Dylan and Connor are joined by Broadway LEGEND Danny Burstein (Moulin Rouge, Fiddler on the Roof). Are you ready, chickens? The incredibly kind, generous, and talented Danny shares story upon story of his magnificent career. He’s worked with everyone in the business – from Bernadette Peters to Alan Cumming to Kelli O’Hara to Aaron Tveit. A true lover of the craft of acting, he delves into the fun of playing different types of roles like his characters in Moulin Rouge (which he won the Tony for), South Pacific, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, and The Drowsy Chaperone. In remembrance of his late wife Rebecca Luker, Danny tells the twins about the first time he saw her and the cosmic connection they had. They also get into Danny’s television and voiceover work, Beckham on Netflix, Matt Rogers’ “Have You Heard of Christmas?” album, and MORE. You won’t want to miss this all-encompassing chat. To life!Follow Danny on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Katie Rose Clarke (Merrily We Roll Along, Wicked). Not a day has gone by that we haven’t dreamed of having this LEGEND on the pod. After first meeting during a Wicked blizzard in Cleveland in 2008, Katie joins the twins to mention it ALL. Hear the story of Katie seeing her first Broadway show (Miss Saigon starring Lea Salonga) and then working with Lea years later. We talk all things Wicked, Carmen Cusack, and the process of crafting a story arc for Glinda. Katie shares the tale of making her Broadway debut, replacing Kelli O’Hara in The Light in the Piazza, then going on to star in Allegiance, Miss Saigon, and currently in Merrily We Roll Along. We get into her friendship with Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe; and how Maria Friedman gave them the freedom to create their own journeys in the show. And some DRAMA: Bobby Berk leaves Queer Eye, Dylan loves Nyad, and a recommendation for Brie Larson’s Lessons in Chemistry. Old friends, y’all!Follow Katie on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Beth Leavel (The Prom, The Drowsy Chaperone). To celebrate FOUR YEARS of DRAMA, the twins finally chat with the legend, the icon, the moment: Beth Leavel. The queen herself regales listeners with tales from her extensive resume: from winning the Tony for creating Beatrice Stockwell in The Drowsy Chaperone, to embodying the iconic DeeDee Allen in The Prom, and stepping into Miranda Priestley’s Prada shoes in The Devil Wears Prada. But don’t worry, we cover everything else in between. Starring in Mamma Mia and belting out 15 songs every night, the early days of performing in 42nd Street and Crazy for You, and even performing as Rizzo in Grease on the road. We also get into Beth’s other Tony nominated role of Florence Greenberg in Baby, It’s You. They chat about The Crown, eBay and Black Friday deals, and even Beth’s recent appearance in Gutenberg! The Musical! Listen in for the EXCLUSIVE. You’re going to love this episode with Beth. Thanks for four amazing years of DRAMA, y’all. See Beth Leavel at 54 Below this January 2 and 8!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Melody Butiu (Here Lies Love, Doctor Zhivago). The twins are feeling THANKFUL (Kelly Clarkson vibes) for so many reasons, but especially to chat with Melody this week. Buckle up for a heartfelt, fun, and emotional chat with this star from Here Lies Love. Hear about Melody’s journey with the musical, charting from the early demos, to the Public, to Broadway. Stories matter, y’all. They also hear a Ring of Keys moment so touching that all three of them cry their eyes out. But wipe your tears, because there’s also fun to be had. Hear all about the upcoming Stephen Schwartz and Kristin Chenoweth musical The Queen of Versailles. They get into the Jacob Elordi Renaissance, book recommendations, and not one, not two but three Doses of Drama from Miss Melody herself. This is an instant classic. We’re thankful for you all and especially for listening to this chat with Melody. See her in Here Lies Love through Sunday, November 26 ONLY.Follow Melody on Instagram & TwitterFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Isabelle McCalla (Shucked, Water for Elephants). We’re not letting that Friday fatigue get us down, y’all! The boys are joined by leading lady Isabelle McCalla for a chat that goes DEEP. They discuss all things Shucked, the genius of Brandy Clark and “Maybe Love,” and how fun it is to be a part of theatrical escapism. We talk about Giggly Squad Live, as well as the abundance of riches the Bravo TV universe is providing. Learn about Isabelle’s next venture: Water for Elephants on Broadway opposite Grant Gustin and Paul Alexander Nolan. The Prom is of course discussed, but you’re not ready for the way it changed Isabelle’s life and inspired the journey she’s on now. We talk emotional roomie farewells, new homes, the ease of early lockdown, why “Plastic Off the Sofa” shan't be skipped, and MORE. Beth Leavel is discussed at length. I mean… icon. How righteous is thy Gemstone mawma?Follow Isabelle on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Broadway’s newest leading man Vincent Jamal Hooper (The Lion King, Hamilton). They dive right into hearing about Vincent’s time in the Pridelands so far, why the stampede and Shadowland sequences in The Lion King are undefeated, and how he’s putting his own mark on Simba. They discuss Julie Taymor and Lin Manuel Miranda being in their respective bags when creating their mammoth musicals. Vincent