We're going behind the scenes of our upcoming New Works Festival, Breaking Ground, to explore what it really takes to bring a new piece of theatre to life.

Andrew talks with writers an artists about their process and hopes to answer the question: how do we, as an artistic community, support rising artists as they develop not just a single show, but a career?

Guests:

Adam Grosswirth, National Alliance for Musical Theatre

Frankie Dailey, National Alliance for Musical Theatre

Jacobi Howard, Playwright, Creator, and Educator

Welcome to the brand-new chapter of Backstage with Andrew Kato! This week, we're unpacking our exciting podcast rebrand with the first show of our 2026/27 Season, Orphans. We're exploring the show's deep themes from survival instincts to the power of hop in tough times.

Whether you're a theatre die-hard, a psychology lover, or just a curious mind, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Guests:

Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Director of Orphans, Maltz Jupiter Theatre

Dr. Raquel Andrew, Ed.D., LMHC, Palm Beach Behavioral Health & Wellness

Join Andrew Kato as he shares behind the scenes secrets about the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's final production of the season, Fully Committed directed by Bill Fennelly and Jamison Stern. Plus Andrew sits down with co-chair of Broadway Ballroom Battle, Ellen Levine to talk about her story and the power of dance in our community.

For tickets and more information visit us at: jupitertheatre.org!

Join Andrew Kato for an exciting show about the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's upcoming Limited Engagements! Featuring guests: Jenene Caramielo performing her tribute to Celine Dion: Celebrating Celine and Terry and Nick Davies from Piano Men: Generations. For tickets and event details, visit: jupitertheatre.org.

The conversation continues with Man of La Mancha at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre! Plus, in a special "Life Unscripted" segment, hear from former Converse CEO, Richard Loynd about the shoe that built a company, philanthropy, and what it means to be a leader, right here, on Backstage with Andrew Kato.

Man of La Mancha opens this week at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre!

Listen to conversations with scenic designer, Tijana Bjelajac and director Marcos Santana on this classic musical. Plus, learn about an internship story with the best ending here on Backstage with Andrew Kato.

As we prepare for Man of La Mancha, enjoy conversations with some of the actors bringing these timeless characters to life!

Join Andrew Kato for a look into The Island Theatre's upcoming Cabaret Series artists. Plus, get a preview for our season finale production: Man of La Mancha.