The winner of the 2024 Tony Award® for Best Musical is THE OUTSIDERS. Adapted from S.E. HINTON’s seminal novel and FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA’s iconic film, this thrilling new musical features a book by ADAM RAPP with JUSTIN LEVINE, music and lyrics by JAMESTOWN REVIVAL (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and JUSTIN LEVINE, music supervision, orchestration, and arrangements by JUSTIN LEVINE, choreography by RICK KUPERMAN & JEFF KUPERMAN, and direction by Tony Award® winner DANYA TAYMOR. THE...

Disney’s The Lion King is roaring into Grand Rapids and this is your insider look at one of Broadway’s most breathtaking productions. For three unforgettable weeks, April 8 through April 26, 2026, the globally celebrated musical takes over DeVos Performance Hall, bringing the Pride Lands to life in a way you’ve never experienced before. In this episode, Steve Steketee and Jennifer Pascua chat with Danny Grumich (Pumbaa) and Darlene Drew, a Flutist and a Grand Rapidian. Plus, ...

What if Juliet didn’t end it all for Romeo? In this episode, we dive into & Juliet, the hit musical that flips the script on one of the most famous love stories ever told. Created by the Emmy®-winning writer behind Schitt’s Creek, the show imagines what happens next if Juliet chooses her own ending instead of tragedy. In this episode, Steve Steketee talks with Noah Marlow who plays François in the show. Jennifer Pascua gets Fabiola Carballo Quijada (Juliet) and Kathryn A...

Listen in to the Broadway Grand Rapids' Backstage Buzz Podcast features co-hosts Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee in conversation with Broadway Grand Rapids President + CEO Meghan Distel + Bob Bucci, President of Marketing and Content at Broadway Across America, our presenting partner about the reveal of the 26-27 season lineup: Alicia Keys' Hell's KitchenThe NotebookMaybe Happy EndingDisney's Beauty and the BeastDeath Becomes HerPhantom of the OperaSixExtra gratitude to our Title Spo...

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is an original new musical about growing up and growing old in no particular order. Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure. In this episode, Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee takes time to hear from cast member Sarah Lynn Marion who is a Swing on her first N...

The Book of Mormon is a Season Option and in this episode, Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee takes time to hear from actor Kevin T. Mazur who is a Swing on the National Tour. He's also a Michigan native who graduated from MSU! (Go Green! Go White!) Learn about his journey and how he scores in our first-ever "Name This Tune" quiz. Meanwhile, we'll also get to know our Broadway Grand Rapids Ambassadors a little bit more. April Butler and Steve Steketee share their love for theatre ...

Step right up—the circus is in town! In this episode, Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee take you behind the curtain of Water for Elephants, the breathtaking musical opening Broadway Grand Rapids' 25–26 season. You’ll hear from actor Robert Tully (Mr. Jankowski), who brings real circus roots to the stage as a former Ringmaster for Ringling Bros. Plus, we shine the spotlight on Sierra Hatfield, founder of the Grand Rapids Circus Project, whose work blends artistry and equity in powerful w...

New BGR's Backstage Buzz Podcast Episode! This one’s packed with Michigan pride and powerful stories! Meet Paul Louis Lessard — Okemos native and current King George in the Hamilton national tour! From King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar’s 50th Anniversary Tour to 20+ regional theatre productions, Paul brings the royalty and the receipts. Trained at Interlochen Center for the Arts, University of Michigan, and the London Dramatic Academy. Hosts Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee take yo...

Episode 7 of Season 3 of Broadway Grand Rapids' Backstage Buzz Podcast features co-hosts Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee in conversation with Dominic Pagliaro who plays Philip Stucky. They also chat with Cynthia Walker-Owens about Dream...Keep It Moving, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, uplifting, and empowering youth through social-emotional education, mentorship, and life-changing experiences. Extra gratitude to our Title Sponsor Fifth Third Bank and Season S...

Episode 6 of Season 3 of Broadway Grand Rapids' Backstage Buzz Podcast features co-hosts Jennifer Pascua and Steve Steketee in conversation with Chris Marsh Clark who is in the ensemble A Beautiful noise and is the understudy for Neil Diamond. They also chat with Chas Schaner - A volunteer with the Parkinson's Foundation Great Lakes chapter. Extra gratitude to our Title Sponsor Fifth Third Bank and Season Sponsor Meijer. Show sponsors include AARP Michigan, Crowe, Lacks Enterpris...