Explore every episode of the podcast Game Changers with Katharine Quinn
Dive into the complete episode list for Game Changers with Katharine Quinn. Each episode is cataloged with detailed descriptions, making it easy to find and explore specific topics. Keep track of all episodes from your favorite podcast and never miss a moment of insightful content.
Rows per page:
50
1–18 of 18
Title
Pub. Date
Duration
How Jenny Gersten Reimagines Theatre on the New York City Center Stage | Game Changers w/ Katharine Quinn
20 Jan 2026
00:42:22
Jenny Gersten is reshaping musical theater at New York City Center—and she's not afraid to take risks. From programming Bat Boy as a gala to championing forgotten gems like High Spirits, the VP and Artistic Director of Encores! is proving that bold choices and passionate collaborators make magic happen. In this conversation, Jenny opens up about her legendary theatrical lineage, the brutal realities facing nonprofit theater, her unexpected detour running Virgin Voyages' entertainment, and why she believes community-building is the secret ingredient to great art. Plus: exclusive reveals about the 2026 Encores! season, including La Cage aux Folles with Billy Porter and Wayne Brady.
This is Game Changers—your backstage pass to the innovators transforming Broadway.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Producer Jake Ropka
Editor Brian Truong
Associate Producer Eli Tokash
Photographer and Production Assistant Olivia Kuan Romano
0:00 Meet Jenny Gersten 8:45 Bat Boy Resistance 15:32 Theatrical Lineage 22:18 Williamstown 31:47 Selecting Encores! Shows 38:29 2026 Season Reveals 45:52 Virgin Voyages Era 53:16 Fixing Broadway 1:02:41 Heroes and Inspiration
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL's Director Zhailon Levingston | Game Changers w/ Katharine Quinn
06 Jan 2026
00:48:53
Kicking off our Game Changer's Season 2 is Zhailon Levingston! Game Changers is the show where Broadway Marketer and Producer, Katharine Quinn, chats with current broadway professionals leading the charge in changing the industry.
Zhailon Levingston is a Louisiana-raised storyteller, director, and activist. He is a Board Member for the Broadway Advocacy Coalition, which he co-created, and teaches the Theatre of Change course at Columbia University.
Step into the rehearsal room with Zhailon Levingston, Broadway's youngest Black director and the visionary behind CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL. In this raw and revelatory conversation with producer Katharine Quinn, Zhailon opens up about directing on Broadway before 30, navigating neurodivergence in theater, and reimagining an iconic musical through the lens of ballroom culture. From sleeping on broken futons to making history, this is the story of an artist who's rewriting the rules—one boundary-pushing production at a time.
🎭 And That's Showbiz brings you behind-the-scenes access to the innovators transforming theater. Fan-forward. Digital-first. Unapologetically Broadway.
Catch CATS: The Jellicle Ball March 2026 at the Broadhurst Theatre!
In partnership with The Lights of Broadway Showcards (https://www.thelightsofbroadway.nyc/)
Director Katharine Quinn
Producer Jake Ropka
Editor Brian Truong
After Jesse Green: What’s Next for Theater Criticism?
17 Jul 2025
01:23:09
The New York Times just reassigned Jesse Green, its longtime and only full-time theater critic — a move that could mark a turning point for arts journalism and Broadway coverage. But is this a thoughtful evolution… or a quiet dismantling of theater criticism as we’ve known it?
In this episode from And That’s Showbiz, Katharine Quinn is joined by two of the most insightful voices in the space: dramaturg and digital creator Kate Reinking and YouTube critic and commentator Mickey-Jo Boucher. Together, they unpack what this shift really means for the future of criticism, influence, and who gets to shape the cultural conversation.
They discuss:
Jesse Green’s legacy — and the reviews that stuck with them (for better or worse)
The rise of video, TikTok, and creator-driven theater commentary
Whether the NYT is clearing space for new voices or phasing out criticism entirely
What replaces the authority of a “Critic’s Pick” — and whether it still matters
This is an open conversation between three people who care deeply about theater and how we talk about it.
Join host Katharine Quinn for a conversation with Tony Award-winning designer and producer Clint Ramos on this episode of "Game Changers." From his early days using theater as activism during the Marcos dictatorship in the Philippines to becoming the first person of color to win a Tony Award for Costume Design, Clint shares his remarkable journey in American theater.
Discover how Clint's passion for design began in his Filipino boarding school, his transition to NYU, and how his relationship with theater legends like George C Wolfe and Jeanine Tesori shaped his career. With candid insights about his experience designing over 250 shows, including Broadway hits like "Eclipsed," "Once On This Island," and "Slave Play," Clint offers a masterclass in creative evolution and resilience.
