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The Salisha Show-Where Broadway Meets CultureAuthor: Salisha Thomas
THE SALISHA SHOW offers an intimate look into the lives of Broadway stars, creatives, and changemakers. Hosted by Broadway actress Salisha Thomas, each episode features heartfelt conversations that inspire, entertain, and celebrate the magic of theater and the arts. Tune in for behind the scenes stories, life lessons, and a dose of motivation from the world's stage. Language: en Genres: Arts, Business, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#216- What Happens After You Finally Make It on Broadway with Marisha Wallace
Friday, 6 February, 2026
This week on The Salisha Show, Salisha sits down with Broadway and West End powerhouse Marisha Wallace for an honest and grounding conversation about what it really takes to sustain a life in theatre.From early mornings outside the Actors’ Equity building to starring in iconic productions like Cabaret, Marisha shares the realities of carrying success once the dream arrives. She opens up about leaving New York during a pivotal moment in her life, finding creative freedom abroad, and returning to Broadway with a deeper sense of self, discipline, and purpose.Together, they explore• What changes after you finally make it• The mental and emotional weight of visibility• Why ensemble work builds resilience• Protecting your voice and your body in demanding seasons• Reimagining success beyond applauseThis conversation is a reminder that success on stage is only part of the journey. The inner work required to hold it is just as important.CHAPTERS 00:02:10 Early Broadway experiences and ensemble life00:11:18 Leaving New York and listening to intuition00:17:41 Carrying the pressure of being the lead00:21:10 Discipline, strength, and protecting your instrument00:29:26 Identity, growth, and reimagining classic roles00:37:13 Redefining success beyond the spotlightCheck out Marisha's Album!https://www.amazon.com/Live-London-Marisha-Wallace/dp/B0FDGY4T3BInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marishawallace/@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!
