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“The Broadway Show: Uncut” is the companion podcast to the first nationally syndicated Broadway entertainment program, featuring extended interviews with the biggest stars of the stage and screen. “The Broadway Show,” produced by the John Gore Organization in partnership with Take Flight Productions, is a multiple Emmy Award-winning entertainment show with unprecedented access to A-list celebrities, Broadway's hottest stars, shows, tours and behind-the-scenes stories on and off the stage. Hosted by Tamsen Fadal, and featuring correspondents Paul Wontorek, Perry Sook and Charlie Cooper, the weekly program airs in 140 television markets across the US and online at www.thebroadwayshow.com.
John Gallagher, Jr. is 'Swept Away! Plus 'A Beautiful Noise'.
It's a jam-packed episode. First up, prepare to be Swept Away by the music of The Avett Brothers. John Gallagher, Jr. stars in the new shipwreck musical inspired by their songs. Tamsen chats with John. Plus, A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical is coming soon to a city near you. Paul Wontorek chats with four cast members of the National Tour, Nick Fradiani, Robert Westenberg, Lisa Renee Pitts, and Hannah Jewel Kohn.
26:2930/10/2024
'Left On Tenth' w/Julianna Margulies!
Julianna Margulies is back on Broadway for the first time in 18 years in the new play based on Delia Ephron's memoir Left On Tenth. First up, Tamsen sits down with Julianna to talk about her chance encounter with Delia, her experience with the play, life, family and much more. Then, Beth Stevens chats with the playwright, Delia Ephron. To learn more visit: Left on Tenth - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
35:5923/10/2024
Robert Downey Jr.'s Broadway Debut! Plus, James Monroe Iglehart
Robert Downey Jr. just made his Broadway debut in the new play McNeal. Paul Wontorek chats with Robert in the rehearsal room at Lincoln Center. To learn more visit: McNEAL - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.comPlus, Tony Award® winner James Monroe Iglehart returns to Broadway in A Wonderful World. Tamsen sits down with James to talk about taking on the role of Louis Armstrong. To learn more visit: A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
23:1602/10/2024
Alyssa Milano's Broadway Debut! Plus, Adam Lambert & Auli'i Cravalho
Broadway is getting Charmed by TV Star Alyssa Milano. Alyssa sits down with Tamsen to chat about making her Broadway debut as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago, plus a whole lot more. And later, Paul Wontorek talks to the new stars of Cabaret at The Kit Kat Club, Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho.
28:5727/09/2024
The Royal Treatment w/Sutton Foster! Plus, Jenn Colella in 'Suffs'!
Tamsen has two big-time interviews on this episode of Uncut. First upon, Tony-winner Sutton Foster stars in the revival of Once Upon A Mattress as 'Princess Fred'. It's the very same role that made Carol Burnett famous, back in the day. Next up, history is happening on Broadway with the epic and timely musical Suffs. And Tony-nominee Jenn Colella stars as 'Carrie Chapman Catt'. To learn more visit: Suffs’ Jenn Colella on Juggling Broadway and Motherhood | Broadway Buzz | Broadway.com and to buy tickets for Suffs visit: Suffs - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
23:3304/09/2024
Oscar-Winner Hannah Beachler!
Just a few weeks left to catch the revival of The Wiz on Broadway. Hannah Beachler designed the smash-hit musical's incredible set. She's also known for her Academy Award Winning designs from the Black Panther movies. On this episode of the pod, Paul Wontorek chats with the Scenic Designer of The Wiz , Hannah Beachler on inspiration for the show and how different designing for theatre can be. To Learn More visit: Scenic Designer Hannah Beachler on Infusing The Wiz with Black American Culture | Broadway Buzz | Broadway.com
35:1701/08/2024
Oh, Mary! It's Cole Escola!
Oh, Mary! is the comedy hit of the summer, and it's now on Broadway. It's written by and starring Cole Escola. Cole plays a deranged and hilarious 'Mary Todd Lincoln'. Paul Wontorek chats with Cole Escola. To Learn More visit: Oh, Mary! - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
12:1713/07/2024
Ben Platt Plays The Palace! Plus, Ella Beatty
Tony Award winner Ben Platt is headed back to a Broadway stage. But not in an acting role. From May 28th to June 15th, Ben plays Broadway's historic, newly remodeled Palace Theatre. Ahead of his residency, Ben sits down with Tamsen. Plus, Ella Beatty makes her Broadway debut in the Tony-nominated revival of Appropriate. Ella's the daughter of Warren Beatty and Annette Bening. But she's making a name for herself in this huge Broadway debut. She chats with Paul Wontorek. To Learn More visit: Ben Platt: Live at The Palace - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
25:0221/05/2024
The Kit Kat Club Spectacular!
