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Breaking the Curtain

Breaking the Curtain

Breaking the Curtain is the musical theatre podcast where two friends sit down with theatre legends, uncover the history behind your favourite shows, and share the latest Broadway buzz. From in-depth show breakdowns to exclusive interviews with theatre’s brightest creatives, it’s your all-access pass to the world of musical theatre.

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Ep159 - Come From Away with SACCHA DENNIS, JAWON MAPP...

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2024/09/21

Welcome to the rock! We're beyond excited for Come From Away to make its return to Toronto on September 22nd!We're joined by company members: Saccha Dennis, Jawon Mapp and Kristen Peace to discuss this beautiful musical making its way back to Toronto, the importance of Come From Away, kissing the cod and so much more! Follow us on social media! ⁠Instagram⁠ @breakingthecurtain ⁠TikTok⁠ @breakingthecurtain ⁠breakingthecurtain.com

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00:52:37

Ep158 - Pumpkin-spiced Broadway

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2024/09/05

It's another updates episode!Can you believe it's already September? Get cozy with a pumpkin spice latte and listen as your ‘Broadway Besties’ recap their summer adventures, discuss putting together the Outsiders Interview Series, an exclusive announcement, the upcoming fall Broadway season (‘tis the season of Audra!), the Wicked movie and more!

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00:32:59

Ep157 - Wildest Dreams with KEVIN WILLIAM PAUL (The...

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2024/09/01

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Kevin William Paul, who is currently starring as Bob Sheldon in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders! We chat with Kevin about his journey from growing up in Florida to starring in The Outsiders on Broadway, the craziest story to ever grace the podcast, taking on the role of Bob Sheldon, a little T-Swift serenade moment and more!

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00:20:06

Ep156 - Staying Gold with TREVOR WAYNE (The Outsiders)

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2024/08/28

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Trevor Wayne, who is currently a Booth Singer and Ponyboy Curtis understudy in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders!We chat with Trevor about his journey to Broadway, the beautiful support from the Outsiders fans, the possibility of bringing his own version of Ham4Ham to the stage door and so much more!

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00:46:51

Ep155 - Green Beans & Rice with BRENT COMER (The...

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2024/08/24

We're thrilled to be joined by the incredible Brent Comer, who is currently starring as Darrel in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders!We chat with Brent about beginning his Outsiders journey as Paul in the La Jolla run to then taking on the role of Darrel for Broadway, meeting the incredible S.E. Hinton, what's really in the 'hamburger mystery surprise' and more!

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00:49:29

Ep154 - The Digital Age of Broadway

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2024/08/22

In a world where cell phones and social media have become all the rage, the rise of platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok have dramatically transformed the way we experience theatre. From the early days of message boards to the rise of theatre influencers, 'parasocial relationships', and TikTok trends, we explore the evolution of the digital impact on Broadway and beyond. So, grab your virtual front-row seat and join us as we uncover how the digital age is rewriting the script for

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00:30:38

Ep153 - Suddenly Seymour with MAGGIE LACASSE (SIX)

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2024/08/09

Hey Queendom! We're honoured to be joined by our Canadian queen, Maggie Lacasse!Maggie recently wrapped up playing Jane Seymour in the Toronto production of Six the Musical! Maggie chats with us about the transition period following closing a production, the support of the Queendom, her insane audition story (you NEED to hear this!), a special announcement and more!

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00:41:33

Ep152 - Crissy's Big Broadway Adventure

Breaking the Curtain ·

2024/08/06

Welcome to the whirlwind of a week that is Crissy's Big Broadway Adventure! Join Crissy and Jocelyn as they discuss The Notebook, The Outsiders, MJ, Moulin Rouge, cancelled flights and Stage Door etiquette.

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00:22:30

Ep151 - Hermione’s Head & Heart with CARA RICKETTS...

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2024/07/29

We're beyond thrilled to be joined by Cara Ricketts on Breaking the Curtain! Cara is currently playing Hermione in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway!We chat with Cara all about playing this iconic role, our own personal experiences growing up with Harry Potter, the magical aspect of the show and so much more!

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00:22:21

Ep150 - Marcia, Marcia, Marcia with SARAHGRACE...

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2024/07/25

We’re beyond thrilled to chat with SarahGrace Mariani, who is currently playing Marcia in the 2024 Tony Award Winning Best Musical: The Outsiders!Join us as we chat with SarahGrace about this exciting new musical, our favourite boys: Sergei and Melvin, the incredible support from fans, on-stage mishaps and more!

