Episodes
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Episode #42 - TRISTEN BUETTEL I Just In Time
Our guest today is the talented Tristen Buettel, who is currently starring in Just In Time on Broadway. Her professional career began with Bye Bye Birdie at Goodspeed Opera House, followed by the national tour of Jersey Boys. In 2023, she made her Broadway debut in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Bad...
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Episode #41 - TYRONE HUNTLEY I Jesus Christ Superstar
Our guest today is the talented Tyrone Huntley, who made his West End debut more than a decade ago in The Book of Mormon. Since then, Tyrone has been part of some of the most iconic musical theatre shows - from dancing his way through Hello, Dolly! alongside West End legends to his powerful...
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Episode #40 - DAVID HARRIS I Moulin Rouge
Our guest today is the brilliant David Harris, who is currently commanding the stage as The Duke in Moulin Rouge! On Broadway. Originally from Australia, David has built an impressive career playing some of musical theatre’s most iconic leading roles. His extensive resume includes Miss Saigon,...
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Episode #39 - LAUREN BUCHNER I Broadway Investor, Every Brilliant Thing & Two Strangers Carry A Cake Across New York
Our guest today is Lauren Buchner, a theatre lover whose path into the industry is as unconventional as it is inspiring. By day, she works in corporate America - but over the past year, she’s become a Broadway investor, proving that there’s no single way to be part of this industry. Lauren is an...
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Episode #38 - CAREY RENEE SHARPE I Blood/Love
Our guest today is the multi-talented Carey Renee Sharpe, who recently made her Off-Broadway debut in Blood/Love - a vampire pop opera that she wrote and performed in. Set within a nightclub called The Crimson, the musical follows her search for meaning beyond immortality when she encounters a...
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Episode #37 - JESSICA LEE GOLDYN I Gotta Dance, Moulin Rouge, A Chorus Line
Our guest today is the remarkable Jessica Lee Goldyn. Currently staring in Gotta Dance, her illustrious career includes some of Broadway’s most iconic productions. From her star-making turn in A Chorus Line, to performances in shows like Hello, Dolly!, Finding Neverland and Moulin Rouge…
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Episode #36 - SARAH MEAHL I Chess on Broadway
Our guest today is the brilliant Sarah Meahl. She is currently starring in Chess on Broadway and brings with her a career that spans Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, the silver screen, and beyond. In addition to her work on stage, Sarah is also a highly sought-after dance teacher in New...
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Episode #35 - ARIANNA ROSARIO I Moulin Rouge
Our guest today is the incredible Arianna Rosario, who’s currently dazzling audiences as Satine in Moulin Rouge. After first stepping into this leading role on the national tour, she has now made history as the first Latina since KO to play Satine on Broadway. Join us as we talk all about her...
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Episode #34 - VIVIAN PANKA I Mean Girls
Our guest today is the talented Vivian Panka, who is currently playing Regina George in the UK & Ireland tour of Mean Girls. She previously starred as Alana Beck in the UK Tour of Dear Evan Hansen, brought razor-sharp bite to Heather Duke in Heathers, and toured the country as Judy Bernly in 9 to…
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Episode #33 - SOPHIE CARMEN-JONES I Chicago, Moulin Rouge
Our guest today is the delightful Sophie Carmen-Jones, who played Nini in the original London cast of Moulin Rouge before bringing that same performance to Broadway. She is currently commanding the stage as Velma Kelly in Broadway’s Chicago - a role that, as it turns out, has been on her bucket...
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Re-introducing Goodversations
Goodversations is evolving. While celebrating all things theatre remains at the core of what we do, for the first time in 7 years, we are opening the door to other creatives from different areas of the entertainment world. In addition to your favorite theatre makers, we'll also be chatting with...
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Episode #32 - KHORI MICHELLE PETINAUD I Chicago, Moulin Rouge, Aladdin
Join me and today's guest Khori Michelle Petinaud (Aladdin, Moulin Rouge!, Dancin, Chicago) as we talk through her illustrious resume, discuss industry changes she hopes to see in the future, and of course chat all things Chicago. ______ Follow Khori on Instagram: @kmr8787 Follow Goodversations…
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Episode #31 - AMANDA JANE COOPER | Wicked
Join me and today's guest Amanda Jane Cooper as we talk all about starring as Broadway's 15th Anniversary Glinda in Wicked, getting married in a virtual ceremony during the pandemic and finding wonder in the everyday. ______ Follow Amanda on Instagram: @amandajanecoop Follow Goodversations on...
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Episode #30 - NATALIE PARIS | Six the Musical
Join me and today's guest Natalie Paris as we talk all about her iconic portrayal of Jane Seymour in Six the Musical, growing up in the spotlight and getting crafty during quarantine. ______ Follow Natalie on Instagram: @nataliemayparis Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations
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Episode #29 - ALLYSON AVA-BROWN | Hamilton, Les Miserables
Join me and today's guest Allyson Ava-Brown as we talk all about West End's smash hit musical Hamilton, the power of inspiration and bond over being introverts in a traditionally extroverted industry. ______ Follow Allyson on Instagram: @allysonavabrown Follow Goodversations on Instagram:...
