Jean Paul Yovanoff

Musical Theatre Radio presents "Be Our Guest"

Arts EN ↓ 507 episodes

A mystery guest or guests joins Jean-Paul Yovanoff to share their love of musical theatre. Some one famous or just a lover of showtunes, you never know who's going to be on the air each week. Produced in conjunction with the internet radio station www.musicaltheatreradio.com

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Jean Paul Yovanoff

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www.musicaltheatreradio.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Be Our Guest with Ann Talman 04.05.2026

Ann Talman is an actor, singer, storyteller, award winning documentary filmmaker, and four-time Broadway veteran. She joined Actors’ Equity with co-star Elizabeth Taylor in 1981 when she landed the plum role in The Little Foxes playing Taylor’s daughter on Broadway. The show traveled the world for eighteen months months with stops in Ft. Lauderdale, Washington, D.C. (The Kennedy Center), New Orlea...

New Album Update with Michael Longoria (Catch A Wave) 04.05.2026

CATCH A WAVE  features original  Jersey Boys  and  Midtown Men  vocalist and recording artist,  Michael Longoria . Celebrate the timeless hits of  The Beach Boys  by immersing yourself in the sun-soaked harmonies, iconic melodies, and vibrant energy that defined a generation. A spectacular blend of nostalgia and fresh interpretations, all brought to life by Michael's powerhouse vocals and The...

Be Our Guest with Jennifer Kahn (Scenery Bags) 26.04.2026

Jennifer Kahn was a professional Stage Manager for 17 years getting to work on such shows as: The Deaf West Revival of  Spring Awakening  (Broadway),  In the Heights  (National Tour),  The Hunchback of Notre Dame  (La Jolla Playhouse and Paper Mill Playhouse),  Hold Onto me Darling  (Off-Broadway at the Atlantic),  Kinship  (starring Cynthia Nixon and Christopher Lowell at Williamstown Theatre Fes...

Discover a New Musical with George Chiang and Harriet Chung (Golden Lotus) 26.04.2026

Golden Lotus tells the story of a beautiful and captivating woman caught in a dangerous web of passion, deception, and desire. Set against the dying, war-torn years of Song Dynasty China, Golden Lotus unfolds as a sweeping journey in a world on the brink of collapse.

Wanna See A Musical with Tim Gilvin (Cable Street the musical) 21.04.2026

Inspired by the true story of the Battle of Cable Street, this electrifying new musical takes us back to October 1936 in London.   Sammy, Mairead, and Ron are shaping their futures on Cable Street when Oswald Mosley’s British Union of Fascists march to the heart of the East End. One hundred thousand Jews, Irish workers, and communists unite to blockade the road they call home. As they take a stand...

Wanna See A Musical with Richard Biever, Carol Schuberg and Hollee Temple (Star Machine) 21.04.2026

Star Machine tells the story of Jaz and Nikki, two sisters trying to break into the music industry who land on a runaway hit TV talent show. Baldwin Wallace Conservatory will produce the world premiere production at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland April 24-26. A pro shot and live Original Collegiate Cast Album will follow.

Wanna See A Musical with Dan Petrenko and Lisa Stevens (Ride the musical) 17.04.2026

RIDE THE MUSICAL April 16 – May 2, 2026 Winnipeg Jewish Theatre Directed and Choreographed by Lisa Stevens Starring Berkley Silverman and Colleen Furlan Annie Londonderry set out to be the first woman to cycle around the world in 1894 and became an international sensation. This new musical, direct from London’s West End, spins her unbelievable journey into a dazzling, empowering ride through histo...

Discover A New Musical with Marc Teitler and Nancy Harris (The Magician's Elephant) 13.04.2026

The Magician’s Elephant  teaches us that even the impossible can be possible when we open our eyes and hearts to those around us. Baltese is a town where nothing extraordinary ever happens. Recovering from a recent war, it’s a lonely place, where young Peter lives a harsh life. Then one day, a magician conjures an elephant from the sky. The creature’s appearance sets off a chain of events so remar...

