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Live with Rye!
Find all the latest episodes from the new live talk show series, "Live with Rye!" below. All episodes are produced by Rye Entertainment.
Live with Rye! - EP. 01
Interview with Creators of New Multi-Hype Workshop For Artists
Welcome to the first episode of "Live with Rye!"! I talk with Multi-Hypehnates Ashley Kate Adams, Kimberly Faye Greenberg, and Michael Kushher about their successful Multi-type workshop and
Live with Rye! - EP. 02
Interview with Actor Mahdi Cocci
(From BET+ Series BRUH)
Interview with Actor Mahdi Cocci from Tyler Perry's new BET+ series BRUH and Netflix The Lovebirds with Issa Rae.
Live with Rye! - EP. 03
Interview with Actress, Singer, and Unicorn Carmen Vass
Interview with Actress, Singer, and Unicorn Carmen Vass, who talks about her career, her path to healing energy work, teaching through healing, and MORE!
Live with Rye! - EP. 04
Interview with Nathaniel Hill, Founder of Broadway Plus
Nathaniel Hill talks about his company Broadway Plus and the VIP experiences you can book, going virtual,and the creation of Broadway Plus.
Live with Rye! - EP. 05
Interview with Morgan Smith and Auggie Greenwood, Creators of the Averno Musical Series
Rye talks with Morgan Smith and August, creators of the musical series Averno Universe! We chat about the creation of Averno, the release of Willow A New Musical concept album, becoming viral Tik-Tok stars, what is next for Averno, and MUCH MORE!!!!
Live with Rye! - EP. 06
Interview with Sammy Lopez and Tim Sebastian, Creators of 10glo.com
Rye talks with Sammy Lopez and Tim Sebastian about creating their new website platform for artists called 10glo.com. We chat about the creation of 10glo, why it is so important to have a platform like this out now, how it is fostering new talent growth, and SO MUCH MORE!!
Live with Rye! - EP. 07
Interview with Actor and Creator Ry Armstrong, Revealing a BIG SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT
Rye talks with Actor and Creator Ry Armstrong about his HUGE SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT. It is going to be a fun-filled episode and you do not want to miss this! Tune in to get the EXCLUSIVE NEWS and hear all the details!!
Live with Rye! - EP. 08
Interview with Theater Producer and Performer Dan Stone
Rye talks with Theater Producer and Performer Dan Stone about his illustrious career as a co-producer, performer, advice for others, the state of the industry, and MUCH MORE!!
Live with Rye! - EP. 09
Interview with Tony Award-winning Broadway Producer, Ken Davenport
Rye talks with Broadway producer Ken Davenport about his upcoming TheaterMakers Summit, adapting to art in the digital world, advice for other producers and theater makers, how we can make Broadway better going forward, and MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - EP. 10
Interview with Tony Award-winning Actress Alice Ripley
Rye talks with Tony award-winning actress Alice Ripley about how she is holding up during the pandemic, kindness, how artists can thrive, her performance in Holmdel, and MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - EP. 11
Interview with New York Times Best Selling Author and Theater Critic Michael Riedel
Rye talks with renowned author and theater critic Michael Riedel about his new book Singular Sensation The Triumph of Broadway, the second volume to his first book Razzle Dazzle The Battle for Broadway
Live with Rye! - EP. 12
Interview with Jordan Wolfe Creator of Night of the Living Dead the Musical
Rye talks with actor and creator Jordan Wolfe about creating the new musical, Night of the Living Dead the Musical.
Live with Rye! - EP. 13
Interview with Abingdon Theatre Company Artistic Director Chad Austin
Rye talks with Chad Austin, Artistic Director of Abingdon Theatre Company, about their #IWill campaign.
Live with Rye! - EP. 14
Interview with Actor and Activist Diane Phelan on Her #UnapologeticallyAsian and #RacismIsAVirus Campaigns
Rye talks with Actor and Activist Diane Phelan about how she is holding up during quarantine, why she decided to create the #UnapologeticallyAsian and #RacismIsAVirus social media campaigns, how to lead with kindness, and advice for other BIPOC performers.
Live with Rye! - EP. 15
Interview with Emma Degersedt and Hannah Jewel Kohn Creators of Bringing You Broadway
Rye talks with performers and now business owners Emma and Hannah about creating their new company Bringing You Broadway, which is helping performers perform again while helping kids with disabilities.
Live with Rye! - EP. 16
Interview with Marty Thomas and Marissa Rosen on The Award Winning Holiday Album Release
Rye talks with Broadway's best friends Marty and Marissa about their new album, where the idea came from, behind the scenes stories from the recording process, how they met, and MUCH more!
Live with Rye! - EP. 17
Interview with Actress Carol Angeli on Her Career, Advice, Motherhood, and More
Rye talks with Broadway actress Carol Angeli about her career, motherhood, diversity, advice and more!
