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Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain

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Sondheim’s reimagined ‘Company’ at Cadillac Palace...

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2023/10/30

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with two cast members from the hit revival of Company, a new production of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s classic. This version re-imagined by director Marianne Elliott (War Horse and Angels in America) brings us Bobbie’s 35th birthday party except this time around, the character of Bobbie […]

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‘The Lehman Trilogy’ at Broadway Playhouse through...

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2023/10/27

In this podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the 3 stars of The Lehman Trilogy. This 2022 Tony Award winner for Best Play is discussed by Mitchell Fain (who portrays Henry Lehman) Joey Slotnick (playing Mayer Lehman) and Anish Jethmalani (playing Emanuel Lehman). The story weaves together 146 years of a family history from […]

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‘Sex and the City’ author Candace Bushnell comes to...

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2023/10/20

In this podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with New York Times Best Selling author Candace Bushnell. You know her book, “Sex and the City,” plus there are many more which followed including the current bestseller: Is There Still Sex in the City?” And yes, it is Candace’s work that led to the creation of the classic iconic […]

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‘A Wonderful World’ – The life of Louis Armstrong at...

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2023/10/15

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with two of the stars of “A Wonderful World” providing a look at the legendary jazz legend, Louis Armstrong. This Broadway bound musical stars James Monroe Iglehart (Genie in Aladdin) and chatting with Paul are Jennie Harney-Fleming who plays Armstrong’s wife Lil, and DeWitt Fleming, Jr who plays […]

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Legendary ICON Ben Vereen on his life, career, and...

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2023/10/13

In this podcast, Paul Goes behind the Curtain with the legendary Ben Vereen. The Tony award winning actor is known for his roles in Pippin, Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar, Wicked, and so much more. He created the unforgettable role of Chicken Little in “Alex Hailey’s Roots” and portrayed Louis Armstrong in a biographical film on […]

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Chicago Firehouse Restaurant: Where city history...

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2023/10/08

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with Shannon Tauschman, General Manager and Resident Historian, for the landmark Chicago restaurant, Chicago Firehouse. This landmarked location was actually a Firehouse built in 1905 as Engine Company 104 to protect the well-to-do home owners of Prairie Avenue such as The Pullman Marshall Field Families among others. The interior […]

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Michael Feinstein, Protector of the Great American...

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2023/09/29

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with legendary protector of the American Songbook, Michael Feinstein, and Hollywood Museum Founder and President Donelle Dadigan to discuss the amazing career of Jose Iturbi. Feinstein does not do many interviews was happy to join in this important discussion to bring a name back to the […]

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NYT best selling author Luke Russert on his book:...

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2023/09/21

In this new podcast, Paul chats with the NYT best selling author of “Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself,” Luke Russert. Luke is the son of legendary political analyst and host of NBC’s Meet the Press, Tim Russert who died so young and unexpectedly in the heat of the 2008 election. The book chronicles Luke’s […]

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‘Laugh In’ creator George Schlatter’s new book,...

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2023/09/15

In this special new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the legendary creator of “Laugh In,” and so much more, George Schlatter. Schlatter, now 93, has related his many stories and memories in a new book, “Still Laughing: A Life in Comedy.” Filled with amazing accounts, he shares the history of how Laugh In came to […]

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NYT best selling author Miles Taylor on his latest...

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2023/09/07

In this new podcast, Paul chats with the NYT best selling author of “A Warning,’ Miles Taylor about his latest book: “Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy From The Next Trump.” Taylor is an expert on national security and public policy and served as Chief of Staff with the US Department of Homeland Security. His […]

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New definitive biography: ‘King: A Life’ by Jonathan...

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain ·

2023/08/31

On this podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with author Jonathan Eig to discuss his latest book, “King: A Life,” truly the definitive biography of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. With its vivid language and extensive research, King: A Life offers a complete and new portrait of this true American legend. But Eig shows […]

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Ronnie Marmo brings his tour de force on Lenny Bruce...

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2023/08/28

In this new podcast, Paul visits with the star of “I’m Not a Comedian, I’m Lenny Bruce,” directed by multi-award winner Joe Mantegna. Ronnie transforms into Lenny Bruce in this one man show which played in Chicago for 6 months at the Royal George (until Covid stepped in) and returned for another 6 months at […]

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‘Dinner with the President’ – A new book looking at...

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2023/08/24

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with author Alex Prud’homme a freelance writer and author about this new book on what Presidents ate from the time of Washington until today. Prud’homme is the nephew of famed “French Chef” Julia Child and likely related to cajun chef Paul Prud’homme so he comes from […]

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Magician/Mentalist Henok Negash will amaze you at...

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2023/08/17

In this new podcast, Paul chats with an amazing and talented magician, mentalist, and performer, Henok Negash appearing every Wednesday on the Main Stage at Chicago Magic Lounge. Henok is truly different from the typical magician or magic act. He has a warmth and connection with the audience that builds strong trust as his presentation proceeds through a series […]

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

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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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