The Fabulous Invalid is a theatrical production company founded in 2018 by Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo with the mission to illuminate untold stories and fascinating personalities on air and on stage with a reverence for the past, a bold outlook for the future, and a dash of panache. The company takes its name from the title of a 1938 backstage play by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart that has since become a loving nickname for Broadway itself—always deemed on the verge of decline, yet always bouncing back: the fabulous invalid! “The Fabulous Invalid Podcast” presents essential conversations with a curated roster of the best, most important, and innovative theatre-makers working today. Hosts Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo released 100 episodes from 2018 to 2021, and continue to release bonus episodes. As co-producers of Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’ on Broadway, Jamie and Rob are now hosting “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast” —a limited podcast series featuring exclusive, behind-the-scenes interviews with members of the cast and creative team of this much-anticipated Broadway revival.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 5 days 5 hours 19 minutes
episode 1: Mattie Love
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member and onstage dance captain Mattie Love.
episode 4: Tony d’Alelio
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Tony d’Alelio. Hailing from Roanoke, Virginia, Tony is a veteran of five national tours (most recently “Hamilton”) who makes his Broadway debut with “DANCIN’’
episode 3: Afra Hines
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with Understudy Dancer Afra Hines. Hailing from Miami, Florida, Afra marks a milestone with “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” becoming her tenth Broadway show! From her first professional gig with the Radio City Rockettes to her last role in “Funny Girl”, Afra chats about her remarkable career and the unique challenge and opportunity of covering five tracks in an all-dance show.
episode 2: Manuel Herrera
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with their first cast member: Manuel Herrera. Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Manny trained at The School of American Ballet in New York before making his Broadway debut at age 17. “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” marks his sixth Broadway show, and his fourth collaboration with director Wayne Cilento. On this episode, Manny chats about his life and career, and the experience of working with Wayne.
episode 1: DANCIN' Man: Nicole Fosse
On this premiere episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with Nicole Fosse – daughter of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, and Founder and Artistic Director of the Verdon Fosse Legacy – about the creation and return of “Bob Fosse’s DANCIN’” on Broadway. For tickets and more information about the show, go to DancinBway.com.
Bonus Episode: Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021)
For their first series bonus episode, Jamie and Rob return to the mic to celebrate the life of the singular, legendary musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim (1930-2021). Together, they share their personal reflections on Sondheim’s remarkable body of work, offer some favorites, and consider the legacy he leaves behind. As Sondheim wrote: “we die, but we don’t”. Tune into this special memorial...
episode 100: Hard to Say Goodbye: Celebrating Our Favorite Performances
On this week’s 100th and final regular episode of the series, Jamie and Rob cap off their season-long theme of “our favorite things” by recounting and celebrating some of the great performances by great performers that they’ve been fortunate enough to see over a lifetime of theatergoing...
episode 99: Sheryl Lee Ralph: Home Is Center Stage
On this week’s penultimate episode, Jamie and Rob are joined by stage and screen legend Sheryl Lee Ralph for their final regular interview of the series. Together, they talk about Sheryl’s remarkable career, from star turns on Broadway in “Dreamgirls”, “Thoroughly Modern Millie”, and “Wicked”; to her advocacy efforts combatting HIV/AIDS stigma; and her latest gig as a producer of “Thoughts of a Colored Man”, a new play coming to Broadway this fall...
episode 98: Jennifer Simard: More
On this week’s episode, Jamie and Rob sit down with their season one and two co-host Jennifer Simard for a reunion conversation. Together, they talk about Jennifer’s pandemic experience as a working actor, her remarkable career on stage, her mentors, and her excitement about getting back on Broadway in “Company” this fall. At the top, Jamie and Rob announce that the upcoming 100th episode of The Fabulous Invalid Podcast will also be the final regular episode of the series...
Bonus Episode: Hudson Valley Shakespeare Company
On this special bonus episode, Jamie and Rob return to the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival in Garrison, New York to check back in with Artistic Director Davis McCallum. Together, they discuss what it has been like producing theatre during a global pandemic, the shows they have playing this summer, and some exciting future plans for the company. Following this short new interview, you can listen to the episode-length feature on the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival from summer 2019...