From B.A. to Broadway

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 1984 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, La Cage aux Folles! This  Broadway musical created in the 80's by 3 openly gay men is a love letter to the queer community and is continuing to live on in the current City Center Encore's performance! It serves as a reminder to always be loud and proud! Support the show Host/ Producti...

In this week's mini-sode, we welcome you to the renaissance as we shine the spotlight on the Broadway musical "Something Rotten"! This musical comedy has a big cast of characters, some good rep material, and is chock-full of fun references to all your favorite musicals! It is truly an ode to Broadway! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman...

In Episode 107, Brennan is joined by San Francisco-based writer/ director/ standup comedian/ etc., Nova Bradford, as they discuss the Bay Area art scene, fringe theatre, and the creation of "Luigi: The Musical"! Taking risks is the name of the game in this business, but it's also the best way to create some real, gritty, meaningful art that can actually make a difference in the worl...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on this year's 79th Annual Tony Awards! In our annual post-Tony's episode we are giving you the breakdown of all performances, awards, and general goings on at this year's awards ceremony! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Inst...

In Episode 106, Brennan is joined by LA actor James Tolbert, as they discuss the discovery of MT BFA culture, the decision to transition from NYC to LA, and the desire and benefits of being a true multi-hyphenate! In a world of shiny, commercialized art-media, you gotta stay true to yourself and chase those ventures that truly make your heart happy! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Bren...

In Episode 105, Brennan is joined by Broadway’s Ben Jackson Walker, as they talk about the dangers of perfectionism, and how your own harshest critic is often yourself! While having standards for yourself is important, the need for perfection is often actually just the fear of failure! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsith...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on a beloved Broadway musical: The Rocky Horror Show . THE cult-classic of cult-classics, this show has become a ritualistic experience around the world and has accrued a diverse fandom of all ages, genders, sexualities, etc. There are many ways to experience The Rocky Horror Show these days, but it all started on the stage! Support the s...

Content Advisory: The following episode contains conversations surrounding topics that may be triggering, such as eating disorders and suicide. In Episode 104, Brennan is joined by NYC-based performer and founder of the Broadway Mental Health Foundation, Emerson Valentina, as they discuss the hazards of some "traditional" musical theatre/ dance education, and the importance of creating p...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on a lesser known, sci-fi Broadway musical, Starmites.  This niche, superhero/ space adventure/ boyband musical is camp to the max, and a whole lot of fun! So, let's show it some love! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram, Threads...

In Episode 103, Brennan is joined by NYC actor, Cambria Klein, as they mourn the soon to be death of the EMC program and try to figure out what the heck they're gonna do now! The decision is a very complex one to make and there are 1 million factors to take into consideration. However at the end of the day, it’s a decision only you can make for yourself, so you gotta trust your heart! Support...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit JRB musical, The Last 5 Years ! With the current concert production flooding everyone's feed, tons of people are being exposed to this 2 person show, and it sure is a good one to know! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagr...

In Episode 102, Brennan is joined by NY actor and podcaster, Erica Ito, as they talk about lowering the stakes of school, embracing cringe, and her journey of joining the tour of Wicked! They also touch on developing the skill (and yes it is a skill) of not caring so much about certain things in order to keep your eyes on the true goal! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik...

In Episode 101, Brennan is once again joined by Broadway’s Michael Ivan Carrier, as they talk about all the amazing things Michael has been up to since the last time they were on our show! From their first co-star on tv, to stepping into a principal role full time on Broadway, it’s been a busy couple years!  Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical Xanadu ! This movie to stage musical is a fun cult classic filled with roller skates, fake Australian accents, Greek mythology, and more! If that doesn't check all the boxes, then I don't know what does!! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jor...

In our very special 100th episode, Brennan is joined by Tony Award winner and Broadway legend, Beth Leavel as they discuss the relationship of discipline and passion for the craft, as well as the balance one must have between work and life in order to truly find success! Beth is well known for being not only an incredible talent, but also just an incredible person, and after listening to this epis...

In Episode 99, Brennan is joined by Senior Theatre/TV/Film Agent from Take 3 Talent, Michele Cavallero, as they break down the agent/actor relationship and address all the responsibilities that come along with it! A lot of folks believe the misconception that having an agent will solve all their problems and remove so much of their responsibilities, but there is so much teamwork that goes into mak...

In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Twelfth Night- inspired, Elvis Presley jukebox musical "All Shook Up"! Yeah, you heard that right! A Broadway musical inspired by a Shakespeare play, set to the tunes of Elvis Presley! What more could you ask for?? Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design:...

In Episode 98, Brennan is joined by the creator of "Meet the Robinsons the Unofficial Concept Album", Elijah Zurek, as the two of them discuss bravery, confidence, tenacity, and the sheer need to just keep moving forward! You know when you sign up for a career in this industry that it is going to be hard, but sometimes you just need to say "This is going to be successful" and d...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Disney's Frozen the Musical. Perhaps one of Disney's most well known franchise, the stage adaptation took on a different lens to cater more towards an adult audience. The life of the show on Broadway was cut short by the pandemic, but the production is still going strong in the regional market across the US! Support the show...

In Episode 97, Brennan is joined by Broadways Claybourne Elder, as they talk about his journey studying theatre in several countries, nearly quitting the industry, and how to maintain your self identity amidst the highest high and the lowest low! It's so important that we ground ourselves in life so that we can celebrate the highs, and then when they dissipate the lows don't feel as hard...

In this first mini-sode of year 3, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels". While we did spend a quarter of this episode talking about the Traitors, we promise this is a great show to know, especially for all our character actors out there!! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vong...

In Episode 96, Brennan is once again joined by actor and now casting assistant, Sarah Hogewood, as they talk about TYA, the fear of cringe, the idea of "play", and the ways being on the casting side of the process has influenced how she approaches the acting side now!  Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @bato...

In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Sister Act the Musical! From screen to stage, this show is a delightful mix of habits and shenanigans that has made it the classic it is today! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok Patreon.com/bat...

In Episode 95, Brennan is joined by actor/ fellow audition monitor, Kevin Herrera, as they talk about audition season and all of the common questions/ situations they experience! The audition process can be very daunting and scary, but above all else, they want you to know that they are there to help! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design:...

In this week's mini-sode, we're shining the spotlight on one of the most iconic Broadway musicals, "The Phantom of the Opera"! Obviously everyone has heard of this show, and there is good reason as to why it's the longest running production in Broadway history! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsith...