Green Room Radio

GRR-038 2nd Season Kickoff

Sat, 7 Apr 2007 06:57:00 GMT

The 2nd Season of Green Room Radio is here. Today's episode is an update in what has been going on in my life for the past year.

Podshow

Sat, 8 Jul 2006 00:25:00 GMT

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GRR-037 Sophie Milman

Fri, 19 May 2006 05:23:00 GMT

We're back with a fantastic new jazz singer who I believe is from 20 different countries, Sophie Millman. This wonderful talent just released her debut album in the U.S. and it is getting rave reviews. Check out today's show for an interview with Sophie as well as 2 tracks from the her new album. Also on today's show, the debut of the Green Room Radio theme song as performed by Geoff Smith.

GRR-036 Euan Morton

Tue, 18 Apr 2006 21:46:00 GMT

No, he's not Boy George...but he has played him on Broadway. On today's show, we speak to Euan Morton, regarding his new album, NewClear. We take a listen to a few cuts from the new album (which is fantastic, BTW), as well as from the musical that gave Euan a Tony nomination, Taboo.

GRR-035 Las Vegas #2

Tue, 4 Apr 2006 05:26:00 GMT

Our 2nd show covering the entertainment in Las Vegas. News & Music from Avenue Q, Le Reve, Celine Dion, Barry Manilow, Hairspray and KA!

GRR-034 Las Vegas #1

Sat, 1 Apr 2006 06:33:00 GMT

Our first show from Las Vegas! I take a visit to Avenue Q and Le Reve.

GRR-033 Marty Casey

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 05:41:00 GMT

On today's show, from last summer's hit CBS show Rock Star: INXS, and the lead singer of The Lovehammers, Marty Casey. Also on today's show, talk about the Oscars and "It's Hard Out Here For A Pimp."

GRR-032 A Hodgepodge For A Snowy Day

Fri, 3 Mar 2006 05:32:00 GMT

It's a snowy day here in the NYC, so a hodgepodge episode is required. Tunes from KT Tunstall, The Lacivious Biddies, Penny Fuller, Nell Carter, Teddy Thompson, and host Erich Bergen lays his vocals down to a karaoke track of the "Gimme A Break" theme song.

GRR-031 Flopz!

Sun, 26 Feb 2006 05:41:00 GMT

Today's show celebrates Flop Broadway musicals with music from Big, Working, Ballroom, Carrie, and more. We also feature an interview with Michael Lavine, music director of the upcoming FLOPZ concert and an interview with Carrie herself, Linzi Hately

GRR-030 Peter Allen Birthday Celebration

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2006 07:48:00 GMT

For our 30th episode, we celebrate the 62nd Birthday, of the late, great, Peter Allen. Includes music from Peter Allen himself, Diana DeGarmo, Jim Caruso, Ellen Greene and Hugh Jackman

GRR-029 Musical Theatre Hodgepodge (and other stuff too...)

mail@greenroomradio.com — Wed, 1 Feb 2006 15:28:00 GMT

On today's show, music from the recently released recordings of the 2005 Broadway Revival of Sweeney Todd, the new musical The Color Purple, and the 1986 Broadway Revival of Sweet Charity starring Debbie Allen. Also, Hugh Martin, Harold Arlen and Stephen Sondheim sing their own material, and music from The Lacivious Biddies!

GRR-028 Margo Jefferson

mail@greenroomradio.com — Sun, 15 Jan 2006 05:54:00 GMT

An interview with Pulitzer Prize winning writer, Margo Jefferson, on her new book, "On Michael Jackson."

GRR-027 Best Music of 2005

mail@greenroomradio.com — Sun, 1 Jan 2006 22:02:00 GMT

On today's show, I play my favorite music of 2005. Includes tunes from Jamie Cullum, Brother Love, Trisha Yearwood, Kay Thompson & The Williams Brothers, plus tunes from Broadway's Jersey Boys & The Light In The Piazza. Here's to a great 2006. Happy New Year!

GRR-026 Holiday Music Spectacular!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Sat, 17 Dec 2005 04:45:00 GMT

Listen in for some of my favorite holiday music of all time by Andy Williams, Jane Monheit, Nancy Lamott, Jackson 5, Cher, Donny Osmond, Barbra Streisand and much more. Perfect music for your christmas party, to listen to in the car, or on the pod. My Odeo Channel (odeo/1e17e60d3543673f)

GRR-025 Donny Osmond!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Wed, 7 Dec 2005 22:56:00 GMT

On today's show, we feature an exclusive interview with the legendary Donny Osmond, as well as an exploration of his amazing catalouge of music.

