Episodes
5
July 15, 2026
Ep. 191 Alex Finke on Broadway, Sondheim & Into the Woods
From growing up obsessed with Golden Age movie musicals to making her Broadway debut as Cosette in Les Misérables, Alex Finke shares the journey that led her to the stage. We talk all about playing the Baker's Wife in Into the Woods at Cape Playhouse, why Stephen Sondheim's writing continues to resonate with audiences, and what makes this cast and creative team so special. Alex also reflects on performing in Come From Away, Anything Goes, and Joan, the unforgettable phone call that changed her c...
Guest: Alex Finke (she/her)
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July 7, 2026
Ep. 190 Nick Adams on Into the Woods and His Broadway Journey
From making his Broadway debut in Chicago after seeing it as his very first Broadway show to starring in productions like Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Wicked, Falsettos, and Drag: The Musical, Nick reflects on the career moments that shaped him as a performer. We also dive into Into the Woods at Cape Playhouse, where he shares his approach to playing Cinderella's Prince and the Wolf, the magic of Stephen Sondheim's storytelling, and why this production and this cast have been such a special ex...
Guest: Nick Adams (he/him)
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July 6, 2026
Ep. 189 Joe Serafini on Into the Woods, Cape Playhouse & His Theatre Journey
We’re diving into Into the Woods at Cape Playhouse, where Joe shares what it's been like revisiting Jack a decade after first playing the role, how his perspective on the beloved Stephen Sondheim musical has evolved, and why this production has been such a meaningful experience. We also talk about growing up in Pittsburgh, finding his love for performing, his journey from the University of Michigan to High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, the impact Seb had on fans, and his advice for yo...
Guest: Joe Serafini (he/him)
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June 16, 2026
Ep. 188 Alexandra Silber on Reimagining Brigadoon at Pasadena Playhouse
Backstage With Becca B. Episode 188 with Alexandra Silber is now LIVE on YouTube! ✨ On this episode I talked with Alexandra about the acclaimed Pasadena Playhouse production of Brigadoon and her work reimagining the beloved musical’s book for a new generation. She shares the inspiration behind the adaptation, how her personal connection to Scotland helped shape the story, the thoughtful changes she made to the characters and themes, and what it was like watching this new vision come to life onst...
Guest: Alexandra Silber (she/her)
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June 16, 2026
Backstage With Becca B. Ep. 187 w/ Chess' Regine Sophia
From singing “Reflection” at her first-grade talent show to making her Broadway debut in Chess on Broadway, Regine shares the journey that led her to the Broadway. She talks about growing up inspired by Lea Salonga, performing at The Muny and Musical Theatre Wichita, and how studying psychology at @pennstate has helped her better understand the characters she brings to life on stage. Regine also shares what her unforgettable CHESS audition process was like, the moment she learned she booked her ...
Guest: Regine Sophia (she/her)