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On this episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway," David is joined by Tony Award-nominee Emily Skeggs (Fun Home) to discuss what it was like growing up loving Pocahontas and "Colors of the Wind," and then blasting "Colors of the Wind" backstage at Fun Home with Judy Kuhn. Emily shares her troubling experience going to Walt Disney World as a four year old, but also her "monumental experience" going on Radi...

Broadway's original Dr. Pomatter, Drew Gehling (Waitress, Jersey Boys), joins the podcast to chat with his fellow former Disneyland Cast Member David and together they discuss Drew's incredible performance as The Prince (and The Huntsman at certain performances) in Snow White: An Enchanting New Musical. Drew opens up about his admiration for Sneezy (and David for Dopey), and Drew discusses the aud...

Drama Desk Award-nominee Julia Murney joins David to share her many wonderful stories of going to the Disney Theme Parks--from childhood trips and her memories of the Ticket Books, to celebrating her latest birthdays there. This star of "Wicked," "Lennon," and "The Wild Party" discusses her love of "Star Wars" and visiting Galaxy's Edge, listening to "Barbara Cook: The Disney Album," and an improm...

Recorded LIVE on September 29, 2020. Now is the time to seize the day! Join for a special Newsies Edition of this “Extra Magic Hour” of “E-Ticket to Broadway” as part of the Broadway Podcast Network’s Special Live events. Hosted by David Alpert, original Broadway Cast Members of Newsies Aaron Albano, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Tommy Bracco, Garett Hawe, Kara Lindsay, & Thayne Jasperson joined this live...

Try the Grey stuff, it's delicious! Tony Award-nominee Grey Henson from Broadway's Mean Girls & The Book of Mormon joins the podcast to share his love of "The Goofy Movie," Pixar movies, and the wonderful history of the Disney Parks. Together, Grey & David discuss the important questions, like which Disney character is the most "fetch," what it was like to represent a family at Walt Disney World o...

This is the most practically perfect episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway," as David is joined by Broadway's original Mary Poppins, Ashley Brown! From booking the national tour of On The Record right out of college, to making her Broadway debut as Belle in Beauty in the Beast, to starring as everyone's favorite Nanny, Ashley is a true Disney superstar. Listen as she shares her early memory of going on...

Currently starring in the Tony Award-winning smash hit musical Ain't Too Proud, Jelani Remy joins his friend David to share his Disney journey--from the early days of listening to the cassette tape of "The Lion King" and being terrified of riding Space Mountain, to starring on Broadway in The Lion King and pursuing his goal to play Ray, the Lightning Bug, from "The Princess and The Frog." Listen a...

Tony & Grammy Award-winner Jessie Mueller (Waitress, Beautiful, Carousel) joins David on this episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway" to discuss her love of Disney films and taking lots of pictures at the parks. Together they play "Lulu's Disney Pies" and create Jessie's ideal day at Walt Disney World. Will Jessie someday get a job creating merchandise for the Parks? Design a Mary Poppins-themed Dark Ri...

Broadway's own Tarzan himself, Josh Strickland shares his Disney journey from never getting a Mickey balloon at Walt Disney World, to singing with his BFF Ashley Brown at EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts. Listen as Josh discusses his love of Merryweather, Donald Duck & Corn Dogs; and how his journey playing Tarzan evolved from Broadway to Germany. He and David chat the International Disn...

Recorded LIVE on August 21, 2020, "E-Ticket to Broadway," in special collaboration with “Mamas Talkin’ Loud” as part of the Broadway Podcast Network’s Special Live events, the show featured some wonderful Broadway Mamas and DIY Disney Experts to inspire the viewers to create some Homemade Family Magic. Hosted by David Alpert, Cara Cooper, and Jessica Rush, the special guests included Tony Award-wi...

Tony Award-nominee Keala Settle joins the podcast to reveal her absolute love of Disneyland, and how going on the Matterhorn beautifully made her cry. Listen as the star of "The Greatest Showman," "Waitress," "Les Miserables," and "Rent: Live" shares what it was like to sing for a room full of Disney legends, plays "This is Me: Disney Parks Edition," and sings a selection from "Make Mine Music." T...