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Episode #28 - MEGAN HILTY | Wicked, Smash, 9 to 5
Join me and today's guest Megan Hilty as we talk all about her most celebrated performances on stage and screen, her career philosophy and the lessons learnt along the way. ______ Follow Megan on Instagram: @meganhilty Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations
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Episode #27 - MAIYA QUANSAH-BREED | Six the Musical, RENT
Join me and today's guest Maiya Quansah-Breed as we talk all about Six the Musical, performing at the Oliviers and look back at the wild ride that was 2020. ______ Follow Maiya on Instagram: @maiyaqb Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations
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Episode #26 - PAUL WILKINS | Hair the Musical, Les Miserables
Join me and today's guest Paul Wilkins as we talk all about Hair the Musical, exploring his creativity on his own terms through producing and being a teaching artist, and how his perception of what it means to be a leading actor in a show has changed over the years. ______ Follow Paul on…
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Episode #25 - CASSIDY JANSON | &Juliet the Musical
Join me and today's guest Cassidy Janson as we talk all about &Juliet the Musical, her dream Olivier Awards opening number and how she is navigating the current situation around us. ______ Follow Cassidy on Instagram: @CassidyJanson Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations
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Episode #24 - KATIE ARNSTEIN | It's A Girl! Trilogy (ft. ThriftyTheatreLondon)
Join me and Sarah from ThriftyTheatreLondon for this very special interview with actress and playwright Katie Arnstein as we chat all about her trilogy of one-woman plays, overcoming imposter syndrome and her love for all things fringe theatre. ______ Follow Katie on Twitter: @katiearnstein…
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Episode #23 - STEPH PARRY | Mamma Mia! The Party
Join me and today's guest Steph Parry as we talk all about Mamma Mia! The Party, making bold choices and that time she saved the day at Mamma Mia while being a standby in 42nd Street on the West End. ______ Follow Steph on Instagram: @thatstephparry Follow Goodversations on Instagram:...
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Episode #22 - MARCUS HARMAN | Dear Evan Hansen
Join me and today's guest Marcus Harman as we talk all about Dear Evan Hansen, being vulnerable on stage and embracing the idea of 'failing forward'. ______ Follow Marcus on Instagram: @marcus.harman Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations
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Episode #21 - GAVIN CREEL | Waitress
Join me and today's guest - Olivier and Tony Award winning actor Gavin Creel - as we talk all about his experience of playing Dr. Pomatter opposite Sara Bareilles in Waitress, being an introverted extrovert and how his definition of success has changed over the years. Plus, hear us geek out about...
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Episode #20 - TAMARA MCKOY - PATTERSON | Jack and the Beanstalk
Join me and today’s guest Tamara McKoy-Patterson as we talk all about Theatre Peckham's new Christmas panto, Jack and the Beanstalk! Hear us discuss her role in the show, doing panto vs. a regular musical, sharing the stage with 24 children and so much more. ____ Connect with Tamara on Instagram:...
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Episode #19 - TARIK FRIMPONG | Aladdin, Mary Poppins Returns
Join me and today’s guest Tarik Frimpong (Mary Poppins Returns, Aladdin, The Lion King) as we talk all about his experience being part of these amazing stage and screen projects! Plus, hear us talk about performance anxiety, making bold choices, his experience moving across the world to pursue…
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Episode #18 - DESI OAKLEY | Waitress, Wicked, Chicago the Musical
Join me and today’s guest Desi Oakley as she walks us through her impressive Broadway resume which includes roles in fan favourite musicals such as Wicked, Chicago and Waitress on tour. Plus, hear Desi talk about discovering "her" Jenna, tapping into her own creativity as a singer-songwriter and...
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Episode #17 - NICHOLAS PODANY | Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Join me and today’s guest Nicholas Podany as we talk all about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway! Plus, hear Nicholas share embarrassing audition stories, talk about near death experiences (he's had two!) and discuss the relationship between creativity and courage. ____ Connect with...
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Episode #16 - SARAH O'CONNOR | Waitress
Join me and today’s guest Sarah O'Connor as we talk all about Waitress, making her Jenna debut and the magic recipe behind the sweetest show on the West End. Plus, hear Sarah answer YOUR burning questions! ____ Connect with Sarah on Instagram: @sarah_c_oconnor Follow Goodversations on Instagram:...
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Episode #15 - CARLY MERCEDES DYER | The View UpStairs
Join me and today’s guest Carly Mercedes Dyer as we look back on this year's hottest new musical The View UpStairs and hear Carly share funny stories from backstage. ____ Connect with Carly on Instagram: @carlymdyer Follow Goodversations on Instagram: @goodversations ____ Check out the original...