The conversation also explores Clint's transition into producing at New York City Center's Encores! series, where he's helping revitalize the institution by attracting younger, more diverse audiences. He discusses the complexities of Broadway as both an artistic and commercial enterprise,and shares his vision for the future of American theater.
This inspiring discussion between old friends (who first met during a production of "Cabaret" at Dallas Theater Center) reveals why Clint has become one of theater's most influential voices both onstage and behind the scenes.
ABOUT GAME CHANGERS: Broadway's most innovative voices take center stage as host Katharine Quinn sits down with the creative forces revolutionizing American theater. From groundbreaking composers to visionary directors, Tony winners to emerging talents – dive deep into the minds of theater's boldest changemakers. No filters, no boundaries, just honest conversations about pushing creative limits and reimagining what theater can be.
Part of And That's Showbiz, Broadway's new digital content network delivering unprecedented access to theater's established and emerging voices. Also available wherever you listen to Podcasts.
WATCH MORE AND THAT'S SHOWBIZ: I'll Drink To That with Melanie Sutrathada Slime Tutorial with Wildlin Pierrevil The Next Big Thing Jesse Lynn on Broadway
Join host and Broadway strategist Katharine Quinn on "Game Changers" for an insightful conversation with Mickey Jo Boucher, the influential theater YouTuber behind Mickey Jo Theatre. From his beginnings as a secret theater blogger to becoming a pioneering digital theater critic with a global audience, Mickey Jo shares his unique journey navigating the theater industry on both sides of the Atlantic.
Discover how Mickey Jo built his platform as "the artist's critic," his approach to honest theater reviews in the digital age, and the challenges of being perceived as a "disruptor" in traditional theater criticism. Learn about the differences between Broadway and West End audience engagement, the evolution of digital theater coverage, and how social media is reshaping how audiences discover shows.
Mickey Jo also reveals how his audience surprisingly skews American despite being UK-based and his thoughtful perspectives on the future of theater criticism. This conversation offers valuable insights for theater creators, digital content makers, and anyone passionate about the evolving relationship between social media and the stage.
Filmed at the Highlight Room, presented by Tao Group Videography by Sub/Urban Productions Edited by Masha Mikhailova Sound by Jake Musiker
ABOUT GAME CHANGERS: Broadway's most innovative voices take center stage as host Katharine Quinn sits down with the creative forces revolutionizing American theater. From groundbreaking composers to visionary directors, Tony winners to emerging talents – dive deep into the minds of theater's boldest changemakers. No filters, no boundaries, just honest conversations about pushing creative limits and reimagining what theater can be.
Part of And That's Showbiz, Broadway's new digital content network delivering unprecedented access to theater's established and emerging voices. Also available wherever you listen to Podcasts.
ENJOY MORE AND THAT'S SHOWBIZ ON YOUTUBE: I'll Drink To That with Melanie Sutrathada Slime Tutorial with Wildlin Pierrevil The Next Big Thing Jesse Lynn on Broadway
Join host and Broadway strategist Katharine Quinn on "Game Changers" for an illuminating conversation with Broadway producer Greg Nobile of Seaview Productions. From his humble beginnings in Connecticut community theater to producing Tony Award-winning shows, Greg shares his journey, challenges, and insights into Broadway's evolving landscape.
In this candid discussion, Greg reveals the realities of producing new musicals in today's market, his decade-long journey with "Lempicka," and how star-driven limited engagements have become a successful model in the post-pandemic era. Discover how Seaview Productions is revolutionizing audience engagement, the critical path from Off-Broadway to Broadway success, and Greg's dream of producing a classic tap-dancing musical.
Whether you're an aspiring producer or Broadway enthusiast, Greg's practical wisdom about finding your artistic community and starting where you are will inspire theater makers at all levels. #BroadwayProducer #GregNoble #SeaviewProductions #Broadway #TheatreProducing #LempickaMusical #RomeoAndJuliet #BroadwayBusiness #KatharineQuinn #ShowBizTalk #TheatreLife #BroadwayCreatives #NewMusicals #OffBroadway #Entertainment
Filmed at the Highlight Room, presented by Tao Group Videography by Sub/Urban Productions Edited by Masha Mikhailova Sound by Jake Musiker
ABOUT GAME CHANGERS: Broadway's most innovative voices take center stage as host Katharine Quinn sits down with the creative forces revolutionizing American theater. From groundbreaking composers to visionary directors, Tony winners to emerging talents – dive deep into the minds of theater's boldest changemakers. No filters, no boundaries, just honest conversations about pushing creative limits and reimagining what theater can be.
Part of And That's Showbiz, Broadway's new digital content network delivering unprecedented access to theater's established and emerging voices. Also available wherever you listen to Podcasts.
WATCH MORE AND THAT'S SHOWBIZ: I'll Drink To That with Melanie Sutrathada Slime Tutorial with Wildlin Pierrevil The Next Big Thing Jesse Lynn on Broadway
Join host and Broadway strategist Katharine Quinn on "Game Changers" for an insightful conversation with digital theater pioneer Jess Ryan. As one of Broadway's leading experts in livestreaming and digital capture, Jess explores the evolving landscape of filmed theater, audience engagement in the digital age, and the future of hybrid theatrical experiences. Watch as these two innovators discuss the technical and artistic challenges of translating stage magic to screen, the economics of digital distribution, and how emerging technologies are creating new opportunities for global theater access. Jess's groundbreaking work in theatrical livestreaming is helping reshape how we experience and preserve live performance.
Filmed at the Highlight Room, presented by Tao Group Videography by Sub/Urban Productions Edited by Masha Mikhailova Sound by Jake Musiker
ABOUT GAME CHANGERS: Broadway's most innovative voices take center stage as host Katharine Quinn sits down with the creative forces revolutionizing American theater. From groundbreaking composers to visionary directors, Tony winners to emerging talents – dive deep into the minds of theater's boldest changemakers. No filters, no boundaries, just honest conversations about pushing creative limits and reimagining what theater can be. Part of And That's Showbiz, Broadway's new digital content network delivering unprecedented access to theater's established and emerging voices. Also available wherever you listen to Podcasts.
WATCH MORE AND THAT'S SHOWBIZ: I'll Drink To That with Melanie Sutrathada Slime Tutorial with Wildlin Pierrevil The Next Big Thing Jesse Lynn on Broadway
Join host and Broadway strategist Katharine Quinn on "Game Changers" for an electric conversation with viral dance sensation Cost N Mayor (Austin Telenko and Marideth Batchelor). Fresh off choreographing two acclaimed productions of Waitress, this dynamic duo breaks down their journey from TikTok stardom to being Broadway's next creative force.
Watch as Austin and Marideth share their unique perspective on the demanding world of musical theater choreography, their serendipitous meeting that led to social media fame, and how they're revolutionizing the intersection of dance and digital media. Get an exclusive look into their creative process and a sneak peek at their next Broadway-bound project.
Don't miss this candid discussion about the evolution of theater dance, building an authentic online presence, and what it really takes to make it in the industry. Their fresh take on musical theater movement and innovative approach to social media will inspire creators across all platforms.
Filmed at the Melrose Podcast Studio, Los Angeles Edited by Masha Mikhailova
ABOUT GAME CHANGERS: Broadway's most innovative voices take center stage as host Katharine Quinn sits down with the creative forces revolutionizing American theater. From groundbreaking composers to visionary directors, Tony winners to emerging talents – dive deep into the minds of theater's boldest changemakers. No filters, no boundaries, just honest conversations about pushing creative limits and reimagining what theater can be. Part of And That's Showbiz, Broadway's new digital content network delivering unprecedented access to theater's established and emerging voices. Also available wherever you listen to Podcasts.
WATCH MORE AND THAT'S SHOWBIZ: I'll Drink To That with Melanie Sutrathada Slime Tutorial with Wildlin Pierrevil The Next Big Thing Jesse Lynn on Broadway
Join host Katharine Quinn for an extraordinary episode of "Game Changers" featuring Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, lyricist, and playwright Michael R. Jackson, the revolutionary force behind Broadway sensations "A Strange Loop," "White Girl in Danger," and "Teeth." In this intimate conversation, Jackson pulls back the curtain on his groundbreaking approach to musical theater, sharing how he's challenging conventions and reshaping the American musical landscape.
From making history as the first Black queer writer to win both the Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize for Drama, to his fearless exploration of identity and art in contemporary theater, Jackson embodies the spirit of innovation that's transforming Broadway. Our discussion delves deep into his creative process, the evolution of musical theater in the 21st century, and his vision for a more inclusive, boundary-pushing Broadway.
Whether you're a theater professional seeking industry insights, a Broadway enthusiast hungry for behind-the-scenes stories, or a culture lover interested in the future of performing arts, this episode offers an unprecedented look into the mind of one of musical theater's most distinctive voices. Join us as we explore how Jackson's work is not just creating entertainment, but catalyzing meaningful change in American theater.
