American Idol finalist and Tony Award nominee Constantine Maroulis is starring as Drew in the first national tour of ROCK OF AGES. We talked about how the fans of Rock of Ages make the show a success.

Three-time Tony Award nominee Randy Skinner will choreograph an upcoming stage version of Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS. We spoke at Columbia College about this immense holiday production, and how the dance arrangements, costumes, orchestrations and look of the show will transport you back to 1954.

We spoke about his feelings of guilt, redemption and fear and why this particular role drew him back home to Chicago.

Tanya and I spoke at the Goodman Theatre about her new play EL NOGALAR (pecan orchard) a loose adaptation of Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard.

Eric and I spoke about the extreme physical demands of the role, including the make-up, prosthetics and 40-pound costume, and why this role is a dream come true.

Jackie had me laughing throughout the interview, as we talked about how he made his transition from the synagogue to the comedy club.

I spoke with Lou at the Cadillac Palace Theatre at a news conference with Mayor Daley, who marked June 3rd the “10th anniversary of the Chicago theatre district.”

Martin and I spoke about the physical experience of Fuerza Bruta and the significance of bringing it to Chicago.

Eric, Victor, and I spoke about the intense preparation involved in this blend of acrobatics, dance and amazing stunts.

Emmy Award-winning actor David Lago plays the role of Elvis Presley in the smash-hit musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, playing at the Apollo Theatre in Chicago.