People Who Are Somehow Important To My Wellbeing

Welcome to Episode 40! This week features Anna Bermudez who is currently one of the vacation swings in The Outsiders on Broadway. Anna and I talked for so long it was so hard to fit it all into this episode! We truly cover it all; from her journey to Broadway and her dance and theatre inspirations, to her manifesting her job, and the words of wisdom and advice given to her by her castmates (who sh...

This week I'm joined by Jessie Peltier who comes from the Broadway company of Back To The Future! Jessie is a dancer and musical theater performer who is originally from Virginia. Listen as we talk about her experiences on tour with Frozen, and her journey to Broadway. Follow Jessie: IG: @jessiepeltier TikTok: jessiepeltier @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

GREAT SCOTT! This week I'm joined by Lucas Hallauer, who was recently on the Mean Girls 2nd National tour and is now on the road with Back To The Future. Listen as we go back in time to talk about what led him to where he is today, fun stories from the road, and memories from touring with both shows. Follow Lucas: IG: @lucas.hallauer TikTok: @lucashallauer @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

Not Sarah, not Grace, but SarahGrace (with no space)!! I'm so excited to be joined by SarahGrace Mariani this week, who is currently playing Marcia in The Outsiders on Broadway. From touring with Les Miserables in Hawaii, to almost stepping away from performing completely, to landing the role of Marcia (and Sergei- we can't forget about Sergei), SG shares it all. Featuring a BRAND NEW podc...

Call Her Emma!! Today I'm joined by Emma Pittman who is currently playing the role of Cherry Valance in The Outsiders on Broadway. You may have also seen her in the ensemble of Back To The Future or as Roxie Hart in Chicago after winning "The Search For Roxie". Listen as we talk about her journey to Broadway, what joining this cast has meant to her, and how her younger self plays a r...

Welcome to Tulsa, 1967!! This week I had the chance to talk to Melody Rose (yes, that is her real legal name) of 'The Outsiders' on Broadway!! This shark-loving Tony-winning Juilliard grad was so much fun to talk to, and I can't wait for everyone to hear this episode and learn more about her. Follow Melody: IG: @melodyrose TikTok: xomelodyrose

She doesn't even go here!! Talking to Eric Huffman for this episode was such a treat. Eric is such a genuine person and talking to him felt like a hug. Listen as we break down everything from being in The Book Of Mormon, to playing Damian and touring with Mean Girls, to living with Ben Platt. This is a fun one!!! Follow Eric: IG: @e.j.huffman @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

Episode 33!! Such a long awaited episode with Dillon Klena. This episode was so fun to edit and listen back to, and Dillon is hillarious. Listen as we talk all things Jagged Little Pill; from the moment he got the call to how he has been adjusting to tour being over. Follow Dillon: IG: @dillon_scott_klena @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

Today I'm talking to Thalia Atallah, who is currently in the ensemble as Dawn Schweitzer on the Mean Girls National Tour, and understudying Gretchen and Karen! Thalia was recently on the Anastasia tour last year as well, in the ensemble and understudying Anya. Listen as she shares behind the scenes stories from both tours; including her understudy debuts and favorite moments from the road. Fol...

Brittany Conigatti is my guest on this weeks episode! With credits including A Bronx Tale (OBC), The Prom, Mean Girls (1st Nat'l) and others, this episode is loaded with stories from the road, backstage, and under the bright lights of Broadway. Brittany also has a 6 month old daughter who joins us in this interview (who she was pregnant with while on the road with MG)! Follow Brittany: IG: @br...

Stop trying to make schquillz happen!! This week I'm talking to Caleb Mathura, who was recently on the Mean Girls National Tour as Kevin G. Caleb explains how he had a lot of full circle moments on tour; from being mentored by someone who later became a cast mate, to growing up watching someone on TV to then sharing the stage with them. Caleb also talks fun memories from tour and what he is do...

Imagine playing 3 different people in the span of 2.5 hours...could not be me. Kristen Seggio plays all three adult women (Mrs. Heron, Ms. Norbury, and Mrs. George) on the Mean Girls 2nd National Tour, and in this episode we break down her favorite moments from tour, how she landed the job, and how she prepares to play three people in one night. Follow Kristen: IG: @kristenseggio @importanttomywel...

