Actor | Writer | Musician
(she/her/hers)
(she/her/hers)
a bookish sprite with a charming and cheery disposition
"Lyons is not only the warm and affable host of one of the Scenesaver Theater Clubs. She’s also the curator of Filmed Live Musicals, a trove of currently (and legally) available filmed musicals as well as an accompanying podcast and weekly Thursday newsletter (free) in which she provides a comprehensive overview of currently available streaming options involving musicals (including, incredibly, virtually available high school productions; how she finds time to suss these out and profile them is beyond me). A native Australian who now lives in New Jersey after having also lived in Britain, Lyons brings a comprehensive, informed, and distinctly internationalist perspective to her selections and assessments. Bottom line: Lyons loves and knows musicals (she’s also an accomplished vocalist). What’s not to like?" Mike Fischer, Forward Theater Virtual Arts Guide
Current Projects
Photo by Nina Westervelt
I was thrilled to be a part of the semi-chorus for MasterVoices concert presentation of Sondheim's Anyone Can Whistle at Carnegie Hall on March 10, 2022! See more recent news!
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My chapter on the 1981 Broadway musical The First appears in the new book Not an Easy Tale to Tell: Jackie Robinson on the Page, Stage, and Screen, edited by Ralph Carhart and published by SABR. The musical was written by Annie's Martin Charnin, with Joel Siegel and Bob Brush, and starred David Alan Grier in his Broadway debut.
Available now for pre-order (as an Amazon Associate I may earn from qualifying purchases from this link). |
I run Filmed Live Musicals, the most comprehensive catalog of stage musicals that have been legally filmed and publicly distributed. It contains a searchable database with information on nearly 200 filmed musicals, a podcast, and a weekly newsletter on upcoming streams. The Filmed Live Musicals podcast was nominated for Best Podcast at the 2021 Sydney Web Fest! Visit www.filmedlivemusicals.com learn more.
The Filmed Live Musicals Podcast
Available wherever you listen to podcasts!
Reviews for the Filmed Live Musicals Podcast
Always High Caliber Guests ★★★★★
Luisa interviews high caliber guests who have very interesting insights and views regarding musical theatre and filmed live musicals. Highly recommend.
~ ManilaSydneyLanzarote, Apple Podcasts
LOVE THIS PODCAST ★★★★★
I LOVE this podcast! Listening to the journeys of the creatives for all the shows that have gone on to being filmed is extremely insightful. Luisa also is wonderful to listen to. A smart and interesting Host that strikes up excellent conversations that keeps me listening a subject I love… musical theatre.
~ Broadway Expert, Apple Podcasts
Amazingly-Thorough ★★★★★
Filmed Live Musicals: The Podcast is, like the website that it accompanies, amazingly-thorough, packed with info, insights, and creative inquiry, owing to the voluminous knowledge of the host, Luisa Lyons, and that of her fabulous guests. With the advent of the pandemic, the world of filmed live musicals has taken on a major role, as the theatre world explores alternatives to in-person attendance. As a result, the already-exciting landscape of great musical theatre to be found online (which Lyons’ database website can clue you into) is now even more-vital and important. All that aside, Luisa is a smart, clever, and charming host and her magnetic personality and love of the material bring out the best from her guests. If you love musical theatre, this podcast can’t be beat!
~ Beat Warrior, Apple Podcasts
Fun and informative ★★★★★
For fans or people curious about the world of musical theatre Broadway and beyond, this podcast is truly insightful and complements the Filmed Live Musicals online database well. Entertaining and inspiring!
~ Galileo Marsh, Apple Podcasts
Everything You Need! ★★★★★
This podcast gives you everything you need to know about the world of Filmed Live Theater! It gives an interesting, behind the scenes look into this unique world. Subscribe! Subscribe! Subscribe!
~ Al Monaco, Apple Podcasts
Great and interesting content for any musical theatre fan ★★★★★
Host Luisa Lyons creates really interesting content for all musical and theatre lovers. I have spent most of my time working in the Australian and UK theatre scenes, so it is refreshing to hear a North American perspective. If you love theatre and hearing “behind the scenes” interesting facts, then do not miss this podcast.
~ Dame Diva Dan, Apple Podcasts
Fun and Informative! ★★★★★
This show is excellent! Luisa is so well versed in the material and the guests she's talking with are at the center of the growing genre of Filmed Live Musicals. The passion that Luisa and her guests bring to the subject is contagious. Highly recommend!
~ Aaron the Rabi, Apple Podcasts
Amazing✨ ★★★★★
This podcast is fantastic! I love listening to it especially rn knowing theater won’t reopen until next year. 🎭🎟💛
~ OhSoDanni, Apple Podcasts
Luisa interviews high caliber guests who have very interesting insights and views regarding musical theatre and filmed live musicals. Highly recommend.
~ ManilaSydneyLanzarote, Apple Podcasts
LOVE THIS PODCAST ★★★★★
I LOVE this podcast! Listening to the journeys of the creatives for all the shows that have gone on to being filmed is extremely insightful. Luisa also is wonderful to listen to. A smart and interesting Host that strikes up excellent conversations that keeps me listening a subject I love… musical theatre.
~ Broadway Expert, Apple Podcasts
Amazingly-Thorough ★★★★★
Filmed Live Musicals: The Podcast is, like the website that it accompanies, amazingly-thorough, packed with info, insights, and creative inquiry, owing to the voluminous knowledge of the host, Luisa Lyons, and that of her fabulous guests. With the advent of the pandemic, the world of filmed live musicals has taken on a major role, as the theatre world explores alternatives to in-person attendance. As a result, the already-exciting landscape of great musical theatre to be found online (which Lyons’ database website can clue you into) is now even more-vital and important. All that aside, Luisa is a smart, clever, and charming host and her magnetic personality and love of the material bring out the best from her guests. If you love musical theatre, this podcast can’t be beat!
~ Beat Warrior, Apple Podcasts
Fun and informative ★★★★★
For fans or people curious about the world of musical theatre Broadway and beyond, this podcast is truly insightful and complements the Filmed Live Musicals online database well. Entertaining and inspiring!
~ Galileo Marsh, Apple Podcasts
Everything You Need! ★★★★★
This podcast gives you everything you need to know about the world of Filmed Live Theater! It gives an interesting, behind the scenes look into this unique world. Subscribe! Subscribe! Subscribe!
~ Al Monaco, Apple Podcasts
Great and interesting content for any musical theatre fan ★★★★★
Host Luisa Lyons creates really interesting content for all musical and theatre lovers. I have spent most of my time working in the Australian and UK theatre scenes, so it is refreshing to hear a North American perspective. If you love theatre and hearing “behind the scenes” interesting facts, then do not miss this podcast.
~ Dame Diva Dan, Apple Podcasts
Fun and Informative! ★★★★★
This show is excellent! Luisa is so well versed in the material and the guests she's talking with are at the center of the growing genre of Filmed Live Musicals. The passion that Luisa and her guests bring to the subject is contagious. Highly recommend!
~ Aaron the Rabi, Apple Podcasts
Amazing✨ ★★★★★
This podcast is fantastic! I love listening to it especially rn knowing theater won’t reopen until next year. 🎭🎟💛
~ OhSoDanni, Apple Podcasts