Take A Bow

Curtain up, Laura Bell Bundy Connect with Laura Bell Bundy on Instagram: @laurabellbundy Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Bay Jones and host, Eli Tokash, get to connect for the first time in years after playing mother and son in Pippin on Broadway! With a few more years of experience and wisdom, they revisit wonderful memories, breakdown the best ways to be successful as an actor starting in the industry, talking how the art of acting is a special thing, but can play with one psyche, and so much more. Tune in to learn, laugh, and enjoy in episode full of stories and candid conversations! Curtain up, Rachel Bay Jones Connect with Rachel Bay Jones on Instagram: @rachelbayjones Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in for a special edition episode with fellow BPN podcaster Martín Acuña of Backstage! We talk all things Broadway and current Broadway news while having thought provoking discussions surrounding important topics in the industry. You can also hear all about Martín's podcast, journey through the industry, and more about his background. We can't think of a better way to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month than by listening to their stories and supporting their works! Martín Acuña, Curtain Up! Connect with Martín Acuña on Instagram: @themartínacuña Connect with Backstage Talk on Instagram: @backstagetalkpod Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dana Steingold, Curtain Up! Connect with Dana Steingold on Instagram: @dsteinface Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Saperstein talks about his BRAND NEW virtual 10-week tap class, Tap With Larry, inspired by his love of dance AND he discusses all the details about his journey with High School Musical: The Musical: The Series! Larry Saperstein, Curtain Up! Connect with Larry Saperstein on Instagram: @larrysaperstein Connect with Tap With Larry on Instagram: @tapwithlarry Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Telly Leung discusses his long Broadway career starting with Flower Drum Song to Rent to Allegiance, and so many more! He talks about what it was like going to school at Carnegie Mellon, working with LEGENDS such as Billy Porter and Stephen Sondheim, and everything in between. Telly Leung, Curtain Up! Connect with Telly Leung on Instagram: @tellyleung Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samantha Pollino talks about her journey from making her broadway debut at age 11 in Hot Feet to working on shows like Head Over Heels, Hamilton, currently in Only Gold premiering at MCC Theatre, and even the Lazytown National Tour! Samatha Pollino, Curtain Up! Connect with Samantha Pollino on Instagram: @peanutpollino Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Kennedy Kanagawa, Curtain Up! Kennedy Kanagawa shares his experience making his Broadway debut as Milky White in Into the Woods! He talks about what this unique role means to him and his journey as an actor in the AAPI community. Connect with Kennedy Kanagawa on Instagram: @thisiskennedy Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

L Morgan Lee shares her experience through her breakout performance in A Strange Loop! L Morgan Lee is one of Broadway's best role models for young artists as she gives listeners invaluable advice to help you healthily thrive in the industry. FUN FACT: L Morgan Lee made history as the first openly trans performer to be nominated for a TONY Award this 2022 season! L Morgan Lee, Curtain Up! Connect with L Morgan Lee on Instagram: @lmorganlee Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Thurber (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lance Roberts, Curtain Up! Connect with Lance Roberts on Instagram: @lanceontheloose Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Thurber (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Yazbeck, Curtain Up! Connect with Tony Yazbeck on Instagram: @tonyyazbeckofficial Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take A Bow Live at BroadwayCon continues with Stranger Things and Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin star Gabriella Pizzolo! In this episode you'll hear everything from being a kid in the industry to becoming an adult, difference between TV/Film and Broadway Acting, singing Never Ending Story, how Gabriella hopes to one day give back to the industry, STRANGER THINGS SPOILERS and SO MUCH MORE! Gabriella Pizzolo, Curtain Up! Connect with Gabriella Pizzolo on Instagram: @gabriellapizzolo Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Jessica