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The Conner & Smith Show
Join Matt and Stephen as they talk to artists, creative thinkers, discuss films, try craft projects, explore local lore, debate beloved holiday traditions and much more!
Episodes
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Minisode 13 - Many things…
Matt drives to Falls Church for Always, Patsy Cline rehearsals, Nora and Nathan’s Sound Check and more!
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Episode 40 - Nora Palka & Nathan Ellman-bell of “Wild Idol” - Palka Party Weekend pt 1
We catch up with “Wild Idol” members Nora Palka and Nathan Ellman-bell, and listen to a snippet of their debut single, “I Gotta Thing for You”. We talk music…
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Episode 39 - Vishal Vaidya
Join us for a chat with Vishal Vaidya! From his experience in DC to Broadway, and his current Vocal Studio,get to know this amazing human…
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Episode 38 - Kyle Coffman
Join us for a chat with Broadway’s Kyle Coffman as he talks about his experiences in the 2009 Revival of West Side Story, Newsies, his portrayal of the Artful…
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Minisode 12 - Celebrating Michael Cerveris, and announcing this weekend’s guests…
We are so lucky to have Michael Cerveris, Kyle Coffman, and Vishal Vaidya as guests this weekend! Incredible talents ALL!
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Episode 37 - Michael Cerveris
Join us for a chat with two time Tony Award Winner, Michael Cerveris. We discuss several of his iconic roles, including his Tony Award winning performances in…
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Episode 36 - Food Stylist Lisa Cherkasky
Join us for a discussion with Lisa Cherkasky - world renowned Food Stylist who works with the Washington Post, The Washingtonian, The Smithsonian, and on and…
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Episode 35 - Donna Migliaccio
Actress, Author, and general bad ass Donna Migliaccio joins us for a great discussion about her journey, both theatrically and as an author, as well as…
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Minisode 11 - Live Stream - Night at Newcastle
Minisode leading up to Night at Newcastle!
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Episode 34 - Night at Newcastle Live Stream
Join us for a conversation with Alan Naylor, Rachel Felstein, and Andre Hinds! They make up Night at Newcastle! Listen to them every Thursday night!…
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Episode 33 - Artist Sushmita Mazumdar
A fantastic discussion with Sushmita Mazumdar, Arlington-based artist, writer, and educator, and founder of Studio Pause, her art studio where she invites the…
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Episode 32- Nevermore Star- Dan Cooney
Join us for a chat with Broadway actor Dan Cooney, who originated the role of Poe in Matt’s first musical, Nevermore.
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Minisode 10 - Back to Life
It’s been a big day for us, including the first time back to the gym, attending the Grand Re-Opening of South Glebe Road Giant, F*** it or Chuck it night, take…
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Episode 30 - Abby Ybarra
Join us for a chat with former journalist, current actor/singer/dancer and playwright Abby Ybarra. From having a gun pointed at his face in Nicaragua to acting…
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Episode 29 - Broadway Director Marcia Milgrom Dodge
Join us for a chat with Tony Nominated Director/Choreographer Marcia Milgrom Dodge as we discuss her career trajectory, being in the same dance class as…
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Episode 28 - Sandra Atkinson of Light Switch Dance Theatre
Join us for a chat with Sandra Atkinson, founder and Artistic Director of Light Switch Dance Theatre, a site-specific project based company dedicated to…
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Minisode 9 - Intersection Cops
We do an expose on who stops and doesn’t stop at the intersection outside our house.
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Episode 27 - Heidi Blickenstaff
Join us for a chat with Broadway Star Heidi Blickenstaff, as she recalls the journey of her career, from The Little Mermaid to Title of Show, from Something…
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Episode 25 - Kevin McAllister
Join us for a chat with Kevin McAllister, Artistic Director of ArtsCentric Theatre, and Dc/Baltimore/NYC performer. To find out what his company is doing, or…
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Episode 26 - Kara Tameika Watkins, Nicole Ruthmarie, Ryan Sellers, Nick Lehan, and Chris Sizemore
A monthly check-in with the “Super Friends”, where we talk about the future of theatre, Matt’s proposed animated series titled, “The Turds”, fart stories, and…
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Minisode 8 - SHOTS! SHOTS! SHOTS! Pt. 2
Join us on the car ride to get our second COVID-19 shots, and on the car ride home as well. Brought to you by Cheeze-Its. (But not really.)
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Episode 24 - Eunice Bae
Join us for a chat with Eunice Bae, longtime friend, actress, dancer, singer, graphic designer, and new dog Mom! Lots of dog talk, graphic design talk, and…
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Episode 23 - Adriane Whalen and the Nomad Dancers
We talk with Adriane Whalen of Nomad Dancers. She tells us how the troupe was forged, where they have performed, and all the fascinating details that go into…
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Episode 21 - Jenna Ballard and Kevin Boyce
Join us for a chat with our dear friends, Jenna Ballard and Kevin Boyce, both NASA employees, who have also produced a successful web series, are involved with…
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Minisode 7 - Cookie Monsters
On this Minisode, we sample the cookies that Brad Oscar and Diego Prieto sent us after we talked about the cookies on their episode! Prepare yourself for…
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Episode 20 - Ed Dixon
Join us for a chat with Broadway Veteran and author, composer, lyricist, librettist, and poet, Ed Dixon as he tells stories of his theatrical past including…
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Episode 19 - J Chris
Join us for a mini concert with J Chris as he talks about his LatinX Pop music, singer/songwriter material, and his new musical in development, Mr. Manhattan…
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Episode 18 - Jason Danieley
We plant some sunflowers and have a chat with Broadway Actor Jason Danieley about his Iconic roles throughout his career, and his amazing wife, Broadway…
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Minisode 7 - Eternal Sundown at Long Bridge Park
Join us for a Good Friday field trip to the Esplanade at Long Bridge Park to see National Landing’s latest installation in the Turn Up the Love series: Eternal…
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Episode 17 - Brad Oscar & Diego Prieto
Join us for a virtual double date with Brad Oscar & Diego Prieto, as we talk all things Broadway, Visual Marketing, and dye some Easter Eggs!
