Take A Bow

#123 - Laura Bell Bundy

06 Oct 2022

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Curtain up, Laura Bell Bundy Connect with Laura Bell Bundy on Instagram: @laurabellbundy Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Con...

#122 - Rachel Bay Jones

29 Sep 2022

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Rachel Bay Jones and host, Eli Tokash, get to connect for the first time in years after playing mother and son in Pippin on Broadway! With a few more ...

#121 - Martín Acuña

22 Sep 2022

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Tune in for a special edition episode with fellow BPN podcaster Martín Acuña of Backstage! We talk all things Broadway and current Broadway news whi...

#120 - Dana Steingold

15 Sep 2022

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Dana Steingold, Curtain Up! Connect with Dana Steingold on Instagram: @dsteinface Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect wi...

#119 - Larry Saperstein

08 Sep 2022

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Larry Saperstein talks about his BRAND NEW virtual 10-week tap class, Tap With Larry, inspired by his love of dance AND he discusses all the details a...

#118 - Telly Leung

01 Sep 2022

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Telly Leung discusses his long Broadway career starting with Flower Drum Song to Rent to Allegiance, and so many more! He talks about what it was like...

#117 - Samantha Pollino

26 Aug 2022

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Samantha Pollino talks about her journey from making her broadway debut at age 11 in Hot Feet to working on shows like Head Over Heels, Hamilton, curr...

#117 - Friday Episode

25 Aug 2022

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#116 - Kennedy Kanagawa

18 Aug 2022

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Kennedy Kanagawa, Curtain Up! Kennedy Kanagawa shares his experience making his Broadway debut as Milky White in Into the Woods! He talks about what t...

#115 - L Morgan Lee

11 Aug 2022

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L Morgan Lee shares her experience through her breakout performance in A Strange Loop! L Morgan Lee is one of Broadway's best role models for young ar...

#114 - Lance Roberts

04 Aug 2022

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Lance Roberts, Curtain Up! Connect with Lance Roberts on Instagram: @lanceontheloose Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect...

#113 - Tony Yazbeck

28 Jul 2022

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Tony Yazbeck, Curtain Up! Connect with Tony Yazbeck on Instagram: @tonyyazbeckofficial Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Conne...

#112 - Gabriella Pizzolo

21 Jul 2022

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Take A Bow Live at BroadwayCon continues with Stranger Things and Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin star Gabriella Pizzolo! In this episode you'll hea...

#111 - Kathryn Gallagher LIVE at Broadway Con

14 Jul 2022

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Take A Bow kicks off BroadwayCon with a LIVE EPISODE with Spring Awakening, Jagged Little Pill, and YOU on Netflix star, Kathryn Gallagher! This episo...

#110 B. - BroadwayCon Know Before You Go Guide!

07 Jul 2022

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#110 - Jhardon Dishon Milton

30 Jun 2022

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Jhardon Dishon Milton, Curtain Up! Connect with Jhardon Dishon Milton on Instagram: @jhardondishon Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpo...

#109 - Brad Oscar

24 Jun 2022

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Brad Oscar, Curtain Up! Connect with Brad Oscar on Instagram: @bradoscar64 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host...

FULL EPISODE TOMORROW

23 Jun 2022

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#108 - Sean McManus

16 Jun 2022

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Sean McManus, Curtain Up! Connect with Sean McManus on Instagram: @smcmanus3 Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with ho...

#107 - Gabe Escobar + Tony Predictions

09 Jun 2022

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Gabe Escobar, Curtain Up! Connect with Gabe Escobar on Instagram: @gabesco Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host...

#106 - Jake Ryan Flynn

02 Jun 2022

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Jake Ryan Flynn, Curtain Up! Connect with Jake Ryan Flynn on Instagram: @jake_ryan_flynn Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Conn...

#105 - Douglas Lyons

26 May 2022

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Douglas Lyons, Curtain Up! Connect with Douglas Lyons on Instagram: @chocalatehipster Connect with Take A Bow on Instagram: @takeabowpodcast Connect...

#104 - POTUS, Take A Bow

19 May 2022

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Eli talks to (in order): Julie White Suzy Nakamura Vanessa Williams Julianne Hough Rachel Dratch Lea DeLaria Lilli Cooper Chuck Cooper Ari Sh...

