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On each episode of “A Musical Theatre Podcast,” Jeff welcomes a special guest to explore one musical from theatre history. Together they get to the heart of the show’s cultural and emotional impact by looking at its creators, context, and storytelling. Always fun and heartfelt, this is the podcast to celebrate the humanity of our musical theatre art form.

]]> Jeffrey Scott Parsons amusicalpodcast@gmail.com SEUSSICAL with Kevin Chamberlin Of "all the places you'd go" see SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, producers had probably hoped it'd been during its initial Broadway outing. Well, as you'll find out in this week's episode, that hope wasn't exactly fulfilled. However, the premiere of this now incredibly popular musical did give birth to the quintessential casting of Kevin Chamberlin as Horton the Elephant and the second of his three Tony nominations. Kevin (THE ADDAMS FAMILY, DIRTY BLONDE, JESSIE) joins us to speak about imagination, heart, and the power of this musical's beautiful Ahrens & Flaherty score. His heart is as big as the elephant he played, and we know you'll love him as much as we do! Follow Kevin "the king of social media" Chamberlin on Instagram @chamberlin.kevin and TikTok @chamberlin_kevin This episode wasn't able to go live before the closing of his new play When Playwrights Kill, but please follow them on Instagram @whenplaywrights with the hope they'll find a Broadway transfer this fall! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode featuring Ahrens & Flaherty themselves: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens Join us on ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠. The profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:34:00 -0000 SEUSSICAL with Kevin Chamberlin full 172 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kevin Chamberlin discuss the musical SEUSSICAL (score and book by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty) Of "all the places you'd go" see SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, producers had probably hoped it'd been during its initial Broadway outing. Well, as you'll find out in this week's episode, that hope wasn't exactly fulfilled. However, the premiere of this now incredibly popular musical did give birth to the quintessential casting of Kevin Chamberlin as Horton the Elephant and the second of his three Tony nominations. Kevin (THE ADDAMS FAMILY, DIRTY BLONDE, JESSIE) joins us to speak about imagination, heart, and the power of this musical's beautiful Ahrens & Flaherty score. His heart is as big as the elephant he played, and we know you'll love him as much as we do! Follow Kevin "the king of social media" Chamberlin on Instagram @chamberlin.kevin and TikTok @chamberlin_kevin This episode wasn't able to go live before the closing of his new play When Playwrights Kill, but please follow them on Instagram @whenplaywrights with the hope they'll find a Broadway transfer this fall! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode featuring Ahrens & Flaherty themselves: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens Join us on ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠. The profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Of "all the places you'd go" see SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, producers had probably hoped it'd been during its initial Broadway outing. Well, as you'll find out in this week's episode, that hope wasn't exactly fulfilled. However, the premiere of this now incredibly popular musical did give birth to the quintessential casting of Kevin Chamberlin as Horton the Elephant and the second of his three Tony nominations.

Kevin (THE ADDAMS FAMILY, DIRTY BLONDE, JESSIE) joins us to speak about imagination, heart, and the power of this musical's beautiful Ahrens & Flaherty score. His heart is as big as the elephant he played, and we know you'll love him as much as we do!

Follow Kevin "the king of social media" Chamberlin on Instagram @chamberlin.kevin and TikTok @chamberlin_kevin

This episode wasn't able to go live before the closing of his new play When Playwrights Kill, but please follow them on Instagram @whenplaywrights with the hope they'll find a Broadway transfer this fall!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode featuring Ahrens & Flaherty themselves: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens

Join us on ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠. The profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 3678 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING with Ryan Scott Oliver and special guest Lindsay Mendez It's the longest episode title in the history of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but funny enough, it's not even the longest musical title mentioned in the episode. This week, we're covering the Pulitzer Prize winning HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, and we're doing it with award winning writer/composer Ryan Scott Oliver (35 MM, JASPER IN DEADLAND). Listening to this celebrated, modern musical composer speak with respect about classic musical theatre is a gift! And if that isn't enough, his longtime collaborator and co-founder of Actor's Therapy, Tony Award winner Lindsay Mendez (CAROUSEL, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG) stops by to discuss the power of revivals and their new book "How to Survive in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying." Order Lindsay & Ryan's book "How to Succeed in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying." Visit Ryan's website: Ryan Scott Oliver | Official Site and follow both of them on Instagram @ryanscottoliver and @lindsaymendez. If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our past favorites that happens to be from Lindsay's career: DOGFIGHT with Frankie Errington Join us on PATREON! for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on Instagram and TikTok. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0000 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING with Ryan Scott Oliver and special guest Lindsay Mendez full 171 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Ryan Scott Oliver and Lindsay Mendez discuss the musical HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING (music & lyrics by Frank Loesser, book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock, and Willie Gilbert) It's the longest episode title in the history of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but funny enough, it's not even the longest musical title mentioned in the episode. This week, we're covering the Pulitzer Prize winning HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, and we're doing it with award winning writer/composer Ryan Scott Oliver (35 MM, JASPER IN DEADLAND). Listening to this celebrated, modern musical composer speak with respect about classic musical theatre is a gift! And if that isn't enough, his longtime collaborator and co-founder of Actor's Therapy, Tony Award winner Lindsay Mendez (CAROUSEL, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG) stops by to discuss the power of revivals and their new book "How to Survive in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying." Order Lindsay & Ryan's book "How to Succeed in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying." Visit Ryan's website: Ryan Scott Oliver | Official Site and follow both of them on Instagram @ryanscottoliver and @lindsaymendez. If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our past favorites that happens to be from Lindsay's career: DOGFIGHT with Frankie Errington Join us on PATREON! for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on Instagram and TikTok. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's the longest episode title in the history of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but funny enough, it's not even the longest musical title mentioned in the episode.

