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AnnMarie Milazzo is a Tony, Grammy, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Award-nominated vocal designer. She’s also a vocalist, lyricist, and composer who’s worked on Broadway and internationally. On this episode, AnnMarie gets vocal about vocal design and her writing and editing process while preparing for the June opening of her newest Broadway musical, “JOY: A New True Musical.” --------------------- Lucky Us (co-music & lyrics with David Foster), A Walk On The Moon, The Snow Guardian,...

Debbie Taylor-Kerman is a contemporary mixed media artist and painter who put aside her successful commercial design career to focus on creating abstract figurative art that empowers diversity and humanity. Her engaging art is now in private collections throughout the United States and around the world. On this episode we explore the world of licensing graphic art, transitioning from corporate to personal art, and following your voice. www.debbietaylorkerman.com -------------------- Deb...

Rachael Sage is a prolific songwriter, singer, visual artist, and ballet dancer and the founder of Mpress records. She has toured nationally and internationally and has shepherded a wide array of diverse artists in the music-sphere. On this episode we chat about the value of maintaining relationships for booking gigs, nurturing artists while running a record label, and the fine line between music and visual art. -------------------- Rachael Sage is a soulful vocalist, innovative multi-i...

Dean Taucher is a film and television production designer, art director, and playwright. He is behind some of television’s most iconic shows and spilling the beans in his new play, “Reel Stories.” On this episode we peek behind the curtain and talk set design, “Miami Vice,” and working with directors like Michael Mann. -------------------- Dean Taucher is a production designer/set designer, originally from the Chicago area. He attended The Goodman School of Drama - Art Institute of Chicago an...

Jason Kravits is an actor, singer, improvisor, and viral video creator who's worked regularly in film, television, and on Broadway.His voice can currently be heard as Sneezy in Disney’s live-action hit, "Snow White." On this episode we get into Jason’s audition process and sniffling varieties, his adoration of vaudeville, and how changes in technology have affected viewership. -------------------- Jason has been fortunate enough to appear on stages and screens, large and small, for over 35 ye...

Celia Chavez is a singer, songwriter, session vocalist, educator, and coach. She’s played global arenas and intimate music clubs - duetting and harmonizing with Pink, Enrique Iglesias, Julia Fordham, and many more. On this tuneful episode, Celia shares the secrets of how to blend, harmonize, and adapt to different voices and concert styles, and how to stay fit while on an arena tour. We also get an introduction to her musical alter ego, Babilonia. -------------------- Celia Chavez enjoy...

Amy Ziff is the acerbic wit behind the award-winning Indie Rock trio, Betty. She is also a singer, songwriter, cellist, activist, and mom. On today’s episode, this multi-talented artist chats about song placements, the art of collaboration, electronic cellos - and of course, how to navigate these times as an artist. -------------------- In addition to being a pop icon and touring the world with the band BETTY, Amy has appeared in movies and TV, including Showtime's The L-Word, and origi...

Jen Munson is an audio mastering whiz and engineer with a sharp ear for sound. She’s a jazz vocalist and also a technical director for WNYC’s “On the Media.” On this episode you’ll hear about sound frequencies, how to make voices distinct, and a bit wood chopping thrown into “the mix”! WNYC -------------------- Jennifer Munson is the technical director for On the Media and a Mastering Engineer at Taloowa. Jen has engineered some of the greatest musical talents in history. Isaac Stern, for ins...

Carole Montgomery is a stand-up comedian, producer, and director who has headlined clubs & colleges across the USA. She is also the creator of the series “Funny Women of a Certain Age” on Showtime and live in clubs. On this episode, we get a backstage glimpse into the world of working in Vegas, outrageous comedy gigs, and Broadway child wrangling. www.carolemontgomery.com -------------------- With over 2 dozen television credits to her name, CAROLE MONTGOMERY is a respected veteran of t...

Adam Feldman is the National Theater and Dance Editor and chief theater critic at TimeOut New York. He is also President of the New York Drama Critics’ Circle - and sometimes graces the stage himself. On this episode we “review” the star system, tips on reaching a journalist, and unravel the mind of one of NYC’s most beloved critics. -------------------- Adam Feldman is the Theater and Dance Editor and chief theater critic at Time Out New York, where he has been a staff writer since 200...

