Ever feel like life hit “intermission” and forgot to hand you the rest of the script? Entre Acts with Linedy Genao is the podcast for anyone navigating a life transition: career pivots, creative reinvention, burnout, breakups, big moves, and the messy in-between (or in Spanish, entre) the acts of life. Hosted by Broadway star Linedy Genao, each episode delivers candid conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from artists and bold thinkers rewriting their next chapter in real time. Expect real talk, a little chisme, and the kind of insight that feels like a reset button for your confidence.  Whether you’re switching paths, starting over, or chasing a dream that scares you, Entre Acts is your reminder that you’re not lost. You’re simply in-between acts!  Because life doesn’t pause.  It just moves… entre acts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the debut episode of Entre Acts! Host Linedy Genao sits down with the incredible Laurie Hernandez—a two-time Olympic medalist, Dancing with the Stars champion, and now, an actor making her Broadway debut in & Juliet. In this fun and vibrant conversation, Linedy and Laurie explore the "in-between" spaces of life and artistry, playing games like dominoes to break the ice and discussing everything from the perfect hoagie sandwich to their favorite Bad Bunny song. Beyond the laughs and the chisme, Laurie gets vulnerable about her massive career transitions, comparing her rigorous Olympic gymnastics training to the intense, athletic demands of performing eight shows a week on Broadway. She opens up about navigating performance anxiety with the help of sports psychology, the importance of Latina representation on the world stage, and the profound realization that stepping into the unknown—like attending drama school at NYU after retiring from gymnastics at 21—can lead to beautiful new beginnings. Laurie Hernandez is a powerhouse talent who first captured the world's heart as a two-time Olympic medalist in gymnastics. Since retiring from the sport, she has continuously expanded her horizons, winning the mirrorball trophy on season 23 of Dancing with the Stars, becoming a two-time New York Times best-selling author, and serving as an NBC analyst. A proud Latina and national speaker advocating for mental health, children's rights, and women's empowerment, Laurie is in her senior year at NYU with a drama major and a creative writing minor. She is currently thrilling audiences while making her highly anticipated Broadway debut in the hit musical & Juliet. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Laurie: IG: @linedygenao IG & TT: @entreacts IG: @lauriehernandez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! In this episode, Linedy welcomes her true hermano and Broadway castmate Ryan McCartan. The two kick things off with a classic game of dominoes , debating the merits of ketchup over mustard and flat, crispy pineapple pizza. They also dive into some bilingual chisme, exploring how a guy from Minnesota ended up speaking Spanish with a perfect Puerto Rican accent thanks to his partner Natalia. Along the way, they share a hilarious round of "Bed, Wed, Dead" featuring Broadway icons and musical theater legends. Moving into the meaty middle of their sándwichito format , Ryan gets vulnerable about the realities of his 25 year acting career. He shares a powerful piece of advice from a mentor that being an artist is like waiting in a long line that only moves when others give up and go home. The duo opens up about navigating mental health, internet negativity, and the exact pre show mantra Ryan shared with Linedy to help her combat anxiety. Ryan also provides an educational look into managing Type 1 Diabetes while performing at the highest level. He emphasizes that surviving the hardest parts of a career is all about community, proving his favorite quote that if something is mentionable, it is completely manageable. Ryan McCartan is a celebrated actor and musician who recently starred in the titular role of Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby on Broadway. His impressive theatrical resume includes playing Fiyero in Wicked, Hans in Frozen, and originating the role of JD in Heathers The Musical. Television audiences will immediately recognize him as Diggie from the hit Disney Channel series Liv and Maddie. Up next, Ryan is preparing to reprise his beloved role as Tony in West Side Story at the Washington National Opera. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Ryan: IG: ⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠ IG: @mccarya Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linedy welcomes the incredible Autumn Best to talk about navigating the messy middle of an artist's life. They kick things off with a classic game of dominoes, where they chat about everything from chickpea salad sandwiches and thin crust pizza to the highly debated etiquette of taking your shoes off on an airplane. (Note: You might hear a little Spanish sprinkled in as they catch up and share some chisme!) Autumn opens up about how she fills her "in-between" periods by spending time with her toy poodle Garbanzo and playing the violin just for the absolute joy of it. The conversation then dives into Autumn's major career transitions, including her bold move to New York City during the SAG strike to chase her childhood dream of doing theater. She shares the fascinating process of writing her own nightly political standup routines and the physical challenges of singing with a frontal lisp for her current off-Broadway role. Autumn also gets candid about disability advocacy in the entertainment industry. She reflects on her empowering experience working with director Anna Kendrick on her feature film debut in Woman of the Hour and how indie filmmaking provides a beautifully collaborative space for authentic representation. To wrap things up, the two bond over a hilarious game of Bed, Wed, Dead featuring Disney princesses and discuss exactly why Autumn would dominate on the reality show The Traitors. Autumn Best is an accomplished actor, aspiring screenwriter, and passionate advocate currently starring as Logan in the off-Broadway hit The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. She made a splash on television in the CW series 4400 and recently made her feature film debut in the Netflix thriller Woman of the Hour. As a champion of independent cinema, she recently served as a script consultant and star for the indie film BRB, which took home an honorable mention at the Slamdance Film Festival. Beyond her work on stage and screen, Autumn is a dedicated musician and a vocal advocate for disability representation in the arts, continually proving that a strong sense of humor, collaboration, and self-belief can change the industry. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Laurie: IG: ⁠@linedygenao⁠ IG & TT: ⁠@entreacts⁠ IG: ⁠@itsautumnbest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! In this episode, Linedy sits down with the phenomenal Christiani Pitts to discuss the beautiful and challenging "in-between" spaces of a performer's life. After kicking things off with a game of dominoes, where they bond over focaccia sandwiches, airport arrival habits, and reality TV like The Secret Life of Mormon Wives, the conversation gets real. Christiani opens up about the struggle to separate her identity from her career, sharing a powerful reminder that artists are "human beings, not human doings". Outside of her acting, she reveals her pandemic-born passion for canvas painting and her self-proclaimed skills as an overthinking private investigator. The duo also dives deep into the realities of balancing motherhood with a demanding theater schedule. Christiani vulnerably shares her initial fears of how her pregnancy might alter industry perceptions, and the beautiful, warm support she ultimately received from her director and community. From reminiscing about sharing the exact same dressing room at the Broadway Theatre to swapping chisme about her "Roman Empire" of apocalypse prepping and throwback perreo anthems, this episode is packed with humor and heart. Finally, Christiani shares the magic behind her current romantic comedy stage hit, breaking down the quintessential New York energy of Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York. Christiani Pitts is a powerhouse stage and screen actress, currently starring as Robin Rainey in Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York. She is widely celebrated for her stunning leading roles on Broadway, including starring as Ann Darrow in King Kong and Jane in A Bronx Tale. On screen, Christiani shines as Pernessa Reid on the Starz hit series Power Book III: Raising Kanan and stars as Beverly Stratford in the Netflix film Resort to Love. A devoted mother to her daughter, Zora, Christiani continues to captivate audiences with her authentic performances and undeniable talent. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Christiani: IG: ⁠@linedygenao⁠ IG & TT: ⁠@entreacts⁠ IG: @christianiworld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with her idol and Broadway powerhouse, Mandy Gonzalez. The two start off with a lively game of dominoes, swapping chisme and debating everything from the supremacy of California street tacos to the perfect cold turkey and cheddar deli sandwich. They also dive into the emotional impact of representation, with Linedy sharing how seeing Mandy as Nina Rosario in In the Heights changed her life. From chatting about Bruno Mars being the ultimate soundtrack for their "Señora era" to revealing why Mandy always keeps an elephant statue in her dressing room for good luck, this episode is packed with warmth, laughter, and authentic Latina joy. Moving into the deep "in-between" moments of an artist's life, Mandy gets real about turning intermissions into creative opportunities. She reflects on the early career heartbreak of her first original Broadway show flopping, Dance of the Vampires, and how her mother's steadfast advice, "We're Gonzalez’, we work," fueled her resilience. Mandy opens up about navigating the industry as a new mother, which led her to sing on cruise ships and eventually write her Fearless Squad book series to ensure young readers see themselves represented in theater. She also discusses her profound experience bringing her full, authentic self to the iconic role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard and performing Lin-Manuel Miranda's music at Carnegie Hall. Mandy Gonzalez is a true titan of the stage and screen, widely known for originating the iconic role of Nina Rosario in the Tony Award winning musical In the Heights. Her incredible Broadway resume includes starring as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, Elphaba in Wicked, and recently taking on the legendary role of Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard. Beyond the stage, Mandy is a breast cancer survivor, the author of the Fearless Squad young adult book series, and a dedicated advocate for authentic representation in the arts. She is currently preparing to star in the highly anticipated world premiere of the new musical Basura, featuring music by Gloria and Emily Estefan and directed by Michael Greif. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Mandy: IG: ⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠@mandy.gonzalez Get Mandy's book series, Fearless Squad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a fierce and deeply authentic episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with a true force of nature, the incredible dancer and actress, Emma Sofia. The two powerhouse Latinas kick off the show with a lively game of dominoes, diving right into some hilarious food chisme. Emma proudly defends her West Coast roots by crowning In-N-Out over Shake Shack—even coming to the defense of their highly debated papitas (with a tip to get them animal style). From declaring that a true maduro plantain must be bruised completely black before cooking, to sharing her love for gallo pinto, Emma brings immense color and humor to the mic. Moving into the heart of the sándwichito format, Emma opens up about the vulnerability of existing in an "attention-based economy," where artists often wrap their intrinsic human worth completely up in their last resume credit. She takes listeners on her own "hero's journey" after leaving Broadway in 2018. She shares the heartbreaking reality of booking two major television roles right as the pandemic hit, her subsequent move to Miami to care for her abuela, and a deep mental health break that left her silently crying while filling single-use ketchup cups at a vegan restaurant. Emma vulnerably details how surrendering to nature and dancing alone in her room brought her back to life, unlocking an empowering wave of artistic independence that led her to produce ten independent cabaret and film productions in a single year. The episode wraps up with a hilarious look at Emma's current routine—including how she efficiently uses her intermission time at the Broadhurst Theatre to change out her Cassandra wig and execute her full transformation into Skimbleshanks —before stepping into a wild round of "Bed, Wed, Dead" where she weds the Jellicle Ball and vows to take a life-changing trip to a ballroom in Harlem. Emma Sofia is a versatile and electrifying stage, screen, and cabaret artist. A proud Latina and an alumna of the prestigious dance conservatory at SUNY Purchase, Emma seamlessly transitioned from concert dance to commercial theater and television. Her extensive credits include appearing in the FX series Fosse/Verdon and originating roles in the Broadway productions of Finding Neverland and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. A boundary-pushing independent producer, filmmaker, and leader, Emma has mounted numerous highly acclaimed solo cabaret acts and immersive nightlife events throughout New York City. She is currently captivating audiences eight times a week in the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of Cats: The Jellicle Ball. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Emma: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @emmasofiaokay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a beautifully grounding episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with a true visionary and industry change-maker, the brilliant Victor Vazquez—founder of X Casting. The two kick off their conversation with a lively round of dominoes, diving into Victor's deep appreciation for tacos al pastor, his daily commitment to building up a spice palate, and a hilarious look at his absolute refusal to eat mid, Midtown business-meeting salsa that tastes suspiciously like ketchup. Linedy also takes a moment to share the incredibly moving story of how Victor profoundly changed the trajectory of her career nearly a decade ago, looking past a missed role to connect her with her life-long manager and make her feel safe, seen, and valued in the audition room. Moving into the deep, reflective layers of the sándwichito format, Victor flips the script on what it means to be an industry gatekeeper. He redefines the transitional "in-between" periods as highly curatorial, intentional chapters of an artist's path that require immense self-care and nourishment. Victor shares his profound personal North Star—a vivid imagery from a college business class of designing his own kitchen to host his community rather than chasing traditional accolades like Tonys or Oscars. He opens up about the massive responsibility of world-building through