Ep 384- Award Winning Actress Èmilie Dequenne Talks "Survive!"

Émilie Dequenne is a FORCE! She is here to talk about her amazing new thriller "SURVIVE" now on-demand and in theatres! This is an edge of the seat thriller you must see! Talking to her, I was in awe of her career!

Ep 383- Songwriting Legend Steven Dorff Tells Us All About The Hits!

2018 inductee into The Songwriters Hall of Fame NYC, 3 time Grammy and 6 time Emmy nominated Steve Dorff has written the soundtrack of people’s lives. If you love "Through The Years" or "I Just Fall In Love Again" this is for you!

Ep 382- Global Superstars Il Volo Are Here To Talk Their 2025 World Tour!

From PBS, Streisand, platnium albums, sold out world tours, we all know and love Il Volo! Those voices, the music, the glasses! We are so honored that they chose to come to the Roundtable to celebrate 15 years together and their new world tour!

Ep 381- Drag Superstar Marti Gould Cummings Has "Stage Fright!"

We love Drag! We love activists! We have the best of both making their Roundtable debut here today! The One & Only Marti Gould Cummings is here to talk STAGE FRIGHT! Stage Fright, hosted by OUT 100’s Marti Gould Cummings with Drama Desk-nominee Yaz Fukuoka on the keys, returns to the queer nightclub Red Eye NY!

Ep 380- Vince Kelley Talks Playing Blanche In "Golden Girls The Laughs Continue" Now On Tour!

Picture it. United States, 2024. GOLDEN GIRLS: THE LAUGHS CONTINUE is a parody that brings Miami’s sassiest seniors to stages around the country for one more hurrah. We find Sophia out on bail after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring for retirees.

Ep 379- Cabaret Superstar Ari Axelrod Talks His New Album & Concert At 54 Below!

We have the one & only award-winning musical storyteller Ari Axelrod here! His new album A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway will be available on CD and digital formats on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Ep 378-Our 2025 Debut Show with The One & Only Nia Vardalos!

We are back! Bigger, Better, & With More Artists Talking About Art For 2025 Here At The Roundtable with Robert Bannon! We are so excited to kick things off this year with the Oscar Nominated Superstar that is Nia Vardalos!

Ep 377- Cliff Beach Plays The Funk, Talks His New Album, His Radio Show, Book, & More!

For over 15 years, Cliff Beach has been a cornerstone of the Los Angeles music scene earning a reputation for vibrant live performances; high volume of musically eclectic releases; and having a second-to-none hustle that uplifts every collaborator in his orbit.

Ep 376- "Cindy Of Arc" Is Back In NYC & We Have Cynthia Kaplan & Dani Davis Here With Us!

We love a creative mind with humor and spirit! We have Playwright & Performer Cynthia Kaplan here with Tony Winning Producer/Director Dani Davis to tell us all about their show "Cindy of Arch!" Back by popular demand, the “brilliant and blistering” Cindy of Arc continues its monthly residency at the Laurie Beechman Theater in NYC.

Ep 375- Christina H. Wilson Talks Writing"Believe" Now Available To Read!

Christina Wilson, a successful Wall Street wife and podcast host, has crafted a remarkable memoir that began as a collection of short stories over the past 20 years.

Ep 374- Singing Superstar Jamie Fine, My New Best Friend, Has a New Single You Need To Hear!

"LIKE I DO" is the first single release from JAMIE FINE's anticipated project. The project will be released early in 2025. "LIKE I DO" was written by Jamie Fine, Jordan Lutes, Keith Sorrells and Oscar Linnander and produced by Keith Sorrells and Oscar Linnander.

Ep 373- Southside Johnny Is Having A Party! He Is Here To Tell Us All About It!

It was such an honor to be here on The Roundtable! Well as you know, I am a Jersey Boy thru and thru so with the chance to speak to Southside Johnny came about, I had to take the chance!

Ep 372- Rep. Adam Kinzinger & Director Steve Pink Talk "The Last Republican" Documentary!

This was one of the most fascinating chats I have ever done. It was an honor to talk about "The Last Republican" with Adam Kinziger & Steve Pink!

Ep 371- Opening Night of "Eureka Day" With Bll Irwin, Jessica Hecht, Amber Grey, & More!

Wildly relevant and bitingly funny, Jonathan Spector’s play comes to MTC in an all-new production following an acclaimed London run.

Ep 370- Victoria Myers Talks "A Legend Is Hatched"

The new short, A Legend is Hatched: I Become Famous... in My Own Mind, that was recently accepted into Dances with Films film festival in New York is the next fun comedy series. Mark My Words! Created by Victoria Myers and directed by Madeline Stephenson, A Legend is Hatched: I Become Famous...

Ep 369- The Red Carpet Premiere of "Three Wisermen & A Boy" At Christmas Con!

We are everywhere! It could be Broadway! It could be a movie premiere! It could be Christmas Con in Edison, NJ! Our Roudntable correspondent Adrienne Garzillo was live, festive, and ready to bring the holiday cheer at the premiere of "Three Wisermen & A Baby!" We had the stars Andrew Walker, Tyler Hynes, Paul Campbell, and Kimbely Sustad with us at the opening!

Ep 368- "the beautiful land I seek" Writer Matthew Barbot & Director Josè Zayas Are Here!

Pregones/Puerto Rican Traveling Theater, Latinx Playwrights Circle, and Fault Line Theatre are proud to present the World Premiere of the beautiful land i seek (la linda tierra que busco yo), written by Matthew Barbot and directed by José Zayas.

Ep 367- Sam Kissajukian Just Finished His US Run Of "300 Paintings!" A Congrats Chat!

The US premiere of 300 Paintings, created and performed by Sydney-based comedian and visual artist Sam Kissajukian was an EPIC Success for Sam and the Vineyard!.

Ep 366- Author Ron Fassler Talks His New Book "The Show Goes On: Broadway Hirings, Firings and Replacements"

Author Ron Fassler has done it all. He is an actor. He is an artist. He is a writer! His new book is a fascinating read for all Broadway Fans!

Ep 365- Vocal Group T3 Is Back To Share Their Holiday Album, Tour, & What's Next!

Viral sensation T.3 – the dazzling vocal trio featuring Liam Fennecken, Jim Hogan and Brendan Jacob Smith – has released their new holiday EP FaLaLaLonely in streaming and digital formats. A CD edition will be released on Friday, December 13.

Ep 364- Actor Dazmann Still Talks "College Fun," "Bill & Ted" & Voice Over Superstardom!

This chat was so much FUN! DazMann Still is here! You may have seen him as Jimi Hendrix in Bill & Ted Face The Music, or you have heard his voice on tons of commercials, well he is here in NY with a brand new show with our friends at Frog & Peach Theatre Company!

Ep 363- Tower Of Power Founder Emilio Castillo Talks The Group's First Holiday Album!

We love a holiday album moment! All month long, we have been talking to our favorite new Christmas Music releases! Well we fell in love with the Tower of Power New Holiday Album! We are honored to b joined by founder of the group Emilio Castillo!

Ep 362- Broadway Superstar Lea Salonga Is Here!

Today Lea Salonga. We love Lea! We love Christmas! Is there a Broadway fan out there who did not grow up with Lea Salonga’s voice? As she says, she makes us cry for a living! I do not think words have been more correct.

Ep 361- Director & Writer Philippe Grenier Talks His Oscar Qualifying Short "Muscat"

MUSCAT written and directed by Philippe Grenier is a film about incommunicability, resilience, taboos and sexual awakening. The meeting between Samir and Louis is decisive: like a storm in his heart and body, he experiences strong feelings that are impossible to ignore.

Ep 360- Director Chaysen Beacham Talks All About The Film "What We Find On The Road!"

Chaysen Beacham is an award-winning American producer, director, and screenwriter. Chaysen was born in Wilmington, NC, in June of 1984. Home to EUE Screen Gems studios, Wilmington allowed Chaysen an introduction to film and television at a young age.

Ep 359- Comic Janine Harouni Brings Her One Woman Show To NYC & It Is Not To Be Missed!

Janine Harouni who is a standup from New York who lives in London (and is a sold out comic around the world) bringing her sold out, critically acclaimed show to the New York stage for the first time, at Soho Playhouse in December for 3 weeks ONLY!

Ep 358- Drag Legend Shequida Is Here & She Knows Santa's Secret!

Shequida is a Drag Legend! New Yorkers are in for an unforgettable holiday treat as Santa’s Secret returns for its fourth sold-out season at an all-new, expanded location in West Chelsea.

Ep 357- Country Star Brian Falduto Talks Being Solo For Christmas!

Country music crooner Brian Falduto is bringing a fresh and uplifting perspective to holiday music this season with his first original jingle, “Christmas Solo.” This playful, country-pop tune shines a spotlight on those who find themselves alone during the holidays, reframing solo time as an opportunity for self-love and celebration.Produced by Brett Castro, “Christmas Solo” blends Falduto’s signature country-pop style with a dose of festive cheer.

Ep 356- John Fisher, Writer, Comedian, Actor, Talks "Medea" Now Playing In NYC!

John Fisher is a Bay Area theater legend and is currently featured in Off-Broadway’s Medea: A Musical Comedy – which he wrote, directed and appears in. The show is enjoying an open-ended run at the Actors Temple Theatre in NYC.

Ep 355- Actor Ben Krieger Talks The Journey From Theatre To Film, "The Short Game!"

Ben Krieger is an NYU student, actor, and singer/songwriter from Palm Beach Gardens, FL. He spent three years working in professional musical theater in production such as Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof as well as Broadway National Tours of Pippin, Sound of Music and Finding Neverland.

Ep 354- Anthony Evans Jr. Talks His Holiday Album, The Voice, & Singing His Face Off!

We love Christmas albums here at The Roundtable! When we heard this new album by Gospel Great Anthony Evans Jr., we were beyond hooked! This album is full blown Holiday CLASSIC! Hear how he made it happen, what he loves about the holiday, and what is next for him!

Ep 353- Tony Winner Leslie Odom Jr Makes His Roundtable Debut For The Holidays!

We love Leslie! We love Christmas! Put them together and it is a Holiday Broadway Party coming across the US this December! Tony and GRAMMY Award-winner and two-time Academy Award-nominee, Leslie Odom, Jr.

Ep 352-Broadway Star & Jersey Girl Donna Vivino Talks Playing "Jersey" In Hell's Kitchen!

If you live in Jersey, you know the Vivino Family. They have been making music, TV, and more for decades. Well, Donna Vivino is a Broadway Powerhouse! She has been in nothing but monster hit shows like "Wicked," "Les Mis," "Cats," and more.

Ep 351- Richard Short Talks "The Hills Of California," Acting, TV/Film, & Family!

