James Monroe Iglehart

This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha Thomas sits down with James Monroe Iglehart, Broadway’s Genie of Joy✨, to share stories about his incredible creative journey. From his Tony-winning role as Genie in Aladdin to unforgettable performances in Hamilton, Chicago, and Freestyle Love Supreme, James opens up about his path to the Broadway spotlight, his love for storytelling, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Hear him reflect on his experiences as a voiceover artist, director, and actor in hit TV shows like Kimmy Schmidt and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. James also talks about choosing joy, his dedication to authentic representation, and the importance of being true to yourself. Recorded as part of the Gotham Network, this episode captures an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt moments. Special thanks to Gotham Network NYC, TyNia Brandon, and Big Red Studios for their support in bringing this episode to life! #aladdingenie #choosejoy #geniealaddin #theaterkid #voiceoverartist CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - Broadway Success Without BFA 05:15 - James Monroe Iglehart's Joyful Choices 09:12 - Love and Support: James's Wife 19:51 - Insights I've Shared for Years 22:12 - Understanding the Tony Awards 26:59 - Diversifying Artistic Expression 30:40 - Career Changes for James 33:30 - Egotistical vs. Cocky Attitudes 40:00 - Exploring "And Juliet" 43:15 - The Musical "Beautiful" 45:45 - The Funkentine Rapture Overview 46:53 - Advice to Young James 48:19 - Outro You can send fan mail here! @salishathomas @thesalishashow, www.thesalishashow.com Many thanks to Gotham Network in NYC, TyNia Brandon for writing and laying vocals down for the updated theme song and Big Red Studios for the intro video wherever you watch the latest season of The Salisha Show!

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The countdown continues! In this episode of Disney Countdown with The Magical Millennial and The Dapper Danielle , we’re revealing our Top 5 Disney TV Show Theme Songs of all time. From Disney Channel icons to unforgettable ABC sitcoms and Disney+ favorites, these are the songs that still live rent-free in our heads (and maybe yours too!). Plus, we're joined by a very special guest, Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart ! 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠SHOP MEGAN'S MAGIC MERCH⁠⁠⁠ 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠ORDER DANIELLE'S EPCOT BOOK⁠⁠⁠ 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠GET HELP BOOKING YOUR DISNEY VACATION⁠⁠⁠ 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠JOIN OUR PATREON⁠⁠⁠ 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM⁠ Megan, Danielle and James each share their 5–1 picks , explaining why these TV theme songs capture the magic of Disney, spark nostalgia, and make us want to sing at the top of our lungs. Expect some surprises, some classics you knew would be here, and maybe even a few that make you go, “Oh my gosh, I forgot about that one!” In this magical episode: 🎵 The ultimate Disney TV show theme songs ranked (our 5–1 picks!) 😂 Plenty of laughs and sing-along moments with Megan, Danielle & James 📰 The latest Disney news and updates from the Parks and beyond ✨ Life updates sprinkled with pixie dust from both hosts Whether you grew up watching Toon Disney, lived for Disney Channel marathons, or are all about today’s Disney+ shows, these theme songs are proof that Disney knows how to set the tone with music magic. So crank up the volume—because this is one Disney countdown you’ll want to sing along with again and again! 🏰 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join our Patreon fam 📲 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to follow us on the socials 📺 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to watch the show on YouTube 🏨 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get your Courtyard Marriott Anaheim discounted rate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are y'all ready for some double trouble? This week, we have two Genies in the HypeHouse as we welcome the Tony Award-winning legend who originated the role of the Genie in Broadway's ALADDIN, James Monroe Iglehart! James talks with the hosts about sending the kids back to school, being a life-long self-described geek, and how everything comes back to chicken. Join us in our friendship revolution, one HypeFriend (and one episode) at a time

Looking at James Monroe Iglehart, one wouldn’t exactly characterize him as a doppleganger for famed singer and trumpeter Louis Armstrong. And yet, when Iglehart took the stage as Armstrong in “A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical,” the actor transformed and became Armstrong’s spitting image. Now nominated for a Tony Award for his portrayal of Armstrong, Iglehart talks to host Ruthie Fierberg, executive editor of Broadway News. The actor reveals some of his strategies for building the character physically, vocally and psychologically. Want to be the first to hear these chats? Subscribe to broadwaynews.com today, starting at only $1 per month, and get early access to these episodes and many more exclusive interviews and breaking news stories on Broadway and the Tony Awards. Photo credit: James Monroe Iglehart; photo courtesy of the Press Room

In this episode of DREAMLEAPERS® with Harriette Cole , we spotlight Tony Award®-winning actor James Monroe Iglehart. Known for his electrifying performances on Broadway, including his award-winning portrayal of Genie in Disney's Aladdin and dual roles as Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in Hamilton , Iglehart continues to captivate audiences. Currently starring as jazz legend Louis Armstrong in the Broadway musical A Wonderful World , Iglehart shares insights into bringing Armstrong's story to life and how this role deepens his appreciation for Armstrong's legacy. Beyond the stage, James discusses his journey through television, voice acting, and his creative inspirations. Tune in to hear his reflections on a career defined by passion, perseverance, and a love for storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Monroe Iglehart is a Tony Award-winning actor of stage and screen, currently co-directing and starring as Louis Armstrong in the Broadway musical A Wonderful World. You know him from Broadway hits Aladdin (Genie), Spamalot (King Arthur), Hamilton (Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson), Chicago(Billy Flynn), and Freestyle Love Supreme. Iglehart's television and film credits include recurring roles in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "Maniac," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt", "At Home with Amy Sedaris," "Girls5eva," and the feature film "Disenchanted." He has also voiced numerous characters for animated shows including "Hazbin Hotel," "Rapunzel's Tangled Adventures," "DuckTales," and "SuperKitties." In this episode, James shares his love for "the godfather of jazz", meeting his wife in show choir at the age of 16, and his nerdy love of comic books and his own books for Marvel Comics. Wonderful World Tickets Lil Harden James' Marvel comics

James Monroe Iglehart chats with us about starring as Louie Armstrong as well as Co-Directing A Wonderful World. James shares stories of originating the role of The Genie in Aladdin, being part of Memphis and Hamilton. Not only has James had a wonderful stage career but he shares his prolific experience as a Voice Actor. Also in this episode Scarlett Johansson’s 2010 Tony Win for A View from the Bridge. Julianna Margulies and Peter Gallagher in Left on Tenth. Won for his Tony Award-winning performance as the Genie in the original Broadway production of Aladdin. Iglehart assumed the roles of the Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in the Broadway cast of Hamilton in April 2017. He recreated the role of King Arthur in the 2023 Broadway revival of Spamalot and played Louis Armstrong in the Broadway company of A Wonderful World. He can be heard as super producer Steve Jones in As The Curtain Rises, Broadway's first original podcast soap opera. More recently, Iglehart joined the cast of the animated webseries Helluva Boss, as both the Demon Lord of Lust Asmodeus/Ozzie and hellhound bodyguard Vortex, and Hazbin Hotel, as Zestial, as well having written for Marvel Comics, primarily one-shots featuring Spider-Man. Make sure to check out Eila's book, " The Tony Awards ", and all her other amazing books: https://amzn.to/43WMu5Y . Connect with Eila and Bruce: Instagram @behind_the_awards Eila @eilamell Bruce @cominghomewithbruce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Downey Jr. just made his Broadway debut in the new play McNeal . Paul Wontorek chats with Robert in the rehearsal room at Lincoln Center. To learn more visit: McNEAL - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com Plus, Tony Award® winner James Monroe Iglehart returns to Broadway in A Wonderful World . Tamsen sits down with James to talk about taking on the role of Louis Armstrong. To learn more visit: A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical - Broadway | Tickets | Broadway | Broadway.com

Tony-winning Broadway star James Monroe Iglehart (Disney's Aladdin ) sits down with The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to discuss how kindness has led to opportunities as a performer, his new shows What A Wonderful World and Spamalot , plus much more. James Monroe Iglehart is a multi-award-winning actor of stage and screen. You may have seen him light up Broadway in shows like Hamilton , where he played the dual roles of Lafayette and Jefferson, Chicago as Billy Flynn, and the Broadway hit Freestyle Love Supreme . Of course, James is perhaps best known for his Tony Award-winning performance as the Genie in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. The California native has been booked and busy this season, starring as Louis Armstrong in the new musical A Wonderful World and then going straight into the Broadway revival of Spamalot . James plays King Arthur in the musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail . We, of course, dive into both of these shows! On screen, you may have seen James in series like “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”, “Maniac”, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” or "Sesame Street", and films like “Disenchanted.” He has also voiced many animated characters in shows like Disney’s “Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventures” and “DuckTales”, as well as “Blues Clues.” Fun fact: James is a self proclaimed comic book nerd who has written three comic book stories for Marvel Comics and co-hosts the Marvel Comic podcast “This Week in Marvel” on SiriusXM. When he’s not on stage, he’s usually watching pro wrestling or Disney+ while chilling out with his wife of over 20 years, Dawn. Follow James: @jmiglehart Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show ! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart joins In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast to discuss leading back to back musicals with ‘A Wonderful World’ and Broadway’s ‘Spamalot’—and why he’s not taking his busy schedule for granted. “I never want to get too big for my britches. I never want to think, 'that's right, I deserve this. I'm booked all the time,’ “ Iglehart says. “I want to appreciate this time, because there were moments where I wasn't booked at all and no one knew who I was. --- Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting, from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors, agents, and more. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made, to personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get cast? Subscribe here: www.backstage.com/subscribe Browse Backstage casting listings: https://bit.ly/3mth68e Check out our community-driven virtual programming, The Slate: https://bit.ly/2WDNXf0 Backstage stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement: https://bit.ly/3cuMBt5 Special thanks to... - Host: Vinnie Mancuso - Producer: Jamie Muffett - Social media: Karen Jenkins - Design: Mark Stinson, Caitlin Watkins - Additional support: Kasey Howe, Samantha Sherlock, Oriella St. Louis

The new Fall Season on Broadway is upon us, with tons of new shows. In this jam-packed episode we're highlighting two of the big ones. It's a Book of Mormon reunion. Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells are back together on Broadway in the new, two-man comedy, Gutenberg! Paul Wontorek chats with Josh and Andrew. But first, Spamalot is coming back to Broadway this Autumn. And Tony Award Winner James Monroe Iglehart plays 'King Arthur'. Tamsen has an hilarious talk with James. To learn more and get tickets visit https://www.broadway.com/shows/spamalot/