The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi #284 To The Knuckles with Frankie Grande
Jun 14, 2025
Frankie Grande, emcee and performer known for his work in Broadway's Mamma Mia, joins the show to share his wild tales from NYC’s The Box. He humorously details the absurdities of nightlife and the importance of artistic belonging. Frankie discusses his unexpected trust in James Cameron and challenges the trend of just texting “hi.” The conversation dives into personal anecdotes about family, drag culture, and LGBTQ+ acceptance, all woven into a rich tapestry of humor and candid reflection.
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Shocking Stage Act at The Box
- Frankie Grande shared the craziest act he saw at The Box involving a staged escort who killed a client on stage and transformed into a man.
- The performance was designed to shock and challenge the audience, embodying the unique spirit of The Box club.
Mamma Mia Flipper Fiasco
- Frankie Grande recounted a Mamma Mia scene disaster where new blue plastic flippers made the cast slip repeatedly on stage.
- The slippery flippers caused multiple falls and screams, culminating in Frankie being dragged off stage by the boat prop.
Unexpected AIDS Speech on Stage
- Frankenstein Grande told about a walk-on winner doing a BCEFA AIDS speech during Mamma Mia, catching the cast off guard.
- The cast was unprepared and hilariously struggled to respond, highlighting the unexpectedness of the moment.