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Welcome to The Drama Book Show! Join hosts David Rigano, Mark-Eugene Garcia, and Dylan Glick- seasoned playwrights and close friends, as they engage in interviews with a diverse array of guests spanning from Broadway to Off-Broadway and beyond. Recording before a live audience at the Drama Book Shop, each week features a theater expert delving into realms both on and off the stage. Follow @dramabo... more

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Renee Taylor
Legendary comic actor and stage screen writer
Episode: My First Book—Part 2: A Discussion with Julian Schlossberg and Renee Taylor
Julian Schlossberg
Legendary theater producer and author
Episode: My First Book—Part 2: A Discussion with Julian Schlossberg and Renee Taylor
Becca Schlossberg
Playwright known for contemporary adaptations and explorations of gender and intimacy
Episode: A Conversation with Becca Schlossberg
Kevin Winkler
Biographer and author discussing Bette Midler
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Episode: On Bette Midler with Kevin Winkler and Charles Kirsch
Barry Joseph
Author and expert on Sondheim's puzzles and games
Episode: Matching Minds with Sondheim: The Puzzles and Games of the Broadway Legend
Jack Viertel
Author of Broadway Melody and theater expert
Episode: Broadway Melody- A Conversation with Jack Viertel and Ted Chapin
Ted Chapin
Theater producer and historical figure in Broadway's landscape.
Episode: Broadway Melody- A Conversation with Jack Viertel and Ted Chapin
Samantha Mann
Brooklyn-based essayist and author
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Yael Krin
Writer and comedian based in Boston
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Mark-Eugene Garcia
Co-host of The Drama Book Show
David Rigano
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • A must listen for theater kids at heart!

    I was recently a guest on the Drama Book Show and love what Mark and David are doing with this podcast. If you were a theater kid or just love all things theater and story, this is for you. Go behind the scenes with wonderful people and delight in their stories.

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    Molecular Biophysics
    United States7 months ago
  • Charles Busch

    Thank you so much for the Charles Busch episode. I have been a huge fan since Limbo Lounge days! Excited for the book!

    Apple Podcasts
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    prof hhb
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful Podcast

    This is the 3rd episode. They have all been so interesting and well done. Looking forward to 1.4.

    Richard Poole

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    Rich in Virginia
    United States2 years ago

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The guests are consistently insightful and well-connected to theater history and practice.
Talks are lively, informative, and well-paced with a strong sense of community in the theater world.
Guests bring engaging stories and practical takeaways for aspiring theater-makers.

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First Gen with Alejandra Campoverdi and Paola Ramos
Q: How can first-generation individuals bridge the gap between their roots and where they're headed?
Realize that you are the bridge; focus on being unapologetically yourself.
First Gen with Alejandra Campoverdi and Paola Ramos
Q: How do you cope with feelings of guilt or loneliness when pursuing your ambitions?
It's important to recognize that being a cycle breaker creates distance, yet this journey can honor family by exemplifying what they hoped for us.
In Conversation. Joshua Harmon and Rajiv Joseph
Q: What advice do you have for an aspiring writer who might be feeling stuck?
Embrace journaling without expectations and invite friends over to read your play as an informal workshop.
Diva: Live From Hell!- With Nora Brigid Monahan, Alexander Sage Oyen, and Charles Kirsch
Q: How do you approach writing for other actors' voices?
Writing for Nora was straightforward because she could provide immediate feedback on the songs, ensuring they fit her vocal style.
Diva: Live From Hell!- With Nora Brigid Monahan, Alexander Sage Oyen, and Charles Kirsch
Q: What was the inspiration behind the show?
The inspiration for Diva started as a joke in high school about feeling left out of Glee, leading to the creation of the character Desmond who reflects their high school days and challenges.

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What is The Drama Book Show! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features candid conversations with theater-makers, critics, and writers, recorded in front of a live audience at a renowned theater-focused bookshop. Episodes center on Broadway and Off-Broadway histories, contemporary playwriting, production challenges, and the craft of storytelling in theater and related media. Guests range from legendary producers and playwrights to contemporary authors and educators, often exploring collaborations, creative processes, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on theater pedagogy, legacy, and the intersection of stagecraft with broader cultural conversations, making it a rich resource for industry professionals, students, and theater enthusiasts seeking practical in... more

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