Billy Masters LIVE (S04E3) - 10-2-23 - Charles Busch, Julie Halston, Carl Andress (01:41:54)
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E3) - 10-2-23 - We welcome back one of our most frequent guests - the divine Charles Busch - who just released his memoir, "Leading Lady - A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy". Last week, his film "The Sixth Reel" was released. So we'll also be joined by two of Charles' most frequent collaborators - the film's costar, Julie Halston and director, Carl Andress.
So grab a cocktail and join in the fun!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lv-fkvhemV4
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E2) - 4-12-23 - Judy Gold (01:06:01)
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E2) - 4-12-23 - Judy Gold is one of Billy's favorite guests. Strike that - one of his favorite people. She's funny, she's smart, she's quick, she's loyal, and she's BACK!! Her off-Broadway show "Yes, I Can Say That!" is based on her book of the same name (and cleverly staged by BD Wong) is a cross between history lesson, confessional, and cautionary tale – with plenty of laughs. Whenever times are bleak, it is comedians that not only speak truth to power, but also provide us with the courage to face anything and everything. Billy and Judy will likely talk about EVERYTHING on this episode!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/live/EP36johrxhc
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E1) - 1-25-23 - Paul Lekakis and Mark MacKillop (01:41:55)
Billy Masters LIVE (S04E1) - 1-25-23 - To kick off our 4th season, we are joined by singer, model and gay icon, Paul Lekakis. We'll be talking about his long and varied careers, as well as his new single, "Rainbow". Our frequent contributor Mark MacKillop takes us inside his journey to get hair transplants in Istanbul, Turkey! All that and more on a special primetime edition of Billy Masters LIVE!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/Wn32CL1snok
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E16) - 12-8-22 - Christine Ebersole (01:16:11)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E16) - 12-8-22 - Billy is thrilled to be chatting with an extraordinarily versatile performer - Christine Ebersole. Whether she's playing a role, giving a concert, or performing on the big or small screen, you can count of Christine to make you laugh, make you think, and make you grateful you tuned in. She's someone who always delivers - such as with her latest CD called "After the Ball", in television's "Bob Loves Abishola", and surely in her upcoming New Year's Eve concert in Provincetown! We're delighted to talk to someone who is truly a living legend (and a Tony winner twice over). And, btw, if you want to see her on New Year's Eve, click on this link:
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5569076
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/W-YY3b6on9k
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E15) - 11-30-22 - Remembering Leslie Jordan (01:21:38)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E15) - 11-30-22 - On the eve of his final appearance on FOX's "Call Me Kat", we remember the incandescent Leslie Jordan. A longtime friend of Billy's, it's ironic that he had never appeared on "Billy Masters LIVE". But we will be remembering him with some colleagues from all areas of his life. Some of our guests include John Griffin who plays his love interest on "Kat", Varla Jean Merman who appeared with him in "Lucky Guy" off-Broadway, and Bruce Vilanch - well, he's omnipresent!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/1PGbHFHc_DU
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E14) - 11-22-22 - Greg Louganis (01:25:24)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E14) - 11-22-22 - On our special Thanksgiving episode we sit down with the legendary Greg Louganis. In addition to everything else, we'll talk about his upcoming auction of memorabilia - including his Olympic medals. Get more details on his website, www.GregLouganis.com
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/-0kBt8tdHuA
