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Broadway Drumming 101 - The Podcast

Clayton Craddock
Broadway
Drumming
Musical Theater
Wicked
Broadway Musicals
Music Education
New Jersey
Music
Theater
Jazz
Aida
Touring
Broadway Drumming
Tarzan
New York City
Documentary Films
Rock Music
Professional Musicians
Avenue Q
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The Broadway Drumming 101 Podcast features real conversations with the musicians who make Broadway run. Veterans. Rising players. Pit legends and the next generation. These are the people shaping the sound of theater — and nobody's cleaning it up for the camera. www.broadwayboundandbeyond.com

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This week’s podcast guest is Tanner Schut, and he is currently out on tour with The Book of Mormon. When we recorded, Tanner was actually on a layoff. The tour was sitting in Toronto dealing with a musicians’ union situation, so the whole band got a ... more

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Joel “Jay-Ray” Anderson is a drummer that was recently touring with The Wiz.

I caught up with him mid-tour. We talked about growing up in a musical family in Fort Lauderdale, learning drums from YouTube and his oldest brother, coming up through the ... more

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The Adam Wolfe Interview — Now on Video

This is the video version of a Broadway Drumming 101 classic, first published back in 2022.

Adam Wolfe made his Broadway debut on Frank Wildhorn’s Wonderland after playing its out-of-town tryout at Houston’s ... more

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Based in NYC since 2011, Adam came to New York by way of Houston, TX, where he completed his Master’s Degree at Rice University... more

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Recent Guests

Jay-Ray Anderson
Professional drummer with Broadway and tour experience
Professional musician
Episode: PODCAST #109 - Joel “Jay-Ray” Anderson
Adam Wolfe
Broadway drummer and percussionist with extensive theater credits
Self/Individual
Episode: Adam Wolfe - - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast
Spencer Inch
Drummer, Broadway percussionist
Episode: Podcast #108 - Spencer Inch
Mariana Ramirez
Percussionist and Broadway drummer from Mexico City, Rutgers alum
Various orchestras and Broadway shows including Once On This Island, Ain't Too Proud, Six
Episode: Mariana Ramirez - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast
Mackenna Tolfa
First featured female drummer in Blue Man Group; former Blue Man performer; fighter for artistic leadership in theater percussion
Blue Man Group
Episode: Podcast #107 - Mackenna Tolfa
Karl Latham
Professional drummer with extensive Broadway and international credits
Episode: Karl Latham - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast
Jared Shaw
Broadway drummer and educator
Episode: Podcast 106 - Jared Shaw
Gary Seligson
Broadway drummer/percussionist with a career spanning Les Misérables, The Lion King, Aida, Wicked, Tarzan, Billy Elliot, and more.
Independent musician
Episode: Gary Seligson - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast (Audio)
Rodney Howard
Broadway drummer with credits including Mrs. Doubtfire, Lion King, Mamma Mia, Hairspray, and more
Rodney Howard (drummer)
Episode: Rodney Howard - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast (Audio)

Host

Clayton Craddock
Host of Broadway Drumming 101 Podcast; long-running presence in the series; central figure in guiding interviews and shaping show direction.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • You NEED to hear this!

    This podcast is awesome if you want to know what goes on in a Broadway pit. Super informative but also fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnDavis99
    United Statesa year ago
  • A must listen to podcast!

    There is no other podcast out there doing what Clayton is doing; diving deep into world of Broadway drumming. He allows people like myself to get a glimpse into the life of Broadway musicians. Nowhere else can you get this much wisdom and advice on getting a Broadway gig as a drummer/percussionist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    isaac 55
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests consistently offer actionable tips on auditioning, subbing, and networking in theatre.
Production stories and gear talk provide a rare, actionable glimpse into pit life.
Hosts bring deep industry insight and practical career guidance for aspiring Broadway drummers.
The host keeps interviews focused on career-building and long-term sustainability in theater drumming.

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Adam Wolfe - - The Broadway Drumming 101 Classic Podcast
Q: What's the most important thing a drummer should know about being a success on Broadway?
Preparation and deliberate practice matter most, especially when you're subbing; use a system to prioritize hard sections, rehearse until you're almost tired of the material before your first show, and always be ready to take notes and adapt quickly to the MD's vision.
Podcast #108 - Spencer Inch
Q: If somebody wants to do what you're doing, what do you recommend they do to try to get on a tour like you're doing right now?
Nurture your network, say yes to diverse gigs to build a broad skill set, and leverage existing connections through music directors and collaborators who move with you between projects and shows.
Podcast #108 - Spencer Inch
Q: How did you meet people in New York and start building a network?
It started with two or three key connections from Connecticut and occasional jams at venues like 55 Bar and Smalls, which then led to referrals and a growing circle of collaborators.
Podcast #108 - Spencer Inch
Q: Were you like the typical garage band kind of kid?
My only real experience was through a dedicated drum teacher; I played in school bands and gradually moved into jazz and theater, rather than forming a typical garage band.
Podcast #108 - Spencer Inch
Q: Welcome to Broadway Drumming 101. My guest today is Spencer Inch. How are you?
I'm doing great. Happy to be here and share the journey.

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A deep-dive interview series spotlighting Broadway percussionists, submersing listeners in the realities of building and sustaining a theater drumming career. Episodes explore pathways through formal training, orchestral and drum-set versatility, audition strategies, subbing dynamics, touring life, and the practicalities of staying employed across multiple shows. Guests bring firsthand experiences from the pit, sharing mentorship, networking, gear choices, and resilience, often interleaved with actionable resources for aspiring Broadway drummers. A standout aspect is the emphasis on cross-genre mastery, mentorship culture, and long-term career strategy in a demanding, craft-driven industry.

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