DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell

DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell

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"Queen of the Fools" with Emma Sofia

Connor and Dylan are joined by Emma Sofia (Cats: The Jellicle Ball). The twins bring it to you every ball, and this week is no exception! The show-stopping Emma Sofia stops by the pod during her final week serving double the feline fun in Cats: The Jellicle Ball as the iconic Skimbleshanks the Railway Cat and Cassandra. We get into ballroom culture and history, powerful wigs, and how the audience’s energy fuels every performance. Emma Sofia drops some GAGGY reveals about castmates, guest judges, and more. Buzzwords: pop star era, the nightlife scene, new merch teases, Fire Island, and… a resurrection? She shares Jennifer Lopez stories from the set of Kiss of the Spiderwoman, gives flowers to Leiomy and other ballroom icons, and spills on how she’s meeting the Skimbleshanks moment. TALENT, honey! Come one, come all to experience Emma Sofia on DRAMA! Follow Emma on Instagram & Tiktok Emma's legendary links: Cameo, merch, and more! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

"See You Tomorrow" with Dez Duron

Connor and Dylan are joined by Dez Duron (Maybe Happy Ending). Prepare to swoon as Broadway’s resident crooner makes his DRAMA. debut! Dez, who stars as Gil Brentley in Maybe Happy Ending, celebrates the record-breaking summer at the Belasco Theatre. These three download highlights from the Maybe Happy Ending journey, such as Dez sneaking onstage at the Tony Awards, setting his character’s keys in the show, and how he keeps it fresh after nearly 700 performances. How did Maybe Happy Ending go from an uncertain risk of an original musical to a smash hit? Hear the backstage scoop from Dez, along with stories about his time on the third season of NBC’s “The Voice.” Listen for Team Christina tea, tales of being tossed into a media frenzy for the first time, and how gratitude keeps him grounded. It’s an odyssey of an episode, ranging from Frank Sinatra to Michael Bublé to Les Misérables. Oh yeah, and The Odyssey! Don’t forget to snatch your tickets to Dez’s Joe’s Pub concerts on August 24th. It’s time to meet the “Sentimental Person” behind this star of stage and screen! Follow Dez on Instagram See Dez at Joe's Pub on August 24th! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

"Rosie's Turn" with Rosie O'Donnell

Dylan and Connor are joined by eleven-time Emmy and Tony Award winner Rosie O’Donnell. In this exclusive conversation, the twins sit down with this iconic talk show host, movie star, and show business legend! This prolific star is returning to the New York stage this summer with her 75 minute one-woman show “Common Knowledge,” which covers moving to Ireland, raising her autistic child, and the eternal grief of losing her mother when she was 10 years old. Nothing is off the table in this chat! We cover memories from “The Rosie O’Donnell Show," and if she’d ever bring her talk show back. Rosie reflects on filming A League of Their Own with Madonna and Geena Davis, and tells stories about Barbra Streisand, Olivia Newton John, Prince, David Bowie and Iman, and more. Was the rumor of Rosie and Lady Gaga doing Funny Girl true? Was it really her idea to step into Seussical on Broadway? The theatre tea runneth over, as Rosie recounts her opening night of Grease, raves about Rachel Zegler in Evita, and mourns Cats: The Jellicle Ball’s closing notice. Don’t miss Rosie’s “Common Knowledge” this summer ahead of her guest hosting stint on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Settle in for some Rosie O’Drama, y’all! Follow Rosie on Instagram & Tiktok Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“Bring the Mask Home” with Austin Colby

