The Magic of Bringing Broadway to France: The Story Behind the Stories

In this very first episode, we dive into the story behind Bringing Broadway to France—why one artist packed up her extraordinary career in North America and moved to the south of France with a wild dream to bring the magic of musical theater across Europe. Hi, I’m Cindy Khoury Ashton, host of Bringing Broadway to France! In this very first episode… We talk about why those songs get stuck in your head for a reason, why stories on stage can change lives, and what’s coming this season—from Tony Award winners to West End stars and beyond, sharing their most human, hilarious, and heartbreaking journeys. This season, you'll meet Tony winners, West End stars, and creative powerhouses who've overcome it all to tell stories that make us laugh, cry, and remember what it means to be human. Spoiler alert: it involves a lot of joy!!! Whether you’re an artist, theater lover, creative professional, or just someone who belted a show tune in the shower this morning, we’re so jazzed you’re here. In This Episode * Discover the journey that inspired the Bringing Broadway to France movement and podcast. * Learn why we believe musical theatre belongs not only on Broadway, but on stages throughout Europe and beyond. * Explore why artists play such an important role in preserving history, inspiring hope, and helping us better understand one another. * Get a first look at the extraordinary guests joining us throughout Season One. * Discover why every conversation on this podcast goes beyond the stage to celebrate the power of joy, resilience, creativity, and the stories that connect us all. Sizzling Season Sneak Peeks! Season One of Bringing Broadway to France features fabulous conversations with an extraordinary lineup of artists from across the world. Here are teasers of some of the topics we dive in to as well as the fantastical guests you’ll meet: * From Les Misérables to Fiddler on the Roof with Tony Winner Randy Graff * Rent, Aida & When Diversity Takes Center Stage with Broadway veterans Yassmin Alers and Maya Days and producer Dave Rappaport * A Fringe Play Turned National TV Series with Gemini Award-winning playwright Trey Anthony * The Dish on Kristin Chenoweth & Defying Death with performer, composer, director/choreographer and producer Christopher Wilson * From South Africa to West End ‘Fanny Brice’ with stage veteran Ashleigh Harvey ...and many more. Next in the Spotlight! We’re so jazzed you joined us for the very first episode of Bringing Broadway to France: Bridging Humanity, One Story at a Time. Come back tomorrow! You’ll meet Tony Award winner Randy Graff, who shares the enduring legacy of Fiddler on the Roof, the power of storytelling to unite generations, and why theatre continues to inspire, connect, and remind us of our shared humanity.

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