EPISODE 7: MICHAEL JAMES SCOTT
Michael James Scott has been a Disney star his whole life--from appearing in an EPCOT commercial at the age of 11; to performing in shows and parades at Walt Disney World as a young adult; to starring as the Genie in Aladdin on Broadway, on the North American Tour, on the West End, and in Australia. Listen as Michael dreams up his own Disney cabaret, plays "A Whole New Disney World," and shares his love of Turkey Legs.
EXTRA MAGIC EPISODE #1: OUR FIRST LIVE SHOW!
Recorded LIVE on July 14, 2020, "E-Ticket to Broadway" had its first ever "Extra Magic Hour!" Host David Alpert was joined by Broadway stars and podcast guests Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen) & Olivier Award-winner Lesli Margherita (Matilda) to chat Disney Parks, play "Disney Password" & "The 'Newlywed' Game," and celebrate Disneyland's 65th Birthday. They were joined by Broadway producer and former Imagineer Tony Award-winner Dori Berinstein (The Prom, Legally Blonde, "Muppet Vision 3D”), and together raised money for Gilana's Fund.
EPISODE 6: KATE REINDERS
Miss Jenn, Portia, June, & Glinda: the sparkling dynamite that is Kate Reinders, star of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" on Disney Plus, chats with her childhood friend David about her Walt Disney World wedding, plays "We're All In This Together: Disney Edition," shares her Disney Princess dreams, and channels her inner Glynis Johns.
EPISODE 5: MIGUEL CERVANTES
Broadway's own A. Ham, Miguel Cervantes, shares his early memories of going to Walt Disney World as a kid, and Disneyland as an adult. Does Miguel think that Hamilton should be represented in the Parks? Listen to find out!
EPISODE 4: LESLI MARGHERITA
Broadway star, Olivier Award-winner, & Disney/Star Wars/Muppets-aficionado Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea) joins the podcast to chat with pal David and play "Yes Queen." Be prepared for a lot of giggling.
EPISODE 3: EDEN ESPINOSA
“Magical, with Eden Espinosa.” As you listen to this episode, be sure to count just how many times Eden (Wicked, “Tangled the Series”) and David say the word ‘magical,’ as they discuss Eden’s incredible Disney and Broadway career.
EPISODE 2: ANDREW BARTH FELDMAN
Andrew Barth Feldman is best known for loving Figment, the Haunted Mansion, and for making his Broadway debut at the age of 16 in the title role of Dear Evan Hansen. Caution: this episode includes strong opinions of Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World.
EPISODE 1: SUSAN EGAN
Oh, isn’t this amazing? Tony-nominee Susan Egan (Beauty and the Beast, “Steven Universe") joins David to chat about the magic of Disney—from growing up in Disneyland’s backyard, to creating Belle on Broadway, to giving voice to Meg in “Hercules!” Susan is a true Disney legend, and shares her absolute joy of the Disney Parks.
Trailer: Rope Drop Overture
Put on those mouse ears, and welcome to ‘E-Ticket to Broadway!’ In this brief ‘overture’ episode, recorded in April of 2020, host and creator David Alpert shares the reasons behind the creation of this podcast, as well as introducing himself to you, the listeners! Are you ready for Rope Drop?