Grammy and Drama Desk Award Nominated Actor, Adam Jacobs joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming docu-concert, Behind The Curtain with Adam Jacobs. Adam gives a peak behind the curtains of his journey through 3 Broadway shows (Aladdin, Lion King, and Les Miz) on this episode, however he completely opens the curtains in the docu-concert. It is currently available to preorder on the iTunes store. With a background unlike any other and playing the title role in Aladdin for 7 years, his stories ne...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 48
Award Winning Writer and Actor, Joshua Turchin joins the podcast to discuss being a multi- hyphenate in the entertainment industry. Joshua really opens the curtains by sharing the craziest backstage stories from his time in A Christmas Story, Forbidden Broadway, and more. He also talks about how he heard about the Broadway Shutdown while rehearsing for Trevor: The Musical. We also talk about the content that Joshua has created such as The Perfect Fit Musical and The Early Night Show which is als...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 47
Broadway siblings Madilyn Jaz & Zell Steele Morrow discuss what it takes to have success in the industry as a family. Madilyn made her Broadway Debut in Matilda. Her brother, Zell, wanted to be just like her and had aspirations to be on a Broadway stage, as well. Zell has since appeared in Fun Home, Harry Potter And The Cursed Child, Really Rosie, and more. This week, we don't just talk about what it's like to be on stage but really go in to depth about what it's like off-stage. Touching on ...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 46
Broadway and Award winning circus performer Nicolas Jelmoni joins Take A Bow to share his story about being a dreamer and living every opportunity to the fullest of your ability. Not even a three week graduate of the circus school in Montreal, Nico was found in New York making his Broadway Debut in the revival of Pippin! Barely knowing what Broadway was his hard work and dedication impressed, opening doors to so many other opportunities. From Cirque Du Soleil to France Got Talent to Broadway to ...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 45
Dear Evan Hansen star Michael Lee Brown and Disney Channel's Maya Jade Frank are teaming up to create BeneFIT, a donation based program supporting The Actors Fund. BeneFIT includes the benefits of improving your performance skills, health/wellness, cooking, and more with your favorite Broadway stars. Maya and Michael also share their experiences in the industry from Broadway to TV/Film to creating music and podcasts. Tune in to go behind the curtain of Dear Evan Hansen, Mary Poppins, Evita, and ...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 44
In her legendary career, 3x Tony Nominee, Carolee Carmello recalls being in shows from Parade, City of Angels, and OG Falsettos to most recently in Finding Neverland, Hello Dolly, Sweeney Todd and more. Remembering almost 4 decades of non-stop work, she gives listeners insight on obstacles that a performer has to overcome, working with Broadway's biggest stars, how she prepares for roles, and priceless other advice. Carolee Carmello, Curtain Up! Connect with Carolee Carmello on Instagram: @carol...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 43
Playing Elphaba on Broadway is no easy feat. This week Christine Dwyer Take(s) A Bow and gives us insight about playing the role of Elphaba, the ups and downs, the makeup process, the vocals, the traditions, and so much more. She takes the listeners through her journey of how she got into the business as her friend acted as her agent. The star of Rent, Finding Neverland, Waitress, and Wicked goes in depth about her favorite memories, experiences, and roles. Christine Dwyer, Curtain Up! Connect w...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 42
Grammy Nominee and Tony Award Winner, Lena Hall goes in depth into her performance during Hedwig: And The Angry Inch, making history in the show, and what life was like when she won the award. These incredible accomplishments came after she already appeared in 6 other Broadway shows including Kinky Boots, Cats, Tarzan, and more. Find out her journey to Broadway dreaming about being on tv and now being in the hit TNT/HBOmax show Snowpiercer. Social Media: @lenarockerhall, @tokash_eli, and @takeab...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 41
Helen Hayes Award Nominee for her role in Broadway's Come From Away, Q. Smith shares the story of how she made it to be a three time Broadway star! Appearing in Les Miserables, Mary Poppins, and Come From Away she used her unique reflexes to start new trends in the industry after making her debut. She then went on to make history in Mary Poppins as the first Black Actress to play a principal role in the show's long run. Now, in Come From Away her emotional performance led to her first award nomi...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 40
Choir Boy and The Inheritance star, Jonathan Burke takes a bow while reconnecting with host Eli Tokash, after sharing the stage in Mary Poppins together. Jonathan talks about his meaningful experience performing as the lead in Choir Boy, being in a two part play such as The Inheritance, and his unique challenge that he faced in his Broadway Debut Tuck Everlasting. Tune in to find out why he was never able to perform in his Broadway Debut and much more. Jonathan uses his platform to do special pe...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 39
