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We talk about the balance of work and home life, as Eric has a young son with his husband, performer Claybourne Elder. Eric also touches on the responsibilities of running a non-profit organization, on top of being the director of internal productions. Eric provides such amazing insights on what it means to run a regional theater, and on top of it all he is a total delight. U dont wanna miss this episode!

In this video, I am joined by author, editor, librarian and former performer, Kevin Winkler, to talk all about his extensive career as an author and literary historian. He shares about his love for Bette Midler, and what led him to publish his third biographical book, On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide.

I am joined by seasoned Bway performer, music director, conductor, and vocal coach, Dan Micciche! Dan holds the distinction of being the youngest person to ever play the role of Mary Sunshine in Chicago at the age of 22. We talk all about his amazing 6 years with the Broadway, touring, and international companies of Chicago, and what it means to be part of such an iconic show.

I am joined by actor, director, writer, and producer, Christian Campbell, to talk all about his amazing career, and his current producing project; the revival of Reefer Madness in Los Angeles!

He talks about how collaborative the world of design can be, and how much pressure there is to make shows as successful as possible. We talk about his road to design, and how his upbringing brought him to the arts. David also shares his experience working in the world of TV/Film, having designed for The Oscars, and serving as a creative director for many incredible artists like Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga. And on top of it all, David is so lovely to chat with.

I am joined by actress and creative, Murphy Taylor Smith, to talk about her amazing work in musical theater and beyond. Murphy shares her experience as a trans woman in the world of musical theater, taking on roles like Rabbi Raquel in Center Theatre Group's groundbreaking production of A Transparent Musical. We touch on her growing up as an identical twin, and finding her own trans identity.

I am joined by the incredible multi-hyphenate, Robert Schneider, to talk all about his incredible work in the world of theater and the arts. We touch on the shifting landscape of contemporary musical theater, and how best to prepare the next generation for the ever-changing nature of Broadway. We talk about Robs work as an Original Programming Producer at the Tony Award winning 54 Below, alongside such amazing artists as Stephen Schwartz, John Kander, Andre DeShields, and more.

Kerry Butler talks about her background as an artist, and how she ended up in the world of art. She touches on her experience originating roles on Bway, as well as all the roles she had a hand in creating but never got to play.

I am joined by UK actor Martin Sarreal to talk all about his upcoming animated musical, U.Me, on the BBC. Martin shares about his worldly upbringing, and what led him to the world of art. He also touches on opening doors in terms of Asian representation in the theater and on TV/Film.

I am joined by Broadway Standby, Sam Hartley, to talk all about his amazing career! I had the pleasure of sharing the stage with Sam on the National Tour of Chicago The Musical when he played the role of Billy Flynn.