
From B.A. to Broadway
Welcome to From B.A. to Broadway! A weekly theatre podcast exploring the business of show-business!
Hosted by: Brennan Stefanik
Hosted by: Brennan Stefanik
Episodes
121 episodes
Ep. 68: The Power of the Brand! with Jenna Leigh Miller
In Episode 68, Brennan is joined by NYC-based actor and social media manager Jenna Leigh Miller, as they discuss her journey and how she has used branding and social media to boost her success as a performer! She a business owner and absolute p...
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In the Spotlight #50: The Sound of Music
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on one of the most beloved musicals in history, The Sound of Music! If you don't already know it, it's time to study up, because this stage and screen musical is a staple in the canon of bo...
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Ep. 67: Weaponizing Your Twinship! with Robbie Rescigno
In Episode 67, Brennan is joined by NYC-actor Robbie Rescigno as they talk about his journey in showbiz, and the benefits of having a twin in the industry! He may not know how to use Instagram, but he's still a wealth of wisdom nonetheless!
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In the Spotlight #49: The 78th Annual Tony Awards!
In this week's extra long mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 78th Annual Tony Awards! We're breaking down all the awards and performances, and giving you the hottest takes we got!
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In the Spotlight #48: Maybe Happy Ending
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on our newly Tony Award winning Best Musical "Maybe Happy Ending"! This absolute delight of a show was a breath of fresh air for Broadway, and it's something that should be on everybody's m...
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Ep. 66: Self Sabotage and Shenanigans! with Erica Walker
In Episode 66, Brennan is joined by NYC-based actor Erica Walker as they take some walks down memory lane and explore how they overcome their inner saboteurs! Making art is already awesome, but when friendships like this come out of it, it is a...
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In the Spotlight #47: Death Becomes Her
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's new musical "Death Becomes Her"! Based on the 1992 cult-classic, this new musical instantly became a smash-hit thanks to the incredible performances of two of Broadway's most ...
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Ep. 65: Shedding Our Metaphorical Wigs! with Emma Pittman
In Episode 65, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Emma Pittman as they talk about her trajectory coming from a small town with little theatrical exposure, to winning "The Search for Roxie" and taking the Broadway world by storm! Emma has carved he...
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In the Spotlight #46: tick, tick... BOOM!
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit semi-autobiographical musical "tick, tick.. BOOM!" by Jonathan Larson! Jonathan paved the way for so many new, dynamic pieces of theatre in this industry, and it's awesome that w...
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Ep. 64: Holding on to the Joy! with Tommy Kaiser
In Episode 64, Brennan is joined by NYC-based actor Tommy Kaiser, as they talk about his journey from winning BroadwayWorld's "Next On Stage" to being booked and blessed on the National Tour of Rent! He's had a bit of an untraditional pat...
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In the Spotlight #45- Beautiful: the Carole King Musical
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway biopic/ jukebox musical Beautiful: the Carole King Musical! It's currently one of the most popular shows in the regional theatre market, nation-wide, so it's certainly a goo...
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Ep. 63: Being a Multi-Faceted Artist! with Ellie Handel
In Episode 63, Brennan is joined by NYC actor/ director/ stage manager/ teacher, etc. as they talk about making what you want and becoming a multi-faceted artist. Ellie has seen so many different sides of the industry and now she is actively te...
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In the Spotlight #44: Little Shop of Horrors
In this week's mini-sode, we're shining the spotlight on the cult-classic musical: Little Shop of Horrors. It's had many lives, and it's current Off-Broadway revival has given it some fresh new ones, with a revolving door of your favorite actor...
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Ep. 62: Your Fav High School Theatre Teacher! with Michelle Taplin
In Episode 62, Brennan is joined by Long Island middle/ high school theatre teacher and founder of "Tap In to Your Passion", Michelle Taplin, as they talk about all things high school theatre, and the hurdles one must jump through when applying...
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In the Spotlight #43: Evening Primrose
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Stephen Sondheim television special: Evening Primrose! This 45-minute ABC special is a weird delight, and it's a must see for any Sondheim fan!
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Episode 61: Sitting in the Moment! with Bernie Baldassaro
In Episode 61, Brennan is joined by NYC-based theatre artist, Bernie Baldassaro, as they talk about the grind of working in the biz and the moments you know you need to put yourself first! Bernie has had quite a busy career since graduating col...
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In the Spotlight #42: Tony Nominations 2025
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on this year's Tony Nominations announcement! We're breaking down each category for ya, and giving our best predictions and hopes for what will unfold at this year's Tony Awards! Have we se...
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Ep. 60: We've Got Your Back!! with Mollie Downes
In Episode 60, Brennan is joined by NYC performer, and founder of the beloved audition resource: The Hustle, Mollie Downes, as they talk about the desire to help the acting community and how we can come together to make this industry a better p...
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In the Spotlight #41: Little Women the Musical
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's "Little Women the Musical"! Based on the American classic novel, Little Women is already a story so known and beloved by many, and the musical is yet another lovely way to sha...
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Ep. 59: Librettist/ Lyricist & Kidz Bop Legend!! with Sami Horneff
In Episode 59, Brennan is joined by NYC librettist/ lyricist, Sami Horneff, as they talk about her journey of being a child actor, studying performance in college, and her decision to pursue a career in songwriting! Despite not being a pianist,...
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In the Spotlight #40: Godspell
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the yet another Broadway classic: Godspell! A secular musical about the teachings of the Bible is naturally going to draw a lot of controversy, but those who love it, LOVE it! So tune in...
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In the Spotlight #39: A Chorus Line
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Pulitzer Prize winning musical, A Chorus Line! This one goes out to all the #DancerFirst folks out there, but it's still a classic that should be in everyone's Broadway knowle...
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Ep. 58: The Unofficial List Twist! with Allyn Faith
In Episode 58, Brennan is joined by NYC-actress, Allyn Faith, as they discuss the new policy regarding Unofficial Lists at auditions. Mostly affecting Non-Union actors, this new policy has caused quite the stir this past week, and there's still...
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In the Spotlight #38: Les Misérables
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the classic musical: Les Misérables! This completely sung-through musical is an absolute beast, but it's a must-know for sure!
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Ep. 57: Living the Creative Life! with Jaime Lyn Beatty
In Episode 57, Brennan is joined by NYC-actress Jaime Lyn Beatty as they talk about her experience of theatre-education on multiple levels and ways to live life more creatively! Above all, when having a career in theatre, you have to make sure ...
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