This week, we're covering the Pulitzer Prize winning HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, and we're doing it with award winning writer/composer Ryan Scott Oliver (35 MM, JASPER IN DEADLAND). Listening to this celebrated, modern musical composer speak with respect about classic musical theatre is a gift!

And if that isn't enough, his longtime collaborator and co-founder of Actor's Therapy, Tony Award winner Lindsay Mendez (CAROUSEL, MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG) stops by to discuss the power of revivals and their new book "How to Survive in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying."

Order Lindsay & Ryan's book "How to Succeed in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying." Visit Ryan's website: Ryan Scott Oliver | Official Site and follow both of them on Instagram @ryanscottoliver and @lindsaymendez.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our past favorites that happens to be from Lindsay's career: DOGFIGHT with Frankie Errington

Join us on PATREON! for bonus episodes and conversations at only a few dollars each month! Share our posts and videos on Instagram and TikTok. If you're feeling like giving back, check out our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4712 THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME with Rodd Cyrus THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME is one of the most popular musicals to never have a Broadway run, but its epic story of Quasimodo and his bell tower home had reached legend status long before the Disney produced stage musical premiered in Germany. Here to chat about the film, the novel it's based on, and the story of how they found their way to the stage is someone who knows a thing or two about epic musicals. This week, actor Rodd Cyrus brings not only his experience with HUNCHBACK, but also the hit revival of RAGTIME and, maybe most importantly, an impressive knowledge of Disney straight-to-home video sequels. Get ready, Disney fans. You're gonna love this one. Follow Rodd on Instagram at @roddcyrus and see him as Harry Houdini in Ragtime : Lincoln Center Theater. If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our most popular episodes: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Kim Huber If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Mar 2026 08:44:00 -0000 THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME with Rodd Cyrus full 170 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rodd Cyrus discuss the musical THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME (music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Peter Parnell) THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME is one of the most popular musicals to never have a Broadway run, but its epic story of Quasimodo and his bell tower home had reached legend status long before the Disney produced stage musical premiered in Germany. Here to chat about the film, the novel it's based on, and the story of how they found their way to the stage is someone who knows a thing or two about epic musicals. This week, actor Rodd Cyrus brings not only his experience with HUNCHBACK, but also the hit revival of RAGTIME and, maybe most importantly, an impressive knowledge of Disney straight-to-home video sequels. Get ready, Disney fans. You're gonna love this one. Follow Rodd on Instagram at @roddcyrus and see him as Harry Houdini in Ragtime : Lincoln Center Theater. If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our most popular episodes: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Kim Huber If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME is one of the most popular musicals to never have a Broadway run, but its epic story of Quasimodo and his bell tower home had reached legend status long before the Disney produced stage musical premiered in Germany.

Here to chat about the film, the novel it's based on, and the story of how they found their way to the stage is someone who knows a thing or two about epic musicals. This week, actor Rodd Cyrus brings not only his experience with HUNCHBACK, but also the hit revival of RAGTIME and, maybe most importantly, an impressive knowledge of Disney straight-to-home video sequels. Get ready, Disney fans. You're gonna love this one.

Follow Rodd on Instagram at @roddcyrus and see him as Harry Houdini in Ragtime : Lincoln Center Theater.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out one of our most popular episodes: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Kim Huber

If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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]]> 4395 Patreon! Preview: MAKING RENT with Tim Weil It's time for another glimpse at what you're missing if you're not already a subscriber at PATREON! For only a few dollars each month, subscribers gain access to bonus content made special for fans of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Case in point, listen to this preview of our conversation with Tim Weil, original musical director of the musical RENT, who has written a book shedding new light on this legendary musical that we've already covered on the main feed. This is exactly what PATREON! is for. To learn more about Tim and find out how to order "Making Rent," please visit www.tim-weil.com. To hear the rest of this episode, join us at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok to share our posts and episodes! More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0000 Patreon! Preview: MAKING RENT with Tim Weil bonus Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Tim Weil discuss his new book "Making Rent." It's time for another glimpse at what you're missing if you're not already a subscriber at PATREON! For only a few dollars each month, subscribers gain access to bonus content made special for fans of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Case in point, listen to this preview of our conversation with Tim Weil, original musical director of the musical RENT, who has written a book shedding new light on this legendary musical that we've already covered on the main feed. This is exactly what PATREON! is for. To learn more about Tim and find out how to order "Making Rent," please visit www.tim-weil.com. To hear the rest of this episode, join us at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok to share our posts and episodes! More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's time for another glimpse at what you're missing if you're not already a subscriber at PATREON!

For only a few dollars each month, subscribers gain access to bonus content made special for fans of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Case in point, listen to this preview of our conversation with Tim Weil, original musical director of the musical RENT, who has written a book shedding new light on this legendary musical that we've already covered on the main feed. This is exactly what PATREON! is for.

To learn more about Tim and find out how to order "Making Rent," please visit www.tim-weil.com.

To hear the rest of this episode, join us at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast.

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok to share our posts and episodes!

More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community.

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]]> 1064 THE FULL MONTY with Misha Brown The most profound element of the musical THE FULL MONTY is that its nudity is only a symbol of the greater vulnerability the characters express throughout the story. Here this week to dive into that vulnerability (and let's be honest, the nudity) is everyone's favorite "bestie," Misha Brown. Before becoming an influencer and author with 8 million followers, Misha performed THE FULL MONTY in the middle of Pennsylvania...with some interesting results. You don't want to miss these stories. See Misha on tour for his new book, "Be Your Own Bestie!" Find out how on his Instagram and TikTok @yourbestiemisha. If you enjoyed this episode, check out another episode covering David Yazbek's earlier shows: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS with Sara Gettelfinger If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0000 THE FULL MONTY with Misha Brown full Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Misha Brown discuss the musical THE FULL MONTY (music & lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Terrance McNally) The most profound element of the musical THE FULL MONTY is that its nudity is only a symbol of the greater vulnerability the characters express throughout the story. Here this week to dive into that vulnerability (and let's be honest, the nudity) is everyone's favorite "bestie," Misha Brown. Before becoming an influencer and author with 8 million followers, Misha performed THE FULL MONTY in the middle of Pennsylvania...with some interesting results. You don't want to miss these stories. See Misha on tour for his new book, "Be Your Own Bestie!" Find out how on his Instagram and TikTok @yourbestiemisha. If you enjoyed this episode, check out another episode covering David Yazbek's earlier shows: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS with Sara Gettelfinger If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The most profound element of the musical THE FULL MONTY is that its nudity is only a symbol of the greater vulnerability the characters express throughout the story.

Here this week to dive into that vulnerability (and let's be honest, the nudity) is everyone's favorite "bestie," Misha Brown. Before becoming an influencer and author with 8 million followers, Misha performed THE FULL MONTY in the middle of Pennsylvania...with some interesting results. You don't want to miss these stories.

See Misha on tour for his new book, "Be Your Own Bestie!" Find out how on his Instagram and TikTok @yourbestiemisha.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out another episode covering David Yazbek's earlier shows: DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS with Sara Gettelfinger

If you're not already with us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ enjoying the contests, essays, and bonus episodes, what are you waiting for?! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 3845 SIX with Teale Dvornik and Gianna Yanelli "God Save the Queen(s)!" This week we're covering not one, but six of the greatest divas currently on Broadway. Join us as we discuss the musical SIX, and the history behind it, with two very special guests: author, tour guide, and Broadway dresser Teale Dvornik (WICKED), and the current reigning "queen of green," Gianna Yanelli (SIX, MEAN GIRLS)! Learn more about Teale and her business through her website: The Backstage Blonde. Be sure to follow Gianna on Instagram @giannayanelli, and while we're thrilled Dylan Mulvaney is joining the Broadway cast, be sure to send Gianna some love in her final performances! If you enjoyed this episode, listen to another featuring a musical from the 2021-22 Broadway season: ⁠A STRANGE LOOP with L Morgan Lee.⁠ Join us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0000 SIX with Teale Dvornik and Gianna Yanelli full 167 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Teale Dvornik and Gianna Yanelli discuss the musical SIX (by Toby Marlow & Lucy Moss) "God Save the Queen(s)!" This week we're covering not one, but six of the greatest divas currently on Broadway. Join us as we discuss the musical SIX, and the history behind it, with two very special guests: author, tour guide, and Broadway dresser Teale Dvornik (WICKED), and the current reigning "queen of green," Gianna Yanelli (SIX, MEAN GIRLS)! Learn more about Teale and her business through her website: The Backstage Blonde. Be sure to follow Gianna on Instagram @giannayanelli, and while we're thrilled Dylan Mulvaney is joining the Broadway cast, be sure to send Gianna some love in her final performances! If you enjoyed this episode, listen to another featuring a musical from the 2021-22 Broadway season: ⁠A STRANGE LOOP with L Morgan Lee.⁠ Join us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "God Save the Queen(s)!" This week we're covering not one, but six of the greatest divas currently on Broadway.

Join us as we discuss the musical SIX, and the history behind it, with two very special guests: author, tour guide, and Broadway dresser Teale Dvornik (WICKED), and the current reigning "queen of green," Gianna Yanelli (SIX, MEAN GIRLS)!

Learn more about Teale and her business through her website: The Backstage Blonde.

Be sure to follow Gianna on Instagram @giannayanelli, and while we're thrilled Dylan Mulvaney is joining the Broadway cast, be sure to send Gianna some love in her final performances!

If you enjoyed this episode, listen to another featuring a musical from the 2021-22 Broadway season: ⁠A STRANGE LOOP with L Morgan Lee.⁠

Join us at ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4339 THE SOUND OF MUSIC with Tyler Joseph Ellis Happy New Year, listeners! We're starting off 2026 with one of the most famous musicals of all time, but while everyone has at least heard of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, most don't know its profound place in musical theatre history. Join guest Tyler Joseph Ellis (SHUCKED) as we discuss nuns, Nazis, and of course, the sound of music. Everyone showed up to this episode wearing Rodgers & Hammerstein swag, so rest assured, this beloved classic was in good hands. If you liked this episode, check out THE KING AND I with Mark Eden Horowitz & Joan Almedilla. Join us at ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 04 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0000 THE SOUND OF MUSIC with Tyler Joseph Ellis full 167 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Tyler Joseph Ellis discuss the musical THE SOUND OF MUSIC (music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse) Happy New Year, listeners! We're starting off 2026 with one of the most famous musicals of all time, but while everyone has at least heard of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, most don't know its profound place in musical theatre history. Join guest Tyler Joseph Ellis (SHUCKED) as we discuss nuns, Nazis, and of course, the sound of music. Everyone showed up to this episode wearing Rodgers & Hammerstein swag, so rest assured, this beloved classic was in good hands. If you liked this episode, check out THE KING AND I with Mark Eden Horowitz & Joan Almedilla. Join us at ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy New Year, listeners! We're starting off 2026 with one of the most famous musicals of all time, but while everyone has at least heard of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, most don't know its profound place in musical theatre history.

Join guest Tyler Joseph Ellis (SHUCKED) as we discuss nuns, Nazis, and of course, the sound of music. Everyone showed up to this episode wearing Rodgers & Hammerstein swag, so rest assured, this beloved classic was in good hands.

If you liked this episode, check out THE KING AND I with Mark Eden Horowitz & Joan Almedilla.

Join us at ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for contests, essays, and bonus episodes! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠.

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]]> 5093 WAR PAINT with Caden Zane Marshall WAR PAINT was the Broadway follow up to the musical GREY GARDENS, so of course it's the GREY GARDENS follow up on "A Musical Theatre Podcast." This week, actor, interpreter, and influencer Caden Zane Marshall joins us to talk about two women whose impact has changed the world forever. (And no, we don't mean Christine Ebersole and Patti LuPone...this time.) Join us for a lively conversation about makeup, music and spreadsheets, and try to forgive Jeff when he sticks up for capitalism. "Think Pink!" Check out Caden's website at cadenzane.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out GREY GARDENS with Drew Droege Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0000 WAR PAINT with Caden Zane Marshall full 166 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Caden Zane Marshall discuss the musical WAR PAINT (music by Scott Frankel, lyrics by Michael Korie, book by Doug Wright) WAR PAINT was the Broadway follow up to the musical GREY GARDENS, so of course it's the GREY GARDENS follow up on "A Musical Theatre Podcast." This week, actor, interpreter, and influencer Caden Zane Marshall joins us to talk about two women whose impact has changed the world forever. (And no, we don't mean Christine Ebersole and Patti LuPone...this time.) Join us for a lively conversation about makeup, music and spreadsheets, and try to forgive Jeff when he sticks up for capitalism. "Think Pink!" Check out Caden's website at cadenzane.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out GREY GARDENS with Drew Droege Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices WAR PAINT was the Broadway follow up to the musical GREY GARDENS, so of course it's the GREY GARDENS follow up on "A Musical Theatre Podcast."

This week, actor, interpreter, and influencer Caden Zane Marshall joins us to talk about two women whose impact has changed the world forever. (And no, we don't mean Christine Ebersole and Patti LuPone...this time.)

Join us for a lively conversation about makeup, music and spreadsheets, and try to forgive Jeff when he sticks up for capitalism. "Think Pink!"

Check out Caden's website at cadenzane.com and follow him on Instagram and TikTok.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out GREY GARDENS with Drew Droege

Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠ and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠, and the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠.

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]]> 4755 GREY GARDENS with Drew Droege This week we're spending another winter in a summer town as we cover the terrific 2006 musical GREY GARDENS. Here to not only have his cake but chew it and masticate it is the great Drew Droege (MESSY WHITE GAYS, TITANIQUE). Drew takes us through lesser-known accounts and perspectives on the Beale women, all while raising up the non-conformist ladies whose voices and humor give us life! Follow Drew on Instagram at @drewdroege and buy tickets to his new play at messywhitegays.com. If you enjoyed this episode...wait for next week's. It's a companion piece! Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our TeePublic Store, and the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full Jeffrey Scott Parsons This week we're spending another winter in a summer town as we cover the terrific 2006 musical GREY GARDENS. Here to not only have his cake but chew it and masticate it is the great Drew Droege (MESSY WHITE GAYS, TITANIQUE). Drew takes us through lesser-known accounts and perspectives on the Beale women, all while raising up the non-conformist ladies whose voices and humor give us life! Follow Drew on Instagram at @drewdroege and buy tickets to his new play at messywhitegays.com. If you enjoyed this episode...wait for next week's. It's a companion piece! Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our TeePublic Store, and the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're spending another winter in a summer town as we cover the terrific 2006 musical GREY GARDENS.

Here to not only have his cake but chew it and masticate it is the great Drew Droege (MESSY WHITE GAYS, TITANIQUE). Drew takes us through lesser-known accounts and perspectives on the Beale women, all while raising up the non-conformist ladies whose voices and humor give us life!

Follow Drew on Instagram at @drewdroege and buy tickets to his new play at messywhitegays.com.

If you enjoyed this episode...wait for next week's. It's a companion piece!

Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes and an upcoming Christmas gift! Be sure to follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Looking to give back? We have designs at our TeePublic Store, and the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3854 BONNIE & CLYDE with Ivan Menchell Today we finish up our fall American Dream Miniseries with a surprise fourth episode dedicated to the listener requested BONNIE & CLYDE. This musical, maybe even more than the others we've covered in this miniseries, most easily represents the experience of Americans in 2025. Let that sink in for a minute! Here to discuss it is the show's book writer, Ivan Menchell (BONNIE & CLYDE, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, DEATH NOTE) who provides fascinating context regarding his approach to these legendary characters and the explanation behind the show's short Broadway run. Follow Ivan on Instagram at @ivanmenchell For more Frank Wildhorn, listen to JEKYLL & HYDE with Rebecca Spencer Join all the cool people at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes (including one today featuring BONNIE & CLYDE superfan Jennifer Lyn), essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. Don't forget about our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0000 BONNIE & CLYDE with Ivan Menchell full 164 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ivan Menchell discuss the musical BONNIE & CLYDE (music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don Black, book by Ivan Menchell) Today we finish up our fall American Dream Miniseries with a surprise fourth episode dedicated to the listener requested BONNIE & CLYDE. This musical, maybe even more than the others we've covered in this miniseries, most easily represents the experience of Americans in 2025. Let that sink in for a minute! Here to discuss it is the show's book writer, Ivan Menchell (BONNIE & CLYDE, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, DEATH NOTE) who provides fascinating context regarding his approach to these legendary characters and the explanation behind the show's short Broadway run. Follow Ivan on Instagram at @ivanmenchell For more Frank Wildhorn, listen to JEKYLL & HYDE with Rebecca Spencer Join all the cool people at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes (including one today featuring BONNIE & CLYDE superfan Jennifer Lyn), essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. Don't forget about our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we finish up our fall American Dream Miniseries with a surprise fourth episode dedicated to the listener requested BONNIE & CLYDE.

This musical, maybe even more than the others we've covered in this miniseries, most easily represents the experience of Americans in 2025. Let that sink in for a minute!

Here to discuss it is the show's book writer, Ivan Menchell (BONNIE & CLYDE, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, DEATH NOTE) who provides fascinating context regarding his approach to these legendary characters and the explanation behind the show's short Broadway run.

Follow Ivan on Instagram at @ivanmenchell

For more Frank Wildhorn, listen to JEKYLL & HYDE with Rebecca Spencer

Join all the cool people at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes (including one today featuring BONNIE & CLYDE superfan Jennifer Lyn), essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. Don't forget about our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where the profits we receive are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠.

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]]> 3134 no BARNUM with Ryan VanDenBoom The third entry in our "American Dream" miniseries of listener requests is the 1980 musical BARNUM. Now, that means it is not THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, and please don't come for Jeff if he speaks too candidly about that musical! Instead, join us for a lively discussion regarding the showmanship of P.T. Barnum and the musical that bears his name as well as the complex legacy of characters like him in American History. Here to discuss it all is someone who knows a thing or two about showmanship. He can currently be seen in the Broadway smash MJ and recently choreographed a new production of BARNUM: it's Ryan VanDenBoom! (BANDSTAND, SOMETHING ROTTEN, and more.) Follow Ryan on Instagram at @ryanvandenboom If you liked this episode, check out THE MUSIC MAN with Teri Bibb Join all the cool people at PATREON! for bonus episodes, essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 BARNUM with Ryan VanDenBoom full Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ryan VanDenBoom discuss the musical BARNUM (music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Michael Stewart, book by Mark Bramble) The third entry in our "American Dream" miniseries of listener requests is the 1980 musical BARNUM. Now, that means it is not THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, and please don't come for Jeff if he speaks too candidly about that musical! Instead, join us for a lively discussion regarding the showmanship of P.T. Barnum and the musical that bears his name as well as the complex legacy of characters like him in American History. Here to discuss it all is someone who knows a thing or two about showmanship. He can currently be seen in the Broadway smash MJ and recently choreographed a new production of BARNUM: it's Ryan VanDenBoom! (BANDSTAND, SOMETHING ROTTEN, and more.) Follow Ryan on Instagram at @ryanvandenboom If you liked this episode, check out THE MUSIC MAN with Teri Bibb Join all the cool people at PATREON! for bonus episodes, essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The third entry in our "American Dream" miniseries of listener requests is the 1980 musical BARNUM. Now, that means it is not THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, and please don't come for Jeff if he speaks too candidly about that musical!

Instead, join us for a lively discussion regarding the showmanship of P.T. Barnum and the musical that bears his name as well as the complex legacy of characters like him in American History.

Here to discuss it all is someone who knows a thing or two about showmanship. He can currently be seen in the Broadway smash MJ and recently choreographed a new production of BARNUM: it's Ryan VanDenBoom! (BANDSTAND, SOMETHING ROTTEN, and more.)

Follow Ryan on Instagram at @ryanvandenboom

If you liked this episode, check out THE MUSIC MAN with Teri Bibb

Join all the cool people at PATREON! for bonus episodes, essays, and polls. Share our episodes and videos on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3569 no 1776 with Howard Sherman The second episode in our "American Dream miniseries" is dedicated to 1776, the listener requested, Best Musical winner of 1969. It's a surprisingly unconventional musical about the very beginnings of a government that is currently, as of this moment, shut down. Join our special guest Howard Sherman (arts administrator, writer, and advocate) as we look at how 1776 and HAIR could have premiered on Broadway at the same time and look to its characters for lessons on debate and disagreement. We honestly didn't think this episode would be so relevant right now. Read some of Howard's terrific work on his website https://hesherman.com/ and follow him on instagram at @hesherman. If you enjoyed this episode, check out HAIR with Jordan Dobson . Join us at PATREON! for exclusive access to our library of bonus episodes, essays, and mini series. Follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget to order something fun on our TeePublic Store. All of our profits go the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0000 1776 with Howard Sherman full 1 162 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Howard Sherman discuss the musical 1776 (music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards, book by Peter Stone) The second episode in our "American Dream miniseries" is dedicated to 1776, the listener requested, Best Musical winner of 1969. It's a surprisingly unconventional musical about the very beginnings of a government that is currently, as of this moment, shut down. Join our special guest Howard Sherman (arts administrator, writer, and advocate) as we look at how 1776 and HAIR could have premiered on Broadway at the same time and look to its characters for lessons on debate and disagreement. We honestly didn't think this episode would be so relevant right now. Read some of Howard's terrific work on his website https://hesherman.com/ and follow him on instagram at @hesherman. If you enjoyed this episode, check out HAIR with Jordan Dobson . Join us at PATREON! for exclusive access to our library of bonus episodes, essays, and mini series. Follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget to order something fun on our TeePublic Store. All of our profits go the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The second episode in our "American Dream miniseries" is dedicated to 1776, the listener requested, Best Musical winner of 1969. It's a surprisingly unconventional musical about the very beginnings of a government that is currently, as of this moment, shut down.

Join our special guest Howard Sherman (arts administrator, writer, and advocate) as we look at how 1776 and HAIR could have premiered on Broadway at the same time and look to its characters for lessons on debate and disagreement.

We honestly didn't think this episode would be so relevant right now.

Read some of Howard's terrific work on his website https://hesherman.com/ and follow him on instagram at @hesherman.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out HAIR with Jordan Dobson .

Join us at PATREON! for exclusive access to our library of bonus episodes, essays, and mini series. Follow and share our content on Instagram and TikTok. Don't forget to order something fun on our TeePublic Store. All of our profits go the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4273 yes RAGS with Samantha Massell Today we begin a mini-series on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" that will explore "the American Dream." These are musicals you listeners have requested that all have one thing in common: "being an American is a beautifully complicated thing." First up is the 1987 musical RAGS created originally by three titans of the art form: Charles Strouse (BYE BYE BIRDIE, ANNIE), Stephen Schwartz (WICKED, PIPPIN), and Joseph Stein (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, ZORBA). Here to discuss it with us is the star of many of those musicals and a fan of all of their creators, Samantha Massell (RAGS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF). There are so many synchronicities that happened during this conversation that you will have to agree this episode happened at exactly the right time with exactly the right people. Be sure to follow Samantha on Instagram at @smassellsings to learn more about her upcoming projects. If you enjoyed this episode, go back to the very beginning for "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and enjoy FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with Glenn Rosenblum Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Sep 2025 03:11:00 -0000 RAGS with Samantha Massell full 161 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Samantha Massell discuss the musical RAGS (music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, original book by Joseph Stein) Today we begin a mini-series on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" that will explore "the American Dream." These are musicals you listeners have requested that all have one thing in common: "being an American is a beautifully complicated thing." First up is the 1987 musical RAGS created originally by three titans of the art form: Charles Strouse (BYE BYE BIRDIE, ANNIE), Stephen Schwartz (WICKED, PIPPIN), and Joseph Stein (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, ZORBA). Here to discuss it with us is the star of many of those musicals and a fan of all of their creators, Samantha Massell (RAGS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF). There are so many synchronicities that happened during this conversation that you will have to agree this episode happened at exactly the right time with exactly the right people. Be sure to follow Samantha on Instagram at @smassellsings to learn more about her upcoming projects. If you enjoyed this episode, go back to the very beginning for "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and enjoy FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with Glenn Rosenblum Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we begin a mini-series on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" that will explore "the American Dream." These are musicals you listeners have requested that all have one thing in common: "being an American is a beautifully complicated thing."

First up is the 1987 musical RAGS created originally by three titans of the art form: Charles Strouse (BYE BYE BIRDIE, ANNIE), Stephen Schwartz (WICKED, PIPPIN), and Joseph Stein (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, ZORBA). Here to discuss it with us is the star of many of those musicals and a fan of all of their creators, Samantha Massell (RAGS, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF).

There are so many synchronicities that happened during this conversation that you will have to agree this episode happened at exactly the right time with exactly the right people.

Be sure to follow Samantha on Instagram at @smassellsings to learn more about her upcoming projects.

If you enjoyed this episode, go back to the very beginning for "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and enjoy FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with Glenn Rosenblum

Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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]]> 4259 no SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE with Danielle Ferland "There are worse things than listening to a podcast on a Sunday!" Join special guest, and original cast member, Danielle Ferland ("Little Red" in Into the Woods) as we look back at her Broadway debut in the Pulitzer Prize winning, and listener requested, Sondheim/Lapine musical Sunday in the Park with George. Listen to stories about the nontraditional way this nontraditional musical was created and whether or not Danielle ever found her glasses. If you enjoyed this episode, you should definitely check out our covid era episode on INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner Be sure to follow Danielle on Instagram at @ferlanddr to stay up to date with her latest projects. For more about Sunday in the Park with George and the other musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize in Drama, join us on PATREON! for our bonus series exclusively for the "Patreon! Fam" tier. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok, and check out our TeePublic Store which benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being here at "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:18:00 -0000 SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE with Danielle Ferland full 160 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Danielle Ferland discuss the musical SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine) "There are worse things than listening to a podcast on a Sunday!" Join special guest, and original cast member, Danielle Ferland ("Little Red" in Into the Woods) as we look back at her Broadway debut in the Pulitzer Prize winning, and listener requested, Sondheim/Lapine musical Sunday in the Park with George. Listen to stories about the nontraditional way this nontraditional musical was created and whether or not Danielle ever found her glasses. If you enjoyed this episode, you should definitely check out our covid era episode on INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner Be sure to follow Danielle on Instagram at @ferlanddr to stay up to date with her latest projects. For more about Sunday in the Park with George and the other musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize in Drama, join us on PATREON! for our bonus series exclusively for the "Patreon! Fam" tier. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok, and check out our TeePublic Store which benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being here at "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "There are worse things than listening to a podcast on a Sunday!"