She grew up bouncing on her mom's lap at Mizz Magazine. Now, Bess Wohl has a Pulitzer Prize, a Tony nomination, and a Broadway play asking the question she spent her whole life afraid to answer. In this episode of Gamechangers, playwright Bess Wohl sits down with Katharine Quinn for a conversation that covers everything from the future of AI in theater, the stat about Broadway history that will genuinely make your jaw drop, and how she found out she won the Pulitzer... playing catch at the park. Liberation changed something in audiences. Bess tells us exactly what, and why she's not done asking the hard questions. And That's Showbiz is your digital-first, fan-forward home for Broadway. 🎭 New episodes every week. Subscribe so you don't miss a thing.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Assistant Director Eli Tokash
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer Olivia Kuan Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
0:00 Intro 1:20 AI Hot Take 2:29 Funeral Attire 9:10 Pulitzer Moment 10:27 Review Horror 14:10 The Big Question 15:51 Mom Regrets 20:14 Seeing the Show 24:34 Transubstantiation 30:00 40-Year Stat
What happens when two legends of the ballroom scene are handed the keys to one of Broadway's most iconic shows? Choreographers Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons sit down with host Katharine Quinn to talk about Cats: The Jellicle Ball. tThe Tony-nominated production that turned a junkyard full of cats into a ball, and a classic into something completely electric. From competing on the same floors two decades ago to redefining what Broadway movement can look like, this conversation goes deep on craft, culture, and what it really means to bring ballroom to the Great White Way.
And That's Showbiz Fan-forward. Now.
🎟️ Cats: The Jellicle Ball is playing now at the Broadhurst Theatre.
Christopher Gattelli on the Broadway Avengers in Schmigadoon!
27 May 2026
00:29:31
Christopher Gattelli has 120+ Broadway credits in his ensemble alone! The director and choreographer of Schmigadoon! sits down with Katharine Quinn to talk about the show that was always destined for Broadway. It just had to take the long way. From a cold Instagram DM with the creator of Despicable Me, to working alongside Julie Andrews, to reconstructing a Golden Age musical from scratch in two weeks flat. If you've ever felt the tap break in Corn Puddin' in your bones, this conversation is for you. Schmigadoon! is now on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre.
And That's Showbiz is Broadway for the fans, the obsessives, and everyone who cried at a tap number. New episodes every week.
🔔 Subscribe so you never miss a conversation.
Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Editor Brian Truong
Associate Producer Eli Tokash
Photographer Olivia Kuan-Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
0:00 Intro 0:51 The Instagram DM 1:40 Dream Job Origin 3:22 Love Letter Defined 5:36 Homage vs. Spoof 9:26 TV to Broadway 13:53 DC to Broadway Changes 16:23 Tap's Big Comeback 17:44 The Magic of Transitions 26:18 The Broadway Avengers
Michael Arden & Dane Laffrey Reveal How The Lost Boys Works
07 May 2026
00:23:13
Michael Arden and Dane Laffrey have built seven Broadway shows together, and with The Lost Boys, they may have outdone themselves. Flying rigs on curves. Lifts in the floor. A vampire story told with the rigor of a magic trick. Katharine Quinn sits down with the Tony nominated design duo for a conversation about what it actually takes to make theater that surprises you and why they're never, ever done.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Assistant Director Eli Tokash
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer Olivia Kuan Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
Meet Dane & Michael 0:20 Loving Puzzles 1:46 Chasing Surprise 2:40 Looks Impossible 4:52 Flying Explained 5:09 Wire Philosophy 7:22 Lighting Design 8:50 Preview Process 16:27 Collaborative Journey 19:32 Most Fun Yet 21:24
From Newsroom to Broadway: Eva Price's Unlikely Path to the Top
05 May 2026
00:33:31
She's produced two Broadway shows in one season. She survived as an assignment editor, worked the Gore 2000 campaign, and bet on herself anyway. Tony Award-winning producer Eva Price sits down with Katharine Quinn to talk about how naivete is a superpower, why joy is an act of resistance, and what it really takes to bring a show from a Gristedes basement to the St. James Theatre.
We talk about Titanique, Liberation, Jagged Little Pill, and what it means to fall in love with a show hard enough to produce it.
And That's Showbiz is your digital-first, fan-forward home for Broadway conversations that go beyond the marquee.
🎭 Subscribe for new episodes.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Assistant Director Eli Tokash
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer Olivia Kuan Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
0:00 Meet Eva Price 1:39 News to Broadway 4:06 Healthy Delusion 8:24 First Shows Fail 15:36 Discovering Titanique 17:26 Liberation Surprise 19:43 The Through Line 21:45 Joy Resists 23:50 Broadway vs. AI 28:28 Jagged Little Pill
TV to Broadway - Schmigadoon's Cinco Paul Reveals What Changed
28 Apr 2026
00:37:51
Cinco Paul is the writer behind Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets, and Schmigadoon! on Apple TV+. Today, he sits down with Katharine Quinn to talk about what it actually feels like when the thing you've been carrying for three decades finally lands on a Broadway stage. We get into the songs he cut, the ones he wrote in a panic, the director who changed everything, and the couple he watched kiss each other in the front row during previews.
