Confessions Of An Actress

Mike Eldred is one of North America’s most beloved tenors, thrilling audiences on Broadway, in concert halls, and on recordings, radio and television. Eldred appeared in LES MISERABLES on Broadway and across the US (Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Schermerhorn Symphony Hall, and Aspen Theatre) as “Jean Valjean.” He was also on Broadway in the original cast of the Tony-nominated THE CIVIL WAR. He performed in the 25th anniversary national tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and starred as “The Tenor” in the national concert tour of Handel’s MESSIAH ROCKS. Eldred’s starring role as “Tony” in the Nashville Symphony’s production of WEST SIDE STORY has earned international praise as “arguably the best ‘Tony’ on record”. The cast recording starring Mike Eldred on NAXOS International is recognized around the world. An artist of tremendous depth and reach, Eldred’s diversity and generosity of spirit fuel the many facets of his career. He is increasingly interested in using his performances to raise awareness and funds

Happy 2021 Everyone! Meredith gives you her confessions of what 2021 has been so far, rants and opinions on all that is happening now. Follow on Instagram @confessionsofanactress www.confessionsofanactress.com Support Meredith and share, like, & subscribe. If you are feeling super generous, give her a 5 Star Rating on ITunes.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

The final confession of 2020. What a year it has been. Take care of yourselves, be safe and healthy. Socially distance, find your passion, remove toxic people from your life and thrive as best you can.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

is an American actor and puppeteer, known for puppetering and voicing Tito Swing in Shining Time Station and for voicing Jafar in Disney's Aladdin franchise, as well as the Kingdom Hearts franchise and the 2011 Aladdin musical.  Jonathan Freeman's New York City stage credits include Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid, Beauty And The Beast, The Producers, 42nd Street, On The Town, How To Succeed…, She Loves Me (Tony® Nomination), Platinum, Sherlock Holmes, Finian’s Rainbow (Irish Rep.), A Class Act (MTC), Lil’ Abner and Of Thee I Sing (City Center Encores), Sail Away and The Mikado (Carnegie Hall). TV and film appearances include Elementary, Too Big To Fail, Law And Order, Gossip Girl, Shining Time Station, Remember Wenn, The Ice Storm, Life Animated (Oscar nomination 2017). Jonathan is the voice of Jafar in Disney’s animated feature Aladdin. Follow @thejonathanfreeman  Read

Amelia is a New York based singer, actor, musician, voice over artist and songwriter.  She is currently a Female Standby on the North American Tour of Come From Away.  Originally from Australia, she has credits in theatre, film, television, voice over, and cabaret in Australia, New Zealand, the UK and US. She was an original Diva in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert The Musical, and performed the role in Australia and New Zealand for nearly 2 years, then went on to reprise the role on London’s West End.  She lived in London for 2 years, before moving to New York in 2013. She has toured the US with Kinky Boots, Les Miserables and Come From Away, and originated the role of Raven Johnson in Douglas Lyons and Ethan Pakchar’s Beau. As a singer, Amelia has released 2 self-titled albums, and is featured on the original cast recordings of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert The Musical, LOVEBiTEs. and  Lyons & Pakchar - Beau (World Premiere Recording) . Amelia plays violin, piano, guitar and mandolin,

Eric Michael Krop is a singer/songwriter who recently made his TV debut on Fox's show I Can See Your Voice as "Broadway Belter", making it all the way to the end and singing a duet with recording artist Jessie McCartney. After graduating from AMDA in NYC, Eric made his Broadway debut in the revival of Godspell at Circle in the Square. After moving to Los Angeles, he quickly broke into the music scene doing back up vocals for James Corden in the movie "Peter Rabbit" and working with Grammy winning pop producer Greg Kurstin. Eric writes with renowned songwriters Derek Gregor and Selda Sahin, grammy nominated producer Nick Marsh. He has performed all over the world, and you can get his incredible new single "It Never Rains In LA" on ITunes, Spotify, and other music platforms.  Follow @ericmkrop www.eric-michael-krop.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Meredith and her Dad reflect on his life in the industry, her growing up, and the connection of being an artist, parent to child. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Meredith connects with you about where we are in our country as people and artists. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

This is a very special episode with my Mom, Donna Patterson. She is my supporter, my rock, I love her. Born in California’s Bay Area, she is the daughter of a Chief Petty Navy Officer and her mother Irene who worked as a phone operator. Married 53 years to the love of her life, Donna successfully ran her own business for 35 years while raising 4 kids. She guided Meredith to be the Broadway, TV and Film actress she is with careful discipline and love. Learn how Donna guided Meredith and danced in Go Go boots herself when she was young. And Donna just celebrated her 75th birthday! Celebrate her as much as Merie does and share this episode, like, subscribe. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Your host, Meredith Patterson, updates you on what she has been up to over the past couple months, moving to Montana, working with The Alpine Theatre Project, Live Streaming with South Devon Players and coloring with Coloring Broadway! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Before taking a hiatus, Meredith briefly discusses the effects the pandemic is creating for live performers. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Two Time Emmy Award Winning Casting Director, Julie Tucker of Tucker Meyerson Casting. Follow her on Instagram @julietuckercastingdirector.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