lifts up Ragtime and Passing Strange as benchmark moments in his journey to Broadway, and campaigns for himself to play The Youth in a Passing Strange revival. Call Stew! Vincent shares how his triple crown of In the Heights productions as Benny led to his casting in Hamilton, which also introduced him to his partner. They chat about friend of the pod Lyndon Watts, Anatomy of a Fall, Fellow Travelers on Showtime, and Bodies on Netflix, and Vincent even teases the upcoming White Girl in Danger cast album. Go see Vincent star in The Lion King on Broadway!Follow Vincent on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are back with a long-awaited TWIN TALKS episode for y’all! Recorded on the day of Wicked’s 20th anniversary (and Lea Michele’s Carnegie Hall show), we sat down to gab about all things theatre and pop culture. It starts with varying vowel affectations in names and continues with Connor’s early campaign for Jonathan Groff to win a Tony Award this year. Despite Dylan not wanting any Tonys chatter until January, they cover Cabaret at the Kit Kat Klub starring Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin, as well as the color-conscious casting choices in The Notebook. Broadway ticket prices, Lempicka, and even a discourse about the vault tracks on 1989 (Taylor’s Version) are also covered. Some DraxMoi submitted by a listener also leads to a conversation about what to see right now in New York City. Get into it!Subscribe to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Kerry Ellis (Wicked, We Will Rock You). The twins wrap up their legendary 20th anniversary of Wicked celebration, joined by the first British actress to play Elphaba on both Broadway AND the West End – Kerry Ellis. The First Lady of the West End dives into her entire history with Wicked, from her early auditions, standing by for Idina Menzel, debuting in London and eventually taking the show to Broadway alongside Kendra Kassebaum and Aaron Tveit. We discuss all things Kerry: her book, albums, collaborations and friendship with Queen guitarist Brian May, performing on gay cruises, original music, and her love story with her husband. My Fair Lady, Miss Saigon, Les Mis, and up next.. Diana in the UK. Stick around to the end for drama around Peaky Blinders, All of Us Strangers, and Cabaret on the West End. You don’t want to miss this chat with the lovely, talented, and gorgeous Kerry Ellis.Follow Kerry on Instagram & TwitterFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Christopher Fitzgerald (Wicked, Waitress). As the boys continue to festivate over Wicked’s 20th anniversary, the original Bick, oh sorry… Boq joins them to talk all things Oz. It’s a rare podcast appearance for a man who’s had a plethora of Broadway appearances! They reminisce on Chris’ early days discovering Boq, seeing Kristin and Idina build their iconic performances, and how he himself was encouraged to expand on character content for Joe Mantello and Winnie Holzman. We got the EXCLUSIVE. We also dive into his illustrious Broadway credits, including his time in Waitress, Finian’s Rainbow, Young Frankenstein, Company, and the controversial Corpus Christi. Soon you’ll see Chris in his next venture: playing Patsy in the revival of Spamalot! You DESERVE this episode.Follow Chris on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Ashley Parker Angel (Wicked, Hairspray) to continue our Wicked 20th Anniversary celebration. The boys have a blast, having previously connected after seeing Ashley in Hairspray. You know Ashley as the former frontman of O-Town, the boyband sensation, as well as for his hit single “Let U Go.” Well, this heartthrob is our Fiyero feature, and he generously recalls his time in the tight white pants in Wicked. Ashley discusesses the meta experience of playing Link Larkin in Hairspray, performing alongside Lance Bass as Corny Collins, and where the cast would party all night long. He takes us back to Reading, CA, where his star turn as Danny Zuko launched his career, and led him to fall backwards into “Making the Band.” Ashley raves about working with Max Martin on his album Soundtrack to Your Life, and how he just might make a return to the stage in & Juliet someday. This former Fiyero dishes on his excitement for the Wicked movie, why he turned down Dancing with the Stars, and his fitness business High Level. Oh, and of course we get into the possibility of an OnlyFans and why Buzzfeed crowned Ashley as “King of Thirst Traps.” Follow Ashley on Instagram, Tiktok, & TwitterFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Michelle Federer (Wicked, The Cottage) to kick off their month-long celebration to honor Wicked’s 20th anniversary. Broadway’s original iconic Nessarose does NOT disappoint, as she regales the twins with stories about early involvement with the show, when she realized it would be a smash, and Nessarose’s original costumes and scenes. Dr. Dillamond’s funeral? The original “Dancing Through Life” song and title? We cover it all, even the scrapped concept of Nessarose as a Norma Desmond figure! Michelle of course fills the twins in on her love story with husband (and original Fiyero) Norbert Leo Butz. We hear all about covering three roles in The Cottage on Broadway right now and why Michelle is feeling more like herself than ever. We talk Only Murders in the Building, the Broadway Flea Market, and LOTS of drama from Michelle including the art of people watching and podcast recs. “Just her and *we*... the wicked twins offffff the east……”.Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Tony-winning director/choreographer Casey Nicholaw (Some Like It Hot, The Book of Mormon). DRAMA listeners are in for a TREAT with this one. Fresh off a recent lab of Disney’s Hercules, Casey shares incredible details from his illustrious career. Stores include taking a VERY different Aladdin out of town, his proudest achievement from the Mean Girls musical, and making his Broadway debut in Crazy For You. We dive deep into the meaningful legacy and experience of The Prom. Which character in a show he directed would Casey want to play? What was it like jumping into Some Like It Hot for a week of shows as Spats Colombo? Will his West End Dreamgirls ever make it to Broadway? Tune in for all of that and MORE, plus tales from The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten!, and Spamalot.Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by the fabulous Liana Hunt (Back to the Future, Mamma Mia). It was a total thrill to chat with this Broadway star ahead of her weekend of shows as Lorraine Baines in 2023’s summer musical smash Back to the Future. We learn all about Liana’s childhood of tapping trees for maple syrup while also fostering her love of musicals through Disney Princesses. This trio clicks instantly, relishing in tales from StageDoor Manor, Liana’s longtime friendship with Shaina Taub, and her love story with Larkin Bogan from NYC classmates to husband and wife. Liana talks about her time as Katherine in Newsies on Broadway, as well as the tour of Mamma Mia that led her to make her debut at the Winter Garden Theatre. She teases her experience in The Devil Wears Prada musical, and what led her to decide to audition for Back to the Future. Cillian Murphy, Bright Star, and a Bachelor Nation discussion complete this fabulous episode. See Liana in Back to the Future the Musical on Broadway, now open!Follow Liana on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Antwayn Hopper (A Strange Loop, Hair). This trio delivers a high energy episode while a summer storm rages on. Antwayn blesses our ears with his beautiful baritone voice, taking us on his journey from Topeka, Kansas to the stages of New York City. Of course we chat all about A Strange Loop, where Antwayn made his mark as Thought 6, as well as the creative beauty of making his Broadway debut in the latest Hair revival. We learn about Billy Porter’s take on The Life, which Antwayn starred in, and how sharing his whole self has led to moments like that. These three laugh and throw a little shade, wondering about the state of the dramaturg, swooning over Norm Lewis and Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Antwayn even suggests who should replace Wendy Williams on TV. Hint: you know them. There are recs of Dermot Kennedy’s music, Mary Rodgers’ memoir Shy, and American Monster. It’s a thrill ride of an episode, and Antwayn brings the DRAMA!Follow Antwayn on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Colin Donnell (The Shark is Broken, Chicago Med). Get ready, DRAMA. listeners, as this episode has it all. There’s talk of speedos, the MUNY, babies, 70s film actors, love stories, and MORE. Currently starring in the new Broadway play The Shark is Broken, Colin joins the twins for a fabulous chat. Learn about his exposure to the arts at a young age and how it inspired him to get involved (in a Troy Bolton inspired twist). Hear about his love story with friend of the pod Patti Murin, the naming origins of their beautiful daughters, and what it’s like being a dad doing eight shows a week. We discuss baring it all onscreen and off, opening the second national tour of Wicked, being nominated for an Astaire Award for Anything Goes, and what it was like to revive Merrily We Roll Along at NYCC Encores. We love Colin and you will too.Follow Colin on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are once again joined by Tony Award winner Matt Doyle (Company, Sinatra: The Musical). The twins are turning 30 TODAY and Matt Doyle is BACK to help celebrate their golden birthday with family. It’s been over three and a half years since Matt was on the pod, so we had a LOT to catch up on. Matt tells the story of his engagement to longtime partner Max Clayton (Beth Leavel knew before the world did, y’all). We look back on his Company experience, which triumphed through the pandemic, reached incredible success, and earned Matt a Tony Award. He shares Little Shop of Horrors memories, including raving about his fabulous Audrey costars Lena Hall, Maude Apatow, and Joy Woods. We of course sneak some reminiscing and Spring Awakening chatter in before looking ahead to Matt’s next big adventure: playing Sinatra in Sinatra: The Musical. It’s golden, y’all.Follow Matt on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Dana Steingold (The Cottage, Beetlejuice). The twins and Dana CLICKED during this free-wheeling, footloose, and fancy-free chat. Listen in for tales of Stagedoor Manor, Felicity’s impact on Dana’s NYU (and haircut?) journey, and how friend of the pod Max Jenkins factors into it all. It’s a theatre lovers delight as they dive into originating in Beetlejuice on Broadway and tracking the show’s wild resurrection. But that’s not all. We touch on Avenue Q, the Godspell Broadway production that never was, timing being everything, The Peanut Butter Players, Sudafed on Glee, Frozen on Tour, and female duets in the theatre canon. We also discuss