What Will She Do Next?
Broadway stars, historical women, and family-friendly showstoppers. Musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella present an independent, donation-based musical podcast focused on key, decision-making moments in the lives of history's greatest women. Through interactive storytelling and Broadway-style song, What Will She Do Next? keeps children searching for an answer, while ultimately learning a lesson in perseverance. Past performers include: television and film star, Matt Lucas (The Great British Bake-off, Bridesmaids) and Broadway's Kara Lindsay (Wicked, Newsies)
Episodes
On today’s episode we dive into the life of Mary Blair, famed watercolorist, illustrator and creator of the art you see in some of Disney’s most beloved animated films.
Written and Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
Young Mary — Sophine Moshofsky
Teen Mary — Sabina Petra
Adult Mary — Gabrielle Mirabella
Lee — Ken Arpino
Disney — Ernie Bird
On today’s bite-sized episode we take a brief look at the life and legacy of Marian Anderson. American Opera Singer & Musical Icon.
Marian Anderson - Janai Brugger
Written and Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
Welcome to our newest segment, and our first episode of 2023, "A Peek Into The Past!" Super quick episodes bursting with information about our favorite historical women!
Today’s historical woman? American civil rights activist, Sylvia Rivera! A transgender woman who is most remembered for her role in the Stonewall Riots of 1969.
On today’s episode we examine the life of Lesia Ukrainka, political activist, feminist, and one of the most celebrated Ukrainian writers of all time.
Lesia Ukrainka: Dana Protsenko
Written by Gabrielle Mirabella
Narration, Music, Lyrics, Orchestration and Production by Ernie Bird
Background Music, Violin & Viola by Mariya Ksondzyk
Content Warning: themes of violence, racism & war.
On today’s Patreon Special episode we examine the life of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, American diplomat and social activist.
Eleanor Roosevelt: Gabrielle Mirabella
Reporter: Alan Aisenberg
Additional background vocals: Ernie Bird
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
Our episode is entirely run on the generous donations of our listeners! No corporate sponsors, just two musical theatre writers who love sharing women's history!
100% of our donations go towards the artists you hear on our podcast, our website, and our podcast hosting website. That's it!
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Today’s episode takes us deep into Yoruba mythology, where we will discover a powerful goddess Egungun-Oya, family traditions and spirits.
Egungun-Oya: Zuri Washington
Guest Narrator: Beverly Owens
Olivia: Olivia Wray
Featuring Elisa Galindez on background vocals
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
Bite-Sized Biography. Perfect for bedtime & car rides!
With Special Guest Star: Mikayla Bartholomew
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode, we explore what it takes to become a professional athlete.
Michelle Kwan: Megan Masako Haley
Karen Kwan: Alicia Kaori
Announcers & Reporters: Gabrielle Mirabella & Ernie Bird
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode we celebrate the work of nurses around the world.
Florence Nightingale: Gabrielle Mirabella
Doctor: Matthew Penalva
Soldier: Ernie Bird
Violin & Viola: Mariya Ksondzyk
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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Today’s episode takes us to an ancient world known for its heroes, legends, and monsters! It’s the world of ancient Greek mythology.
Parthenope: Katie Emerson
Ligeia: Gabrielle Mirabella
Leucosia: Mel Weyn
Odysseus: Ken Arpino
Circe: Beverly Owens
Sailor: Hubbard Farr
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode, we follow the journey of #GivingTuesdaySpark Youth leaders Shreyaa and Esha Venkat, co-founders of Nest4Us, a non-profit organization providing volunteer solutions to the community to make the world better through kindness. For more information on Nest4Us visit their social media! Instagram: @NEST4US Twitter: @joinnest4 Facebook/Youtube: @nest4us Website: www.nest4us.org
On today’s episode, we follow the journey of #GivingTuesdaySpark Youth leader Maria Grace Postiglione, a Youth Activist promoting safe driving awareness and discouraging distracted driving. For more information on Maria Grace Postiglione: Instagram: @mariagracepostiglione Facebook: Maria Grace Postiglione Twitter: @mariagracepost Website: https://instagram.com/mariagracepostiglione?utm_medium=copy_link
More Social Media Links: @thin...
On today’s episode, we follow the journey of #GivingTuesdaySpark leader Sammie Vance, an organizer looking to eliminate loneliness through friendship and recycling. For more information on Sammie Vance: https://sammiesbuddybenchproject.com/sammies-thoughts
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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Or,...
On today’s episode, we follow the journey of #GivingTuesdaySpark leader Chelsea Phaire, an Arts Activist seeking to empower kids through visual art. For more information on Chelsea's Charity: https://www.chelseascharity.com/
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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Today's Historical Woman: Frida Kahlo. Celebrated Mexican Artist and Feminist.
Bite-Sized Biography. Perfect for bedtime & car rides!
With special guest star Kimberly Castañeda
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Soundtrack & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode, we follow the journey of #GivingTuesdaySpark leader Khloe Thompson, an International Philanthropist on a mission to end homelessness. For more information on Khloe Kares: www.khloekares.com/
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode science, progress, and technology allow one woman the adventure of a lifetime.
Bertha Benz & Others: Gabrielle Mirabella
Karl Benz & Others: Ernie Bird
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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On today’s episode we’re reminded that every terrible storm eventually passes.
Padma: Vaibu Mohan
Mother: Annette Philip
Soldier: Ernie Bird
Written & Narrated by Gabrielle Mirabella
Music & Production by Ernie Bird
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Violin & Viola: Shaun Chen
Violoncello: Caitlin Thomas
Piano: John Colonna
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