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In a special episode, OnStage Blog Managing Member Greg Ehrhardt joins Rachel and Jacklyn to talk about how and why he decided to suddenly and impulsively audition for his first community theatre play ever. Greg shares some tips for others looking to audition for the first time, and Rachel reveals her debut into community theatre as well!

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This week on The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, we’re catching up on a little bit of everything happening in the theatre world.

We talk about the latest Broadway news, the growing world of proshots, and some shows we’ve recently seen for the first time.

And because apparently this is where the conversation was destined to go, Rachel also ranks the Shakespeare productions she's seen this year.

It’s a fun, wide-ranging theatre conversation about what we’re watching, what we’re thinking about, and what’s caught our attention lately.

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Jacklyn visited Rachel in her home state of Utah to see five shows in just two days, including Anything Goes, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and more!

In this episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, they recap their Utah theatre marathon, discuss each production they saw, and share what they learned about Utah's surprisingly vibrant theatre scene.

Five shows. Two days. A lot of driving. And still not enough theatre for one weekend. 

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On this episode of the OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, Jacklyn and Rachel preview the biggest and most intriguing shows coming to Broadway and Off-Broadway in Fall 2026.

They break down what’s ahead on Broadway and Off-Broadway and share the shows we’ll be keeping a close eye on as the 2026-2027 New York theatre season gets underway.

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Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier are going around the country to break down regional theatre seasons, looking at everything from ambitious programming choices and exciting revivals to new works and the most surprising picks.

Joining the conversation is special guest Rina Saltzman, Secretary-Treasurer of ATPAM (Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers).

Which regional theatre has the best 2026–2027 season? Let us know in the comments! Please note, this was recorded in June 2026. 

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Not every Broadway song can be a showstopper.

In this episode of the OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier count down their top 10 worst Broadway songs of all time. From beloved classics they just don't connect with to songs they think derail otherwise great musicals, nothing is off limits.

Listen to how Jacklyn, being the nice person she is, struggled with getting to 10, while Rachel had more than enough to choose from!

Do you agree with their choices—or did they leave off a song you can't stand? Let us know in the comments!

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 In this episode, Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier count down their ten favorite Broadway songs of all time, explaining why these numbers continue to inspire, move, and define musical theatre. Which songs made the cut? Which beloved classics were left off? Listen in and see how your own list compares. 

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On this episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, we're joined by Rina Saltzman, Secretary-Treasurer of ATPAM (The Association of Theatrical Press Agents and Managers, IATSE Local 18032).

Rina shares with Rachel and Jacklyn her unique perspective on the often-unseen world of theatrical press and company management before taking us behind the scenes of the Tony Awards. We discuss what it means to be a Tony voter, how productions prepare for their performance on Broadway's biggest night, and the enormous amount of planning and coordination that goes into making the ceremony look effortless.

Whether you're curious about the business side of theatre or have ever wondered what really happens behind the curtain at the Tony Awards, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Was George Washington America's first theatre nerd?

As the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, we're taking a look at a side of George Washington that rarely makes it into history books: his lifelong love of theatre. From attending performances throughout his life to supporting the arts during the nation's earliest days, Washington's passion for the stage may surprise you.

In this special episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, we explore how theatre shaped the cultural landscape of early America and why the country's first president was one of its most enthusiastic audience members.

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OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Utah Theater Lovers' Megan Gutierrez join Rachel and Jax to recap the 2026 Tony Awards. They discuss the night's biggest winners, most shocking surprises, standout performances, and the moments everyone is still talking about. Plus, they take a closer look at the telecast itself—what worked, what didn't, and how this year's broadcast measured up to Broadway's biggest night.

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