Behind The Curtain: A Broadway Podcast

With the Tony nominations just recently released the girls get to have an opportunity to see one of the nominees for best musical. An incredibly unique, heartwarming and relatable story that comes packed with laughter, beautiful music, and it’s full of heart. We get to tell you all about how these two strangers carry a cake across New York and changing each other’s lives forever.

Viv takes a deep dive into this Off Broadway hit that is finally making its maiden voyage on Broadway with a mischievous crew of characters and a singing diva that will spin one of the greatest love stories into a rib-tickling trip. We compare the two versions of this hilarious parody and give you the inside scoop!

We take a ride back to Moulin Rouge to experience one of our favorite stunt castings for Zeidler, Megan Thee Stallion! She graces Broadway for the first time with Rouge, charisma and a raw confidence that only this rap queen can bring. To say that she brought the house down is an understatement and we are here to tell you all about it.

We finally get to share our experiences with this hilariously, poorly researched play about one of the most well-known first ladies of this country. Cole Escola lets us peek into a little fictional window of Mary Todd Lincoln and her aspirations to become a cabaret performer once again, while trying to stay sober and faithful to Abraham. Yes! It left us clutching our pearls! This show is as unique as it is hilarious and we get to tell you all about it.

Viv goes on a week double feature solo to check out two amazing Broadway musical jewels which brought so many memories and sparked joy the way that theater should! The girls come together to talk all about these Tony award winning shows.

In our very first interview we get to chat with up and coming writer, actress and singer, Amanda Fischler, about her reimagined musical tale about the Odyssey from the perspective of the maids aptly named, ‘Twelve Maids’. She gives us an insight on what inspired her to write a musical and about the writing process and having the story come to life.

These chatty ladies spend one chilly evening supporting the local NJ arts at Papermill Playhouse and their production of Frozen. A Broadway style show that was full of heart and warm hugs, and just around the corner.

As 2025 just came to a close, we take a look back at the list of shows that we got to see and enjoy during the year. From our favorites, to the ones we weren’t so crazy about, and the reasons why we are not rich! Our love of Broadway and live shows are keeping us poor, but we ain’t mad about it. We also get to review Stranger Things season 5 and give you our take on the last season of one of the most epic shows ever and one of our favorites!

Ani gets to take Viv for the first time to check out the incredible live acts under the big top of one of the greatest circuses in the world, The Big Apple Circus. Now on its 48th year, this one ring circus spectacular has been a classic staple of NYC with illustrious daredevils, laugh makers and high flying artists that continue delight audiences of all ages and the hearts of these two hostesses.

In this spoiler filled episode of BTC we dive into a double feature of Wicked 2 and Stranger Things season 5, which also have successful Broadway counterparts. We get to review and give you the ‘scoops ahoy’ (see what we did there!) on these two incredible stories, the connections to their theatrical siblings, their amazing casts and magical creative teams.

We get to review this spunky and fun show that is packed full of laughs, iconic lines and a lively cast of fashionable characters. With its funky, colorful style and 90s nostalgia, this show catapulted Viv down memory lane. Did it do the same for Ani? Find out in this episode of Behind the Curtain!

Come with us to see the most magical show on Broadway…literally! Rob Lake’s magical illusions take center stage and he brings some nostalgic friends along.

Our favorite ghoul is back and taking New York by storm one more time before making Broadway its final resting place after touring the US for the past 2 years. We compare this version to the original one on Broadway and give you the scoop on what to expect of its touring counterpart and the fun you will have in the afterlife!

We get a chance to take a glimpse at the life of the rich and famous in an original musical set in the style of a documentary. Kristin Chenoweth stars in this new production about a woman going from rags to riches worthy of Versailles. But is this a story as grandiose as King Louis XIV glorious castle?

We check out the movie version of this Tony award winning musical that has an incredible all Latin cast, led by Tonatiuth, Diego Luna and Jennifer Lopez. This one stole our hearts and we can’t wait to tell you all about it.

Check out this interstitial episode where we get more relaxed and loose in this intimate chat about our experiences watching and being part of this strange piece of art that has become a cult classic that has time warped the cinemas non-stop for over 50 years!

We are so excited for this new fall season of shows and tell you what we are looking forward to seeing and reviewing for our listeners.

This time we treated ourselves to one man shows with, Adam Sandler’s: You’re my best friend tour & Hugh Jackman’s: From New York, with love show. We share and weigh in on our experiences with this wide range of comedic and musical shows in which both men get to showcase their talent, their friends, and a little bit of who they are. These talented men show us how they are still on top of their game and why they are living legends!

