The Voracious Student

Celebratory Re-Release: Remembering Joseph Siravo: A Tribute

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 03:00:00 -0400

Joseph Siravo was born on March 11 and on the day of his birth, we celebrate his life with a re-release of our tribute to him. Thirty people from Joe’s life joined forces for this special episode, originally recorded in 2021. They share their memories of Joe, talk about the influence he had on their lives and, collectively, they tell his story.

A magnificent actor best known for his work in The Sopranos, Carlito's Way and American Crime Story: The People vs. O. J. Simpson, Joe was also a gifted teacher, proud father and incredible friend. This episode was a highlight of The Voracious Student podcast and we are proud to re-release it on Joe's birthday in celebration of his extraordinary life.

With Special Guests:

Julia Barrett-Mitchell
Ray Brahmi
Karl Bury
Paul Calderón
Gregory Connors
Bryan Fenkart
John Gardiner
Kelvin Garvanne
Maury Ginsberg
Jonathan Hadley
Jessica Blair Herman
Buck Hujabre
Daniel Jenkins
Terry Knickerbocker
Aaron Lazar
Bruce MacVittie
Elizabeth Masucci
Brian Patrick Murphy
Kelli O'Hara
Allegra Okarmus
Cambra Overend
Heather Parcells
Garry Pastore
Rachel Pickup
Michael Raynor
Laila Robins
J.T. Rogers
Fay Simpson
John Douglas Thompson
Barbara Walsh

Kwamé Ryan - Playing the Orchestra

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Conductor Kwamé Ryan is the final guest for Season 2 of the podcast. Mr. Ryan's international career includes holding the position of General Musical Director of Freiburg Opera, Musical and Artistic Director of the National Orchestra of Bordeaux and Musical Director of the National Youth Orchestra of France. As a guest conductor, he has worked with the Paris Opera, Belgian National Opera, English National Opera and many more. In 2011, he was inducted as an officer in the Order of Arts and Letters, one of France's highest honors. Kwamé and Denis discuss education, language, interpretation, serving the composer and the personal nature of his most recent project, The Time of Our Singing. His musical journey is a unique and inspiring one. We'll be back in 2022 with Season 3!

Kwamé Ryan:
Website: www.kwameryan.com
Podcast: 8 Minute Idea

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Instagram: @denis_e_lambert

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Kimberly Vaughn - Releasing Perfectionism

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 01:00:00 -0400

Kimberly Vaughn is a performance coach, teacher, actress, producer, director and dramaturg. One of the things she focuses on at the Kimberly Vaughn Performance Studio is releasing her students’ need to be perfect and "get it right the first time” so that they can be improvisational beings and bring their own unique humanity to the stories they tell. This episode is centered on that idea. Kimberly and Denis also discuss the challenges of the audition waiting room, why she tells her students "your voice is not for sale" and why she finds her job so endlessly rewarding.

Kimberly Vaughn
Website: www.kimberlyvaughnperformancestudio.com

Denis:
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Instagram: @denis_e_lambert

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Photo: Jeffrey Hornstein

Will Burrard-Lucas - On Wildlife Photography

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Will Burrard-Lucas is a prolific British wildlife photographer. He is known for developing innovative devices such as the BeetleCam and camera traps. Some of his projects include The Black Leopard, Land of Giants, Ethiopian Wolf and Year in Zambia. Will discusses safety, conservation, commitment, his relationship to Africa, the different purposes of photography and how he found his passion. Denis' conversation with Will inspires him to think about depth of experience versus breadth of experience.

Will Burrard-Lucas:
Website: www.willbl.com
Instagram: @willbl

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Photo: Will Burrard-Lucas

Darian Sanders - Speaking Life Into

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:00:00 -0400

Darian Sanders is about to step into the role of Simba in the National Tour of The Lion King, make his New York debut in Songs for a New World at New City Music Theatre on August 26 and he starts work next week on recording his first album. Denis sits down with his friend to discuss his inspiring and unconventional path to being a busy professional performer. Darian started late in life and never expected to be on a musical stage. Darian talks about how having a strong purpose in life guides him and teaches Denis the phrase "speaking life into" and its origin.

