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Finding Your Niche: Interview with Performer Jeremy Benton

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In this episode, we are delighted to chat with performer Jeremy Benton. Jeremy has made a career for himself on Broadway and beyond as a “song and dance man.” You’ll most often find him playing roles in classic musicals like Billy Lawler in “42nd Street,” Don Lockwood in “Singin’ in the Rain,” and Phil Davis in “White Christmas.”

Jeremy talks about his own career path, finding his niche as a performer, and offers great advice for Broadway hopefuls.

Many thanks to Jeremy for also sharing the wonderful selection of photos below. Scroll down to see!

Find Jeremy online:

Find Jeremy on Facebook at Tap Therapy with Jeremy or on Instagram @jeremywbenton.

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Exciting Announcements and Musicality Now Interview


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This episode is a departure from our standard format. First, we start off with three big pieces of news. You’ll have to listen to find out what they are! But our links below may give you hints.

After our news reveal, we are doing a rebroadcast of the “Musciality Now” podcast interview Josh did recently. It has practical advice and strategies for maximizing your musical growth through effective practice as Josh presents his neuroscience-based methods.

Helpful links from this episode:

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Bringing Up Broadway: Three Things Musical Theatre Did for My Child (and for the World) – BroadwayWorld.com

We are super excited to share Jenny’s first column on BroadwayWorld.com!

We hope you’ll read it and share it widely!  You can read the article here. 

We will continue to share her columns on this website and our social media pages, so follow along!

 

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Writing a Musical: Interview with Broadway Performer and Musical Writer Brad Bass

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What a treat to get to talk with Broadway Performer and Musical Writer Brad Bass! His incredible journey took him from a tobacco farm in Ringgold, VA to Broadway’s “Wicked,” “Memphis,” and “Jersey Boys.”

Now Brad’s journey takes him to the Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival where the show “The Collins Boy” that he co-wrote with Cari Joy will be one of four featured performances!

Enjoy this episode where we explore these unique career paths have taken Brad and learn about the process of launching a new musical! It’s an eye-opening glimpse into the process.

We hope you’ll also join us at the Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival on August 12 to see “The Collins Boy!” It’s being performed at Theatrical Outfit on Luckie Street in Atlanta. You may also wish to get a package of four tickets to see all the featured selections. Get tickets and more information here: https://www.theamtf.com/2019-official-selections

Follow The Collins Boy Musical Facebook Page:

Follow along with the progress of this new musical on The Collins Boy Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thecollinsboymusical/

Find Brad at Orbit Arts Academy:

You can learn more about Orbit Arts Academy here: http://orbitartsacademy.com/ 

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Jimmy Awards Finalist: Follow Up Interview with Jessi Kirtley


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Join us for a quick check in with Shuler Award winner and Jimmy FINALIST Jessi Kirtley of Roswell High School. As you may recall from our first episode with Jessi, she was on her way to New York to represent Georgia in the National High School Musical Theatre Awards (a.k.a. the Jimmy Awards!). 

In this episode, Jessi joins us once again to recap her experience at the Jimmy Awards and to talk about her incredible accomplishment of being one of four female finalists!  

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this series in tomorrow’s episode with Harrison Lewis, who won the 2019 Shuler for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

Listen to our Original Interview with Jessi Kirtley

You can also go back and hear our original episode with Jessi here: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/2019/06/19/shuler-award-winner-part-1-interview-with-jessi-kirtley/


Listen to our Episode about the Shuler Awards

You can learn more about the Shuler Awards in this episode where we got to chat with the committee that organizes the awards: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/2019/05/16/georgia-high-school-musical-theatre-awards-interview-with-the-shuler-awards-committee/

Watch the Shuler Awards

You can watch the 2019 Shuler Awards Ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=UOlq9da_q5g

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Life on a National Tour: Interview with Adam J. Levy on tour with “Waitress”


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In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Adam J.Levy, who is currently on the National Tour of “Waitress” as an understudy for Dr. Pomatter, Ogie, and Earl. He details his own Broadway journey and gives us a look at life on a national tour. Adam also shares some behind-the-scenes “Waitress” tidbits. Your Broadway hopeful will also benefit from some great advice he shares!


