https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-show-biz-buzz-podcastenPerforming ArtsCopyright 2022 - Centennial Broadcasting II, LLChttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/34d9eb2b68aef0ea535f105e068735b4.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/the-show-biz-buzz-podcastThu, 18 Dec 2025 08:50:58 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkChannel B Podcast Networkted@newstalk1230.netThe Show Biz Buzz podcast takes you backstage to explore issues in the performing arts industry. You’ll get the wide-angle view from Broadway to Hollywood and then zoom-in to get the scoop on local productions happening closer to home. Patrick...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-the-donna-summer-musical-riverside--69113494
The production stars Toneisha Harris, who first wowed the nation on The Voice and has since become a familiar and celebrated presence on the Riverside stage, including a standout turn in Ghost the Musical. Now she returns to take on the iconic role of Donna Summer, calling it one of the most exciting and demanding roles of her career.

Patrick and Ted caught up with Harris to talk about her journey from national stages to local theaters, her time spent in the area, and what excites her most about bringing Donna Summer’s story and music to life.

Riverside tickets:   riversidedt.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69113494Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:49:45 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkSummer: The Donna Summer Musical is coming to the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford, running January 16 through March 1. The production stars Toneisha Harris, who first wowed the nation on The Voice and has since become a familiar...
The production stars Toneisha Harris, who first wowed the nation on The Voice and has since become a familiar and celebrated presence on the Riverside stage, including a standout turn in Ghost the Musical. Now she returns to take on the iconic role of Donna Summer, calling it one of the most exciting and demanding roles of her career.

Patrick and Ted caught up with Harris to talk about her journey from national stages to local theaters, her time spent in the area, and what excites her most about bringing Donna Summer’s story and music to life.

Riverside tickets:   riversidedt.com]]>2015disco,donnasummer,norhternvirginiatheater,novatheater,patrickahearn,riversidecenter,staffordcounty,summerthedonnasummermusical,tedschubel,thevoice,thevoicefinalist,toneishaharris,toneishaharristhevoicefalse43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brother-of-marvin-gaye-antwaun-gay-talks-faith-and-the-road-forward--69000015
 In the 45-minute interview, Antwaun opens up about his spiritual journey, the setbacks and struggles that shaped him, and the personal battles he’s worked to overcome. He explains why he’s now committed to using his own story—the good, the painful, and the lessons learned—to reach people who feel overlooked or stuck.

 Antwaun also shares early details about his plans to tell his story more publicly in the coming year...perhaps with the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69000015Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:17:03 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkPatrick A'Hearn and Ted Schubel with an in-depth, candid conversation with Antwaun Gay, brother of music legend Marvin Gaye.  In the 45-minute interview, Antwaun opens up about his spiritual journey, the setbacks and struggles that shaped him, and...
 In the 45-minute interview, Antwaun opens up about his spiritual journey, the setbacks and struggles that shaped him, and the personal battles he’s worked to overcome. He explains why he’s now committed to using his own story—the good, the painful, and the lessons learned—to reach people who feel overlooked or stuck.

 Antwaun also shares early details about his plans to tell his story more publicly in the coming year...perhaps with the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts!]]>2725antwaungay,antwauntellshisstory,marvingaye,novatheater,patrickahearn,riversidecenter,showbiz,staffordcounty,tedschubel,thearts,theater,whenamanexhalesfalse42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-re-back-lets-talk-about-sweeney-todd--68596768
They’re joined by actor Chris Sanders for an inside look at next fall’s production of Sweeney Todd at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford. Patrick and Chris dive into the show’s dark brilliance, its demanding music, and why this production promises to be one of Riverside’s most powerful.

