The Roundtable with Robert Bannon

The celebration continues on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon as we bring you Part 2 of our Kids & Family Emmy Awards coverage — this time straight from the Winners Circle! After chatting with stars all along the red carpet, we caught up with the newly crowned Emmy winners moments after they stepped off the stage at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards in New York City. It was a night celebrating...

The Roundtable with Robert Bannon was on the red carpet at the Children's & Family Emmy Awards bringing you chats with some of the biggest names in kids and family entertainment. From beloved educator Ms. Rachel to fan favorites like Yvette Nicole Brown, Ana Gasteyer, and Tabitha Brown, the carpet was full of stars celebrating storytelling that inspires families around the world. We also caught up...

Actor Alex Koltchak and director Michael Sladek join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss their deeply moving project Bent Through Glass. The powerful work tells the story of a father navigating the devastating loss of his daughter to suicide, sharing an honest chronicle of grief, family, and healing. Through memories of his daughter Parker and the journey of his surviving family, the piec...

Broadway’s brightest gathered for the press day of THE BALUSTERS, and The Roundtable was in the room with the all-star cast and creatives behind this highly anticipated production. With a lineup featuring Marylouise Burke, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Margaret Colin, Kayli Carter, Ricardo Chavira, Michael Esper, Maria-Christina Oliveras, Richard Thomas, and Jeena Yi, the room was already electric — and t...

Director David Maler and star Angela Cano join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about their award-winning film ZUMECA, a sweeping cinematic story exploring identity, culture, and connection at the dawn of the Americas. The Dominican production tells a powerful pre-colonial love story between a Spanish conquistador and a Taíno woman, exploring themes of heritage, spirituality, and the coll...

Jason Haaf and Scooter LaForge join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss their bold new queer art novel WASTELAND — a boundary-breaking collaboration that redefines storytelling through visual art, poetry, and raw emotional expression. Born from an organic creative partnership, the book blends painting, prose, collage, and personal reflection into an immersive experience exploring queer in...

Composer and lyricist Adam Gwon and Broadway powerhouse Elizabeth Stanley join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to celebrate the moving new musical All The World’s A Stage. From the inspiration behind the show to the emotional themes of identity, connection, and courage, this conversation explores how theatre reflects our world and helps audiences see themselves on stage. The musical follows a sm...

GRAMMY Award-winning gospel powerhouse Jekalyn Carr joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to celebrate her powerful new project Jekalyn X The Legends, a dynamic album honoring the iconic voices and trailblazers who shaped gospel music. Known for her electrifying vocals, bold faith, and commanding stage presence, Jekalyn shares the heart behind this tribute project, what it means to carry the tor...

Carey Sharpe joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her thrilling new project Blood/Love, now playing in New York City! A true multi-hyphenate, Carey not only stars in the production but also co-wrote this bold, stylized piece that blends passion, drama, and a deliciously dark sense of theatricality. We dive into the inspiration behind the work, the creative process of building a sh...

Rising star Nolan White joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his incredible journey to playing Ponyboy in the hit musical The Outsiders. From growing up in Nashville to studying at the University of Michigan and stepping into one of theater’s most iconic roles, Nolan shares the path that led him to the national tour of Broadway’s smash production. We talk about the emotional power...

Broadway’s most anticipated new musical of the season is coming — and The Lost Boys is already creating major buzz. Stars Benjamin Pajak, Jennifer Duka, and Miguel Gil join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a special preview conversation about bringing the legendary story to the Broadway stage. From the excitement surrounding the production to what makes this new musical experience unlike anyt...

Producer Layton Lillias joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about bringing the magic of Dr. Seuss to life with The Cat in the Hat LIVE! — the theatrical experience touring across the country and stopping in Detroit at the iconic Fox Theatre. Layton shares what it takes to translate a beloved children’s classic from page to stage, the creative vision behind the production, and how this...

