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Ever wonder what it takes to make a new musical sing? Find out with New York Theatre Barn’s Backstage Pass. Hosts Teresa Attridge and Pauls Macs create space to lift up the artistry of those transforming the landscape of our industry. We make the exclusive, inclusive, going straight to the source to understand each artist’s authentic viewpoint. We’re honored to celebrate a community of people who believe that art which challenges us is worth celebrating. Featured guests include Greg Kotis, Nico Juber, Justin Huertas, L. Morgan Lee, Jenn Collella, S.C. Lucier, Meghan Rose, Hector Flores Jr., Jessie MacBeth, and more. Theme song music by Nico Juber.

  1. Linedy Genao, Taylor Iman Jones, Fran Tapia, and Maiga Vidal: Café Con Leche

    5 NOV

    Linedy Genao, Taylor Iman Jones, Fran Tapia, and Maiga Vidal: Café Con Leche

    This episode features a conversation with Linedy Genao (Bad Cinderella), Taylor Iman Jones (Head Over Heels), Fran Tapia (On Your Feet), and Maiga Vidal about Maiga’s new musical: Café Con Leche. With book, music, and lyrics by Maiga Vidal, Café Con Leche is an original romantic comedy set in Los Angeles with an all-Latinx cast. The new musical follows Alejandra, an accountant who longs to be the perfect immigrant daughter for her parents, even if it means staying in the closet forever. When a rent hike threatens to close her parent’s American-style donut shop for good, Alejandra, with the help of mysterious new customer Megan, opens Café Con Leche, a Latino-themed coffee spot, to moonlight after-hours at the store to make extra money. As her feelings for Café Con Leche and Megan grow, Alejandra begins to question just how much she’s willing to hide to keep her parent’s love. This episode features the song “California Cappuccino Donut Coffee” performed by Fran Tapia and Rubén Flores. Connect with Linedy Genao: Instagram: @linedygenao Connect with Taylor Iman Jones: Instagram: @taylorimanjones Website: https://www.taylorimanjones.com/ Connect with Fran Tapia: Instagram: @franciscatl Website: https://frantapia.com/ Connect with Maiga Vidal: Instagram: @maigavidal Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maigavidal Connect with Hector Flores Jr.: Instagram: @hectorfloresjr35 Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  2. Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim: Saint Sebastian Part 2

    22 OCT

    Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim: Saint Sebastian Part 2

    In this episode, we continue our conversation with Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim about their new musical: Saint Sebastian. Saint Sebastian is a queer coming-of-age musical comedy, set on a Christian retreat farm over one Easter weekend. At the heart of the story is the relationship of Sebastian, a sheltered, naïve kid whose parents own the farm, and Jamie, a housing-insecure kid staying at the farm with his single mother. It’s a story about socioeconomic privilege, the awkwardness of adolescence, and queerness in conflict with religious tradition. This episode features the songs “Hallelujah High” performed by Tori Lynn, Naima Alakham, Nicole Tsarouhas, Maya Thomas, Stephen Mellen and many other talented performers, as well as “Only Trees” performed by Mike Cefalo. Connect with Sean McCabe: Instagram: @seanymccabe Website: https://www.seanbarrettmccabe.com Connect with Jinhee Kim: Instagram: @jinheejinnykim Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  3. Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim: Saint Sebastian

    8 OCT

    Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim: Saint Sebastian

    This episode features a conversation with Sean McCabe and Jinhee Kim about their new musical: Saint Sebastian. Saint Sebastian is a queer coming-of-age musical comedy, set on a Christian retreat farm over one Easter weekend. At the heart of the story is the relationship of Sebastian, a sheltered, naïve kid whose parents own the farm, and Jamie, a housing-insecure kid staying at the farm with his single mother. It’s a story about socioeconomic privilege, the awkwardness of adolescence, and queerness in conflict with religious tradition. This episode features demo recordings of the songs “A Window Seat” performed by Nat Zagree and Mike Cefalo, and “Kids Are Kissing” performed by Tori Lynn. Connect with Sean McCabe: Instagram: @seanymccabe Website: https://www.seanbarrettmccabe.com Connect with Jinhee Kim: Instagram: @jinheejinnykim Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  4. Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores: Ghost in the Machine Part 2

    24 SEPT

    Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores: Ghost in the Machine Part 2

