In this episode, we sit down with Tony Award winner Cady Huffman. Cady takes us on a journey through her career, from her early days in youth theater to her Tony-winning performances on Broadway. She shares fascinating insights into working with legendary directors like Bob Fosse and collaborating with comedy genius Mel Brooks on "The Producers."

Cady opens up about her current role as director of the off-Broadway show "Empire," discussing the challenges and joys of bringing the history of the Empire State Building to life on stage. She also reveals her passion for inclusive storytelling and her vision for future projects, including a fresh take on "The Music Man" and a performance piece about Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz.

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