Scott Foley in a robe. Are you so ready? See Dana star in The Cottage now through October 29!Follow Dana on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are dropping an extra TWIN TALKS on the feed! The people have asked, so we’re back at last with some one on one chatter. We kick off with some insight into Connor’s recent coffee creamer habit, why Dylan is mad at the shock over Troye Sivan’s bedroom preference, and our upcoming parallel birthday parties. Drama! Connor treats us to a recap of his recent summer return trip to London, including his show-going experiences at Brokeback Mountain and Mamma Mia: The Party! There’s discussion of Mike Faist, ABBA, and a little tease for what’s to come in part 2 of this episode, available only on our Patreon: DRAMA+. Subscribe now for our exclusive discussion of Guys & Dolls in the West End, who Dylan’s ultimate celeb crush is, and an intriguing DraxMoi submission about The Glee Project. Listen and love, y’all!Hear PART 2 of this episode by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Adrianna Hicks (Some Like It Hot, Six). One of Broadway’s HOTTEST leading ladies joins the twins for an encompassing chat all about her life and career. We discuss all things Sugar Kane in the new Broadway musical Some Like It Hot. We chat about the inspiration for her interpretation of the character made famous by Marilyn Monroe, cut songs by Shaiman & Whitman, and how she’s finding balance. From Beyonce’s influence on Catherine of Aragon to what it was like being in the Queendom, Adrianna recounts her journey with Six. We also touch on the Tony-winning revival of The Color Purple, acting alongside “sisters” Jennifer Hudson, Heather Headley, and Jennifer Holliday as Shug Avery, performing in Germany (and learning the language), and her hopes and dreams for what’s next.Follow Adrianna on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Andrew Durand (Shucked, Head Over Heels). Water off a duck’s back, mama! You know and love Andrew for being the star of this season’s musical comedy sensation Shucked, but just WAIT until you get to know the man himself. Hear about how his Georgia roots and a fabulous theatre community got him all the way to Boston Conservatory and onto the Great Bright Way. You won’t want to miss the juicy details of being cast in Spring Awakening on Broadway in 2009, where the cast partied, the storied journey of developing Head Over Heels, his unlikely fabulous friendship with Miss Peppermint, and how he met his girlfriend, Wicked’s Lisa Finegold. Keep listening for tales of the Maggie Rogers concert, generous podcast recommendations, and Andrew’s future band. Don't miss Andrew in Shucked at the Nederlander Theatre on Broadway now!Follow Andrew on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Sean Hayden (Stage Combat: A Mental Health Story Podcast). Join us for this very special episode where we meet Sean, the host/writer/star of his own scripted nonfiction podcast: Stage Combat: A Mental Health Story. On the eve of releasing season two of his thrilling podcast, the twins dive deep into Sean’s story. Hear about his southern upbringing, coming out story, and journey to New York – everything that leads up to a fateful performance of Billy Elliott at the legendary Goodspeed Opera House. We cover the true issues at the heart of abusive work environments, why mental health and claiming your story really matters, and how to turn your story into art to help others. Don’t miss season two NOW.Listen to Sean’s Stage Combat Podcast hereFollow the podcast on Instagram Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Briga Heelan (Once Upon a One More Time). We’re SO LUCKY to be joined by the superstar leading lady of Once Upon a One More Time on Broadway: Briga Heelan. But first: hear all about the twins’ morning-after takes on Greta Gerwig’s Barbie film. Longtime listener, first-time caller Briga then meets the guys for a glorious on-air chat. They discuss their friendship origins, Briga’s love story with her husband, and her beautiful family’s journey from the west coast to the east coast for a Broadway dream come true. They dive into Miss Britney Jean Spears herself, the unbelievable cast members that Briga shares a stage with, and what it’s like performing as Cinderella in an original Broadway musical. This conversation is full of IMMACULATE vibes and a deep dive into OUAOMT. You’re not going to want to miss it.Follow Briga on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Alex Joseph Grayson (Parade, Into the Woods). Before THIS Parade (wink, wink) passes by, the boys are joined by Alex to discuss all things regarding 2023’s Tony-winning Best Revival of a Musical. Hear about how Alex approaches his performance of Jim Conley, taking the show from City Center to the Jacobs, and staying in top shape for the show eight times a week. Alex is a man of many hats (and trades), which play into the journey that brought him to the Broadway stage. They discuss performing in last season’s Into the Woods revival, his incredible costars, and what it’s like covering many tracks. To top it all off, the boys recap their incredible time at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. Jenifer Lewis, Jason Robert Brown, and Alex’s abs are on the tip of this conversation’s iceberg. Tune in for MORE.Follow Alex on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan toast to 200 episodes of DRAMA. with this special anniversary celebration with Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara (The King & I, The Gilded Age). After some sentimental words, the twins welcome this absolute queen to the podcast, diving into a conversation about the origins and importance of Days of Wine and Roses at the Atlantic Theater Company (now through July 16). Kelli gushes over working with Brian d’Arcy James, teases a riveting second season of The Gilded Age (featuring Laura Benanti), and her Oklahoma upbringing with movie musicals. Kelli gives flowers to Kristin Chenoweth and the late, legendary Mrs. Florence Birdwell for exposing her to the world of Broadway - leading to her glorious career. The conversation revisits Kelli’s Broadway memories of hiding her pregnancy during South Pacific, embracing the vulnerability of womanhood in Bridges of Madison County, nightly joy of Kiss Me Kate alongside Will Chase, and finally winning a Tony Award in 2015. Kelli brings serenity, kindness, authenticity, and more to this fabulous milestone episode!Follow Kelli on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Connor and Dylan are joined by Alli Mauzey (Kimberly Akimbo, Wicked). The post-Pride, post-Tonys craziness has settled and the boys FINALLY got to sit down with the iconic Alli Mauzey. But first, hear about highlights from the twins’ experiences at New York Pride. Alli shares exciting backstage encounters with celebrity visitors at Wicked, reflects on her time as Glinda, and reveals that she was almost painted green in another life… wig! Alli also describes her ring of keys moment: Judy Kuhn doing double duty at the Tony Awards. We go DEEP into Kimberly Akimbo, the devastatingly gorgeous “Father Time,”  and the rich complexities of getting to play a character like Pattie. More topics include No Hard Feelings starring Jennifer Lawrence, working with John Waters on Cry-Baby, a reality show hiatus, and dream casting Judy Kuhn as Kimberly Levaco. Dramaaaaa.Follow Alli on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by ConnorSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Ben Jackson Walker (& Juliet). On the precipice of New York Pride kicking off, these gays come together for some theatre, pop culture, love, and life, honey! The twins are fresh from Trixie Mattel’s Solid Pink Disco (featuring Katya) and plenty of Padam Padam. Of course they chat about all things & Juliet, including Ben’s journey to becoming Romeo, how he passes time backstage before his rockstar entrance, and working with Betsy Wolfe, Lorna Courtney, and friends of the pod Stark Sands and Melanie La Barrie. The cutest love story between Ben and his partner Evan is told, as well as the stories behind his EP “Anglerfish,” which is available to stream now. Kelly Clarkson’s new album “Chemistry,” the Titantic submersible to Titanique pipeline, and Hot Topic Girls with a Severe Bob are all covered in this wonderful episode. We adore Ben Jackson Walker - the perfect person to help us close out Pride Month on DRAMA.Follow Ben on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor are joined by Ben Rappaport (Good Night, Oscar, Fiddler on the Roof). Listen in for a wonderful chat with Ben, a long sought after guest of DRAMA. The boys hit it off, discussing their pop culture obsessions - The Other Two on Max, Queer Eye season 7, and Niall Horan’s slow burn album. They also dive into Ben’s upbringing, theatre origins, and the amazing arts program that got him all the way to Julliard. Ben shares his love story with his wife, Broadway star Megan Kane (including getting engaged onstage after a Fiddler on the Roof matinee). We cover his TV credits For the People, Outsourced, Younger, and The Good Wife, sharing a dressing room with Sebastian Stan, and now befriending and starring alongside Sean Hayes in Good Night, Oscar. We love Ben!Follow Ben on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

Dylan and Connor present the sequel to our Twins Talkin’ Tonys episode! Inspired by Michael Arden’s triumphant Tony-winner speech, we’re just Two F*ggots Talkin’ Tonys! Broadway’s Biggest Night might’ve kicked off wordless, but we’ve got plenty to go around! We’re breaking down the glorious peformances, well-deserved wins, snubs, and even fashion moments on the 76th Annual Tony Awards. Listen to hear about Connor’s night at the Kimberly Akimbo & Topdog/Underdog party, while Dylan live-tweeted from his comfy couch. We also get into listener-submitted DraxMoi, including Glee coded moments on the broadcast, the musical number choices by shows, and the history-making pair of non-binary winners. It’s Tonys DRAMA, baby!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Suzie Miller & Justin Martin (Prima Facie) on the eve of the 2023 Tony Awards. Live from London, Sydney, New York, and Columbus, this foursome dives in at various hours of the day to discuss the award-winning (and nominated) play Prima Facie. Justin and Suzie describe their professional meet-cute at Heathrow Airport, then dive into all aspects of their collaboration - casting, making visions come to life, and using theatre to change lives. We also cover Succession’s scintillating dialogue, The Crown seasons 1 and 2 (The Foy Years), Shuggie Bain, and Courtney Act (Australia’s crown jewel). Listen in for thoughtful conversations about Prima Facie, the absolute tour de force of Jodie Comer onstage, and hopes for Cynthia Erivo’s take on the story on screen. We love Suzie and Justin! Prima Facie is playing on Broadway through July 2nd at the Golden Theatre.