You live, you learn, you listen to this week's episode with Liesie Kelly! All puns aside, Liesie is one of the most genuine people I have talked to thus far. We truly cover it all in this episode; from being in college while on a national tour, to breakups, to truly learning what it is like to be independent and find yourself. Follow Liesie: IG: @liesiekelly @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

This week I'm joined by former University of Michigan Gymnast Abby Heiskell! Abby graduated in 2023 after competing for the Wolverines for 5 seasons. Listen as we talk about her routine that led her team to their first Natty, being a former horse girl, and what it was like to be a part of such a strong-rooted team. Follow Abby: IG: @abby_heiskell Goodreads: abby_heiskell :) @importantomwellbei...

Episode 26 is here! Carly was so sweet and so great to talk to. In this episode we talk all things Legally Blonde; from the audition process, to making her understudy debut as Margot! Follow Carly: IG: @carlycaviglia TikTok: @carlycaviglia @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

Today I'm joined by Felicia Hano, who was a member of the UCLA Gymnastics team. Listen as we talk all things UCLA; from her perfect 10, to her season getting cut short due to COVID. As always, thanks for the support and stay tuned for more exciting iepisodes coming soon! Follow Felicia: IG: @felicia_hano X: @felicia_hano TikTok: fish_hano @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

Where do I begin with this one? This is one of my favorite episodes I've ever done! Victoria was the best and so fun to talk to. Listen as we talk all things Mean Girls tour; from her injury on day 2, to her dance self-tape filmed next to a Quinceñera rehearsal, to her understudy debuts as Janis and Regina. This is a super dense fun-filled episode, it is worth the listen! Follow Victoria: IG:...

Happy 2024! Join me for my first episode of the new year as I talk all things Mean Girls tour with Mary Beth Donahoe. MBD is the sweetest and it was so great to chat with her, live from her closet:) Follow MBD: IG: @mbdonahoe @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I thought there was no better way to celebrate the end of 2023 than to break down my year. This has been a year full of ups and downs, rejections, personal growth, and lots of changes, so I wanted to talk about it. As always, thank you everyone for the tremendous amount of support in regards to this podcast. I never imagined anyone would listen to it, and I am so proud of how far...

I'm so excited to have Sydney on this episode with me today! Sydney was a member of the Michigan State Gymnastics team from 2018-2022. It was so fun to finally get to talk to her after cheering her on in Jenison. Listen as we talk all things gymnastics, what being a Spartan means to her, and how her sport led her to her current job. Follow Sydney: IG: @sydneyeewing @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

In this week's episode, I'm talking to Brianna Apple, who is an influencer from New York. Brianna gives her advice on what makes a good TikTok, how to go viral, and how her upbringing influenced the content that she makes today. It was so great to chat with her! Follow Brianna: IG: @briannaapple_ TikTok: @briannapple

Joining me today is Ixchel Cuellar, who recently toured with the Mean Girls National Tour and the &Peggy Company of Hamilton. Listen as we talk about a "freak accident" that led to her Broadway debut, living in Hawaii, and what it was like to be apart of two iconic shows. Follow Ixchel: IG: @itsixchel @importanttomywellbeingpod :)

Today I'm chatting with college rival Olivia Karas about all things gymnastics! Listen as she walks me through her "first date" with Michigan, life in Ann Arbor, and how she became an analyst for Big Ten Network. Follow Liv! Instagram: @livkarass X: lil_livkay @importanttomywellbeingpod:)

In this week's episode, I'm joined by Allison Sheppard, who currently plays the role of Bella Fox on the national tour of Jagged Little Pill. Listen as we talk all things Jagged, from how she becomes Bella, to how she leaves with a sense of hope that people who can relate to Bella feel seen. It's always so fun to catch up with Allison, make sure you give this one a listen! Follow Allis...

In this week's episode, I'm talking to Jesse Lynn Harte, musical theatre TikTok queen and prettiest girl in the world! Listen as we talk all things touring and slime tutorials, and reminisce on our bang phases. You may even get to hear an unreleased cover of a super special song:) Follow Jesse Lynn: Instagram: @jesselynnharte TikTok: jesselynnharte @importanttomywellbeingpod:)