Actor Richard Short Is Here! He has worked with some of the best! Remember his turn with Denzel in "MacBeth?" I mean HE ACTS! Well he is back on Broadway in "The Hills Of California" receiving raves for the show, this cast, and Richard and he is telling us all about it!

Ep 350- Sam Tsui & Casey Breves Are Back To Talk Their New Song Cycle Now Streaming!

Social media sensations Sam Tsui and Casey Breves have unveiled their latest musical endeavor, a song cycle titled 'Eight Immortals', which draws inspiration from a series of popular Chinese myths.

Ep 349- Lindsay Heather Pearce Talks "Les Mis," Detroit, Celine, The Gym, & Being Elphaba!

There is no show more iconic than "Les Mis!" From "One Day More," to "On My Own," to "Master of The House," to "Castle On A Cloud," to 'Empty Chairs," to... I can keep going. Now of all those songs, there is one that seems to haunt, excite, make us tear up, and more ....

Ep 348- Movie Star Muni Norodom & Writer Jackson Prince Talk "1660 VIne" Now Streaming!

We love a new musical! We love Paula Abdul! We love Royalty! We have all three for you! 1660 Vine stars content creator and actor Khemuni Norodom (Prince Khemuni Norodom of the Cambodian Royal Family) as “Danny,” the newcomer to the apartment building who moves in after a video he posted called BREAK UP CAKE propels him to internet-fame, and he goes viral overnight.

Ep 347- Barfly Barfly Creator Robert Driemeyer Talks Singing, Comedy, & Making Drinks!

“Broadway Barfly,” a zesty evening with comedian, actor, singer, and YouTube creator Robert Driemeyer (Caroline’s on Broadway, “Comic Strip Live”), on Sunday, December 1 at 1:00 PM.The show is presented in association with NY Boundless Theater and producer Tommaso Cartia.

Ep 346-Maddie Price, The Next Generation Of Musical Theatre Writers, Talks Her Original Musical!

To Be Young.... I received an email from a 16 year old aspiring Musical Theatre Writer/SuperFan of Broadway who I just had to meet! This is what she said... "I’m a 16-year-old theater kid working on writing a Broadway musical.

Ep 345- Vocal Superstar Clay Aiken Is Here To Usher In The Holidays With. A New Album!

We admit it! We are some Claymates here at The Roundtable! That second season of Idol was LIFE! Did you know that Clay's iconic Christmas Album is tied for the biggest first week of Holiday sales with Celine Dion!?

Ep 344- Broadway Superstar Kevin Chamberlin Makes His NYC Cabaret Debut!

Three-time Tony Award nominee Kevin Chamberlin making his New York solo cabaret debut “Finding the Joy” on Sunday, November 24 and Monday, November 25 at 7:00 PM. Sold-out west coast audiences have raved about this evening of song, comedy, backstage stories, his insane rise to fame on TikTok, and much more.

Ep 343- Jazz Star Ava Monroe is Here To Talk Her New Christmas Album, "Wrapped In Joy!"

Ava Monroe is an American Jazz/Soul singer, songwriter, and record producer. She is the daughter of Sports History Makers, Professional Heavyweight Boxer, Marty Monroe and Author, Jean Dancy. Ava Started her professional singing career singing behind Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl.

Ep 342- Harpist & Actor Rita Costanzi Talks "Women On A Ledge" Now In NYC!

World-acclaimed harpist Rita Costanzi is returning to the New York stage in the world premiere of Woman on a Ledge, based on Costanzi’s memoir and adapted by Hershey Felder. The production will be directed by Lissa Moira.

Ep 341- Eureka Day Is Coming To Broadway! We Chat With The Cast & Creatives!

We love MTC and the amazing work they do! Up next for them is Eureka Day! Wildly relevant and bitingly funny, Jonathan Spector’s play comes to MTC in an all-new production following an acclaimed London run.

Ep 340- Kate Hamill, The Most Produced Playwright In America, Joins Us!

Kate Hamill is here. She is the most produced Playwright in America! You heard that right! Her adaptations of classics and her originals are done all over the world! She is deeply passionate about creating new feminist, female-centered classics, both in new plays and in adaptation - stories that center around complicated women.

Ep 339- Director Terry Loane Talks "The Last Rifleman" Starring Pierce Brosnan!

Superstar Director Terry Loane Is Here! A good ole Irishman like myself! He has a beautiful new film that you must see called "The Last Rifleman" starring Bond Himself Pierce Brosnan. How did it come to be? We find out!

Ep 338- The Grinch Is Here! He's A Mean One & He Is Here!

He's a mean one! I think he is the most famous guest we have ever had! The Grinch is here! What does he think of this holiday season? What is life like on the road? Is Max there? We go on a deep dive to find out all the scoop about this season's must see holiday theatrical event!

Ep 337- Luxx Noir London Is Here Hunty! She Is Starring In "Drag The Musical" & We Talk All About It!

We love Luxx! From the second she struttered onto Drag Race, we have been fans! This Jersey Queen has been giving looks, shade, and lip synching moments for years, but did you know she can sing! Well, she is here to talk making her NYC Off-Broadway Debut in "Drag The Musical" now at New World Stages!

Ep 336-The Morgan Brothers Talk "The Boat" A New Short Qualified For The 2025 Academy Awards!

Writer/director Luke Morgan's THE BOAT is based on a true story of a father whose daughter displays some troubling medical symptoms forcing him to make a devastating decision.

Ep 335-"Sallywood" Writer & Director Xaque Gruber Is Here!

Based on the true story of a 20-something writer from rural Maine. Inspired by actress SALLY KIRKLAND’s performance in the sleeper hit, ANNA (Oscar nominee, Independent Spirit Award and 1988 Golden Globe winner), Zack takes the leap to pursue his ambitions of a Hollywood Career.

Ep 334- Podcast Host Robert Peterpaul Talks "The Art of Kindness" Here On BPN!

Just two Roberts from NJ on today's Roundtable! Robert Peterpaul is my buddy! He is a fellow podcaster, red carpet correspondent, and all around great guy! He stopped by to talk about his journey to kindness, podcasting, Conneticut, and if we would ever put jelly on our egg sandwich.

Ep 333- It Is Press Day Over At "Swept Away" & We Are There!

While I am still out of the NY area working away, Adrienne Garzillo has been hitting the carpets to bring you the best of Broadway! Today we bring you "Swept Away" Press Day!

Ep 332- James Ward Byrkit, Director & Creator, Talks His New Series "Shatter Belt" Starring Patton Oswalt Now Streaming!

Timed to the 10th Anniversary of the critical darling COHERENCE, and the new series SHATTER BELT – director/series creator James Ward Byrkit comes to The Roundtable to chat all about it!

Ep 331- Playwright Meghan Kennedy Talks "The Counter" Now Playing At The Roundabout!

Meghan Kennedy is a playwright, screenwriter, television writer, and Roundabout staple! She seems to be having shows pop up over there all the time! For two more weeks, "The Counter" starring Anthony Edwards is playing! You have to check this show out!

Ep 330- Broadway Darling Michael Longoria Talks Christmas, "Jersey Boys," & His Debut Show at 54 Below!

Then "Jersey Boys" Star Michael Longoria makes his "Roundtable" Debut! . Get your holiday season started right with a sweet candy cane serenade from the world renowned vocalist best known for his star turn on Broadway as Frankie Valli in the Tony® Award winning musical Jersey Boys!

Ep 329- Jazz Superstar Jane Monheit Talks Her Gorgeous New Album Now Out!

I mean, I can not think of an artist we love more than Jane Monheit. She is a friend, we have collaborated, I have been a fan girl! I can not say enough! This Grammy Nominated Jazz Powerhouse is back on The Roundtable! She has a new album out that is gorgeous!

Ep 328-Ashley Tabatabai Is Here To Talk Directing & Writing the Oscar® Qualified Short HAMDARDI

Ashley Tabatabai, writer/co-director of the Oscar® qualified HAMDARDI is here to talk about his work and it is as timely as ever. This is a story of a bereaved immigration officer whose inner turmoil awakens his compassion to the plight of two young Iranian travellers who are caught in an unfair travel ban.

Ep 327- Author/Pastor Antoine Jasmine Talks His New Book "Beauty For The Ashes"

Bishop Antoine Jasmine earned his PhD in Christian counseling in August of 2015 and received his Doctorate in Divinity in December 2015, adding Dr. Antoine Jasmine to the list of accolades that he has acquired.

Ep 326- Director Rosemarie Reeds Talks "Forgetting The Many: The Royal Pardon of Alan Turning"

The critically acclaimed documentary Forgetting the Many: The Royal Pardon of Alan Turing will have a one-week run at Cinema Village in NYC beginning December 6th.

Ep 325-The Stars Are Out! Paul Rudd, Chris Meloni, Adam Pascal, & More Talk The SAY Foundation!

It is that time for one of our favorite events of the year! Paul Rudd's All-Star Bowling Benefit Is Back! Paul Rudd’s 11th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit returns to New York to support SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young.

Ep 324- Director Andrew Boodhoo Kightlinger Talks His New Film "Lost On A Mountain In Maine!"

Filmmaker Andrew Boodhoo Kightlinger on behalf of his upcoming adventure film LOST ON A MOUNTAIN IN MAINE, produced by Sylvester Stallone and in theaters nationwide from Blue Fox Entertainment on November 1st.

Ep 323- Producer Richard Hull Talks Honoring Veterans With The Feature "Fighting Spirits"

Richard Hull is here! He is a producer, visionary, business man, and he is here to spread awareness about our veterans. After producing more than 25 films and TV shows with most major studios, Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain's Journey is Rich’s directorial debut.

Ep 322- "Microbudget", A New Comedy Earning Raves, Is Today's Chat! Star Patrick Noth & Director Morgan Evans Are Here!

Actor/writer Patrick Noth and director/writer Morgan Evans are here to talk about theur new comedy feature! Micro Budget - making the fall festival circuit with next stops including Heartland IFF, Tacoma FF, Buffalo IFF, and more.

Ep 321- The Ghost Trap Stars Zak Steiner & Greer Grammar Talk This New Thriller You Must See!

THE GHOST TRAP, based on the novel of the same name by K. Stephens, is now a feature film and the stars are here to tell us all about it! The new elevated drama/thriller stars Zak Steiner (White Men Can’t Jump, Euphoria) & Greer Grammer(Awkward, Deadly Illusions).

Ep 320- Broadway Darling Darlesia Cearcy Talks "What A Wonderful World" At Studio 54!

You talk about Broadway and a voice- you need to talk about Darlesia Cearcy! She can SING y'all! She is now in the new smash Broadway Musical "A Wonderful World" playing Louie Armstong's first wife and the buzz is she is incredible!

Ep 319- The Equality Now Gala For Women's Rights with Ben Stiller, Christine Lahti, & More!