Thurber (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take A Bow kicks off BroadwayCon with a LIVE EPISODE with Spring Awakening, Jagged Little Pill, and YOU on Netflix star, Kathryn Gallagher! This episode is bound to bring out the inner theatre kid inside of you. Kathryn spills the tea on her favorite fangirl moments, her music, upcoming projects, and more! She also provides a powerful and candid discussion on her experience dealing with mental health as a performer who has to tap in to challenging place to portray a character eight times a week. You don't want to miss this episode! Kathryn Gallagher, Curtain Up! Connect with Kathryn Gallagher on Instagram: @kathryngallagher Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jhardon Dishon Milton, Curtain Up! Connect with Jhardon Dishon Milton on Instagram: @jhardondishon Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Oscar, Curtain Up! Connect with Brad Oscar on Instagram: @bradoscar64 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

STAY TUNED! COME BACK TOMORROW 6/24 FOR BRAD OSCAR ON THIS WEEK'S PODCAST EPISODE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean McManus, Curtain Up! Connect with Sean McManus on Instagram: @smcmanus3 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gabe Escobar, Curtain Up! Connect with Gabe Escobar on Instagram: @gabesco Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Ryan Flynn, Curtain Up! Connect with Jake Ryan Flynn on Instagram: @jake_ryan_flynn Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Douglas Lyons, Curtain Up! Connect with Douglas Lyons on Instagram: @chocalatehipster Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eli talks to (in order): Julie White Suzy Nakamura Vanessa Williams Julianne Hough Rachel Dratch Lea DeLaria Lilli Cooper Chuck Cooper Ari Shapiro Stacey Sargeant Shireen Pimental Adrienne Warren Alex Newell Nathan Lee Graham Jeanette Bayardelle Katie Finneran Sophia Anne Caruso Douglas Lyons Jesse Tyler Ferguson Connect with POTUS on Instagram: @potusbway Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jared Grimes, Curtain Up! Jared and Eli talk about: Funny Girl Tony Nominee Tap Dancing Approaching a project as performer Approaching a project as choreographer The Tap Dance Kid Choreographer A Soldier's Play After Midnight Netflix's Manifest + a ton more Connect with Jared Grimes on Instagram: @grimeystepz Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan McCartan, Curtain Up! Ryan and Eli talk about: Liv and Maddie Heathers The Musical Wicked Broadway Debut Frozen Rocky Horror Picture Show Audiences seeing performances and not personal life Growth through pandemic Industry contracts + a ton more Connect with Ryan McCartan on Instagram: @mccarya Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jelani Remy, Curtain Up! Jelani and Eli talk about: Lion King Ain't Too Proud Emcee in Cabaret High School Musical Papermill Playhouse Audience is your scene partner Touring vs Broadway Learning from Experience Gone Forgotten Year in Tribeca Film Festival + a ton more Connect with Jelani Remy on Instagram: @itsjelaniremy Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A message from host, Eli Tokash "We here at Take A Bow are doing our best to provide all of you wonderful listeners with Great weekly entertainment. In hopes to bring you such great quality content we will be releasing this week’s episode tomorrow, Friday April 29th. So check back in with us tomorrow. As a thank you for you patience we have some bonus content coming this week that includes the red carpet opening night of POTUS on Broadway. So that being said, check back in tomorrow, I promise you will not regret it as it this week’s episode is with Broadway star Jelani Remy and be sure to follow us on social for updates on bonus content dropping within the next week. Thanks again" See you folks tomorrow with Jelani Remy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Niemann, Presley Ryan, Anthony Rosenthal, Max Von Essen, Charlie Alterman, and Eli Tokash go LIVE to celebrate 100 episodes of Take A Bow! The 100th Episode of Take A Bow is unlike any podcast episode you've ever heard before. Enjoy chats, performances, audience engagement, and so much more in a thrillingly fun episode that is not to be missed. Take A Bow LIVE! talking points include: Mental Health of performing Song Writing Falsettos/Newsies Beetlejuice/Fun Home Tony Nominee/ An American in Paris/ Secret Garden Book of Mormon/ For You, Paige/ Ratatouille the Musical Swing life Current stage of Broadway