casting, detailing the historic year-long open portal methodology used to prioritize the ballroom community for Broadway's Cats: The Jellicle Ball. He also shares a jaw-dropping, framed piece of history: a personal recommendation letter sent to his desk on official Supreme Court letterhead by none other than Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who deeply understood how difficult an actor’s profession truly is. To close the act, Victor treats listeners to a whisper-quiet ASMR casting secret, breaks down why a bánh mì is the absolute perfect umami sandwich, and shares a wild audition room story that involved calling security over a rogue machete. Victor Vazquez (he/him/él) is a creative architect, world-builder, and the pioneering founder of X Casting. As a prominent Latinx casting director and the proud son of Mexican immigrants, Victor is dedicated to dismantling binary pass-fail structures in theater and amplifying the voices of global majority and queer stories. His revolutionary casting methodologies are behind monumental theatrical milestones, including the history-making hit Cats: The Jellicle Ball and the critically acclaimed musical adaptation of Real Women Have Curves. Formerly the Lead In-House Casting Director at the prestigious Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., Victor holds a degree in directing and writing and continues to serve as an indispensable bridge-builder, cultural curator, and community leader across both coasts. Connect with Linedy and Victor: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @victorvictorv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a beautifully candid episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with her long-time inspiration turned colleague, the brilliant Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe. The two kick off their conversation by bonding over a nostalgic connection to The Last Five Years—including a wild realization that the driving scene's background footage featured the exact Connecticut highway tunnel Linedy used to drive through every day! Diving into a lively round of dominoes, Betsy delivers some hilariously direct takes, explaining why a 90-minute show with no intermission is an absolute blessing for an actor, crowning high comedy over high drama, and inventing a brand-new iteration of "Bed, Wed, Dead" to navigate the chaos of performing 20 costume changes a night in her current role. In the heart of the sándwichito format, Betsy gets real about the immense pressure and identity crises that occur during a performer's downtime. She reflects on the painful, out-of-control industry moments that left her with zero agency, revealing how she channeled that career intermission into founding Broadway Evolved—a transformative mentorship program that has spent eight years teaching teen theater students that their humanity and integrity matter far more than their next credit. Betsy also shares her refreshing strategy for balancing an eight-show Broadway week with raising her daughter Poppy, explaining why prioritizing uninterrupted motherhood actually makes her a better artist on stage. To wrap up, Betsy chats about her secret passions for pickling, kayaking, and interior design, proving that life's pauses can be the most fulfilling acts of all. Betsy Wolfe is an acclaimed Broadway powerhouse and a 2023 Tony Award nominee for her standout performance as Anne Hathaway in the hit musical & Juliet. Her illustrious career includes originating the titular role in the off-Broadway musical Joy, starring as Jenna in Waitress, and delivering a critically lauded turn as Cathy Hiatt in the iconic 2013 revival of The Last Five Years. Currently captivating audiences as Madeline Ashton in Broadway's Death Becomes Her, Betsy is also a passionate educator and the co-founder of Broadway Evolved, a groundbreaking training program for the next generation of theatrical artists. Beyond her immense creative talents on stage, she is a dedicated mother and an interior design enthusiast. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Betsy: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @bwolfepack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a beautifully insightful episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy is joined by the brilliant, award-winning director and designer David Mendizábal. The two kick off their conversation with a game of dominoes, debating who delivers the harsher critique—a Broadway reviewer or his Tía —and crowning New York City actors as the ultimate source of theater drama over their more laid-back Bay Area counterparts. David keeps it hilariously real, admitting they would immediately blow $96,000 in cash rather than waiting a decade for a lottery chance, and challenges the traditional nonsense of theater etiquette by advocating for a more vocal, interactive audience experience. In the heart of the sándwichito format, David shares the profound beauty of navigating a director's "in-between" spaces, viewing the initial chaos of a production lull as an eventual path toward structured clarity and new cosmic collaborations. They open up about the "superpower" of embracing vulnerability and collective intelligence in a rehearsal room when you don't have all the answers. David details the intentional, meticulous craftsmanship behind directing the award-winning live-audio production Mexodus, tracing its genesis from raw pandemic video exchanges to transforming an entire stage into a live looping machine. Finally, David shares the sheer disbelief and imposter syndrome of getting the offer to helm the highly anticipated City Center gala production of In the Heights, reflecting on how the musical serves as a profound baseline of cultural resilience and a deep tribute to their ancestors. The episode wraps up with an intense round of No Me Diga hot takes, including a recurring Entre Acts public safety warning against wearing chancletas near New York City trash piles. David Mendizábal is a Lucille Lortel and Helen Hayes Award-winning director, designer, and visionary leader shaping the landscape of contemporary American theater. They currently serve as the Associate Artistic Director and Director of In Dialog at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, a Founding Collective Member of The Sol Project, and a Producing Artistic Leader of the Obie Award-winning Movement Theatre Company. David's acclaimed directorial vision spans major works including the award-winning Mexodus at Audible Theater, The Bandit’s Place at Roundabout Theatre Company, and the upcoming City Center Fall gala production of In the Heights. An alumnus of NYU Tisch , David continues to champion authentic representation, collective storytelling, and community empowerment across the country. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and David: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @its_daveed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a high-energy episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy is joined by her "prima," TikTok superstar and actress Deanna Giulietti. The two Connecticut natives kick things off with a rowdy game of dominoes, where Deanna makes the controversial claim that deep dish pizza is superior to thin crust. They swap New York City horror stories, including the time a rat ran over Linedy’s foot in Washington Heights, and debate the ultimate airport rules—concluding that while taking your shoes off is a privilege reserved for business class, wearing socks through the TSA scanner is a non-negotiable hygiene requirement. The heart of the episode explores Deanna’s incredible journey through the "messy middle" of the entertainment industry. She shares how the pandemic pause transformed her from a cruise ship performer in Jersey Boys to a construction worker building outdoor offices with her father. Deanna gets candid about the "star success" vs. the financial reality of booking her first acting jobs   that did not  pay the bills, leading to her being evicted from her apartment even as her social media following exploded. From discussing the empowerment of producing her own show, Barbara and Kenneth, to Linedy sharing her own dream of becoming the next Guy Fieri to rate restaurants, this episode proves that being multi-faceted is the key to surviving the in-between. Deanna Giulietti is a multi-hyphenate actress, content creator, and social media sensation widely known for her infectious positivity and "10 out of 10" energy. She recently starred as JoJo in the Paper Mill Playhouse production of Mystic Pizza and originated the role of Hips in First Bloody Girls. A proud Connecticut native, Deanna’s career includes performing in Jersey Boys on Norwegian Cruise Lines and leading a sold-out run of her fringe show, Barbara and Kenneth, which she is now personally producing for its next journey. When she isn't on stage or filming viral TikToks, Deanna is an interior design enthusiast. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Deanna: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: @deannagiulietti Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with the luminous Jordan Tyson, who is currently starring as Eurydice in the Tony Award winning musical, Hadestown. The duo kicks things off with a high-stakes game of dominoes, where Jordan reveals she would rather travel to the past to keep the future a surprise and admits she is firmly in the "claim both armrests" camp when stuck in an airplane middle seat. They also bond over their shared Caribbean roots and the surprising fact that Jordan is a fluent Italian speaker, as well as Spanish since she grew up surrounded by Spanish speakers on Long Island.  The heart of the episode dives into the "intermission" moments of Jordan’s career, including a pivotal six-month break between her roles in Gypsy and Hadestown. Jordan gets candid about a time before her Broadway debut when she almost pivoted to a "Plan B" because the struggle of being a working actor felt too heavy. She also shares her journey as a recording artist and songwriter under the name, lovejordan, a passion she cultivated during the pandemic by teaching herself guitar via YouTube. From discussing her "easeful" audition process for Eurydice to a hilarious Hadestown-themed round of Bed, Wed, Dead, this episode is a beautiful look at trusting the timing of your life. Jordan Tyson is a multi-talented actress and recording artist currently starring as Eurydice in the Tony Award winning musical Hadestown on Broadway. She originated the role of Young Allie in The Notebook on Broadway and garnered critical acclaim for her performance as June in Gypsy opposite Audra McDonald. Outside of the theater, she performs and releases original music as a singer-songwriter under the moniker lovejordan, having recently released her debut single. A proud New Yorker with a deep love for language and simplicity, Jordan continues to be a rising force on both the stage and the music charts. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Jordan: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @curlybroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with Tony Award winner Bailey Ryon to discuss the unique journey of growing up in the spotlight and returning to the stage as an adult. The episode kicks off with Linedy’s signature game of dominoes, where Bailey reveals her niche as a "TV nerd," sharing her love for shows like The Traitors, Bridgerton, and Derry Girls. They bond over their shared experiences as "flat, thin crust" pizza enthusiasts and discuss the hilarious reality of being a clumsy performer who would much rather fall on stage than forget a line. In the heart of the conversation, Bailey reflects on the "in-between" periods that allowed her to find herself outside of the industry after winning a Tony at just 10 years old. She shares heartwarming stories of how her mother protected her during her time in Matilda, ensuring she could still "be a child" by playing at the infamous Broadway playground with other young performers. Bailey also dives into the creative excitement of her current role in the new musical Beaches, explaining the fast paced nature of tech rehearsals and the thrill of working with a collaborative team that is constantly refining new scenes and lines. Bailey Ryon is a Tony Award winning actress who made history at age 10 as one of the original stars of Matilda The Musical on Broadway. For her performance, she received a Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre and a Grammy Award nomination. After taking time away from the spotlight to attend college for musical theater, she returned to the stage in the national tour of Kimberly Akimbo. Bailey is currently back on Broadway originating a new role in the world premiere musical Beaches at the iconic Majestic Theatre. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Bailey: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @baileyrryon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linedy sits down with the incredibly versatile Melissa Barrera. The two start their conversation with a fun game of dominoes, discussing their love for spicy salsa from NYC’s Mexican restaurant Cuerno, and debating the age-old question of whether Jack could have fit on the door in the movie Titanic. Melissa also explains why filming slasher movies is essentially just playing pretend, though she actively avoids supernatural horror films due to her upbringing. Backstage at her current Broadway show Titanique, Melissa shares hilarious stories about her castmates, from Frankie Grande’s pre-show ritual of blasting Celine Dion in the dressing room to Constantine “Connie” Rousouli’s  “attempt” at speaking Spanish with her.. Moving into the "in between" moments of her career, Melissa gets incredibly vulnerable about facing rejection and navigating systemic racism in Hollywood. She reveals how she combats these industry barriers, and strives to open doors for herself and her community. Melissa also opens up about overcoming singing trauma from a past reality show to land her current Broadway role, a journey that involved canceling a Zoom audition and flying herself to New York to prove her dedication. Offering profound advice for artists dealing with the negative outside noise, she shares a powerful quote about how a boat only sinks from the water it lets in, reminding listeners to value the opinions of loved ones over internet critics and trolls . Melissa Barrera is a global powerhouse actress and singer whose dynamic career spans from Mexican telenovelas to massive Hollywood franchises. She captured audiences globally with her stunning portrayal of Vanessa in the film adaptation of In the Heights. Since then, she has dominated the screen, surviving Ghostface in the Scream films, leading the Netflix survival hit Keep Breathing, and starring in the cult favorite horror rom com Your Monster. Currently having a massive 2026, Melissa leads the Peacock spy thriller The Copenhagen Test and is making her highly anticipated Broadway debut starring as Rose in the hit musical comedy Titanique. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Melissa: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@melissabarreram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a brand new episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy sits down with the incredibly talented Broadway chameleon Carrie St. Louis. The two kick off the show with a game of dominoes, debating whether a taco is technically a sandwich and declaring that a mix of apples and goldfish makes the perfect twelve hour rehearsal snack. Carrie also shows off her Spanish skills, revealing that she practices with her Mexican husband, who playfully notes that her personality is much cheekier en español. The fun continues with a hilarious round of Bed, Wed, Dead, where Carrie chooses the Jellicle Ball over the Phantom of the Opera and weds Dolly Parton's boundless energy. Diving into the in between periods of a performer's life, Carrie opens up about the unique challenge of working in an industry where you are used to receiving applause at the end of the day. She discusses the importance of learning to self validate and finding fulfillment in one’s side passions, like her business as a vocal coach. Carrie also shares fascinating insights into playing real life icons versus fictitious ones on Broadway. She talks about the whirlwind of originating a role in Nashville with Dolly Parton sitting right in front of her, noting the physical toll of shifting her vocal larynx placement to match the country legend. Looking ahead, she reflects on the freedom of stepping into her upcoming return to Broadway as Sandra Dee under the direction of Alex Timbers, describing her current season of life as serendipitous, excited, and present.Carrie St. Louis is a master vocal shapeshifter known for her dynamic range and comedic brilliance. She has graced the Broadway stage in beloved roles such as the pristine soprano Glinda in Wicked, the gritty rocker in Rock of Ages, and the campy Rose in Titanique. Most recently, Carrie achieved the remarkable feat of originating the role of Dolly Parton in a brand new world premiere musical. Up next, she is thrillingly preparing to star as Sandra Dee in the critically acclaimed Broadway production of Just in Time. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Carrie: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: @carriestlouis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a beautifully raw and wildly entertaining episode of Entre Acts with host Linedy Genao! This week, Linedy is joined by the multitalented Brandon Contreras, a true native New Yorker of Dominican, Puerto Rican, and Colombian descent. The two real-life friends kick off the show with a game of dominoes, diving headfirst into a passionate discussion about the ultimate bodega counter orders. Brandon breaks down his rigorous three-tier sandwich system—ranging from a structured breakfast platter to his late-night "bad girl" double cheeseburger and the greasy magic of a perfectly seasoned chopped cheese. They revisit millennial nostalgia via TRL fashion trends, debate the "boredom of routine" versus the "fear of the unknown,”, and share a mutual terror of the deep ocean. Linedy even shares a terrifying childhood memory of a Make-A-Wish family parasailing trip to Hawaii that dropped her straight into the deep blue sea. As they layer into the heartfelt middle of the sándwichito format, Brandon gets vulnerable about the immense weight of entering the "business of affirmations.” He reflects on the high-profile whirlwind of making his Broadway debut in the ensemble of Tom Kitt's Almost Famous, only to experience the devastating double-grief of the show abruptly closing while simultaneously walking through a painful romantic breakup. Brandon details his sudden, savings-clearing impulse trip across Europe to find out who he was outside of his job and a relationship, proving that the "in-between" spaces are an essential invitation for absolute stillness and self-reflection. He also shares how those periods of not seeing authentic, joyful queer stories in traditional rooms inspired him and his best friend, Matt Coriano, to create The Homo Sapien Experience—a modern digital sketch comedy platform that has built a fiercely protective community of millions. The episode winds down with a festive look at Brandon's strict timeline for taking down a Christmas tree, an intense round of In the Heights-themed "Bed, Wed, Dead,” and a breakdown of why he is actively manifesting a villain edit on The Amazing Race. Brandon Contreras (he/him) is a multi-hyphenate Dominican-Puerto Rican-Colombian storyteller, content creator, and digital media trailblazer born and raised in New York City. He made his highly anticipated Broadway debut in the original company of Tom Kitt's Almost Famous and has performed extensively across elite regional theaters, independent films, and network television. As the visionary co-founder and co-director of The Homo Sapien Experience, Brandon has seamlessly blended traditional theatrical comedy with modern digital media, building a global platform of millions dedicated to queer humor, intersectional Latinx storytelling, and lighthearted advocacy. He is currently bringing his dynamic energy and brilliant comedic timing to the stage in the hit, Tony-nominated musical Operation Mincemeat. This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Linedy and Brandon: IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@linedygenao⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG & TT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@entreacts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ IG: ⁠@ohhey_brandon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices