U Guys, Drama Desk and OBIE Award-winning puppet designer and director, James Ortiz is here!

From his enormous, OBIE Award-winning, dinosaur puppets in Lincoln Center's The Skin of Our Teeth, to the creation of fan favorite Milky White the cow in the Broadway Revival of Into The Woods, James Ortiz's work is as imaginative as it is impactful. A graduate of the acting program at SUNY Purchase, James has worked as a designer, director, and performer in reputable regional houses all over the country, like The MUNY, Hartford Stage, Papermill Playhouse, Yale Rep, and Ars Nova. Most recently his work was seen onstage at Arena Stage in the world premiere of Heather Christian's musical adaptation of A Wrinkle In Time. You can also catch James in the upcoming original feature film, Project Hail Mary, opposite Ryan Gosling in the spring of 2026. In this episode, James shares insight on the world of puppetry and its importance onstage, and we touch on how his work has impacted people across the globe. On top of it all, James is simply the loveliest. U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, Broadway star and two-time Tony Nominee, Christopher Sieber is here!

First, I give you all the latest Bway news in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap! Then I am joined by current star of Broadway's Death Becomes Her, Christopher Sieber, to talk all about his incredible career! A veteran of the stage and screen, Christopher has an amazing resume spanning from playing the father of the Olsen twins on ABC's Two of A Kind, to his tony-nominated performance as Lord Farquaad in Broadway's Shrek The Musical. He shares about his experience being an openly queer man in the world of tv/film, and gives advice about working through difficult imposter syndrome. We talk about the journey of his current show, Death Becomes Her, getting to Broadway, and how it differs from playing roles in long-running shows like Billy Flynn in Chicago. From the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company, to the Broadway revival of La Cage Aux Folles, Christopher has truly done it all, and has garnered a well-deserved industry reverence. He is truly a delight, U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, star of the screen and the stage, Vicki Lewis is here!

First, I give you all the latest Bway tea in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap. Then I am joined by a true legend of the stage and screen, Vicki Lewis! Most recently seen in A Wrinkle In Time at Arena Stage in Washington, DC, Vicki Lewis has an incredible and extensive resume of projects, spanning from originating the role of Gloria in the Broadway revival of Damn Yankees, to voicing the roles of Deb and Flo in the Disney/Pixar smash hit movie Finding Nemo. Vicki shares about navigating the world of tv and film in Los Angeles, having played roles on countless tv shows, including a five-season run on the NBC sit-com NewsRadio. We touch on the realities of being a working actor, and how her singular voice has led to a huge list of voice-over credits. From Broadway's Anastasia, to playing Velma Kelly in Chicago, Vicki's stage credits are just as vibrant and vast as her work in tv and film. On top of it all, Vicki is just the loveliest. U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, Broadway star and Tony Nominee Amber Gray is here!

First, I fill you in on all the latest Bway updates, from closing announcements to casting announcements, in this week's BroadwayWorld Recap, brought to you by my wonderful friends at BroadwayWorld.com.

Then I am joined by Broadway star Amber Gray to discuss her amazing career on stage and screen, and beyond! Currently starring as Mrs. Whatsit in the World Premiere of Heather Christian's musical adaptation of A Wrinkle In Time, Amber Gray is no stranger to originating roles. From Helene in Great Comet, to her Tony-nominated portrayal of Persephone in Hadestown, Amber's talent and artistry know no bounds and hold a singular place in the musical theater canon. In this episode, we talk about everything from higher education in the arts, to being a mother and a full-time working actor. Amber is truly one of the best, both onstage and off. U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, this very special bonus episode features the delightful playwright and star of the new show House of Life, Ben Welch! Described as a "feel-good, part re-birth, part rave," House of Life is a traveling musical cult-collective, hosted by the Rave-Rend, with one mission: to get you happy at any cost. After becoming a hit in London and Edinburgh , this new musical experience, starring Ben Welch and co-creator Trev, is coming to NYC for a very special pop-up engagement, June 20th, and 22nd, at Three Dollar Bill, and WARA respectively. Based in the UK, Ben Welch is the creator of Sheep Soup, a company that creates and produces musical theatre, gigs, and cabarets, known for their improvisational style and collaborative approach. Ben is such a delight, U don't wanna miss this episode! And don't forget to get your tickets to House of Life, at www.houseoflife.me

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From originating the role of Mopsa in Broadway's Head Over Heels, to taking on the role of Catherine Parr in Six: The Musical, Taylor Iman Jones is here!