Connor and Dylan are joined by Austin Colby (Masquerade, The Great Gatsby). He’s here… the Phantom of Masquerade in NYC! Before welcoming this sweet man into the conversation, the twins chat about Love Island USA ahead of its finale. Connor roots for #Brinity and Dylan crushes on Caleb of course! Austin, also known as Mr. Caroline Bowman, brings his charm, wit, and authenticity to the pod. Currently starring in Masquerade, the immersive Phantom of the Opera experience in New York City, Austin pulls the curtain back on this unbelievable production. He speaks on seeing the show for the first time, auditioning for it, and making the Phantom his own. Austin reflects on his journey from studying music education to musical theatre, his performing roots at the Signature Theatre as Tony in West Side Story, and more. We get into The Great Gatsby, y’all! Austin spills on the true drama of nearly being released from his Gatsby contract, being shirtless onstage, and social media antics with Jeremy Jordan. Stick around as we cover Caroline’s Norma Desmond debut, ideas on the future of immersive theatre, and beyond. Don’t miss Austin in Masquerade this summer in NYC! Follow Austin on Instagram Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“Like a Drunk Chita Rivera” with Javier Muñoz

Connor and Dylan are joined by Javier Muñoz (Into the Woods, Hamilton). Summertime is in full effect, and Javier is spending his on the cape! Currently playing the Baker in The Cape Playhouse’s production of Into the Woods, Javier is stepping into the spotlight with a little Sondheim. As it's a favorite musical of all three fellas, they excavate lyrics, characters, and themes of this incredible piece. Javier speaks about the importance of Latin representation onstage, and what this moment means for him to be playing the Baker. Having been in the room where it happens a time or two, this star reflects on memories from Hamilton and In the Heights. Hear about how he was the first person to play John Laurens/Phillip, as well as Peggy, in early readings of what would become a cultural phenomenon. Javier tells incredible stories about Chita Rivera, the unwavering In the Heights family group text, and profound moments he’s experienced at the Richard Rodgers. Stick around for doses of DRAMA, including a Widow’s Bay update from Connor, Brokeback Mountain musings from Dylan, and the tease of an autobiographical project in the works (!!!) from Javier. Check him out, alongside friends Nick Adams, J Savage, and more in Into the Woods at The Cape Playhouse! Follow Javier on Instagram Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“Delicious New York Moments” with Andréa Burns

Connor and Dylan are joined by Andréa Burns (A Walk on the Moon, In the Heights). Before chatting with this Broadway legend, the boys reflect on moving to NYC exactly 10 years ago in June of 2016. Andréa, an iconic New Yorker herself, currently stars in the original musical A Walk on the Moon. She ruminates on portraying the Jewish matriarch of a family of strong women in the summer of 1969, the experience of working with female creatives, and starring alongside Talia Suskauer, Sam Gravitte, and more incredible actors. We revisit highlights from Andréa’s enduring theatre career, such as making her Broadway debut as Belle in Beauty and the Beast on Broadway, the emotionally impactful experience of performing in The Notebook, and charting her journey as Daniela in the original cast of Lin Manuel-Miranda’s In the Heights. West Side Story recurs throughout this warm and wonderful chat, as Andréa speaks about the show’s cosmic beauty: from making her international touring debut as Maria, starring opposite (and meeting!) her future husband, and playing an original role in the Steven Spielberg film version in 2021. We also cover The Full Monty, Songs for a New World, books, and beautiful Broadway stories. Don’t miss Andréa star in A Walk on the Moon this summer in NYC! Follow Andréa on Instagram See A Walk on the Moon this summer! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

"Gay Audacity" with Jimin Moon

Connor and Dylan are joined by Jimin Moon (Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody, Sunset Boulevard). Our Pride Month celebrations continue as this star comes to the cottage… aka the pod! Jimin stars as Shane Hollander in the off-Broadway musical parody of Heated Rivalry (alongside double DRAMA diva Jay Armstrong Johnson as Ilya Rozanov). We go into the locker room of this cultural phenomenon-turned-stage show as Jimin speaks about creating their own version of Shane, their relationship to the books and television series, and favorite songs in the piece. Jimin tracks their journey from Stuart Little to Shane Hollander, citing pivotal mentorship from their voice teacher and their coming out experience. Trust we get all the Sunset Boulevard tea about Nicole Scherzinger, Jamie Lloyd and Joe Gillis’ little black briefs. It wouldn’t be Pride without paying respect to the divas, including Amber Iman, Troye Sivan, Bernadette Peters, and of course Scherzy. Recorded before the 2026 Tony Awards, jump back in time to hear the twins’ hopes and dreams for Broadway’s Biggest Night before we chat about Pokémon, pop music, and Jimin’s connection to Vanderpump Rules. Just listen and fall head over ice skates for Jimin! Follow Jimin on Instagram See Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“DL Cowboy Trade” with Harrison Ball & Jack Cameron Kay

