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Half Hour with Jeff & Richie (Post-Show Broadway Discussions and Interviews)

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Broadway
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New York City
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Ragtime
Musical Theatre
Eureka Day
Wicked
Romeo and Juliet
The Roommate
Left On Tenth
BOOP! the Musical
Table 17
Sunset Boulevard
Just In Time
Patti Lupone
The Great Gatsby
Yellow Face
The Phantom Of the Opera
Death Becomes Her

"Half Hour with Jeff & Richie" is the ultimate podcast for Broadway fans. With Jeff Malone & Richie Grasso as your lively hosts, prepare for a thrilling and intellectually engaging exploration of Broadway. This show is all about exclusive interviews with talent and creatives from the industry, captivating analysis of the plays and musicals we see, and a celebration of the artistry, dreams, and leg... more

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Why is there still no Tony Award category for wig design? Most audiences never even realize the actors on stage are wearing wigs, and that is exactly the point. On this Spotlight Series episode of “Half Hour,” we sit down with Nikiya Mathis, the firs... more

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Nikiya Mathis
Tony Award-winning wig designer, actor, and hair educator
Our Black Tresses
Episode: Spotlight Series: Nikiya Mathis, Broadway’s First Tony-Winning Wig Designer
Spencer Weber Waller
Antitrust scholar, author, Broadway co-producer, and John Paul Stevens Chair in Competition Law
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Episode: Spotlight Series: Spencer Weber Waller on Broadway’s Monopolies and the Live Nation/Ticketmaster Fight
Sean Nyberg
Tony Award-winning Broadway producer
Independent producer with projects across Broadway and West End
Episode: Spotlight Series: Sean Nyberg on Producing Broadway and the West End
Jerry Mitchell
Tony Award-winning director and choreographer
West End Production of The Devil Wears Prada, The Musical
Episode: Spotlight Series: Jerry Mitchell on Reimagining The Devil Wears Prada for the West End
Alan Seals
Host of The Theatre Podcast
Episode: The Devil Wears Prada — A Deeper Dive Into the West End Musical
Rose Byrne
Emmy-nominated actress joining forces for the revival
Noël Coward revival at Roundabout Theatre
Episode: Fallen Angels on Broadway: Inside the Noel Coward Revival with Rose Byrne & Kelli O’Hara
Kelli O'Hara
Tony Award-winning and Emmy-nominated performer
Noël Coward revival at Roundabout Theatre
Episode: Fallen Angels on Broadway: Inside the Noel Coward Revival with Rose Byrne & Kelli O’Hara
John Lithgow
Award-winning actor known for stage and screen
Episode: Giant on Broadway: Examining Roald Dahl’s Legacy, Art vs. Artist, and a Defining Performance from John Lithgow
Aya Cash
Tony-nominated reporter character portrayed in the show
Episode: Giant on Broadway: Examining Roald Dahl’s Legacy, Art vs. Artist, and a Defining Performance from John Lithgow

Hosts

Jeff Malone
Host of Half Hour with Jeff & Richie; frequent collaborator on Broadway-focused discussions and interviews
Richie Grasso
Co-host known for his theatre expertise and balanced, opinionated reviews; regular voice in episode discussions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    I love Richie and Jeff’s insight to the shows! They are so fair and honest in their reviews. I really enjoy listening to them. I always know what broadway show to see next because of them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bwayfan08
    United States3 months ago
  • My Go To

    There is so much noise and no shortage of critics, but Jeff and Richie are different. They are insightful, comprehensive, and look at productions with a keen eye and I love their takes. A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KirkCHI
    United States5 months ago
  • Theater lovers reunited

    One of my favorite theater podcasts. Jeff & Richie are true Broadway advocates; they always find something bright in every new production! Very inspiring and encouraging! Please post more often and more often and more often ! Love starting my days with you both !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AniaAnnaAmelia
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Theatre Insights

    Love Jeff and Ritchie. They really understand the NYC theatre scenes and I love listening to them after I watch a show to get their takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisPhila
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent commentary!

    I really enjoy Jeff and Richie’s show. It’s just the right length to keep me engaged and hit all the high points. Some of the Broadway podcasters pontificate so much that it gets preachy but Jeff and Richie don’t do that. They give me just enough info about the production (actors, direction, lighting, music) as well as their likes and dislikes. I love theater and when I can’t make it to the theater to see a show in a limited run, perhaps, I feel like I get just the right amount of info. Thank... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abster55
    United Statesa year ago

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Spotlight Series: Nikiya Mathis, Broadway’s First Tony-Winning Wig Designer
Q: How did you make the move from performing to hair and wig design?
Mathis began styling her own and classmates' hair, filling a gap in support at NYU Tisch. Her experiences helping performers in school and professional productions led to referrals and eventually to her design career.
Spotlight Series: Nikiya Mathis, Broadway’s First Tony-Winning Wig Designer
Q: Why is there no Tony Award category for wig design, and do you think there should be one?
Mathis says the campaign for a category has been underway for years. She believes wig design is often misunderstood or folded into costume design, and suggests gendered assumptions may also contribute.
Midnight — Todrick Hall Takes a Big Risk Off-Broadway
Q: Should you critique a show that you have not seen?
Richie says audiences should experience a work, or at least engage with some part of it, before judging it. Jeff agrees that art should be seen before it is fully critiqued.
Midnight — Todrick Hall Takes a Big Risk Off-Broadway
Q: When we go from act one to act two, and all of the actors have to switch roles, do you feel that you had a different reaction to the actor in the additional role?
Richie says the role changes made him pay closer attention and consider the characters through a different lens. Jeff reflects on whether actors preserved a character's demeanor across the switch, while Richie says the differences invite interpretation.
Spotlight Series: Spencer Weber Waller on Broadway’s Monopolies and the Live Nation/Ticketmaster Fight
Q: Is Broadway versus Live Nation, Ticketmaster, are they the same, are they different, are they competitive in their own way in the modern day?
Waller says Broadway and live concerts are distinct entertainment markets. Broadway is served by three major theater owners with their own ticketing arrangements, while Ticketmaster has a monopoly position in live concert ticketing, where a jury found unlawful monopolization. A judge is considering whether to break up the company or require behavioral changes.

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Two Broadway-minded hosts deliver lively, concise discussions on current productions, trends, and industry dynamics, pairing sharp theater analysis with exclusive interviews from talent and creatives. Episodes routinely blend performance breakdowns, design and direction insights, and timely conversations about awards season, touring, licensing, and future Broadway movements. A standout feature is the balance between informed critique and celebratory appreciation, making it useful for listeners who want smart takes on shows they're considering seeing, as well as for industry folks seeking candid production insights and practical takeaways for marketing, pitching, or sponsorship alignment.

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1. Nikiya Mathis
2. Spencer Weber Waller
3. Sean Nyberg
4. Jerry Mitchell
5. Alan Seals
6. Rose Byrne
7. Kelli O'Hara
8. John Lithgow

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