#103 - Jared Grimes

12 May 2022

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Jared Grimes, Curtain Up! Jared and Eli talk about: Funny Girl Tony Nominee Tap Dancing Approaching a project as performer Approaching a project ...

#102 - Ryan McCartan

05 May 2022

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Ryan McCartan, Curtain Up! Ryan and Eli talk about: Liv and Maddie Heathers The Musical Wicked Broadway Debut Frozen Rocky Horror Picture Show ...

#101 - Jelani Remy

29 Apr 2022

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Jelani Remy, Curtain Up! Jelani and Eli talk about: Lion King Ain't Too Proud Emcee in Cabaret High School Musical Papermill Playhouse Audience ...

101: STAY TUNED

28 Apr 2022

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A message from host, Eli Tokash "We here at Take A Bow are doing our best to provide all of you wonderful listeners with Great weekly entertainment. I...

#100 - Take A Bow LIVE!

21 Apr 2022

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JJ Niemann, Presley Ryan, Anthony Rosenthal, Max Von Essen, Charlie Alterman, and Eli Tokash go LIVE to celebrate 100 episodes of Take A Bow! The 100t...

#99 - Hannah Cruz

14 Apr 2022

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Hannah Cruz, Curtain Up! Hannah and Eli talk about: Legally Blonde Bullets Over Broadway Hamilton Suffs Mama Rose in Gypsy Playing historical ch...

#98 - Skye Alyssa Friedman

07 Apr 2022

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Broadway Baby, Skye Alyssa Friedman had experienced Broadway at such a young age, she wasn't fully to comprehend what it was like to be on BROADWAY! N...

#97 - Teal Wicks

31 Mar 2022

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From green girl in Wicked to Cher in the Cher show, this Broadway Belter never fails to impress. Host, Eli Tokash gets to revisit his old pal from Nev...

#96 - Brittney Mack

24 Mar 2022

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Six's own Brittney Mack who plays Anna of Cleves joins this week's episode to talk about her incredibly unique journey to Broadway. Brittney shares so...

#95 - Will Swenson

17 Mar 2022

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Tony Nominee, Will Swenson discusses the recently announced "A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical" and the drop of the 2022 Off-Broadway Cast R...

#94 - Kevin Chamberlin

10 Mar 2022

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Known as Bertram worldwide in Disney Channel's "Jessie" , Kevin Chamberlin Takes A, well-deserved, Bow! Known on Broadway as a 3 Time Tony Nominee for...

#93 - Analise Scarpaci Takes Another Bow

03 Mar 2022

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Analise Scarpaci is the first guest to officially Take Another Bow on the podcast. We kick off Women's History Month with one of the future leading la...

#92 - Kaci Walfall

24 Feb 2022

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Kaci and Eli talking points include: Lion King Matilda Broadway/Tour life Naomi on CW Being a series regular Collaborating with Ava Duvernay On...

#91 - Gennean Scott

17 Feb 2022

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As the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Broadway League, Gennean Scott is leading the way toward a more inclusive and diverse Broad...

#90 - Devin Trey Campbell

10 Feb 2022

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Devin and Eli talking points include: MJ: The Musical Opening Night Rehearsals Kinky Boots Voice Acting Dancing Supportive parents Eurika on D...

#89 - Antoine L. Smith

03 Feb 2022

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Emmy Award Winner, Antoine L. Smith joins the podcast to talk about MJ: The Musical and its Broadway Opening Night. Sharing the uniqueness of the sh...

#88 - Julius Anthony Rubio's Story

27 Jan 2022

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Ever wonder what it's like to work with Steven Spielberg or Stephen Sondheim? Julius Anthony Rubio was able to work with both on ONE project. Hear all...

#87 - Swing Sessions with Tally Sessions

20 Jan 2022

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Tally Sessions, Curtain Up! Tally and Eli talk about: Company Falsettos Swing Life Learning from peers Sondheim Mindset Mental Health Educati...

#86 - A Friend Like James Monroe Iglehart

13 Jan 2022

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James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Hamilton, Chicago) brings the heat this week sharing the most incredible stories and behind the scenes of his Tony Win...

#85 - Best of 2021

06 Jan 2022

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The past is in the past and 2021 is no longer upon us, however Take A Bow had such a great year that we went to highlight some of YOUR favorite episod...