U Guys, this week's BroadwayWorld Recap has all the latest Bway news, brought to you by my pals at BroadwayWorld.com. Then I am joined by Broadway actor Taylor Iman Jones, currently starring in the world premier production of A Wrinkle In Time at Arena Stage. Originally from California, Taylor made their way to NYC and eventually to Broadway, making their debut in Groundhog Day. After originating the role of Mopsa in Broadway's Head Over Heels opposite Bonnie Milligan, Taylor went on to join productions of Hamilton, and Six. In this episode, we discuss everything from the journey of playing roles in community theater to originating roles in Broadway-bound musicals, and beyond. U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, Jon Patrick Walker is here!

Jon made his professional stage debut at the age of eight, and has been a working actor for twenty-five years, appearing in film, television, and on-and off-Broadway. In 2006, Jon portrayed Bruce Springsteen in the Broadway rock musical, High Fidelity. The following year, Jon appeared in a workshop staging of a new Pete Townshend rock opera, The Boy Who Heard Music. In 2010, Jon made his debut at Carnegie Hall, portraying one of his primary musical heroes, John Lennon, in Alarm Will Sound’s 1969. In the fall of 2015, Jon worked with another musical hero, David Byrne, in a workshop production of Mr. Byrne’s Saint Joan.

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U Guys, current Nessarose in Wicked on Broadway, Jenna Bainbridge is here! First, I bring you all the latest Bway tea in the BroadwayWorld Recap. Then I’m joined by Jenna as she shares her journey as an actor and advocate for disability rights, highlighting her role as Nessarose in Wicked. She discusses the importance of authentic representation of disabled individuals in the arts, her personal experiences with disability, and how these experiences shape her performances. Jenna also reflects on her transition from sports to the performing arts, the challenges of navigating accessibility in New York, and her involvement in new Broadway shows like Suffs. We talk about the intricacies of representation in musical theater, particularly focusing on the importance of casting disabled actors in roles that reflect their identities. Jenna also touches on the creative process behind building new shows, and the challenges faced by marginalized individuals in the audition room. Jenna is so insightful and lovely, U don’t wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, the Judy to my Babs, Thomas Doelger is here!

This week's BroadwayWorld has your Bway updates, including a tribute to the late, great, William Finn. Then I am joined by one of my favorite people, current understudy for Elder Price in The Book of Mormon on Broadway, Thomas Doelger! A graduate with a BFA in Musical Theater from Emerson College, Thomas is a non-binary performer based in New York City. In this episode we talk about it all, from being a replacement in a long-running Broadway show, to our mutual love of Wicked. Thomas shares about their experience navigating the highs and lows of a career in the arts, and having a partner who is also a performer. Thomas shares about making their Broadway debut in The Book of Mormon, and we chat about our similar experiences as non-binary performers in a heavily gendered industry. Thomas is truly a gem, U don't wanna miss this episode!

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U Guys, this week’s episode has all the latest Bway updates in my BroadwayWorld Recap! Then I am joined by the delightful Mikayla Renfrow to chat all about her amazing career. Fresh off of graduating with a BFA from CCM, Mikayla joined the Broadway company of Wicked in the role of Nessarose. Since then, she has gone on to cover the roles of Jasmine in Disney’s Aladdin, and Velma Kelly in Chicago The Musical. In this episode we talk about the ups and downs of navigating a blossoming career on Broadway, and what it means to use your individual voice and put your own stamp on things. Mikayla also shares some amazing stories about preparedness for last minute swing-ons, and how she stays grounded in the chaos. Mik is truly such a doll, U don’t wanna miss this episode!

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