Audience Questions including favorite fails Music Directing + a ton more Connect with JJ Niemann, Presley Ryan, Max Von Essen, Anthony Rosenthal and Charlie Alterman on Instagram: @jjniemann, @prezryan, @maxizpad, @anthony_rosenthal, and @charliealterman Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hannah Cruz, Curtain Up! Hannah and Eli talk about: Legally Blonde Bullets Over Broadway Hamilton Suffs Mama Rose in Gypsy Playing historical characters Demanding performances Tour life The talent of Dialects/Accents Character preparation + a ton more Connect with Hannah Cruz on Instagram: @thisishannahcruz Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broadway Baby, Skye Alyssa Friedman had experienced Broadway at such a young age, she wasn't fully to comprehend what it was like to be on BROADWAY! Now, she is able to experience it as an adult as she is managing double duty in Lucky Star and Kimberly Akimbo while attending college at Pace University. Skye and Eli go through several self tapes a week together, so they share their best practices and favorite tips, as well. Skye Alyssa Friedman, Curtain Up! Skye and Eli talk about: Journey to Broadway Child actors Family/Parents Sacrifice Annie Kimberly Akimbo The Luck Star Swing Life Character preparation Self-taping tips + a ton more Connect with Skye Alyssa Friedman on Instagram: @skyealyssafriedman Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From green girl in Wicked to Cher in the Cher show, this Broadway Belter never fails to impress. Host, Eli Tokash gets to revisit his old pal from Neverland as they reconnect to share their favorite memories of working together and learning more about Teal's career. Teal Wicks, Curtain Up! Teal and Eli talk about: Journey to Broadway Jekyll & Hyde What it's like to tour Wicked Green Makeup, facials, etc. Finding Neverland Broadway Sports The Cher Show Working with Cher + a ton more Connect with Teal Wicks on Instagram: @tealwicks Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six's own Brittney Mack who plays Anna of Cleves joins this week's episode to talk about her incredibly unique journey to Broadway. Brittney shares so many steps that it takes to become a successful performer. She also shares an UNFORGETTABLE story about the Queens first day of rehearsals of SIX. Brittney Mack, Curtain Up! Britt and Eli talk about: Journey to Broadway Starting a career regionally Support systems Growing up Chicago Tour life Memphis tour Six Collaborating with queens 8 shows a week Keeping it professional, but real. + a ton more Connect with Brittney Mack on Instagram: @brittmack8 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Nominee, Will Swenson discusses the recently announced "A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical" and the drop of the 2022 Off-Broadway Cast Recording of Assassins! A veteran of (almost) NINE Broadway shows, Will takes audiences through his career and favorite memories from the incredible productions he has been apart of. Will Swenson, Curtain Up! Will and Eli talk about: Assassins Waitress Hair Tony Award Nomination Javert in Les Miz Priscilla Queen of the Desert Brooklyn Approaching a Character Working with Sara Bareilles Diane Paulus, Josh Lamon, Matthew Morrison + a ton more Connect with Will Swenson on Twitter: @thewillswenson Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Known as Bertram worldwide in Disney Channel's "Jessie" , Kevin Chamberlin Takes A, well-deserved, Bow! Known on Broadway as a 3 Time Tony Nominee for Suessical, The Addams Family, and Dirty Blonde. In this episode he takes us through his career, life journey, and inside scoop from his favorite productions. From the chorus in My Favorite Year to Chef Gusteau in Ratatouille, Horton the Elephant in Seussical, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in Wicked and so much more. Nowadays, you can catch him on Tik Tok creating incredible content loved by over 8 million people. Kevin Chamberlin, Curtain Up! Kevin and Eli talk about: Journey to Broadway Jessie on Disney Channel Horton the Elephant in Suessical The Addams Family Tony Award Nominations Education Tik Tok Ratatouille The Musical Writing and Directing/Next steps in his career + a ton more Connect with Kevin Chamberlin on Instagram: @chamberlin.kevin Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Analise Scarpaci is the first guest to officially Take Another Bow on the podcast. We kick off Women's History Month with one of the future leading lady's of Broadway. This year she released her debut album Pathetic