As Robert is out in Detroit teaching the children, Roundtable Red Carpet Correspondent Adrienne Garzillo has been hitting the red carpets! She was at the Equality Now Gala talking to all the stars!

Ep 318- Karen Mason Talks Her New Album, "& All That Jazz," Broadway, & Being A Cabaret LEGEND!

Zevely Records and King Kozmo Music, a division of the Jazzheads Music Group, have announced that Karen Mason And All That Jazz! – the singular album from acclaimed Broadway star and concert artist KAREN MASON – is now available on CD and in digital and streaming formats today, Friday, October 25.

Ep 317- Law & Order Star Kathryn Erbe Talks Returning To The Stage In "Ashes & Ink!"

We just love that Kathryn Erbe! She is a CLASS ACT! She is best known to television audiences for her starring roles on LAW & ORDER: CRIMINAL INTENT and OZ, as well as her recurring roles on HOMICIDE: LIFE ON THE STREET, THE SINNER, HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER, POSE, INVASION, CITY ON A HILL, and the upcoming BLACK RABBITT.

Ep 316- Award Winning Director Nicholas Ma Talks New Film "Leap Of Faith"

Twelve diverse Christian leaders find hope and fellowship at a series of boundary-breaking retreats in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Brought together by Michael Gulker of The Colossian Forum, five women and seven men struggle with some of today’s most contentious issues.

Ep 315-Andy Karl, Broadway Superstar That He Is, Is Back On Stage In NYC!

WE LOVE ANDY! Broadway icon Andy Karl, who is set to make his highly anticipated return to the New York stage this month in the new Michael R. Jackson musical, “Teeth,” at New World Stages. Andy joins the production as ‘Pastor Bill O'Keefe’.

Ep 314- The Touring Cast of "MJ THE MUSICAL" Live From Motown! Do Not Miss This Moment!

You may not know this, but I, Robert, moved to Detroit two months ago! Yes I sure did! I am still here to talk to all your favs, but I have fallen in love with the history and culture (& My husband) all here in the 313!

Ep 313- Cellovoci- Branden, James, & Effie Passero Come To Talk Their Gorgeous New Album!

CelloVoci – the newly formed classical-crossover group starring internationally renowned cello and vocal duo BRANDEN & JAMES, along with powerhouse singer/songwriter EFFIE PASSERO from “American Idol” and Postmodern Jukebox – has announced that their debut album Happy Days is available in digital formats and on CD is OUT!

Ep 312- Shyla Lefner Talks Bringing A Classic Back To Broadway! "Our Town" Out Now!

Shyla Lerner is a actor's actor. She has been on these stages for a minute! All that work and the time has come: it is Shyla's Broadway Debut! She is making it in the classic that is "Our Town!" She is so talented and fun! Wait til you hear her story!

Ep 311- The Chorus of "Dirty Laundry"- Mary Bacon, Sasha Diamond, & Amy Jo Jackson!

We love WP Theatre! The mission, the work, and what is on their stage is amazing! There is a new play there that you must see! It is running til 10/27 and I want you to grab a ticket! DIRTY LAUNDRY is here! The chorus is here!

Ep 310- Producer Jonathan Rockefeller Talks The Genius Of "The Hungry Caterpillar!"

Today we are talking The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at The Duke on 42nd Street at the NEW 42 Studios (229 West 42nd Street) with creator and director, Jonathan Rockefeller, who closely worked with the book’s author Eric Carle on the production before he passed away.

Ep 309- Comedian/Actor/GIF Glitter Legend Rob Huebel Talks New Film "ALL HAPPY FAMILIES"

We love Rob Huebel! He is a comedic genius! Rob Huebel has won hearts as part of the hit series Transparent, his memorable performance in I Love You, Man, and roles on Arrested Development, Curb Your Enthusiasm, 30 Rock, and The Office.

Ep 308- Gospel Legend, TV/Film Superstar Tamela Mann Is Here!

We are honored to have the Amazing Mrs. Tamela Mann with us! We love her from Madea To "Take Me To The King," TV, Concerts, & More! Grammy award-winning gospel artist Tamela Mann released her highly anticipated new album, "Live Breathe Fight," on all music streaming platforms.

Ep 307- Writer, Director, Actor Yaz Canli Talks Debut Film "My Home Unknown"

Yaz Canli, the writer, director, and star of the award-winning film MY HOME UNKNOWN, releasing with Gravitas Ventures on Digital and On-Demand platforms joins The Roundtable! She wrote, director, and stars in this! INSANE!

Ep 306- She's Got Next! Songwriting Pop Superstar Kjersti Long Joins Us To Talk Her Musical UK Debut!

She's the next pop superstar! Just watch! Kjesti Long is here to tell us about two exclusive staged concerts that will mark the European Premiere of the brand new original musical Little Piece of You - An Atypical Musical at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Thursday 31 October and Friday 1 November 2024.

Ep 305-Actor Masud Olufani Talks Playing Fredrick Douglas This Election Season In NYC!

Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House announces No Cowards in Our Band, a powerful musical drama that tells the story of an aging and contemplative Frederick Douglass (1818-1895).

Ep 304- Broadway Composer Andrew Lippa & Executive Director Rachel Routh Talk Dramatist Guild Foundation

Andrew Lippa is a Broadway Writing Superstar! Tony Nominations, long running shows, and classic hits from The Descendants to the most produced regional show of the year, "The Adam's Family!" We also know his classics like "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown," "Wild Party," "Big Fish," and more!

Ep 303- "Water For Elephants" Star Isabelle McCalla Talks The Show, The Album, & The Journey!

We love Izzy! Isabelle McCalla is a Broadway Star! She has done shows from "The Prom" to "Aladdin" Well she is gorgeous in "Water For Elephants" now at The Imperial! She is here to talk about her journey, life in the circus, and the album which is now out!

Ep 302- Tony Winning Superstar Lillias White & Chart Topper John Duff Share Their New Duet!

Can you believe Lillias White has never done our show? We are obsessed with her! From "The Life" to "Hercules" to "Hadestown" and more- SHE IS A LEGEND! John Duff is a singer on the queer scene! His videos are as famous as his voice! He is a queer musical icon!

Ep 301- Hocus Pocus Star Larry Bagby Talks Being Ice, His New Show, & More!

HOCUS POCUS HALLOWEEN HOMICIDE Starring LARRY BAGBY- who played bully "ICE" in the original film "Hocus Pocus," this Off-Broadway play acts as a bit of a spiritual successor to the original film, tackling topics of bullying in a brand new way comes to St.

Ep 300- Mayor Brandon Scott of Baltimore Talks His New Documentary "The Body Politic"

Rarely do we get Political here on The Roundtable, but somethings just are beyond party lines. As a teacher, I was honored to talk to the Mayor of Baltimore Brandon Scott & Filmmaker Gabriel Francis Paz Goodenough about their new doc, "The Body Politic" and how the Mayor is reducing gun violence.

Ep 299- Writer, Director, Actor Jussie Smollett Talks His New Film "The Lost Holiday!"

We are a show where artists talk art. We do not judge, we do not pry, we provide a place for storytellers to tell their story! We welcomed Jussie Smollett to do just that with his new film "The Lost Holiday," and we had a fun chat while he was helping his sister move!

Ep 298- Grammy Winning Conductor Gil Rose Talks Gershwins, Recording Classical, & Art!

Grammy Winning Conductor Gil Rose is here. We talk all sorts of things in this fun and deep chat! He has a big ole show coming to Boston and you need to hear all about it especially all the Gershwin fans out there!

EP 297- Rocky Horror Picture Show Legends Barry Bostwick, Patricia Quinn, & Nell Campbell!

The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, will be celebrating its 49th anniversary and embarking on three national tours stopping in over 50 cities beginning, Saturday, September 28th through October 31st, 2024.

Ep 296- Tank Artistic Director Meghan Finn Talks The Future of NYC's Art Scene!

​Meghan Finn is the Artistic Director of The Tank. She previously served as the Associate Artistic Director at 3LD Art & Technology Center.

Ep 295- Writer & Actor James Harvey Talks His New Show "Kafkaesque!"

Kafkaesque!, a world premiere musical comedy featuring book, music and lyrics by James Harvey (Prime Day, The Bald Faced Truth, The Crack in the Ceiling) and directed by Ashley Brooke Monroe (Hamilton national tour, Life of Pi; The New Group: All of Me).

Ep 294- Forbidden Broadway Is Back! Jenny Lee Stern & Chris Collins-Pisano Are Here!

We love Broadway, but sometimes it deserves some roasting! Who is better for that than the legendary team behind "Forbidden Broadway!" They are back with a brand new show, brand new material, same old laughs! It is off-Broadway and ready to entertain you!

Ep 293- Director/Writer Coke Daniels & TV/Movie Star Omar J. Dorsey Talk "Waterboyz"

THE WATERBOYZ is the latest feature film from acclaimed writer-director Coke Daniels (KAREN), in theaters now. Starring Quavo, LaLa Anthony, Omar Dorsey, and Antwar “AJ” Walker, THE WATERBOYZ is a timely crime drama taking place in the heat of Atlanta's streets, where dreams clash with the gritty reality of street vending.

Ep 292- Stars of Off-Broadway Hit "Cellino V. Barnes" Eric William Morris & Noah Weisberg Are Here!

This chat was a hot! This show is a hoot! If you are a TV fan of a certain age, you think you know, but you have not idea! Cellino V. Barnes, a dark comedy hilariously chronicling the rapid rise and disastrous fall of Ross Cellino and Steve Barnes, the infamous NY-area injury attorneys.

Ep 291- Hip Hop Legend MC Lyte Talks Her New Album "1 of 1"

MC LYTE is an iconic trailblazing Rapper, Actor, Voice Over Artist, Business Woman, Philanthropist, and more!

Ep 290- Movie Stars William Christopher Sumpter & Finn Haney Talk "What We Find On The Road"

Don't you love a new movie! Are you looking for something to watch this coming weekend? We have the stars of a new film, "WHAT WE FIND ON THE ROAD" here on The Roundtable! In WHAT WE FIND ON THE ROAD, TJ receives a key from his estranged ex-con father on his 18th birthday.

Ep 289- Director Marc Saltarelli Talks His New Doc "Studio One Forever!"

Queer History is American History and the tales of safe places where all can feel seen is often not told, but thanks to Marc Saltarelli- this story is! A beacon of dancing and freedom for gay men looking for identity in a world that saw them as outcasts, Studio One was a haven and the blossoming center of nightlife in West Hollywood.

Ep 288- Director Gino McKoy Talks Perseverance While Making Art!

A terrifying sci-fi thrill ride, LUMINA follows four friends desperately searching for their abductee friend in a DUMB - DEEP UNDERGROUND MILITARY BASE. Whether they find their friend or not, what they find in the desert of the US to the sands of the Sahara, will change their lives forever.

Ep 287- Mason McCulley Tell Us Why "Carole Cook Died For Our Sins!

Mason McCulley is here! From stage, "INSECURE," a ton more TV appearances, pops into The Roundtable! He has a brand new show called "Carole Cook Died For My Sins!" We love Carole so we had to find out more!

Ep 286- The Stars of "Some Like It Hot" National Tour Are Here & That Ain't Bad!

We love a "Some Like It Hot" moment! The Roundtable is out in Detroit and we are counting down the days til this tour comes to town! Stats Matt Loehr & Tavis Kordell are here! They were literally in rehearsal before opening night and took time to say HEY!

Ep 285- The Legend Chazz Palminteri Is Back!

With almost 200+ credits on TV and Films, with Academy Award Nominations, writing awards, a hit Broadway Show, and more under his belt, Chazz Palminteri is an inspiration! He also happens to be one of our favorite all-time guests here at The Roundtable!

Ep 284- Singer Dallas James Pritt Talks Making Music, Working For The Mouse, & More!

Dallas James Pritt shines brightly as a rising star in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences across the nation with his dynamic performances in theme parks, regional theaters, and on screens both big and small.

Ep 283- Detroit's Own JeeMell Green Talks Singing, Broadway, & The Coney Dog!

We love a new friend here on The Roundtable! Our guest today is JeeMell Green! He comes from the heart of the 313 in Detroit and you know they do not play when it comes to singing! JeeMell has been singing in church, around town, and everyone for life and now his eyes are on Broadway!

Ep 282- Bistro Winning Cabaret Star Roberto Araujo Returns To Greenroom 42!

THE GREEN ROOM 42 – the intimate concert venue dubbed Broadway’s “off-night hotspot” by The New York Times – will present the return of Roberto Araujo in an encore performance of his acclaimed show “I Just Wanted You to Know” on Friday, September 20 at 7:00 PM.

Ep 281- Director Sheridan O'Donnell Talks "Little Brother" & Inclusivity In Hollywood!

The next generation of film makers are here on The Roundtable! Born in Texas and raised in New Mexico, Sheridan O’Donnell is a Korean-American filmmaker based in Los Angeles.

Ep 280- Tony Nominee Jordan E. Cooper Talks "Oh Happy Day," "Ain't No Mo," Miss Pat, & More!

We are FANS of Jordan E. Cooper. He has been a writer (Star), a Tony Nominee (Ain't No Mo), a show runner (The Mrs. Pat Show), and a voice for the community!

Ep 279- Author, Writer, Comedian Deb Winer Talks Her New Podcast "FLASH FORCE!"

Are you a news/politic/podcast junkie? We have a chat for you! Deborah Grace Winer has recently released the first two episodes of her new scripted comedy podcast, which features an array of Broadway performers. FLASH FORCE!

Ep 278- Legendary Artist Lionel Cole Talks 54 Below, His Family's Genius, & Giving Back!

This chat was an honor! We love the Cole family! We love Lionel! We are ready for his return to 54 Below! Lionel Cole is from a storied musical family as he is the son of Freddy Cole, a Grammy nominated jazz vocalist, the nephew of Nat King Cole, and the cousin of Natalie Cole.

Ep 277- New Musical "Lifeline" Comes To NY & The Album Is Out!

Center Stage Records announced today the release of the concept recording of LIFELINE, the new musical written by Becky Hope-Palmer with music and lyrics by Robin Hiley. The recording features performances by Aaron Lazar, Arielle Jacobs, Nathan Salstone, Jay Armstrong Johnson, and Mia Gerachis.

Ep 276- Broadway Star Marina Kondo Talks About "See What I Wanna See" Coming To NYC!

We love new work! We love representation on stage! We love that Marina Kondo! She is a part of this all-star cast in "See What I Wanna See" as it comes to NYC! It is a part of Out Of The Box Theatrics and the innovative work they put up on their stage!

Ep 275- Platinum Artist & Idol Winner Kris Allen Talks His New Album "Pole Vaulter"

He stole our hearts on Season 7 of Idol. He reminded us to "Live Like Your Dying" with his multiplatinum debut album. Now with several albums under his belt and a decade plus of touring, Kris Allen is back with a new album, new tour, and a lot to say!

Ep 274- Broadway Star Max Crumm Talks Parenting, Grease, & Playing A Child?

We love that Max Crumm! Our fandom goes back to "You're The One That I Want" days! Well Max now has a few Broadway Shows under their belts belt, TV credits, and a big ole career! So what made them take on the job of playing a six month old baby in a brand new musical "That Parenting Musical?" We ask and find out!

Ep 273- Writers of "Grumpy Old Men: The Musical" Neil Berg & Dan Remmes Are Here!

We love new musicals! We love movies! We love "Grumpy Old Men!" We had the chance to chat with the book writer Dan Remmes & Composer Neil Berg! They have an all-star cast ready to go and the album is now streaming! Hear all about it!

Ep 272- "Rumors" Star & Writer Nicole Vernarec Talks About The Tubi Hit!

Have you ever been a victim of a rumor? I think we all have been! Well, how many of us have taken that experience and made a whole television show out of it? Not many! One person I know did is our guest Nicole Vernarec!

Ep 271- Broadway Superstar Chilina Kennedy Talks "Wild About You," "Gatsby," & Her Epic Career!

Chilina Kennedy – the multihyphenate actress, singer, songwriter and theater leader, best known for playing Carole King in the musical Beautiful on Broadway for over 1,200 performances – is now back on Broadway as Myrtle Wilson in the hit musical The Great Gatsby.

Ep 270- Cabaret Stars Nicolas King & Seth Sikes Talk Belting, The Music of MGM, & A New Show At 54 Below!

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents the return of Seth Sikes and Nicolas King in an encore performance of their show The New BeltersSing MGM on Friday, September 6 at 7:00 PM. Acclaimed jazz pianist Billy Stritch will music direct the evening celebrating music from the golden age of MGM.

Ep 269- International Music Star Shani Talks "The Moon Knows" Now Streaming!

Shani Rigsbee ( SHANI), is part of a rare power pack of American stars that are equally fluent both on stage, recordings and on screen. A multi-award winning Artist, her credits as a Singer, Composer and Producer appear in major motion pictures and she has performed at some of the world’s most prestigious venues.

Ep 268- "American Idol" Winner David Cook Talks Broadway, New Music, & What Is Next!

We all remember the Epic Season 7 of American Idol! The Battle of The David's were all the rage! Well American Idol Winner David Cook is here! He has chart topping hits, has sold millions of records, toured the world, raised almost two million dollars for Brain Cancer Research, and is just getting started.

Ep 267- Drag Legend Sherry Vine Is Here To Talk Her Out TV Variety Show Out Now!

Another Roundtable Debut! International drag darling Sherry Vine returns to glittering TV screens across the globe with The Sherry Vine Variety Show premiering on OUTtv on August 1st.

Ep 266- Witches Get Your Hands UP! Comedian Tim Murrary Joins Us To Talk His New Tour!

Introducing Queerty nominated US comedian Tim Murray, who brings his spooky comedy hour ‘Witches’ back to North America starting this September. The show is a mix of stand up and original comedy songs about his favorite pop culture WITCHES!

Ep 265- We Love Robin Williams! Dave Droxler Does To! Hear All About It!

As we near the ten-year anniversary of Robin Williams’ passing on August 11th, Abingdon Theatre Company (Chad Austin, Producing Artistic Director) is delighted to announce that ROBIN & ME: MY LITTLE SPARK OF MADNESS, which had its award-winning Off-Broadway Premiere in the spring of 2023, will continue its journey in honoring Robin Williams’ legacy at theatres across Pennsylvania.

Ep 264- Not Broadway Star Mark MacKillop Is Here To Talk Raising Money For BC/EFA & His New Show!

We all want to make a difference and do good work! Then there is Mark MacKillop! He has raised over 600k dollars for BC/EFA! He is here to talk about his career, his fundraising, and a brand new show coming to NY on September 2nd!

Ep 263- Tik Tok Book Star Kevin T. Norman & Out Baseball Star & Singer Bryan Ruby!

We have some pair of MutiHyphonate Superstars in the house tonight! Up first, we loved chatting with Kevin T. Norman! He does a little bit of a lot of things! He is a Tik Tok Star, he is an author, he created a queer Book Club, and so much more.

Ep 262- McKinley Belcher III Was Here! Check Out Our Chat About Broadway & "Death Of A Salesman"

A TOUR DE FORCE FOR SURE! McKinley Belcher III was here last year! He was in the midst of killing it on the boards over at "Death of A Salesman" as Happy! Did you see it? Well if you saw it, you knew he was going to be a big star and guess what? He is!

Ep 261- Singer Rex Dean & Author Laura Pritchett Talk Changing The World With Art!

We love siblings, inspiration, and activism! Today's guests do it all and happen to be siblings! ‘Three Keys’ is the latest novel from Laura Pritchett.

Ep 260- Broadway Star Anthony Wayne Talks His New Show "Just Me!" Coming To Green Room!

Anthony Wayne, best known for the hit Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical, in his concert “...Just Me. Anthony Wayne: Live” – on Monday, August 5 at 7:00 PM. His show is a behind-the-scenes, personal musical journey of the man behind the image.

Ep 259- TV Legend Debra Jo Rupp Talks A Brand New Play & Her Epic Career!

Ep 258- Broadway Inspiration Aaron Lazar Talks His New Album "Impossible Dream"

This is a MUST LISTEN chat with an incredible inspiration! ALL HANDS ON DECK BPN FAMILY! Theater, television, and film actor Aaron Lazar (The Light in the Piazza, A Little Night Music, The Last Ship) shared the complete tracklist and lineup of guest artists for his debut album, Impossible Dream.

Ep 257- Platinum Artist Vivian Green Talks New Music, Her NYC Concert, & How To Write!

We love us some grown people music! We have one of the best to ever do it this week! Vivian Green put us on that “Emotional Rollercoaster” with vocals for days! She is on tour this summer with a big show at City Winery in NYC!

Ep 256- Singer/Songwriter Marc Del Giudice Talks His New Single "No Pressure"

An emerging and exciting new voice in indie rock, Marc Del Giudice is set to release his latest single "No Pressure" on July 26. The track will be available on all major streaming platforms and this Jersey Boy stopped by The Roundtable to tell us all about it!

Ep 255- Les Mis Star Nick Cartell Talks His Debut Album. Life On The Road, & How It All Fades Away!

CLUB44 RECORDS is pleased to announce that Broadway star Nick Cartell – currently starring as Jean Valjean on the national tour of Les Misérables – has released “It All Fades Away,” the new single from his upcoming album A Thousand Spotlights – today, Friday, June 28.

