New seasons and new beginnings!

The Lunchbox at Berkeley Repertory Theatre

This week, we’re heading to Berkeley Rep to talk about The Lunchbox, a new musical adaptation of the acclaimed film. 📬✨ We share our experience with the production and discuss how the show brings its intimate story of connection, loneliness, and unexpected friendship to the stage. We dive into the performances, music, and storytelling choices, and talk about what stood out to us as this story was reimagined as a musical. From heartfelt moments to the production’s unique atmosphere, we break down our overall impressions and what audiences can expect from this world premiere. ____ 🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJAndSarah

Cats at Berkeley Playhouse!

It’s a double episode week and we’re heading to Berkeley Playhouse to talk about Cats! 🐾✨ We share our experience with this production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical and discuss how the show’s design and performances came together onstage. We dive into the atmosphere of the production, standout character moments, and how this interpretation balances the spectacle and emotion that have made Cats such a lasting part of musical theatre history. Whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it with fresh eyes, we break down what stood out to us in this production. ⸻ 🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJAndSarah

Oliver Twist at Foothill Theatre!

This week, we’re heading to Foothill Theatre to talk about Oliver Twist and our experience with this new production of the classic story. 🎭✨ We discuss the performances, staging, and how the production brings Dickens’ world to life onstage. We also talk about the balance between the darker themes and emotional heart of the piece, standout moments that worked for us, and what made this interpretation different. ⸻ 🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJAndSarah

Mean Girls at Ray of Light Theatre!

This week, we’re talking all about Ray of Light Theatre’s production of Mean Girls and sharing our thoughts on this energetic, funny, and sharply staged take on the hit musical. 💖🎭 We discuss the performances, standout moments, and how the production captures the spirit of the show while making it its own. We also take some time to talk about the recent announcement that one of AJ’s all-time favorite Broadway shows will be closing. ⸻ 🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJAndSarah

A Chat with Janie Scott!

It’s a double episode week! We are welcoming back Janie Scott to the podcast! ❄️🎭 She joins us to talk about directing Palo Alto Players’ Frozen and what it takes to bring a production like this to life. We dive into her creative process, the challenges and rewards of directing, and what it really means to lead a show from concept to opening night. From working with actors to shaping the overall vision, Janie shares thoughtful insight into the role of a director and the many moving pieces behind the scenes. It’s an honest, reflective conversation about leadership, collaboration, and storytelling in theatre. ⸻ 🌐 See more episodes: broadwaywithajandsarah.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @BroadwayWithAJAndSarah