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Episode 16 - David Amoroso
Join us for a chat with David Amoroso, and Arlington based in Arlington as he discusses the things that inspire him to paint, and how his art has changed…
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Episode 15 - Jason “Mickee” Labrador
Join us for a chat with our longtime friend and collaborator, Jason “Mickee” Labrador, as he tells us how he has created an entire new industry for himself…
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Minisode 6 - SHOTS! SHOTS! SHOTS!
A trip to get our first round of COVID 19 vaccinations! First segment is driving there, second segment is driving home.
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Episode 14 - Michael J. Bobbitt
Join us for an insightful chat with Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director of Mass Cultural Council, and former Artistic Director of Adventure Theatre. Michael…
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Episode 13- Cheryl Daro
Join us for a chat with Cheryl Daro, whom DC audiences may remember as Gigi from Signature Theatre’s 2013 production of Miss Saigon, but who is also a producer…
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Episode 12 - Tobias Young
We chat with the one-man industry, Tobias Young, who also happens to live around the corner from us! Simply Food by TY is a huge smash on YouTube and on every…
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Minisode 5 - Make a Wish...
In this Minisode, we make a wish box, which will be an ongoing character in our show. What do you wish? Leave a comment and we will put it in the wish box.
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Episode 11 - Matt Bogart
Join us as we talk to Broadway veteran Matt Bogart about his life, career, DC connections and regional appearances while we color a portrait of our heart.
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Episode 10 - Terry Burrell
We got to sit down and chat with Broadway Legend Terry Burrell about her career, and what she’s been up to, including the show she has written, “Ethel” based…
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Episode 9 - Kara Tameika Watkins, Nicole Ruthmarie, Chris Sizemore, Ryan Sellers, and Nick Lehan
Kara Tameika Watkins and Nicole Ruthmarie join us first to talk about how we met, and upcoming projects, then are joined by Chris Sizemore, Ryan Sellers, and…
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Minisode 4 - Nomads who Dance
We met members of a world traveling dance company while walking the pugs this evening, watched Megan and Harry’s Oprah Interview, and are reading lots of…
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Episode 8 - Karen Darner and Florence Lacey
Join us for an insightful discussion with Karen Darner, former VA Legislator and member of the VA ALZ Commission, and Florence Lacey, Broadway Legend, who…
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Episode 7 - J. Robert Spencer and Larry Alexander
Tony Award Nominee (Next to Normal) - J. Robert Spencer starred as Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar at Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre in the Summer of 1998. He…
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Episode 6 - Felicia Curry and Rick Hammerly
Matt and I create paper chains, talk to Rick and Felicia, and lobby Factory 449 to work on a musical that Rick directs starring Felicia that we write. (Holding…
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Minisode 3 - A Pilgrimage to Mushroom-land
We check out an outdoor art installation featuring giant light up inflatable mushrooms, chat with Kara Tameika Watkins about her upcoming cabaret, interview…
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Episode 5 - Diana Huey, Thom Sesma, and Gannon O’Brien - Signature Theatre Miss Saigon Reunion
We had a great reunion with Diana Huey, Thom Sesma, and Gannon O’Brien from Signature Theatre’s 2013 production of Miss Saigon tonight. Matt made eggplant…
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Episode 4 - Michelle Kinney of the Lincoln Project joins us!
We have known Michelle for 12 years, and step inside her head and dealings with the Lincoln Project.
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Minisode 2 - Susan’s Greatest Hits!
Listen to snippets of four of our favorite Susan Derry songs from our Bold New Works series, while we eat fortune cookies, discuss our latest Netflix binges…
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Episode 3 - Susan Derry, Catherine Purcell, and watercolors...
Stephen attempts water color while Matt interviews Susan Derry, the muse of our Bold New Works for Intimate Stages Initiative, and three time co-star…
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Minisode 1 - Good Golly Miss Molly!
A recap of our visit to Arena Stage’s Molly’s Salon program last night, our favorite Arena Stage memories, and tomorrow’s guest revealed!
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Episode 2 - Eleasha Gamble and Weslie Woodley
We color in a zombie coloring book, talk to Eleasha, then Weslie. Lots of memories of the Signature Theatre productions of Les Miserables, Partial Eclipse, and…
The Conner & Smith ShowThe Conner & Smith Show - Episode 1 - Who Are Conner & Smith?
Welcome to our Inaugural episode where we explain who we are, what we do, and what to expect on The Conner & Smith Show!
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The Conner & Smith Show Trailer
What’s to come in future episodes of The Conner & Smith Show!