We return to the Emerald City for another look at this Broadway classic that has been gracing the Gershwin stage for over 20 years. With the second ‘Wicked’ movie on the horizon we wanted to go back and see the musical version once again and see if the magic is still in Oz. Does this show still gives us the theatre goosebumps? We got the Wicked tea!

In this action packed episode we share all about the ‘King of Roasts’ , comedian Jeff Ross and his one man show! We also got to celebrate the last Hamilten event at the United Palace with Lin Manuel and special guests. We were in the ‘room where it happened’ and got to sing along with some of the most avid Hamilton fans in the world! Is Ani a better singer than Viv…wait for it!

We take a trip to a revival about the hilarity of life long friendships, the changes they go through and the objectivity of art. Bobby Cannavale, Neil Patrick Harris and James Corden have perfect chemistry in this thought provoking, hilarious play and we get to tell you all about it.

After a little summer hiatus, Ani and Viv are back and ready for a new theatre season; but first they get to catch up on all of their summer shenanigans.

Yep this time we get to finally talk all about Pedro Pascal and the incredible year he has been having. We also discuss some of the controversies and some things that as friends we may not see eye to eye. Join us as we revel on the Marvel that is our favorite Mr. Fantastic! (See what we did there?! ;)

The ladies got to spend time with their sons, sharing their love of live theater and passing down their love of Broadway to the next generation with amazing shows like Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, and MJ: The Musical. They also got to celebrate Viv’s birthday early with a chance to see the one and only Cyndi Lauper at her farewell tour and finally making a childhood dream come true. Hear all about how these two are living it up this summer!

After a couple weeks in hiatus, Ani and Viv are back in full force! In this special edition episode of Behind The Curtain, the two latina besties get a little loose and talk about some of the Off Broadway shows that are sure to brighten up your summer! They will make you flip your fins and get down and native!

Where are Ani & Viv?The Park Ave Counselors fill in to highlight some recent headlines in the world of Broadway.Will our beloved Broadway duo get found in time for next week's episode?Stay tuned to Behind The Curtain: A Broadway Podcast to find out!

The ladies take a trip into an immersed experience with a pirate ship in a New Orleans town where the tongue twisting rhymes and Cajun flare is as lively as the cast of misfit pirates and ladies in waiting. This revival is so colorful that the ladies can’t help, but rave about this fun revival!

The ladies review Broadway’s ‘Super Bowl’ of 2025 and get to talk all about the winners, the nominees, the amazing performances that dazzle Radio City this year and how perfect Cynthia Erivo was as a host.

Join us as we interview three of our very talented local middle school actresses as we learn all about their experiences on the stage, performing Broadway shows for their communities. Juliana, Sofia and Carmella get to share with us their whole performance experiences from their perspectives and they are so full of spark and talent you will know that this is where big Broadway dreams come alive.

In this double featured episode the ladies chat all about the true stories of two individuals that lived full lives…after death! These multi Tony nominated shows feature the real life tales of two men whose corpses went on adventures that made them part of strange history. Their stories wrapped in perfect harmonies and comedy!

These two Stranger Things fans get the theatre treat of a lifetime with one of most epic shows that has ever been on Broadway. This 5 time Tony nominee show is full of amazing talent, suspenseful horror and never seen before special effects that will blow your mind. It’s the perfect trip for those who dare to wander into the Upside Down!

Ani and Viv go through the list of this year’s Tony nominations and let you know which ones are their favorites and predict who could possibly win at the upcoming 2025 Tony awards.

These two curvaceous Latina hosts get the opportunity to be among some of the most elite and influential Latinas in our community while experiencing one of the most colorful and lively musicals of the year. A show about dreams, hard work, and the love of family that sees it all through even in the face of the most unexpected challenges. We invite you see why we love ‘Real Woman Have Curves’ and its talented and fierce all Latin-Hispanic cast!

We STOMPed into this classic as it’s traveling the nation spreading the loud joy that graced Off Broadway for 29 years! With a creatively talented group of performers that make music in the most unconventional ways. From empty bottles and cans, to plastic drones, shopping carts, tin garbage cans and even lighters, these musicians bring a musical statement that is, both, loud and fun and makes you look at your garbage in a different way.