Musical theatre composer and lyricist Will Larche joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his bold new album Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows, a collection celebrating songs from obscure downtown indie musicals that once thrived in New York’s East Village scene. Featuring powerhouse performers like Tony nominees Beth Malone and Emily Skinner, the album revives quirky, subv...

The Roundtable with Robert Bannon honors Black History Month with a powerful “Best Of” celebration highlighting unforgettable conversations with some of today’s most influential voices shaping culture, entertainment, and leadership. This special features incredible moments with Cory Booker, Jasmine Crockett, Luenell, Sherri Shepherd, Ledisi, Tamela Mann, Faith Evans, Kelly Price, Taraji P. Henson,...

Filmmaker Raven Deshay Carter joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her bold and haunting feature film Noseeums, a gripping social horror story blending supernatural chills with powerful themes of identity, history, and justice. Carter shares the inspiration behind the film’s story, which explores the legacy of stolen Black land, generational trauma, and the search for connection t...

Broadway legend and award-winning performer Obba Babatundé returns to The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his powerful new projects Love the Skin You’re In and Ruby’s Heart, both featured at the Pan African Film Festival. We discuss the inspiration behind these bold films exploring sisterhood, community, and self-discovery, the importance of meaningful storytelling, and why these proje...

Acclaimed performers Patrice Johnson Chevannes and Natalie Paul join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about their powerful new Off-Broadway production The Waterfall at WP Theater. The world-premiere play explores generational divides, family expectations, womanhood, and the search for identity through an intimate and emotional mother-daughter story. The two stars share what makes this dee...

Brazilian filmmaker Thales Banzai joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss his powerful and visually striking film Tony Odyssey. The surreal and thought-provoking movie follows a dreamlike journey that blends reality, identity, and spirituality while exploring the human experience through a uniquely Brazilian lens. Thales shares the inspiration behind the film, his artistic vision as a d...

Writer Karin Abarbanel and director Rhonda PASSION Hansome join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about their exciting work on Dust of Egypt. The conversation explores their creative partnership, the inspiration behind the project, and the deeper theme that drive their storytelling. This show tells the story of Soujourner Truth that many do not know. Robert dives into their artistic journe...

Tony Award winner Miriam Silverman and the brilliant Hamish Linklater join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk their gripping new project The Disappear — and what unfolds is one of our most fun, lively, and surprising conversations yet. From the creative process to the intensity of the work, the pair dive into the story behind the project, their approach to performance, and the magic of coll...

Thomas Sadoski joins The Roundtable to talk about his upcoming charity reading of Tracy Letts’ work benefiting Circle in the Square and why supporting the theater community remains so important to him. A powerhouse performer across stage and screen, Thomas reflects on his lifelong connection to live theater, the magic of storytelling, and the passion that continues to drive his work both on and of...

This Valentine’s Week, we celebrate love with a true icon. The legendary Engelbert Humperdinck joins The Roundtable as he turns 90 — and proves romance never goes out of style. With timeless classics like “Release Me” and “After the Lovin’,” brand new music, and a worldwide tour that includes a stop right here in Detroit, Engelbert reminds us why his voice has been the soundtrack to love stories f...

The man behind the mic of The Price Is Right Live joins The Roundtable! Host Todd Newton brings the energy, the stories, and the inside scoop on what it’s really like to travel the country bringing one of America’s most beloved game shows to life on stage. From audience reactions to unforgettable “Come on down!” moments, Todd shares what makes the live version such an electric experience for fans...

Erica Dasher joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her latest project, The Burbs, and what drew her to this new chapter in her career. From stepping into the world of the show to exploring its heart, humor, and sense of community, Erica shares why The Burbs resonated with her and what makes the story feel especially relevant right now. In this conversation, we go beyond the screen...

Nana Ponceleon stops by The Roundtable to talk about her powerful role in Clika, a film centered on music, identity, and the pull between ambition and family. Nana plays Mari, the devoted mother at the heart of the story, grounding the film with warmth, resilience, and hard-earned wisdom. We dive into how Clika reflects real cultural experiences, the rise of corridos tumbados, and why this story f...