Colin Israel tells us what it's like performing with children on Broadway. He also reveals what COVID-19 has meant for him personally, and how life's unforeseen challenges can force you to pivot in creative ways.http://www.waitinginthewingsbr

Broadway’s SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS + Phil Sloves

Sep 19th, 2022 26m 49s

Phil Sloves tells us what it’s like to get hit in the face with a Broadway spotlight. We’ll also learn how he got his Broadway show from an ECC and what it was like getting the closing notice a week into rehearsal.http://www.waitinginthewingsb

Broadway’s THE FULL MONTY/DEAR EVAN HANSON + Jason Moye

Sep 5th, 2022 33m 27s

We’ll find out what it’s like to perform naked on Broadway. Plus, we’ll hear about the times when you can pull an all-nighter to keep the show going and the times . . . you can’t. Nobody wants to break Kristin Chenoweth. http://www.waitingint

Broadway's WICKED, COME FROM AWAY, SIX, DEAR EVAN HANSON + Jen Ash

Aug 22nd, 2022 26m 17s

Stage manager Jen Ash tells us how she learned what a stage manager substitute does, and explains the ins and outs of the job - learning entire shows in TWO DAYS! In Season 2's *wildcard episode, we get her unique perspective on what it's like

Broadway's HAMILTON, IN THE HEIGHTS + Antuan "Magic" Raimone

Aug 8th, 2022 30m 52s

Antuan "Magic" Raimone shares what it means to be a universal swing for the different companies of HAMILTON across the United States. He also offers TERRIFIC advice about auditioning and how to make it in this business. http://www.waitinginth

Broadway's NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, WICKED + Nick Gaswirth

Jul 25th, 2022 29m 9s

Nick Gaswirth flies out to cover roles in WICKED across the country. He tells us how he does it, and how things have changed for him being a new dad during a pandemic.http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com

Broadway's THE RAINMAKER, THE COUNTRY GIRL, A DOLL'S HOUSE P2, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD + Angela Reed

Jul 11th, 2022 28m 27s

What's it like to understudy movie stars like Frances MacDormand and Laurie Metcalf? Is it nerve-wracking to act opposite Morgan Freeman? Broadway theater actress Angela Reed knows first hand! Plus, she'll tell us the mind-blowing story of

Broadway's AMERICAN BUFFALO/GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS/SPEED THE PLOW + Jordan Lage

Jun 27th, 2022 35m 58s

Theater/TV/Film veteran and Atlantic Theater Company co-founder, Jordan Lage, tells us what it's like performing the work of David Mamet and understudying Sam Rockwell and Laurence Fishburne on Broadway. Having been a teacher for almost 30 yea

Broadway's PARADISE SQUARE + Kristen Beth Williams

Jun 13th, 2022 35m 18s

Kristen Beth Williams has understudied some of the most famous leading women on Broadway including Sutton Foster. Hear how she handles the pressure and what happens when you win an Olivier in London!!! She's the biggest star you've never met

Gratitude Bonus Episode

Jun 6th, 2022 3m 55s

This short, bonus episode is my opportunity to say thank you in between seasons!! Without YOU, we wouldn't be here, so thank you, thank you, thank you. Reach our to me anytime!

Broadway's AIN'T TOO PROUD..., WONDERLAND, CHICKEN AND BISCUITS + E. Clayton Cornelius: Ep 007

May 30th, 2022 23m 54s

In this final Episode from Season 1, we learn how E. Clayton Cornelius went from a Broadway swing on shows like DIRTY DANCING and THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS to playing leading roles in musicals like AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATI

Broadway's WICKED, PHANTOM, M BUTTERFLY and MORE! + Anne McPherson: Ep 006

May 23rd, 2022 31m 54s

Substitute stage management is as art! Anne McPherson has more Broadway shows to her name than I can count. In this exciting *wild card* episode, we learn all about the mysterious, amazing world of being a substitute stage manager - that's r

Broadway’s COMPANY + Tally Sessions: Ep 005

May 16th, 2022 33m 41s

With a career spanning 20 years, Tally Sessions gives us a real look at what it means to be a career understudy. From his early days on Broadway to performing with Patti LuPone, we discuss how being a cover is one of the toughest jobs in the

Broadway's DEAR EVAN HANSEN + Nicole Van Geisen: Ep 004

May 9th, 2022 28m 19s

Nicole's impressive career has grown over the decades. From playing Frenchie in CABARET at Studio 54 to now covering 2 roles in DEAR EVAN HANSEN, she tells us how she navigates the industry -- and how being a full time mom puts things into per

Broadway’s SLAVE PLAY + Galen J. Williams: Ep 003

May 2nd, 2022 36m 47s

Galen J. Williams tells us what it was like to understudy SLAVE PLAY (the most Tony nominated play of all time) as well as how he covered 8 parts in the Broadway tour of Motown: The Musical. https://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com

Broadway's HAMILTON + Eddy Lee: Ep 002

Apr 25th, 2022 33m 42s

Eddy Lee's courageous journey from potential med student to Broadway actor will inspire you to never take no for an answer. We'll learn how he came to Bway without an agent, and how friends and family can often be the support you need to take

Broadway’s HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD + Rachel Leslie: Ep 001

Apr 25th, 2022 37m 16s

Rachel Leslie discusses what makes Harry Potter so magical. We learn some tricks of the trade as well as how she feels being the first person of color to play Ginny Potter on Broadway. https://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com

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Introducing Broadway Theater & Musical Understudies, Covers, Standbys, and Swings

Mar 5th, 2022 3m 33s

This theater podcast describes the trials, tribulations, terror, and treat of being an understudy on Broadway. The intro provides insider information about the business as well as vocabulary terms that we use throughout the show. It's . . . a

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