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E13) - 10-24-22 - Ben Patrick Johnson and Gabe Lopez (01:25:36)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E13) - 10-24-22 - A rare Billy Masters LIVE - in Primetime! On this episode, Billy talks with two very different entertainers. Gabe Lopez is prolific singer-songwriter-producer. In addition to his own material, he's worked extensively with Belinda Carlisle - and is the opening act for her current mini-tour. And Ben Patrick Johsnon is no stranger to Billy Masters LIVE. An acclaimed voice-over artist, he's also a radio personality, currently on Yummy Hits Radio. He's an author, a fitness model, and outspoken advocate. It should be a sizzling show!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/9lFKRJnO5RU
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E12) - 10-18-22 - Nicolas King and Seth Sikes (01:08:04)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E12) - 10-18-22 - On a special day and time, Billy sits down with two of the best crooners in cabaret. On their own, they are Nicolas King and Seth Sikes. Together, they're The New Belters. We'll find out what they've got planned - both on their own and as a duo.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/olaqo_Si5Yo
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E11) - 10-13-22 - Michael Musto and James Gavin (01:32:08)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E11) - 10-13-22 - Kicking off our fall season, Billy sits down with raconteur Michael Musto to catch up on all things current. Then we talk to author James Gavin about his bestselling biography on George Michael.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bl7E3Jc3WpE
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E10) - 6-30-22 - The Amazing Alexandra Billings (01:34:30)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E10) - 6-30-22 - Billy has long wanted to sit down with trans actor and activist Alexandra Billings. Get ready for a fascinating chat about her incredible journey, career, and take on current events.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/GKmcJoc3yXg
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E09) - 6-16-22 - Tonys Recap Panel (01:12:50)
Billy and his panel of experts look back at the 75th Annual Tony Awards, as well as the Broadway season. Joining Billy is legendary columnist Michael Musto, prolific writer and raconteur Bruce Vilanch, producer and director Richard Jay-Alexander, and acclaimed actress Anastasia Barzee.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/pYvo5hpDq3A
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E08) - 6-2-22 - Melba Moore (01:16:29)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E08) - 6-2-22 - Billy sits down with the magnificent Melba Moore to talk about her extensive career on stage, screen and record. Speaking of recordings, she has a new collection out right now - "Imagine".
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/w3oDOTpXSAI
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E07) - 5-12-22 - "Afterglow" Playwright and Cast (LA) (01:09:03)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E07) - 5-12-22 - After seeing the LA production of the off-Broadway hit "Afterglow", Billy decided to do a show focused on the play and its topics - including open relationships. He'll be sitting down with playwright S. Asher Gelman, as well as the three sexy stars - Noah Bridgestock, Nathan Mohebbi, and James Hayden Rodriguez.
You can get more details about the play and tickets at: https://www.Afterglowtheplay.com
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/rxpAqeJ54t0
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E06) - 5-5-22 - Levi Kreis and Jimmy James (01:36:21)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E06) - 5-5-22 - Billy catches up with his pal Levi Kreis, who is touring in the Broadway musical "Hadestown" - currently at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles. We'll also catch up with legendary Jimmy James, who is currently fundraising to make a documentary, "The Boy Who Was Marilyn": https://www.gofundme.com/f/ycsku-to-come
https://www.LeviKreis.com
https://www.JimmyJames.com
https://www.Hadestown.com/tour
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/vVnxuosD_9E
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E05) - 4-14-22 - Sharon Gless (Part 2) (01:04:46)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E05) - 4-14-22 - We welcome back our first guest from season 3 - the fabulous Sharon Gless In part one, we talked at length about her fascinating childhood, her family, and finally embarking on an acting career. Now, we will talk about that career. Of course we kick off with "Cagney and Lacey", and continue to present day. You can find even more details in her fabulous new memoir, "Apparently There Were Complaints".