Darian Sanders:
Website: www.dariansanders.com
Instagram: @_dariansanders_
Twitter: @_DarianSanders_

New City Music Theatre:
Website: www.newcitymusictheatre.org

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Remembering Joseph Siravo - A Special Tribute

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Joseph Siravo was a magnificent actor who passed on earlier this year. Best known for his work in The Sopranos, Carlito's Way, American Crime Story: The People vs. O. J. Simpson and the original Broadway productions of Oslo and The Light in the Piazza, Joe was also a profoundly gifted teacher and an extraordinary human being. Thirty people from Joe’s life contributed to this special tribute episode. They share their memories of Joe, talk about the influence he had on their lives and, collectively, they tell his story.

With:

Julia Barrett-Mitchell (Gabriel’s Inferno)
Ray Brahmi (365 Days/365 Plays)
Karl Bury (The Karl Bury Studio)
Paul Calderón (Pulp Fiction)
Gregory Connors (Coriolanus)
Bryan Fenkart (Waitress)
John Gardiner (A Bronx Tale)
Kelvin Garvanne (Emmy winner)
Maury Ginsberg (Jessica Jones)
Jonathan Hadley (Jersey Boys)
Jessica Blair Herman (American Crime Story: The People vs. O. J. Simpson)
Buck Hujabre (Jersey Boys)
Daniel Jenkins (Tony nominee, Big River)
Terry Knickerbocker (Terry Knickerbocker Studio)
Aaron Lazar (Drama Desk nominee, A Little Night Music)
Bruce MacVittie (When They See Us)
Elizabeth Masucci (Shame)
Brian Patrick Murphy (The Engagement Party)
Kelli O'Hara (Tony winner, The King and I)
Allegra Okarmus (Joseph Siravo’s daughter)
Cambra Overend (Oslo)
Heather Parcells (A Chorus Line)
Garry Pastore (The Sopranos)
Rachel Pickup (The Merchant of Venice)
Michael Raynor (ER)
Laila Robins (The Blacklist)
J.T. Rogers (Tony winner, Oslo)
Fay Simpson (Founder, The Lucid Body)
John Douglas Thompson (Tony nominee, Mare of Easttown)
Barbara Walsh (Tony nominee, Falsettos)

Martine Kei Green-Rogers - On Dramaturgy

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Martine Kei Green-Rogers is a freelance dramaturg, theatre educator and author. Her credits include the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Goodman Theatre, Kennedy Center and Court Theatre. She is the Past President of the Literary Managers and Dramturgs of the Americas and is currently the Interim Dean of the Division of Liberal Arts at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Martine obtained her Ph.D. from the Department of Theatre and Drama at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Denis chats with Martine all about dramaturgy, including her work on Shakespeare, August Wilson and new plays. Tune in to hear why Martine believes dramaturgical skills are life skills and why she tells her students it is irrelevant if they "like" a play.

Martine Kei Green-Rogers:
Website: www.martinekeigreenrogers.com
Twitter: @martinekei
Instagram: @martinekei

Playwrights' Center:
Website: www.pwcenter.org

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Stephanie Pope - Fosse and Longevity

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Stephanie Pope's career as a performer is over 35 years long and includes over 10 Broadway shows. Stephanie worked directly with Bob Fosse on Sweet Charity and Big Deal, in addition to performing his material in many shows after his passing. She now teaches Fosse rep for The Verdon Fosse Legacy as one of their legacy teachers. Stephanie talks about the significance of Fosse's work in her life and why it's important to her to protect its integrity as she passes it on to the next generation. She also discusses longevity in show business through her journey with yoga, her willingness to move from ensemble to principal roles and back, taking a break from performing when she needed it and her current focus on producing.

