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DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell
Hosted by Connor and Dylan MacDowell · EN
Drama! Sit down with resident dramatics, Connor MacDowell & Dylan MacDowell, as they explore theatre, entertainment, pop culture, and the vibrance of love and life in New York City. Joined weekly by thrilling special guests, they have intimately casual conversations about the dramatic journey that brought them here. Oh that’s a gag, honey! Say no more… it’s DRAMA.
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"Roadkill Daddy" with Claybourne Elder
Mar 2500:52:57Tap to summarizeConnor and Dylan are joined by Claybourne Elder (“The Gilded Age, Company). Hello, hello, hello! On the heels of The Comeback’s third season, the twins obsess over Lisa Kudrow’s Valerie Cherish before diving into this chat. Claybourne is as sincere and dreamy as you’d hope! This star previews his debut album, If the Stars Were Mine, ahead of its release on Center Stage Records on April 3rd. “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” lullabies, standards, and even a song from If/Then can be heard on his stunning record. Clay dishes on Encores! The Wild Party, his upcoming 54 Below shows, and pivotal album advice he received from Emily of The Indigo Girls. Clay is a Sondheim boy through and through - starring as Andy in Company on Broadway, Sondheim’s 80th Birthday Celebration, Sunday in the Park with George (standing by for Jake Gyllenhaal), and MORE. We discuss the kindness of strangers on his first trip to NYC, which inspired his own charity organization City of Strangers. Claybourne shares Broadway highlights, stories from his Mormon upbringing in Utah, and memories from filming “The Gilded Age.” Stick around for a doozy of doses of DRAMA., including how Dylan fared doing Hudson Williams’ skincare routine and Clay’s Chappell Roan hot take. Clay is king!Follow Claybourne on InstagramBuy his debut album from Center Stage RecordsSee him at 54 Below on April 3rd, 4th, or 15thFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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Broadway 2026 Spring Preview with Matt Koplik of Broadway Breakdown
Mar 1801:00:09Tap to summarizeDylan and Connor are joined by Matt Koplik (Broadway Breakdown) for a thrilling preview of the Broadway 2026 spring season! Their fellow theatre podcaster brings his signature hot takes and witty humor to spotlight the upcoming productions coming to the Main Stem. The boys dish on Death of a Salesman, Giant, Proof, and all of the straight plays on the docket, as well as new musicals and revivals like Schmigadoon, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, and The Rocky Horror Show. They rave about Carrie Coon, Rose Byrne, Jessica Hecht, and all the gals (which should come as no surprise). Listen as they discuss how many cast members from The Gilded Age and The Bear will be treading the boards, the trend of “bringing out the beave,” and for some scuttlebutt about Paddington’s rumored journey across the pond. Will the twink musical of the season (The Lost Boys) prevail? With this trio, you know there’s plenty of early Tony Awards talk throughout about the major categories: musical, actor, actress, and beyond. Some might say this is a breakdown of Broadway. Get into it!Follow Matt Koplik on Instagram & listen to Broadway Breakdown!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“(Oh, When) It’s Your Wedding Day” with Connor and Dylan MacDowell
Mar 1100:37:37Tap to summarizeIt’s the TWIN TALKS pod you’ve all been waiting for. THE WEDDING RECAP. Dylan’s fresh from his bridal era, recapping, answering questions, sharing highlights, reflecting, and giggling about his magical wedding weekend. Drag queens? Musical performances? A gay pop DJ set by Steve Deptola? You’re going to live, laugh, and LOVE during this post-wedding debrief. The second half of this twin talk features Olivier Award nomination reactions, Broadway drama stemming from actors spilling on TikTok, reality TV rundowns, Sunset Boulevard and Vanderpump Rules’ similarities, and Kandi Burress in & Juliet. Oh wait, also sooooo much more.Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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"Literally Mother" with Jenn Colella
Mar 400:54:14Tap to summarizeDylan and Connor are joined by Jenn Colella (Come From Away, If/Then). We’re SHAKING to have this legendary icon on the podcast to promote her upcoming cabaret at 54 Below and to chat about her incredible life and career. Jenn dishes on motherhood, marriage, and being “mostly gay.” Jenn mentions it ALL — getting a tattoo in Rob McClure’s dressing room during Chaplin, a wild night out with Antonio Banderas and friends, and covering Idina Menzel’s role in If/Then for one afternoon only (and which Tony-winning BOYFRIEND of hers attended the show). Getting high and seeing Into the Woods with Bobby Conte, auditioning for Marianne Elliot’s Company (in a surprising role!), and performing Fun Home in a funeral home. Y’all… this episode has the tea, the stories, and MORE. We get into Heated Rivalry, Industry, Dying for Sex, and of course… Come From Away. Jenn also gives marital advice to Dylan on the eve of his wedding. GAGGY.Follow Jenn on InstagramSee Jenn at 54 Below on March 27 & 28!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“Coneybear Chocolates” with Justin Cooley
Feb 2500:43:27Tap to summarizeConnor and Dylan are joined by Tony Award nominee Justin Cooley (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Kimberly Akimbo). Some good kids are here for a good hang, y’all! The twins unite with Justin to talk all things Spelling Bee, which is currently running through September at New World Stages. We get into the herstory of the Bee, modernizing it for today’s audience, and the fun of working with the incredible cast on this hilarious show. Lilli Cooper’s vocals, performance, and wig are all raved about. Justin burst onto the scene in Kimberly Akimbo, garnering him a nomination for every theatrical award on the planet. He looks back on the show that brought him to the city, what it was like joining the Broadway community at 18 years old, and taking his dad to the Tony Awards. Actual Ring of Keys happens during Ring of Keys. GAG IT. Stick around for commentary about Normal People by Sally Rooney, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Bad Bunny’s halftime show. We L-O-V-E Justin and this chat! Follow Justin on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“The Secret Alto” with Jak Malone