Melinda Buckley is an actress, comedian, director, choreographer, and writer who's been seen on Broadway, TV, and film. On this episode we chat about her solo show, “MOTHER (and me),” working in the biz, having a casting director as a neighbor, and a fun Audra McDonald tidbit. -------------------- MELINDA BUCKLEY Broadway and national tours include Crazy For You, A Chorus Line, Raggedy Ann, Sally and Bob Fosse’s Sweet Charity. She has performed improv/sketch and stand up all over NYC as well ...

Danielle Rayne is an actress, voice-over artist, and stunt woman who has mastered the art of versatility. She is the star of the Sci-Fi hit, “Portal: No Escape,” and has voiced and played everything from an alien to an action hero. On this episode we get into everything from the world of recording audio books to whisper room design to stand-in work and much more. -------------------- Danielle is a veteran of TV, Film, Stage and Voice-Over work. In addition to audiobook narration, she has voic...

Bill Bowers is an accomplished mime & award-winning actor who has performed on Broadway and stages across the world. He is also a gifted teacher in the art of storytelling and movement. On this episode we chat about on the beautiful "art of silence", the difference between mime and pantomime, and the legendary Marcel Marceau. www.Bill-Bowers.com -------------------- Bill has performed throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. His Broadway credits include Zazu ...

Multi-hypenate, Marlo Hunter is a film & tv director; as well as a stage director and choreographer. She’s on the Broadway Women’s Fund list of “Women to Watch,” and her current touring production of “Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical” was a NY Times Critics’ Pick. On this episode we learn about the casting and editing process for Hallmark and other studios, and the perks of working with theater actors on film. www.MarloHunter.com --------------------- MARLO HUNTER is a theater & film...

Daniel Spector is a teacher, acting coach, Shakespeare aficionado, and Director of the Classical Studio at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. He’s taught and directed numerous Broadway, film, and television actors. On this episode we talk grants, acting technique, and reveal the “secret sauce” to a winning audition. https://tisch.nyu.edu/about/directory/drama/1641228855 -------------------- Daniel Spector is a teacher, acting coach, and director. He is Associate Arts Professor at NYU’s Tis...

Anna Venizelos is a contortionist, aerialist, and acrobat. She’s toured with Cirque du Soleil, appeared in “The Greatest Showman,” and performed with The Metropolitan Opera. We’re running away to join the circus on this bendy episode, as Anna shares the discipline and skill required for one of the oldest art forms. -------------------- Anna came to circus from a background of both gymnastics and dance. After studying dance education at NYU she settled on pursuing her love of contortion, aeria...

Lisa Levy is a true artist - comedienne, provocateur, and self-proclaimed therapist. She’s been covered (and uncovered) in print, film, and TV and curates her own gallery show. On this episode we explore artists’ vulnerabilities, comedy, The Doghouse Gallery, and Psychotherapy Live. https://www.lisalevyindustries.com/ -------------------- Lisa Levy is a conceptual artist, performer and (self-proclaimed) psychotherapist. Her art has been exhibited at art fairs, galleries and museums such as ...

George Caldwell is a pianist, arranger, composer, conductor, and actor who has performed with all the greats from Dizzy Gillespie to Savion Glover, and Ruth Brown to Quincy Jones. On this episode we get into how music vibrations trigger out-of-body experiences, the bridge between classical and jazz musicians, plus generous samples of George’s gorgeous compositions. https://www.george-caldwell.com/bio.html Send us a text ------------------------ Produced and Edited by Arts and Craft. Th...

Ben Model is a musician, historian, publisher, teacher and presenter of silent film. He creates and performs live music on both piano and organ at MOMA and the Library of Congress’ Packard Campus Theater. On this episode we uncover the tricks of undercranking, explore the delicate balance on playing for silent film, and how the pandemic shaped the online theatrical world. silentfilmmusic.com --------------------------- Ben Model is one of the nation’s leading silent film accompanists, perfo...