Take A Bow

Calvin Cooper joins this week's episode of Take A Bow while being in just a few days in rehearsals for Doubtfire! Calvin opens up about the steps being taken to ensure that Broadway comes back better and more inclusive than ever! Lots of fascinating stories to hear in this episode!

Calvin Cooper, Curtain Up!

Calvin and Eli's talk about:

Connect with Calvin Cooper on Instagram: @calvinlmontcooper

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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Fun Home, The Secret Garden, and Parade star and fellow Broadway kid, Oscar Williams is Take A Bow's first live interview. To celebrate, this week guest also happens to co-host the episode alongside host Eli Tokash. The two reflect on their time on Broadway and the current pop-culture of Broadway. This episode will be sure to make you laugh while giving you very strong advice and guidance to learn from.

Oscar Williams, Curtain Up!

Oscar and Eli's talk about:

Connect with Oscar Williams on Instagram: @oscarwwilliams

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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As a successful producer at the most popular concert venues in the industry, including 54 Below, Abby DePhillips takes us through what it takes to be a concert producer. It's not your typical producer so there is lots to learn in this fun episode full of laughs.

Abby DePhillips, Curtain Up!

Abby and Eli's talk about:

Connect with Abby DePhillips on Instagram: @abbydephillips

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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American Idol and Phantom of the Opera star, Eric Anthony Lopez Takes A Bow this week. Eric had a different experience when he hears "Broadway Shutdown", as he never experienced a 17 month shutdown. He was seen internationally in Phantom of The Opera, a production that was only ONE of TWO productions IN THE WORLD to continue their shows. This unique experience led to incredible stories and a wonderful podcast episode.

Eric Anthony Lopez, Curtain Up!

Eric and Eli's talking points include:

Connect with Eric Anthony Lopez on Instagram: @eric.anthony.lopez

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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Hear from Broadway stars Lilias White, Tamika Lawrence, Greg Hildreth, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kimberly Marable, Salisha Thomas, Eric Anthony Lopez, Stage Manager Cody Renard Richard, and Director Sammi Cannold as Take A Bow takes on the Red Carpet. Tune in for an all access experience of the first premiere in a Broadway theatre in years!

Curtain Up on The Red Carpet

Episode talking points include:

+ a ton more

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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On The Town star, Jay Armstrong Johnson, joins this week's episode to promote two upcoming events. The veteran of six Broadway shows, gives great insight into how hard this industry is. He also shares his experiences of being a writer, producer, actor, costume designer, location scout, a rights agent, and more. WHAT CAN'T HE DO?! Well, he can't sit still. There is so much to learn in this incredible episode from all sides of the industry.

Jay Armstrong Johnson, Curtain Up!

Jay and Eli's talking points include:

Connect with Jay Armstrong Johnson on Instagram: @Jay_A_Johnson

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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With 12 Broadway shows combined, Stephen Hanna & Bret Shuford share their expertise and journeys this week. These Broadway stars share how they've been able to use their musical theatre talents to pivot during the pandemic in other jobs, such as life coaching and a dance teacher. Hear hilarious back stage stories and so much more!!

Stephen, Bret, and Eli talking points include:

Stephen Hanna & Bret Shuford, Curtain Up!

Connect with Stephen and Bret on Instagram: @bretshuford, @stephenrhanna, and @broadwayhusbands

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Spongebob) and Drama Desk Nominee Nick Blaemire have teamed up to create a new concept album Edge of the World. The two are both the lyricist and composer, and also starring in the album. Edge of the World drops tomorrow, August 5th, on all music platforms!

Ethan, Nick, and Eli talking points include:

Ethan Slater and Nick Blaemire, Curtain Up!

Connect with Ethan and Nick on Instagram: @ethanslater and @blaemire

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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After getting his start in the 2017 Jimmy Awards, Antonio has caught stride in becoming a main star on Broadway. Currently in Jagged Little Pill, he has also been doing double duty with tons of other projects. Antonio is now transitioning into tv/film and will be a series filming an upcoming TV show, Safehaven. During quarantine he has worked on several projects but his newest one In The Light is truly something special. He talks about how he was able to record a cast album from his home.

Antonio and Eli talking points include:

Connect with Antonio on Instagram: @antoniocipriano_

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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Appearing in 3 Broadway shows by the age of 13, Luke Mannikus is a child professional now transitioning into adulthood in the industry. He was able to take what he learned at a young age to help with his transition and you can soon see him in Trevor The Musical Off-Broadway.

Luke and Eli talking points include:

Connect with Luke on Instagram: @lukemannikus

Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast

Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli

Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network

Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash)

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