Breaking the Curtain

What a whirlwind week in Broadway news! Join us as we dive into the thrilling SMASH cast announcement, discuss Jeremy Jordan's upcoming departure from  The Great Gatsby , and unpack the Broadway closing announcement for  Back to the Future . We’ll also explore the exciting developments of  13 Going on 30  in the UK and preview the upcoming Broadway performances at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parad...

It's another updates episode! Your Broadway Besties are back to answer your Q&A questions, discuss the latest Broadway news (another Dirty Dancing stage adaptation? Suffs closing?!), controversies, Solea & John joining Moulin Rouge, the shows we're most looking forward to this season, our funny Swept Away story and so much more!

We’re beyond thrilled to be joined by the wonderful Jennie Harney - Fleming who is currently starring as Lil Hardin in A Wonderful World - The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway. We chat with Jennie about the incredible Lil Hardin, the process of tech and previews on Broadway, along with what she hopes audiences take away from A Wonderful World. A Wonderful World - The Louis Armstrong Musical is...

All you dancing queens better put on your go-go boots for this episode because we're joined by Sophie Sheridan herself, Alisa Melendez ! We chat with Alisa all about touring around as Sophie Sheridan in Mamma Mia , the joy this musical brings to so many, who Alisa thinks is Sophie's biological dad, let's hear it for the aunties, our love of Almost Famous the Musical and so much more!

Welcome to Tulsa, 1967! In this episode, we explore the journey of The Outsiders from S.E. Hinton’s groundbreaking novel to its powerful film adaptation, and how its timeless themes inspired a Tony Award Winning Best Musical on Broadway! We discuss the original workshop productions, the La Jolla pre-Broadway run, major changes made from book to stage and more! TW: Dally's death

We're beyond thrilled to be joined by the incredible Caitlin Houlahan, who is currently starring as Rita in Prelude to a Kiss! We chat with Caitlin all about this exciting new production currently playing at Milwaukee Repertory Theater! We also discuss the 'Freaky Friday' element to the musical, her long friendship with 'Prelude' co-star Chris McCarrell, her time in Waitress as Dawn and so much mo...

"Damn the man, save the Empire!" We're thrilled to be joined by Analise Scarpaci to chat all about starring as Debra in Empire Records: The Musical! Empire Records is currently playing at McCarter Theater through October 6th and you absolutely do not want to miss this exciting new musical! Don't forget to check out Analise's new song "Flashbacks" available on Septem...

Welcome to the rock! We're beyond excited for Come From Away to make its return to Toronto on September 22nd! We're joined by company members: Saccha Dennis, Jawon Mapp and Kristen Peace to discuss this beautiful musical making its way back to Toronto, the importance of Come From Away, kissing the cod and so much more! Follow us on social media! ⁠ Instagram ⁠ @breakingthecurtain ⁠ TikTok ⁠...

It's another updates episode! Can you believe it's already September? Get cozy with a pumpkin spice latte and listen as your ‘Broadway Besties’ recap their summer adventures, discuss putting together the Outsiders Interview Series, an exclusive announcement, the upcoming fall Broadway season (‘tis the season of Audra!), the Wicked movie and more! Follow us on social media! Instagram @break...

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Kevin William Paul, who is currently starring as Bob Sheldon in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders! We chat with Kevin about his journey from growing up in Florida to starring in The Outsiders on Broadway, the craziest story to ever grace the podcast, taking on the role of Bob Sheldon, a little T-Swift serenade moment and more!...

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Trevor Wayne, who is currently a Booth Singer and Ponyboy Curtis understudy in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders! We chat with Trevor about his journey to Broadway, the beautiful support from the Outsiders fans, the possibility of bringing his own version of Ham4Ham to the stage door and so much more! Follow us on social media...

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Brent Comer , who is currently starring as Darrel in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders! We chat with Brent about beginning his Outsiders journey as Paul in the La Jolla run to then taking on the role of Darrel for Broadway, meeting the incredible S.E. Hinton, what's really in the 'hamburger mystery surprise' and mo...

In a world where cell phones and social media have become all the rage, the rise of platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have dramatically transformed the way we experience theatre. From the early days of message boards to the rise of theatre influencers, 'parasocial relationships', and TikTok trends, we explore the evolution of the digital impact on Broadway and beyond. So, grab...

Hey Queendom! We're honoured to be joined by our Canadian queen, Maggie Lacasse! Maggie recently wrapped up playing Jane Seymour in the Toronto production of Six the Musical! Maggie chats with us about the transition period following closing a production, the support of the Queendom, her insane audition story (you NEED to hear this!), a special announcement and more!

Welcome to the whirlwind of a week that is Crissy's Big Broadway Adventure! Join Crissy and Jocelyn as they discuss The Notebook, The Outsiders, MJ, Moulin Rouge, cancelled flights and Stage Door etiquette.

We're beyond thrilled to be joined by Cara Ricketts on Breaking the Curtain! Cara is currently playing Hermione in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway! We chat with Cara all about playing this iconic role, our own personal experiences growing up with Harry Potter, the magical aspect of the show and so much more!

We’re beyond thrilled to chat with SarahGrace Mariani , who is currently playing Marcia in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders ! Join us as we chat with SarahGrace about this exciting new musical, our favourite boys: Sergei and Melvin, the incredible support from fans, on-stage mishaps and more!

We're back with another updates episode! Did you miss our theatre ramblings? We sure missed you! On this episode, we discuss the big Tony win for The Outsiders, crying over Jonathan Groff, Aaron Tveit and Jojo ( not Siwa ) returning to the Moulin Rouge, being a 2000s theatre fangirl, The Last Five Years going to Broadway and more!

Mean Girls is returning to Toronto this month and we had the joy of chatting with Alexys Morera who plays the iconic role of Janis in the musical! Mean Girls runs at the Royal Alexandra Theatre from July 30th to August 25th! You don't want to miss this show, it is so fetch!

We’re beyond thrilled to chat with Caden Brauch . Caden is currently touring around North America as everybody’s favourite Future Boy, Marty McFly, in Back to the Future: The Musical! We chat with Caden about playing this iconic role, performing alongside Don Stephenson, life on the road and more!

Take a journey with us through the history of the Tony Awards! We start with Antoinette Perry's vision to celebrate excellence in theatre, and further explore how this prestigious event has evolved over the decades. We reminisce about unforgettable iconic moments, Opening Numbers, discuss the magic of theatre, and reflect on some of the controversies that have sparked important conversations....

We're beyond thrilled to bring you another interview with a cast member from The Notebook! In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talent, Jordan Tyson! Jordan is currently starring in The Notebook as Young Allie. We chat with Jordan about her portrayal of Allie, working with Ingrid Michaelson, on-stage mishaps, the iconic film and more!

We are thrilled to be joined by Gage Thomas of Dog Man: The Musical! Gage chats with BTC about playing Harold & Others, theatre for children, and the importance of PLAY. Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club. Best buds George and Harold have been creating comics for year...

We are thrilled to be joined by  Aaron James McKenzie  to chat all about playing Elijah in the Paper Mill Playhouse production of Gun & Powder! Gun & Powder is a new musical inspired by the true story of Mary and Martha Clarke, African American twin sisters who take extraordinary measures to settle their mother’s sharecropper debt and save her home.    In 1893 Texas, the Sisters Clarke—pas...

We're so thrilled to be joined by Delaney Guyer who is currently starring as Cosette on the National Tour of Les Miserables! We chat with Delaney about portraying the role of Cosette, the show’s lasting legacy, the touring production and bringing it back to Toronto audiences!