Join special guest, and original cast member, Danielle Ferland ("Little Red" in Into the Woods) as we look back at her Broadway debut in the Pulitzer Prize winning, and listener requested, Sondheim/Lapine musical Sunday in the Park with George. Listen to stories about the nontraditional way this nontraditional musical was created and whether or not Danielle ever found her glasses.

If you enjoyed this episode, you should definitely check out our covid era episode on INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner

Be sure to follow Danielle on Instagram at @ferlanddr to stay up to date with her latest projects.

For more about Sunday in the Park with George and the other musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize in Drama, join us on PATREON! for our bonus series exclusively for the "Patreon! Fam" tier. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok, and check out our TeePublic Store which benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being here at "A Musical Theatre Podcast."

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]]> 4013 no PARADE with Max Chernin PARADE is by no means a "happy musical." But the way it has aged not only with audiences but within our culture has given it a happier ending than when it first opened in the 1999 Broadway season. This week, actor Max Chernin (Broadway's PARADE, BRIGHT STAR, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE) takes a moment from playing "Leo Frank" in the show's current national tour to discuss how the wounds from the original 1913 trial continue to fester today and how important it can be to "de-role" from it all. By the way, if you're into "true crime," this is the musical for you. Follow Max on Instagram @maxcherns If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check our episode exploring more complex moments of American History: RAGTIME with David Loud For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0000 PARADE with Max Chernin full 1 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Max Chernin discuss the musical PARADE (music & lyrics by Jason Robert Brown, book by Alfred Uhry) PARADE is by no means a "happy musical." But the way it has aged not only with audiences but within our culture has given it a happier ending than when it first opened in the 1999 Broadway season. This week, actor Max Chernin (Broadway's PARADE, BRIGHT STAR, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE) takes a moment from playing "Leo Frank" in the show's current national tour to discuss how the wounds from the original 1913 trial continue to fester today and how important it can be to "de-role" from it all. By the way, if you're into "true crime," this is the musical for you. Follow Max on Instagram @maxcherns If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check our episode exploring more complex moments of American History: RAGTIME with David Loud For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices PARADE is by no means a "happy musical." But the way it has aged not only with audiences but within our culture has given it a happier ending than when it first opened in the 1999 Broadway season.

This week, actor Max Chernin (Broadway's PARADE, BRIGHT STAR, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE) takes a moment from playing "Leo Frank" in the show's current national tour to discuss how the wounds from the original 1913 trial continue to fester today and how important it can be to "de-role" from it all.

By the way, if you're into "true crime," this is the musical for you.

Follow Max on Instagram @maxcherns

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check our episode exploring more complex moments of American History: RAGTIME with David Loud

For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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]]> 4451 yes THE ADDAMS FAMILY with Rachel Potter "They're creepy and they're kooky," but they also mean a lot to so many of you! THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a musical based on the beloved characters by Charles Addams is one of the most performed musicals in the United States. Today, we look at why that might be. Joining us is one of Broadway's "Wednesdays," the amazing Rachel Potter (EVITA, WICKED), whose new album "Stages" features one the musical's most popular songs. Follow Rachel on Instagram at @therachelpotter. Listen to her new album STAGES now! Also, here's the music video she mentions in the episode celebrating the "Addams Family Stage" of her life. If you enjoyed this episode, check out another celebrating composer Andrew Lippa: BIG FISH with Jeff Whiting For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 THE ADDAMS FAMILY with Rachel Potter full Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rachel Potter discuss the musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY (music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, book by Rick Elice and Marshall Brickman) "They're creepy and they're kooky," but they also mean a lot to so many of you! THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a musical based on the beloved characters by Charles Addams is one of the most performed musicals in the United States. Today, we look at why that might be. Joining us is one of Broadway's "Wednesdays," the amazing Rachel Potter (EVITA, WICKED), whose new album "Stages" features one the musical's most popular songs. Follow Rachel on Instagram at @therachelpotter. Listen to her new album STAGES now! Also, here's the music video she mentions in the episode celebrating the "Addams Family Stage" of her life. If you enjoyed this episode, check out another celebrating composer Andrew Lippa: BIG FISH with Jeff Whiting For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "They're creepy and they're kooky," but they also mean a lot to so many of you! THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a musical based on the beloved characters by Charles Addams is one of the most performed musicals in the United States. Today, we look at why that might be.

Joining us is one of Broadway's "Wednesdays," the amazing Rachel Potter (EVITA, WICKED), whose new album "Stages" features one the musical's most popular songs.

Follow Rachel on Instagram at @therachelpotter. Listen to her new album STAGES now! Also, here's the music video she mentions in the episode celebrating the "Addams Family Stage" of her life.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out another celebrating composer Andrew Lippa: BIG FISH with Jeff Whiting

For only a few dollars a month, subscribe to ⁠⁠PATREON!⁠⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠⁠.

More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community!

