What Will She Do Next?

Bird & Mirabella

Broadway stars, historical women, and family-friendly showstoppers. Musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella present an independent, donation-based musical podcast focused on key, decision-making moments in the lives of history's greatest women. Through interactive storytelling and Broadway-style song, What Will She Do Next? keeps children searching for an answer, while ultimately learning a lesson in perseverance. Past performers include: television and film star, Matt Lucas (The Great British Bake-off, Bridesmaids) and Broadway's Kara Lindsay (Wicked, Newsies)

29 Episoder

Mary Blair (ft. Sophie Moshofsky, Sabina Petra, Gabrielle Mirabella, Ken Arpino & Ernie Bird)
31.3.2023
17:37
On today’s episode we dive into the life of Mary Blair, famed watercolorist, illustrator and creator of the art you see in some of Disney’s most beloved animated films.Written and Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie BirdYoung Mary — Sophine MoshofskyTeen Mary — Sabina PetraAdult Mary — Gabrielle MirabellaLee — Ken ArpinoDisney — Ernie Bird
Marian Anderson - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Janai Brugger)
27.2.2023
12:17
On today’s bite-sized episode we take a brief look at the life and legacy of Marian Anderson. American Opera Singer & Musical Icon.Marian Anderson - Janai BruggerWritten and Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie Bird
Gå ikke glip af nogen episoder af “What Will She Do Next?” - abonnér på podcasten med gratisapp GetPodcast.
Sylvia Rivera - Peek Into the Past
31.1.2023
3:42
Welcome to our newest segment, and our first episode of 2023, "A Peek Into The Past!" Super quick episodes bursting with information about our favorite historical women! Today’s historical woman? American civil rights activist, Sylvia Rivera! A transgender woman who is most remembered for her role in the Stonewall Riots of 1969.
Lesia Ukrainka (ft. Dana Protsenko & Mariya Ksondzyk)
1.1.2023
15:09
On today’s episode we examine the life of Lesia Ukrainka, political activist, feminist, and one of the most celebrated Ukrainian writers of all time.Lesia Ukrainka: Dana ProtsenkoWritten by Gabrielle MirabellaNarration, Music, Lyrics, Orchestration and Production by Ernie BirdBackground Music, Violin & Viola by Mariya Ksondzyk
Eleanor Roosevelt - Patreon Special - (ft. Gabrielle Mirabella & Alan Aisenberg)
1.12.2022
18:00
Content Warning: themes of violence, racism & war. On today’s Patreon Special episode we examine the life of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, American diplomat and social activist. Eleanor Roosevelt: Gabrielle MirabellaReporter: Alan AisenbergAdditional background vocals: Ernie Bird Written & Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie Bird
#GivingTuesday 2023!
28.11.2022
1:27
Our episode is entirely run on the generous donations of our listeners! No corporate sponsors, just two musical theatre writers who love sharing women's history! 100% of our donations go towards the artists you hear on our podcast, our website, and our podcast hosting website. That's it! Head to our website to drop us a donation of any amount: www.whatwillshedo.com/donateInterested in becoming a Sustaining Member? Head to our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast
Halloween Special - Egungun-Oya (ft. Zuri Washington, Beverly Owens, Olivia Wray & Elisa Galindez)
31.10.2022
11:48
Today’s episode takes us deep into Yoruba mythology, where we will discover a powerful goddess Egungun-Oya, family traditions and spirits.Egungun-Oya: Zuri WashingtonGuest Narrator: Beverly OwensOlivia: Olivia WrayFeaturing Elisa Galindez on background vocalsWritten & Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie Bird
Serena Williams - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Mikayla Bartholomew)
30.9.2022
10:08
Bite-Sized Biography. Perfect for bedtime & car rides!With Special Guest Star: Mikayla BartholomewWritten & Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie BirdKeep our show running by becoming a Sustaining Member! https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast
Michelle Kwan (ft. Megan Masako Haley & Alicia Kaori)
25.12.2021
23:29
On today’s episode, we explore what it takes to become a professional athlete. Michelle Kwan: Megan Masako Haley Karen Kwan: Alicia Kaori Announcers & Reporters: Gabrielle Mirabella & Ernie Bird Written & Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie BirdKeep our show running by becoming a Sustaining Member! https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast
Florence Nightingale - Patreon Special (ft. Gabrielle Mirabella & Matthew Penalva)
1.12.2021
17:25
On today’s episode we celebrate the work of nurses around the world. Florence Nightingale: Gabrielle MirabellaDoctor: Matthew PenalvaSoldier: Ernie BirdViolin & Viola: Mariya Ksondzyk Written & Narrated by Gabrielle MirabellaMusic & Production by Ernie Bird Keep our show running by becoming a Sustaining Member! https://www.patreon.com/whatwillshedonextpodcast

Flere episoder

Få adgang til hele det store podcastunivers med gratisappen GetPodcast.

Abonnér på dine favoritpodcasts, lyt til episoder offline, og få spændende anbefalinger.

Privatlivspolitik
Kolofon
Danmark

What Will She Do Next?

Bird & Mirabella

29 Episoder

Mary Blair (ft. Sophie Moshofsky, Sabina Petra, Gabrielle Mirabella, Ken Arpino & Ernie Bird)

Marian Anderson - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Janai Brugger)

Sylvia Rivera - Peek Into the Past

Lesia Ukrainka (ft. Dana Protsenko & Mariya Ksondzyk)

Eleanor Roosevelt - Patreon Special - (ft. Gabrielle Mirabella & Alan Aisenberg)

#GivingTuesday 2023!

Halloween Special - Egungun-Oya (ft. Zuri Washington, Beverly Owens, Olivia Wray & Elisa Galindez)

Serena Williams - Bite-Sized Bio (ft. Mikayla Bartholomew)

Michelle Kwan (ft. Megan Masako Haley & Alicia Kaori)

Florence Nightingale - Patreon Special (ft. Gabrielle Mirabella & Matthew Penalva)