Welcome Brian Kalinowski:

We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, singer and Broadway star. You’ve seen him in “Chicago”, “Hairspray” and now in the 2nd National tour of the Broadway version of “Mrs Doubtfire” playing Frank Hillard. We welcome Brian Kalinowski.

Brian, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve said that singing and dancing is one thing but comedy hits different. What makes the comedy in this show punch?

You were on cruise ships for four years performing Hairspray. How did that time prepare you for the hustle and bustle of a national tour?

You’ve played the tinman in the “Wizard of Oz” and “The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe”. What makes Frank enjoyable for you?

Why are you frantic?

The Rockin' 8:

Time to throw you… Brian Kalinowski from the National Tour of “Mrs Doubtfire” joins us for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, just trust your first instinct. No Pressure.

1. Favorite course as a Bulldog at DeSales University?

2. Cupcakes: Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry?

3. Favorite balloon animal to make?

4. Yes, No or Maybe: Do you have a specific beard care routine?

5. Best memory at St Elizabeth in Wilmington Delaware?

6. What did you do with the first Playbill from your first show is?

7. Favorite place to vacation?

8. Do you play any instruments?

The Back Half:

Everyone knows the movie and the powerhouse performance by Robin Williams. What makes the Broadway version different?

What’s the section of the show that your not in and it touches you?

Who is the powerhouse stars from this show cast that amazes you?

What was your first role when you were in the Wilmington Drama League when you were in grade school? Ensemble Aubrey Plaza

How was it when you are such a powerhouse ensemble?

Who influenced your love of music?

Who’s your favorite phantom?

You’ve won the 2022 MAC Award for your work as a piano bar / restaurant singer. The MAC awards celebrates the best of NYC nightlife. What did winning that award mean to you?

Do you know where your MAC award is right now?

Why does cabaret touch your soul?

Which is tougher, travelling with the show, or the downtime in between shows?

When you first got the call, who did you call first?

What characteristics make a powerhouse performer?

Who influences theatrically?

The Impossible Question:

How do you overcome the doubts that every performer has in the back of their mind?

More with Brian:

How have you overcome imposter syndrome and when did you know you made it?

When you’re out on the road, where’s the first place you need to find in a new town?

What’s your favorite coffee blend?

Who on the cast and crew are you the tightest with?

When a show is going on, how do you keep your focus?

1st Broadway show you ever saw live? Where?

How did performing in South Korea change the way you see performance?

What has been the biggest growth for you?

Who has helped you the most since you have started?

How has your parents and friends support helped push you forward?

When you see young people looking up to you?

How have you overcome adversity in your career becoming the best performer you can be?

Why have you been able to make your dreams come true?

What do you want people to take away from “Mrs. Doubtfire”?

How has the show changed you?

What’s the one thing you still you want improve?

One Big Question:

What is your dream role?

The Wrap:

Dad was in a polka band, hates the sounds of balloons popping and wants you to watch “Mrs. Doubtfire”. Brian Kalinowski thanks for talking with us today.

And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.

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