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Episode #14 - NATALIE GREEN | Hair the Musical
Join me and today’s guest Natalie Green as we talk all about Hair the Musical, touring nationwide with the tribe and that one time when the cast did a performance of Hair in front of 200 - naked! - audience members. ______ Connect with Natalie on Twitter: @nat_green Follow Goodversations on...
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Episode #13 - IOANNA KIMBOOK | Bitter Wheat
Join me and today’s guest Ioanna Kimbook as we talk all about Bitter Wheat which is considered to be one of this year’s most divisive new plays on the West End, her once-in-a-lifetime audition experience for this project and making her West End debut straight out of acting school. ______ Connect...
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Episode #12 - ALEX GIVEN | The Book of Mormon
Join me and today’s guest Alex Given as we talk all about The Book of Mormon, how taking a leap of faith lead him to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and the key differences between performing in Australia and on the West End. ______ Connect with Alex on Instagram and Twitter: @alexgiven &...
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Episode #11 - DINO FETSCHER | Torch Song
Join me and today’s guest Dino Fetscher as we talk all about Torch Song and the importance of bringing more LGBTQ focused theatre shows to modern audiences. Plus, listen to Dino talk about his own experiences being an openly gay actor, doing the things that scare him and the best advice he has…
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BONUS EPISODE #2: JANE JOURDAN | Fit for Broadway
Join me and today’s guest Jane Jourdan (founder and CEO, Fit for Broadway®) as we talk all about merging her passion for fitness and the arts into a global brand, finding her unique purpose and the innovative ways in which Jane is bridging the gap between theatre industry professionals and...
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BONUS EPISODE: MAX VERNON | The View UpStairs
BONUS EPISODE ALERT! Join me and today’s guest Max Vernon (book, music and lyrics - The View Upstairs) as we talk all about bringing his off-Broadway musical to London, being a queer creative in the theatre industry and the unique challenges when writing a show based on a forgotten piece of LGBTQ...
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Episode #10 - SHARON ROSE | Motown, Caroline or Change, Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
The delightful Sharon Rose (Motown, Beautiful - The Carole King Musical) is our guest this week! 🎙✨ Listen to us chat about cultural influences, being an introvert in a traditionally extroverted industry and how unlocking your authentic self can lead to incredible opportunities both on stage and...
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Episode #9 - ELEANOR SHAW | The Great Gatsby
The incomparable Eleanor Shaw (The Great Gatsby) is our guest this week! 🎙✨ Listen to us chat about the unique challenges that acting in an immersive production entails, transforming self-doubt into fearlessness, and why putting audiences at the heart of the story is the future of live theatre.
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Episode #8 - EDDIE GREY | The Book of Mormon AU + US Tour
The brilliant Eddie Grey (The Book of Mormon AU & US Tour, Wicked) is our guest this week! 🎙✨ Click play and listen to us chat about the difference between performing in the US versus in Australia, finding courage to create your own opportunities, the ways in which directing has influenced his...
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Episode #7 - MID-SEASON CHECK IN & THANK YOU! l Goodversations
Hi guys and thank you all so much for tuning in! I thought to do things a little bit differently this week and to record a solo episode just to check in with you all and to reflect on the biggest learnings and wow moments from the last couple of months of working on Goodversations. I am SO…
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Episode #6 - HENRY GOTTFRIED | Waitress
The superbly talented Henry Gottfried is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about his passion for directing, the joys and difficulties of living on a Broadway schedule and traveling 35 countries with one of the world's best known collegiate a cappella groups.
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Episode #5 - GRACE MOUAT | Six the Musical
The marvellous Grace Mouat is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about all things Six the Musical, working with your idols and why we should all be using social media to cultivate positivity and acceptance. Follow us on Instagram @goodversations to be the first one to know when a new episode...
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Episode #4 - MADDIE HOPE COELHO | Rocky Horror Show UK Tour
The effervescent Maddie Hope Coelho is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about what it means to be a swing covering 5 different roles in a touring production, the truth about living out of suitcases and why you're never too fancy to be kind to fans at stage door because it really does go a...
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Episode #3 - NICK BARASCH | She Loves Me, Big River
The incredibly talented Nick Barasch is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about his experience growing up on Broadway, the joys and hardships of navigating 8-show weeks while still in high school and why his fake-prom was SO much better than the real one.
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Episode #2 - KRISTEN KELLY | Broadway Talks Back
The lovely Kristen Kelly is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about Kristen's experience of building her own brand at the age of 21, the practicalities of getting Broadway's biggest names on board with her project and why being a fan can really go a long way.
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Episode #1 - MATTHEW RANKCOM | Perfectly Ordinary Musical
The superbly talented Matthew Rankcom is our guest this week! Listen to us chat about the unbelievable real life encounter that inspired him to develop an original musical, the many joys (and difficulties!) of starting out in the theatre industry, and so much more.
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