Deep Dive Broadway

Episodes

1. 23

   #23 - How to Dance in Ohio: From Documentary to Broadway Musical

   This episode features some of the key creative team behind the Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio, a heartwarming musical based on a true story that follows a group of young adults on the autism spectrum preparing for a spring formal dance. The show is praised for its uplifting message, its...

   Feb 9, 2024

   44m
2. 22

   #22 - BroadwayCon: Making Magic Happen

   BroadwayCon 2023 is here!!! This thrilling, not-to-be-missed, immersive Broadway experience is jam-packed with Broadway Stars, Panel Discussions, Cosplay, Games, Performances and so much more. No surprise that it takes a year to organize!! How do they do it?? Join us for a fascinating discussion...

   Jul 17, 2023

   39m
3. 21

   #21 - Alex Edelman: Award-Winning Comic Genius

   Comic genius, Alex Edelman, star of the hysterical one-man show JUST FOR US, joins Deep Dive Broadway for a fascinating look inside the world of a creative mastermind. Alex is an award-winning stand-up comedian, a television writer and an accomplished writer for magazines and documentaries. He...

   Jul 5, 2022

   49m
4. 20

   #20 - Alex Birsh: Playbill VP & COO spills the tea about CURTAIN UP

   Playbill VP & COO Alex Birsh shares all about Curtain Up - Broadway's MEGA 'Welcome Back Broadway' outdoor event. In the planning for 7 months, the epic experience features participation from 23 Broadway musicals and plays. More info via https://playbill.com/curtainup. Learn more about your ad...

   Sep 16, 2021

   37m
5. 20

   Bonus EP: "In the Heights" Exclusive Interviews!

   Our BPN Podcasters bring you exclusive interviews with cast and creatives from In the Heights, in theaters on June 11 2021. Watch the video version of this event here: https://youtu.be/py3YLSt8MSo. Interview 1: Daphne Rubin-Vega, interviewed by Salisha Thomas http://bpn.fm/bhbl Interview 2: Olga...

   May 21, 2021

   58m
6. 19

   #19 - Diane Warren, songwriter, musician, record producer and hitmaker

   12 Oscar Nominations!! Songwriting legend Diane Warren's stunning and profound song "Io Si (Seen) from "The Life Ahead" won this year's Golden Globe and is now Diane's 12th Oscar contender. Join us as Diane shares the stories behind the making of this magnificent song and about her remarkable...

   Apr 13, 2021

   27m
7. 18

   #18 - As The Curtain Rises: Alex Brightman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Lesli Margherita, Sarah Stiles, Michael Urie, Lillias White, James Monroe Iglehart, Ramin Karimloo and surprise guests

   Originally streamed live on Jan 14th, 2021, cast members Alex Brightman, Andrew Barth Feldman, Lesli Margherita, Michael Urie, Lillias White, James Monroe Iglehart, Ramin Karimloo and a few surprise guests joined us for a fun chat about episodes 1 through 8. Watch the original video here:...

   Jan 28, 2021

   59m
8. 17

   #17 - Robert Viagas, Theatre Magazine Encore Monthly

   Editor-In-Chief Robert Viagas, the visionary behind the new Theatre Magazine Encore Monthly, is a legendary theatre author, educator, critic and journalist. From founding Playbill.com and Playbill Radio to writing and editing the Playbill Broadway Yearbook Series, Robert has kept us all informed,...

   Dec 8, 2020

   39m
9. 16

   #16 - Sir Tim Rice, EGOT winner & lyricist for some of your most favorite shows

   DEEP DIVE BROADWAY is DEEPLY honored to welcome legend, Sir Tim Rice, lyricist of enumerable beloved smash hit shows and unforgettable songs. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Jesus Christ Superstar Evita Chess Lion King Beauty and the Beast Aladdin King David Aida . ...to name a few.…

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   Aug 18, 2020

   30m
10. 15

    #15 - Joe Benincasa, President and CEO of The Actor’s Fund

    Joe Benincasa is President and CEO of The Actor’s Fund. His tireless work on behalf of the entire entertainment and performing arts community nationwide began in 1989. Joe took an organization mired in debt and transformed it into a formidable human service institution that offers emergency...

    Jul 27, 2020

    39m
11. 14

    #14 - Pride Plays: Doug Nevin, Michael Urie & Nick Mayo

    Today and always we celebrate PRIDE. Our guests are the creators of the PRIDE PLAYS – Producers Doug Nevin and Michael Urie and Festival Director Nick Mayo. Now in it’s second year, the Pride Plays – in association this year with Playbill and Rattlestick Playwright’s Theatre – are once again...