GRR-024 Hodgepodge From Hollywood!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Thu, 1 Dec 2005 22:53:00 GMT

Green Room Radio is back, broadcasting from sunny Los Angeles, CA. Music from Madonna, Candy Butchers, Eurythmics, and much, much more.

GRR-023 Kay Thompson & Ruth Williamson

mail@greenroomradio.com — Mon, 31 Oct 2005 06:21:00 GMT

On today's show, we talk about Kay Thompson. Don't know who Kay is, listen in, you won't regret it! Also an interview with Ruth Williamson regarding her upcoming Kay Thompson tribute.

GRR-022 Jasper Kump

mail@greenroomradio.com — Wed, 26 Oct 2005 03:45:00 GMT

On today's show we feature an interview and music wonderful new vocalist, Jasper Kump. In my opinion, Jasper's new album, "Sunday In New York" truly is the perfect Sunday brunch album. Check him out at www.jasperkump.com.

GRR-021 Hodgepodge #3

mail@greenroomradio.com — Mon, 17 Oct 2005 21:45:00 GMT

On today's show, music from Jamie Cullum, James Blunt, Bob Dylan, and much more. Also hear about my experince at the U2 Concert at Madison Square Garden.

GRR-020 Rob McKittrick

mail@greenroomradio.com — Sat, 8 Oct 2005 03:48:00 GMT

On today's show we feature a really fun interview with Rob McKittrick, the director of the new film, "Waiting." The film hits theatres nationwide today. Also, music from Boy George and Lyrics Born.

GRR-019 Billy Porter

mail@greenroomradio.com — Mon, 3 Oct 2005 13:47:00 GMT

On today's show we are proud to feature an exclusive interview with ultra fab actor recording artist and actor, Mr. Billy Porter. A New York theatre scene staple since the early 90's, Billy has made a name for himself not only as an amazing vocalist, but now as a songwriter. After an exhausting period trying to be a star in the R&B Music world as well as working as classically actor trained actor on Broadway, Billy has finally mixed the two together with the release of "At The Corner Of Broadway & Soul." In early 2005, Billy was asked, as an artist in residence at the world famous Joe Papp Public Theatre in NYC, to put together a theatrical evening telling his life story. The result was the critcally-praised "Ghetto Superstar: The Man That I Am." Today, we talk to Billy about his amazing story, the ups & downs of the biz, and the release of his new album.

GRR-018 More Hodgepodge!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 21:00:00 GMT

More CD, TV, and DVD reviews! Music from The Click Five, Tracy Chapman, Barbra Striesand, Dolly Parton and more. Also a little talk about the ladies of Wisteria Lane, a visit from our friend Jim Caruso, and exciting news about Donny Osmond and Green Room Radio.

GREEN ROOM RADIO IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

mail@greenroomradio.com — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 20:55:00 GMT

Green Room Radio is now split into 2 RSS Feeds. For those of you who use iTunes to subscribe, please go to the Podcast Directory in the iTunes Store and subscribe to the Green Room Radio podcast that has "Green Room Radio" under it, and not "mail@greenroomradio.com" under it. This will give you the new "Enhanced Podcast" version with changing artwork as well as Podcast Chapters. So much fun! If you do not use iTunes to listen to Green Room Radio, stay where you are! For help, email me at mail@greenroomradio.com

Green Room Radio-Julia Murney

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 16 Sep 2005 17:49:00 GMT

On todayâs show we are proud to feature an exclusive backstage interview with one of the stars of the new broadaway show, LENNON, Ms. Julia Murney. The show uses the music of John Lennon (post-Beatles) to tell his life story. I have to say, I had a great time at the show, however, most of the critics did not. The show has struggled at the box office, and as result, Lennon will close Saturday, September 24th. Oy. That being said, Julia and I had a great chat about the show, the state of musical theatre, and the pros and cons of the internet theatre community. Itâs a great listen, and I hope you enjoy it. Remember, feel free to e-mail me at mail@greenroomradio.com with any questions, comments or fashion tips.

Green Room Radio-A hodgepodge of Music & DVD reviews!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Mon, 12 Sep 2005 22:45:00 GMT

A hodgepodge of Music & DVD reviews! Plus talk about the iPod Nano, Madonna on iTunes, music from Josh Kelley, Barbara Streisand & Sherrie Austin. Also, my trip to the new Martha Stewart show.

Green Room Radio-Once Around The Sun

mail@greenroomradio.com — Wed, 7 Sep 2005 14:24:00 GMT

An interview with the creative team of the new rock musical, Once Around The Sun. www.oncearoundthesun.com www.greenroomradio.com

Green Room Radio-The Muppets

mail@greenroomradio.com — Tue, 30 Aug 2005 16:20:00 GMT

Today we celebrate the release of The Muppet Show Season 1 on DVD. Listen to tracks from the Muppet show including songs with guests Ethel Merman, Joel Grey & Connie Stevens. Also, some Muppet greatest hits and some surprises!

Green Room Radio-Video Killed The Radio Star

mail@greenroomradio.com — Tue, 23 Aug 2005 15:49:00 GMT

People want more. Especially when it comes to the world of entertainment. No longer is it enough to just have the music, but now their must be visual to go along with it. MTV certainly started a revolution over 20 years ago, but that was nothing compared to today. Now music videos are everywhere, cell phones, computers, even on the flip side of a majority of new CDÃïïs. The mid 80Ãïïs saw the start of putting concerts on video and selling them in stores. These days, it is unheard of not to have a DVD release of either a collection of music videos or a live concert. Even Devo have put out a few. Today we look at a few releases that I enjoy. Some are pretty mainstream. Some are not. Either way, you get to hear some great music from Sting, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, Jamie Cullum, and oh yes, Donny Osmond.

Green Room Radio-Louis Butelli

mail@greenroomradio.com — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 02:31:00 GMT

Today we speak with actor Louis Butelli, from the Aquila Theatre Company's current production of Twelfth Night. The production, currently performed at the Baruch College Performing Arts Center in NYC has been the talk of the town this summer. We speak with Louis about the show, being a classical actor in this day and age of theatre, and how he gets Shakespere's message across to those who always thought that Shakespeare was above them.

Green Room Radio-Jason Robert Brown

mail@greenroomradio.com — Wed, 3 Aug 2005 13:32:00 GMT

On today's show, we are quite honored to be joined by Tony Award winning composer, Jason Robert Brown. Mr. Brown, often called the future of musical theatre, has released his debut solo album, entitled Wearing Someone Else's Clothes. His shows include Songs For A New World, Parade and The Last 5 Years

Green Room Radio-Friends of Erich Bergen

mail@greenroomradio.com — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 18:15:00 GMT

I have many talented friends. And some not so talented friends. Today, I would like to feature the music of some of my most talented singer and songwriter friends. On todays show, Shannon Corey, Brad Simmons, Jim Caruso, Sara Kramer, Liana Stampur, and someone really special!

Green Room Radio-Christine Ebersole

mail@greenroomradio.com — Thu, 14 Jul 2005 22:16:00 GMT

Today we talk to Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole. After an amazing carrer in show business, including a season on Saturday Night Live and an improv with Dustin Hoffman, Christine Ebersole is presenting her cabaret act at Birdland in New York City. We speak to Christine about her crazy carrer, her favorite music and how she juggles broadway, and family...in New Jersey.

Green Room Radio-The World Of Cast Recordings!

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 24 Jun 2005 06:41:00 GMT

First off, check out our brand new website at www.greenroomradio.com. The site was designed by Chris over at pixellex.com. It looks great, go check it out. Moving onÃÂÃÂÂÃÂ. Our newest show is a biggie. For over an hour, get an inside look to the world of Musical Theatre Cast Recordings. What is a cast recording, you ask? A cast recording is a recorded version of some sort of stage play. Be it Broadway, or very very off-Broadway. Be it straight play or mega-musical, the cast recording is a souvenir as well as an art form. It is, however, an art form, that with live theatre itself, is having a much harder time being commercially successful. Be that as it may, there is more than hope. Two wonderful record labels, PS Classics and Ghostlight Records (part of Sh-K-Boom Records) have gone places that no giant music label dare go. Not only are these labels preserving musical theatre scores beautifully, but they are taking the business in a whole new direction. On the show we feature interviews with both Tommy Kraser, and Kurt Deutch, the presidents of PS Classics, and Ghostlight Records, respectively. Also on the show is Michael Portaintiere, from Theatermania.com. They have just published the wonderful Theatermania.com Guide To Musical Theater Recordings. Michael also edited the guide, and he spoke to us about how such a book is put together.

Green Room Radio- Show Business! (the movie)

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 27 May 2005 16:04:00 GMT

Today on Green Room Radio, we talk to broadway producer and film director Dori Berinstein. After over 15 years in the behind the scenes world of theatre, Dori decided to bring her passion to the big screen in the new documentry, Show Business. The documentry profiles the 2003-2004 Broadway season as a whole, while focusing on the shows Wicked, Avenue Q, Taboo, and Caroline Or Change. The film, which recently had a huge premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York, is an amazing study of the unsteady world of mixing art with commercial theatre and makes the best reality entertainment I've ever seen. Talks are underway for a wide release and DVD. We thank Dori for coming on the show, and hope that you enjoy the interview!

Green Room Radio-Will McRobb

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:38:51 GMT

The good old days of Nickelodeon are back! The wonderful TV network Nickelodeon have started to release their classic shows to DVD as part of their "rewind collection." The first show to debut is none other than 'The Adventures Of Pete & Pete," the classic tale of 2 red haired brothers who lived in a world that was totally their own. (That's the best way I know how to describe the show.) The DVD will be released on May 17, 2005, along with the first season of the another classic Nickelodeon show, "Clarissa Explains It All." Today we feature a wonderful interview with one of the creators of the show, Will McRobb. He was totally cool, and you can tell that Will, even 10 years later, still thinks very highly of his creation. Also check out the band Polaris, who provided the theme song for "Pete & Pete." (We play a bit of the song during the interview so you can refresh your memory.) They have an album available entitled "Music From the Adventures Of Pete & Pete." Click on the either the DVD or CD below to purchase!

Green Room Radio-Greil Marcus

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:38:41 GMT

The fantastic music journalist and author Greil Marcus stops by our show, to discuss his new book, "Like A Rolling Stone: Bob Dylan at the Crossroads." This excellent book takes a look at the making and the history of the historic Bob Dylan song, "Like A Rolling Stone," and as you can tell from the interview, Greil knows what he is talking about! This is also the launch of our book show, "Read Em & Weep." We hope you enjoy it!

Green Room Radio-Shane Carruth (Primer), Gypsy, The Incredibles

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:38:26 GMT

Well here it is folks, the premiere of our new show, Digital Get Down. This is Green Room Radio's look into the world of DVD's. At least twice a month, there will be a plethora of interviews and reviews to check out, so make sure you stay tuned. For our first episode, we take a look at 3 titles. The Incredibles, recently released by the folks at Disney and Pixar Animation Studios, Gypsy, the rereleased version of the 1993 TV version of the Broadway show starring Bette Midler, and Primer, which recently won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. Also on the show is Shane Carruth, the writer, director, and star of Primer. We have a great chat with Shane about the making of Primer, and what's next for this talented and more than promising new name. We hope you enjoy the new show, and make sure to check for our next episode!

Green Room Radio-Kaitlin Hopkins

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:38:10 GMT

We caught up with the hilarious and super-talented performer, Kaitlin Hopkins, after a recent performance of Disney's On The Record, which she is starring in on tour around the country. Kaitlin, most known for her performance as Meredith in the hilarious off-broadway musical, Bat Boy, talks with us about her work on that show and the rest of her work as an actress on stage and on screen. In "On The Record" Kaitlin, along with 7 other cast members, sing the extra-large Disney Songbook, and she tells us how much those songs mean to her. She also talks frankly about her work on Bare, The Musical, which she recently starred in off broadway, and the pain it caused her when the show cancelled it's planned commercial off-Broadway run. She is such a joy, and make sure to listen for some audio clips of her work in Bat Boy, Bare and On The Record, whose beautiful 2-disc cast recording was recently released. Click on Kailin's picture, which will take you to her website for more information.

Green Room Radio-Toxic Audio

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:37:53 GMT

On this weeks show, we are proud to feature Toxic Audio. No, don't be afraid, your sound system wonÃÂÃÂÂÃÂÂt get a disease. Toxic Audio is a multi-award winning, wonderfully funky acapella group, that is so much more than your usual acapella group. Since the mid-90's these 5 folks have been making noises from Disneyworld to Broadway, with a couple of Bar Mitzvahs in between. After 3 self-produced critically acclaimed albums, the wonderful DRG Records has released their first major label release, Word Of Mouth Putting their spin on everything from The Wizard of Oz to Michael Jackson. Founding group member, (Do we call them "Toxins"?) RenÃïÃÂ Ruiz chats it up with Erich on this weekÃÂÃÂÂÃÂÂs episode of On The Line.

Green Room Radio-Jim Caruso

mail@greenroomradio.com — Fri, 13 May 2005 14:37:38 GMT

Jim Caruso, host of Cast Party (www.castpartynyc.com), and Erich have a hilarious chat in this week's episode. If for nothing else, listen in to hear first hand Jim Caruso break Erich's spirit and his ego. It is quite a treat if I say so myself. Jim has an album available on amazon.com, we highly recommend you check it out if you can. If you want a preview, Erich plays a few of his tracks in the interview.