#84 - Mateo Lizcano

30 Dec 2021

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This week we have a current star of Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway. He opens up about Broadway's return, 2021 Roger Rees Awards, 2021 Jimmy Award Finali...

#83 - Time for Broadway Shutdown pt.2?

23 Dec 2021

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Merry Christmas, everyone! What is happening on Broadway?!?!?! It's been a WEEK to say the least... From Canceled performances, to shows closing abrup...

#82 - Andréa Burns

16 Dec 2021

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Currently starring in West Side Story, one of Broadway's biggest name's, Andréa Burns joins this week's episode of Take A Bow. This shorter episode i...

#81 - Matt Meigs' Wicked Journey to Broadway

09 Dec 2021

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Software engineer by day, broadway performer by night, Matt Meigs can do it all. Currently starring in Wicked, Matt shares stories from his 5 Broadway...

#80 - Sophia Gennusa's hair got 'Naughty'

02 Dec 2021

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Playing the title role in Matilda at the young age of 9, Sophia Gennusa booked the role of Matilda off on an open call. A rare feat but encourages per...

#79 - Happy Thanksgiving

25 Nov 2021

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Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate! Enjoy this shortened episode to get you through the holiday week. Talking points include: Thanksgiving Day P...

#78 - Rainbow Lullaby Pt. 2

18 Nov 2021

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Produced by Broadway Records, the Rainbow Lullaby is the world's first LGBTQ lullaby album. Joining us to talk all about it are award-winning writers;...

#77- TREVOR The Musical

11 Nov 2021

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Take A Bow is once again LIVE at the Opening night of Trevor The Musical. At this press even host Eli Tokash got to talk to some of the cast and creat...

#76 - The Creation of The Rainbow Lullaby

04 Nov 2021

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Produced by Broadway Records, the Rainbow Lullaby is the world's first LGBTQ lullaby album. Joining us to talk about it is the creator, co-writer, and...

#75 - Alexa Shae Niziak's Practically Perfect Stories

29 Oct 2021

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The star of three Broadway, three off-broadway, two tours, multiple national commercials, and the upcoming Paranormal Activity: The Next of Kin, Alexa...

#74 - Dana H. Opening Night

21 Oct 2021

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Take A Bow is once again LIVE at the Opening night of Dana H. At this press even host Eli Tokash got to talk to some of Broadway's biggest names and g...

#73 - Nicky Torchia, Kid to Adult ~ Broadway to TV

14 Oct 2021

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Broadway and TV veteran Nicky Torchia shares his journey, advice, and behind the scene stories. As someone who has a ton of experience working as a ch...

#72 - TAB LIVE at the FLEA

07 Oct 2021

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Take A Bow goes LIVE at the Broadway Flea Market. On Broadway fan's biggest day of the year, Eli talks to stars from Hamilton, Mrs. Doubtfire, Charlie...

#71 - TAB TONY RECAP

30 Sep 2021

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Host, Eli Tokash reconnects with the listeners recapping Broadway's biggest day of the year, The Tony Awards! With n guest this week Eli shares the la...

#70 - Future of Broadway with Calvin Cooper

23 Sep 2021

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Calvin Cooper joins this week's episode of Take A Bow while being in just a few days in rehearsals for Doubtfire! Calvin opens up about the steps bein...

#69 - Oscar Williams in our Fun Home

16 Sep 2021

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Fun Home, The Secret Garden, and Parade star and fellow Broadway kid, Oscar Williams is Take A Bow's first live interview. To celebrate, this week gue...

#68 - Abby DeProducer

09 Sep 2021

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As a successful producer at the most popular concert venues in the industry, including 54 Below, Abby DePhillips takes us through what it takes to be ...

#67 - Eric Anthony Lopez Toured During COVID

02 Sep 2021

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American Idol and Phantom of the Opera star, Eric Anthony Lopez Takes A Bow this week. Eric had a different experience when he hears "Broadway Shutdow...

#66- The Show Must Go On Premiere

26 Aug 2021

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Hear from Broadway stars Lilias White, Tamika Lawrence, Greg Hildreth, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kimberly Marable, Salisha Thomas, Eric Anthony Lopez, St...