Be Our Guest with Michael Kaplan 13.04.2026

Michael Kaplan wrote the three-act comedy,  Love Town , which is published by Concord Theatricals, and  We’re Canceling Cable (and other Empty Threats) , which is represented for licensing by Miracle or 2. Many lifetimes ago, Michael had scripts produced on television (Stargate SG-1, Michael Nesmith in Television Parts), alternative media (Psychic Detective by Electronic Arts), and film (Illegally...

New Album Update with Genna Giampaolo (Genna with a G) 08.04.2026

Born in Ottawa, Genna Giampaolo is now an  Ottawa-based Artist performing internationally in Musicals, Theatre, Film and Television . Local audiences may remember Genna from her earlier years performing around the Ottawa area at such venues as: The Villa Lucia, Saunders Farm, Preston Street Italian Festival, The Full House and the Super Ex, to name a few. Back in 2021, Genna produced and performed...

Discover a New Musical with Ted Zurkowski (Three Women) 06.04.2026

THREE WOMEN explores love, betrayal, and the complexities of family against the backdrop of the country western music scene. The story follows Billy, a country star portrayed by composer and lyricist Ted Zurkowski, returning to Nashville after a grueling nationwide tour—only to find his carefully constructed life beginning to unravel. As long-buried secrets surface, the line between humor and hear...

New Album Update with Claybourne Elder (If the Stars Were Mine) 05.04.2026

Claybourne Elder  is a Grammy, SAG, Drama Desk, and Lucille Lortel nominee. He played John Adams on HBO’s hit series “The Gilded Age” and was most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning revival of  Company , starring Patti LuPone. He is known for his performances on Broadway in  Bonnie and Clyde ,  Sunday in the Park with George ,  Torch Song ,   and  Sondheim on Sondheim   at the Hol...

Be Our Guest with Ned Paul Ginsburg 05.04.2026

Born in New York, raised and educated in Los Angeles, Jerusalem, Paris, and Rochester, Ned made his public debut as a composer on the radio program “First Applause” at age sixteen. He has received recognition from The National Endowment for the Arts, N.A.R.A.S., Songwriters Guild of America, International Association of Jazz Educators, Florida Festival of New Musicals and Downbeat Magazine. Theate...

Discover A New Musical with Kenady Sean & Christine Hand Jones (The Scarlet Letter Musical) 01.04.2026

In this bold new musical adaptation of The Scarlet Letter, penned through a feminist lens by Kenady Sean & Christine Hand Jones, the narrative dives deep into themes of societal shame and female empowerment. Set in a Puritanical society, Hester Prynne transforms her scarlet letter from a mark of condemnation into a symbol of defiance and resilience. Through evocative folk music played by an al...

Wanna See A Musical with Harper Craven (Christopher Robin & Pooh) 30.03.2026

Christopher Robin & PoohA New MusicalAbout the Show Brough to you by award winning Director and Choreographer  Andrew Winans , we are thrilled to bring the childhood classic turned new musical,  Christopher Robin & Pooh  to The Green Room 42 as its NYC debut! Written by Playwright and Composer  Harper Craven , this new musical tells the story of Christopher Robin and his last days in the H...

Discover A New Musical with Liza Pulman and Joe Stilgoe (Hooray for Hollywood) 30.03.2026

The Hollywood musical feels like it’s been with us forever. Starting with the Jazz Singer in 1927, almost 100 years later audiences are still flocking to the box-office to watch the big screen come alive with singing, dancing, comedy and romance.  Joe Stilgoe and Liza Pulman’s combined love and exhaustive movie knowledge is on technicolour display here as they bring some of these great movie-music...