Live with Rye! - EP. 18
Interview with Recording Artist Emme Lentino on Her New Single Last Christmas
Rye talks with recording artist Emme Lentino about her new single 'Last Christmas' and singing alongside George Michael's original backup singers, how she is thriving as an artist in New Zealand, advice for others, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 19
Interview with Jim McCarthy, CEO and Co-Founder of Goldstar and Stellar Tickets.
WELCOME TO SEASON 2! I talk with my special guest, Jim McCarthy about the creation of Goldstar and Stellar ticekts, the future of virtual in the live event space, creating a business in the pandemic, advice, and much more!
SEASON 2
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 20
Interview with Charlotte St. Martin, President of The Broadway League
WELCOME TO SEASON 2! On this very special 20th episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Charlotte St. Martin about leading the industry to reopen successfully, the League's EDI initiatives, the challenges ahead for the industry as we look to reopen in the aftermath of a pandemic, how she has been holding up during the pandemic, and MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 21
Interview with Joe Rosko, Founder of Built For the Stage
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Joe Rosko, creator of the popular workout program Built for the Stage, about creating the program, helping performers stay fit, mental health, and how it plays a role in your physical fitness, eating better, and MUCH MORE!
For those looking for help with those "quarantine bodies," this a great interview to help you get inspired. Learn more about Built for the Stage by visiting their website.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 22
Interview with Nick Ferrao Creator of the Popular Instagram Account "Broadway Belters" with Over 45k Follower
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Nick Ferrao, the mastermind behind the 'The Broadway Belters' (@bwaybelters) Instagram account that has amassed 45k followers about the creation of this account that is bringing everyone joy, the launch of The Broadway Belters Podcast, and SO MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 23
Interview with Ethan Steimel creator of Artistic Finance podcast
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Ethan Steimel about the creation of his new podcast Artistic Finance, pointers for creatives and artists to manage finances, some of the things he has seen, both good and bad, from artists while doing the podcast that can be lessons for others, and more!
**Please note-- Rye Myers and Ethan Steimel are no financial professionals and are simply expressing their views and opinions. Please ALWAYS consult a financial/tax planner, consultant, or other professional for inquires or questions about your financial situation.**
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 24
Interview with Alisa Hurwitz, PsyD aka "Dr. Drama"
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk to Alisa Hurwitz, PsyD "Dr. Drama," about the creation of DrDrama.com, the importance of mental health in the pandemic, how creatives and artists can balance their mental health and career, her Mental Health Series on Instagram Live, her vision for 2021, and MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 25
Interview with Actor, Singer, and Writer, Drew Seeley
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with actor, singer, writer, and former Disney Channel star Drew Seeley about his career, how he has been holding up admits the pandemic, his time with High School Musical, Broadway roles he's played, his current projects, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 26
Interview with Author and Speaker, Britt East
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Britt East, the author of the new book A Gay Man's Guide to Life, about writing the book, claiming our place in the world as gay men, the challenges we face, the harmful impacts of stereotypes, and how we can break them, and so much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 27
Interview with TikTok Viral Brett Boles of The M.Tea
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Brett Boles about the creation of his TikTok series The. M. Tea which has gained over 80k followers and 756k likes, how he comes up with the songs to spill the "tea" on, what his favorite song is, and so much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 28
Interview with CBC Actor Yannick Bisson
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Yannick Bisson about Murdoch Mysteries being in its 14th season, his role as producer, filming during the pandemic, his career, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 29
Interview with Casting Director & Author Paul Russell
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Paul Russell about the new edition of his popular book Acting: Make It Your Business, tips for performers, what he has learned in his career, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 30
Interview with Singer-Songwriter Elise Marra on Her New Chart-Topping EP
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Elise Marra about her new self-titled EP, the inspiration behind the songs, hitting 19 on the Itunes charts, waht she has learned, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 31 (PART 1)
Interview with Meghan Picerno, Christine Daee on Broadway, International Tour, and National Tour
*BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE CELEBRATION FOR ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER*
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Meghan Picerno who is currently starring as Christine Daee in Phantom of the Opera on Broadway (once Broadway re-opens), about her memories with Andrew Lloyd Webber, working with Hal Prince, behind the scenes stories, starring as Christine in the US premiere of Love Never Dies, and so much more! Cheers to you, ALW!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 31 (PART 2)
Interview with Dara Adler, Swing/Assoc. Dance Captain in Phantom of the Opera
*BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE CELEBRATION FOR ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER*
On this SPECIAL episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Dara Adler about her time with Phantom of the Opera (she has been with the show since '05), memories she has working with Hal Prince, her special memory of Andrew Lloyd Webber, what the show has taught her, backstage stories, advice, and MUCH MORE! Cheers to you, ALW!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 32
Interview with Alyson Cambridge & Tony Bruno Co-Producers of Rock Me Amadeus Musical Sensation
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with singers Alyson Cambridge and Tony Bruno about Rock Me Amadeus, creating the show, what we can expect, creating work during the pandemic, Ode To Believin', and so much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 33
Interview with Producing Artistic Director and Casting Director Eric Woodall
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Eric Woodall about his second anniversary as Artistic Director at North Carolina Theatre, pivoting during the pandemic, how NCT will emerge as live person resumes, his Backstage @NCT series, his time in Broadway casting, and MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 34
Interview with EDM Music Producer and Singer, Alex Moye
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Alex Moye about how he got started in the EDM music world, his upcoming single and album, what he planned for 2021, advice on getting started and MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 35
Interview with Jacquie Militano and Cast Members from Urinetown at Edgemont High School
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Jacquie Militano and her cast from Edgemont High School's production of Urinetown. Jacquie talks about creating a virtual production, how the filming was done more like a movie than an average Zoom, what the students learned about themselves, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 36
Interview with Rebecca Haley Clark on Her New Directorial Project Hindsight 2020
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I talk with Rebecca Haley Clark about her new project Hindsight 2020, what she learned, a positive thing that happened in 2020, working with a cast in different states, how the show is a time capsule of the past year, and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 37
Interview with Justin Mortelliti on His New Musical The Ladies Man and Finding Your Tribe After Coming Out
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Justin Mortelliti about his new musical, The Ladies Man, finding your chosen family, advice for those coming out, how this musical will change lives, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 38
Interview with Michael Kushner on His Very Successful Photography Career, Being a Multi-Hyphenate, and MORE!
On this episode of "Live with Rye!", I welcome back Michael Kushner to talk about being Broadway's #1 photographer, getting "the right show," being featured in the March issue of encore magazine, pivoting during the pandemic, the many hats he wears as NYC's leading multi-hyphenate and MUCH, MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 39
Interview with Kimberly Faye Greenberg On Her Fabulous Fanny Show, Pivoting, The Broadway Expert, and MORE!
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Kimberly Faye Greenberg about creating her show, pivoting in the pandemic, how she has used the streaming platform to her advantage, Fabulous Fanny Brice Show, what she has learned, and more.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 40
Celebrating 40 Episodes with Tarot Reader & Communications Consultant Extraordinaire Emily McGill
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Emily McGill about her newfound love of tarot, what she has learned, and how she got started in PR. She then performs a three-card pull with me, and we talk about what each card means.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 41
Interview with Ashely Kate Adams on Her New Book BYOP- Be Your Own Producer
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Ashley Kate Adams about her new book BYOP, how it is inspiring artists everywhere, getting out of our heads and diving into projects, allowing ourselves permission to create, imposter syndrome, and SO much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 42
Interview with Lauren Van Hemert on Beltline To Broadway's Re-brand & More
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I welcome Lauren Van Hemert on my show after she had me on her show a few months back. I talked with her about rebranding to Beltline to Broadway, what she is looking forward to with the return of live theater, amplifying BIPOC voices, and her work to continue that, how she is connecting Broadway fans across the country, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 43
Interview with Broadway Triple Threat Heartthrob Charlie Williams
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Charlie Williams about opening two international companies of the musical FROZEN in Australia and Japan during the pandemic, what he has learned over the years on Broadway, his role as an associate choreographer, his hope for the future of live theater, his daily "Corona THOTS" during the brunt of the pandemic, and MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 44
Interview with Adrienne Walker on Her Return to Pride Rock, 32 Bar Cut Series, and Advice for others
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Adrienne Walker about the excitement of returning to Broadway as Nala in THE LION KING, what she is most looking forward to, her hope for the future of the industry, the creation of 32 Bar Cut Series, and the honest conversations she has with fellow performers, advice for aspiring performers and much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 45
Interview with Eddie Shapiro on His New Book A Wonderful Guy
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Eddie Shapiro about his new book A Wonderful Guy, his favorite interviews he conducted, how the pandemic helped him publish the book faster, the stories he cherishes most, and which diva's are his favorite from his last book Nothing Like A Dame.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 46
Interview with Broadway Superstar Laura Osnes on Disney Princess The Concert
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with the incredible Laura Osnes about her time in quarantine and filming a Hallmark movie with fellow Broadway pals, the newly announced tour for Disney Princess the Concert, what she has learned from her time on Broadway, her favorite leading man, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 47
Interview with Ben Rauhala about the upcoming Disney Princess Concert
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Benjamin Rauhala about the creation of Broadway Princess Party, how that turned into a partnership with Disney for the Disney Princess Concert Tour, his favorite memories with Jeremey Jordan and how they had cold start, his friendship with some of Broadway's best, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 48
Interview with Robert Bannon on His New Album Unfinished Business
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Robert Bannon about his new album "Unfinished Business," recording the album during the pandemic, getting the call to be a part of SNL, his popular series Quarantine, Cocktails, and Cabaret, and how your career track might be different from what you planned.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 49
Interview with Victoria Rae Sook & Kelly Surette on MOM: The Musical
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Victoria Rae Sook and Kelly Surette about the upcoming workshop of MOMS: The Musical. I talk with them about the creation of the musical, how the show can change the narrative, what we can expect, and how this is the first show of its kind.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 50
Interview with Royal Expert Kristin Contino on Her New Book "A House Full of Windsor"
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Kristin Contino about her new book A House Full of Windsor. We talk about the inspiration beyond writing it, geek out about all things royal family and Princess Diana, what her favorite sites in the UK are, and who her favorite royal is and why.