Cody Renard Richard, one of the top stage managers in the industry, takes a bow while reflecting on his accomplishments in episode 38. After stage managing for shows like the Lion King, Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Freestyle Love Supreme, Kinky Boots, and more he is eager to give back to the youth of the industry by launching his brand new scholarship program. Learn all about Cody, what it's like to be a stage manager, what a stage manager is, how your favorite shows work, and about his scholarsh...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 38
Emmy Nominated Actor Jawan Jackson talks about embodying the legendary Melvin Franklin in two Broadway shows! The Motown and Ain't Too Proud star shares his story on how he's worked his way up in the industry and appeared in the Get Down on Netflix. Now working at the top level in his career, Jawan gives back to the arts community by working closely with the non-profit Rosie's Theatre For Kids, and created a program for students in his hometown of Detroit to receive great education in the arts a...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 37
On Sydney's last episode of Take A Bow, the two hosts go in depth on their personal experiences attending award shows, press events, special events, and Eli Tokash finishes it off by teaching audiences about the legendary theatre send off known as "Happy Trails" as Sydney Lucas takes her final bow! Social media: @takeabowpodcast, @sydneylucasnyc, @tokash_eli Take A Bow, Sydney Lucas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 36
Star of Mary Poppins, The Crucible, and The Audience on Broadway, Elizabeth Teeter, joins the podcast to discuss the true responsibilities of being a child actor on Broadway. She also touches on her most memorable experiences of being on Broadway and learning from legends such as Helen Mirren, Saoirse Ronan, and more! Stay tuned after the interview, for a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT for the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 35
Take A Bow with JJ Nieman. You may have seen JJ in Book of Mormon and most recently in Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical. This week we dive into the life of being a swing on Broadway and what life is like without live theatre. We also talk about outlets/resources actors have now turned to due to the Broadway shutdown such as creating TikToks, social media, virtual events (cabarets, musicals, plays, benefits, etc.), teaching classes and more. For more information go to @jj_nieman on all social medi...
Jan 14, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 34
This week's episode is a little different, as it's coming on a Sunday. However, not to fear because we have yet another episode showcasing a brand new side of the industry. Golden Buzzer receiver Luke Islam shares his journey through the process of America's Got Talent and AGT: The Champions and even talked through the process of his song choices. You may have also seen him on stage at Waitress, leaving audiences speechless for his performances of "What Baking Can Do" and "She Used To Be Mine". ...
Jan 10, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 33
Shahadi Joseph Wright Takes A Bow and wraps up 2020 by covering Broadway, Movies, Red Carpets, and more. You may have seen the triple threat on Broadway in Lion King and School Of Rock, or on the big screen in Us, Lion King, and in Hairspray Live! She opens up about all of these projects and the process that went into it! This is a great way to close out the New Year! Look out for Shahadi and Take A Bow in the New Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 31, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 32
Early Christmas present? We think so! Today, Kelli O'Hara takes a bow and gives listeners in inside scoop on her 7 tony award nominations, what the recording process is like to record two solo albums and many cast albums, on set filming for TV/Film, vocal tips, and more. Merry Christmas to our favorite audience members!!! See you New Years Eve!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 31
Andrew Keenan-Bolger takes a bow during our 30th episode! We have the lovable actor on as he talks about his journey from being a kid, a teen, to an adult in the business and how he's continued to stay successful and working through it all. Andrew is not only an actor and performer, but also an award winning director, an author of children's books, and producer of the hit web-series "Submissions Only." There are so many wonderful topics discussed and many lessons to be learned in this episode. L...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 30
In this episode with one of the most beloved actress' we cover a brand new topic as we delve in to what it's like performing in the West End. With her years of experience, there was never a dull moment in this episode learning how to deal with nerves, confidence, mishaps and talking about her career! Being an acclaimed actor in the UK in here work in the West End and the US for her work on broadway and other states, as well as known infamously for the singing voice as Pocahontas. Learn more abou...