Ep 254- Vocalist Jeff Harnar Is Back WIth New Music, New Shows, & More!

JEFF HARNAR – Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around – on CD and digital formats on Friday, July 26.

Ep 253- Everyone's So Creative! Tik Tok Superstar Tanara Mallory Is Here!

We love Tanara "Everyone's So Creative" Mallory! Out of all of the guests we have had on our show, we are asked about her the most! She has millions of followers, memes, and people everywhere quote her famous sayings. What is it like to be a virtual sensation?

Ep 252- Violin Chart Topping Artist Damien Escobar Talks His New Album, "Gemini," Tour, and More!

Hailed as one of the most influential and impactful violinists in modern history— two-time Emmy award-winning artist, Damien Escobar, has spent nearly two decades cementing his legacy as the “King of Strings”.

Ep 251- Broadway Star Catherine Walker Remembers Composer Steven Lutvak

We had a great chat with Broadway Star Catherine Walker about her career from Mary Poppins to Ragtime, but she will always be remembered and associated with the great Steven Lutvak. She is one of the muses that are used for his great work like A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder.

Ep 250-Singer/Songwriter Chris Mann Joins Us To Talk His New Single "I DO"

Singer-songwriter Chris Mann is back with his highly anticipated original song 'I Do', marking his first release of new music in almost six years. Co-written by Mann and acclaimed writer/producer Bleu McAuley, 'I Do' is a soulful ballad that showcases Mann's heartfelt lyrics and signature vocals.

Ep 249- Singing Doo-Wop Sensation Chris Ruggiero Is Here!

He is ONLY 23! 23!!! Chris Ruggiero is here and he is touring the country singing standard, doo wop, and hits of the 50's, 60's 70's and more. You may have seen him on PBS, you may have listened to his albums, now hear the story of how he came to sing, what inspires him, and who has better singers?

Ep 248- Director, Singer, Actor Robert Schwartzman Talks "The Good Half"

We love a pivot! You can be an actor, lead singer in a band, and then direct feature films! We learn how with Robert Schwartzman! Robert Schwartzman started his career appearing in The Virgin Suicides, The Princess Diaries, and went on to form the platinum selling rock band Rooney.

Ep 247- Playwright/Actor Domenica Feraud Talks Her New Play "someone spectacular" Coming To The Signature!

We love an up & coming playwright star here on "The Roundtable!" We have an up & coming star for you! A native New Yorker by way of Ecuador, Domenica Feraud has been part of the city’s theatre landscape for over a decade, despite her young age.

Ep 246- Tribeca Film Festival Day 2- The Red Carpet of "Lake George" & "Sabbath Queen!

We love us some Tribeca Film Festival! It is one of the most fun and exciting weeks in NYC! The Roundtable was invited back for the second year and the stars were out! Adrienne Garzillo made her red carpet debut this year!

Ep 245- Tribeca Film Festival Recap With Margaret Cho, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Stevie Van Zandt. Ruben Blades. & More!

We love us some Tribeca Film Festival! It is one of the most fun and exciting weeks in NYC! The Roundtable was invited back for the second year and the stars were out! Adrienne Garzillo made her red carpet debut this year!

Ep 244- Broadway Star Sam Gravitte Is Here To Talk "Beautiful" At The Cape!

We love our friend Sam Gravitte! From his star making turn in "Wicked" on Broadway to his solo shows selling out Birdland, to his amazing family history, he is a star! He makes his Roundtable Debut right here to talk about his summer plans!

Ep 243- Band Of Gold Singing Legend Freda Payne Is Here!

"Since you've been gone, all that is left is a band of gold... All that's left of the dreams I hold is a band of gold..." Phew that is deep! Well Freda Payne is here! She rocketed to the top of the charts with "Band of Gold" and has been singing and performing ever since!

Ep 242- "Clowns Like Me" Star Scott Ehrenpreis ​& Writer/Director Jason Cannon Are Here!

In his deeply personal and universally resonant one-man show, seasoned actor and master storyteller Scott Ehrenpreis tells his humorous yet profound story of living with mental illness. Like, lots of mental illness.

Ep 241- Dancer Jakob Karr (So You Think You Can Dance) Brings "Ain't Done Bad To NYC!

AIN’T DONE BAD is a hybrid theatrical dance experience conceived, directed, and choreographed by Jakob Karr (“So You Think You Can Dance”) and featuring the music of country star Orville Peck. The show will play a limited engagement at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 W.

Ep 240- Aaron Jackson Talks Growing Up "California Dreams!"

Hey California Dreams Fans! Aaron Jackson is here and he is catching up and telling us about the next reunion with the gang! Aaron Jackson starred on the NBC musical comedy series, California Dreams, where he played Mark Winkle, one of the band’s lead singers.

Ep 239- Cardboard Sessions Founder Dave Lee Talks About Instruments Made of... Cardboard?

We heard that a cardboard company and a snowboard company teamed up and was making instruments out of cardboard and we needed to know more! Jason Lee is here to tell us all about this idea and how it has grown to feature some of music's best!asqwe.

Ep 238- The Director & Stars of "THIS REALLY HAPPENED" Honored At Tribeca Film Festival

We love being a part of the Tribeca Film Festivals Coverage! Every year it is an honor! Some of the best events are the new TV pilots that end up on your televisions! When we heard about this show and the idea that it was based on a true story, we were SOLD!

Ep 237- Vintage Songstress Allyson Briggs Releases New Bacharach Album!

Allyson Briggs has created an eclectic cocktail of high-class music, topped with the glamour of a bygone era. From Carnegie Hall and Jazz at Lincoln Center to the Rainbow Room and Birdland Jazz Club, she has brought her incredible voice to lead Fleur Seule to delight audiences around the world.

Ep 236- Comedian Joel Kim Booster Celebrates Pride, Fire Island, & Loot On The Roundtable!

We just love Joel Kim Booster! From his standup specials to the now queer classic "Fire Island" we have loved to see his blow up! His take, representation, and voice is so important in the community.

Ep 235- The Countess Is Here! Countess Luanne Makes Her Roundtable Debut!

We have a show, a kiki, a dishy brunch, a cocktail party for you this week! the Queens Love The Countess! Countess Luann makes her Roundtable Debut to talk her new single, her concert tour, and what made her a Countess! She came to play everyone!

Ep 234- Poet/Author TJ Armand Talks "Self Imposed Exile" Just In Time For Pride!

Award-winning Turkish-American writer, composer, and producer T.J.

Ep 233- The Tony Award Wrap Up With Author Eila Mell, Author of "The Tony Awards"

We love Broadway! We love the Tony Awards! We loved this season so we are ready to dish! This year's Tony Awards was jam packed with stars, shows, and surprises! We have BPN Resident Expert Eila Mell, author of "The Tony Awards" to chat all about it!

Ep 232- Director Armani Ortiz Talks His New Music Video, Working For Tyler Perry, & More!

Armani Ortiz, co-director of Tyler Perry’s documentary Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story, is back with an electric musical short film, EN EL BRONX PART 2, at the Tribeca Film Festival this year as part of the festival’s short film program.

Ep 231- Director Fernando Andrés and Star Jacob Roberts Talk Making "Rent Free"

Imagine coming meeting some creatives at a party and it eventually becomes a friendship where you write a film and that film enters Tribeca! Well that is the case for our guests! Director Fernando Andrés and Star Jacob Roberts Talk Making "Rent Free!" What is it about you ask?

Ep 230- Tom Nesher Directs Her First Film & It Makes It To Tribeca!

First film out the gate, and you are already in Tribeca! Not too shabby at all! Tom Nesher is here. She is telling us about the road to "Come Closer." This is a very personal story for her and we were her FIRST interview to talk all about it!

Ep 229- Music Icon Desmond Child Talks 200+ Million Albums, His New Book, & Doc On His Family!

Grammy-winning and Emmy-nominated songwriter Desmond Child is one of music's most prolific and accomplished hitmakers. He’s a film, television, theater and music producer, recording artist, performer, and author.

Ep 228- Indy Pop Band Greats Sub-Radio Invades The Roundtable!

Few independent bands have had a career as varied and unpredictable as the indie pop sextet Sub-Radio. Founded in Washington DC by a group of childhood friends, the band built a following in their hometown of Washington, D.C.

Ep 227-The Team Behind The Smash Podcast "Criminal" Is Here To Celebrate 10 Years!

Criminal is an award-winning podcast that explores the unexpected side of true crime. Tune in for thoughtful, complex stories — deeply reported with compassion — of people who've done wrong, been wronged, and/or gotten caught somewhere in the middle.

Ep 226- Runner/Activist Cal Calamia Talks Inclusion, A New Doc, & Being An All Around Boss!

Cal Calamia is a bilingual, non-binary transmasculine runner, author, educator, and activist. He recently made history as the first non-binary winner of both Bay to Breakers and the San Francisco Marathon— a feat made possible by my work in sports activism.

Ep 225- We Celebrate Free Theatre in NY With NY Classical Theatre!

Everything is better when it is FREE is what my grandmother used to say! Well free, theatre, & NY are rarely in the same sentence, but we have a treat for you! New York Classical Theatre's Stephen Burdman, Founding Artistic Director is pleased to announce the cast and creative team for Henry IV.

Ep 224- Singing Superstar Smokie Norful is Here To Talk His Brand New Album!

Multi platinum award-winning singer-songwriter, SMOKIE NORFUL is here! He has new music and he is tallking to "The Roundtable" all about it! "I STILL HAVE YOU" serves as Smokie Norful's seventh studio album release and his first in a decade.

Ep 223- Actor/Activist Wilson Cruz Joins Us To Celebrate Pride!

Happy Pride Roundtable Family! This week, Actor/Activist Wilson Cruz is here! He has been a trailblazer in the community since "My So Called Life!" He has been on the front line of progress for the LGBT+ community. Hear all about his charity work, advocacy, and more!

Ep 222- The Stars of "N/A" Holland Taylor, Ana Villafane, Director Diane Paulus, & More!

Emmy Award® winner Holland Taylor (“The Practice,” “Two and a Half Men,” Ann) and Theatre World Award winner Ana Villafañe (On Your Feet) star as two congresswomen, generations apart.

Ep 221- The Garden State Equality Ball With Gov. Murphy, Sen. Booker, Dominique Jackson, & More!

It is June which means it is PRIDE SEASON! The Roundtable's host Robert Bannon is a proud & out Jersey Boy! He comes to you from the Pride Kickoff event in NJ at the Garden State Equality Ball! He had the chance to speak to : Governor & First Lady Phil & Tammy Murphy.

Ep 220- "Beautiful" Star Kyra Kennedy Talks Playing Carole King At Papermill Playhouse!