Stephanie Pope:
Website: www.stephaniepope.com
The Verdon Fosse Legacy: www.verdonfosse.com

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David W. Connolly - Kindness and Inclusion

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

David W. Connolly is a Canadian director and educator and the Associate Artistic Director of Drayton Entertainment, where he has helmed over 30 productions. He also happens to be a double below-knee amputee. As an advocate deeply committed to disability inclusion in the arts, David shares his thoughts about the true goal for disabled representation and what he believes needs to happen in order for positive change to occur. David and Denis also discuss the healing nature of musical theatre, why kindness is so important to him and why different generations need each other to move forward.

David W. Connolly:
Website: www.davidwconnolly.com
Instagram: @davidwconnolly
Photo: David Leyes

BroadwayCon 2021 Panel -
"Ready, Willing, and Very Abled: Inclusion through as Disability Lens"
Watch on YouTube here

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k. Jenny Jones - Intimacy and Consent

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

k. Jenny Jones is a fight master, fight director, actress and a professor of acting at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). She also served as Board President for the ground breaking organization Intimacy Directors International (IDI) and is a passionate advocate for consent culture. In this episode, she discusses intimacy, the relatively new position of the intimacy director and coordinator, its connection to the #metoo movement and how this work improves so many aspects of the rehearsal process. Denis and k. Jenny also discuss the difference between safety and comfort, the director/actor relationship, setting boundaries and negotiating power and time in rehearsal rooms.

Please note: We are switching to a bi-weekly format! Our next episode will be out on Thursday June 24 and then every second Thursday after that. Thanks for listening!

k. Jenny Jones
www.safd.org/MemberProfile/Details/31265
Photo: Tom Korbee

Intimacy Directors and Coordinators:
Website: www.idcprofessionals.com

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Devin Shacket - Being Willing

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Devin Shacket is an on-camera acting coach, actress and casting professional. Devin talks about auditioning for TV and Film, what she focuses on in her on-camera classes and how her experience in casting has influenced her approach as a teacher. Devin shares how and why she created the New York Drama Center and gives insight into the work of some of the acclaimed faculty at the Center, including Jim Calder and Olympia Dukakis. Devin and Denis also debate the term "master teacher", discuss the pros and cons of grad school for actors and have an unexpected conversation about what it means to be truthful.

Devin Shacket:
Website: www.devinshacketoncamera.com
Instagram: @devkara
The New York Drama Center: www.thenewyorkdramacenter.com
Photo: Todd Estrin

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Enrique Martínez Celaya - Authenticity and Art

Thu, 27 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Enrique Martínez Celaya is an artist, author and former scientist whose work has been exhibited and collected by major institutions worldwide. His work is held in over 50 public collections internationally, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art. His book On Art and Mindfulness, based on workshops he taught at the Anderson Ranch Arts Center, moved Denis greatly. This episode explores many ideas in the book including the importance and challenge of solitude, why our opinions are trapped in our time, how experience does not equal excellence, "summary words" and why nothing in life is neutral.

Enrique Martínez Celaya:
Website: www.martinezcelaya.com
Instagram: @studioenriquemartinezcelaya
Photo: Christopher Michel

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Aneesh Sheth - Visibility Matters

Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Aneesh Sheth, a singer, actress and activist in New York, speaks about visibility and what it means to her. Aneesh and Denis also discuss her journey with Shakespeare, her background in classical music, representation in the theater industry, finding your own path and the significance of some of her career highlights including playing Gillian in the third season of Jessica Jones and Carly in Southern Comfort at the Public Theatre.

Aneesh Sheth:
Website: www.aneeshsheth.com
Instagram: @aneeshtheactress
Twitter: @aneeshshethacts

Denis:
Website: denislambertonline.com
Instagram: @denis_e_lambert

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Karl Bury - Coaching Actors

Thu, 13 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Karl Bury is a New York based actor and the founder of the Karl Bury Studio. Denis sits down with his longtime scene study teacher to ask him about some of the ideas he returns to often in class. They chat about why Karl encourages his students to stay with one role for a long time, what the purpose of his class warm up is, how resistance interferes with progress and why he doesn't pretend to have all the answers.

Karl Bury:
TKBS: www.thekarlburystudio.com
IMDB
Photo: Hannah Thomson

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Nathaniel J. Hall - Smashing Through Stigma

Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Nathaniel J. Hall (It's a Sin) is an award-winning theatre-maker, performer, writer and activist based in Manchester. Nathaniel talks about putting his own life onstage in his play First Time and how it helped him confront stigma and shame both in his own life and the lives of people in his audiences. Nathaniel and Denis discuss the unique power of autobiographical storytelling as well as its unique challenges. They also chat about the miniseries It's a Sin and the huge contribution it has made to the conversation about HIV in the UK.

Nathaniel J. Hall:
Website: www.nathanieljhall.co.uk
Twitter: @NathanielJHall
Instagram: @nathanieljhall
Dibby Theatre: www.dibbytheatre.org
Photo: Anton Meller

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Kimberly Marable - Forging a Path

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Kimberly Marable, a Hadestown original cast member and one of the co-founders of Broadway Serves, talks about forging a path for herself in the industry. Kimberly tells a story from her time in The Lion King and Denis and her unpack the lessons behind it. Kimberly also talks about how being of service brings her joy and about why it's important to learn how to advocate for yourself and to develop a strong business sense.

Kimberly Marable:
Instagram: @misskimizzo
Twitter: @misskimizzo
Facebook: /MissKimberlyMarable
Broadway Serves: www.broadwayserves.org
Photo: Ambe J. Photography

Denis:
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Derek McLane - On Design

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Emmy and Tony Award winning set designer Derek McLane (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, A Soldier's Play) chats with Denis about his design process. Derek reveals a memorable obstacle in his career and breaks down several of his sets in detail. He talks about how he learned to never settle and why he believes a lot of set design is the study of character.

Derek McLane:
Website: www.derekmclane.com
Instagram: @derekmclane
Twitter: @derekmclane
Photo: Monique Carboni

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Amy Jo Jackson - On Cabaret

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Amy Jo Jackson, the recipient of the 2019 Denovan Fellowship in Cabaret, is a popular and brilliant cabaret performer who has performed at every major cabaret venue in New York City. Amy Jo breaks down the process behind some of the shows they have created, talks about what makes cabaret work for them and has a fun discussion with Denis about a sometimes misunderstood art form that they both adore.

Amy Jo Jackson:
Website: www.amyjojackson.com
Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/AmyJoJackson
Instagram: @amyjojackson
Patreon: www.patreon.com/amyjojackson/posts
Podcast: And Almost Starring
Eschaton tickets are here
Photo: Austin Ruffer

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Callie Holley - Being Yourself

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Callie Holley is a junior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts and one of the subjects of the Netflix documentary Giving Voice, which follows high school students competing in the annual August Wilson Monologue Competition. Callie and Denis discuss what August Wilson's work means to her, her passion for producing, where she wants to be in 5 and 20 years and why the competition helped give her the courage to be herself.

Callie Holley:
Instagram: @callieholley
Twitter: @callieholley
Facebook: /callieholley
Photo: Calvin Pennick

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Jessica Wu - Creating Change

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Jessica Wu is a New York City based writer, director and songwriter whose works include "You, Me, I, We" and the upcoming "Poupelle of Chimney Town". Denis talks to Jessica about how she made the transition from being an accomplished Broadway performer to being a full time creator of new work. Jessica shares why she feels motivated to write and reveals why young people give her hope that the arts industry might actually change in the ways it needs to.

Jessica Wu:
Website: www.jessica-wu.com
Instagram: @woohooju
Facebook: /woohooju
Jeffrey Omura City for City Council: www.jeffreyomura.com
Photo: Mari Uchida

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Jessica Wolf - Doing Less

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Jessica Wolf is an internationally recognized teacher of the Alexander Technique, a professor at Yale School of Drama and the founder of the first postgraduate training program for Alexander teachers in "The Art of Breathing". Jessica explains why the Alexander Technique can be so transformative and breaks down the biggest misconceptions about breathing that she teaches. Denis tells Jessica how his work with her opened up new possibilities for him and they both discuss the importance of slowing down and taking their time as teachers.

Jessica Wolf:
Website: jessicawolfartofbreathing.com
Photo: Laura Rose

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Bradley Dean - Being a Singer

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

Bradley Dean has appeared in 12 Broadway shows and most recently in The Phantom of the Opera as Monsieur Andre. Bradley talks about his passion for vocal technique and his career as an actor and a singer. He shares what some of his biggest challenges have been so far, discusses the ups and downs of show business and tells a story that proves why you should never tell a child "you sing too loud". Bradley also breaks down his unique approach to teaching singers and reveals why teaching is as rewarding for him as being a performer.

Bradley Dean:
Website: www.bradleydean.net
Facebook: /thebroadwaydean
Instagram: @thebroadwaydean
Photo: Emilio Madrid

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Finis Jhung - Guiding Dancers

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Finis Jhung is a ballet teaching legend . He has taught many of the world's greatest dancers over his 49 year teaching career. At 83 years old, he still teaches multiple times a week online, now focusing his energy on adult beginners. Finis chats with Denis about his teaching and gives his honest thoughts about the current state of dance and dance training. Finis also shares some stories from his incredible career which includes dancing in the original Broadway production of Flower Drum Song, his time with the San Francisco Ballet, his celebrated teaching videos and his experience training the young actors who played Billy in Billy Elliot the Musical.

Finis Jhung:
Website: finisjhung.com
Youtube: /FinisJhungballet
Instagram: @fjballet
Photo: Stephen von der Launitz

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Aimee Carrero - Success and Failure

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Actress Aimee Carrero (She-Ra, Elena of Avalor) opens up about her relationship to both success and failure. What is success to Aimee? Which of her successes is she most proud of? What big Hollywood movies were her "near misses"? What happened when an Off-Broadway play she was in didn't succeed like she hoped it would? Aimee candidly answers all of these questions and more in this week's episode.

Aimee Carerro:
Instagram: @aimeecarrero
Twitter: @aimeecarrero
Photo: Jared Kocka

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Karine Plantadit - Yoga for Artists

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Karine Plantadit, a Tony Award nominee, dancer, actress, choreographer, yoga teacher and life coach is this week's guest. Karine and Denis discuss the many ways yoga can benefit performers. Karine talks about pushing her body so far as a dancer that it stopped working for her and shares how discovering yoga allowed her to build a new foundation and open a new door. Karine also explains why we need to "invite our fear to dinner" and tells the hilarious and inspiring story of her audition for Movin' Out on Broadway.

Karine Plantadit:
Website: karineplantadit.com
Instagram: @karineplantadit
Photo: Jacqueline Zillberberg

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Addison Frei - On Jazz

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Addison Frei is a jazz pianist, composer and producer that has garnered acclaim far beyond his years. He co-leads AMP Trio, is a Yamaha artist and recently completed his artist diploma at the Juilliard School. Denis asks Addison many questions about jazz, tries to draw connections to other disciplines and gets insight into a musical brain and soul that he greatly admires.

Addison Frei:
Website: addisonfrei.com
Instagram: @addisonfrei
AMP Trio's newest album: amptrio.bandcamp.com/album/go-naivehttps://amptrio.bandcamp.com/album/go-naive
Photo: Rob Davidson

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Edwin Bodney - Slam Poetry and Writing

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Edwin Bodney is a slam poet, author, teacher and a former host of Da Poetry Lounge in Los Angeles. Edwin chats with Denis about writing, having a passion for language and their first experience with poetry in school. Edwin also shares some of their favorite affirmations, talks about the role vulnerability plays in their work and lets us in on some of the magic that happens at Da Poetry Lounge.

Edwin Bodney:
Instagram: @mx.ocean
Twitter: @edwinbodney
Photo: Da Poetry Lounge

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Monica McCarthy - Philosophy for Actors

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Monica McCarthy is the creator of The Happier Hour podcast which aims to make philosophy useful and fun for everyone. She is also an actress, filmmaker, writer and acting coach. What does philosophy mean to Monica? Do actors need philosophy? Are you studying philosophy when you study plays? Why do actors act? Monica and Denis ask these questions and more in an episode that seeks to find some easily digestible truth and wisdom.

Monica McCarthy:
Website: monicamccarthy.net
Twitter: @MissMMCarthy
Instagram: @missmmccarthy
Photo: J. Demetrie

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Phillipa Soo - Finding Balance

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Phillipa Soo, a Tony Award nominee for creating the role of Eliza Hamilton in Hamilton and the voice of Chang'e in the new animated film Over the Moon, chats with Denis about creativity, health and finding balance. She shares her thoughts on listening, how she manages both the highs and lulls in a cyclical career, failure as a learning tool and more.

Phillipa Soo:
Twitter: @Phillipasoo
Instagram: @phillipasoo
Photo: JJ Geiger

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Lucia Lucas - Singing Opera

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

Lucia Lucas is an operatic baritone based in Germany. She was the first trans singer to sing a principal role on a US stage when she played the title role in Don Giovanni at Tulsa Opera. Her experience in that production is the subject of a new documentary called "The Sound of Identity". Lucia talks about with Denis about opera, her training, her work ethic and her unique path to becoming a professional singer.

Lucia Lucas:
Website: lucialucas.de
Instagram: @lucialucas.de
"The Sound of Identity" Documentary: thesoundofidentity.com
Photo: Josh New

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Heriberto Montalban - Teaching Movement

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Heriberto Montalban is a teacher and movement director specialising in Lecoq-based physical theatre who currently teaches across the acting courses at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). In the final episode of season one, Heriberto talks to Denis about his love of teaching, his unique approach to teaching, his favorite exercises, why he doesn't always answer questions in class and why he thinks of himself as the "eternal student".

Heriberto Montalban:
Website: movementlab.co.uk

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Jamibeth Margolis - Casting and the Yiddish Theatre

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Jamibeth Margolis, Casting Director and General Manager at the National Yiddish Theatre, talks to Denis about the theatre and its history. She discusses the process of casting actors who didn't speak Yiddish in Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish and why Joel Grey and Steven Skybell were so amazing to work with. With 20 years of casting experience, Jamibeth also talks about the casting process, what she expects and doesn't expect from actors and includes a story about why actors should always look at the "who's in the room" sheet at auditions.

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E. Faye Butler - On Fannie Lou Hamer

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Actress E. Faye Butler recently played voting and women’s rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer in Cheryl L. West’s play Fannie Lou Hamer, Speak On It!. She shares some of her favorite quotes from Hamer’s speeches and talks about what doing the play taught her. E. Faye and Denis also chat about how Hamer's words are so relevant to this moment in history, COVID's impact on theatre, E. Faye’s love of the ID Channel and how she handles actor meltdowns in rehearsals.

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Paul Alexander Nolan - Staying Grounded

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Paul Alexander Nolan, star of Slave Play, Bright Star, Once and four other Broadway shows, talks about growing up in Saskatchewan, Canada and how working in Canada and the US is different. Paul and Denis also discuss meditation, why he is drawn to the abstract, why he limits his time on social media, how Brent Carver inspired him and his recent run as Jim in Slave Play.

Paul Alexander Nolan:
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Instagram: @paulalexandernolan

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Fay Simpson - Facing Our Shadow

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Fay Simpson talks about the Lucid Body, a unique physical training method she created for actors and teaches around the world. Fay and Denis dissect "the shadow exercise" she teaches in the Lucid Body classes. They also talk about the various ways we as a country are currently facing our own shadow, including a discussion about the #MeToo movement.

Fay Simpson/The Lucid Body:
Website: lucidbody.com
"The Lucid Body: A Guide for the Physical Actor" Book: Amazon
Instagram: @lucidbodyfay

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Joey Contreras - On Songwriting

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500

Joey Contreras, a musical theatre and pop songwriter, talks about his writing process and collaborations. He shares where he finds inspiration and discusses his time at the NYU Graduate Musical Theatre writing program. Joey and Denis also discuss the art of teaching and what the pandemic has taught them both about themselves.

Joey Contreras:
Website: joeycontreras.com
Youtube: /JoeyContrerasMusic
Instagram: @joeycontreras

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Christina DeCicco - On Motherhood

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Broadway actress Christina DeCicco (Evita, Wicked, Spiderman) talks about her first year of motherhood. She shares what being a mother has taught her and talks about balancing her family and career. Christina and Denis explore motherhood in some of the roles she has played onstage and ponder the messages in some popular books for children.

Christina DeCicco:
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Instagram: @decheeks

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Mike Mosallam - Narratives and Identity

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Mike Mosallam, director, producer, writer and head of Mike Mosallam Productions, speaks about identities in the stories he tells on screen. Mike talks about how his film Breaking Fast came to be and why All-American Muslim, his show for TLC, was a personal and important project for him. Mike and Denis also discuss teaching, writing, simplicity and debate the meaning of the word "professional".

Mike Mosallam:
Website: www.watchmmp.com
IMDB: Mike Mosallam

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Diana Basmajian - RBG and Creativity

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Diana Basmajian, a producer, director, coach and artist in New York, tells Denis why Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg means so much to her. They discuss the RBG crochet dolls that Diana has been making for over two years to raise money for charities that support women. Diana also talks about directing, coaching actors, the power of community and why painting makes her happy.

Diana Basmajian:
Website: www.dianabasma.com

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Robert Price - Working With Actors

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Robert Price has taught and directed at many of London's leading drama schools including RADA and LAMDA. Robert and Denis discuss his love of teaching and why he finds change profoundly hopeful. Robert also speaks about the recent administrative changes at LAMDA, the complicated nature of drama schools and how Qigong has influenced his life and work.

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Krysta Rodriguez - Navigating A Career

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Stage and screen star Krysta Rodriguez talks about playing Liza Minnelli in the upcoming Ryan Murphy miniseries Halston and how she has used her time in quarantine to reflect on her career and pursue her passion for interior design. Krysta speaks about her time at NYU, teaching, working on television and what she learned from Susan Egan. Krysta and Denis also discuss the wisdom in A Chorus Line and why the Hollywood Bowl production of the show was one of the best experiences in both of their lives.

Krysta Rodriguez:
Instagram: @krysta_rod
Twitter: @KRYSTAR0DRIGUEZ

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Adam Laird - Choosing Music and Joy

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Adam Laird, who was recently Associate Musical Director on Broadway's Beetlejuice, shares how he made the transition from actor to musical director/vocal coach by following his joy and allowing the people around him to be his school. Adam and Denis debate if confidence can be taught, discuss the nature of practice and Adam shares what his years on the road with Wicked, Les Miserables and The Book of Mormon taught him.

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Erin Clemons - The Power of Yourself

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Hamilton’s Erin Clemons speaks about the power of being true to yourself and why it's important to be of service. She discusses vocal health and how she sang the role of Eliza Hamilton eight times a week. Erin and Denis also talk about her time at Music Theatre of Wichita, what they both learned from Jen Waldman and why it can be so tempting to avoid feeling joy.

Erin Clemons:
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Instagram: @erineclemons

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2020 CCM Graduates - Graduating Through COVID

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Four members of the 2020 class in musical theatre from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) talk to Denis about their interrupted senior year and showcasing online during COVID. Kurtis Bradley Brown, Madison Deadman, Bailee Endebrock and Sam Pickart discuss what the silver lining of their experience has been, talk about comparison and share what they are most passionate about right now.

Kurtis, Madison, Bailee and Sam are inviting listeners of this episode to help fight systemic racism by donating to an organization they have each chosen. Click the links below to learn more about them and donate!

