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Based inside the beltline in Raleigh, North Carolina, Lauren Van Hemert is an award-winning podcaster who has been covering regional theater for over three years. She has been called a "pioneer" for her community-based approach to cultural arts reporting and candid conversations about diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. Her guests have included Tony Award-winners, Broadway veterans, international recording artists, and television icons, including Eric Woodall, Lauren Kennedy, Robert Hartwell, Karen Ziemba, and Ed Asner. Van Hemert is a member of the American Theatre Critics Association, Society for Professional Journalists, and the Broadway Makers Alliance.

Location:

Raleigh, NC

Description:

Based inside the beltline in Raleigh, North Carolina, Lauren Van Hemert is an award-winning podcaster who has been covering regional theater for over three years. She has been called a "pioneer" for her community-based approach to cultural arts reporting and candid conversations about diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. Her guests have included Tony Award-winners, Broadway veterans, international recording artists, and television icons, including Eric Woodall, Lauren Kennedy, Robert Hartwell, Karen Ziemba, and Ed Asner. Van Hemert is a member of the American Theatre Critics Association, Society for Professional Journalists, and the Broadway Makers Alliance.

Twitter:

@rduonstage

Language:

English

Contact:

9194549032


Episodes

A Conversation with How to Dance in Ohio's Sammi Cannold

2/5/2024
Hear what Director Sammi Cannold (How to Dance in Ohio) has to say about the show, the process, and the future of Broadway. How to Dance in Ohio will play its final performance on Feburary 11. For more infromation visit https://howtodanceinohiomusical.com/. Connect with Beltline to Broadway: Facebook/TikTok/Instagram: @beltlinetobroadway Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org

Duration:00:19:07

A Conversation with Sean Hayden

8/14/2023
On this episode of the podcast, we are talking about emotional trauma, panic disorders, PTSD, and mental health, which might be triggering to some listeners. If you need immediate care, call or text 988 to reach a 24-hour crisis center, text 741741, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. Please take care of yourself and each other. For additional resources visit https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/. For more information on Sean Hayden or Stage Combat: A Mental Health Story, visit https://stagecombatthepodcast.com/. Connect with Beltline to Broadway: Facebook/TikTok/Instagram: @beltlinetobroadway Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org

Duration:00:31:04

A Conversation with Amy Spanger

8/2/2023
Hear what Amy Spanger has to say about playing Dee Dee Allen in the Theatre Raleigh production of THE PROM. THE PROM runs through August 13. Links Amy Spanger's Website Theatre Raleigh Website Connect with Us Facebook/TikTok / IG @beltlinetobroadway

Duration:00:14:34

A Conversation with Kevin Massey and Kara Lindsay

7/18/2023
Hear what Kara Lindsay (NEWSIES) and Kevin Massey (WICKED) have to say about returning to North Carolina for the NC Theatre production of MARY POPPINS, becoming parents, and more. Links North Carolina Theatre Kevin Massey Website Connect with Us Facebook/Instagram/Twitter @beltlilnetobroadway Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org

Duration:00:19:41

A Conversation with Rachel Bay Jones

7/3/2023
Listen to what Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award-winner Rachel Bay Jones has to say to Beltline to Broadway about seeing her first Broadway show, leaving the business, and returning triumphantly. Rachel Bay Jones will be performing a concert at Theatre Raleigh on July 7. For more information visit the Theatre Raleigh website. About the Guest Rachel Bay Jones is best known for originating the role of ‘Heidi Hansen’ in the Original Broadway Cast of Dear Evan Hansen, and received a Tony Award, Emmy Award, Grammy Award, Lucille Lortel Award, and a Drama League nod for her performance. An actress acclaimed for her versatile ability to bring life to comedic, dramatic and character roles, she has garnered praise for her performances in Diane Paulus’ Tony Award Winning Revivals of Pippin and Hair, went on for Patti Lupone in the Original Broadway production of Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, wowed New York audiences in the critically acclaimed productions of Michael John LaChiusa’s First Daughter Suite and Hello Again, and received rave reviews for her performance as ‘Diana’ in The Kennedy Center’s revival production of Next to Normal, directed by Michael Grief. She can be seen on television in major on CBS’ “Young Sheldon,” “The United States of Al,” ABC’s “The Good Doctor,” Amazon’s “Panic,” “Why Women Kill” on Paramount+, ABC’s “Modern Family” & CBS’ “God Friended Me.” On Film she starred in “Ben Is Back,” opposite Julia Roberts, and in “Critical Thinking,” directed by and opposite John Leguizamo. Connect with Beltline to Broadway Facebook/TikTok/Instagram @beltlinetobroadway