Little Dreamer. If you love musical theatre and pop songs, this album is for you! Currently, starring as Lydia Hilliard in Mrs. Doubtfire, she shares the unique processes of FOUR different shutdowns for Doubtfire. Analise Scarpaci, Curtain Up! Analise and Eli talk about: Pathetic Little Dreamer (Her Album) Sara Bareilles inspiration Dream Roles Mrs. Doubtfire Growing up with Lydia Hilliard Cast bonding Childhood vs. Adulthood in the industry Mom being besties with Rob McClure + a ton more Connect with Analise Scarpaci on Instagram: @analise.scarpaci Listen to Pathetic Little Dreamer by Analise Scarpaci Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaci and Eli talking points include: Lion King Matilda Broadway/Tour life Naomi on CW Being a series regular Collaborating with Ava Duvernay On Screen kiss On Screen acting vs On stage Being a child performer + a ton more... Connect with Kaci Walfall on Instagram: @kaciwalfall Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Broadway League, Gennean Scott is leading the way toward a more inclusive and diverse Broadway for all. Listen to her journey and plans for Broadway future in this episode of Take A Bow! If you enjoy it, head on over to Gennean's podcast Black Business to Broadway, also available on the Broadway Podcast Network! Gennean and Eli talking points include: Broadway Reopening Building a Better Broadway Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The Broadway League Educating Others Black Business of Broadway The importance of Mentorship + a ton more... Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devin and Eli talking points include: MJ: The Musical Opening Night Rehearsals Kinky Boots Voice Acting Dancing Supportive parents Eurika on Disney Jr. Single Parents Film, Theatre, and voice acting differences Being a child performer + a ton more... Connect with Devin Trey Campbell on Instagram: @devintrey08 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award Winner, Antoine L. Smith joins the podcast to talk about MJ: The Musical and its Broadway Opening Night. Sharing the uniqueness of the show's setting and how it is so relatable for all actors as the majority of the show takes place in a rehearsal studio. Antoine shares his favorite most memorable stories of his career that are unlike any other. Antoine and Eli talking points include: MJ: The Musical Opening Night Rehearsals Carousel The Color Purple Miss Saigon Memphis The impact of co-workers + a ton more... Connect with Antoine L. Smith on Instagram: @antoinelsmith32 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder what it's like to work with Steven Spielberg or Stephen Sondheim? Julius Anthony Rubio was able to work with both on ONE project. Hear all about the in the room experience on this episode. You'll get plenty of Broadway talk in this episode as Julius and Eli revisit the fondest memories from Finding Neverland, including what it means to say goodbye to a show and forever family. Julius Anthony Rubio, Curtain Up! Julius and Eli talk about: West Side Story Steven Spielberg Stephen Sondheim Finding Neverland Mia Michaels Work ethic On Your Feet Moulin Rouge How Dancers are Treated in the Industry + a ton more Connect with Julius Anthony Rubio on Instagram: @julius_anthony Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tally Sessions, Curtain Up! Tally and Eli talk about: Company Falsettos Swing Life Learning from peers Sondheim Mindset Mental Health Education for MT Social Media + a ton more Connect with Tally Sessions on Instagram: @tallysessions Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Hamilton, Chicago) brings the heat this week sharing the most incredible stories and behind the scenes of his Tony Winning role of Genie in Aladdin and his 5 Broadway shows. This episode will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you wanting more. James Monroe Iglehart, Curtain Up! James and Eli talk about: Aladdin Playing with the Genie Hamilton Freestyle Love Supreme Tony Awards Memphis Stepping in to Chicago TWITS on BPN Falling in Love with Mr. Dellamourt on BPN + a ton more Connect with James Monroe Iglehart on Instagram: @jmiglehart Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The past is in the past and 2021 is no longer upon us, however Take A Bow had such a great year that we went to highlight some of YOUR favorite episodes into one big episode! Hear from Andréa Burns, Carolee Carmello, Cody Renard Richard, and Bowen Yang as they all share stories of their year, how they relate to their craft, inspire you to get in touch with your talents, and so much more! Best of 2021... Curtain Up! Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have a current star of Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway. He opens up about Broadway's return, 2021 Roger Rees Awards, 2021 Jimmy Award Finalist and his brand NEW SONG called Turn Back Time available on all music platforms. Mateo Lizcano, Curtain Up! Mateo and Eli talk about: Turn Back Time Songwriting Dear Evan Hansen Understudies Jimmy Awards Roger Rees Awards Radio City Christmas Spectacular COVID-19 Reopening Broadway + a ton more Turn Back Time on Apple Music /// Turn Back Time on Spotify Connect with Mateo Lizcano on Instagram: @mateo.lizcano Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merry Christmas, everyone! What is happening on Broadway?!?!?! It's been a WEEK to say the least... From Canceled performances, to shows closing abruptly, to criticism of performers in the industry. This is not an easy time to be on Broadway. Host, Eli Tokash breaks it all down for you and offers his thoughts on the situation and more! Eli Tokash, Curtain Up! Eli talks about: Covid Outbreaks Jagged Little Pill Trevor the Musical Charlotte St. Martin Swings Bette Midler Broadway Plus Monologues + a ton more Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Currently starring in West Side Story, one of Broadway's biggest name's, Andréa Burns joins this week's episode of Take A Bow. This shorter episode is the perfect 30 minute masterclass from Andréa. After taking over Broadway she now is taking over the big screen and has her own album. Her experience is unlike any other and one you'll want to listen to. Andréa Burns, Curtain Up! Andréa and Eli talk about: West Side Story Stephen Sondheim Creation of Fausta Future of Fausta In The Heights On Your Feet Inclusion of Latinx artists Filming/rehearsal process Movie vs Musical + a ton more Connect with Andréa Burns on Instagram: @theandreaburns Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Software engineer by day, broadway performer by night, Matt Meigs can do it all. Currently starring in Wicked, Matt shares stories from his 5 Broadway shows while highlighting key moments along the way. This episode is the epitome of what a day in the life of a performer really is like. Matt Meigs, Curtain Up! Matt and Eli talk about: Wicked Matilda Carousel Holiday Inn Tuck Everlasting Mary Poppins Lifestyle of tour vs broadway Swings Thanksgiving Day Parade Different types of rehearsal process. + a ton more Connect with Matt Meigs on Instagram: @matt_meigs Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Playing the title role in Matilda at the young age of 9, Sophia Gennusa booked the role of Matilda off on an open call. A rare feat but encourages performers to keep an open mind and try new things at any point in life is perhaps the biggest takeaway from this week. Sophia brings her experience from both the stage and screen and breaks it all down on this week's episode. Sophia Gennusa, Curtain Up! Sophia and Eli talk about: Matilda Dialect Coaching Tony Award Honor Performers having performance anxiety Dr. Zhivago Enemy From Within Theatre vs Film/TV auditions + a ton more Connect with Sophia Gennusa on Instagram: @sophiaegennusa Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate! Enjoy this shortened episode to get you through the holiday week. Talking points include: Thanksgiving Day Parade Happy Thanksgiving Tick Tick Boom Freestyle Love Supreme Company Patreon Chicken and Biscuits Apron (Drama Dictionary) + a ton more Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Produced by Broadway Records, the Rainbow Lullaby is the world's first LGBTQ lullaby album. Joining us to talk all about it are award-winning writers; Debra Barsha, Bobby Cronin, and Fred Sauter, and performer Jo Lampert. This month long mini-series will showcase, both, artists from the creative and performing side of this project uniquely getting the creating process from all kinds of different perspectives. Check out the Rainbow Lullaby anywhere you stream music and come back next week to hear from performers. Talking points include: The Rainbow Lullaby Recording Process The writing process Writing Influencers LGBTQ artists Relationships Momma and Mommy Don't you Cry Rain, Rain, Rain Go To Sleep As Bright as a Star + a ton more Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on Instagram: @tokash_eli Produced by the Broadway Podcast Network Edited by Tessie Tokash (@tessietokash) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices