The BSB Podcast

In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts RJ Miller-Zelinko and Brian Kitson dive into the story to see what about this musical stands the test of time and what could use a serious upgrade. While the North American touring production of Kinky Boots is largely intact, some liberties have been taken to bring it into the new decade! Overall, does the story still work in the world we currently live in? Which aspects and characters resonated the most with our hosts? Check out this episode to find out!
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In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts RJ Miller-Zelinko and Brian Kitson are once again joined by fellow theater lover, Emily Brown, to continue their conversation about the North American Touring Production of The Outsiders! With music from Jamestown Revival that captures the vibes of Tulsa, 1967, do these songs work well with the story presented? What did they add to the overall feel of the show? Paired with the stage design and the craft that brings The Outsiders to life, does everything work in unison? Does everything add up to exceeding our great expectations for this Tony Award-winning musical? Find out how our hosts and their guest rank the songs of The Outsiders and which aspects of the stagecraft really stood out to them! Discover their final ranking of the show and if they'd catch The Outsiders the next time it rolls into town! 
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In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko are joined by fellow theater lover and honoree Box Seat Babe, Emily Brown! While the two hosts might have seen The Outsiders previously, Brown entered the show with a basic knowledge of what to expect from the Tony Award-winning musical! Having read the book in high school, how did the story transfer to the stage? Comparatively, were there any changes our hosts noticed compared to when they saw it on Broadway? Which characters and performances really spoke to our hosts and their guest? And what about the plot really stood out to them, and why was it SodaPop? You'll have to give this exciting episode a listen to find out those answers and more!
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Whether he’s stepping onto the stage or taking on a new creative challenge, Ryan James Monroe brings an infectious energy and an unmistakable enthusiasm to his work. His connection to the legendary 54 Below adds another exciting chapter to his journey, giving him the opportunity to perform in one of New York City’s most celebrated spaces for musical theater and cabaret. It’s a setting where big personalities, incredible talent, and a genuine love of performance come together, and Monroe fits right in. We recently caught up with Ryan James Monroe to discuss his career, his upcoming performance at 54 Below, the joys and challenges of performing, and what he hopes to tackle next. Along the way, he offered plenty of insight, enthusiasm, and a few stories that give us a closer look at the person behind the performer.
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In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Emmy-nominated Christopher Gomez discusses what he hoped to achieve sonically in season 2 of Beef. While it is connected in theme, Beef season two is vastly different from the first outing, with a story that needed its own identity. So where do you begin with a story such as this one? Gomez talks about the collaborative approach that the season began with, and how the use of sound, or should we say silence, plays such an important role in delivering the message at hand. You can feel the love and care that Gomez put into his project throughout this interview, which makes the Emmy nomination even sweeter for the sound editor!
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In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Luke Gibleon from Formosa Group talks about what it's like to bring a show such as Avatar: The Last Airbender to live action and how the animated show serves as the blueprint for much of the work he and his team do. Discover how each element came to have its own distinct sound, and how the journey of individual characters shapes the sonic imprint of those elements. Which scenes or sounds proved the most difficult to develop across both season one and two? Are there moments where the sonic identity changed the visuals or dictated the direction of a scene? All those questions are answered in this exciting interview!
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We here at BSB Insider are beyond excited for the upcoming 2026-2027 Broadway in Detroit series from ATG Detroit! With a season that's promising glitz and glam, there's so much to appreciate about the six incredible shows coming as part of the main season, and even more to love about the bonus shows arriving in the 313! To share in that excitement, we're joined by ATG Detroit's Amber Rasho, who helps break down all the exciting musicals and plays coming to both The Fisher Theatre and The Detroit Opera House! Which shows are you most excited for? Let us know!
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In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Riley Chu talks about her history with Stagecrafters youth theater and what it's like to step off the stage and behind the scenes! What was her vision for The Wizard of Oz, and how did she and the other directors execute that vision? What pieces of the story did they really want to highlight? What stands out about this story to her? Check out this interview to find out!
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In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Ricky Rojas discusses what it's like to continue returning to Moulin Rouge and how his journey with Santiago has changed since its inception. While using the film as a blueprint, Rojas chats about where he pulls inspiration from to bring Santiago to life on stage. What is it about this character that perhaps general audiences don't know? And if Santiago were living in today's world, what does he think would be his anthem? The possibilities are endless when you're talking about a jukebox musical, and everything is on the table when Ricky Rojas is joining us!
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I couldn't imagine making my Broadway debut at any point in my life, but there's something extra special and nerve-wracking to do so while still in high school. However, today's guest has made it look so easy with a professionalism that speaks to her incredible talent. Lillian Tang took East Lansing by storm with her performance from her high school production of Hello Girls, which won her the Sutton Foster Awards and made her a finalist at the 2026 Jimmy Awards. We had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Lillian Tang about what this experience was like and where she wants to go with her love for the arts!
In this exclusive BSB Insider interview, Lillian Tang talks about her personal journey into the arts and what it was like competing in both the Sutton Foster Awards and The Jimmy Awards! With the help of her biggest supporter, her mother, Tang has become quite the triple threat, which helped her secure a win at The Sutton Foster Awards! Tang discusses the SFA process and what it was like to advance to finalist status at The Jimmy's in NYC. What was it like to learn from some of the leading minds on Broadway? How exciting was it to make her Broadway debut? Check out this exciting interview to find out all these answers and more!
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