Beltline to Broadway
Based inside the beltline in Raleigh, North Carolina, Lauren Van Hemert is an award-winning podcaster who has been covering regional theater for over three years. She has been called a "pioneer" for her community-based approach to cultural arts reporting and candid conversations about diversity and inclusion in the theater industry. Her guests have included Tony Award-winners, Broadway veterans, international recording artists, and television icons, including Eric Woodall, Lauren Kennedy, Robert Hartwell, Karen Ziemba, and Ed Asner. Van Hemert is a member of the American Theatre Critics Association, Society for Professional Journalists, and the Broadway Makers Alliance.
Episodes
August 14, 2023 • 31 mins
On this episode of the podcast, we are talking about emotional trauma, panic disorders, PTSD, and mental health, which might be triggering to some listeners. If you need immediate care, call or text 988 to reach a 24-hour crisis center, text 741741, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. Please take care of yourself and each other. For additional resources visit https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/mental-health-resources/.
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Mark as Played
August 2, 2023 • 14 mins
Hear what Amy Spanger has to say about playing Dee Dee Allen in the Theatre Raleigh production of THE PROM. THE PROM runs through August 13.
Links
Amy Spanger's Website
Theatre Raleigh Website
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Links
Amy Spanger's Website
Theatre Raleigh Website
Connect with Us
Facebook/TikTok / IG @beltlinetobroadway
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July 18, 2023 • 19 mins
Hear what Kara Lindsay (NEWSIES) and Kevin Massey (WICKED) have to say about returning to North Carolina for the NC Theatre production of MARY POPPINS, becoming parents, and more.
Links
North Carolina Theatre
Kevin Massey Website
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Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org
Links
North Carolina Theatre
Kevin Massey Website
Connect with Us
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Website: www.beltlinetobroadway.org
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July 3, 2023 • 20 mins
Listen to what Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award-winner Rachel Bay Jones has to say to Beltline to Broadway about seeing her first Broadway show, leaving the business, and returning triumphantly.
Rachel Bay Jones will be performing a concert at Theatre Raleigh on July 7. For more information visit the Theatre Raleigh website.
About the Guest
Rachel Bay Jones is best known for originating the role of ‘Heidi Hansen’ in the Original Broadway ...
Rachel Bay Jones will be performing a concert at Theatre Raleigh on July 7. For more information visit the Theatre Raleigh website.
About the Guest
Rachel Bay Jones is best known for originating the role of ‘Heidi Hansen’ in the Original Broadway ...
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June 19, 2023 • 41 mins
Hear what COST OF LIVING's Tony Nominated Actress Katy Sullivan has to say about disability representation on and off stage, presenting the keynote speech at the National Women's Theatre Festival, and what's next.
For more information about the National Women's Theatre Festival, visit https://womenstheatrefestival.com/.
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For more information about the National Women's Theatre Festival, visit https://womenstheatrefestival.com/.
Let's Get Social
Facebook/Instagram/TikTok @beltlinetobroadway
Web www.beltlinetobroadway.org
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June 18, 2023 • 30 mins
Hear what two-time Tony Award-winner Norbert Leo Butz and Theatre Raleigh's Producing Artistic Director Lauren Kennedy Brady have to say about Jason Robert Brown, originating the the roles of Cathy and Jamie in THE LAST FIVE YEARS, and so much more.
For more information on Theatre Raleigh's all-star concert series, visit https://theatreraleigh.com/.
Let's Get Social
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For more information on Theatre Raleigh's all-star concert series, visit https://theatreraleigh.com/.
Let's Get Social
Facebook/Instagram/TikTok: @beltlinetobroadway
Twitter: @beltlinetobwa...
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June 13, 2023 • 23 mins
Hear what Michael Kushner (DEAR MULTI-HYPHENATE) has to say about the theater industry, his new book, and more.
Links
Michael Kushner's Website
Dear Multi-Hyphenate Website
Connect with Us
@beltlinetobroadway
Links
Michael Kushner's Website
Dear Multi-Hyphenate Website
Connect with Us
@beltlinetobroadway
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June 5, 2023 • 19 mins
Hear what Raleigh Little Theatre's Executive Director Heather Strickland and HANDS ON A HARDBODY Director Brian Westbrook have to say about the evolution of Raleigh Little Theatre, musical theater, and more.
