DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell

• “Schoolin’ Life” with Lencia Kebede

  Connor and Dylan are joined by Lencia Kebede (Wicked, Hamilton). Closing out their 6 year podcast anniversary month, the twins are thrillified to welcome Wicked on Broadway’s reigning Elphaba to the podcast! Lencia is making HISTORY as the first full-time Black Elphaba on Broadway. Recorded during Wicked: For Good’s release week, the trio discuss their favorite moments, Ariana Grande’s POWER, and the two very special screenings Lencia got to attend. We chart Lencia’s entire journey with the musical: from audition to rehearsal to opening night on the Gershwin stage. She shares her approach to the character, what this moment has meant to her, and how her co-star Allie Trimm helped welcome her to Oz. Lencia speaks about touring with two different Hamilton companies, where she played Woman 5 and then THAT GIRL Angelica Schuyler. We hear stories from Rent on Tour, singing backup for Beyoncé Knowles Carter, and greatest hits from hometown theatre. Stick around for a recap of Jinkx and DeLa’s holiday show, raves for Joshua Henry in Ragtime and Liberation on Broadway, and continued discourse of The Summer I Turned Pretty. Don’t you see… he loves her. And so. Do. We.Follow Lencia on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

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• “Kevin’s Caked Up Khakis” with Kevin Csolak

  Connor and Dylan are joined by Kevin Csolak (The Outsiders, Audra Gypsy). Live from the Bernard B. Jacobs… it’s Kevin! Having been introduced by beloved 2x DRAMA. guest Solea Pfeiffer, the twins are so delighted to finally chat with this star. Kevin, who’s currently starring as Bob in The Outsiders on Broadway, speaks on his journey with the Tony-winning Best Musical: from workshops to now playing a principal role full-time. You knowww we dig into Audra Gypsy, as our guest sang, danced, and acted his heart out as Tulsa in the glorious revival at the Majestic Theatre. We hear Kevin’s side of the epic love story with his girlfriend Solea. You’ll be swooning! Something’s coming, y’all… and it’s the burning tea on the West Side Story revival AND the Spielberg film. Kevin appeared in both, so we chat about the controversial (and ahead of its time) Broadway production, featuring direction by Ivo van Howe and starring Isaac Cole Powell (who gave an orgasmic “Maria” performance every night). Hear about working with Spielberg, highlights from the movie set, and a sneaky story about the “Officer Krupke” scene. Chess, Mean Girls, and little Kevin’s Broadway debut in The Grinch are all included in this all-timer episode. We adore Kevin, and his performance (and khakis) cannot be missed in The Outsiders through December 14!Follow Kevin on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

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• “Morgan Sun, Ella Moon, Eurydice Rising” with Morgan Dudley

  Dylan and Connor are joined by Morgan Dudley (Hadestown, Descendants: The Rise of Red). She takes us on the road that led her to this moment: starring as Eurydice in Hadestown on Broadway. We get into backstage (and onstage!) antics, Morgan’s show diary, what it’s like performing “Flowers” each night, the eight-show-a-week grind, and audience reactions. Which former Eurydices gave Morgan some advice? And what helpful direction did Rachel Chavkin provide? The entire principal cast changed over for the first time in the show’s history, as Morgan stars alongside Oliver nominee Jack Wolfe, Tony nominee/Friend of the Pod Rebecca Naomi Jones, and Tony winner Paolo Szot. GAGGY. Morgan slayed in Descendants: The Rise of Red, Jagged Little Pill on Broadway, and even writes original music. Don’t worry, we get into it ALL. Manifestations and zodiac signs play a big role, y’all! The pop culture chatter also includes the QUEEN Brandy, Gen V on Amazon, Katy Perry’s new single “bandaids”, and some true crime docs. Stick around for BTS stories with Jack Wolfe. You’re going to LOVE this conversation and Morgan. Catch her at the Walter Kerr now!Follow Morgan on Instagram & TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

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• “A Nose By Any Other Silhouette” with Plasma

  Dylan and Connor are joined by drag superstar Plasma (RuPaul’s Drag Race). This week it’s just family. Literally, as the twins (mostly Connor) are often told they share a strong resemblance to this week’s guest! We get into it! It’s a rip roaring, hilarious time with this breakout star of Drag Race’s 16th season as they celebrate the release of her new album “Is Miss Thing On?” Plasma regales the boys with Elaine Stritch musings, memories from time on the set of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” and more. This diva reflects on seeing Wicked at an impressionable age as well as seeing the 2022 Funny Girl revival during previews. Yes, the Beanie/Lea discourse continues in the year of our lord 2025! Period. She openly speaks about mental health, words of wisdom from Trixie Mattel, and her cosmic connection to Barbra Streisand. Of course we get into Drag Race, as Plasma spills on her preparation process, annihilating the Rusical challenge, and her favorite runways. There are laughs and musical theatre references galore, as well as this trio gagging over Sarah Paulson’s many characters in the Ryan Murphyverse. Stick around for Plasma and Dylan dreaming up new Rusical ideas, and be sure to check out Plasma’s live album streaming now!Follow Plasma on Instagram & TiktokFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

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• "Dharma DRAMA Initiative" with Zack Zadek

  Connor and Dylan are joined by theatre writer, screenwriter, and songwriter Zack Zadek (Deathless, The Turning). Y’all are going to love this breezy, entertaining chat with Zack, who is celebrating the release of his musical album Deathless. This recorded version features Jeremy Jordan, Kevin Atwater, Maia Reficco, Nicolette Robinson, and more stars! Hear about the inception of the musical itself, the nearly a decade-long road that led to a recorded album, and which special guest stars are on it (Yes, we have the DRAMA. exclusive, y’all!). Zack hypes up his Joe’s Pub concert, which will have many treats and surprises for lucky fans. Connor gushes over his favorite song of Zack’s, “Right Place, Right Time” from Love, Rosie. Get Lilly Collins on the horn to produce the feature length musical! We talk Lost, its inventive storytelling, characters, and legacy. We talk Broadway musical act one finales – battling it out for our favorites. And we talk about Tate McRae, movie musicals, and Jennifer Ashley Tepper. Oh, and we discuss The Turning starring Jordan Fisher and Lola Tung. Get READY! Tickets are on sale now for Zack’s Joe’s Pub concert on November 14 and you can buy and stream Deathless wherever you listen to music.Follow Zack on InstagramStream Deathless on Spotify!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

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