From B.A. to Broadway

In Episode 80, Brennan is joined by his fellow Gilded Age footman, Chris Jehnert, as they talk about his experience performing in theme parks, movies, and his boy band cover band "Larger Than Life"! However, be warned: 40% of the episode is just them laughing at themselves! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Tony Award- Winning Best Musical "The Outsiders"! With a new, innovative twist on the turf war- genre, this show has a gained a massive following, and for good reason! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram,...

In Episode 79, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Sonya Balsara as they chat about her childhood in the Bay Area, and all that led to her current palace in Agrabah! Her journey to being to a Disney Princess was an interesting one, and you're gonna want to hear all about it! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @ba...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight of Broadway's hit musical: "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying"! With many a revival, and many a big-name star, this show is another great addition to your Musical Theatre dictionary! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadwa...

In Episode 78, Brennan is joined by NYC-based performer Gian Raffaele DiCostanzo as they talk about his beginnings in the world of theatre, being a part of the Jersey Boys circuit, and the balance between being a good and friendly collaborator without being a pushover! Also, it turns out the two of them are literally related! Wow! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music:...

In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music". This Broadway classic is a fun, charming time with some good audition book material, so make sure to give this one a listen! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"! This darling little show is a staple in the TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences) lexicon, and in its Broadway run it featured some VERY recognizable faces! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @b...

In Episode 77, Brennan is of course joined by fan favorite, Brandon Walters, as they pull back the curtains on gaps between gigs, and keeping the passion for theatre alive! They probably also talk about a lot of other things that aren't nearly as educational, but hopefully you're laughing as much as they are! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufm...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway and the West End's smash hit "Operation Mincemeat"! It's no secret that we are BIG fans of this brilliant show, and boy were we excited to talk about it! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, an...

In Episode 76, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Jonalyn Saxer, as they discuss getting thrown head first into the world of Broadway and learning how to speak up for yourself appropriately and respectfully! We're all human beings and we're all in this together, so we gotta encourage each other to do what we have to in order to continue to feel good and find joy in this world! Support...

In Episode 75, Brennan is joined by NYC-based, multi hyphenate artist and founder of AfterThought Production, Aidan Wells, as they talk about the journey from artist to mentor, and ways to keep everyone protected and valued in theatrical spaces. Now, more than ever, it is important that we respect our fellow artists time and work, and give the next generations the tools they to be well-rounded col...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway rock-opera "Jesus Christ Superstar"! It's on everyone's minds following the recent concert production at the Hollywood Bowl, and it is, perhaps, one of Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest works to date! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jor...

In Episode 74, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Hannah Solow as they talk about her journey from a performing arts high high school in southern California, to understudying the titular role in this year's Tony Award winning Best Play "Oh Mary". Along the way, they platform the use comedy and foolishness to free yourself from the worry of how others think of you! Support the show...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the classic Disney stage musical "Mary Poppins"! We are also joined by a former Mary, Pauline Parkhurst, as we delve into this delightful show that combines both the iconic books and movie! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Insta...

In Episode 73, Brennan is joined by Broadway actor and writer, Nick Blaemire, as they talk about work/ life balance, and the best places to find fulfillment in your artistic career! "Winning" is temporary high, but the real joy comes from the memories and friends you encounter on the journey! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design...

In Episode 72,  Brennan is joined by music director/ pianist/ vocal coach and founder of the Broadway Ensemble Project, Jacob Carll, as they discuss his path from opera student to founding is own musical theatre business! The Broadway Ensemble Project is a really cool, innovative new resource for performers to be able to practice something you can't otherwise do outside of a direct show conte...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit Broadway musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", and we needed some extra help to do it! Yes, we are indeed joined by fan favorite guest, Brandon Walters to make this mini-sode a little less mini, and a little more chaotic! So tune in for a colorful coat and a colorful episode! Support the show Host/ P...

In Episode 71, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Julia Knitel, as they jump back to beginning of her days in New Jersey community theatre, and talk about the journey that led to her receiving a 2025 Tony nomination for "Best Featured Actress in a Musical"! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway o...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "The Secret Garden". With so many Broadway powerhouses having played a role in this show somewhere at some point in time, it truly is a wonder why we've never gotten a Broadway revival! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi...

In Episode 70, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Jessi Kirtley as they discuss her wild timeline from Jimmy Awards finalist, to original Broadway cast member of Operation Mincemeat! Jessi shared a lot about what she's learned throughout her journey, but above all the most important thing is to embrace your unique kind of soup!!... We promise it makes more sense in context! Support the show...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the World's #1 Musical: "Disney's The Lion King". As the third longest running Broadway production, and the highest grossing, the Lion King is THE beloved classic to so many for good reason!!! So if you don't know it already, IT IS TIME!!! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dyla...

In Episode 69, Brennan is joined by NYC performer/ writer/ comedian/ musician Rocky Paterra as they unpack his journey from the cutthroat world of children's theatre to finding a place in the world of comedy! There's not an actor alive who hasn't sent one of Rocky's videos to their best friends, and the person behind them is just as fun to be around! Support the show Host/ Prod...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Tony Award winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen". With many a bop and some questionable movie choices, the life of this show is fraught with both victory and defeat.  Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and Tik...

In Episode 68, Brennan is joined by NYC-based actor and social media manager Jenna Leigh Miller, as they discuss her journey and how she has used branding and social media to boost her success as a performer! She a business owner and absolute pro when it comes to putting yourself out there, so if you feel like it's time to level up, make sure to tune in! Support the show Host/ Production/ Edi...

In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on one of the most beloved musicals in history, The Sound of Music! If you don't already know it, it's time to study up, because this stage and screen musical is a staple in the canon of both Broadway and cinema! Support the show Host/ Production/ Editing: Brennan Stefanik Music: Dylan Kaufman Graphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi @b...