Links
Raleigh Little Theatre''s Website
Let's Get Social
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Links
Raleigh Little Theatre''s Website
Let's Get Social
Facebook @beltlinetobroadway
Twitter @beltlinetobway
Instagram @beltlinetobroadway
TikTok @beltlinetobroadway
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May 18, 2023 • 14 mins
A conversation with Museum of Broadway Co-Founder Diane Nicoletti.
Links
Museum of Broadway
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Museum of Broadway
Let's connect:
Instagram @beltlinetobroadway
Facebook @beltlinetobroadway
TikTok @beltlinetobroadway
Twitter @beltlinetobway
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April 11, 2023 • 16 mins
Hear what Rob Marnell (TINA, BEAUTIFUL) has to say about reprising his role of Bob Gaudio in the Theatre Raleigh production of JERSEY BOYS and returning home.
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February 20, 2023 • 45 mins
This episode of the podcast is an exploration of two works inspired by two different historical figures, one of whom you may not know fully and one you may not have heard of at all.
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February 7, 2023 • 43 mins
Thank you for listening to this very important episode. For more information on any of the topics you've heard in this episode, see the links below.
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January 30, 2023 • 16 mins
The North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre production of DOT runs through February 5. For more information visit http://www.nract.org/.
Additional Resources:
Additional Resources:
- Alzeimer's Association
- 24/7 Hotline: 800.272.3900
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January 13, 2023 • 46 mins
Heart attack survivor, stroke survivor, and slaying it in heels 4 times a week as Lola in the Opera House Theatre Company production of KINKY BOOTS. Hear what Justin Allen Tate has to say about his health journey, putting in the work, and returning to the Land of Lola.
About the Guest
Justin Allen Tate ( Mr. Mid-South Pride 2020) returns to the Memphis stage after recently being named the 2019 Broadway World Regional Best Actor in a ...
About the Guest
Justin Allen Tate ( Mr. Mid-South Pride 2020) returns to the Memphis stage after recently being named the 2019 Broadway World Regional Best Actor in a ...
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November 15, 2022 • 15 mins
Hear what Dave Karger, host of Turner Classic Movies' Musical Matinee franchise has to say about the significance of movie musicals in film's golden age and today.
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September 29, 2022 • 11 mins
Hear interviews with Broadway stars live from the Broadway Cares Equity Fights AIDS Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction.
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September 19, 2022 • 25 mins
Hear what Black Stage Everything's Shae Marie has to say about representation in theater, Tyler Perry, and creating opportunities for BIPOC artists.
Follow Shae Marie on Instagram @blackstageeverythingg or visit her website at blackstageeverything.com.
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Follow Shae Marie on Instagram @blackstageeverythingg or visit her website at blackstageeverything.com.
Connect with Beltline to Broadway
Facebook/Instagram @beltlinetobroadway
Twitter @beltlinetobway
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September 8, 2022 • 26 mins
A conversation with Valerie Curtis-Newton about the theater's role in a community, Black theater in America today, and more.
About the Guest
Currently the Head of Directing at the University of Washington School of Drama, I also serve as the Founding Artistic Director for The Hansberry Project, a professional African American theatre lab. I have worked with professional theatre's across the country including: The Guthrie Theatre, Den...
About the Guest
Currently the Head of Directing at the University of Washington School of Drama, I also serve as the Founding Artistic Director for The Hansberry Project, a professional African American theatre lab. I have worked with professional theatre's across the country including: The Guthrie Theatre, Den...
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August 31, 2022 • 29 mins
Hear what Dr. Alisa Hurwitz (Dr. Drama) has to say about Jewish representation onstage, musicals and mental health, and faith. Also in this episode, hear what COME FROM AWAY's Kevin Tuerff has to say about paying it forward.
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August 22, 2022 • 16 mins
Live from BroadwayCon, a candid conversation with Libby Parker (aka The Broadway Dietitian) about disordered eating.
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