Welcome to Cabaret At The Kit Kat Club! The star-studded Broadway revival is nominated for 9 Tony Awards. Including acting nominations for it's two big stars. On this episode, Tamsen chats with Tony and Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne. He plays 'The Emcee'. After that, Paul Wontorek sits down with 'Sally Bowles', herself, Gayle Rankin. Willkommen! To learn more visit: Cabaret - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
25:1820/05/2024
Rachel McAdams' Broadway debut! Plus, 'The Great Gatsby'
Broadway debuts don't get any bigger than this. For the first time, Rachel McAdams comes to Broadway in Mary Jane. Paul Wontorek chats with Rachel. To learn more visit: Mary Jane - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.comPlus, put on the green light. The Great Gatsby is here. And Jeremy Jordan plays 'Jay Gatsby' himself. Tamsen has that interview. To get tickets and learn more about The Great Gatsby visit: The Great Gatsby - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com
29:2317/04/2024
The 80's Are Alive on Broadway! Huey Lewis! Plus, Boy George.
Welcome back to the 80's. The music of Huey Lewis is now in not one, but TWO huge Broadway shows. Back To The Future, and The Heart of Rock and Roll - it's the new musical inspired by the songs of Huey Lewis & The News. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-heart-of-rock-and-roll/. For tickets and more information on Back To The Future, visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/back-to-the-future/.Tamsen chats with the 80's rock legend. Plus, Boy George is now on Broadway playing 'Harold Ziddler in Moulin Rogue! The Musical. Paul sits down with Boy George. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/moulin-rouge-musical/
34:4803/04/2024
Wayne Brady is 'The Wiz'! Plus, 10 Years of 'Aladdin' on Broadway
A brand new day is FINALLY here. The Wiz begins Broadway preview performances this month. And superstar Wayne Brady returns to the New York City stage in the title role. Paul chats with Wayne Brady. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/Plus, Aladdin celebrates a decade on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theatre. Tamsen talks with Broadway's 'Princess Jasmine', Sonya Balsara. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/aladdin-broadway/
19:1512/03/2024
'Merrily' Finds Greatness w/Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe! Plus, Michael Imperioli's Broadway Debut.
Two huge interviews on this episode. TV star Michael Imperioli makes his Broadway debut this Spring, alongside Jeremy Strong in the revival of An Enemy Of The People. Plus, he just opened a new bar on New York City's Upper West Side. Tamsen sits down with Michael Imperioli at 'Scarlet'. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/an-enemy-of-the-people/ But first, it's the star-studded revival of Merrily We Roll Along. Paul Wontorek chats with the stars, Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/merrily-we-roll-along/
31:2826/02/2024
BOOP! is Broadway Bound!! Plus, Cynthia Nixon
On this episode of the pod, Tamsen catches up with Cynthia Nixon. She's back on the NYC stage for the first time in 7 years, ironically, in The Seven Year Disappear. Cynthia talks with Tamsen about the new play, plus her two big shows on Max - The Gilded Age and And Just Like That.Plus, Betty Boop is headed to Broadway in 2025. Paul Wontorek catches up with the star of BOOP!, Jasmine Amy Rogers, plus the musical's Director/Choreographer, Jerry Mitchell. To learn more visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/boop-the-musical/
23:3506/02/2024
Talk To Me, Goose! It's Anthony Edwards. Plus, Shaina Taub
Two great interviews on this episode of the podcast. First up, Top Gun and ER star, Anthony Edwards is back on Broadway in the new play Prayer For The French Republic. Tamsen catches up with Anthony at Manhattan Theatre Club. And later, Shaina Taub makes history. She's just the second woman ever to write the book, music, and lyrics, AND star in her own Broadway musical. Beth Stevens catches up with Shaina. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/prayer-for-the-french-republic/
19:1229/01/2024
'The Notebook' Comes to Broadway!
On this week's episode of the pod, it's all about The Notebook. It's the musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' novel, and one of the most romantic movies of all time. It features music by singer/songwriter Ingrid Michaelson. The Notebook comes to Broadway next month. But before it does, we talked to three of the stars. First up, Charlie Cooper sits down with Joy Woods. And later in the show, we'll hear from two more stars, John Cardona and Jordan Tyson. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-notebook/
18:0922/01/2024
'Days of Wine and Roses' w/Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James!
Tony Award Winner Kelli O'Hara, and Tony Award Nominee Brian d'Arcy James are back on Broadway, starring together in the new musical Days Of Wine And Roses. Featuring an incredible jazz score, it's based on the 1962 film. Paul Wontorek chats with Kelli and Brian. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/days-of-wine-and-roses/
22:3617/01/2024
Chip Zien Returns in 'Harmony'! Plus, 'American Idol' Winner Nick Fradiani
Two great interviews on this episode of the podcast. First up, Paul Wontorek chats with Broadway legend Chip Zien. They're talking about Chip's incredible on stage, a legendary film flop, and his Broadway return in Harmony.Plus, an American Idol plays an American legend. Nick Fradiani talks with Tamsen about taking on the role of Neil Diamond in A Beautiful Noise. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/beautiful-noise-neil-diamond-musical/
40:0601/01/2024
'The Wiz' with Amber Ruffin!
A whole new day is here! The Wiz is headed back to Broadway in 2024. And late night personality, comedy writer, and Tony nominee Amber Ruffin has helped update the book for toady and hopefully for years to come. Amber sits down with Paul Wontorek. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/
17:4427/12/2023
Sarah Paulson Back on Broadway in 'Appropriate'!
Emmy Winner Sarah Paulson returns to Broadway for the first time in 13 years in the new family drama Appropriate. It's the new play from Playwright Brandon Jacobs Jenkins. The story of a family - forced to deal with dark secrets and ghosts from the past, while reconnecting over the memory of their late father. Sarah stars alongside Corey Stoll, Elle Fanning, and more. Paul Wontorek sat down with Sarah Paulson at legendary Broadway hotspot, Sardi's. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/appropriate-broadway/
16:0004/12/2023
LaChanze! Plus, Betty Who in 'Hadestown'
LaChanze isn't just a Tony winning Actress; she's also a Tony winning Producer. And it's nearly your last chance to see a couple of the amazing productions she has on Broadway right now. On this episode, Tamsen takes a walk with LaChanze through Manhattan's Theater District. Plus, Australian pop sensation Betty Who is now on Broadway in Hadestown. She sits down with Paul Wontorek. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/hadestown/
29:3413/11/2023
'Riverdale' Fave Casey Cott Stars In 'Moulin Rouge!'
Riverdale favorite Casey Cott is on Broadway, right now, starring in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. He plays 'Christian', now til February. Paul Wontorek sits down with Casey. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/moulin-rouge-musical/
14:2101/11/2023
Hot Stuff! Christian Borle is here. Plus, Nicole Ari Parker!
Two great interviews on this episode of the pod. First up, Tony Winner Christian Borle talks working on Some Like It Hot for more than a year and why you should still see it while you can. He chats with Tamsen. Plus, Nicole Ari Parker is here - "And Just Like That," she's back on the New York City stage in The Refuge Plays. She sits down with Paul Wontorek.
28:5709/10/2023
Conrad Ricamora in 'Here Lies Love'!
It's Broadway's biggest, most immersive party. Here Lies Love is NYC's hottest dance club and one of Broadway's hottest shows. It also features the music of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim, plus Broadway's first-ever all-Filipino cast. In this episode of the pod, Tamsen sits down with one of the stars of Here Lies Love, Conrad Ricamora.
10:4004/10/2023
Melissa Etheridge Comes To Broadway!
Rock icon and Grammy Winner Melissa etheridge is now on Broadway with her one-woman show, My Window. In this episode of the pod, Tamsen chats with Melissa about the show and
10:3019/09/2023
The New Fall Season! Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells, plus James Monroe Iglehart!
The new Fall Season on Broadway is upon us, with tons of new shows. In this jam-packed episode we're highlighting two of the big ones. It's a Book of Mormon reunion. Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells are back together on Broadway in the new, two-man comedy, Gutenberg! Paul Wontorek chats with Josh and Andrew. But first, Spamalot is coming back to Broadway this Autumn. And Tony Award Winner James Monroe Iglehart plays 'King Arthur'. Tamsen has an hilarious talk with James. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/spamalot/
26:5711/09/2023
'The Wiz!' On Tour This Fall
The Wiz sets out on a pre-Broadway tour this month in Baltimore before arriving on The Great Bright Way in 2024. In this episode of the pod, Paul Wontorek sits down with the Director of The Wiz, Schele Williams. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/the-wiz/
24:2606/09/2023
'American Idol' Alum Justin Guarini!