Carole has been found for the Paper Mill Playhouse's upcoming production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, which will play the New Jersey venue June 5–30 with an official opening June 9. The cast will be led by Kyra Kennedy (Waitress national tour) as Carole King!

Ep 219- Viral Singing Star Lainie Gardner & The Team DWG House Productions Are Here!

From an early age, Lanie Gardner's gift for storytelling and songwriting blossomed, and she crafted a unique modern blend of classic rock and country influences into her art.

Ep 218- Star of "The View" Sunny Hostin Is Here To Talk Her Brand New Novel Out Now!

Sunny Hostin does it all! She is an Emmy Winning Correspondent/TV Personality, Star of "The View," Prosecutor, Jewelry Designer, Bee Keeper, Wife, Mother, & NY Times Best Selling Author! I need a few more jobs just to try and keep up!

Ep 217- MIdnight Coleslaw Comes To NY! Horror! Drag! Drama!

In a co-production with The Tank, Midnight Coleslaw’s Tales from Beyond The Closet!!!, a campy and terrifying evening of one-acts by Joey Merlo, “one of the most exciting and original voices writing for the New York stage at the moment” (Zachary Stewart, Theatermania) is set to run May 31 - June 23, 2024, at The Tank (312 West 36th St).

EP 216- The Man Behind LaDuca Shoes- Phil LaDuca Is Here To Talk Dance, Broadway, & More!

Internationally acclaimed Shoe Designer, Broadway Performer/Choreographer/Master Class Dance Teacher Phil LaDuca has performed with, choreographed, sang, danced with, or designed for every major star in the industry for over the last forty years.

Ep 215 - Tony Nominee Damon Daunno Talks "The Lonely Few" At MCC!

Two Jersey Boys Take Over The Broadway Podcast Network! What trouble can they possibly get into? Damon received a Tony® and Grammy nomination for his performance as Curly in Daniel Fish’s revival of OKLAHOMA!.

Ep 214- Composer Jaime Lozano Talks "Songs Of An Immigrant" With An All-Star Cast!

Mexican musical storyteller Jaime Lozano has quickly established himself as “a force to be reckoned with in musical theater, in Latin music or wherever else he wants to go,” says Lin-Manuel Miranda, who brought on Lozano to assist with orchestrators for the film adaptation of In The Heights.

Ep 213- Jackie Beat Is Back To Talk Season 2 Of "Dr. Jackie" On Out TV!

She’s baaaaack! Everyone’s favorite unqualified, self-centered show biz shrink is all dolled-up and ready to nod her head while she pretends to be listening! That’s right, the much-anticipated Season 2 of the hilarious hit show “Dr.

Ep 212- Live From The Red Carpet of "The Chita Rivera Awards!"

We loved, loved, loved Chita Rivera. She was a light to the artistic community! It is so nice to see Dance Awards with her namesake, and we were there on the red carpet!

Ep 212- West End Star Bradley Jaden Is Here To Talk His NY Concert Debut!

We love a West End Star on The Roundtable!Superstar Bradley Jaden will make his US debut on Monday June 3rd at Sony Hall along with the iconic Shoshana Bean as a Special Guest!

EP 211-Podcaster/Broadway Baby/Miss California? Salisha Thomas Weiss Is Here!

Salisha does it all! She is an actress, singer, dancer, pagent queen, podcast host, wife, telemarketer, plumber, encyclopedia door to door sales person... I do not know what else she does, but she does it all!

Ep 210- Justin Elizabeth Sayre Is Back To Talk "Night Of 1000 Judy's" At Joe's Pub!

We love us some Justin Elizabeth Sayre & We Love Us Some Judy Garland!The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub on Monday, June 3.

Ep 209- Makenzie Morgan Gomez Talks Theater Breaking Through Barriers & Their Inclusive Approach!

Theater Breaking Through Barriers (TBTB), the only professional Off-Broadway theater company dedicated to advancing artists and developing audiences of people with disabilities, is proud to present the Off-Broadway debut of Neil Simon's brilliant 1980 Tony Award-winning play, I Ought To Be In Pictures, directed by Nicholas Viselli.

Ep 208- A Deep Dive Into Encompass Theatre With Artistic Director Nancy Rhodes

Hailed for “its commitment to musically and thematically adventurous new work (Opera News),” Manhattan’s leading activist opera company Encompass New Opera Theatre (ENOT) presents Unheard Voices: An Immigrant’s Dream—a matinee concert on Sunday, June 9, 2024, 3:00 p.m., at downtown Manhattan’s The Greene Space.

Ep 207- Tony Winner Len Cariou Talks The End of "Blue Bloods" & His Journey To "Sweeney Todd!"

Legend is overly used, but there is no better word to describe Len Cariou! He is a Tony Winner for originating the role of "Sweeney Todd." He also was in the original cast of "A Little Night Music." How did he become a Sondheim Muse? He tells us!

Ep 206- The Roundtable Live From Janice Jam! Stars of Broadway, TV, & More!

A roster of stars from the stage and screen will came together at NYC’s Haswell Green’s on Monday, May 13, for the second annual fundraising concert The Janice Jam, benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

Ep 205- Joe Brent Talks A New Album, A Record Label, & Finding The Mandolin!

One of the most influential and admired ensembles in progressive jazz and improvised music, the primarily plucked and bowed string instruments of 9 Horses returns with Strum, its most extraordinary collection yet.

Ep 204- Broadway Diva Sally Mayes Returns To The NY Stage!

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Tony Award-nominated Broadway favorite Sally Mayes in “Now and Then: The Stories,” the latest installment of her new concert series, on Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 PM.

Ep 203- Kevin Daniels Talks Starring in "Not Another Church Movie" Now In Theatres!

I had a good ole silly time watching "Not Another Church Movie" this week! Guess what? You can too! The movie is now out in theatres wherever movies are seen! The star of the film Kevin Daniels is here! You may know him from Magic/Bird, where he played Magic Johnson or from Frasier!

Ep 202- The Legendary Tony Orlando Is Here! We Are Talking His Epic Career!

Tony Orlando is one of America’s most endearing and beloved iconic entertainers. Grammy Nominee Tony Orlando has sold millions of records, including Five #1 hit records: “Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree,” “Knock Three Times,” “Candida,” “My Sweet Gypsy Rose” and “He Don’t Love You (Like I Love You).” He has 2 Platinum and 3 Gold albums and 15 Top 40 Hits.

Ep 201- "Who's Tommy" Star Jeremiah Alsop Talks His Broadway Debut On "The Roundtable!"

Jeremiah Alsop is here! He is talking all things "Tommy" now at the Nederlander on Broadway! He comes from North Carolina, to Chicago, all the way to Broadway! How did he do it and what advice does he have for the next generation?

Ep 200- Our Tony Thoughts Live From The Museum Of Broadway!

Join us from the Museum of Broadway, as we talk The Tony Awards! What is our favorite shows and performers from the season? We break it all down! Joining Robert is Tony Author Eila Mell, Cabaret Star & Record Executive Robbie Rozelle, and hosts of "The Survival Job Podcast" Samantha Tuozzolo and Jason A.

Ep 199- Live From The Lortel Awards Red Carpet! Stars, Creatives, Legends, & More!

Well I had a good ole time at the 2024 Lortel Awards! We saw so many friends on the red carpet! The best of Off-Broadway was out and about and it was a good time!

Ep 198-Legendary Band "BETTY" Talks Activism, New Music, & PRIDE!

The trailblazing award-winning Indie Rock trio of sisters Elizabeth and Amy Ziff and their bestie, Alyson Palmer who have been creating addictively melodic music for almost 40 years – will release their invigorating new anthem “Pride” as a single on Friday, May 17.

Ep 197- Drag Star Novaczar Talks Drag, Activism. & Inspiration!

Drag Queen & Contestant of "Queen of The Universe" Novaczar swings by! She has lit up the screens and stages with her unique style of drag and live singing voice! Aside from being a part of the NYC Drag Community, she is also a force and face of the NY Theater Community as well!

Ep 196- Marissa Rosen Makes Her Broadway Debut & She Is Here!

Marissa Rosen is on Broadway! YAY!!!! You can currently see her in "Water For Elephants" at the Imperial Theatre! When Marissa is not on Broadway, she is often seen assisting Broadway Legends Kristin Chenoweth & Jessica Vosk in Concert!

Ep 195- Broadway Star Andrew Samonsky Talks "Lempicka!"

Andrew Samonsky is back on Broadway in "Lempicka!" The show is now playing at The Longacre on Broadway! He appeared on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning revival of South Pacific and was also seen in the Live from Lincoln Center PBS broadcast.

Ep 194- Singer/Songwriter Carl Brister Talks Music, Community, & How To Write A Hit!

Carl Brister is an international recording artist and multi-genre singer/songwriter who has been featured on NBC’s Access Hollywood, ABC’s Here and Now, BET, Aspire Network, and more.

Ep 193- Sean Casey Leclaire Talks "Leela" & We Get Deep!

New York: TheaterLab hosts Sean Casey Leclaire’s LEELA: Touching Our Better Selves, directed by Padraic Lillis. The limited presentation will run May 2 – 5 at TheaterLab (357 W 36th St, 3rd floor).

Ep 192-"Stalker" Comes To New World Stages!

Swedish street magicians and illusionists Peter Brynolf and Jonas Ljung achieved the impossible by stumping the legendary Penn & Teller on the first season of their long-running television show, “Penn & Teller: Fool Us!” Now Penn & Teller return the favor by producing Brynolf & Ljung in their New York theatrical debut, Stalker, which combines street magic, stunning illusions and physical mentalism, leaving audiences both thrilled and mystified.

Ep 191- Author LaDarrion Williams Talks "Blood At The Root"

What if Harry Potter went to an HBCU? This is the cornerstone question LaDarrion Williams asks and answers in his upcoming debut novel BLOOD AT THE ROOT, which will release on May 7, 2024.

Ep 190- Jill Eikenberry & Ella Dershowitz Talk About The Premiere of "Two Hander" At NJ Rep!

Ella Dershowitz and Jill Eikenberry to Star in World Premiere of Two Hander at NJ Rep! We love Jill so much here on "The Roundtable!" We love her joining us and introducing us to Ella Dershowitz!

Ep 189- Gospel Superstar Kierra Clark Sheard Talks Music, Books, & Her Brand New Tour!

We love us some KIKI! Kierra Clark Sheard is here! She has platinum #1 Gospel Albums, Best Selling Books, and a brand new tour, "Girl's Night Out." She does it all with a brand new baby at home! How does she do it? We find out!

Ep. 188- Opening Night of "Patriots" with Michael Stuhlbarg & Will Keen!

In 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union, the new Russia belongs to its oligarchs—and no one is more powerful than billionaire Boris Berezovsky. When an eventual successor to President Boris Yeltsin is needed, Berezovsky turns to the little-known deputy mayor of St.