Feb 1800:55:50Tap to summarizeDylan and Connor are joined by Tony and Olivier Award winner Jak Malone (Operation Mincemeat). Ahead of the original Broadway cast’s final performance in Operation Mincemeat, the twins sit down with Jak for an unofficial DRAMA exit interview. Jak looks back on seven years of Mincemeat: from meeting the team behind it, the very first audition, and taking the show all the way to New York City. Special memories from the Broadway experience are shared, including some fabulous celebrity encounters, fan interactions, and lessons learned from Hester. Jak shares never-before-told stories about his early days falling in love with the arts. Pantos, grandmothers, and doggies, oh my! We talk Phantom of the Opera, Masquerade, Grey Gardens, Love Story, and a little Nicole Scherzinger. Why not! Jak teases what he’s up to next and shares tidbits on what he’s been working on creatively in New York City. We’re dreaming of Jak in Oh, Mary! You’re going to LOVE this chat with Jak. “What a silly thing for anyone to –” Dramaaaa!Follow Jak on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“We’re Sisters in My Head” with Christiani Pitts
Feb 1100:54:59Tap to summarizeDylan and Connor are joined by Christiani Pitts (Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York), King Kong). Three strangers (two of which are twins…) became SISTERS during this all-time dynamic, breezy, and gorgeous convo. Hear all about starring as Robin in the hit new musical Two Strangers, from first listen to audition to Boston to BROADWAY. Christiani shares her favorite songs, what it’s like working with Sam Tutty, and how returning to the New York stage in this show has been a gift. Stories from A Bronx Tale, highlights from middle school productions of Grease, and the impact of Raven Symone and The Cheetah Girls are discussed at length. We also get into The Pitt season 2, Olivia Dean’s MOMENT, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, AND Ultimate Road Trip tea. This episode is the cure for your winter blues. Be happy, y’all.Follow Christiani on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“Obsessed with Gay Sex!” with Brandon Flynn
Feb 401:01:50Tap to summarizeConnor and Dylan are joined by Brandon Flynn (Data, 13 Reasons Why). You already know and love him, but prepare to fall deeper after this truly good hang. Fresh from recently opening the new play Data at the Lucille Lortel, Brandon talks about the preview process, developing his character Jonah, and his chilly walk to work in the West Village from his East Village apartment. Brandon gets honest about his coming out story, the radical queer life he lives with his talented husband Jordan Tannahill, and how he hopes he can pave the way for young queer actors. These ‘93 babies hit it off as they discuss The Real Housewives of Miami, Lady Gaga and the Grammys, and Charlize Theron’s transformation in Monster. But that’s not all, honey! They cover Rent Boy by Gary Indiana, 1000lb Sisters (drama!), and the lost art of the answering machine messages. In light of Heated Rivalry’s meteoric popularity, Brandon reflects on a similar effect when 13 Reasons Why was first released 10 years ago. This episode suuuuper gay btw! We’re big Brandon fans on DRAMA. Go see him in Data through March 29th! Follow Brandon on InstagramGet tickets to see Brandon in Data!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“Snow Day Sinners” with Nichelle Lewis
Jan 2800:55:01Tap to summarizeDylan and Connor are joined by Grammy Award nominee Nichelle Lewis (Ragtime, The Wiz). Snuggle in during the winter snow storm for a gorgeous and cozy chat with the twins and Nichelle, who is currently starring in the critically acclaimed revival of Ragtime at Lincoln Center Theater. Hot on the heels of Oscar nominations, they dive into the amazing day for Sinners, debate how scary the film is, and list off their top hottest Michael B. Jordan performances. We chart Nichelle’s full journey: show choir solos, Molloy College experiences, survival jobs, and MORE. Stories from Hairspray on tour (with Nina West!) and being on American Idol (with Katy Perry!) cannot be missed. Stick around for Traitors talk, the online video that booked Nichelle in The Wiz, and how Nichelle’s connection to the spiritual world plays out onstage. CHILLS.Follow Nichelle on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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“Trauma Bop of the Season” with John-Andrew Morrison
Jan 2100:48:55Tap to summarizeConnor and Dylan are joined by John-Andrew Morrison (Oh, Mary!, A Strange Loop). It’s a new year, which means the twins and their guests can’t get enough of one thing and one thing only – The Traitors. Candiace, Rinna, and Rob, oh my! Listen in for spirited chatter on the latest season of the reality show (so far). Then make way for the King of the Lyceum Theatre, Mr. John-Andrew Morrison! “JAM” dishes on his journey with the hit play Oh, Mary!. His year of Abraham Lincoln, camp, and comedy led him to this moment sharing the stage with Jane Krakowski, Jinkx Monsoon, Hannah Solow, Cheyenne Jackson, and MORE. Listen in for tales of onstage hijinks, backstage antics, and how he approaches each performance as Mary’s Husband. JAM shares stories from youth theatre in Jamaica, seeing Dreamgirls on Broadway with the original Broadway cast, and his experiences at La Mama. Finally, listen in for reflections on A Strange Loop and the gay porn studio they developed the show at. JUICY. Don’t miss John-Andrew in Oh, Mary through this spring at the Lyceum Theatre!Follow John-Andrew on InstagramSee JAM and his castmates in their "Niche Cabaret Legends" show on February 9th!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
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