Duration:00:20:47

A Conversation with Tony Nominee Katy Sulivan

6/19/2023
Hear what COST OF LIVING's Tony Nominated Actress Katy Sullivan has to say about disability representation on and off stage, presenting the keynote speech at the National Women's Theatre Festival, and what's next. For more information about the National Women's Theatre Festival, visit https://womenstheatrefestival.com/. Let's Get Social Facebook/Instagram/TikTok @beltlinetobroadway Web www.beltlinetobroadway.org

Duration:00:41:49

A LAST FIVE YEARS Reunion with Norbert Leo Butz and Lauren Kennedy

6/18/2023
Hear what two-time Tony Award-winner Norbert Leo Butz and Theatre Raleigh's Producing Artistic Director Lauren Kennedy Brady have to say about Jason Robert Brown, originating the the roles of Cathy and Jamie in THE LAST FIVE YEARS, and so much more. For more information on Theatre Raleigh's all-star concert series, visit https://theatreraleigh.com/. Let's Get Social Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: @beltlinetobroadway Twitter: @beltlinetobway Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org

Duration:00:30:57

A Conversation with Multi-Hyphenate Michael Kushner

6/12/2023
Hear what Michael Kushner (DEAR MULTI-HYPHENATE) has to say about the theater industry, his new book, and more. Links Michael Kushner's Website Dear Multi-Hyphenate Website Connect with Us @beltlinetobroadway

Duration:00:23:07

Talking Hands on a Hardbody with Raleigh Little Theatre

6/5/2023
Hear what Raleigh Little Theatre's Executive Director Heather Strickland and HANDS ON A HARDBODY Director Brian Westbrook have to say about the evolution of Raleigh Little Theatre, musical theater, and more. Links Raleigh Little Theatre''s Website Let's Get Social Facebook @beltlinetobroadway Twitter @beltlinetobway Instagram @beltlinetobroadway TikTok @beltlinetobroadway

Duration:00:19:52

In Conversation with The Museum of Broadway's Diane Nicoletti

5/18/2023
A conversation with Museum of Broadway Co-Founder Diane Nicoletti. Links Museum of Broadway Let's connect: Instagram @beltlinetobroadway Facebook @beltlinetobroadway TikTok @beltlinetobroadway Twitter @beltlinetobway

Duration:00:14:57

A Conversation with Jersey Boy Rob Marnell

4/11/2023
Hear what Rob Marnell (TINA, BEAUTIFUL) has to say about reprising his role of Bob Gaudio in the Theatre Raleigh production of JERSEY BOYS and returning home. Links Theatre RaleighRob Marnell's Website

Duration:00:16:50

In Conversation with Playwright and Performing Artist Tristan Andre and Film Composer Michael Abels

2/20/2023
This episode of the podcast is an exploration of two works inspired by two different historical figures, one of whom you may not know fully and one you may not have heard of at all. For more information visit: PlayMakers Repertory Company (They Do Not Know Harlem)Carolina Performing Arts (Omar)Follow Beltlilne to Broadway: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok @beltlinetobroadway Twitter @beltlinetobway YouTube @beltinetobroadway

Duration:00:45:02

From INDECENT to ASHER LEV

2/7/2023
Thank you for listening to this very important episode. For more information on any of the topics you've heard in this episode, see the links below. Links Aggregate Theatre CompanyJewish For GoodRidge Road Baptist Church MosaicIndecent Broadway HD TrailerMadeline Scotti's Questioning Censorship change.org Petition Dramatist Guild Statement on Cancellation of High School ProductionsDramatist Guild Form to Report Censorship and Cancelled ShowsThe Aggregate Theatre Company of MY NAME IS ASHER LEV runs through February 19th in Raleigh and Durham.