It's a family celebration on this episode of "E-Ticket to Broadway!" Broadway's Power Couple Eric Anderson (Waitress, Kinky Boots, Pretty Woman, "The Greatest Showman") & Jessica Rush (Gypsy, Jersey Boys, Dear Evan Hansen, Tina) both got their start working at the Disney Parks (Disneyland for Eric, Walt Disney World for Jessica) and now find themselves there as often as possible with their young d...

It may as well be Tuesday, because it's GUEST DAY on "E-Ticket to Broadway" with Mousketeer & Broadway Star Deedee Magno Hall! Tune in as Mickey Mouse Club Member Deedee ('Pearl' in Cartoon Network's "Steven Universe," Miss Saigon, Wicked, If/Then, "Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit") shares what it was like being a young star on the Disney Channel, her journey as the original Jasmine in "Disney's A...

Recorded LIVE on July 30, 2020, "E-Ticket to Broadway" had its second "Extra Magic Hour," a Best Friends Edition! To celebrate the International Day of Friendship, these Broadway Besties shared their love of friendship and the Disney Parks. Hosted by David Alpert, the guests included Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins), Jessie Mueller (Waitress, Beautiful), Jessica Rush (Tina, Jersey Boys, Dear Evan Hanse...

The Disney Queen herself, Idina Menzel ("Frozen," Wicked, Rent) chats with her pal David about her earliest memories of going to the Disney Parks, bringing her son to meet Mickey Mouse, and what it's been like becoming such a strong voice in the Disney World. Listen as Idina discusses meeting Elsa in the Parks, plays "Elsa or Elphie," and giggles with David about all things Disney and their friend...

Michael James Scott has been a Disney star his whole life--from appearing in an EPCOT commercial at the age of 11; to performing in shows and parades at Walt Disney World as a young adult; to starring as the Genie in Aladdin on Broadway, on the North American Tour, on the West End, and in Australia. Listen as Michael dreams up his own Disney cabaret, plays "A Whole New Disney World," and shares hi...

Recorded LIVE on July 14, 2020, "E-Ticket to Broadway" had its first ever "Extra Magic Hour!" Host David Alpert was joined by Broadway stars and podcast guests Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen) & Olivier Award-winner Lesli Margherita (Matilda) to chat Disney Parks, play "Disney Password" & "The 'Newlywed' Game," and celebrate Disneyland's 65th Birthday. They were joined by Broadway producer...

Miss Jenn, Portia, June, & Glinda: the sparkling dynamite that is Kate Reinders, star of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" on Disney Plus, chats with her childhood friend David about her Walt Disney World wedding, plays "We're All In This Together: Disney Edition," shares her Disney Princess dreams, and channels her inner Glynis Johns. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Kate's In...

Broadway's own A. Ham, Miguel Cervantes, shares his early memories of going to Walt Disney World as a kid, and Disneyland as an adult. Does Miguel think that Hamilton should be represented in the Parks? Listen to find out! Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Miguel's Instagram: @mig.cervantes David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Po...

Broadway star, Olivier Award-winner, & Disney/Star Wars/Muppets-aficionado Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea) joins the podcast to chat with pal David and play "Yes Queen." Be prepared for a lot of giggling.  Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Lesli's Instagram: @queenlesli David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadway Podcast Networ...

“Magical, with Eden Espinosa.” As you listen to this episode, be sure to count just how many times Eden (Wicked, “Tangled the Series”) and David say the word ‘magical,’ as they discuss Eden’s incredible Disney and Broadway career. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Eden's Instagram: @edenespinosa David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcast.com Part of the Broadw...

Andrew Barth Feldman is best known for loving Figment, the Haunted Mansion, and for making his Broadway debut at the age of 16 in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen. Caution: this episode includes strong opinions of Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Andrew's Instagram: @andrewbfeldman_ David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticketpodcas...

Oh, isn’t this amazing? Tony-nominee Susan Egan (Beauty and the Beast, “Steven Universe") joins David to chat about the magic of Disney—from growing up in Disneyland’s backyard, to creating Belle on Broadway, to giving voice to Meg in “Hercules!” Susan is a true Disney legend, and shares her absolute joy of the Disney Parks. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway Susan's Instagram: @iamsusanegan...

Put on those mouse ears, and welcome to ‘E-Ticket to Broadway!’ In this brief ‘overture’ episode, recorded in April of 2020, host and creator David Alpert shares the reasons behind the creation of this podcast, as well as introducing himself to you, the listeners! Are you ready for Rope Drop? Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway David's Instagram: @directedbydavidalpert Learn more at www.eticke...