Chad Beguelin

Episode 155: SHOWMANCE — A New Broadway Novel

My guest is six-time Tony Award nominee Chad Beguelin, who has created book & lyrics for Broadway musicals The Prom, Disney’s Aladdin, The Wedding Singer, and Elf. Today, he joins me to discuss his captivating new novel set in the world of theater, SHOWMANCE.

Chad Beguelin Uses His Own Broadway Failure as Inspiration for His Debut Novel SHOWMANCE

In the world of Broadway, success can seem like a dazzling dream. But behind every show that makes it to the stage, there are countless moments of uncertainty and setbacks. For writers, especially, the journey from writing a script to getting it produced is anything but predictable.

THE PROM with Chad Beguelin

THE PROM is an original musical that very much connected with audiences when it first premiered on Broadway in 2018. It features great characters, clever dialogue, and energetic songs. But those things don't write themselves, do they?!

Ep356 - Chad Beguelin: The Journey Behind the Lyrics and 'Showmance', a New Novel

Chad Beguelin is a six-time Tony Award-nominated book writer and lyricist, whose name is synonymous with Broadway hits like The Prom, Disney’s Aladdin, The Wedding Singer, and Elf: The Musical.

SHOWMANCE by Chad Beguelin

In this episode, Jonathan and Devon chat with six-time TONY Award Nominee Chad Beguelin about his new novel "SHOWMANCE" and his life as a Broadway writer. About SHOWMANCE: Noah Adams’s career as a playwright is circling the drain, thanks to a scorching review of his first Broadway musical.

#5 - 10 Years on Broadway

On March 20th, 2024, Disney's ALADDIN marked a monumental achievement: 10 years captivating audiences on Broadway. This episode takes us behind the scenes of the unforgettable anniversary celebration performance, a magical reunion for the original and current cast and creatives.

#4 - The Music of Aladdin

The magic of Broadway isn't just about dazzling sets and captivating performances. It's the songs that truly elevate a show, leaving audiences humming melodies long after the curtain falls.

#1 - Aladdin from Screen to Stage

Ever wondered how a beloved Disney movie is transformed into a dazzling musical phenomenon? Find out in this first episode on the unlikely journey of ALADDIN to Broadway. Prepare to be surprised as we reveal the challenges that nearly derailed the entire production.

Episode 66: "A Story Worth Telling": Inside The Creation of THE PROM

My guests today are writers Bob Martin & Chad Beguelin. Bob Martin is perhaps best known as the co-creator and original star (The Man In The Chair) of the hit Broadway musical The Drowsy Chaperone.

#8 - THE PROM (Collaborative Team): Barry is going to podcast (Part 2)

Part 2: The PROM collaborators Bob Martin (Book Writer) and Chad Begulin (Book Writer / Lyrist) share their process of creation on DEEP DIVE BROADWAY. Their priceless insider stories are as clever, whimsical, poignant and unforgettable as their magnificent work.

#7 - THE PROM (Collaborative Team): Barry is going to podcast (Part 1)

Part 1: The PROM collaborators Bob Martin (Book Writer) and Chad Begulin (Book Writer / Lyrist) share their process of creation on DEEP DIVE BROADWAY. Their priceless insider stories are as clever, whimsical, poignant and unforgettable as their magnificent work.