Take A Bow

by Broadway Podcast Network

As a showbiz kid, host Eli Tokash knows what it’s like to balance childhood normalcy and the demands of starring on Broadway, Television, and Film. Kids in the industry have to balance multiple jobs, auditions, and performances on top of their schooling every single day. As Eli is becoming a young adult, he wants to share his industry experiences and expertise while he talks to other professionals about the grind of the industry as we all continue to find our next success on this weekly podcast, Take A Bow!Take A Bow walks audiences through life in the entertainment industry with guests from all facets of the entertainment industry including top actors, directors, stage managers, casting directors, musicians, child wranglers/tutors, writers and more. Eli highlights each guest’s unique story and celebrates their journeys and accomplishments as they give insight on how they came to be where they are in the spotlight. This podcast offers helpful information for those just starting out in the industry such as the process of auditioning, headshots, getting agents/managers, the daily life of actors, funny mishaps, and so much more. Join Eli weekly as he engages in these insightful and fun conversations and he and his guest’s offer their experiences, thoughts, and advice on all aspects of the industry, seen through a kid’s perspective, while speaking with child and adult actors alike. Part of the Broadway Podcast Network.

Episodes

#176 - Tommy Bracco

1h 9m · Published 14 Sep 04:00

Broadway, Reality TV, AND Social Media star, Tommy Bracco comes to Take A Bow talking all things: Newsies Pretty Women Big Brother Real Tawk Podcast Fanbases Similarities between Broadway and Reality shows Favorite reality shows Dream roles Audition stories how the strikes/unions impacts reality tv Dreams of being on Dancing with the Stars + so much more. This episode is one not to miss for all of you fansies as we talk about the importance of fan bases between both Newsies and Big Brother on CBS. Tommy success stems from his multi-hyphenated efforts, one of which involves his podcast Real Tawk recapping all sorts of reality shows from the reality tv stars themselves. Tommy is currently dreaming of coming back to Broadway playing Timon in the Lion King or being a celebrity dancer on Dancing with the Stars. What happens first? That's up to you, the fans. Curtain up, Tommy Bracco Connect with Tommy Bracco on Instagram: @tommybracco Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

175 - Justin Cooley

1h 11m · Published 07 Sep 05:30

Tony Nominee, Justin Cooley stops by Take A Bow talking all things Kimberly Akimbo. Cooley's journey is so unique, as the universe pulled him into this musical theatre world from being discovered at the Jimmy's, to being begged to audition for Kimberly Akimbo not once... Not twice... but THREE times, to a Tony Nomination for his astonishing work in his BROADWAY DEBUT! We dissect all the things on Take A Bow from creating a character for the first time all the way to kissing Victoria Clark. This episode is just another reminder to remember the name Justin Cooley as we will be seeing him around the block for a long time to come. Curtain up, Justin Cooley Connect with Justin Cooley on Instagram: @justin.cooley Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#174 - Alexis Michelle

1h 8m · Published 31 Aug 05:00

International Drag Star, Alexis Michelle also known as Alex Michaels, comes to Take A Bow sharing stories from their career on RuPaul's Drag Race, RuPaul's Drag Race All Star, Drag around the world, and in the theatre as both Alex and Alexis. Alex/is is a non-binary performer who candidly delves into a discussion about how the entertainment industry has progressed and areas that still needs work. We discuss shows that could showcase more inclusion, how the TONY wins of Alex Newell and J Harrison Ghee accelerate that progress and hopes it will encourage writers to write authentic stories for non-binary performers with non-binary characters, and how they are creating their own work to entertain others. You can see Alexis on stage very soon around the world in Witch Perfect World Tour (A Hocus Pocus Parody). This episode is one for the ages. You won't want to miss this conversation. "The best thing you can do is listen." Curtain up, Alex Michaels aka Alexis Michelle Connect with Alexis Michelle on Instagram: @alexismichelleofficial Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren(@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#173 - Raquel Suarez Groen

53m · Published 24 Aug 04:00

After 5 years and 1,300+ performances on Broadway in Phantom of the Opera, Raquel Suarez Groen is keeping Broadway's most historic show alive through personal fashion. You can keep pieces of your favorite Broadway shows such as Phantom of the Opera, Six, &Juliet, Beauty and the Beast, etc. on you at all times in the form of jewelry, bowties, pens, and more. Raquel started in the world of opera, hear how that translated into the musical theatre world as she was in a Broadway show about performing in an opera. Find out how it's similar, how her unique training prepared her, and what she had to learn while performing eight shows a week. Next Stop: The Metropolitan Opera Curtain up, Raquel Suarez Groen Connect with Raquel Suarez Groen on Instagram: @quelly2000 Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren(@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#172 - Gianna Harris