Ep 187- Opening Night Coverage of "Stereophonic" Now On Broadway!

Once in a while a show comes along that knocks the theatre world for a loop! This year is it Stereophonic! The story of a band in the midst of a crisis was a smash at Playwrights and now has transferred to the Golden on Broadway!

Ep 186- Opening Night of "The Heart of Rock & Roll" with Huey Lewis, Jimmy Kimmel, & More!

The heart of Rock & Roll is still beating over at the James Earl Jones Theatre on Broadway! The new show, with the music of Huey Lewis & The News had a pink carpet, killer 80s fashion, and brought a lot of excitement to this Broadway Season!

Ep 185- The Red Carpet Of "The Rosie's Theater Kids Gala" Ft. BD Wong, Judy Gold, & More!

We love the Rosie's Theater Kids organization! For 21 years, they have provided free arts education, SAT Prep, tutoring, and mentorship to over 25k NYC Public School Students! They have literally helped shape the next generation of artists and leaders.

Ep 184- Broadway Podcast Network Co-Founder, CTO, & Host Alan Seales Talks BPN's Journey!

We are on our best behavior! I promise! The man behind BPN is here! Alan Seales, who hosts "The Theatre Podcast" is also the co-founder and CTO of The Broadway Podcast Network! Hear how he merged his love of tech and theatre and helped create this platform celebrating its 4th Anniversary!

Ep 183- Opening Night Of "Lempicka" The Creatives, Stars, & VIP Guests Are Here On The Roundtable!

Woman sure is powerful! "Lempicka" arrived on Broadway and we were there for it all! From the creative team like Matt Gould, Carson Kreitzer, Raja Feather Kelly, to the cast (Eden! Amber! Beth! Natalie!) to the VIP Arrivals like Dylan Mulvaney, Shoshana Bean, etc.

Ep 182- Writer Carson Kreitzer Talks How "Lempicka" Came To Be!

Carson Kreitzer has been working on "Lempicka" for a moment! Well if fourteen years is a moment! Ha! She tells the story of how a trip to the bookstore changed her life and became the original musical "Lempicka." What did it take to get this to the stage?

Ep 181- Actor Jake Reiner Talks "Love & Taxe$," His Famous Family, & Being A Newscaster!

Jake Reiner is the third generation of Hollywood comedy legends. The Los Angeles-born son of a famous actor/director (Rob Reiner) and grandson of another (Carl Reiner), initially opted not to become an actor in favor of working in TV news.

Ep 180- Ryan Vasquez Talks Bringing "The Notebook" To The Stage!

He starred in some of the biggest musicals on Broadway, like "Hamilton." He has been in three shows that are currently making their road to Broadway this season, and he is playing Middle Noah in "The Notebook" currently on Broadway. You better bring your tissues!

Ep 179- Matt DeAngelis Talks "The Janice Jam : Broadway For Breast Cancer"

The Janice Jam is a rocking evening that will benefit breast cancer research and awareness with 100% of ticket proceeds benefitting the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative (part of the Entertainment Community Fund) at Haswell Green's.

Ep 178- Miss Ross Is Back! Angelica Ross Comes Back To "The Roundtable!"

It is a celebration! We are celebrating our 100th Thursday together on The Roundtable! Yes, The Roundtable is a daily podcast on the Broadway Podcast Network, a weekly exclusive on Broadway World, and much more, BUT at the heart of the show is the live Thursday chat!

Ep 177- Cabaret Superstar Klea Blackhurst Talks Her New Residency at Chelsea Table & Stage!

Chelsea Table & Stage will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows.

Ep 176- Jordan Tyson Talks "The Notebook" & Finding Her Younger Allie!

The Notebook Cast Continues! Young Allie is here! We fell in love with that voice that is Jordan Tyson! People: She sings up and down and around! Well, she has made the journey to Broadway with this Broadway Debut moment!

Ep 175- Broadway Debut Alert! "Suff's" Star Hannah Cruz Talks Making Her Debut!

We love a Broadway Debut, a wedding, Hamilton, and original new Broadway Shows, and not in that order either! Well Hannah Cruz has something to say about all of those things!

Ep 174- From Six To Gatsby, Samantha Pauly Tells Us All About It!

Samantha Pauly is a star! She can sing, act, and dance her face off! We loved her in "Six!" Now she is helping bring "The Great Gatsby" to Broadway! We had a great chat about what it is like to be in previews, how the show has changed since Papermill Playhouse, and what it was like for her journey to Broadway!

Ep 173- Karate Kid Star Michael Cavalieri Is Here To Tell His Amazing True Life Story!

We welcome actor/writer/producer/director Michael Cavalieri to the Roundtable! You may recognize him from his many acting credits, including The Next Karate Kid (starring opposite Hilary Swank).

Ep 172- Niki Haris Is Here Talking Madonna, Her Solo Career, & How She Became A "Grown Ass Woman"

We grew up with Niki Haris! We have been watching and listening to her for decades and she is HERE! THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of chanteuse Niki Haris in her show “Grown Ass Woman” for two performances on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 at 7:00 PM.

Ep 171- Wade McCollum Talks About Returning To Broadway In "Water For Elephants!"

Wade McCollum is red lighting on Broadway playing "Wade" in "Water For Elephants" now at the Imperial! Did you know Wade, who made his Broadway Debut in "Wicked" also studies neuroscience? Insane right!? He tells us why art and being an artist goes along with science.

Ep 170- "Scarlett Dreams" Comes To NY! S. Asher Gelman & Andrew Keenan-Bolger Talk All About It!

AI? Computers Taking Over Art? Sports? This story is relevant as ever! "Scarlett Dreams" comes to NY for a run at the Greenwich House Theatre! We have the writer S. Asher Gelman here to talk about how the idea and this show came to be!

Ep 169- "California Dreams" Star Brentley Gore Is Here With New Music!

90s Nostalgia Is Everywhere! There are cons, reboots, reunion concerts, and more galore! Well one of our favorite shows "California Dreams" has been all the rage since they reunited for a special concert in NYC!

Ep 168- Step Right Up! We Are On The Red Carpet of "Water For Elephants" For Opening Night!

A new circus is in town and we are right under the big top for all the action! The Best Selling Novel and Hit Movie is now a Broadway Musical that has taken up shop at the Imperial Theater in the heart of NYC!

Ep 167- The Cast of "Diarra From Detroit" Stops By! The New Show Is Now Streaming on BET+!

If you listen, you know we have a soft spot in our heart for Detroit! When we heard that BET+ had a new show called "Diarra From Detroit," we were already in! Well now we are addicted! It part "Abbott Elementary," part "Murder She Wrote," Part Comedy, Part Mystery- Fully Entertaining and Fun!

Ep 166- Stephen DeRosa Is Here To Talk "Little Shop," "The Twits" Podcast, & So Much More!

We love Stephen! He is talented. He is sweet. He is HYSTERICAL! Stephen is, not only in "Little Shop" as we speak, but he is also one of the stars of "The Twits" now on The Broadway Podcast Network! We talk all things acting, singing, gratitude, and we laugh a lot.

Ep 165- Author & Actor Nick Sullivan Talks Books, Broadway, & The Twits Podcast!

Who doesn't love an island? Who doesn't love a nice vacation? Well Nick Sullivan, aside from a long list of TV and Broadway credits, he is an author with a popular series of Fiction Novels all about the islands, scuba diving, and adventure!

Ep 164- Zach Zucker, A Comedian You Need To Know, Talks "Jack Tucker: Comedy Standup Hour"

We found the next comedic superstar! We are fans of Zach Zucker! Zach just recieved a rave review from the NY Times for his new show "Jack Tucker: Comedy Standup Hour." What is it? Part comedy, part satire, part crazy, part brilliant, 100% Must See!

Ep 163- Soprano Sharon Asrieli Talks Her Foundation & Benefit Concert Coming To Lincoln Center

I had a wonderful chat with Sharon Asrieli. The renowned soprano shared her thoughts on art, the world, and why we need new works! Her foundation gifts music prizes to artists around the world. They are going to be performing in a wonderful curated concert at Lincoln Center and we find out all about it!

Ep 162- Director/Writer Sadie Bones Talks Her New Film "If That Mockingbird Don't Sing"

19-year-old Sadie Bones, one of the most gifted filmmakers in New York City making her mark on the film scene today. Sadie Bones wrote and directed her debut feature, IF THAT MOCKINGBIRD DON’T SING, after graduating from The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute; she began in the adult program at age 16 and is the youngest graduate ever at Lee Strasburg Institute.

Ep 161- Director Will Nunziata Is Here To Talk "Figaro" & "White Rose!

We love directors here at The Roundtable! We have a good one for you! Will Nunziata, Director of White Rose: The Musical and Writer of Figaro: An Original Musical is here!

Ep 160- Lainie Kazan, Legend of Stage & Screen Joins Us For A Retrospect Of An Iconic Career!

What an honor to spend time with the one and only Lainie Kazan! She held nothing back as we talk about a career that has included it all from Broadway to TV to Films to Vegas and Beyond!

Ep 159- Writer/Director Yara Estrada Lowe Talks Her New Thriller "Demise"

Nothing excites us more than new filmakers who put it all on the line! Well Yara is just that! She is an actor who was ready to make her own "YES" She wrote and directed "Demise" which is out now for streaming!

Ep 158- VIP Arrivals At The Notebook! Vanessa Williams, Dominique Fishback, Eva Noblezada, Courtney Reed, & More!

The opening of "The Notebook" was a packed star studded house! We saw and chatted with Nicholas Sparks, himself, who wrote this Best Selling Blockbuster book & movie! Then some of Broadway's Best from Grammy Winning Superstar Vanessa Williams to Eva Noblezada to Courtney Reed, Oak, Corey Cott, and so many more.

Ep 157- Star Of "The Notebook" John Cardoza Swings By "The Roundtable"

Oh we love that John Cardoza! We love that "Notebook." We just love love. You may have seen Joh in the Moulin Rouge tour or on Broadway in "Little Jagged Pill." Now, John is on Broadway singing his face off eight shows a week as Young Noah in "The Notebook." How did he land the part and what has it been like to take this story to the stage?

Ep 156- Celine Is Here! Nicole Parker, "Star of Titanique" Stops By Girlfriend!

We have been raving about "TItanique" since their first ever press day. It stopped us dead in our tracks! We have gone numerous times and we laugh more and more and more! Today Celine is HERE! That is right! Nicole Parker comes direct from the ship of dreams to The Roundtable!

