Episodes
It's a brand new episode of Off Book and a brand new crew! Meet the new co-hosts, Broadway star Kim Exum(The Book of Mormon) & award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu (The Homecoming Queen, Good Greif). Dive right in with us as we discuss what's currently happening in the state of theatre and the lack thereof including a breakdown of #FleeTheFlea with @TheFledTheater, an inside look at Mariah Carey's Christmas Special with choreographer Dominique Kelley, and how we're all coping with...
Published 12/07/20
Your favorite theatre friends Donja, Drew, and Princess Amber Iman get together one last time to do what they do best! Talk, laugh, and love! This episode aired live on November 16th! You can watch the corresponding video on Broadway Black's Youtube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 12/07/20
Hit your mark! It's a brand new episode and this week listen in as Eddie, York, & Ianne sit down with the marvelous Saycon Sengbloh to talk about her career spanning over 20 years and more! Also, hear them touch on the musical from Black Thought, the Broadway Inspirational Voices Gala, and the passing of dancer Danny Tidwell. It's a good reflective! Let's Go! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG: @BroadwayBlack | @OffBookPodcast Facebook:...
Published 03/10/20
Hey Hey, Yall! It's the first week with a few of our new co-hosts York Walker, Kim Exum, & Ramaj Jamar. They are joined by playwright C.A. Johnson (All The Natalie Portmans) to discuss her journey and new play happening right now at MCC, Jeremy O. Harris' new HBO deal, an all-white Prince of Egpyt(?), and a sort of intense listener letter. It's that time! Yall know what to do, hit your mark and let's go! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG:...
Published 03/03/20
Listen in as Drew sits with Kim Exum, York Walker, & Ramaj Jamar to discuss theatre fashions, the difference between the fashion design and costume design, and Drew's big announcement. You'll also enjoy the 2nd hour that features our in-depth interview with playwright Katori Hall as she talks about her journey to her newest show The Hot Wing King at The Signature Theatre. It's time to hit your mark. Let's go! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG:...
Published 02/25/20
Y'all know what time it is! Time to hit your mark and go Off Book! Listen in as Drew sits down with Ari Groover(Head Over Heels, Tina), Ianne Fields Stewart (Pose FX), and Eddie Mawere (One in Two). They convene in the studio and discuss everything from Phylicia Rashad in A Fall from Grace, a little Blue uptown, the stigma around HIV, and so much more! Let's Go! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG: @BroadwayBlack | @OffBookPodcast Facebook:...
Published 02/18/20
It's a brand new episode! We know you've been waiting! Listen in as Drew sits down with two Off Book newbies, costume designer Ramaj Jamar and actor/playwright York Walker. The 3 of them sit down and talk about what's new in their lives, Broadway Sessions, what they thought about the Oscars, and so much more! Places have been called and its time to hit your mark! Let's Go! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/11/20
It's a new season! Off Book is back and ready to hit its mark! Just to remind you of all the goodness that we've experienced over the last few years we've compiled clips from our favorite and most talked about moments on the show. Get into this 'Best Of' episode & check back tomorrow for a brand new episode as we'll be changing some things around. We now record on Mondays & new episodes will drop on Tuesdays from now on! Get ready! It's that time! Let's go! Learn more about your ad...
Published 02/10/20
It's the end of an era some would say or the beginning of something new. Listen in as the original crew hits their mark for the last time with Chris, the engineer. They also discuss Cythina & Harriet, The Drifters Girl, and how to get back into the swing of things after being away. This is an episode you don't want to miss. It's that time! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in...
Published 11/05/19
It's that time again! This week Drew is joined by actor Eric R. Williams, artist Keyon Monte, & producer/actor Michael Oloyede. Listen in as they go off book on topics from theatre etiquette, trauma porn, new experiences, & 'one gotta go!' Its a jammed pack episode of news, laughs, and opinions. Hit your mark! Let's go! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while...
Published 10/29/19
This week Drew & Amber are joined by the ever so vibrant Ianne Fields Stewart. They all hit their mark and talk about oiling up your soul, a little Aretha, + a little 'One in Two' discount code tucked in there for you. Get into it! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their Broadway dreams. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast |...
Published 10/21/19
What's understood doesn't need to be explained.
