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Broadway with AJ is your backstage pass to the vibrant world of theater! Going beyond the reviews, AJ explores what truly brings each production to life—spotlighting the actors, artists, and creative minds behind the curtain through thoughtful conversations and fresh insights on the latest shows. Whether you’re a devoted theater lover or an industry insider, Broadway with AJ brings you closer to the stories, people, and passion that make the stage shine.
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This week, I’m joined by Lisa Mallette, director of City Lights Theater Company’s production of Eureka Day! 🎭✨We chat about her approach to directing this sharp and timely comedy, bringing its complicated characters and conversations to life, and the process of shaping the production for City Lights audiences. Lisa also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her work as a director and what drew her to Eureka Day.____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com 📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, I’m welcoming back Luke Sheperd, who joined us last year to talk about Into the Woods! This time, he’s back to chat about music directing in Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s production of The Last Five Years. 🎭🎶We catch up with Luke about taking on this intimate and emotionally demanding musical, his experience working on the production, and stepping into the world of Jason Robert Brown. And making this episode even more of a reunion, Sarah joins me for the conversation! 🧡____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com 📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, I’m joined by Tori and Doug from Pacifica Spindrift Players’ production of Mean Girls, opening this week! 💖🎭We chat about bringing this fan-favorite musical to the stage, the process of putting the production together, and what audiences can expect when they head to North Shore High. Plus, we get into what makes Mean Girls such a fun show for both performers and audiences.____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com 📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, I’m joined by co-directors Megan and Carly to talk about bringing A.C.T.’s Crushing to the stage ahead of its September 10 opening! ✨We chat about their collaborative directing process, the ideas behind the production, and what audiences can expect when Crushing opens at A.C.T. It’s a fun behind-the-scenes conversation about collaboration, creativity, and getting a new production ready for opening night._____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com 📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, I’m joined by my friends Ayanna and Vanessa to talk all about the long-awaited Hadestown proshot. 🎭✨ We dive into what makes this Broadway phenomenon so beloved, why the show has become such an iconic piece of modern musical theatre, and how the filmed production captures the magic of the stage.From unforgettable performances to favorite moments and the emotional impact of seeing this story preserved on screen, we’re celebrating everything that makes Hadestown so special. Whether you’ve loved the show for years or are experiencing it for the first time through the proshot, this episode is for you.____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, I’m joined by one of my oldest theatre friends, Natasha, for a special reunion! We first met during our high school theatre days, and it was so much fun catching up and reminiscing about the shows, memories, and experiences that first sparked our love of performing.We also chat about our dream roles, favorite musicals, and the productions that have stayed with us over the years. It’s a relaxed, nostalgic conversation celebrating friendship and the joy of theatre.____🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
In this special mini episode, I’m sharing an important update about the future of the podcast. I talk about why the show is evolving, what led to the decision, and what you can expect from this next chapter.From more in-depth conversations with the artists who make theatre happen to a new home for many of my reviews, I’m excited to share where the podcast is headed. Thank you for being part of this journey—I can’t wait for what’s next. 🧡⸻🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithaj.com📱 Follow me on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJ
This week, we’re heading to Coastal Rep Theatre in Half Moon Bay to talk about Once Upon a Mattress! 👑🛏️ We share our experience with this charming, laugh-filled musical and sit down with Sam, Maddie, Elena, and Austin to hear about bringing the show’s beloved characters to life.We chat about the rehearsal process, their favorite moments from the production, and what makes this classic fairy tale so much fun to perform. Plus, we wrap things up with a mattress-themed game that leads to plenty of laughs along the way!⸻🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJandSarah
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Broadway with AJ is your backstage pass to the vibrant world of theater! Going beyond the reviews, AJ explores what truly brings each production to life—spotlighting the actors, artists, and creative minds behind the curtain through thoughtful conversations and fresh insights on the latest shows. Whether you’re a devoted theater lover or an industry insider, Broadway with AJ brings you closer to the stories, people, and passion that make the stage shine.
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