It's your last chance to see Once Upon A One More Time on Broadway. The musical, inspired by the music of Brittney Spears, is now in its final weeks. The show stars Justin Guarini. He plays 'Prince Charming'. Justin sat down with Paul Wontorek.
21:4321/08/2023
Back To The Future with Roger Bart!
Great Scott! Back To The Future: The Musical is now open on Broadway. On this episode of the pod, Paul Wontorek sits down with Tony Award Winner Roger Bart. He plays 'Doc Brown'. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/back-to-the-future/
27:0417/08/2023
SNL Alum Alex Moffat
SNL Alum Alex Moffat makes his Broadway debut in the new play The Cottage. It's the hilarious and star-studded new play directed by TV Icon Jason Alexander. Paul Wontorek has a chat with Alex.
16:5824/07/2023
TV Legend Jason Alexander Directing A New Play!
It's The Summer Of George! TV Icon and Tony Award Winner Jason Alexander returns to Broadway, this time making his directorial debut in the star-studded new play The Cottage. Tamsen Fadal sits down with Jason.
11:4317/07/2023
Tatiana Maslany in the new horror/thriller 'Grey House'!
When we think of Broadway, we don't usually think of jump-scares and horror. But now comes the creepy, new thriller Grey House. In a short and sweet interview right outside Broadway's Lyceum Theatre, Tamsen takes a walk with one of the stars of Grey House, Tatiana Maslany.
05:5110/07/2023
Get Ready For The Tonys w/Ben Platt!
Tony Award Winner Ben Platt is once again nominated for a Tony for his work in the stunning revival of Parade. Get ready for this Sunday's Awards Ceremony with Paul Wontorek's chat with Ben.
20:2609/06/2023
Annaleigh Ashford in Sweeney Todd!
She's already a Tony Award winner for her performance in 2014's You Can't Take It With You. Now, Annaleigh Ashford is up for another Tony in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. She plays 'Mrs. Lovett'. Paul Wontorek talks to Annaleigh. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/sweeney-todd-2023/
25:3508/05/2023
Tony Nominees Jessica Chastain and Sean Hayes!
Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain is back on Broadway in A Doll's House, from now until June. And now, she's nominated for a Tony Award. Jessica chats with Paul Wontorek. Plus, Sean Hayes just picked up a Tony nomination for his work in the new play Good Night, Oscar. We gave him the mic to tell us what the show is all about.
11:2904/05/2023
Giving Thanks for D'Arcy Carden!
TV comedy queen D'Arcy Carden just made her Broadway debut in The Thanksgiving Play. You've seen D'Arcy in The Good Place, Barry, and more. Now she's starring in the new comedy-satire from Native American playwright, Larissa Fasthorse. Paul Wontorek sat down with D'Arcy to talk about what making her Broadway debut means to her.
24:1119/04/2023
Billy Porter On Tour!
On this week's episode, the icon, Billy Porter is here. Billy's headed out across the country on his Black Mona Lisa tour. He's here to talk music, Broadway, and a whole lot more. Paul Wontorek has the chat with Billy.
15:3810/04/2023
Scott Foley! Plus, D'Arcy Carden. And Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman
We've got something to be thankful for. It's the brand new comedy-satire from Native American Playwright, Larissa Fasthorse. On this episode, Tamsen talks to the star of The Thanksgiving Play, Scott Foley (Scandal, Felicity). And we'll hear from Scott's co-star in the play, D'Arcy Carden (The Good Place, Barry). And, Paul Wontorek sits down with the Tony Award-winning songwriting duo behind the new comedy-musical, Some Like It Hot, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Plus, Marc performs the title track from that musical.
42:4703/04/2023
Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht in 'Summer, 1976'! Plus, Andrew Burnap is the King of 'Camelot'
Tony Nominees and legit stars, Laura Linney and Jessica Hecht are back on Broadway in the world premiere of Summer, 1976. On this episode of the pod, Tamsen sits down with Laura and Jessica to talk about the new play, lasting female friendships, products they miss from the 70's, and why we miss 'Wendy' from the Netflix series Ozark. Plus, Aaron Sorkin has a new musical on Broadway this spring. It's a new telling of the Lerner and Loewe classic Camelot. But with a brand new script, and no magic wands. Tony Award Winner Andrew Burnap plays King Arthur. He's chatting with Paul Wontorek.
23:4827/03/2023
Dancin' With The Great Wayne Cilento
Bob Fosse's Dancin' is back on the boards thanks to one of the original production's stars. Wayne Cilento has rebooted the sexy classic with an all new cast of dancers. On this episode of the pod, Paul Wontorek catches up with Cilento.
