18 episodes
Waiting in the Wings: Backstage Shenanigans with Amanda Leigh Cobb Amanda Leigh Cobb
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5.0 • 16 Ratings
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Be the first to know about Broadway’s theater gossip and funny backstage shenanigans as told by some of the most talented actors/dancers/singers you’ll never meet. We find out what it takes to be part of the understudy, cover, swing world from the folks that have actually been there, done that! And once you get to know these talented artists, maybe the next time you see a paper in your Playbill saying “the role of X will be performed by Y,” you won’t be disappointed; you’ll be excited to see what could be … one of the best nights on Broadway.
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Broadway's MATILDA THE MUSICAL + Colin Israel
Colin Israel tells us what it's like performing with children on Broadway. He also reveals what COVID-19 has meant for him personally, and how life's unforeseen challenges can force you to pivot in creative ways.http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
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Broadway’s SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS + Phil Sloves
Phil Sloves tells us what it’s like to get hit in the face with a Broadway spotlight. We’ll also learn how he got his Broadway show from an ECC and what it was like getting the closing notice a week into rehearsal.http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
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Broadway’s THE FULL MONTY/DEAR EVAN HANSON + Jason Moye
We’ll find out what it’s like to perform naked on Broadway. Plus, we’ll hear about the times when you can pull an all-nighter to keep the show going and the times . . . you can’t. Nobody wants to break Kristin Chenoweth. http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
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Broadway's WICKED, COME FROM AWAY, SIX, DEAR EVAN HANSON + Jen Ash
Stage manager Jen Ash tells us how she learned what a stage manager substitute does, and explains the ins and outs of the job - learning entire shows in TWO DAYS! In Season 2's *wildcard episode, we get her unique perspective on what it's like making a career backstage on Broadway.www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
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Broadway's HAMILTON, IN THE HEIGHTS + Antuan "Magic" Raimone
Antuan "Magic" Raimone shares what it means to be a universal swing for the different companies of HAMILTON across the United States. He also offers TERRIFIC advice about auditioning and how to make it in this business. http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
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Broadway's NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, WICKED + Nick Gaswirth
Nick Gaswirth flies out to cover roles in WICKED across the country. He tells us how he does it, and how things have changed for him being a new dad during a pandemic.http://www.waitinginthewingsbroadway.com
Customer Reviews
Great podcast!
This is a wonderful podcast for anyone in the theatre or anyone who wants to learn about theatre! Amanda Cobb is a great host and she has a wide variety of guests with entertaining and enriching stories about their understudy experiences. Highly recommend!
A new world for me
Amanda’s enthusiasm is contagious.
I was able to feel her passion on each episode as well as discover her guest with her.
The podcast was such a great window to learn about backstage and the crazy amount of work actors must endure to let us enjoy their art.
A new world to me
I’m not a Broadway fan but I couldn’t stop listening to the episodes out already. It’s a window into a world I know nothing about! The insights about hard work, perseverance, etc really carry over to anyone’s life (not just actors)