Connor and Dylan toast to 200 episodes of DRAMA. with this special anniversary celebration with Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara (The King & I, The Gilded Age). After some sentimental words, the twins welcome this absolute queen to the podcast, diving into a conversation about the origins and importance of Days of Wine and Roses at the Atlantic Theater Company (now through July 16). Kelli gushes over working with Brian d’Arcy James, teases a riveting second season of The Gilded Age (featuring Laura Benanti), and her Oklahoma upbringing with movie musicals. Kelli gives flowers to Kristin Chenoweth and the late, legendary Mrs. Florence Birdwell for exposing her to the world of Broadway - leading to her glorious career. The conversation revisits Kelli’s Broadway memories of hiding her pregnancy during South Pacific, embracing the vulnerability of womanhood in Bridges of Madison County, nightly joy of Kiss Me Kate alongside Will Chase, and finally winning a Tony Award in 2015. Kelli brings serenity, kindness, authenticity, and more to this fabulous milestone episode!

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Grace Hodgett Young (Sunset Blvd, Hadestown). Ahead of her final weekend of performances in the Tony-winning revival of Sunset Blvd, Grace sits down with the twins for a thrilling exit interview for the ages. We cover: auditioning for the ensemble, getting cast as Betty Schaeffer, why Grace initially passed on the New York transfer, and what her Broadway highlights have been. We of course dive into all things Nicole Scherzinger, including our favorite YouTube videos and X Factor judging iconography from the Tony Award-winning diva. Don’t worry, we ask what Grace has learned from her New York experience, what it’s like working with heartthrob co-stars Tom Francis and Diego Andres Rodriguez, and her favorite onstage moments in Jamie Lloyd’s Sunset. Hadestown fans will be thrilled to hear tea about that West End production, the cast, and what songs she loved singing nightly. Moments from Mountview, growing up in Nottingham, and living her Gossip Girl NYC fantasy are all on the pod. Don’t miss Grace in Sunset Blvd through this weekend only!

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Breaking news: Soda Scout has left the Villa. And so has Cierra. And the twins are about to, as well. There is MUCH to discuss on this week’s TWIN TALK. But first, just like the rest of the world who likes inflicting pain upon themselves, Connor and Dylan break down their thoughts on season three of And Just Like That… yikes. Much is afoot in the theatre world: Gypsy has a Sunday Mama Rose (hello, Montego Glover!), Tom Francis took his last drive to Paramount, and Two Strangers Carry a Cake finds its way to New York… hopefully? Maybe? You also get to hear a full breakdown of this year’s Broadway Bares – the hottest gay club in New York City. Musings on Love Island’s middling yet addictive season, thoughts on how Drag Race All Stars 10 has shaken out, and summer blockbusters are all included in this week’s episode. It’s Virgin Summer, y’all (iykyk)! Thanks for talkin’!

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Jordan Tyson (Gypsy, The Notebook). Here she is, pod. Here she is, WORLD! During a heat wave and New York Pride, the twins sat down with Broadway’s Jordan Tyson, a performer as generous and kind as she is talented. It’s Dainty June herself, y’all! But first: a return to the Boat (OG listeners are in for a treat). Hear all about Jordan’s experience playing June in Gypsy, sharing the stage with Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein, Lesli Margherita, and Joy Woods, and how she ended up in this hit show. We of course have to gush over Audra and her massive impact, dating way back to “Stars & The Moon” watch sessions and solo album tracks. Jordan reflects on her beautiful experience in The Notebook, where she found a family for life, including her mentor Maryann Plunkett and her bestie John Cardoza. Don’t worry, we GO THERE on musical theatre earworm sensation “If This Is Love.” Jordan shares what playing Younger Allie taught her and how those lessons have carried her into this next era of life, as well as a little about her upcoming EP. This chat is true girlie time! Settle in and prepare to do kicks, flips, and tricks.

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Connor and Dylan are joined by Graham Phillips (Little Shop of Horrors, 13). Suddenly, Graham y’all! The twins are gagged to have this star of stage and screen on the podcast to honor his highly anticipated return to the New York stage. But first, the boys gag over Orville Peck and Eva Noblezada in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. Graham is currently starring as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors, alongside longtime friend and castmate Liz Gillies. From the workshops of 13 to the streets of Skid Row, they’re finally reunited onstage. Graham discusses what it’s been like joining the show, spills tea on the roles-that-almost-were over the years, and a possible clowning storyline. We ask about highlights from The Good Wife (and what he would’ve done on The Good Fight!), memories from Riverdale, and his film studio that he runs with his brother: Phillips Pictures. Chemistry reads with Zachary Quinto, wrap parties with Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford, and late night karaoke sessions with Liz Gillies and 13 alums are allllll mentioned. Stick around to find out what Graham’s (and Seymour Krelborn’s) enneagram type is! Catch Graham in Little Shop of Horrors through July 27th only.Follow Graham on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by the one, the only, THE bombshell: Robyn Hurder (Smash, Moulin Rouge! The Musical). The first ever 3x guest on the pod, y’all! With only one week left in SMASH on Broadway’s too-short run, Robyn joins the twins to mention it ALL. We talk playing the stage version of Ivy Lynn, how Robyn stays healthy and positive as one of Broadway’s triple threat leading ladies, and what her favorite onstage moments and songs are. Take notes as this Tony nominee spills wisdom on workplace mentality, developing new musicals, and why her social media presence has changed… and will change again. By the way, Susan Stroman is the GOAT. Robyn also catches the twins up on life after A Beautiful Noise, which included finally leading Chicago on Broadway as Velma Kelly. Iconic co-stars included Ariana Madix, Max Von Essen, Orfeh, and Max Clayton. HELLO. Oh, and Robyn also teases a little nugget about what’s coming after SMASH. The children are going to GAG. Jamie Lloyd’s Evita boxer shorts, The Traitors, and gay pride top off this amazing reunion chat. There’s a reason this queen has been back to the podcast three times. You’re going to fall even more in love with her today. See SMASH on Broadway before it’s too late! Fade in on a pod…