And That's Showbiz is Broadway for the digital age: fan-first, industry-honest, and always in the room where it happens. Subscribe.
🎭 Schmigadoon! on Broadway is now playing at the Nederlander Theatre
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Assistant Director Eli Tokash
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer Olivia Kuan Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
0:05 Meet Cinco Paul 0:35 First Love 2:23 Apple Said Yes 7:52 10 New Songs 9:07 Melissa's Epiphany 9:47 DC Lessons 13:26 Chris Gattelli Magic 22:36 Sweet Jesus Revealed 25:16 Power of Love 28:35 Sweeney Todd!
35:52 Theater's Magic Moment
Katie Spelman On The Notebook's Most Beautiful Number
31 Mar 2026
00:56:24
She choreographed The Notebook on Broadway, she's the force behind The Agnes Index, and she's about to take on Wild Party at City Center. In this episode of Game Changers, Katharine Quinn sits down with director-choreographer Katie Spelman for a wide-ranging conversation about what it really takes to build a career behind the table. Katie gets candid about the moment she walked off stage for good, what associate life actually looks like when the wings are closed, and why she started counting the men and women on every Broadway creative team. Plus: Brigadoon, film & TV choreography, and a rapid fire round that goes fully off the rails. 🎙 Game Changers is a production of And That's Showbiz — the fan-forward, digital-first Broadway media outlet. Follow And That's Showbiz for more conversations with Broadway's boldest voices. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe. Tell us who we should talk to next.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer and Production Assistant Olivia Kuan Romano
Post Production Supervisor Jake Ropka
0:42 Meet Katie Spelman 1:06 Chicago Ballet Roots 5:14 Leaving the Stage 7:27 Finding Steven Hoggett 21:34 The Notebook Begins 30:43 Staging "I Want To Go Back" 32:41 Wild Party Preview 38:49 The Agnes Index 39:56 Who's Behind the Table? 54:29 Fixing Broadway's Power
Alex Timbers Had 4 BROADWAY Shows at Once
05 Feb 2026
00:47:46
In Episode 4 of Game Changers Season 2, Katharine Quinn chats with Tony-winning Director, Alex Timbers. Alex reveals the chaotic brilliance behind Moulin Rouge, the resurrection of Beetlejuice, and confetti cannons of intestines. Listen as one of Broadway's most visually audacious storytellers talks about maximalism, TikTok saves, and why tech should feel like a spa day. This is Game Changers - your backstage pass to the innovators transforming Broadway.
🎭 Subscribe to And That's Showbiz for more insider conversations with the people shaping theater today.
Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn
Editor Brian Truong
Photographer and Production Assistant Olivia Kuan Romano
Timestamped Chapters 0:00 Four Broadway Shows 2:15 Public Access Origins 8:45 Fake Dance Company 15:30 Hell House Chaos 28:42 Jersey Boys Mentorship 35:18 Emo President Musical 52:47 Moulin Rouge Development 1:08:23 Beetlejuice's Resurrection 1:32:15 Tech as Collaboration 1:45:50 Future of Design
Cody Renard Richard on his 24 BROADWAY SHOWS by 30
28 Jan 2026
00:28:03
In Episode 3 of Game Changers Katharine sits down with Cody Renard Richard, the stage manager behind Hamilton, Ragtime, and 24 Broadway shows. From fighting to keep his first Broadway gig to launching a scholarship that's given $500K to emerging stage managers, Cody's journey proves that asking for what you want changes everything. This conversation gets real about navigating a "dying" Broadway, leading with joy under pressure, and why the theater industry is finally embracing multi-hyphenates. Plus: the moment he knew he'd made it, and why his friends are his biggest inspiration. And That's Showbiz: where Broadway meets the digital age. Fan-forward. Industry-smart. Always authentic. Director and Executive Producer Katharine Quinn Producer Jake Ropka Editor Brian Truong Associate Producer Eli Tokash Photographer and Production Assistant Olivia Kuan Romano
00:00 Cody Renard Richard 02:46 Multi-Hyphenate Acceptance 05:07 High School Mentor 07:01 Broadway Awakening 09:27 Never Accept No 11:14 Leadership Style 14:29 Kelly Clarkson Show 18:31 Intentional Visibility 20:43 Broadway's Future 23:09 Millennial Resilience