39:2613/03/2023
The Incomparable Nathan Lane!
Tony Award Winner Nathan Lane is now in his 25th Broadway Show. Nathan joins Tamsen to talk about the new Broadway play Pictures From Home, his Emmy Award winning guest appearance in Only Murders In The Building, and his upcoming new film with Joaquin Phoenix, Beau Is Afraid.
23:4607/03/2023
'Hamilton' Star Miguel Cervantes' Bad Dad Jokes
Recorded outside Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre, Tamsen hangs out with 'Alexander Hamilton' himself, Miguel Cervantes. Miguel is here to talk about his favorite moments in Hamilton, Grief, Family, The Ham-Fam, and telling Dad Jokes. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/hamilton-broadway/ Forgive the street noise of New York City, but a passing ambulance leads to Tamsen learning a fun Broadway fact.
14:3227/02/2023
Farewell To The Phantom with Ben Crawford & Emilie Kouatchou
Phantom of the Opera is Broadway's longest running musical. The show just celebrated it's 35th and final anniversary, and you've only got a matter of weeks to watch the iconic musical before it closes for good. On this episode, Tamsen heads to the Majestic Theatre to talk to Ben Crawford, who plays 'The Phantom'. Plus, Emilie Kouatchou is the first black woman to play 'Christine Daaé' in Phantom. Charlie Cooper has that interview.
18:0420/02/2023
Broadway at the Grammys w/Sara Bareilles! Plus, Dreamgirl Jennifer Holliday
Two great interviews on this episode of the pod. She's Broadway's original, Tony award winning Dreamgirl. Jennifer Holliday sits down with Tamsen to talk about returning to the NYC stage, aging, advice, and more. Plus, Sara Bareilles celebrates winning another Grammy award, this year as part of the cast album for Into The Woods. She chats with Paul Wontorek about why this one is so special.
30:2513/02/2023
Katie Holmes! Plus, Paolo Szot from the Broadway Smash '& Juliet'
Two big interviews on this episode of the pod. First, it's been 25 years since the debut of Dawson's Creek, and Katie Holmes is still doing amazing work. She's chatting with Paul Wontorek about her return to the New York City stage in The Wanderers. Plus, there is life after Romeo. Juliet is living her best life in the pop concert musical spectacular, & Juliet. Tamsen catches up with one of that show's stars, Paolo Szot. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/juliet/
14:3206/02/2023
Academy Award Nominee Stephanie Hsu!
Academy Award nominee and 2x Broadway veteran Stephanie Hsu is on the pod, chatting with Paul Wontorek about her film Everything Everywhere All At Once and the upcoming final season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
19:5931/01/2023
Anthony Rapp is Back in NYC...Plus, Robyn Hurder in 'A Beautiful Noise'!
Anthony Rapp, the original lead of Rent is back on the New York City stage with his new musical memoir Without You. Tamsen chats with Anthony Rapp. Plus, Robyn Hurder is "Forever In Blue Jeans" in the new Neil Diamond musical A Beautiful Noise. Robyn talks with Paul Wontorek about the show, performing through loss, her family, and a whole lot more. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/beautiful-noise-neil-diamond-musical/
38:3930/01/2023
Jinkx Monsoon Makes History in 'Chicago'!
Two time RuPaul's Drag Race Winner Jinkx Monsoon is making history on Broadway right in Broadway's longest running American musical, Chicago. Jinkx plays Matron "Mama" Morton. She's the first Drag Queen to take on the role, and she is spectacular. Paul Wontorek has the interview on this week's edition of The Broadway Show: Uncut. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/chicago/
17:1923/01/2023
Play Ball! 'Take Me Out' with Jesse Williams
Take Me Out is in extra innings. But you've only got a few weeks left to see the Tony Award winning Broadway revival. The play now scheduled to close February 5th. But before then, Tamsen had a chance to catch up with Grey's Anatomy TV superstar Jesse Williams, in his Broadway debut.
11:4217/01/2023
'& Juliet' with Lorna Courtney. Plus, Paul Bettany and Jeremy Pope in 'The Collaboration'.
There's life after Romeo in this jam-packed episode. First up, Tamsen chats with Lorna Courtney, the star of the new pop-concert Broadway musical, & Juliet. Then, Paul sits down with the stars of The Collaboration, Paul Bettany and Jeremy Pope to talk about playing art icons Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/juliet/
38:1209/01/2023