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00:29:24

Ep149 - Rambles, Rumbles and Groff Tears

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2024/07/08

We're back with another updates episode! Did you miss our theatre ramblings? We sure missed you!On this episode, we discuss the big Tony win for The Outsiders, crying over Jonathan Groff, Aaron Tveit and Jojo (not Siwa) returning to the Moulin Rouge, being a 2000s theatre fangirl, The Last Five Years going to Broadway and more!

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00:12:15

Ep148 - Revenge Party with ALEXYS MORERA (Mean Girls)

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2024/07/05

Mean Girls is returning to Toronto this month and we had the joy of chatting with Alexys Morera who plays the iconic role of Janis in the musical!Mean Girls runs at the Royal Alexandra Theatre from July 30th to August 25th! You don't want to miss this show, it is so fetch!

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00:24:03

Ep147 - Future Boy with CADEN BRAUCH (Back to the...

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2024/06/28

We’re beyond thrilled to chat with Caden Brauch. Caden is currently touring around North America as everybody’s favourite Future Boy, Marty McFly, in Back to the Future: The Musical!We chat with Caden about playing this iconic role, performing alongside Don Stephenson, life on the road and more!

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00:50:47

Ep146 - The History of the Tony Awards

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2024/06/14

Take a journey with us through the history of the Tony Awards! We start with Antoinette Perry's vision to celebrate excellence in theatre, and further explore how this prestigious event has evolved over the decades.We reminisce about unforgettable iconic moments, Opening Numbers, discuss the magic of theatre, and reflect on some of the controversies that have sparked important conversations. We also share our thoughts on this latest Tony Awards season, spotlighting standout shows and

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00:28:08

Ep145 - Young Allie with JORDAN TYSON (The Notebook)

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2024/05/21

We're beyond thrilled to bring you another interview with a cast member from The Notebook! In this episode, we're joined by the incredibly talent, Jordan Tyson!Jordan is currently starring in The Notebook as Young Allie. We chat with Jordan about her portrayal of Allie, working with Ingrid Michaelson, on-stage mishaps, the iconic film and more!

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00:12:40

Ep144 - Dog Man Is Go with GAGE THOMAS (Dog Man: The...

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2024/05/12

We are thrilled to be joined by Gage Thomas of Dog Man: The Musical! Gage chats with BTC about playing Harold & Others, theatre for children, and the importance of PLAY. Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious production based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants and Cat Kid Comic Club. Best buds George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in 5th grade, they figure it's time to level up and write a musical based on

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00:13:26

Ep143 - Gun & Powder with AARON JAMES MCKENZIE

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2024/04/23

We are thrilled to be joined by Aaron James McKenzie to chat all about playing Elijah in the Paper Mill Playhouse production of Gun & Powder!Gun & Powder is a new musical inspired by the true story of Mary and Martha Clarke, African American twin sisters who take extraordinary measures to settle their mother’s sharecropper debt and save her home. In 1893 Texas, the Sisters Clarke—passing as white—embark on a remarkable Wild West adventure that examines race, family, and identity with

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00:20:48

Ep142 - A Heart Full of Love with DELANEY GUYER (Les...

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2024/04/19

We're so thrilled to be joined by Delaney Guyer who is currently starring as Cosette on the National Tour of Les Miserables!We chat with Delaney about portraying the role of Cosette, the show’s lasting legacy, the touring production and bringing it back to Toronto audiences!

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00:59:50

141 - Gleeking Out with GOTW

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2024/04/10

So, here's what you missed on Breaking the Curtain... Surprise! We're joined by Andrew, host of the Gleek of the Week podcast! Andrew chats with us all about Glee pre and post-streaming services, the 'Glacket' aka The Glee Bracket, our favourite episodes, and so much more including our game of Who Said That: Glee Edition! Follow Gleek of the Week

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00:35:20

Ep140 - Middle Noah with RYAN VASQUEZ (The Notebook)

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2024/03/27

We're joined by Broadway's Ryan Vasquez, who is currently starring as Middle Noah in The Notebook!Ryan chats with us about portraying the role of Noah alongside John Cardoza (Younger Noah) and Dorian Harewood (Older Noah), his first time seeing the film, Ingrid Michaelson's gorgeous score, the iconic rain scene and the Broadway Community.

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