Live with Rye! - Season 2, EP. 51- *SEASON 2 FINALE!*
Interview with Ethan Slater on the New Concept Recording of Edge of the World
On the season 2 finale of "Live with Rye!" I talk with Ethan Slater about his and Nick Blaemire's new musical Edge of the World and the release of their concept recording. I also talk with Ethan about his time with Spongebob, what writing a musical taught him, what is next for him, and so much more! See you in the fall for season 3!
SEASON 3
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 53-
Interview with Broadway's AJ Holmes
On the season 3 premiere of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Broadway's AJ Holmes about his new one-man show "Yeah, But Not Right Now."
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 54-
Interview with Casting Director, Social Media Strategist and Podcaster, Vinnie Potestivo
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Vinnie Potestivo about his new podcast "I Have A Podcast", his time at MTV with the stars that made our childhood, growing your brand, and more.
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 55-
Interview with Your Broadway Buddy Ben Cameron!
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with everyone's favorite, Ben Cameron! Ben and I chat about being Your Broadway Buddy, how he got started, if he still talks to his WICKED OBC cast members, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 56-
Interview with Performer, Composer, Writer and Activist, Ryan Bauer-Walsh
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Ryan Bauer-Walsh! Ryan and I talk about the process of creating the first ever Queer Lullaby Album!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 57-
Interview with Creative Life Coach Bret Shuford
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Bret Shuford! Bret and I talk about the importance of growing your social media as a creative , being your authentic self, your identity as a creative and MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 58-
Interview with Broadway's N'Kenge
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with N'Kenge! N'Kenge and I talk about the new revival, her Broadway credits, her three new projects she is producing, and SO MUCH MORE!!!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 59-
Interview with Writers and Composers Richard Allen and Taran Gray
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Richard Allen and Taran Gray! We talk about creating their powerful new musical FREEDOM RIDERS: The Civil Rights Musical, the release of the cast recording, the next steps, how it's changing minds, and more!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 60-
Interview with Creator and Producer Phil Geoffrey Bond
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Phil Geoffrey Bond! Phil and I talk about the creation of Unplugged, the release of "Sondheim Unplugged NYC Sessions" Volume 1 and the upcoming release of 2 and 3, the message he received from Sondheim about the show, how the show hits differently now, and so much more!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 61-
Interview with Singer, Writer and Musician Loren Smith
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Loren Smith! Loren and I talk about his new Christmas EP, singing for some of the most popular TV shows, working alongside legends, and MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 62-
Interview with Broadway's Major Attaway
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Major Attaway! Major and I talk about his new show "The Genie's Jukebox" at 54 below, what we can expect, starring as "Genie" in Aladdin on Broadway, the importance of Standby's and u/s, and SO MUCH MORE!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 63-
Interview with Creative Team Jeffrey Simon and Matt Andrews
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Jeffrey Simon and Matt Andrews! We talk about their new film STEAM, the first ever gay western!
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 64-
Interview with Nathaniel Hill and Tyce Green of Broadway Plus
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with Nathaniel Hill and Tyce Green! Today I welcome back Nathaniel Hill, founder of Broadway Plus (Nathaniel was one of my FIRST few guests when I launched this show in 2020!) and this time he is joined by his business partner, Tyce Green who use to run Artists and Beyond and has since merged with Broadway Plus.
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 65-
Interview with Nicolette Blount
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with cowriter, co-composer, and lyricist Nicolette Blount. We discuss her newest project Savage the Musical. Savage is a powerful story of redemption about an independent, divorced, indigenous mother who fought oppression, racism, sexism, and abuse to make a name for herself.
Live with Rye! - Season 3, EP. 66-
Interview with Felicia Curry
On this episode of "Live with Rye!" I chat with multi-award-winning performer Felicia Curry. We discuss her newest show Queens Girl in the World at Theatre Row and the challenges she experiences as a performer.