#65 - Jay Armstrong Johnson, On The Town

19 Aug 2021

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On The Town star, Jay Armstrong Johnson, joins this week's episode to promote two upcoming events. The veteran of six Broadway shows, gives great insi...

#64 - Broadway Husbands, Stephen Hanna and Bret Shuford

12 Aug 2021

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With 12 Broadway shows combined, Stephen Hanna & Bret Shuford share their expertise and journeys this week. These Broadway stars share how they've bee...

#63 - Ethan Slater & Nick Blaemire

05 Aug 2021

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Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Spongebob) and Drama Desk Nominee Nick Blaemire have teamed up to create a new concept album Edge of the World. The two are...

#62 - Antonio Cipriano, In The Light

29 Jul 2021

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After getting his start in the 2017 Jimmy Awards, Antonio has caught stride in becoming a main star on Broadway. Currently in Jagged Little Pill, he h...

#61 - Luke Mannikus has Magic To Do

22 Jul 2021

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Appearing in 3 Broadway shows by the age of 13, Luke Mannikus is a child professional now transitioning into adulthood in the industry. He was able to...

#60 - Act Two of Ryan Worsing

15 Jul 2021

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Broadway Ensemblist, Ryan Worsing, is known for his wide-range of talents. Ryan has done it all, from playing Principal/featured roles, playing 10 cha...

#59 - Act One of Ryan Worsing

08 Jul 2021

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Broadway Ensemblist, Ryan Worsing, is known for his wide-range of talents. Ryan has done it all, from playing Principal/featured roles, playing 10 cha...

#58 - What It Takes To Take A Bow

01 Jul 2021

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Highly Requested guests, Tessie and Zak Tokash (Eli's siblings) join the podcast to talk about what it truly takes to Take A Bow on a stage and the po...

#57 - Christopher Sieber is Great "Company"

24 Jun 2021

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2x Tony Nominee and 14x Broadway Vet, Christopher Sieber shares legendary stories of his past. From creating a live version of Lord Farquaad to auditi...

#56 - Laura Heywood aka Broadwaygirlnyc

17 Jun 2021

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Broadway Expert, Laura Heywood, aka Broadwaygirlnyc, brings her story of how she was able to be herself and capitalize on it in her favorite industry....

#55 - TAB's Pride Medley

10 Jun 2021

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TAB medley of LGBTQIA+ Broadway performers, who have had profound impacts on the community by using their talents and platforms. The episode features ...

#54 - Bill Berloni: Life Lessons for Dogs and Humans

03 Jun 2021

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The infamous dog trainer of the Entertainment Industry discusses the importance of being yourself to create opportunities to succeed in what you love ...

#53 - Natalie Weiss is Breaking Down The Riffs

27 May 2021

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American Idol Finalist and Star of Emojiland Off-Broadway, Natalie Weiss joins this week's episode of Take A Bow. Natalie is a world renown vocalist w...

Bonus EP: "In the Heights" Exclusive Interviews!

24 May 2021

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Our BPN Podcasters bring you exclusive interviews with cast and creatives from In the Heights, in theaters on June 11 2021. Watch the video version of...

#52 - Fred Odgaard Back to Broadway

20 May 2021

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Moulin Rouge, Kinky Boots, and Finding Neverland, Fred Odgaard joins this week's episode of Take A Bow. Fred's career has been a lifelong tour, as his...

#51 - Bowen Yang Didn't Sink the Titanic

13 May 2021

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SNL's Rising Star Bowen Yang, talks SNL, Nora From Queens, his podcast Las Culturistas, and more! Bowen's journey is incredibly unique. As a graduate ...

#50 - One Year Anniversary with Charlie Alterman

06 May 2021

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In celebration of the One Year Episode of Take A Bow, Charlie Alterman joins to bring a new field that has yet to be discussed on the podcast. Charlie...

#49 - John Bolton, My Old Man

29 Apr 2021

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The seasoned vet of NINE BROADWAY SHOWS, John Bolton, joins Take A Bow. Bolton walks audiences through his favorite stories of shows such as Anastasia...

#48 - Adam Jacobs, The Prince of Disney on Broadway

22 Apr 2021

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Grammy and Drama Desk Award Nominated Actor, Adam Jacobs joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming docu-concert, Behind The Curtain with Adam Jacobs. ...