It’s a sharp, engaging conversation that sets the tone for a new season of the podcast.  

riversidedt.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68596768Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:07:30 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkShow Biz Buzz is officially back from hiatus.  Patrick and Ted are kicking off the reboot with a big episode.  They’re joined by actor Chris Sanders for an inside look at next fall’s production of Sweeney Todd at Riverside Center for the Performing...
They’re joined by actor Chris Sanders for an inside look at next fall’s production of Sweeney Todd at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford. Patrick and Chris dive into the show’s dark brilliance, its demanding music, and why this production promises to be one of Riverside’s most powerful.

It’s a sharp, engaging conversation that sets the tone for a new season of the podcast.  

riversidedt.com]]>2304chrissanders,christophersanders,livetheater,northernvirginiaarts,novaarts,patrickahearn,performingarts,riversidecenter,staffordtourism,sweeneytodd,tedschubel,theater,whattoseeinnovafalse41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-marriage-and-the-theater-making-it-work--57879952
Being on stage and performing--show biz!--but how does actually work out in real life?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57879952Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:38:37 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkWe talked with Adrianne Hick and Andrew Foote as they concluded "Bridges of Madison County" at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford, Virgnia. What makes their roles as Francesca and Robert unique is that in real life, they're...
Being on stage and performing--show biz!--but how does actually work out in real life?]]>2381adriannehick,andrewfoote,bridgesofmadisoncounty,i-95,livetheater,northernvirginia,patrickahearn,riverside,riversidedinnertheater,staffordvirginiafalse3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ragtime-the-story-is-early-20th-century-america-the-message-speaks-to-today--53476872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53476872Sat, 08 Apr 2023 10:27:41 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkJacquez Linder-Long (Coalhouse Walker, Jr.) and Nicole Vanessa Ortiz (Sarah) talk about how they've approached their roles in the Ragtime production. They say the show is more than a telling of history--it's showing race struggles in America. It's...2418history,jacquezlinderlong,nicolevanessaortiz,novaarts,novatheater,patrickahearn,racediscussion,ragtime,riversidecenter,tedschubel,theateroffi95,tourstaffordfalse3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-carson-eubank-a-music-director-with-an-eye-on-the-whole-production--52736211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52736211Tue, 14 Feb 2023 23:38:46 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkRiverside Center for the Performing Arts Music Director Carson Eubank can seamlessly move from behind a piano to a podium to the main stage. He talks about his excitement of taking notes on a piece of paper and bringing it into life and 3D. He also...1746acting,carsoneubank,dinnertheater,i-95,northernvirginia,patrickahearn,riversidecenter,showbiz,singing,stafford,tedschubelfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-jake-david-smith-and-juliette-redden-dating-and-show-biz--52477770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52477770Thu, 19 Jan 2023 10:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkJake David Smith and Juliette Redden are starring in "Escape to Margaritaville" at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford, Virginia. What's it like to work together? Do they get jealous when they see the other kissing others in a...2105jakedavidsmith,jimmybuffett,julietteredden,margaritaville,patrickahearn,riverside,riversidecenter,showbizbuzz,staffordcounty,tedschubel,theaterfalse2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-patrick-a-hearn-show-biz-during-the-holidays--52061887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52061887Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:00:03 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkPatrick A'Hearn, the Producing Artistic Director at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts talks about the process of writing and putting together a holiday show. The art of mixing traditional Christmas music with new songs and music that's...1699christmasmusic,fxbg,holidays,northernvirginia,patrickahearn,performingarts,riversidecenter,riversidefamilychristmas,stafford,tedschubelfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-kathy-halenda-acting-isn-t-for-those-with-thin-skin--51934725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51934725Fri, 18 Nov 2022 03:25:01 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkRichmond native Kathy Halenda is currently on the Broadway national tour of "Tootsie." We caught up with her to talk about the demands of touring--it's not a 9-5 type lifestyle. What's it take to be successful