    In this episode, we continue our conversation with Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores, about the new musical Ghost in the Machine. In a secluded lab nestled in the Argentinian mountains, an inventor named Victor creates Cynthia, an android, to save his son's life. When Cynthia meets Victor's son, Carlos, a powerful bond is formed that feels part rom-com, part sci-fi thriller in the vein of Frankenstein and Edward Scissorhands. What will become of Victor's son, Carlos, and will Cynthia be able to free herself from the psychological imprisonment of her creator? This episode features the song “Colder” performed by Vuyo Sotashe. Connect with Eddie Noel Rodríguez: Instagram: @eddieroelr Connect with Janine Robledo: Instagram: @robledo.janine Website: https://www.janinerobledo.com/ Connect with Héctor Flores: Instagram: @hectorfloresjr35 Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  5. Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores: Ghost in the Machine

    10 SEPT

    Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores: Ghost in the Machine

    This episode features a conversation with Eddie Noel Rodríguez, Janine Robledo, and Héctor Flores that celebrates the release of the new single “Here With You” from the musical Ghost in the Machine on New York Theatre Barn’s New Musicals Mixtape. In a secluded lab nestled in the Argentinian mountains, an inventor named Victor creates Cynthia, an android, to save his son's life. When Cynthia meets Victor's son, Carlos, a powerful bond is formed that feels part rom-com, part sci-fi thriller in the vein of Frankenstein and Edward Scissorhands. What will become of Victor's son, Carlos, and will Cynthia be able to free herself from the psychological imprisonment of her creator? This episode features the new single “Here With You” performed by Eddie Noel Rodríguez. Connect with Eddie Noel Rodríguez: Instagram: @eddieroelr Connect with Janine Robledo: Instagram: @robledo.janine Website: https://www.janinerobledo.com/ Connect with Héctor Flores: Instagram: @hectorfloresjr35 Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  6. Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown Part 2

    27 AUG

    Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown Part 2

    In this episode, we continue our conversation with Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan about their new musical: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown. West High overachiever and valedictorian Becky Petterson has her life all mapped out. Until she overhears a city council meeting and discovers a secret that will threaten the very existence of everyone living in West Falls. This episode features the songs “Dream of Fuzzy Demons” and "When the World Stops", both performed by Amy Engelhardt. Connect with Amy Engelhardt: Instagram: @amyengelhardt Website: https://www.amyengelhardt.com Connect with Molly Horan: Instagram: @mollyhoranbooks X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/molly_horan:  Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  7. Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown

    13 AUG

    Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown

    This episode features a conversation with Amy Engelhardt and Molly Horan about their new musical: The Completely True Story of West High’s 66th Annual Charity Lockdown. West High overachiever and valedictorian Becky Petterson has her life all mapped out. Until she overhears a city council meeting and discovers a secret that will threaten the very existence of everyone living in West Falls. This episode features the songs "Ready to Play" performed by Amy Engelhardt and “The Devil Said ‘Sure’” performed by Todd Honeycutt and Whit Spurgeon. Connect with Amy Engelhardt: Instagram: @amyengelhardt Website: https://www.amyengelhardt.com Connect with Molly Horan: Instagram: @mollyhoranbooks X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/molly_horan:  Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  8. Martin Storrow: King of Pangea Part 2

    30 JUL

    Martin Storrow: King of Pangea Part 2

    In this episode, we continue our conversation with Martin Storrow about his new musical: King of Pangea. After a sudden loss shatters his world apart, 21-year-old Christopher Crow travels back to the imaginary island of his childhood in hopes of finding answers that will bring the pieces back together. This new musical, inspired by the playwright’s own lived experience, is a fantasy musical memoir that weaves realism, humor, and whimsy into a unique theatrical experience. Discover the true meaning of becoming king or queen of one’s own heart with KING OF PANGEA. This episode features demo recordings of the songs 'King of Pangea' performed by Michael Kostrov and Ryan McCartan and "Today I Am Here" performed by Bryonha Marie Parham. Connect with Martin Storrow: Instagram: @martinstorrow Website: https://www.martinstorrow.com Connect with New York Theatre Barn: Support us: newyorktheatrebarn.givingfuel.com/nytb-yea2024 Twitter: @nytheatrebarn Instagram: @newyorktheatrebarn  Facebook.com/nytheatrebarn nytheatrebarn.org  Pauls’s personal instagram: @paulsmacs Teresa’s personal instagram: @terijoyeaux Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
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Ever wonder what it takes to make a new musical sing? Find out with New York Theatre Barn’s Backstage Pass. Hosts Teresa Attridge and Pauls Macs create space to lift up the artistry of those transforming the landscape of our industry. We make the exclusive, inclusive, going straight to the source to understand each artist’s authentic viewpoint. We’re honored to celebrate a community of people who believe that art which challenges us is worth celebrating. Featured guests include Greg Kotis, Nico Juber, Justin Huertas, L. Morgan Lee, Jenn Collella, S.C. Lucier, Meghan Rose, Hector Flores Jr., Jessie MacBeth, and more. Theme song music by Nico Juber.

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