reseña de la adaptación de Moulin Rouge del cine a la escena. Hablando del elenco, la coreografía, la dirección y finalmente la música, obtendrás una perspectiva completa del éxito de esta obra. El musical tiene una grabación de estudio entonces dejaré los links abajo. Recuerda calificar y comentar acerca del podcast! Gracias de antemano!Apple Music: https://apple.co/2vOeDQpSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2P26LSgGoogle Play: https://bit.ly/38IsUwWDejaré también mi Instagram por si quieren esc...
2020-02-20
12 min
Backstage Talk
Welcome to the Moulin Rouge! - English
In this episode I review the adaptation of Moulin Rouge from the film version to the stage version. Going through the cast, the choreography, the direction and finally the music, you'll get an overall perspective of this show's success. This musical has a cast recording so I'll leave the links to it below. Remember to rate and comment this podcast!! I'll appreciate it tons!Apple Music: https://apple.co/2vOeDQpSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2P26LSgGoogle Play: https://bit.ly/38IsUwWI'll also leave my social media accounts: Instagram: https://b...
2020-02-20
12 min
Backstage Talk
Presentándome - Español
Este es un episodio introductorio para que conozcan a su anfitrión. Hablo también de mis 5 musicals favoritos, con unas historias entrelazadas entre ellos, la razón por la cual empecé este podcast y unas recomendaciones antes de despedirme. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-02-14
18 min
Backstage Talk
Introducing Me - English
This is an introduction episode so you get to know your host a little bit better. I talk about my top 5 favorite Musical Theatre plays, with some little stories in between, the reason I started this podcast, and a musical recommendation before saying goodbye. Also, big thanks to www.purple-planet.com for "Dreamcatcher", the song used all over the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-02-10
18 min