    Jun 16, 2020

    41m
12. 13

    #13 - Legally Blonde cast reunion (Live: BPN Town Hall)

    Join us for the first-ever LEGALLY BLONDE MUSICAL REUNION. 20 members of the original Broadway company along with the show's creators, director/choreography and producers come together to share crazy behind-the-curtain memories and to celebrate and raise money for BC/EFA's COVID-19 Emergency…

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    May 26, 2020

    1h 45m
13. 12

    #12 - Sweet Magnolias (Netflix Original) with Dan Paulson, Norman Buckley & Sherryl Anderson

    I can’t imagine a more perfect show for the world we’re living in right now. The new Netflix TV Series, SWEET MAGNOLIAS, is all about renewal, joy, love and perseverance. Based on the novels by Sherryl Woods, the show about three women who lift each other up as they juggle relationships, family…

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    May 19, 2020

    41m
14. 11

    #11 - Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors (Live: BPN Town Hall)

    To celebrate the premier of the star-studded radio horror comedy play "DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS, Deep Dive Broadway hosted a Live Town Hall Event with cast members Alex Brightman, Ashley Park, James Monroe Iglehart, Rob McClure, Christopher Sieber, Richard Kind, Alan Tudyk, Kathy Fitzgerald,...

    May 13, 2020

    1h 09m
15. 10

    #10 - Kerry Butler, A Triple Threat

    Kerry Butler is a theatrical powerhouse. A triple threat - Actor. Singer. Podcaster! A comic genius, Kerry has created many iconic roles including: Penny Pinkleton in "Hairspray", Clio/Kira in Xanadu, Brenda in "Catch Me If You Can", Marianne in "Disaster!", Betsy Horan/Mrs. Norby/Mrs. George in...

    Apr 12, 2020

    51m
16. 9

    #9 - Come From Away (Live from BroadwayCon 2020)

    Welcome to the Rock! Live from BroadwayCon we ‘Deep Dive’ with the creators, director, choreographer and several original actors from the hit musical COME FROM AWAY. How did this incredibly moving, universal story of hope, generosity and compassion come to life? Creators Irene Sankoff and David...

    Mar 15, 2020

    53m
17. 8

    #8 - THE PROM (Collaborative Team): Barry is going to podcast (Part 2)

    Part 2: The PROM collaborators Bob Martin (Book Writer) and Chad Begulin (Book Writer / Lyrist) share their process of creation on DEEP DIVE BROADWAY. Their priceless insider stories are as clever, whimsical, poignant and unforgettable as their magnificent work. Connect with Dori...

    Feb 24, 2020

    24m
18. 7

    #7 - THE PROM (Collaborative Team): Barry is going to podcast (Part 1)

    Part 1: The PROM collaborators Bob Martin (Book Writer) and Chad Begulin (Book Writer / Lyrist) share their process of creation on DEEP DIVE BROADWAY. Their priceless insider stories are as clever, whimsical, poignant and unforgettable as their magnificent work. Connect with Dori...

    Feb 17, 2020

    24m
19. 6

    #6 - THE PROM (Music Team): I Just Want To Podcast With You (Part 2)

    Dive deep behind-the-curtain with THE PROM's extraordinary music team led by Composer Matthew Sklar, Music Supervisor Mary Mitchell-Campbell and Music Director Meg Zervoulis. The daunting challenges and thrilling breakthroughs faced by PROM's music team on their trek to Broadway is the stuff of...

    Jan 29, 2020

    27m
20. 5

    #5 - THE PROM (Music Team): I Just Want To Podcast With You (Part 1)

    Dive deep behind-the-curtain with THE PROM's extraordinary music team led by Composer Matthew Sklar, Music Supervisor Mary Mitchell-Campbell and Music Director Meg Zervoulis. The daunting challenges and thrilling breakthroughs faced by PROM's music team on their trek to Broadway is the stuff of...

    Jan 23, 2020

    28m
21. 4

    #4 - BEETLEJUICE: The Podcast, The Podcast, The Podcast (Part 2)

    Part 2: How did the Broadway hit BEETLEJUICE come to life? DEEP DIVE BROADWAY goes back in time with Tony-winning Director Alex Timbers, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures EVP Mark Kaufman and Beetlejuice himself, Alex Brightman, to explore the creative evolution of this hauntingly fun, mischievous…

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    Dec 30, 2019

    27m
22. 3

    #3 - BEETLEJUICE: The Podcast, The Podcast, The Podcast (Part 1)

    Part 1: How did the Broadway hit BEETLEJUICE come to life? DEEP DIVE BROADWAY goes back in time with Tony-winning Director Alex Timbers, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures EVP Mark Kaufman and Beetlejuice himself, Alex Brightman, to explore the creative evolution of this hauntingly fun, mischievous…

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    Dec 23, 2019

    31m
23. 2

    #2 - OKLAHOMA!: Oh What A Beautiful Podcast (Part 2)

    Part 2 of the deep dive behind-the-curtain of the 2019 Tony-winning revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA with extraordinary artists from the show including: Director Daniel Fish, star Mary Testa (Aunt Eller), star James Davis (Will Parker), Music Director Nathan Cosci and Producer Eva…

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    Dec 1, 2019

    31m
24. 1

    #1 - OKLAHOMA!: Oh What A Beautiful Podcast (Part 1)

    Part 1 of the deep dive behind-the-curtain of the 2019 Tony-winning revival of Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA with extraordinary artists from the show including: Director Daniel Fish, star Mary Testa (Aunt Eller), star James Davis (Will Parker), Music Director Nathan Cosci and Producer Eva…

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    Dec 1, 2019

    27m