Episodes

  • Fearless: The Takeover - with Mandy Gonzalez and Brittany J. Thurman

    Fearless: The Takeover - with Mandy Gonzalez and Brittany J. Thurman
    Feb 15 2025
    In Episode 22, Mark-Eugene and David explore some of the Drama Bookshop’s picks for children and teens while sharing their first encounters with author and actress Mandy Gonzalez. Later, David sits down with Mandy Gonzalez and Brittany J. Thurman to discuss Fearless: The Takeover, the final installment in the Fearless middle-grade series, which follows a young performer and rising influencer whose social media gets hacked. To wrap up, Mark-Eugene and David tease their plans for an extended bonus Episode 23. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • A Conversation with Shaina Taub and Ato Blankson-Wood

    A Conversation with Shaina Taub and Ato Blankson-Wood
    Feb 4 2025
    In Episode 21, Mark-Eugene and David celebrate both their milestone 21st episode and the brilliance of Shaina Taub’s As You Like It and Twelfth Night. They welcome an incredible lineup of guests, including Obie Award-winning, Emmy-nominated songwriter, and two-time Tony winner Shaina Taub, alongside Tony-nominated moderator Ato Blankson-Wood. The conversation explores Twelfth Night, a rousing contemporary musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic comedy of mistaken identity and self-discovery, as well as As You Like It, a folk-pop, immersive dream-like tale of faithful friends, feuding families, and lovers in disguise. Later, Mark-Eugene and David dive into David’s viral moment at Cabaret after his open letter to Adam Lambert. Join the celebration of theatre and the magic it creates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Uncharted Territory with Estelle Parsons and Abbie Britton

    Uncharted Territory with Estelle Parsons and Abbie Britton
    Jan 17 2025
    Mark-Eugene and David mark their twentieth episode with a special celebration! Joining them are Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons and Abbie Britton, MA, for an inspiring conversation about Estelle's book Uncharted Territory: Life Lessons from the Theatre. Tune in for unforgettable stories and profound insights from a true legend of the stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Thrill Maker- A Conversation with Stephen Dolginoff and Peter Filichia

    Thrill Maker- A Conversation with Stephen Dolginoff and Peter Filichia
    Jan 14 2025
    In Episode 19, Mark and David return from the holidays, kicking off the year with Stephen Dolginoff and his book Thrill Maker: The Story of My Musical 'Thrill Me' alongside moderator Peter Filichia. Dolginoff's Off-Broadway musical Thrill Me: The Leopold & Loeb Story was hailed as “breathtaking” by The New York Times. His thirty-year journey with the show began in 1994, leading to unexpected twists—from self-produced NYC readings to international openings. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, secrets, and surprises from his incredible creative journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Latinx Actor Training- With Cynthia Santos DeCure and Micha Espinosa

    Latinx Actor Training- With Cynthia Santos DeCure and Micha Espinosa
    Oct 14 2024
    In episode 18, David and Mark-Eugene take a deep dive into the Hispanic Heritage Table at the Drama Book Shop, discussing standout works like Torerra, Canto Contigo, Fade, and Eight Tales of Pedro. Later in the episode, David interviews Cynthia Santos DeCure, Micha Espinosa, and a panel of contributing artists to explore Latinx Actor Training. This groundbreaking book features essays and innovative research from prominent Latinx practitioners and scholars in the U.S., offering insights into the history and future of Latino/a/x/e actor training practices and methodologies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Leading Lady: A Memoir Of A Most Unusual Boy with Charles Busch and Nora Brigid Monahan.

    Leading Lady: A Memoir Of A Most Unusual Boy with Charles Busch and Nora Brigid Monahan.
    Sep 27 2024
    In episode 17, Mark-Eugene and David pass the mic to the incredible playwright and friend Nora Brigid Monahan who interviews the legendary Charles Busch! As the Tony Award-nominated writer behind "The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife" and the long-running hit "Vampire Lesbians of Sodom," and a Sundance Festival award winner, Charles Busch has carved a unique place in the entertainment realm as a playwright, LGBT icon, drag actor, director, and cabaret performer. Charles dives into his journey from losing his mother at a young age to becoming an LGBT trailblazer. He shares hilarious and heartfelt stories about his career, including encounters with stars like Joan Rivers, Angela Lansbury, and Rosie O'Donnell. Afterward, David and Mark-Eugene chat about a slew of upcoming events from Drama After Dark- a cabaret featuring staff of the Drama Book Shop, David’s multi hyphenated participation in an upcoming theatre festival, Mark’s upcoming production of Goat Blood, and the next big events at the Drama Book Shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • Melissa Errico: Sondheim in the City - Part Two

    Melissa Errico: Sondheim in the City - Part Two
    Sep 23 2024
    In Episode 16, David and Mark-Eugene dive back into their captivating interview-concert with the immensely talented Melissa Errico, accompanied by pianist Tedd Firth and producer Rob Mathes.. Following the performance, David and Mark-Eugene continue their Sondheim deep-dive while gearing up for the next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Melissa Errico: Sondheim in the City - Part One

    Melissa Errico: Sondheim in the City - Part One
    Sep 19 2024
    In Episode 15, David and Mark-Eugene sprinkle in some Sondheim puns as they gear up for Part One of their interview with the talented Melissa Errico, joined by pianist Tedd Firth and producer Rob Mathes. It’s a blend of interview, concert, and pure entertainment. Afterward, Mark-Eugene shares the scoop on his latest show, Goat Blood, and we build anticipation for Part Two of the interview, coming in the next episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins