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Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain

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‘Kinky Boots’ kicking up its heels at Highland Park...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/08/11

In this new podcast, Paul chats with the cast of 6 time Tony Award Winning “Kinky Boots” produced by the Highland Park Players. The leading players are all here: Anania Williams (Lola), Ben Frankart (Charlie) and Hannah Kip (Lauren) talk about starring in this Broadway classic story of a shoe factory that is about to shut […]

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Harold Pinter’s ‘No Man’s Land’ – A fine way to close...

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2023/08/10

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast of Harold Pinter’s “No Man’s Land” now playing through August 20th at Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater. Steppenwolf Co-Founder Jeff Perry (playing Hirst), Mark Ulrich (playing Spooner), and Samuel Roukin (playing Foster) talk about the challenges of performing in a Pinter production. What’s the plot? […]

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Mel Brooks’ classic ‘The Producers’ keeps ‘em...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/08/07

In this new podcast, Paul chats with the cast of Mel Brooks’ “The Producers” presented at Music Theater Works from August 10th -20th. Discussing the production are leads Thomas M. Shea (Max Bialystock) and David Geinosky (Leo Bloom). Also joining the conversation is Music Theater Works Producing Artistic Director Kyle Dougan who discusses the history of the theater […]

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It’s a Thriller: M.J. The Musical comes to Chicago;...

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2023/08/04

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the star of M.J.: The Musical, Roman Banks who plays the legendary Michael Jackson. Roman was the first African American cast as Evan Hansen on Broadway and also starred in High School Musical: The Series, as Howie. But as Michael Jackson, Banks is realizing a […]

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‘White City: An Audible Exhibition on H. H. Holmes’...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/07/27

In this new podcast, Paul goes Behind the Curtain with stars Ethan Carlson and Keenan Odenkirk, as well as Rick Kinnebrew, playwright of “White City: An Audible Exhibition on H. H. Holmes.” It is like a return to old time radio when the magic was created through voice and sound. If you are a fan of […]

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Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat and...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/07/20

In this interview, Paul goes behind the curtain with Michael Schulman, author of “Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat and Tears.” From the early days of the Oscars to the shift from old Hollywood to New Hollywood, the role of race through the years, the Blacklist years when the Oscar went to…a […]

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The Who’s Tommy is STUNNING; best show on any stage...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/07/07

In this new podcast, Paul chats with the stars of the Goodman’s Runaway hit, “The Who’s Tommy” now playing at the Goodman Theatre through August 6th. Ali Louis Bourzgui (Adult Tommy), Adam Jacobs (Captain Walker) and Alison Luff (Mrs. Walker) talk about their roles in this incredible production. Also joining the conversation is Des McAnuff […]

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Theo Ubique’s ‘Passing Strange’ is perfect in their...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/07/06

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast and director of: “Passing Strange”: now playing at Theo Ubique Theater in Evanston through July 30th. Joining the conversation are Jordan DeBose (playing Stew the narrator), Jenece Upton (playing Mother) and director Tim Rhoze. This Broadway show is reimagined in an intimate way that only […]

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World premiere of Lucy and Charlie’s Honeymoon is one...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/07/01

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast and playwright for Lucy and Charlie’s Honeymoon now playing at Lookingglass Theatre through July 16th. Joining the conversation are playwright/actor Matthew C. Yee (who plays Charlie), Aurora Adachi-Winter (who plays Lucy) and Wai Ching Ho (who plays Grandma and steals the show….in a good way!). […]

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Want to have dinner in the Golden Girls’ home? Here’s...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/06/29

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with Derek Berry, the creator of the Golden Girls Kitchen, doing blockbuster business thru the summer as it immerses fans into the home of the Golden Girls along with the meals that go along with it. Enter the building and you are welcomed by a neon […]

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Who knew that legendary boxer Gene Tunney and famed...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/06/22

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the stars of Shaw v Tunney, Richard Henzel who plays George Bernard Shaw and Gene Tunney played by Sam Pearson. Also joining in is Jay R. Tunney, the son of Gene Tunney and author of the book “The Prizefighter and the Playwright,” the subject of the play. Hear Tunney tell the story of […]

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The play that could not be more timely: ‘What the...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/06/16

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the star of What the Constitution Means to Me, Beth Lacke, who plays Heidi Schreck, and the play’s director, Helen Young. The relevance of this show in today’s world could not be more powerful. Beth talks about her background and how she handles having to […]

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Mentalist Mark Toland wows ‘em at Chicago Magic...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/06/08

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the amazing Mark Toland, a mentalist who will be first to tell you that what he does is not real! A show filled with humor and audience interaction that will truly have everyone in the room in complete amazement. Mark is talented in so many […]

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‘Tango,’ the perfect play for AAPI and Pride Month at...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/06/01

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast of “Tango” playing at Pride Arts through June 11th. When a waitress in Singapore refuses to serve a gay married couple and their son, it sends shock waves through their family and the community. Joining the conversation is Rainey Song (who plays the […]

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West Side Story returns to the Lyric Opera June 2nd-25th

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/26

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the starts of the Lyric Opera’s production of “West Side Story,” playing June 2 – 25th. Ryan McCartan (Tony) and Kanisha Marie Feliciano (Maria) talk about playing these iconic shows from one of the most beloved musicals of all time and on the most legendary […]

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Famed forensic expert Dr. Michael Baden on his new...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/23

In this new podcast, Paul goes Behind the curtain with Dr. Michael Baden known nationally for his work in pretty much every case you see appearing in the news headlines. Dr. Baden is a physician, former Chief Medical Examiner of New York City and former Chief Forensic Pathologist for the New York State Police. He […]

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‘Damn Yankees’ is a joyous musical playing the...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/17

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the cast of “Damn Yankees” playing at Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre until June 4th. This classic story is about baseball, but it’s also about hopes and dreams and so it’s no wonder the story has remained popular and performed continuously ever since the 1950s. Audiences love […]

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New production of Joe DiPietro’s ‘Ernest Shackleton...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/11

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with Joe DiPietro, the book writer of Ernest Shackleton whose catalogue of work is stunning: from Diana (Broadway production about Princess Diana), to Memphis, All Shook Up, and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. Joining the conversation is the entire cast of the show (all […]

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Steppenwolf’s ‘Last Night and the Night Before’ is...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/05

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the playwright and cast of Steppenwolf’s “Last Night and The Night Before.” Playwright Donnetta Lavinia Grays weaves a story involving LGBTQ+ issues, racially based stereotypes and expectations and so much more in this story of family facing challenges and obstacles as they thrive to be […]

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Original Broadway Cast for Into The Woods is in...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/05/02

On this special podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with Broadway and Tony Award winning star Gavin Creel who plays Prince Charming and the Wolf in “Into the Woods.” This is a hugely acclaimed and beloved Broadway production that has brought the original cast with it on a 10 city tour. The Stephen Sondheim and […]

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