In the tenth episode of the podcast, Broadway composer Joe Iconis visits the shop to perform a few songs and share insights about his career. David and Mark-Eugene also bring in their coworker Aaron Clark Burstein to discuss Joe's work. Later,

Bambi Everson and Sincerely Held Beliefs

Apr 19th, 2024 1h 5m

In the ninth episode, David and Mark-Eugene delve into a lively discussion about playwright and cherished friend of the store, Bambi Everson. Following that, our guest Moderator Jay Michaels joins Playwright Bambi Everson to explore her illustr

Emily Mann: Rebel Artist of the American Theatre

Mar 30th, 2024 56m 30s

In Episode Eight, David and Mark-Eugene continue honoring Women's History Month with an insightful interview featuring Emily Mann and Alexis Greene. Emily Mann shares her journey as a distinguished playwright, director, and artistic director, i

Here's to The Ladies: Conversations with More Great Women of Musical Theatre- Part 2

Mar 13th, 2024 49m 17s

In the seventh episode, the Mystery Guest of the Drama Book Shop is finally unveiled! Eddie Shapiro resumes his engaging discussions with prominent Broadway actresses, extending the conversation to include input from the Drama Book Shop attende

Here's to The Ladies: Conversations with More Great Women of Musical Theatre- Part 1

Mar 8th, 2024 1h 1m

In this week's episode, Mark-Eugene and David bring in Paul Rigano to talk about the creation of the opening and closing music of the podcast, and later, Eddie Shapiro introduces a star-studded panel of leading ladies, including Faith Prince, M

Patrick Page, Elma Linz Kanefield, and Hamlet's Mirror: Reaching Your Potential Onstage and Off

Feb 23rd, 2024 56m 39s

In this episode, Mark-Eugene and David open up about stage fright, anxiety, rejection and possible ways to cope. Meanwhile, guest moderator Patrick Page guides us through the profound insights provided by Elma Linz Kanefield, LCSW. Elma, a dist

Bernie Ardia and At Sea with Patrick Dennis: My Madcap Mexican Adventure with the Author of Auntie Mame

Feb 16th, 2024 29m 29s

In the fourth episode, Mark-Eugene and David explore the significance of Patrick Dennis and his literary works in shaping the history of Broadway musicals such as "Mame" and "Little Me." The episode includes a captivating interview with Bernie

Episode 1.2 - Matthew McLachlan: Another Collection of One Acts and More Things You May or May Not Enjoy

Feb 3rd, 2024 1h 8m

In the second episode, hosts David Rigano and Mark-Eugene Garcia introduce the latest work of a favorite playwright and friend, Matthew McLachlan. Matthew's newest publication, "Another Collection of One Acts and More Things You May or May Not

Joe Tracz, Rob Rokicki, and The Lightning Thief The Percy Jackson Musical.

Feb 3rd, 2024 58m 59s

In the third episode of the Drama Book Show, hosts David Rigano and Mark-Eugene Garcia share insights into their musical theatre writing backgrounds and the significance of the theatre family. The episode features a compelling in-store intervie

Matthew McLachlan: Another Collection of One Acts and More Things You May or May Not Enjoy

Jan 20th, 2024 1h 11m

Rick Pender and The Stephen Sondheim Encyclopedia

Jan 13th, 2024 50m 5s

In our inaugural episode, hosts David Rigano and Mark-Eugene Garcia introduce themselves and discuss their favorite Stephen Sondheim shows. The episode features an enlightening interview with Rick Pender, the author of "The Stephen Sondheim Enc

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