Ep 155- "Fresh Prince" & Broadway Star Janet Hubert Talks Her New Animated Series, "JG & The BC Kids"

We all love that Aunt Viv. Janet Hubert is here! YES! We all grew up watching her on "Fresh Prince" and we all heard the story of how she was replaced, but her strength is so inspiring. She never gave up and has given us so many wonderful TV Magical Moments!

Ep`154- Broadway Star Craig Rubano Talks Cabaret, His Career, & Ministry?

Let me tell you- this is a chat that takes a turn I never saw coming! Broadway Star To Doctorate in Divinity? We talk music, Broadway, and how religion is for everyone!

Ep 153- Star of "Days Of Wine & Roses" David Jennings Is Here!

David Jennings is here to talk all about "Days Of Wine & Roses" now playing at Studio 54. This epic production deals with some real slices of life and he talks about how he prepares for this role eight shows a week. He also shares the research he did to get ready for this tale.

Ep 152- The Oscar Recap!

The Superbowl of Movies! The Academy Awards were up and out on Sunday and we have all the hot takes! Did you watch? Did you agree with the winners? Did you love the fashion? Well here at The Roundtable, we break it all down.

Ep 151- Music Superstar Grace Potter & Director Alison Tavel Talk "The Resynator" Now At SXSW

Full disclosure- we love Grace Potter. When we saw her name as an Executive Producer, we were in. Her epic records, live shows, and those vocals are thing of legend. Then we were sent the movie.

Ep. 150- The Survival Job Season 3 Premiere with Robin DeJesus Krystal Joy Brown, & Matt Gould

We love our friends all over the Broadway Podcast Network! When Sam & Jason invited us out to their Season 3 Survival Job Podcast Launch, we showed up and out!

Ep. 149- Rupert Holmes, The Tony Winning Songwriter, Talks RBG, Writing Books, & Pina Coladas!

We love Rupert Holmes. He has inspired us to keep going and keep working! Rarely, if ever, will you find someone with a Best Selling Novel on the NY Times Best Sellers List, a new show about "RBG" set to go on tour, Tony Awards, Platnium Selling albums, TV shows, and more going on at the same time, but then again that is Rupert Holmes!

Ep 148- The Oscars Predictions & Preview Show! Get Your Academy Award Predictions Ready!

All award season long, we have been predicting, reviewing, and kiki-ing about award season! Well the big one is here! The Academy Awards, the Oscars, movie's biggest night is here!

Ep 147- The Cast of "The Outsiders" Is Here To Tell Us Why This Classic Novel & Movie Is Ready For Broadway!

You have read the book. You have seen the movie. Now the classic American tale of "The Outsiders" comes to Broadway and "The Roundtable" is there to cover it all! We have the cast and creative team for you sneak peek at what to expect when this show roars into NYC this Spring!

Ep 146- Natalie Douglas, Cabaret Superstar, Talks Her Beautiful New Album, "Back To The Garden"

We are such fans of Natalie Douglas! That voice! Those arrangements! All she stands for- we are FANS! We had the chance to have a special in-depth chat about her new album "Back To The Garden" now streaming!

Ep 145- Jennie Kwan, Star of "California Dreams" & "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Tells Us All About Her New Show!

We love our Jennie Kwan! She was here earlier this year to talk about the "California Dreams" reunion that came thru NYC! She is back to talk about a brand new project coming to NYC this month! It is a Murder Mystery Who Done It coming to the Actor's Temple!

Ep 144- The Director of "The Heart Of Rock & Roll" Gordon Greenberg Stops In!

We have a good one for you today! Do you want to know what a director does? Well Gordon Greenberg is here to tell you! Gordon has directed on Broadway, Off-Broadway, in London’s West End, written for television and stage, and developed, directed and produced new works for arts institutions across America.

Ep 143- "Three Second Chances" Join Us! Wait Til You Hear Their New EP! FUN!

Three Second Chances is indie-pop ear candy with a dash of Broadway from a trio of 40-somethings filling the generation gap with fun and FUN we had! Yes! The band is here to talk their new EP, how they came to be, their secret talents, and how to describe their fun, fresh, familiar sound!

Ep 142- Up & Coming Writer Amber Akhtar Talks "Cycle"

We love up and coming artists especially ones not afraid to take a stand! That is where Amber Akhtar comes in! She wrote a new short called "Cycle" that is getting raves! Cycle is a short film written by Amber Akhtar, a 22-year-old filmmaker who grew up in Michigan.

Ep 141- The Vineyard Theatre Gala Ft. Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Luke MacFarlane, Lea DeLaria, & More!

If you listen to our show, you know we love the Vineyard! We come to you from the red carpet where we speak to Tony Winner, Emmy Nominee, Star of "Modern Family" Jesse Tyler Ferguson! He gives marriage advice, talks theatre, and flying in from the SAG awards!

Ep 140- Jaquel Spivey, Star of "Mean Girls" & "Strange Loop" Makes His Roundtable Debut!

I am in the midst of "Mean Girls" Mania at NJPAC! I have the pleasure and privilege of directing the JR. version for this year! Well, we love the movie, the show, and we love Jaquel Spivey! He wowed us in "A Strange Loop," and he came out giving us all the Damien realness!

Ep 139- The Brains Behind The New Musical Album "Whisper Darkly" Are Here!

We love dance, immersive theatre, and creative fun people! If you do to, this one is for you! TBIC Music Group will release a concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly – the first musical written in the retro-inspired genre – on Friday, February 23.

Ep 138- "Jonah" At Roundabout Roundtable with Star Gabby Beans & Writer Rachel Bonds

You know we love a play in NYC! Off-Broadway is where all the cool kids hang out! We have some stars with us today! We are talking to Gabby Beans, who is going to be a superstar & Playwright Rachel Bonds with us!

Ep 137- A Recap of The SAG Awards! The Roundtable Gives All The Scoop Of The Awards Given By Actors!

We are back! Adrienne & Robert are you home for all the who, what, when, where, and why this award season! We have the scoop for you about the SAG AWARDS on Netflix for the first time ever! Who won? What did people wear? How were the presenters?

Ep 136-Opening Night of "Life & Slimes Of Marc Summers!" Now Playing At New World Stages!

You know we LOVE Marc Summers! He is an icon, a TV staple, and a friend of our show! We were at the opening night party! NOTE: It was loud so the sound is a little on the rowdy side, but you will def. get the vibe of the celebration in for Marc & the show!

Ep 135- An All Music Edition! Leader of The Wailers & Star of "One Love" Aston Barrett Jr. & Plus R&B Star Tanya Nolan

We love music! We LOVE timeless music! We have two guests that make amazing music and we just had to bring them to you in this special chat! Right now "One Love" the movie on the life of Bob Marley is breaking box office records and showing the immense love for his music.

Ep 134- Get In Here! Get In Here! Get In Here! MJ Harris Joins Us!

We are FANS of MJ Harris! He has been growing, evolving, and creating great content for YEARS! Well he has leveled up and is now a Best Selling Author! His new book is a kick, inspiration, and a great read! You all better get in here and get a copy!

Ep 133- Jimbo, Winner Of RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars" Talks Her Brand New Tour!

We love a Queen here on "The Roundtable!" This week, we have one of the best to ever do it! JImbo is here! Jimbo is a winner of Drag Race: All-Stars," has done TV/Film, and has hit the road, but she has NEVER done a show like the one coming to a city near YOU!

Ep 132- Star of "Monty Python's Spamalot" Jimmy Smagula Is Here!

We love "Spamalot!" We love the cast of "Spamalot!" We also love all things Jersey! Make them an Italian Jersey Boy in Spamalot and we are SOLD! We have that in Jimmy Smagula! What a story and ride he has had! He tells us about growing up Jersey, going to NYU, and making it on Broadway!

Ep 131- The People's Choice Award Recap!

We love awards! Well, Adrienne really loves awards! :) She is here to talk all about the People's Choice Awards. She actually watched them. We give our opinions, we talk a lot of smack, and give all the tea! We love to kiki and chat it all up!

Ep 130- Author Melissa Osorio Talks "Hidden Memories" Her New Memoir!

This one is FASCINATING! “At 15, I killed someone.” This was just one of the many secrets unveiled in her new memoir, Hidden Memories. Melissa Osorio’s brain hid many memories from her for most of her life.

Ep 129- Podcaster/Author/Director Rob W. Schneider Is Here To Talk "Broadway Bound"

Robert W. Schneider is one of Feinstein’s/54 Below’s original programming producers, Artistic Director of the J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company, and a freelance director.

Ep 128- Celebrity Medium Roy Tomko Talks His Gift, Drag Queens, & Gives A Special Reading!

Roy Tomko is a gifted psychic and spirit medium who grew up in New Jersey. He has sensed the spirit world for as long as he can remember.

Ep 127- Magician Rachel Ling Gordon Talks Being The Youngest Participant on "Fool Us" with Penn & Teller

Rachel Ling Gordon, a prodigious young star from New York, has captivated hearts around the globe with her gift as a magician, actor, singer, pianist, and model. At the age of 11, Rachel has already achieved what some can only dream of, overcoming childhood anxiety and transforming her life through unwavering dedication to her craft.

Ep 126- Sweetie Pie Herself! Ms. Robbie Is Here To Talk Her New Single "Boss Lady" Now Streaming!

Robbie Montgomery, often referred to as Ms. Robbie, is an esteemed American soul singer and restaurateur, who earned the title "Queen of Soul Food." Initially an Ikette, she later joined the Mirettes and became a part of Dr. John's "Night Trippers" in the 1970s.

Ep 125- Tony WInner Vocal Superstar Melba Moore Comes Back To NY For A Special Event!

Melba Moore, who has starred on Broadway, in film and on television, found ways to entertain herself while being entertained by the new activities and innovations that developed during the pandemic.

Ep 124- Internet Sensation, Comedian, Mom, & Author Meredith Masony Is Here!

Wife, Mother to three children, dog Mom of two, and founder of That’s Inappropriate and That’s Inappropriate Parents. I started this community back in October of 2014 because I felt alone and thought I was the only Mom who was losing her mind on a daily basis.

Ep 123- The Cast of "Sign Of The Times" Is Here! This New Show Is Rocking New World Stages!

A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s. A Sign of the Times begins previews February 7, 2024 in advance of a February 22, 2024 opening night at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Ep 122- Actor, Singer, Broadway Star Steven Pasquale Talks His Brand New Album!

We have a favorite of TV, Broadway, and more! Steven Pasquale makes his "Roundtable" debut! Center Stage Records announced Steven Pasquale: Some Other Time, the sophomore album from Broadway’s leading baritone, is available digitally today at www.CenterStageRecords.com and on all platforms.

Ep 121- "Real Houswives of NJ" Star Jackie Goldschneider Talks Her New Memoir On The Roundtable!

Jackie Goldschneider makes her Roundtable Debut with a real and powerful chat about her new memoir "The Weight of Beauty" out now!