2023 Tony Award Nominee, Jordan Donica comes to Take A Bow sharing his thoughts on Award Season, his love for history and mixing it with theatre, and his journey of how he got to where he is today. Donica has starred in at least one of your favorite musicals as you may have seen him in My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera, Hamilton, and currently in the revival of Camelot at Lincoln Center. Curtain up, Jordan Donica Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash ...
Jun 06, 2023•59 min•Ep. 158
Broadway Veterans and powerhouse couple, Christine Dwyer and Matt DeAngelis are joining forces to raise money for the Phyllis Newman Women's Health Initiative in honor of Janice DeAngelis by creating the annual event The Janice Jam: Broadway Rocks for Breast Cancer. Monday June 5th, The live concert will feature Broadway stars, magicians, silent auctions, and so much more to combine for a night you won't forget. Not only will you hear about the event, but you can also gain insight about what it'...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 157
At the young age of 11 years old, breakout star, Benjamin Pajak was performing as scene partners to Hugh Jackman, Sutton Foster, and the best of the best in the the theatre world, making his Broadway Debut as Winthrop in Music Man on Broadway. Today, he joins us to Take A Bow for that accomplishment and so much more. After having just closed Oliver at The New York City Center, Benjamin talks what it's like to be a child performer in the modern age of social media, how his journey started, what h...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 156
Tony, Grammy, Emmy Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, orchestrator extraordinaire, and music director, Tom Kitt comes to Take A Bow this week. Kitt has written some of your favorite musicals including Next to Normal, If/Then and Almost Famous for which he was nominated for a Tony Award this season for Best Orignal Score alongside Cameron Crowe. Tom teases revivals, upcoming gigs, and new work! Learn about what a writer looks for in an audition room from an actor, about his writing proce...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 155
The iconic musical comedy trio, Lewberger comes to Take A Bow following a sold out run of their original Off-Broadway production Lewberger & The Wizard of Friendship. The show will continue to live on as friends such as Wayne Brady, Alex Brightman, and more join in the fun for their cast album which drops June 23rd. The first single from the album, “It’s a Stupid Idea (to Put on a Broadway Show)” is now available on all digital platforms. The band is the made up of Alex Lewis, "Try Guys" Kei...
May 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 154
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May 11, 2023•4 min
You asked for it, Tony Nominations hot takes... Here we go! The tea is being spilled in this episode. Get an inside scoop as we look for answers to the biggest snubs of the season. Curtain up, on the 2023 Tony Award Nominations Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 04, 2023•42 min•Ep. 153
Currently starring as Christian in the North American Tour of Moulin Rouge, John Cardoza comes to Take A Bow live from Atlanta, GA. John Cardoza is Broadway's upcoming leading man. You may know him as Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid or as Young Noah in The Notebook. John made his Broadway Debut in Jagged Little Pill where he was immediately thrown in to developing new works for Broadway. Thanks to that experience, Cardoza share stories from what it's like to attack material of new works, lesson...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 152
Phantom of the Opera is Broadway's most historic show of all-time just closed after 35+ years of performances. Closing cast member Sara Esty comes to Take A Bow one last time reminiscing this past week leading up to the final performance of Phantom. She shares her favorite memories, backstage stories, etc. of her time in Phantom. Sara has had quite a career in the industry. From Steven Spielberg's West Side Story sharing stories about the legendary filmmaker of the process of that film to perfor...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 151
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Apr 20, 2023•3 min•Ep. 151
Broadway and TV Star Carly Hughes shares story from doing 2 Broadway shows on once (Pippin and Beautiful: The Carol King Musical), learning Fosse from the legend Ann Reinking for Chicago on Broadway, first Broadway Debut bow, Being a series regular in a tv show, filming life, and more. Carly and Host, Eli Tokash, have a blast in this episode catching up and reminiscing of their days performing in Pippin together. Curtain up, Carly Hughes Connect with Carly Hughes on IG: @carlyhughes Connect with...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 150
Broadway, Film, and TV star, Trevor Braun has been in his fair share of Tony Award winning musicals. Both as a child performer and now as an adult. Hear his perspective into what the industry is like for working kids, the older generational trends around the broadway kid community, and reminiscing on fun memories. Hear Trevor's unique perspective now as an adult in the industry and what was different back then and how much the industry changes when you become and adult. Curtain up, Trevor Braun ...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 149
Triple threat, Mary Page Nance has appeared in 3 Original Broadway Casts including Finding Neverland, The Great Comet, and currently STARS in Neill Diamond's A Beautiful Noise. Fresh off of making her Broadway principal debut, Mary Page shares what it was like to take her first solo bow, as well as her journey through performing on Broadway while dealing with Endometriosis. Curtain up, Mary Page Nance Connect with Mary Page Nance on IG: @marypagenance Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takea...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 148
11 Broadway shows and Nikki still gets starstruck by her peers and scene partners such as Patti LuPone, Audra McDonald, and even Stephen Sondheim. Hear stories about working with some of the biggest names on Broadway, performing while being a parent on Broadway, Company, Hamilton, and so much more. Curtain up, Nikki Renée Daniels Connect with Nikki Renée Daniels on IG: @nikkireneesings Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli ...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 147
Award Nominated Actress, Sierra Boggess has had quite the career across the world, performing on the biggest and most iconic stage around the world. Sierra is currently performing in the Secret Garden at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. Sierra shares her favorite stories of Phantom Of The Opera, Little Mermaid, and more, such as her relationship with Ramin Karimloo and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, her relationship to her characters, and understanding how to give 100% into something. Curtain up, ...
Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 146
Take A Bow sibling duo, Tessie and Eli Tokash, join forces to talk about all things Entertainment Industry. They also take the opportunity to share their own stories of their journey through the industry. There is so much to unwind throughout the entertainment industry. Yes, the ENTIRE Entertainment Industry, Broadway, Music, Hollywood, and more. Unpack it all in this week's episode and listen to how these theatre kids siblings tie in their own personal stories to what's going on currently in th...
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 145
Broadway's breakout triple threat Fernell Hogan talks all things The Prom, Mean Girls, Kimberly Akimbo, and Some Like It Hot. Hear his unique perspective as someone who is both a performer and on the creative side of the Industry. So many fun stories including stories about Broadway legends including Beth Leavel, Brooks Ashmanskas, Casey Nicholaw, and more. Curtain up, Fernell Hogan Connect with Fernell Hogan on IG: @fernellhogan Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect wit...
Mar 03, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 144
After becoming the 3rd youngest artist to win a GRAMMY Award, Walter Russell III joins us to Take A Bow for his incredible start to his young career. You may know him as Little Michael Jackson or Young Simba in Lion King. Walter also becomes the youngest guest on Take A Bow, to date. Join us in discussion of what Broadway kids do nowadays, getting nominated for 2 GRAMMYs in one day, giving a speech at the GRAMMYs and so much more. Curtain up, Walter Russell III Connect with Walter Russell III on...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 143
Grammy Award Winner, Cole Thompson takes us Into The Woods of New York City Center, Broadway, and even through the woods across the states on tour. Are you and Into The Woods super fan? This episode is your knight in shining armor. From back stage stories, lessons from iconic cast members, vocal tips, and so much more. Curtain up, Cole Thompson Connect with Cole Thompson on social media: @_cole__thompson Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Inst...
Feb 17, 2023•55 min•Ep. 142
The power house vocalist we all know and love, Bonnie Milligan gives us a whole master class into scene and character preparation, while sneaking in a little singing to bless your ears. This episode has it all. Head Over Heels, The Go-Gos, Bonnie's journey, working with Tom Kitt, Jeanine Tesori, and David Lindsay-Abaire, etc. I mean, What more can you ask for? Bauntie Milligan certainly makes all of our "shitty little lives better" today! Curtain up, Bonnie Milligan Connect with Bonnie Milligan ...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 141
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Feb 09, 2023•3 min
From the screen to Broadway, America's dad, Dan Lauria (Wonder Years, Lombardi, A Christmas Story, + more) Takes A Bow to talk about all aspects of the entertainment industry. Hear all about how the industry has changed, audition stories, the shock of going from the screen to the stage, backstage stories, and so much more! Curtain up, Dan Lauria Connect with Dan Lauria on social media: @realdanlauria Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagra...
Feb 02, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 140
Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award Nominee, Brandon Victor Dixon shares doing theatre live on TV (Rent, and Jesus Christ Superstar), what roles attract him, Hamilton, his new show adaptation MacGyver, producer life, and so much more! Find out what keeps someone so accomplished excited and involved in the industry. Curtain up, Brandon Victor Dixon Connect with Brandon Victor Dixon on social media: @brandonvdixon Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Ins...
Jan 26, 2023•57 min•Ep. 139
Broadway's Micaela Diamond stardom parade continues. After a sensational run at New York City Center she will revive the role of Lucille Frank in Parade, opposite Ben Platt. Micaela gives audiences insight on Parade's journey to this Broadway revival and what her reaction was when she found out she would play Ben Platt's wife. Sharing is caring and Micaela shares with the listeners what it was like to lead a Broadway Show as Cher at the young age of 19, her relationship to Stephanie J. Block and...
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 138
One episode including the top interviews, moments, and guests of Take A Bow's 2022. Tune in now for the ultimate recap or be sure to use this week to catch up on any episodes you missed. Curtain up on 2023! Curtain down on 2022! Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 12, 2023•3 hr 1 min•Ep. 137
Star of the Broadway Fan Favorite, BEETLEJUICE the Musical, Elizabeth Teeter is welcomed back on the podcast to Take A Bow ahead of the show's final week on Broadway. Hear all about Elizabeth's roller coaster journey with the show, stepping into the role of Lydia Deetz, starting new traditions as her and Alex Brightman take a bow, favorite memories, the lessons she's learned from the cast, and so much more! Can't make it to the final show of Beetlejuice? That's okay, we're bringing it to you! Cu...
Jan 05, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Tony Winning Director, Diane Paulus reconnects with 2 time former Cast Member Eli Tokash (Host) to chat about the industry, how to become a director, being a woman in the creative industry, 1776, Waitress, Pippin, Finding Neverland, and more. The highly anticipated reunion is finally here to Take A Bow for the last time in 2022. Curtain up, Diane Paulus! Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast...
Dec 29, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 135
Broadway Director and Choreographer Jeffrey L. Page gives us thought-provoking insight into the industry with conversations you don't hear everyday. The thought that "theatre is not a museum" is perhaps the focal point of the episode. Tune in to hear how this Director and Choreographer is leading the charge for the future of Broadway Curtain up, Jeffrey L. Page! Connect with Jeffrey L. Page on Instagram: @jeffreylpage Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli ...
Dec 22, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 134
Over The Rooftops, 2 time tony nominee Gavin Lee gives us all the details on how to tap upside down, with 4 legs, and coming to Broadway from London! A brand new perspective from a show-stopping performer in this week's episode. Curtain up, Gavin Lee! Connect with Gavin Lee on Instagram: @gavinleeofficial Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenr...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 133
Can you imagine performing without hearing your own voice? Patrick Page began to lose his hearing completely and thought he was losing his voice because he couldn't hear himself and could only understand people by reading their lips. He was worried to test his hearing, until he remembered how important it was to embrace everything about yourself, similarly to the history behind his deep voice he began to accept what it was and leaned in to his uniqueness. Page now performs with Widex hearing aid...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 132
