The Playbill Podcast
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<p>The two most common questions anyone at Playbill gets from friends or family are: "What's on Broadway? And what should I see?" The Playbill Podcast is here to help.</p><br><p>Each episode highlights a currently running Broadway show and features an interview with members of the cast and/or creative team. Hosted by Alex Birsh (Playbill's VP & COO), the podcast is co-hosted by an interchanging "theatre friend," someone at or connected to Playbill who is well-versed in Broadway within their own social circles, and often answers the question, "What Broadway show would I like?"</p><br><p>Whether you’re a Broadway veteran or just starting to explore, the Playbill Podcast brings you the magic of Broadway, one show at a time.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 2, 2026
The Lost Boys with Patrick Wilson, James Carpinello, and Marcus Chait
Host Alex Birsh interviews lead producers Patrick Wilson, Marcus Chait, and James Carpinello about bringing the Broadway musical "The Lost Boys" to life.
May 28, 2026
Joe Turner's Come and Gone with Ruben Santiago-Hudson and Joshua Boone
Playbill COO Alex Birsh interviews Tony winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson and Tony nominee Joshua Boone about their experiences in August Wilson's "Joe Turner's Come and Gone."
May 20, 2026
Chess with Aaron Tveit
Playbill COO Alex Birsh interviews actor Aaron Tveit about the challenges and joys of portraying Freddie Trumper in the Broadway musical "Chess."
32 total episodes available with 7 transcripts
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Alex Brightman
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- What is The Playbill Podcast?
<p>The two most common questions anyone at Playbill gets from friends or family are: "What's on Broadway? And what should I see?" The Playbill Podcast is here to help.</p><br><p>Each episode highlights a currently running Broadway show and features an interview with members of the cast and/or creative team. Hosted by Alex Birsh (Playbill's VP & COO), the podcast is co-hosted by an interchanging "theatre friend," someone at or connected to Playbill who is well-versed in Broadway within their own social circles, and often answers the question, "What Broadway show would I like?"</p><br><p>Whether you’re a Broadway veteran or just starting to explore, the Playbill Podcast brings you the magic of Broadway, one show at a time.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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