The Fabulous Invalid
The Fabulous Invalid is a theatrical production company founded in 2018 by Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo with the mission to illuminate untold stories and fascinating personalities on air and on stage with a reverence for the past, a bold outlook for the future, and a dash of panache.
All Episodes
Bonus Episode: Top Ten of 2023
On this series bonus episode, Jamie and Rob reflect on 2023 and share their personal top ten favorite theatrical experiences of the year. There may even be a surprise number one that shocks Rob! Tune in to find out, and share your favorites with Jamie and Rob on social media @fabulousinvalid.
DANCIN' Man Episode 24: Dylis Croman
On this final episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Dylis Croman. Hailing from Dallas, Texas, Dylis met Ann Reinking when she was just 14 years old, and became her mentee.
DANCIN' Man Episode 23: Kolton Krouse
On this penultimate episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Kolton Krouse. Born and raised in Arizona, Kolton studied at Juilliard and is the only person ever to win all four national titles at New York City Dance Alliance.
DANCIN' Man Episode 22: Ioana Alfonso
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Ioana Alfonso. Born in New York and raised in Puerto Rico and Miami, Io made her Broadway debut in “Wicked” 20 years ago, and has done just about everything in the dance world: from Broadway shows to movies, TV specials, and concert dance.
DANCIN' Man Episode 21: Jōvan Dansberry
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Jōvan Dansberry. Back on Broadway following his role as a cast member and puppeteer in “King Kong”, Jōvan has also performed with the Metropolitan Opera, and has been dancing since he can remember.
DANCIN' Man Episode 20: Pedro Garza
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Pedro Garza. DANCIN’ marks Pedro’s Broadway debut, alongside his partner, Tony d’Alelio. He has performed in tours of “Anastasia” and “Hamilton”, and is now an Understudy Principal Dancer in DANCIN’.
DANCIN' Man Episode 19: Yeman Brown
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Yeman Brown. Hailing from Tallahassee, Florida, Yeman’s been dancing since he can remember.
DANCIN' Man Episode 18: Neka Zang
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Neka Zang. DANCIN’ marks Neka’s third Broadway show, following “Rock of Ages” and “American Psycho”.
DANCIN' Man Episode 17: Corinne McFadden Herrera
On this special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with associate director and musical stager Corinne McFadden Herrera, who also did additional choreographic reconstruction for the show.
DANCIN' Man Episode 16: Peter John Chursin
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Peter John Chursin. Originally hailing from the Bay Area of San Francisco, Peter has been dancing since age 5, and made his professional debut in the first National Tour of “Wicked”.
DANCIN' Man Episode 15: Ida Saki
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with cast member Ida Saki. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Ida came up in the world of competitive dance, danced with the Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet, performed in off-Broadway shows, and appeared in the films of “In the Heights” and “Cats”.
DANCIN' Man Episode 14: Joey Parnes
On this very special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with lead producer Joey Parnes. Now in his fifth decade working on Broadway, Joey is an eight time Tony Award winning producer and general manager who runs Joey Parnes Productions.
DANCIN' Man Episode 13: Karli Dinardo
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with cast member Karli Dinardo. Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Karli has been dancing since she was three-years old and has built a career that spans across the globe.
DANCIN' Man Episode 12: Ron Todorowski
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Ron Todorowski. Hailing from the small town of McDonald, Pennsylvania, Ron has built a remarkable career in the dance world, from competitions to acclaimed companies and now 10 Broadway shows – from “Footloose” to DANCIN’.
DANCIN' Man Episode 11: Wayne Cilento
On this very special episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with Broadway legend Wayne Cilento, the director and musical stager of DANCIN’.
DANCIN' Man Episode 10: Nando Morland
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Nando Morland. Born in Colombia and raised in Denver, Colorado, Nando has been dancing since he can remember, and made his Broadway debut in the 2020 revival of “West Side Story”.
DANCIN' Man Episode 9: Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob talk with costume designers Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung. Reid and Harriet met while studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and launched their eponymously named costume design studio after they began collaborating together in 2011.
DANCIN' Man Episode 8: Yani Marin
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Yani Marin. Originally from New Jersey, Yani has been dancing professionally since age 9. She’s danced with the New York City Ballet, toured the world with Beyoncé, and worked extensively in television.
DANCIN' Man Episode 7: David Dabbon
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with dance arranger David Dabbon. A former dancer himself, David collaborated with the team of DANCIN’ to arrange existing music and compose new music for the show, including several key compositions featured in the “Big City Mime” and “Joint Endeavors” sequences.
DANCIN' Man Episode 6: Khori Michelle Petinaud
On this episode of “DANCIN’ Man: A Fabulous Invalid Podcast”, Jamie and Rob chat with cast member Khori Michelle Petinaud. Raised outside of Washington, D.C., Khori was inspired to study dance after seeing Dance Theatre of Harlem perform.
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