Dec 10, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 29
Take A Bow with Emerson Steele. Emerson made her Broadway debut in Violet and became the big sister on Broadway that season. She shares stories from being on Broadway, performing at Radio City, and Parade at Lincoln Center. We talk about what it's like to move from a different and blindly step into the business and what that experience like. Now at NYU, she's settling in to her adult career, relearning her gift and confidence which she guides listeners through. Follow her at @emersonsteele Learn...
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 28
Happy Thanksgiving from Take A Bow ! For this week's episode, Salisha Thomas joins us to cover many new topics! Such as her experience being a Disney, becoming Miss California while on tour with Beautiful, meeting a legend who she was embodying every night on stage in a show, making her Broadway Debut in Beautiful, and then being in rehearsals for a brand new show that was put on hold due to the pandemic. We hope you enjoy this episode and have a happy Thanksgiving! Learn more about your ad choi...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 27
In this week's episode of Take A Bow, the hosts sit down with each other to talk about their experience doing school while performing on Broadway or on set of a TV show/ Movie. With different experiences, there are several similarities between the two. If you've ever wondered what it was like for a kid to perform on Broadway. This episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2020•53 min•Ep. 26
For this week's milestone episode of Take A Bow, Broadway and TV star Gabriella Pizzolo joins the podcast to share her stories of her time in Matilda, Fun Home, Secret Garden, and Stranger Things. Tune in to hear her experience in different sides of the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 25
Take A Bow is extra special this week as we have TWO guests on the podcast! Double the guests = Double the fun and learning. This married couple have a combined FOURTEEN broadway shows including The Addams Family, Kinky Boots, If/Then, West Side Story, Les Miz, and more. Due to their success and experience the two veterans have their own company "Curtis & Cort Photography." The headshot company helps fellow actors achieve their dreams in the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 24
Take A Bow Thursday is here for the 23rd time with Ali Ewoldt! In this week's episode listeners learn that you don't have to be from NY to follow your dreams and that you don't have to go to school for acting to succeed in the business. Ali shares her journey of always wanting to be an actor and then going to Yale for Psychology, then to perform at Disney Land, then headed to Broadway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 23
Come to the Fun Podcast and Take A Bow with Tony Nominee, Beth Malone! In this week's episode listeners learn what it takes to get a show to Broadway. Beth shares her approximately 8 year experience in the process of Fun Home, her time in Angels in America, talks about her latest project: The Unsinkable Molly Brown, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 22
Take A Bow with Broadway and Movie star Lilla Crawford! Talking about her stories in "Annie," "Billy Elliot," "Into The Woods," "The Who Was? Show," and more she provides listeners with entertaining and vivid stories, Currently at NYU Tisch, she also touches on her experience with school and college life, as well as her Award Winning Sketch group she is in and her improv club. This is a long episode, for good reason. Enjoy! @lillacrawford, @sydneylucasnyc, @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad ch...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 21
This week's episode of Take A Bow kicks off spooky season with Beetlejuice star, Presley Ryan! Presley shares her unforgettable memories in her impressive resume of two Broadway shows including Beetlejuice and Fun Home, along with other professional shows like "How The Grinch Stole Christmas", "Sound of Music Live", and more. Presley provides some tips to our listeners including some advice given to her by Broadway's biggest name, talks about her videos on Tik Tok, and more! Learn more about you...
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 20
In this week's episode we introduce our listeners to the world of a Child Wrangler. One of Broadway's most beloved Child Wranglers, Vanessa Brown shares her stories of wrangling the kids of Fun Home, Newsies, Miss Saigon, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and many more. As the two hosts reflect on how important the role of a child guardian is to a show, Vanessa recreates those wonderful memories they had together. This is another episode reminding listeners you don't need to be on stage to work on Broadw...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 19
