Swings have always been an integral part of musical theatre, but these insanely talented individuals have really been put to the test lately with all the last minute casting needs due to actors testing positive for Covid and missing performances. Richard Gatta joins us to talk about working as a swing in "The Music Man", which is currently running on Broadway with Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster.

The incredibly talented Shafiq Hicks joins us to talk about playing Tom Collins in the national tour of Rent. Hear about performing on the road, singing with Aretha Franklin, and the legacy of Jonathan Larson's last show.

What is the best/worst thing you have eaten on stage and/or what is the best/worst food you have eaten before a show? Benita and Ellen read our listeners' hilarious (and sometimes disgusting) stories of food in the theater!

Laura Roth has spent years thriving as a performer with a very special talent - impersonation. From Judy Garland to Dolly Parton, she can transform her voice and physique to bring these powerhouses to life before your eyes. We talk to her about creating your own opportunities as a performer, and about a special upcoming performance to honor the essential workers at Glens Falls Hospital.

Chris Foster and Patrick White are back for our 3rd annual theater wrap up, where we discuss everything theater of the past year! Luckily we had more to chat about than in 2020!

Stephen Sondheim was a titan of musical theatre and left us with so many beautiful musicals before his death at the age of 91 in November 2021. His body of work continues to have such an impact on so many artists and has touched so many lives. In this special Sondheim tribute episode, we read our listeners' comments containing their favorite lyrics and stories about the power of Sondheim's words.

Actor and Director, Michael Marotta, joins us to talk about changes in the industry, dealing with rejection, how to approach an audition, balancing directing and acting, and his exciting new show, "Romeo and Bernadette" at Theater 555 in NYC. 

Aaron Holbritter, Founding Producer of Creative License Theater Collective, joins us to chat about their exciting collaboration with Playhouse Stage Company and their new home at the Cohoes Music Hall!