LEO ASH EVENS is a Pittsburgh born and bred actor with a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University. Upon signing with his legit agents, CGF Talent defined him as "an enigma". A dynamic song and dance man as well as voice-over artist, signing with Innovative Artists in 2012, Leo enagages his sexy rasp for both rock ’n roll and commercial voice-overs. Currently, he is the voice of Siemens Technology. In his 10th year with MTCA (Musical Theatre College Auditions), Leo has evolved from monologue coach to Assistant Director and is now a proud Co-Director and Co-Owner of the team with partners Ellen Lettrich (Founder), and Charlie Murphy. Leo loves guiding his students to trust their own work and their process, finding the right program and positioning themselves for success in the professional world. Broadway credits: Jesus Christ Superstar (debut); Shuffle Along…(standby for Brooks Ashmanskas, and later taking over the role) directed by George C. Wolfe, choreographed by Savion Glover; and the vacation swing for School

Marc Summers is an American television personality, comedian, game show host, producer, and talk show host. He is best known for hosting Double Dare for Nickelodeon, Unwrapped for Food Network, and recently he was Executive Producer for both Dinner: Impossible and Restaurant: Impossible also for Food Network. www.marcsummerstv.com Follow @realmarcsummers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Rodriguez played the role of Mick in the Dekkoo series I'm Fine. He was promoted to series regular for the third and final season. He has had recurring and guest roles in television series Modern Family and This Close as well as in web series Raymond & Lane, That's the Gag, Only Children, and Going Up. In February 2019, it was announced Rodriguez would star in Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series as Carlos Rodriguez, the color guard captain and student choreographer. The series premiered that November. Carlos is the first openly gay character in the High School Musical franchise. Rodriguez is from Selma, California and is of Mexican descent. He attended Sanger High School. He is openly gay. Follow @frankiearodriguez  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Proud Mama & Wife. Wife of Actor Dash Mihok Sister of Violinist Shari Mason. Follow @valemason --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message

Alan Campbell grew up in Homestead, Florida the son of a third generation farming family, and attended Tulane University and the University of Miami, graduating with a BA in business. Alan shares a daughter, Riley, with former wife, actress Lauren Kennedy. On Broadway: Alan recently played the role of Sam Carmichael in Broadway's hit musical, Mamma Mia!. He received a 1995 Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance as Joe Gillis in Sunset Boulevard opposite Glenn Close, Betty Buckley, and Elaine Paige. He also received the Drama-Logue Award for his performance in Sunset Boulevard's American Premiere in Los Angeles. Alan starred in Susan Stroman's 2000 Tony Award winning musical, Contact at Lincoln Center. Off-Broadway: Chris Durang's Adrift In Macao, Lanford Wilson's Book Of Days at the Signature Theater and in the regional premiere of Book Of Days at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis and Hartford Stage. He also starred Off-Broadway in AVOW, by Bill C. Davis. Other theatrical credi

Nancy Anderson made her Broadway Debut as Mona in A Class Act and she played the roles of Helen and Eileen in the Broadway revival of Wonderful Town . PBS "Great Performances" audiences know her for her Olivier- and Helen Hayes- Nominated performance of Lois/Bianca in the West End premiere of Kiss Me Kate. Nancy is also featured in the Great Performances broadcast of South Pacific in Concert at Carnegie Hall starring Reba McIntyre. Off-Broadway, Nancy played Kelli O'Hara's best friend in Frankel and Korie's Far From Heaven at Playwrights Horizons. She received a 2000 Drama Desk Award Nomination for her portrayal of all the Women in Jolson & Co at the York Theater and the 2005 Drama Desk Nominations as the title role in Fanny Hill. Other off-Broadway credits include all the female roles in Yank! as well as the New York revival of Ionescopade, both at the York Theatre. Regionally , Nancy has played leading roles coast to coast, including Adelaide in Guys and Dolls and Oolie/Donna in City of Angels (The Good

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Todd M. Eskin - CEO/Owner - Head of the Theatre Department Todd is a partner at Across the Board (ATB) Talent Agency, a bicoastal agency with offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas representing adult and youth actors, directors, choreographers, and producers in TV/Film, Commercials, Hosting, and Theatre.  He is the Chief Operating Officer and Head of the ATB Theatre Department, which he founded in May 2012. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre Performance, Todd became a working member of the Society of Directors and Choreographers, Actors’ Equity Association, the American Guild of Variety Artists, and Canadian Actors’ Equity Association. Shortly after, he began his representation career as an agent trainee at Abrams Artists Agency in Los Angeles.  Todd has clients currently working on Broadway (Hamilton, A Bronx Tale, Book of Mormon, Lion King), National Tours (Kinky Boots, The Wizard of Oz, Flashdance, The Lion King, Ragtime, Saturday Night Fever,