Connor and Dylan are joined by Linedy Genao (Bad Cinderella, On Your Feet). It’s not your podcast… it’s your BAD podcast. On the eve of Bad Cinderella’s final leg of Broadway performances, the twins meet with the star of the show herself: Linedy Genao. Listen to this leading lady discuss being the first person to sing an original Andrew Lloyd Webber song, the shirtless hunks of the kingdom, and how it feels to lead a company. She dishes on falling in love with Jordan Dobson onstage and how she fell in love with her husband Anthony offstage. Linedy gets real about dealing with online chatter and rising above hate. We also discuss In the Heights, Queen Charlotte on Netflix, Ham 4 Ham, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 8, and the end of Succession. Catch Bad Cinderella before it leaves Broadway on June 4.Follow Linedy on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Dylan and Connor are joined by Drew Gehling (Waitress, Little Shop of Horrors). This is your newly certified pilot, Captain Gehling, speaking. It’s going to be a smooth flight through your ear canals. Buckle in for a rip-roaring conversation about Drew’s storied career in show business. Who gave Christine Baranski mushrooms in The Good Fight? Who was in the pilot of Succession (and stood in for a Roy child?)? Who found out how amazing it is what baking can do 8 times a week? This everyman of the Broadway community tells us about playing Pomatter opposite so many Jenna’s, the family of Waitress, and the time he stood in for Gavin Creel during the album release concert for Sara Bareilles’ musical. He notes early seeds of Jeremy strong’s method acting, his love of the Broadway community, and how his fiance Julia Mattison convinced him to do Little Shop. We cover many of the movie to musical adaptations that Drew has starred in, including Dave, Almost Famous, and more. We also chat about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3, Ed Sheeran’s new album, being a Swiftie, and more. Now sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight. Be sure to see Drew as Orin Scrivello in Little Shop of Horrors off-Broadway through July 14!Follow Drew on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Broadway star Anna Uzele (New York New York, Six). These become fast friends during Anna’s podcast debut! This is an unforgettable first time, as they learn all about her love story with her gorgeous tattoo artist husband Glenn, her Evangelical upbringing, and the journey from Delaware to NYC. Anna tells the twins about her self-described “feral child” artsy self, along with the fateful high school production of Aida alongside & Juliet’s Ben Jackson Walker. We reminisce on the long-gestating opening night of Six, the unique audition process for Catherine Parr, and when she knew to pass down the crown. Anna spills on Connie Britton, the church of Broadway, Colton Ryan the godsend, and working with John Kander and Susan Stroman, while Connor reports back from seeing Oscar Isaac in The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s window, and Dylan calls out for theatre tattoo ideas. You must see Anna in New York, New York on Broadway! Follow Anna on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Dylan and Connor are joined by Julian Lerner (Oliver!, The Wonder Years). In the midst of rehearsals for the highly anticipated New York City Center production of Oliver!, Julian talks the Drama boys all about the show and his role of the Artful Dodger. Working with Raul Esparza, Lilli Cooper, and the extremely talented cast are only the beginning. But that’s not all. Julian talks about playing Gavroche in the national tour of Les Misérables when he was nine years old. Nick Jonas is SHAKING. Julian teases season two of The Wonder Years on ABC, dishes on working with Jenna Ortega and Jennifer Garner in Yes Day on Netflix, and talks about his favorite musicals and TV shows (Schmicago, anyone?). The boys wonder about Olivia Rodrigo’s whereabouts, giggle over James Marsden in Jury Duty, and Connor reviews White Girl in Danger. Tune in to hear us chat about it allllll.Follow Julian on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Connor and Dylan are back with TWIN TALKS: Tonys Edition! Hot on the heels of the Tony Awards nominations hosted by Myles Frost and Lea Michele, they dissect the surprises, snubs, and selection by this year’s committee. It’s a breakdown of the performance categories, celebrating friends of the pod Annaleigh Ashford, Colton Ryan, J Harrison Ghee, NaTasha Yvette Williams, Jordan Donica, and Julia Lester. They also read aloud listener-submitted DraxMoi, including the omission of certain shows (A Beautiful Noise, Bad Cinderella) and the inclusion of others (KPOP, Ain’t No Mo’). This episode is every theatre-lovers’ dream of discourse and of course, DRAMA. Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Tony Award nominee Grey Henson (Mean Girls the Musical, Shucked). Legendary legends abound. Get ready to be obsessed with Grey. Currently making audiences laugh their booties off in Shucked eight times a week, Grey tells the twins all about his journey back to the Broadway stage. Hear about the herstory of his Nederlander dressing room, his wonderful castmates, and what it’s like being in an original Broadway musical this season. But that’s not all. Listen in for four years worth of stories from The Book of Mormon (wth Gavin Creel), guesting on Girls5eva, his relationship with his family, filming a role in Denzel Washington’s A Journal for Jordan, and what it was like being Tony nominated for playing Damien in Mean Girls the Musical. Survivor, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 8, and Housewives are the cherry on top of this dynamic, entertaining chat.Follow Grey on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Dylan and Connor are joined once again by Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder (A Beautiful Noise, Moulin Rouge). For the second time in Drama history, the boys welcome a guest back for another full-length episode. Queen Robyn Hurder re-joins the party to catch the guys up on what she’s been up to since December 2020. Dramaaaa. Hear all about what it was like to return to Moulin Rouge in a COVID era (and without a key player). Robyn details her journey back to the stage, why she left Nini and company behind, and divulges the honest truth of her story. This laugh-filled chat also covers Love Is Blind, Bachelor Nation, being on Broadway at the same time as her hubby Clyde Alves, raising a 9-year old, and theatre ghosts and spirits. Sutton Foster, PBS Great Performances Broadway, and Robyn’s current starring turn in A Beautiful Noise are just a few of the topics we get into. You won’t want to miss this warm, heartfelt, and hilarious reunion with Robyn Hurder and the Drama boys.Follow Robyn on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Tyler Joseph Ellis (@tylerjosephellis on TikTok). Get ready to be OBSESSED. Listen in as the boys get down to BUSINESS with TikTok’s favorite theatre comedy creator: Tyler Joseph Ellis. The twins recap their debaucherous friend reunion weekend in Kansas City, then recall meeting Tyler after Moulin Rouge this winter. They discuss Glee on Broadway: Alex Newelll in Shucked, Lea Michele in Funny Girl, and Amber (P) Riley… in Dreamgirls??? High School Musical as a ring of keys? MAMA, we get into it. Hear about Tyler’s iconic TikTok series: the POV of approaching senior theatre kids, hearing pre-show announcements, and the straight guy at callbacks. Yellowjackets, Succession, tweeting “AWARD!”, and so much more. You’re going to love this episode.Follow Tyler on Tiktok & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Dylan and Connor are joined by the breakout star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Jan Sport (Season 12, All Stars 6). THE girl lets loose on this fabulous chat about alllll the things. Drag Race is the backbone of this candid convo, as Jan spills on her life as a Ru Girl, what it’s like behind the scenes, who she was surprised to see walk into the AS6 Work Room, who she’s closest to from Season 12, and which Real Housewife she’d play in Snatch Game. She gushes over her drag sisters, including Jackie Cox, as well as becoming a Housewives fan during the pan. We talk weaponizing one’s BFA, how Dancing with the Stars is a gateway drug, SoulCycle, the future of Stephanie’s Child, and being anointed by a Spice Girl. Keep listening for Las Vegas, Technicolor Dreamcoats, Kelsea Ballerini, and another shot at the crown on Drag Race? You know Jan brings it to every ball (and pod!). Stream Andrew Barrett Cox’s remix of “Let Loose” by Loosey LaDuca now mamaaaaa.Follow Jan on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokStream “Let Loose (Andrew’s Angels Edition)” now!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by the Sparkling Diamond Ashley Loren (Moulin Rouge, Jekyll & Hyde). The guys gush over Ashley’s incredible talent, having recently seen her make her legendary legend entrance at the Al Hirschfeld. Ashley recounts her path from standby to alternate to now being the full-time Satine in Moulin Rouge. They chat about singing with Aaron Tveit, adopting her cat Mozart, and art being her healer. Ashley shares her early love of Shania Twain, and the full circle moment of making her Broadway debut in Jekyll & Hyde after being in awe of Linda Eder at a young age. Of course they get into her music career, learning to love pieces of oneself, touring with Carly Rae Jepson, Ben Rauhala, and a possible upcoming concert. Ashley openly shares her Lyme disease journey, and how she plans to use her platform to raise awareness. No topic is off the table, including hotness of The Duke in Moulin Rouge as well as the Hailey Bieber vs. Selena Gomez real drama.Follow Ashley on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Dylan and Connor are joined by Carrie St. Louis (Titanique, Wicked). Years in the making, the three finally sit down to get down to BUSINESS. First up? Titanique, now playing through September 10th at the Daryl Roth Theatre. Hear all about Carrie’s voyage with besties Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli. They also discuss gratitude for longer Drag Race episodes, Scandoval, Miley’s Endless Summer Vacation (and vocal health), and reluctantly yet gloriously experiencing Ted Lasso. Don’t forget Carrie’s credits, honey! Wicked, Rock of Ages, Cruel Intentions, Kinky Boots, and MORE. You’re going to fall in love with her if you haven’t already. Be sure to support her vocal coaching business: The Carrie St. Louis Studio.Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow Carrie on Twitter & InstagramCheck out Carrie’s voice studio here!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Connor and Dylan have some TWIN TALKS for you this week! It’s an Academy Awards post-mortem, interspersed with all the theatre, pop culture, love, and life you need. This episode includes chatter about the current Broadway season, Funny Girl announcing its closing, and the climate of Friends of the Pod appearing in a lot of shows this spring. For some apparent reason they wonder how Lea Michele would’ve fit into the 2022 Best Actress race, as well as discuss actors turned red carpet hosts, what credentials make a podcast host, Scandoval / Vanderpump Rules, and placing respect on Kristen Doute’s name. They cover glorious Oscar winners Jamie Lee Curtis, Michelle Yeoh, and Ke Huy Quan, and why Angela Bassett will have her day. This chat is full of laughs, discourse on Grey’s Anatomy and Ted Lasso, and a dose of Drama about our own show. Join us for some TWIN TALKS!Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Dylan and Connor are joined by Brian Martin (Some Like It Hot, Mrs. Doubtfire). Listen in as the boys discuss the most important cultural moment of the week (two weeks ago): Ariana Debose at the BAFTAs. From there, they learn all about Brian’s upbringing in Michigan and his life changing experience seeing the original Broadway cast of Wicked. Ripping library cast recordings onto your vintage mp3 players, performing in a Brooklyn backyard with Alaska Thunderfuck, and co-starring with Mrs. Doubtfire castmates J. Harrison Ghee, Casey Garvin, and K.J. Hippensteel in two Broadway shows in a row are only SOME of the topics we get into, honey. We’re also manifesting a Natasha Yvette Williams Tony nomination. Some like it HOT and that ain’t BAD.Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow Brian on Twitter and InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Connor and Dylan are joined by Jordan Donica (Camelot, My Fair Lady). On the eve of Lincoln Center Theater’s first performances of the reimagined production of Camelot, the twins meet Jordan for an intimate and thrilling conversation. But first: hear about the twins’ visit to A Doll’s House starring Jessica Chastain. Jordan gives his full backstory, detailing his close relationship to his family of incredible women and what inspired him to get into the arts. They get into it ALL, including the tea on Charmed on the CW, Hamilton on the west coast, and being the first Black man to play Raoul in Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. Listen to the end for tales of Miley Cyrus, a psychic, and teases on what to expect in Camelot, opening at Lincoln Center Theater this spring.Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Dylan and Connor are joined by the fabulous Alysha Umphress (On The Town, “Bonding”). It’s a proper kiki, full of laughter while nothing is off the table. The trio immediately bond over their love of ol’ London Town, reveling in their pantomime adventures and favorite afternoon tea spots. Alysha spills on her upbringing in the Bay Area, her multiple appearances in Annie the Musical, and her Shellie Award nominated performance as the red headed orphan. We cover her Broadway turns in On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, American Idiot, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, and of course On The Town. They chat about leaving one’s mark on a role, such as Hildy in On The Town, or reimagining a track like she did in Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Alysha shares her love story with her husband Cody Williams, as well as dishes on her four times bartending on  “Watch What Happens Live.” These three discuss “The Traitors,” “Vanderpump Rules,” and “You” in this funny and fantastic chat. Check out Alysha’s upcoming concert appearances below!Follow Alysha on InstagramSee her at Joe’s Pub this April 9! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by the fabulous West End queen turned Broadway star Melanie La Barrie (& Juliet, Matilda). This side-splitting gab between the dolls leaves no stone unturned, as they immediately hit it off. The trio chat about & Juliet’s transfer to New York City, creating the role of Nurse/Angelique, and the power of this groundbreaking musical sensation. Hear about Melanie’s Trinidadian roots (and luck), creating an array of iconic roles in the musical theater canon, and why she prefers to use her native accent in her projects. They also get into Viola Davis’ Oscar snub, The Traitors on Peacock, cell phones in the theater, dreamy costars Oliver Tompsett and Stark Sands, the comedic prowess of David Badella, Keala Settle as the Nurse, and all of the & Juliet lore and tea. Get ready for powerful wisdom, belly laughs, and MORE.Follow Melanie on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Dylan and Connor bring you a cheeky installment of our TWIN TALKS. Fresh from their trip abroad to London, the lads give a full breakdown of their holiday highlights. They relate to study abroad girlies after returning to the states, pointing out key differences between the US and GB. West End theatre-going is covered: Cabaret, & Juliet, The Burnt City, Mother Goose, and 2:22: A Ghost Story. They share favorite moments and memories from spending time with their new friends, meeting Joel Harper-Jackson (and his love Lloyd Daniels), seeing Cheryl Cole onstage, traveling to Windsor, exploring the London sights, and the amazing food sampled. The Anglophiles were in heaven (as well as gay club Heaven). Grammy Awards insights are also popped onto the end of our London diary recap! Part 2 of this chat will be available this week by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes more bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan

Connor and Dylan are joined by Zachary Noah Piser (KPOP, Dear Evan Hansen). You’re about to be obsessed with this week’s guest. Listen in for a fabulous conversation about KPOP’s early closing, being Mr. January in The Broadway Asian Men Calendar, M3GAN vs Meghan Markle (& Harry), Zach’s Broadway debut in Wicked, gagging over Tatiana Lofton, representation, the cultural and social reactions to Dear Evan Hansen through the years, Zach’s love story with his partner, overcoming the dreadful gloom of January, starring as Evan in Dear Evan Hansen, #DearAsianHansen, and excitement of what’s to come in 2023.Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow Zach on Twitter & InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Connor

Connor and Dylan are joined by Tony Award nominee Gideon Glick (To Kill a Mockingbird, Significant Other). Recorded on the eve of the twins’ visit to London, they get some tips from Gideon, who recently spent time across the pond. Our guest beats the “shy” allegations by discussing his new mustache and twunk status, as well as his upcoming job in a comedy series’ writers room. The guys dissect Bernadette Peters’ Gypsy performance on the Tony Awards, Gideon’s teen years in Spring Awakening, and living with one Lea Michele for a period of time. They get into AIM screen names, coming out coming out at 12 years old, Ernst’s impact, Significant Other’s through line to Gideon’s wedding (officiated by Sas Goldberg), creating Dill in To Kill a Mockingbird on Broadway, and more. Listen as breaking Maude Apatow casting in Little Shop literally stops the episode cold, and they fellas learn about Gideon’s cookbook with Adam J. Roberts. You’re sure to adore Gideon if you don’t already!Subscribe to DRAMA+ for bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!Follow Gideon on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by Dylan