Published 09/30/19
It's that time! Time to hit your mark and go off book! Drew and Donja are in the studio and are joined by Rodrick Covington (Once On This Island, The Lion King) actor and founder of Core Rhythm Fitness. Listen in as we talk about Billy Porter, transformative experiences, why we're tired of revivals, and the difference between threating and non-threating Black actors. Get into it! Download the Core Rhythm Fitness app and join us Wednesday for class. Use code: First Class to get your first...
Published 09/23/19
This week Drew hits his mark and is joined by dazzling Destinee Rea(Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, BOLDNYC) and costume designer Andy Jean(What to send up..., One in Two) as they discuss what it takes to find a balance in this industry and more. Join us! It's that time!
Published 09/17/19
Hit your mark! This episode Drew is joined by Michael R. Jackson(A Strange Loop) & Doron Mitchell (To Kill A Mockingbird) and they talk about a little bit of everything. It's all over the place with topics and questions. Two episodes out this week!
Published 09/09/19
Drew and Donja sit down and get real about the where things are and how to move forward. Two episodes out this week,
Published 09/09/19
Hit your mark as we catch up on all the latest news! This week Drew is joined by producer/director Ken-Matt Martin and actor Shakur Tolliver. Laugh with the crew as they discuss 'Carolione, Or Change' & 'A Solider's Play,' & Soul Train all heading to Broadway, how to be a multihyphenate, and non-traditional training methods. Let's go! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in...
Published 08/27/19
Hit your mark with Drew this week as he's joined by actor/playwright Timothy DuWhite (Neptune), and actor Kayla Davion (King Kong, Waitress, Tina: The Tina Turner Musical) to discuss auditioning, dropping into character, when is a character meant for you, & more! It's that time! Get into it! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their Broadway...
Published 08/13/19
Hit your mark! It's that time. Donja's Back in his rightful seat next to Drew and they are joined by new guest Allison Semmes (Motown: The Musical) and returning guest, Ari Groover (Head Over Heels). Listen in as they talk about respectability politics, anxiety, and train rage. Get into it! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their Broadway dreams. Email:...
Published 08/05/19
It's time to hit your mark! This week Drew is joined by actors Ari Groover(Head Over Heels)and returning guest Michael Oloyede. They dive into the Cynthia Erivo anti-Black American controversy and more. Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their Broadway dreams. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG: @BroadwayBlack |...
Published 07/30/19
It's a brand new week and a brand new crew! Drew is joined by returning guest Kristolyn Lloyd (Dear Evan Hansen)and newcomer Fedna Jaquet (Ain't No Mo). Listen as they talk about The Gift of The Lion King, Jennifer Hudson's digital fur technology, and being your character forever. Hit your mark! It's that time! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their...
Published 07/22/19
Whew! We're back y'all! After a few weeks of logistical difficulties, we're back in the studio ready to hit our mark! Drew is joined this week by actress Angel Brice, singer/songwriter/storyteller Nik Alexander, Actor/Comedian Edward "Eddie" Mawere. They all chime in a talk Little Mermaid, The Lion King, not feeling seen, and making sure you're seen! Find your light! It's that time! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a...
Published 07/15/19
Hit your mark and join Donja & Drew as they talk about all the latest happenings from Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, to Todrick Hall, to more A Strange Loop and everything in between. Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and process life in NYC while pursuing their Broadway dreams. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @OffBookPodcast | @BroadwayBlack IG: @BroadwayBlack |...
Published 06/24/19
Welcome back to a new season of Off Book! This week Drew kicks it off with 2 guest hosts. actor/singer Angela Birchett(The Color Purple, Clark Sisters Lifetime Biopic) & playwright Jeremy O'Brian (egg; or anythin' dipped in egg gone soften)bring their experiences and wisdom and go Off Book about their journey's. It's that time to hit your mark! Let's Go! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an actress, & a journalist as they explore and...
Published 06/17/19
This week Drew is joined by a few fresh faces! 2019 Tony Award-nominated choreographer, Camille A. Brown(Choir Boy, Once On This Island), Actor/Producer Eric Lockley(The Movement Theatre Company), Actor/Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu (Good Grief, The Homecoming Queen)all lend their voices and experiences to the Off Book movement. Get into their discussion on grace, perseverance, and validating yourself! Go into the world of black theatre artists on this weekly podcast with a playwright, an...
Published 05/27/19