Discover A New Musical with Lisa Marinacci (Daisy Jane-the musical) 30.03.2026

After being rejected on the reality show America’s Next Super Pop Star, quirky singer/songwriter DAISY JANE willingly signs a contract with music mogul LUC, (aka The Devil), and finds herself separated from boyfriend BEN while being surrounded by a cast of crazy characters. DAISY skyrockets to fame with the smash hit "Boys and Candy", but tells LUC that she wants to write her own songs....

Be Our Guest with Nick Wainwright & Maura Sitzmann (The Seeker and the Song) 23.03.2026

The Seekers and the Song FOLLOW A SONG TO HEART'S DESIRE. In the heart of Scotland, young Murphy sets sail to uncover the truth behind the Loch Ness monster and clear her father’s name, who’s been falsely accused of murder. This whimsical, original musical features a rotating cast of actor-musicians, blending mystery, humor, and heart as Murphy, her loyal dog, and a charming con artist navigate tr...

Discover A New Musical with Jeff Talbott & Will Van Dyke (Ten Brave seconds) 22.03.2026

Mike is 16 and today is a big day. He’s been holding in a big secret for awhile, and today his secret is totally coming out. But there are two important things about secrets: (1) everybody has ‘em and (2) however scary they are, the build-up is always leading to those ten terrifying seconds in which you just . . . say it. All it takes is a little reckless courage. Mike is about to find out that it...

New Album Update with Will Larche (Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows) 15.03.2026

Musical theatre composer and lyricist Will Larche is set to release a new album entitled Bumps in the Bathroom: and other lost shows. This highly anticipated album showcases a collection of songs from obscure indie musicals, including 'Bumps in the Bathroom,' 'BAIL OUT THE MUSICAL,' and 'Lesbian Love Octagon.' Each of these works has a rich history, having premiered in the...

Wanna See A Musical with Richard Clements (Ottilie The Forgotten Queen of the Blues) 12.03.2026

The godmother of British blues began life in a terrace in Northern Ireland, a little girl who felt like an outsider. When the blues music drifted across from the American GIs up the road, Ottilie became obsessed: she’d found her tribe.    From teaching herself songs from sheet music and gigging in Belfast, she went on to play the Royal Festival Hall and tour the UK and USA with the Chris Barber Ba...

Discover A New Musical with Andrew Faiz and Zahra Faiz (Kathryn A LIfe Almosting) 11.03.2026

Across 1950s jazz salons and Broadway backstages, Kathryn sings, stumbles, self-medicates—and ultimately rewrites the terms of her own life. A one-woman musical celebrating the rich and ultimately triumphant life of Kathryn Albertson. From the bright lights of Broadway through seasons of struggle and reinvention,  Kathryn: A Life Almosting ,   unfolds as a joyous and moving journey. With an origin...

Discover A New Musical with Adam Gwon (All the World's A Stage) 09.03.2026

As a gay high school math teacher in small-town Pennsylvania in 1996, Ricky Alleman knows exactly what part he needs to play. When an offbeat student enlists his help to win a statewide theatre competition, his efforts tangle with the local church – and Ricky’s carefully compartmentalized life starts to unravel. With a small cast, a four-piece orchestra and a delightful, contemporary score,  All t...

Discover A New Musical with Samantha Roberts (Forget I Said Anything) 02.03.2026

A new sung-through musical written and directed by Samantha Roberts, Forget I Said Anything follows an ensemble of characters as they navigate through relationships, both new and old. We explore how people treat each other in the modern age, and the toxic and unhealthy relationships that are produced and reinforce our warped perceptions of reality. Samantha first began writing Forget I Said Anythi...

Be Our Guest with Erica Lawrence (Stage Door Tours) 23.02.2026

Erica is the founder of  Stage Door Tours, your ticket to the incredible magic of the West End! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with our specialised and enthusiastic guides as they share backstage stories, the thrilling history of London's iconic theatres and uncover hidden gems. Whether you're a die-hard theatre fan or gearing up for an exciting musical experience, our tours are...

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