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
178 episodes
In the Spotlight #78: All Shook Up!
In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Twelfth Night- inspired, Elvis Presley jukebox musical "All Shook Up"! Yeah, you heard that right! A Broadway musical inspired by a Shakespeare play, set to the tunes of Elvis ...
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Ep. 98: Keep Moving Forward! with Elijah Zurek
In Episode 98, Brennan is joined by the creator of "Meet the Robinsons the Unofficial Concept Album", Elijah Zurek, as the two of them discuss bravery, confidence, tenacity, and the sheer need to just keep moving forward! You know when you sign...
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In the Spotlight #77: Frozen
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Disney's Frozen the Musical. Perhaps one of Disney's most well known franchise, the stage adaptation took on a different lens to cater more towards an adult audience. The life of the sho...
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Ep. 97: Getting Used to the Highs and Lows! with Claybourne Elder
In Episode 97, Brennan is joined by Broadways Claybourne Elder, as they talk about his journey studying theatre in several countries, nearly quitting the industry, and how to maintain your self identity amidst the highest high and the lowest lo...
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In the Spotlight #76: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
In this first mini-sode of year 3, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels". While we did spend a quarter of this episode talking about the Traitors, we promise this is a great show to know, especially for ...
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Ep. 96: Casting Multi-Generational Theatre! with Sarah Hogewood
In Episode 96, Brennan is once again joined by actor and now casting assistant, Sarah Hogewood, as they talk about TYA, the fear of cringe, the idea of "play", and the ways being on the casting side of the process has influenced how she approac...
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In the Spotlight #75: Sister Act
In this week's mini-sode we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's Sister Act the Musical! From screen to stage, this show is a delightful mix of habits and shenanigans that has made it the classic it is today!
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Ep. 95: Monitors Are Here To Help! with Kevin Herrera
In Episode 95, Brennan is joined by actor/ fellow audition monitor, Kevin Herrera, as they talk about audition season and all of the common questions/ situations they experience! The audition process can be very daunting and scary, but above al...
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In the Spotlight #74: the Phantom of the Opera
In this week's mini-sode, we're shining the spotlight on one of the most iconic Broadway musicals, "The Phantom of the Opera"! Obviously everyone has heard of this show, and there is good reason as to why it's the longest running production in ...
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Ep. 94: Finances for Actors! with Kevin Worley
In Episode 94, Brennan is joined by former Broadway actor turned Financial Advisor, Kevin Worley, as they talk about all the tricks and tools actors can use to set themselves up for the most financial stability possible! While we are all aware ...
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Ep. 93: Forever a Theatre Kid! with Robb Sapp
In Episode 93, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Robb Sapp as they talk about what it's like for the little theatre nerd to make it all the way to Broadway! Not only is Robb incredibly talented with a resumé to boot, but he also the kindest, most...
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In the Spotlight #73: [title of show]
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the Broadway musical "[title of show]"! This delightful little one act musical is a hidden gem full of friendship, silliness, and some cozy, good vibes!
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Ep. 92: Always Bring Yourself! with Shelby Acosta
In Episode 92, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Shelby Acosta as they talk about theatre boarding school, getting into the grind, and making sure you're always bringing yourself to every space you enter!
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In the Spotlight #72: Dogfight! with Brandon Walters
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the 2012 Pasek and Paul musical: Dogfight! This one is quite a doozy of a plot with some absolute bops thrown in there, but boy did it leave us with a lot to talk about!
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Ep. 91: What Happens After the Dream Comes True? with Tiernan Tunnicliffe
In Episode 91, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Tiernan Tunnicliffe as they talk about the shifts that have to happen after you achieve your dreams, and giving yourself permission to make new ones! It's often in those moments of uncertainty that...
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In The Spotlight #71: Shucked
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on Broadway's favorite corn musical, "Shucked"! Well... it's a musical about corn, and if that's not incentive enough to listen to this episode, I don't know what is!
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In the Spotlight #70: Ragtime
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the very beloved Broadway musical "Ragtime"! With its current Broadway production extending nearly 6 months, this star-studded revival is the talk of the town!
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Ep. 90: A Look Back on 2025! with Brennan Stefanik
In Episode 90, it is time for the annual solo episode as Brennan goes back and talks about everything we've chatted about during Year 2! It was a really great year for the pod, and we are so excited for what 2026 has in store!
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In the Spotlight #69: Meet Me In St. Louis
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the holiday classic "Meet Me In St. Louis"! From screen to stage, this charming little show has cemented itself as a must-watch for so many every holiday season!
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Ep. 89: From Sketch Comedy to Broadway! with Russell Daniels
In Episode 89, Brennan is joined by Broadway's Russell Daniels as they talk about his journey from a degree in Music Education to being Josh Gad's standby in Gutenberg on Broadway! From sketch comedy, to hit parody shows, to Broadway itself, Ru...
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In the Spotlight #68: the Lightning Thief
In this week's mini-sode, we're shining the spotlight on Broadway's TYA musical "The Lightning Thief: the Percy Jackson Musical"! It's not often you see TYA (theatre for young audiences) on Broadway, but despite the negative Broadway reviews, t...
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Ep. 88: The Casting Director Diaries! with Kevin Metzger-Timson
In Episode 88, Brennan is joined by Broadway Casting Director, Kevin Metzger-Timson, as they talk about his transition from performing into casting, and all the things one may not know about what goes on behind the casting table! Between his ex...
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Ep. 87: Debriefing "Wicked: For Good"! with Brennan and Danny
In Episode 87, Brennan and Danny are bringing you all of their praises and hot takes about the long awaited film "Wicked: For Good"! Whether it be Cynthia's "No Good Deed", or the newly iconic chunky knit cardigan, this movie is on everyone's m...
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Ep. 86: How to See Broadway Shows for Cheap! with Danny Saulle
In this week's Episode, Danny is joining Brennan over on the main as they discuss all the various ways to make seeing New York theatre affordable. Art should be accessible to all, and while Broadway is a prestigious institution, there are still...
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