Find Adam on Instagram: @AdamJLevy

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Shuler Award Winners (Part 2): Interview with Harrison Lewis


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In this episode (Part 2 in a two-part series), we have the opportunity to interview recent Milton High School graduate Harrison Lewis. Harrison won a 2019 Shuler Award for his role as Lieutenant Frank Cioffi in Milton’s production of “Curtains” earlier this year.

Harrison shares his own musical theater journey and breaks down his process for bringing a character to life from the script.

We are cheering both Harrison and Jessi on as they compete at the Jimmy Awards in New York this week.

And courtesy of ArtsBridge, we close out the episode with a clip of Harrison singing a song from “Curtains.”

Be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 of this series with Jessi Kirtley, who won the 2019 Shuler for Best Actress in a Leading Role: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/2019/06/19/shuler-award-winner-part-1-interview-with-jessi-kirtley/

Listen to our Episode about the Shuler Awards

You can learn more about the Shuler Awards in this episode where we got to chat with the committee that organizes the awards: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/2019/05/16/georgia-high-school-musical-theatre-awards-interview-with-the-shuler-awards-committee/

Watch the Jimmy Awards

The Jimmy Awards will air live at 7:30 p.m. on June 24. You can find out how to watch them here: https://www.jimmyawards.com/winners-and-nominees/2019-jimmy-awards/


Watch the Shuler Awards

You can watch the 2019 Shuler Awards Ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=UOlq9da_q5g

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Shuler Award Winners (Part 1): Interview with Jessi Kirtley


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In this episode (Part 1 of a two-part series), we have the opportunity to interview rising Senior Jessi Kirtley of Roswell High School. Jessi won the 2019 Shuler Award for playing the title role in Roswell High’s production of Mary Poppins. Jessi is currently in New York competing at the Jimmy Awards, which is the National level competition for the high school musical theatre awards.

We get a look at Jessi’s musical theater training, an overview of the competition process at the Jimmy awards, and some valuable words of wisdom from this talented performer.

And courtesy of ArtsBridge, we close out the episode with a clip of Jessi singing “Practically Perfect” at the Shuler Awards!

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this series in tomorrow’s episode with Harrison Lewis, who won the 2019 Shuler for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

Listen to our Episode about the Shuler Awards

You can learn more about the Shuler Awards in this episode where we got to chat with the committee that organizes the awards: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/2019/05/16/georgia-high-school-musical-theatre-awards-interview-with-the-shuler-awards-committee/

Watch the Jimmy Awards

The Jimmy Awards will air live at 7:30 p.m. on June 24. You can find out how to watch them here: https://www.jimmyawards.com/winners-and-nominees/2019-jimmy-awards/


Watch the Shuler Awards

You can watch the 2019 Shuler Awards Ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=UOlq9da_q5g

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The Heart of a Broadway Performer – Interview with Tony Galde of Orbit Arts Academy

 

In this episode, we sit down with Tony Galde, a seasoned Broadway performer who has appeared in multiple Broadway shows, including eight years in the much beloved show “Wicked.”

We get to dig into personal grit and determination, his training, Broadway auditions, and his favorite role. Tony also talks with us about the value of ensemble work, as well as the mindset needed to have a successful career.

You’ll also hear about his transition to a teaching role at Orbit Arts Academy, which he co-founded with Chris Hall.

This is an episode you’ll want your own Broadway hopeful to hear!

Find Tony and Orbit Arts Academy:

You can learn more about Orbit Arts Academy here: http://orbitartsacademy.com/ 

You can learn about their upcoming event “Broadway Unplugged” here: https://events.handbid.com/auctions/broadway-unplugged-2019-a-benefit-concert-for-orbit-programs 

To learn about Mary and Max the Musical: https://www.facebook.com/MaryandMaxthemusical/

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Life as an Artistic Director: Interview with Mary Nye Bennett of the Atlanta Lyric Theatre


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In talking with Mary Nye Bennett, we explore her role as an artistic director, learn about the Lyric Theatre and how shows are selected, and even get a little audition advice! Mary also opens up about her decision to take the stage again in the upcoming show War Paint. Also find out her hopes for the future of Atlanta theater!

Find the Atlanta Lyric Theatre

You can learn more about the Atlanta Lyric Theatre and their 40th anniversary season (including the show War Paint!) here: http://atlantalyrictheatre.com/ . 

You can support their current Mix Match campaign here: http://atlantalyrictheatre.com/support-us/

And if you want to learn more about the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre mentioned in the episode, visit: https://www.rockymountainrep.com/

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