Plus, hear Nicholas share embarrassing audition stories, talk about near death experiences (he's had two!) and discuss the relationship between creativity and courage.

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Check out the original cast recording, now available to download and stream on iTunes & Spotify!

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About the show:

Millennial fashion designer Wes has just purchased an abandoned building, but little does he know that this forgotten gem was the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant ‘70s gay bar in the French Quarter of New Orleans, starting an exhilarating journey of seduction and self-exploration in the summertime heat with the rush of lust, sex and incense mixed in the air.

A provocative new musical, The View UpStairs is inspired by the true story of the 1973 arson attack that was the largest single attack against the LGBTQ+ community until the Pulse Nightclub shootings in Florida in 2016. Filled with a collection of beautiful love songs and power rock ballads, this is a musical about friendship, community, how far we’ve come and how far we still have yet to go. It is a story of hope; and it’s a rainbow rollercoaster you do not want to miss.

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Connect with Jane on Instagram: @janejourdan

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About Jane Jourdan:

Jane is the Founder of Fit for Broadway®, a community-powered wellness philosophy highlighting the health and lifestyle practices of Broadway performers. Fit for Broadway has expanded from online content to events & workshops, non-profit and educational partnerships, products to elevate positive messaging, and a growing popular community online and in New York City. Jane loves being a catalyst for health initiatives as well as bridging the gap between industry professionals and students. Advocating for wellness curriculum in the education system is Jane’s greatest mission through Fit for Broadway.

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Join me and today’s guest Max Vernon (book, music and lyrics - The View Upstairs) as we talk all about bringing his off-Broadway musical to London, being a queer creative in the theatre industry and the unique challenges when writing a show based on a forgotten piece of LGBTQ history.

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Connect with Max on Twitter: @MaxVernon

Instagram: @frauleinsallybowels

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Book tickets to see The View Upstairs, currently playing at the Soho Theatre until August 24th 2019: http://theviewupstairs.co.uk/

Check out the original cast recording, now available to download and stream on iTunes & Spotify!

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About the show:

Millennial fashion designer Wes has just purchased an abandoned building, but little does he know that this forgotten gem was the UpStairs Lounge, a vibrant ‘70s gay bar in the French Quarter of New Orleans, starting an exhilarating journey of seduction and self-exploration in the summertime heat with the rush of lust, sex and incense mixed in the air.

A provocative new musical, The View UpStairs is inspired by the true story of the 1973 arson attack that was the largest single attack against the LGBTQ+ community until the Pulse Nightclub shootings in Florida in 2016. Filled with a collection of beautiful love songs and power rock ballads, this is a musical about friendship, community, how far we’ve come and how far we still have yet to go. It is a story of hope; and it’s a rainbow rollercoaster you do not want to miss.

About Max Vernon:

Max is a 3 time Drama Desk nominee, Out100 Honoree, and recipient of the Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical, Richard Rodgers Award, Jonathan Larson Grant, New York Stage and Film's Founders Award, New York Foundation of the Arts Fellowship, and the JFund Award from the Jerome Foundation.

His musical, The View UpStairs, ran 105 performances Off-Broadway; original cast recording is available on Broadway Records. His other musical, KPOP, enjoyed a sold-out, extended run at Ars Nova and was the most nominated Off-Broadway show of the 2017-2018 season. Notable concert performances include the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Joe's Pub, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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 Listen to us chat about cultural influences, being an introvert in a traditionally extroverted industry and how unlocking your authentic self can lead to incredible opportunities both on stage and in life.

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Listen to us chat about the unique challenges that acting in an immersive production entails, transforming self-doubt into fearlessness, and why putting audiences at the heart of the story is the future of live theatre.

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Click play and listen to us chat about the difference between performing in the US versus in Australia, finding courage to create your own opportunities, the ways in which directing has influenced his perception of acting, and so much more! 🎧

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I thought to do things a little bit differently this week and to record a solo episode just to check in with you all and to reflect on the biggest learnings and wow moments from the last couple of months of working on Goodversations. I am SO GRATEFUL for all your amazing support in making this podcast happen, so thank you again so much for clicking play - it really does mean a lot to me!

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Listen to us chat about his passion for directing, the joys and difficulties of living on a Broadway schedule and traveling 35 countries with one of the world's best known collegiate a cappella groups.

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Listen to us chat about all things Six the Musical, working with your idols and why we should all be using social media to cultivate positivity and acceptance. Follow us on Instagram @goodversations to be the first one to know when a new episode comes out!

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Listen to us chat about what it means to be a swing covering 5 different roles in a touring production, the truth about living out of suitcases and why you're never too fancy to be kind to fans  at stage door because it really does go a long way.

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Listen to us chat about his experience growing up on Broadway, the joys and hardships of navigating 8-show weeks while still in high school and why his fake-prom was SO much better than the real one.

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Listen to us chat about Kristen's experience of building her own brand at the age of 21, the practicalities of getting Broadway's biggest names on board with her project and why being a fan can really go a long way.

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Listen to us chat about the unbelievable real life encounter that inspired him to develop an original musical, the many joys (and difficulties!) of starting out in the theatre industry, and so much more.

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