Diana Kavilis Morris grew up in southern California with dreams of being a ballerina until she did her first musical in high school. She subsequently went on to have an amazing career in musical theatre. Some of Diana's credits include A Chorus Line on Broadway where she played the role of Val and a European tour of A Chorus Line where she played Cassie. She also toured the US as Demeter and Grizabella in Cats, Claire in Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, Eva in Evita, Ellen in Miss Saigon, and was in th...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Last week, Rory and Scott had a super fun chat about his time singing and dancing as Captain America live on stage at D23 a few months ago. This week, these good friends continue their talk about Rory's recent trip to Disneyland and they play a special Marvel-themed game. At the end of the episode, Rory performs a special acoustic version of "Play" from his Broadway show, Finding Neverland. When that song is over, be sure to keep listening for another special musical surprise! Thank you for list...
Jan 17, 2023•45 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Today’s interview is very different than how Scott normally conducts his interviews. His guest, Rory Donovan, was in Scott's house - in Scott's kitchen - and Scott recorded this interview using a completely different interface and mic setup than what he's used to...and he didn't have an outline! What can go wrong?!? :) As you'll hear, these two good friends loved being live and in person and they had a blast catching up on Rory's recent trip to Disneyland where he sang and danced AS Captain Amer...
Jan 10, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome to the season 2 premiere of The Mouse and Me! This week, Scott chats with his old pal and the host of the E-Ticket to Broadway podcast, David Alpert. David is an award-winning New York City-based theatre director whose work has been applauded by The New York Times and The New Yorker. On Broadway he served as the Associate Director of If/Then starting Tony-Award winner Idina Menzel, the Tony-Award winning production of The Trip to Bountiful starring Cicely Tyson & Vanessa Williams, an...
Jan 03, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Join creator and host, Scott Jacobs, for the Season 2 premiere of The Mouse and Me on January 3rd, 2023! During Season 1, Scott got to chat with so many amazing guests including Disney legend Billy Flanigan, Andrea Canny, Nic Dromard, Sam Strasfeld, Kate Harrow, Savy Harrow, Tiffany Coburn, Andy Grobengieser, and Dennis Stowe and Don Darryl Rivera, both of whom are in Aladdin on Broadway AND there's another incredible lineup for Season 2! Guests include Rory Donovan - the voice actor of Captain ...
Dec 27, 2022•2 min•Season 2Ep. 1
The Mouse and Me creator and host, Scott Jacobs, wraps up Season 1 with a fun trip down memory lane. In this episode, you'll hear clips from every incredible guest that he interviewed this past year! Thank you for being a part of Season 1 of The Mouse and Me and we hope you’ll tune in for Season 2 on January 3, 2023! Please subscribe to the show, rate and review it, and tell all of your friends. You can follow the show on the socials by searching The Mouse and Me, email Scott at themouseandmepod...
Dec 20, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Hot dog this episode is great! This week, Scott does a deep dive on Mickey's and Minnie's Runaway Railway at Disney's Hollywood Studios. This first-of-its-kind trackless dark ride takes guests inside the wacky and unpredictable world of a Mickey Mouse cartoon short using state-of-the-art technologies and some super cool visual effects to transform the cartoon world into an incredible and immersive multi-dimensional experience! Scott covers fun facts from how the sounds of the attraction were cre...
Dec 13, 2022•17 min
DDR, Iago in Aladdin on Broadway, is back and he and Scott pull out all the stops this week! They talk in detail about the parks, hotels, snacks, and planning strategies. DDR also talks about the time he met Richard Sherman, the Disney park where he proposed to his wife, his many trips to the parks in the US and Paris, how the New Amsterdam Theatre is haunted, and so much more! Find and follow DDR on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @dondarrylrivera. He's also on Facebook (search dondarrylrivera) ...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Don Darryl Rivera (DDR), who plays Iago in Aladdin on Broadway, joins Scott this week for an amazingly fun chat! DDR talks about his involvement with Aladdin - from the show’s inception in Seattle to out of town tryouts in Toronto to opening night on Broadway. They also talk about when DDR met Gilbert Gottfried, when he guested on the national tour of Aladdin, and dropped into the London production for a few weeks. DDR, a proud Filipino, also shares his thoughts on casting equality, what it was ...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This week, the delightful Gabriella Castillo joins Scott for an illuminating chat about her Disney College Program experience. Gabriella worked the Spaceship Earth attraction in Epcot and she talks about the different positions within that attraction, how the attraction gets opened and closed, and how she felt when Mickey Mouse presented her name tag to her after she went through Traditions. Gabriella and Scott also talk about getting walked off of attractions, Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railwa...
Nov 22, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Erica is back this week and she and Scott continue their talk about the rides, snacks, pretzel bread, the Skyliner, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and so much more! They play The Mouse and Me games "Huey, Dewey, and Louie" and "As the Nose Grows - Pinocchio True or False" and they just have way too much! Wait...is that even a thing? Too much fun? We don't think so! Enjoy part 2 with Erica Scanlon Harr! Twitter: @MouseMePodcast TikTok: @TheMouseAndMePodcast FB & Instagram: The Mouse ...
Nov 15, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Former Miss New Jersey and Disney Cruise Line lead performer, Erica Scanlon Harr, joins Scott for an illuminating chat! In this episode, Erica talks about her time as Miss New Jersey and her amazing platform - Autism Advocacy & Awareness. She also shares stories about auditioning and rehearsing for Disney Cruise Line and peels back the curtain and talks about the enormous, physical space of the theatre, dressing rooms, cast cabins, the crew mess, and what it was like performing and playing o...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this week's Magical Moments, Scott breaks down how to get the highest score (999,999 points) on Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters at Disneyland Park in Anaheim. If you follow these tips and tricks, you'll get that highest score AND the coveted Galactic Hero sticker that you can wear proudly for the rest of your day in the park! OK, Space Rangers...listen closely (take notes if you need to), aim, and fire to infinity and be...
Nov 01, 2022•13 min
Andrea is back this week and she and Scott just have the best time ever chatting about the different recording sessions she's been a part of, her vocal coaching studio, her interactions with Ed McMahon at Disney-MGM Studios, and more! They talk favorite snacks, Epcot country, dish at The Hollywood Brown Derby, characters, rides, shows, and so much more! Now…store all your carry-on items in the under-seat compartment, put on your Mickey ears or your princess crown and enjoy another episode of The...
Oct 25, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Andrea Canny stops by The Mouse and Me this week to chat with Scott about so many great things Disney! Andrea shares what it was like producing the full-length documentary, "Billy Flanigan: The Happiest Man on Earth," about Disney performer and legend, Billy Flanigan. Andrea also talks about what it was like originating the role of Belle in "Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage" at Disney-MGM Studios, her time working on "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," her several contracts at both Disney Parks in ...
Oct 18, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, Billy and Scott talk about the time Billy performed for and met stars including Michael Jackson and Bette Midler. Billy also gives a behind the scenes look at both Finding Nemo: The Musical and Finding Nemo: The Big Blue...and Beyond! at Animal Kingdom, what show he'd want to create, and why he wants to be more like Aladdin. They have fun playing Huey, Dewey, and Louie and discuss Billy’s favorite restaurant, dish, snack, character, and more! "Billy Flanigan: The Happiest Man on...
Oct 11, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This week, Scott talks with Disney legend, Billy Flanigan. Billy is the longest contracted Disney performer and in this episode, he shares stories about his 40+ years in entertainment at The Walt Disney Company. Billy also talks about his audition for Disney while attending school at Boston Conservatory of Music, traveling in Walt Disney's private plane, and meeting Princess Diana, Prince William, and Prince Harry! Oh, and another thing...Billy talks about HIS MOVIE, Billy Flanigan: The Happiest...
Oct 04, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Broadway star, Nicolas Dromard, joins Scott for an enlightening chat about his time playing Bert in Mary Poppins on Broadway and on the US National Tour. Nic also shares what it was like rehearsing and filming his AMAZING commercial at Walt Disney World with Mickey Mouse on Main Street USA before the park opened to guests! They also talk about Superheroes in Love - the show Nic created with his wife, Desirée Davar - and his love of the Disney Parks. This episode is Supercalifragilisticexpialidoc...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Sam Bird returns to The Mouse and Me for this week's episode where he and Scott play the ever popular Huey, Dewey, and Louie and As the Nose Grows - Pinocchio True or False games. They chat about the attractions, shows, parades, restaurants, snacks, specific menu items at some of the restaurants…ok..they talk a lot about food...what's wrong with that? :) Sam also answers The Disney Fab Five Questions and you can tell that these two friends just love talking all things Disney! Enjoy Sam Bird - Pa...
Sep 20, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 19
18+ year veteran of The Walt Disney Company, Sam Bird, joins Scott this week for an illuminating chat and peek behind the curtain at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim. Scott and Sam talk about a bunch of different topics including the different roles Sam had within the company, how he repelled down from the ceiling in "it's a small world", his work on the holiday overlay for Haunted Mansion, being a test rider on the Tower of Terror at California Adventure Park, and more! Twitter: @MouseMePodcast...
Sep 13, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Hurry, hurry, hurry…step right up, step right up ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls. Welcome to another Magical Moments episode of The Mouse and Me! Your host, Scottie Midway Jacobs, talks Toy Story (Midway) Mania - from fun facts about the attraction to tips and tricks on how to get a super high score. This episode is fun for the entire family! Enjoy this Magical Moments episode...and may the best toy win! Twitter: @MouseMePodcast TikTok: @TheMouseAndMePodcast FB & Instagram: The Mouse an...
Sep 06, 2022•8 min
This week, the star spangled Tiffany Coburn from Epcot’s “Voices of Liberty” joins Scott for a grand old chat. Tiffany talks about the different roles she had at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim and her 27 year tenure as lead soprano in “Voices of Liberty” - from her audition to rehearsals to the many different performances throughout the parks and country. Tiffany also shares about the time she got stuck on Space Mountain, her favorite country in Epcot, favorite sweet treat, her Disneyland Pari...
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In Part 2 of his interview with Dennis Stowe, Scott talks with Dennis about how technology has changed on Broadway, MJ the Musical, who inspires Dennis, and the best advice he’s received…and gives. They also have a great time playing Huey, Dewey, and Louie and As the Nose Grows - Pinnochio True or False and they talk about Dennis's recent trip to Walt Disney World and his love of Epcot. Twitter: @MouseMePodcast TikTok: @TheMouseAndMePodcast FB & Instagram: The Mouse and Me Email: TheMouseAnd...
Aug 23, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week, Scott reunites with his old pal, Dennis Stowe. Dennis talks about his Broadway career and goes into detail about Aladdin, specifically the audition and rehearsal process, opening night, and what it was like being an understudy and then taking over the iconic role of Jafar. He also shares his thoughts about the "Disney Magic" and having a magical theatrical experience at Aladdin on Broadway. Twitter: @MouseMePodcast TikTok: @TheMouseAndMePodcast FB & Instagram: The Mouse and Me Ema...
Aug 16, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Last week, Andy and Scott talked about the first national tour of The Lion King, playing on the original Broadway cast recording of The Little Mermaid, working with Elton John and Alan Menken, and traveling as a pianist and musical director on Disney Cruise Line. In this episode, Andy and Scott go deep with the Disney Parks chat. They play extended versions of Huey, Dewey, and Louie and Pinocchio True or False and they just have an all-around great time. Enjoy Andy Grobengieser - Part 2! Twitter...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 14
Scott's old pal - Broadway conductor and keyboard player, Andy Grobengieser - joins him for an illuminating chat about Andy's first Disney job as a keyboard player on the first national tour of The Lion King. Andy also shares what it was like recording the Grammy-nominated original Broadway cast album of The Little Mermaid, working with Elton John and Alan Menken, and his time as a pianist on Disney Cruise Line. He also plays / demonstrates a bit of "A Whole New World" and talks about the differ...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this week's episode, Scott and Tyler continue their talk about Tyler's time at the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World as both a kid and an adult and his favorite park snacks and attractions on both coasts. The Disney games Huey, Dewey, and Louie and As the Nose Grows - Pinocchio True or False are on tap for this episode where you'll find out some of Tyler's favorite restaurants, snacks, and attractions. Tap or click the play button RIGHT NOW to hear part 2 of these friends having a good ...
Jul 26, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Scott is thrilled to welcome his friend, world champion Irish dancer Tyler Schwartz, to the podcast this week. The gents talk about a host of topics including how Tyler got into Irish dancing, his national and world tours, his multiple Irish dance world records, his multi-year contract as the lead dancer in Celtic Fire at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and his gig at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World. Tyler also talks about what it was like to navigate working at Disney and his time off in the pa...
Jul 19, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 11
The young and ferociously talented Charlie Kahler joins Scott for this week's episode. Charlie talks about his recent experiences touring in The Lion King as Young Simba including the audition and rehearsal process and what it was like traveling the country and performing during a global pandemic. Charlie also shares stories about his recent featured role in the Disney+ movie, Better Nate Than Ever, and shares some advice for other kids who want to pursue a career in the performing arts. Twitter...
Jul 12, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Scott gets asked two questions often - “Do you like Disney World or Disneyland better?” and “We want to go to Disney - should we go to Disney World or Disneyland?” While there are some people who will answer those questions without hesitation, Scott can't do that. There's a lot to talk about when comparing The Disneyland Resort in Anaheim and Walt Disney World and in this episode, he compares seven major topics including the parks, hotels, transportation, and some of the attractions. Twitter: @M...
Jul 05, 2022•23 min