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What happened? IT happened! The twins are talking this week to break down the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. The highs, lows, glitz, glamour, history-making wins, snubs, and favorite moments are all on the table. The most dramatic, debated, and delicious Best Lead Actress in a Musical race finally has a winner… what did we think? Connor has a hot take on a major category that left Dylan stunned. From Oh, Mary! happiness to balcony bits, there’s an endless array of topics to devour. Audra McDonald’s Mama Rose and Nicole Scherzinger’s Norma Desmond took the stage for solo moments for the history books, while history literally had its eyes on the 10th anniversary reunion performance with the original Broadway cast of Hamilton. Moments from Maybe Happy Ending, Death Becomes Her, Real Women Have Curves, Operation Mincemeat, and MORE are broken down. Was something missing? What are we dreaming of next year? Is Pirate Ramin Karimloo single? Where, oh Where do I get this Tony? Listen now and join Drama+, our bonus content platform at patreon.com/thedramapodcast, for extra episodes and even more drama!

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Betty Who (Recording Artist, Hadestown). Now there’s fire burning in the valley, y’all… THE Betty Who joins the twins for the 300th episode of DRAMA. Ahead of the “Out of the Darkness” tour, Betty is here to talk all things new: music, show, and era. But not just an era of artistry, it’s a new era of life that they’re feeling supercharged for. Leave those Pride flags out and get ready to SWEAT in this #pride-friendly summer tour! Betty dives into the highs and lows of being in Hadestown on Broadway for six months as Persephone. We cover favorite offstage moments, as well as memories from being in the building with Solea Pfeiffer, Jordan Fisher, Philip Boykin, and Lillias White. Betty also teases a little bit about the original musical she’s writing before the boys ask about their favorite Betty Who tracks, bouncing from each album and getting the tea from the artist directly. “Just Thought You Should Know,” “Wanna Be”, and “High Society” are discussed at length, along with Audra McDonald’s thrilling performance in Gypsy on Broadway. Stick around for some doses of drama and absolutely incredible conversation between the twins and Betty Who. Stream “Run!” and “Sweat” and get your ticket to the Out of the Darkness tour this summer. It’s Betty Who season, y’all!

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Connor and Dylan are joined by Kyle Selig (Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, Mean Girls). Summer is upon us, and the twins are excited to welcome the dreamy and delightful Kyle Selig for his long-awaited episode of DRAMA. He brings his sunny personality and sense of humor to the pod for an amazing chat, almost like we’re… old friends. Speaking of “Old Friends,” we chat about the beautiful Broadway production that Kyle is part of alongside Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and friend of the pod Beth Leavel, as he sings the “Sondheim Tenor Sampler Platter.” Naturally, this trio gushes over Kyle’s wife, Erika Henningsen (now starring in Just in Time), and recounts moments in their love story from Mean Girls to their wedding day. The conversation includes stories about Water for Elephants, Los Angeles living, and superstar Grey Henson. We reflect on The Goofy Movie, Welcome to Flatch, and Aaron Tveit and Gavin Creel’s impact on a young Kyle. Stick around for Thunderbolts* and Miss Flo (yes gawd!), plus many doses of DRAMA. and the birth of a beautiful friendship among these millennial men. See Kyle in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends through June 29th!

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Dylan and Connor are joined by Tatianna Córdoba (Real Women Have Curves). Y’all, we are SO obsessed with this breakout star from Real Women Have Curves: The Musical. Listen in as the twins get the inside scoop on Tatianna’s first ever Broadway season, what it’s been like to lead this new musical as Ana Garcia, and the incredible company she’s a part of. We gush over Justina Machado, gag for the backstage telenovela created by the cast, and the powerful way audiences are engaging with Real Women Have Curves. Tati takes us back to the Bay Area, where her love of the arts began with Annie and was accelerated by Lin-Manuel Miranda. We have a discussion about the importance of body representation and the visibility of Black and Brown people on stage. Thankfully, shows like RWHC have BOTH mama! We’re in the presence of a culture queen, y’all! Tatianna is just as addicted to binge watching all the latest shows (Severance!) as well as some classics (Lost!), while curating music playlists for every season of life. Connor rides for Maren Morris, Dylan has One of Them Days, and Tatianna gags for KATSEYE. While listening to this episode, pull out your phone and snag a seat to Real Women Have Curves on Broadway. You will love it, and obviously will love Tatianna!

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