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/ARXhq0ucEzQ
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E04) - 4-7-22 - David Pevsner (01:37:15)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E04) - 4-7-22 - Anything can happen when Billy welcomes his bon ami David Pevsner to the show. Pevsner has a new memoir, "Damn Shame", where he discusses his numerous careers as an actor, write, composer, model, and rent boy! You won't want to miss it.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/ljI6dzN1d0k
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E03) - 3-31-22 - All About Oscar - Bruce Vilanch, Karl Schmid & Elex Michaelson (01:15:01)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E03) - 3-31-22 - All About Oscar - Billy breaks down the Oscars with some people who know a thing or two about 'em. Bruce Vilanch has been the head writer for more Oscar shows than anyone. And both Elex Micaelson and Karl Schmid has worked the red carpet for both pre- and post-Oscar telecasts.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/L_PuZZpU1lY
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E02) - 3-24-22 - Sam Harris (01:12:40)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E02) - 3-24-22 - What can I say about Sam Harris? He's got it all. Talent, looks, a brain...a very rare combination these days. We'll be talking about his new show, "Openly Gray", as well as detailing his vocal chord surgery, which sidelined him for several months. He's always outspoken, outrageous, and outstanding. Sam Harris...on Billy Masters LIVE.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rt4WCXlEwH8
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E01) - 3-17-22 - Sharon Gless (01:08:11)
Billy Masters LIVE (S03E01) - 3-17-22 - For our season three premiere, we sit down with the much-lauded, iconic, amazing Sharon Gless. Yes, Cagney – of Cagney and Lacey. Debbie from Queer as Folk. We’ll discuss the many ups and downs of a life well-lived – which she writes about in her memoir "Apparently There Were Complaints". Make no mistake – there will be NO complaints after you watch this special episode of Billy Masters LIVE.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nerm1u9cgco
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E30) - 12-23-21 - Thirsty Burlington and Friends (01:38:06)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E30) - 12-23-21 - This week, Billy welcomes someone he's known for decades - the world's premiere Cher impersonator, Thirsty Burlington! And, we might have some surprise guests. And, if you are so inclined, please donate to Thirsty's GoFundMe page and donate what you can. We're only $1500 short - but without that amount, the money will not get distributed to Thirsty. We need your help - and I hope many of you who have been entertained by Thirsty for years will step up and help create a Christmas miracle. Just go to http://www.BillyMasters.com/Thirsty and give what you can. It would be greatly appreciated.! xoxo Billy
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZBZHbEiXuQ
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E29) - 12-16-21 - Rex Smith and Jim Colucci (01:44:48)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E29) - 12-16-21 - This week, Billy sits down with two special guests. We kick off with author Jim Colucci, who collaborated with the legendary Norman Lear for “All in the Family: The Show that Changed Television”. And then we shift gears and catch up with singer/actor Rex Smith, who is currently appearing in "Love Actually Live" at The Wallis in Beverly Hills.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfgML33D2qA
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E28) - 12-9-21 - The Legendary Bob Mackie (01:29:59)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E28) - 12-9-21 - Billy sits down with legendary designer, Bob Mackie - who is the subject of a new book, "The Art of Bob Mackie". We'll also be joined by the author, Frank Vlastnik.
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=839o8usol-c
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E27) - 12-2-21 - Marilyn Maye - Happy Holidays from The Wick in Boca Raton (00:46:56)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E27) - 12-2-21 - We kick off the holiday season with one of our favorite guests. The marvelous Marilyn Maye is doing a Holiday Spectacular at the fabulous Wick Theatre in Boca Raton with a special guest, Nicolas King. We give you a sneak peek at some of the material, talk to Marilyn about what makes her happy, how she got through the pandemic, and how will she get through 24 holiday shows....with children!! Oh, you won't wanna miss this one!
You can watch this episode at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q94sQgGF4ac
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E26) - 11-18-21 - Charles Busch, Michael Riedel, and Bruce Vilanch (01:18:02)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E26) - 11-18-21 - Kicking off the second hundred episodes of Billy Masters LIVE, we welcome three of our most popular guests. Charles Busch a renown performer and playwright, Michael Riedel is an acclaimed author, radio and television host, and Bruce Vilanch is a legendary bon vivant who has written for virtually everybody in showbiz...including himself!
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/C9wNWWJpprQ
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E25) - 11-11-21 - 100th Episode - with Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. (01:04:40)
Billy Masters LIVE (S02E25) - 11-11-21 - This is our 100th episode, and we celebrate with the legendary Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. We talk about their prolific careers - solo, duo, and with the Fifth Dimension - as well as their appearance in The Summer of Soul. We also catch up with one of our most frequent contributors, former West Hollywood Mayor John Duran - who will update us on the Covid situation on the West Coast.
You can watch this episode at:
https://youtu.be/INvyn07Yw7o