Duration:00:43:40

Alzheimer's, Dementia, and the Power of DOT

1/30/2023
The North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre production of DOT runs through February 5. For more information visit http://www.nract.org/. Additional Resources: Alzeimer's Association800.272.3900

Duration:00:16:36

Recovery and Resilience with Justin Allen Tate

1/13/2023
Heart attack survivor, stroke survivor, and slaying it in heels 4 times a week as Lola in the Opera House Theatre Company production of KINKY BOOTS. Hear what Justin Allen Tate has to say about his health journey, putting in the work, and returning to the Land of Lola. About the Guest Justin Allen Tate ( Mr. Mid-South Pride 2020) returns to the Memphis stage after recently being named the 2019 Broadway World Regional Best Actor in a Musical for his performance of Lola in Kinky Boots at POTS. National Broadway Tour Credits include Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Flashdance & Cirque Dreams. Favorite Regional Credits include Violet, The Legend of Georgia McBride, and Memphis the Musical. Justin has been a Lead Featured Vocalist for Royal Caribbean International and Holland America Line for five years. A Background Vocalist for Blake Shelton, Gene Simmons of KISS and K. Michelle. T.V. Appearances: Wedding at Graceland ( Hallmark ), The Deuce ( HBO), ELLEN (NBC) & Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin Eve, twice. He is a former four-year member of the USO Show Troupe, entertaining our military and their families around the world including tours in Hawaii & South Korea. He graduated from the American Musical & Dramatic Academy in New York City. And most of honored to serve as your King of Mid-South Pride 2020. Links Justin's WebsiteOpera House Theatre CompanyHistoric Thalian Hall

Duration:00:46:16

TCM's Dave Karger on Musical Matinees

11/15/2022
Hear what Dave Karger, host of Turner Classic Movies' Musical Matinee franchise has to say about the significance of movie musicals in film's golden age and today.

Duration:00:14:56

Live from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Broadway Flea Market

9/29/2022
Hear interviews with Broadway stars live from the Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction.

A Conversation with Black Stage Everything's Shae Marie

9/19/2022
Hear what Black Stage Everything's Shae Marie has to say about representation in theater, Tyler Perry, and creating opportunities for BIPOC artists. Follow Shae Marie on Instagram @blackstageeverythingg or visit her website at blackstageeverything.com. Connect with Beltline to Broadway Facebook/Instagram @beltlinetobroadway Twitter @beltlinetobway

Duration:00:25:51

A Conversation with Blues from an Alabama Sky's Valerie Curtis-Newton

9/8/2022
A conversation with Valerie Curtis-Newton about the theater's role in a community, Black theater in America today, and more. About the Guest Currently the Head of Directing at the University of Washington School of Drama, I also serve as the Founding Artistic Director for The Hansberry Project, a professional African American theatre lab. I have worked with professional theatre's across the country including: The Guthrie Theatre, Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Seattle Rep, Playmakers Repertory Company, Actors’ Theatre of Louisville, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Intiman Theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre, The Mark Taper Forum, New York Theatre Workshop, and Southern Repertory Theatre among others. Links: https://playmakersrep.org/show/blues-for-an-alabama-sky/ Follow us Website: beltlinetobroadway.org Facebook/Instagram @beltlinetobroadway Twitter @beltlinetobway

Humanitarianism, Faith, and Paying It Forward

8/31/2022
Hear what Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (Dr. Drama) has to say about Jewish representation onstage, musicals and mental health, and faith. Also in this episode, hear what COME FROM AWAY's Kevin Tuerff has to say about paying it forward.

Duration:00:29:50