on stage? Kathy Halenda says you have...1692fxbg,i-95,kathyhalenda,patrickahearn,richmond,riversidecenter,staffordcounty,tedschubel,tootsie,tourstaffordfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-loni-ackerman-her-career-and-a-hard-look-at-show-biz-today--51768832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51768832Thu, 03 Nov 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkBroadway musical and theatre performer Loni Ackerman joins us. Among her many credits is the title role in the Los Angeles production of Evita. She's witty and insightful--especially when she talks with us about skills many actors today lack.2648broadway,evita,fxbg,loniackerman,patrickahearn,riversidecenter,tedschubel,theatre,tourstaffordfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-adrianne-and-andrew-juggling-acting-careers-and-marraige--51470972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51470972Thu, 06 Oct 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkChange. Life in the theater is always about getting ready to travel to the next show. But can it work if both husband and wife act? Join us as we talk with Adrianne Hick and Andrew Foote. They're making marriage and show biz work!2009adriannehick,andrewfoote,b1015podcasts,brightstar,marriageandtheatre,northernvatheater,patrickahearn,riverside,showbizbuzz,tedschubel,theater,tourstaffordfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-toneisha-harris-more-than-just-the-voice--51283703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51283703Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkToneisha Harris was the runner-up on The Voice in 2020. Hear her fascinating description of what happens behind the scenes. Toneisha tells us successes on The Voice have given her confidence on the stage.2663arts,atlanta,entertainment,ghostthemusical,northernvirginia,patrickahearn,riversidecenter,showbizbuzz,stafford,tedschubel,thevoice,toneishaharrisfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-todd-meredith-and-the-rave-ons-take-you-back-to-early-rock-n-roll--51161572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51161572Thu, 08 Sep 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkThe Rave-Ons are a nationally touring Buddy Holly and the Crickets tribute act. Todd Meredith entertains and teaches. He tells us Buddy Holly influenced the Beatles. He'll be at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts on October 5th.1607buddyholly,livemusic,northernvirginia,patrickahearn,rave-ons,riversidecenter,rock'n'roll,staffordcounty,thecrickets,toddmeredithfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-olga-merediz-fighting-thru-life-changing-experiences--51007777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51007777Thu, 25 Aug 2022 09:00:03 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkYou may know her from "In the Heights, " or the singing voice of Abuela Alma in “Encanto. Olga Merediz talks with us about being born and Cuba and the impact of having to flee the country as a child. She's produced a documentary based on her real...1781acting,cuba,encanto,fxbg,intheheights,olgamerediz,patrickahearn,riversidedinnertheater,tedschubelfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-the-voice-runner-up-toneisha-harris-coming-to-northern-virginia--50852263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50852263Thu, 11 Aug 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkSalisbury, Maryland native Toneisha Harris initially planned to compete in "The Voice" in 2012. But a family crisis pushed it back to 2020. Hear her story. She'll be in "Ghost-The Musical-"this fall at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts....1667b101.5,covid,fredericksburg,fxbg,ghostthemusical,newstalk1230,patrickahearn,riversidedinnertheater,stafford,tedschubel,thevoice,toneishaharrisfalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-a-conversation-with-sally-struthers--50540284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50540284Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkSally Struthers reflects on 50+ years in entertainment. From TV to movies to the stage. She talks about the role of a celebrity. She spends much of her time now acting and enjoys interacting with each community where she’s performing. Struthers...1498acting,allinthefamily,b101.5,fredericksburg,fxbg,gilmoregirls,newstalk1230,patricka'hearn,riversidedinnertheater,sallystruthers,showbiz,showbusiness,staffordcounty,stage,tedschubel,theater,wbqb,wfvafalse1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-3-2-1-the-show-podcast-begins--50489478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50489478Wed, 13 Jul 2022 09:00:02 +0000Channel B Podcast NetworkFrom the small local productions to Broadway, Patrick A’Hearn of the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Fredericksburg, Virginia, explores the excitement felt throughout the theater community after months of COVID shutdowns. What’s it like...856b101.5,fredericksburg,fxbg,localtheater,newstalk1230,patricka'hern,performing,riversidecenter,showbiz,tedschubel,theater,virginia,wbqb,wfvafalse1full