#47 - Joshua Turchin, TAB x TENS

15 Apr 2021

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Award Winning Writer and Actor, Joshua Turchin joins the podcast to discuss being a multi- hyphenate in the entertainment industry. Joshua really open...

#46 - Zell Steele & Madilyn Jaz Morrow's, Not So Quiet, Fun Home

08 Apr 2021

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Broadway siblings Madilyn Jaz & Zell Steele Morrow discuss what it takes to have success in the industry as a family. Madilyn made her Broadway Debut ...

#45 - Hand-to-Hand with Nicolas Jelmoni

01 Apr 2021

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Broadway and Award winning circus performer Nicolas Jelmoni joins Take A Bow to share his story about being a dreamer and living every opportunity to ...

#44 - Maya Jade Frank + Michael Lee Brown

25 Mar 2021

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Dear Evan Hansen star Michael Lee Brown and Disney Channel's Maya Jade Frank are teaming up to create BeneFIT, a donation based program supporting The...

#43 - Carolee Carmello, Finding Memories

18 Mar 2021

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In her legendary career, 3x Tony Nominee, Carolee Carmello recalls being in shows from Parade, City of Angels, and OG Falsettos to most recently in Fi...

#42 - Christine Dwyer Defying Neverland

11 Mar 2021

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Playing Elphaba on Broadway is no easy feat. This week Christine Dwyer Take(s) A Bow and gives us insight about playing the role of Elphaba, the ups a...

#41 - Lena Hall, Piercing Through Hedwig

04 Mar 2021

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Grammy Nominee and Tony Award Winner, Lena Hall goes in depth into her performance during Hedwig: And The Angry Inch, making history in the show, and ...

#40 - Q. Smith, The Importance of Qmunity

25 Feb 2021

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Helen Hayes Award Nominee for her role in Broadway's Come From Away, Q. Smith shares the story of how she made it to be a three time Broadway star! Ap...

#39 - Jonathan Burke, Real Life Choir Boy

18 Feb 2021

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Choir Boy and The Inheritance star, Jonathan Burke takes a bow while reconnecting with host Eli Tokash, after sharing the stage in Mary Poppins togeth...

#38 - Cody Renard Richard, Managing The Stage

11 Feb 2021

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Cody Renard Richard, one of the top stage managers in the industry, takes a bow while reflecting on his accomplishments in episode 38. After stage man...

#37 - Jawan Jackson is a Rolling Stone

04 Feb 2021

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Emmy Nominated Actor Jawan Jackson talks about embodying the legendary Melvin Franklin in two Broadway shows! The Motown and Ain't Too Proud star shar...

#36- Sydney Lucas, Take Your Final Bow

28 Jan 2021

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On Sydney's last episode of Take A Bow, the two hosts go in depth on their personal experiences attending award shows, press events, special events, a...

#35 - Young Queen Elizabeth [Teeter}

21 Jan 2021

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Star of Mary Poppins, The Crucible, and The Audience on Broadway, Elizabeth Teeter, joins the podcast to discuss the true responsibilities of being a ...

#34- Swingin' with JJ Niemann

14 Jan 2021

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Take A Bow with JJ Nieman. You may have seen JJ in Book of Mormon and most recently in Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical. This week we dive into the lif...

#33 - America's Got Luke Islam

10 Jan 2021

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This week's episode is a little different, as it's coming on a Sunday. However, not to fear because we have yet another episode showcasing a brand new...

#32 - Shahadi chatting with "Us"

31 Dec 2020

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Shahadi Joseph Wright Takes A Bow and wraps up 2020 by covering Broadway, Movies, Red Carpets, and more. You may have seen the triple threat on Broadw...

#31 - Getting to know Kelli O'Hara

24 Dec 2020

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Early Christmas present? We think so! Today, Kelli O'Hara takes a bow and gives listeners in inside scoop on her 7 tony award nominations, what the re...

#30 - Everlasting Newsie, Andrew Keenan-Bolger

17 Dec 2020

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Andrew Keenan-Bolger takes a bow during our 30th episode! We have the lovable actor on as he talks about his journey from being a kid, a teen, to an a...

#29 - Judy Kuhn, Broadway Royalty

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode with one of the most beloved actress' we cover a brand new topic as we delve in to what it's like performing in the West End. With her...