Wrinkle, wrinkle little star! Come along as we chat about this fun show that pays homage to its 1992 movie counter part that’s all about stolen love, deceit, vanity and the pursuit of eternal life and beauty. With a sexy cast of characters, hilarious puns and stunts, this is a show that will have you die from laughter.

In this traveling Cirque Du Soleil show called ‘Luzia’ we are immersed into a magical land inspired by the rich colors and sounds of Mexico! From the incredible artists and acrobats that grace the stage, to the magical waterfall and the lively music that captures the audience’s hearts and leaves them in awe of all the beauty of this ethereal experience under the big top!

These proud latinas get to travel to the heart of Cuba through this lively and fiery show that’s all about the love of music, country and family. With a talented cast and band that play, sing and dance from the bottom of their hearts and souls with a joy that spills into the audience with its Caribbean sounds and colors. It fills every heart with all of the flavors of Havana.

We got a chance to check out this incredible documentary about the life of Renee Elise Goldsberry and her journey to motherhood, Broadway and Tony glory showing at the beautiful United Palace Theatre. With a special talk back with Renee, Lin Manuel Miranda and a surprise guest that brought the house down that left us ‘helpless’!

Take a trip with Ani and Viv to check out Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ new play ‘Purpose’. With an all star cast that includes Tony Award winners, Phylicia Rashad as the director, Latanya Richardson Jackson and of course our favorite, Kara Young! This new play is full of family drama, intrigue, comedy and heart and we can’t wait to tell you all about it!

Between this bitter winter and with spring around the corner these two chicas push through coughing fits and colds to bring you their latest review. This sick edition of ‘Behind the Curtain’ is lively with praise for the new revival of Cabaret, while Ani, the Broadway super fan, compares and contrasts this version with its previous revival counterpart from 1998. This episode will bring you joy, laughs and entice you to hear all about this sassy and sultry Broadway classic where all the people are beautiful.

Ep46- Maybe Happy Ending This time we had the joyful pleasure of experiencing this innovative and creative new musical that comes fully charged with laughter, discovery, adventure and an unconventional love story between two bots. Check out this episode of ‘Behind the Curtain’ as we chat all about one of the best and sweetest musicals of the season, our exclusive talk back and see how we partied like it was 2064 during the post show.

The gals once again revisit the fabulous Moulin Rouge and this time they get to gush over the new cast and the amazing Andy Carl as the new Duke of Monroth. The ladies also experience some rude behavior from some audience members and Ani doesn’t hold back this time! From the rouge to the debonair, the sultry and the glam we keep coming back for more and as always this show never disappoints.

With the insanely cold weather we are having lately we decided to check out this off Broadway jewel of a show that shines brighter than the ‘heart of the ocean’ and has the comedic flare that will sure to warm the coldest of icebergs. The ladies can’t wait to see this show again and in this episode they tell you why.

After the holiday hiatus, Ani and Viv finally get together to take a look back at all of the amazing shows they got to see in 2024 and anticipate some of the shows that will be making 2025 another interesting and fun theatre season. Who got to see more shows? The insider or the die hard fan? Find out in this fun episode of Behind the Curtain!

Here she is boys! The ladies get to review this new revival with the incomparable Audra McDonald as she leads this classic Broadway show as Mama Rose. And there’s no better way than to open the newly revamped Majestic Theatre than with this powerhouse cast. The ladies give their honest impressions of this revival and what to expect.

In this double feature episode we get to tell you all about the beautiful classic revival tale of ‘Our Town’ and the hilariously relatable show ‘Mama I’m a Big Girl Now’ about life and friendship on the Broadway stage while becoming a mama.

We get the opportunity to see this very unique production with a brilliant all male cast on its opening week and get swept away in its gut wrenching story of epic struggles and heart felt redemption. This show is definitely one to keep on your radar and will be a top contender for the 2025 Tonys.

The ladies get to discuss the new Wicked movie, based on the Broadway hit by the same name, and talk about what a huge hit it already is. The impact of this beautiful film will show people that musicals have a heart and can change anyone for good (see what we did there!).

The ladies get to review the biggest holiday traditional show in NYC at the iconic Radio City Music Hall. Ani gets to treat Viv to this show and enjoys watching her cry with joy as she sees the Rockettes for the very first time l. This show is the kind that brings the inner child in everyone.

This beautiful play, based on the real life and memoirs of its author, warms the heart and leaves everyone feeling hopeful for love in the midst of tragedy and heartache. Ani can’t stop gushing about this show that has everything from drama, to comedy and just pure love. Her stage door encounter with the show’s stars becomes one of her favorites!