Connor and Dylan are joined by Harrison Ball & Jack Cameron Kay (Brokeback Mountain). Just in time for Pride, the stars of Brokeback Mountain at Chicago Shakespeare Theater join the twins for a gay ol’ chat. On opening night of their play, Harrison and Jack speak about embodying Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist onstage. Of course the boys cover the essential three C’s: cowboys, cigarettes, and crocheting. Harrison and Jack dish on getting naked onstage, working with the Brokeback Mountain film’s dialect coach, and their favorite moments to play each night. Jack, who starred in “Boots” on Netflix, plots a second season storyline for his character, as well as tells the guys about his iconic high school production of Phantom of the Opera - complete with a vomiting Christine Daaé. Harrison, a former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, speaks about life beyond the ballet, as well as the remarkable story of his life. Listen as Connor and Jack queen out over Real Housewives of Rhode Island, while Dylan crushes on Nicholas Galitzine in Masters of the Universe. Get your tickets to Brokeback Mountain now through June 28th! There’s just no quitting these two. Follow Harrison on Instagram Follow Jack on Instagram & Tiktok See Brokeback Mountain at Chicago Shakespeare Theater through June 28th! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“Twins Talking 2026 Tony Awards” with Connor and Dylan MacDowell

YEE-HONK! It’s the day after the Tony Awards and the twins are TALKING. Buckle up as they break down the night’s big winners, thrilling performances, and gitchie gitchie Squibby June. They gag over Joshua Henry, Shoshana Bean, and Caissie Levy’s overdue Tony wins, share their surprise delight for Ali Louis Bourzgui (and his incredible speech!), and discuss the showdown between Cats: The Jellicle Ball and the Best Revival of a Musical winner: Ragtime. Rosie O’Donnell’s face snatch, Julianne Hough and Rachel Dratch’s POTUS reunion, and controversial onstage moments are discussed at large. P!nk’s fabulous hosting and vocals were on full display, with her opening number and Chicago tributes sure to go down in Tonys HERSTORY. Hear the twins yap about Two Strangers, Titanique, Rocky Horror, The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon, and the buzziest moments of Broadway’s Biggest Night. Gitchie gitchie Drama Pod, y’all! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway! Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

“And I’m Just a Girl” with McKenzie Kurtz

Dylan and Connor are joined by McKenzie Kurtz (Schmigadoon, Heathers). It’s time for a second helping of McKenzie on DRAMA. as this diva makes her podcast return! McKenzie has been up to a lot since she last sat down with the twins: departed Wicked, originated the role of Cassandra in The Heart of Rock and Roll, slayed as Heather Chandler off-Broadway, and is now starring in Schmigadoon! This Drama Desk nominee spills on finding her version of Betsy, pulling funny faces onstage, and being given the freedom by director Christopher Gatelli to play. McKenzie reflects on Schmigadoon ending an era at the Kennedy Center, auditioning for the Apple TV series, and her Broadway.com Vlog. For those who heard our first chat, things come full circle as we dish on The Bachelor (none of us watch anymore - trust!), as well as gag over Off Campus and Rob Rausch. Listen as McKenzie gives us the tea on her relationship with Brent Comer, including the role that our episode played in the early days of their budding romance! Heathers, Halloween, and Heated Rivalry! Oh my! This is a delightful chat with a darling gal, and we simply adore her. You can’t miss McKenzie’s comedic prowess onstage in Schmigadoon on Broadway! Follow McKenzie on Instagram & Tiktok Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok Follow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Follow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & Instagram Subscribe 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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