Kurtis: ACLU - Donate here

Madison: National Black Disability Coalition - Donate here

Bailee: Loveland Foundation - Donate here

Sam: Black Trans Advocay Coalition - Donate here

Kurtis Bradley Brown:
Website: www.kurtisbradleybrown.com
Instagram: @kurtisbradleybrown

Madison Deadman:
Website: www.madisondeadman.com
Instagram: @mjdeadman

Bailee Endebrock:
Website: www.baileeendebrock.com
Instagram: @bailee_endebrock

Sam Pickart:
Website: www.sampickart.com
Instagram: @sampickart

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Jonathan Hammond - The Age of the Healer

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Jonathan Hammond, a teacher, energy healer, shamanic practitioner, spiritual counselor and former actor talks about his new book The Shaman’s Mind: Huna Wisdom to Change Your Life. Jonathan and Denis dive into seven shamanic principles for living successfully and discuss how they can help anyone who applies them. Jonathan also shares why he believes artists are healers and why this tumultuous time in the world is "the age of the healer".

Jonathan Hammond:
Website: www.jonathanhammond.com
Instagram: @jonathan_hammond_author

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Ladi Emeruwa - Meisner and Hamlet

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Ladi Emeruwa speaks about playing the role of Hamlet in 188 countries as part of Shakespeare's Globe's two-year tour of the play that went all over the world. He talks about how a Meisner course and a meditation retreat he did both profoundly changed his life. Ladi and Denis discuss their individual training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and chat about a master class Ladi taught while Denis was a student there.

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Zakiya Young - The Teachable Spirit

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Zakiya Young, a Los Angeles-based actress and VO artist, talks about why she has felt called to speak about race and how having a teachable spirit is essential to dismantling racism. Zakiya tells Denis why being in Ayad Akhtar's Disgraced was a pivotal experience in her growth, speaks about microaggressions and interracial relationships and shares what it was like being the first and only black actress to play Lois Lane in Superman and Betty Haynes in White Christmas.

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Twitter: @zakiyayoung

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Zoe Mann - Clowning and Identity

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Zoe Mann, a recent graduate of the Yale School of Drama, speaks about her training at Yale, finding her clown and a shamanic experience she had while working on Shakespeare. Zoe and Denis discuss shame, the imposter syndrome, owning up to your privilege and the importance of including the audience when acting onstage.

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James Harkness - One Artist, Many Hats

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

James Harkness, star of Broadway's Ain't Too Proud, talks about his extraordinary journey with the show, how the events in the show parallel events in today’s world and what he learned from playing Paul Williams. He also talks about his favorite teachers, his advice for auditioning actors and why wearing so many hats in show business has made his life a rich one.

James:
Instagram: @ijamesharkness
Twitter: @ijamesharkness

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Johann George - Listening to your own Voice

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Actor and coach Johann George shares how he created a new free program for young women of color that teaches them to listen to their own voice first. Johann and Denis discuss the power of saying no, how to back up your values with action and why he believes in transparency as an anti-racist principle. He describes his transformative experience at the School at Steppenwolf and how his love of math makes him a better artist.

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www.johann-george.com
@johannmgeorge

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Leigh Zimmerman - Examining Age Diversity

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Olivier Award winner Leigh Zimmerman speaks on age diversity and the ways that it affected every step of her six-year journey playing Sheila in A Chorus Line. Leigh and Denis discuss the importance of education and the differences between Broadway and the West End. She shares insight into her performances in Chicago, Contact and The Producers, reveals the two most important teachers in her life and a very important lesson she learned from Bernadette Peters.

Leigh Zimmerman:
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Jaygee Macapugay - Amplifying Your Stories

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

New York actress Jaygee Macapugay shares her recent experience being in the new musical Soft Power, a Pulitzer Prize finalist at the Public Theatre, and why telling Asian-American stories is important to her. Jaygee and Denis chat about navigating a career in the theatre, what she learned from the kids on Broadway in School of Rock and how Alexander Technique has changed her life.

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Introducing The Voracious Student

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to The Voracious Student. In this introductory episode meet Broadway actor, student of life and aspiring renaissance man Denis Emile Lambert and hear about why he is starting a podcast. With guests from the theatre community and beyond at every stage of their life journey, The Voracious Student will explore how being a student is essential to our well being.

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