Martín Acuña & Broadway Podcast Network

Backstage Talk

Arts EN ↓ 168 episodes

Backstage Talk, hosted by Colombian performing artist Martín Acuña, features the voices of those entertainment professionals who are backstage, not under the spotlight. We amplify those who create the shows we love: ensemble and company performers, producers, teachers, writers, stage managers, directors, and more, while also trying to bridge the gap between Colombia’s Musical Theatre Industry and Broadway. Made by someone who lives and breathes Musical Theatre, this podcast untangles what someone needs and what it takes to get to Broadway. Instagram: @backstagetalkpod

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Martín Acuña & Broadway Podcast Network

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Arts

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www.themartinacuna.com

Latest episode

Dec 16, 2025

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Episodes

Episode #12: Sharon Fallon 07.01.2021

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 her...

Episode #11: Trent Soyster 17.12.2020

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...

Episode #10: Jessy & Steve Tomsko - Creators of 'Boleyn, The Musical' 10.12.2020

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 kno...

Episode #9: Alexandria Bellivan 03.12.2020

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 #TheCr...

Episode #8: Sam Leicht 26.11.2020

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...

Episode #7: Anna Robb 19.11.2020

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 whol...

Episode #6: Dylan Kaplan 12.11.2020

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...

Episode #5: Jane Bruce 05.11.2020

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: http...

Episodio #4: Juan Caballer - Español 23.03.2020

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...

Episode #4: Juan Caballer - English 19.03.2020

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...

Episodio #3: Jeremiah Mitchell - Español 14.03.2020

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:...

Episode #3: Jeremiah Mitchell - English 12.03.2020

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...

Episodio #2: Un Buen Día en el Vecindario - Español 05.03.2020

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/2PNR01U Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2TGHzCa También, dejo mis redes sociales por si quieren c...

Episode #2: A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood - English 27.02.2020

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 (Twitt...

Episodio #1: Bienvenidos al Moulin Rouge! - Español 20.02.2020

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/2vO...

Episode #1: Welcome to the Moulin Rouge! - English 20.02.2020

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://ap...

Episodio #0: Presentándome - Español 14.02.2020

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

Episode #0: Introducing Me - English 10.02.2020

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...

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