1h 15m · Published 17 Aug 17:12

A Broadway star as a child is coming to off-Broadway in one of the most anticipated musicals of the season. Gianna Harris will be understudying the roles of Young Ali, Jessica, and Tiny in "Hell's Kitchen" at The Public Theater. Hell's Kitchen features the music written by Alicia Keys, directed by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Next To Normal), choreography from Camille A. Brown (Once on this Island, for colored girls). The show stars Shoshana Bean, Brandon Victor Dixon, and more. Gianna Harris (School of Rock) gives listeners a true peak behind the curtain into the life of a child performer. She shares her audition process for her newest role, meeting Alicia Keys for the first time, stories of Alex Brightman and Sierra Boggess, being a kid on Broadway and touring around the world, and so much more. Curtain up, Gianna Harris Connect with Gianna Harris on Instagram: @thegiannaharris Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#171 - Take A Bow Rundown

47m · Published 10 Aug 05:00

Eli Tokash flies solo today catching up and answering mailbag questions received from social media and more. The first (maybe second) time Eli comes to you live in a candid discussion breaking down the latest news of Broadway, talking about the press side of the industry, what's to come and more. Topics include: Breaking Spamalot Casting News Recent Opening Night Red Carpets Hopeful Upcoming guests (Alexis Michelle, Casey Cott, Derek Klena, Courtney Reed, Robert Horn, and more.) Producing Truth How to get into Broadway Press Kids Night On Broadway How SAG strike is affecting our industry Upcoming shows Alex Brightman / The Shark Is Broken + so much more! Curtain up on the Take A Bow Rundown Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#170 - Erin Rose Doyle, Sophia Manicone, and Charlie Webb

1h 13m · Published 04 Aug 05:17

The young adult cast of Parade on Broadway reminisce over their run sharing their favorite memories, moments in the show, biggest learning experiences and so much more. You will get a glimpse into the life of a young performer on Broadway with a fresh new perspective on the industry. From all different cities, these three make aspiring artists around the world realize their dreams are within reach. Topics include: Working with Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond, Michael Arden, Paul Alexander Nolan, and more. The importance of taking care of your voice, mind, and body Making their Broadway debut Getting homesick Transition from New York City Center to Broadway Understudying Rehearsal process Fitness and staying in shape. + so much more! Curtain up on the Cast of Parade! Connect with Erin Rose Doyle, Sophia Manicone and Charlie Webb on Instagram: @erinroseleigh, @sophia_manicone, and @charlie_webb12 Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#169 - Live at BroadwayCon with Salisha Thomas and Nathan Levy

1h 17m · Published 27 Jul 04:00

Salisha Thomas and Nathan Levy come to Take A Bow with a candid discussion about the industry. Hear all about what it takes to mount a new Broadway show, Disney Princess World, swing life, racial impacts on Broadway, and so much more. The two veterans also open up about their first time being in an Original Broadway Cast as they share with audiences the importance of stating your needs with performers. There are so many important topics in this episode for all performers and industry leaders to hear. This episode was recording live at BroadwayCon Curtain up, Salisha Thomas and Nathan Levy 🚨LIVE EPISODE ALERT🚨 Connect with Salisha Thomas and Nathan Levy on Instagram: @salishathomas @nathanlevy Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#168 - Jaime Lozano

1h 3m · Published 20 Jul 04:00

This week’s guest is “Broadway’s next big thing” according to Lin Manuel Miranda. He just recently became an awardee of the Jonathan Larson Grant which is awarded annually to musical theatre composers, lyricists, and librettists, or writing teams, early in their career, to support artistic endeavors and safeguard long-term music writing careers. His upcoming musicals "Frida, The Musical" and "Broadway en Spanglish" are currently in workshop productions hoping to find a space to tell these stories. On August 4th you can see him in a free concert event at Lincoln Center in his show featuring songs of his album Songs by an immigrant, sung by your favorite Broadway stars. Jaime's story is one to inspire so many. One that you must hear. Curtain up, Jaime Lozano Connect with Jaime Lozano on Instagram: @jaimelozano Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus- Josie Bray

52m · Published 18 Jul 13:00

Disney+'s Trevor: The Musical producer, Josie Bray loves creating new work for our industry and audiences. But, not just any new work. Josie and host, Eli Tokash are embarking on a new journey creating a new work titled "TRUTH: A Biofictional Choreopoem." Today the project launches a crowdfunding campaign to get the production on its feet. You can visit truthplay.org to learn more information and donate to the project. A little bit goes a long way, even a simple share and follow on social media. We hope you can join us on this journey and help us reach our goal. Curtain up, Josie Bray To donate or learn more about or campaign, visit: TRUTH: a biofictional choreopoem Connect with Josie Bray on Instagram: @josiebray_ Connect with Truth: A Non-Fictional Choreopoem on Instagram: @truthplay.org_ Connect with Take A Bow on social: @takeabowpodcast Connect with host, Eli Tokash on social: @tokash_eli Edited by Jessica Lauren (@jessicalaurenradio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take A Bow has 233 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 275:59:37. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on August 16th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 13th, 2024 18:14.