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The Playbill Podcast: A Show on Broadway

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The two most common questions anyone at Playbill gets from friends or family are: "What's on Broadway? And what should I see?" The Playbill Podcast is here to help.

Each episode highlights a currently running Broadway show and features an interview with members of the cast and/or creative team. Hosted by Alex Birsh (Playbill's VP & COO), the podcast is co-hosted by an interchanging "theatre friend... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Tutty
Actor who plays Dougal, Broadway debut in Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
Episode: Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) with Christiani Pitts, Sam Tutty, and Tim Jackson
Christiani Pitts
Actor who plays Robyn, joins from Broadway/ART production
Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
Episode: Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) with Christiani Pitts, Sam Tutty, and Tim Jackson
Tim Jackson
Director and choreographer of Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York
Episode: Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) with Christiani Pitts, Sam Tutty, and Tim Jackson
Joshua Henry
Lead actor (Coalhouse Walker Jr.)
Ragtime cast, Lincoln Center
Episode: Ragtime with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz
Caissie Levy
Lead actress (Mother)
Ragtime cast, Lincoln Center
Episode: Ragtime with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz
Brandon Uranowitz
Lead actor (Tateh)
Ragtime cast, Lincoln Center
Episode: Ragtime with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, and Brandon Uranowitz
Benjamin Pajak
Sam Emerson in The Lost Boys Musical
The Lost Boys cast member
Episode: Time To Kill: Making The Lost Boys Musical -- Part 3, The Cast
LJ Benet
Michael Emerson in The Lost Boys Musical
The Lost Boys cast member
Episode: Time To Kill: Making The Lost Boys Musical -- Part 3, The Cast
Shoshana Bean
Lucy Emerson in The Lost Boys Musical
The Lost Boys cast member
Episode: Time To Kill: Making The Lost Boys Musical -- Part 3, The Cast

Host

Alex Birsh
Host of The Playbill Podcast: A Show on Broadway

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Official Broadway Podcast

    I’ve been a fan of anything Playbill since as long as I can remember, and in a world where anybody and anyone can have a podcast, it’s nice to feel like we have something “official” and put out by a hallmark of the Broadway community. Bravo! I look forward to many more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisTyler1288
    United States4 months ago
  • The Muny Episode

    I remember my mother taking her four children on the bus to see the shows at the Muny. We brought a picnic. Sat in the free seats and loved every minute. Because of this joyous activity, I’m now a casting director. The Muny. Listen to that episode. It’s wonderful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Casting Confidential Host
    United States9 months ago
  • My Favorite Podcast!

    The guests on this show are always amazing and it really helps me keep up with everything Broadway and is always so fun to listen! ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theaterkid49🎉
    United States10 months ago

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My Favorite Podcast!: Consistently strong guests and in-depth Broadway storytelling.
The Muny Episode: Nostalgic, heartwarming look at community theatre and casting stories.
Official Broadway Podcast: Official, insightful coverage of Broadway voices.

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Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) with Christiani Pitts, Sam Tutty, and Tim Jackson
Q: What makes Two Strangers a standout on Broadway?
The show's two-hander format creates an intimate, travelogue-like exploration of New York through the eyes of two strangers, supported by a vivid, adaptive design and a strong central chemistry between the lead actors.
Beetlejuice The Musical, from New York Comic Con
Q: What do you want new audiences who only know the show from TikTok to take away the most?
The core takeaway is that Beetlejuice is a life-affirming, family-centered story wrapped in humor and bold stagecraft, and that the experience of watching it live is intimate and communal, not just about the gags.
Breaking the Binary Theatre Roundtable
Q: What are some words of wisdom for emerging trans artists?
Be yourself authentically, and don't shy away from vulnerability in your art.
Breaking the Binary Theatre Roundtable
Q: What can cis theater makers do to be better allies to the trans community?
They should check in with the groups they want to ally with to understand what allyship means and how to effectively support them.
Take a Banana for the Ride with "Roastmaster General" Jeffrey Ross
Q: What do you want people to feel when they leave your show?
I want them to feel like they have to tell everyone what they saw and feel better than when they sat down.

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The show centers on Broadway productions and the people who create them, featuring conversations with cast members, directors, designers, and other creative leads. Episodes highlight the development, staging, and performance nuances of current shows, with deep dives into two-hander dynamics, musical revivals, and big Broadway productions, plus behind-the-scenes stories from rehearsals, previews, and opening nights. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from leading actors to marketing and production leaders—offering both artistic and industry perspectives to help listeners understand what makes Broadway tick and what audiences should watch next.

Across episodes, the program often emphasizes collaboration, craft, and the evolving Broa... more

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