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]]> 4145 SMILE with Robert W. Schneider SMILE, a musical by Howard Ashman and Marvin Hamlisch about a teen beauty pageant may not have won the crown when it premiered on Broadway back in 1986, but it was the winner of this year's "Flop Shop" PATREON! poll. We're hoping now a few more people will know just how important this musical is! Director, podcaster, and educator Robert W. Schneider joins us just having finished directing a production of this lesser-known gem. Tune in to hear all about the original production and how the show was received by audiences in 2025. Be sure to follow Rob on Instagram @robwschneider and learn more about his theatre company at The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company If you enjoyed this episode, check out last year's winner of the "Flop Shop" poll: STEEL PIER with Colden Lamb Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rob Schneider discuss the musical SMILE (music by Marvin Hamlisch, book and lyrics by Howard Ashman) SMILE, a musical by Howard Ashman and Marvin Hamlisch about a teen beauty pageant may not have won the crown when it premiered on Broadway back in 1986, but it was the winner of this year's "Flop Shop" PATREON! poll. We're hoping now a few more people will know just how important this musical is! Director, podcaster, and educator Robert W. Schneider joins us just having finished directing a production of this lesser-known gem. Tune in to hear all about the original production and how the show was received by audiences in 2025. Be sure to follow Rob on Instagram @robwschneider and learn more about his theatre company at The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company If you enjoyed this episode, check out last year's winner of the "Flop Shop" poll: STEEL PIER with Colden Lamb Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices SMILE, a musical by Howard Ashman and Marvin Hamlisch about a teen beauty pageant may not have won the crown when it premiered on Broadway back in 1986, but it was the winner of this year's "Flop Shop" PATREON! poll. We're hoping now a few more people will know just how important this musical is!

Director, podcaster, and educator Robert W. Schneider joins us just having finished directing a production of this lesser-known gem. Tune in to hear all about the original production and how the show was received by audiences in 2025.

Be sure to follow Rob on Instagram @robwschneider and learn more about his theatre company at The J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company

If you enjoyed this episode, check out last year's winner of the "Flop Shop" poll: STEEL PIER with Colden Lamb

Join us at ⁠PATREON!⁠ for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ to keep you company in between episodes and be sure to check out our ⁠⁠TeePublic Store⁠⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠⁠.

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]]> 4588 DEATH BECOMES HER with Marco Pennette and Kaleigh Cronin Just as DEATH BECOMES HER celebrates 10 Tony nominations, we're thrilled to celebrate our new episode dedicated to this brand-new Broadway hit! Joining us is one of the nominees, the hilarious book writer himself, Marco Pennette (TV's Ugly Betty & Mom), and one of hard-working cast members keeping the show going 8 performances a week, Kaleigh Cronin (Cabaret, A Bronx Tale, Jersey Boys). Marco is an open, pardon the pun, "book," and you'll love his insider look at how this musical came to be. Kaleigh is not only in the show every night but also understudies both leading lady roles and has wonderful insights on those fabulous divas. Don't miss DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontaine Theatre in NYC! To learn more, visit deathbecomesher.com. Be sure to follow Kaleigh on Instagram at @kaleigh_cronin. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our recent episode with the writers of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS: Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co. Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠Spotify⁠ to keep you company in between episodes, and be sure to check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 04 May 2025 07:00:00 -0000 full 143 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Just as DEATH BECOMES HER celebrates 10 Tony nominations, we're thrilled to celebrate our new episode dedicated to this brand-new Broadway hit! Joining us is one of the nominees, the hilarious book writer himself, Marco Pennette (TV's Ugly Betty & Mom), and one of hard-working cast members keeping the show going 8 performances a week, Kaleigh Cronin (Cabaret, A Bronx Tale, Jersey Boys). Marco is an open, pardon the pun, "book," and you'll love his insider look at how this musical came to be. Kaleigh is not only in the show every night but also understudies both leading lady roles and has wonderful insights on those fabulous divas. Don't miss DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontaine Theatre in NYC! To learn more, visit deathbecomesher.com. Be sure to follow Kaleigh on Instagram at @kaleigh_cronin. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our recent episode with the writers of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS: Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co. Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠Spotify⁠ to keep you company in between episodes, and be sure to check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠. More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just as DEATH BECOMES HER celebrates 10 Tony nominations, we're thrilled to celebrate our new episode dedicated to this brand-new Broadway hit!

Joining us is one of the nominees, the hilarious book writer himself, Marco Pennette (TV's Ugly Betty & Mom), and one of hard-working cast members keeping the show going 8 performances a week, Kaleigh Cronin (Cabaret, A Bronx Tale, Jersey Boys).

Marco is an open, pardon the pun, "book," and you'll love his insider look at how this musical came to be. Kaleigh is not only in the show every night but also understudies both leading lady roles and has wonderful insights on those fabulous divas.

Don't miss DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontaine Theatre in NYC! To learn more, visit deathbecomesher.com. Be sure to follow Kaleigh on Instagram at @kaleigh_cronin.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out our recent episode with the writers of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS: Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co.

Join us at PATREON! for bonus episodes, contests, and polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠. We have fun playlists on ⁠Spotify⁠ to keep you company in between episodes, and be sure to check out our ⁠TeePublic Store⁠ where our profits from the designs are donated to ⁠Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS⁠.

More than anything, thank you for being an important part of this podcasting community!

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]]> 4061 CRAZY FOR YOU with Shannon Lewis "Let me give you the lowdown, we're K-razy for 'Lew!'" This week we're covering a game changing musical based on a game changing musical (get ready for Jeff's "Expired Ketchup" metaphor) featuring the Broadway debut of a performer who's now enjoying her Broadway debut as a choreographer! It's CRAZY FOR YOU with Shannon Lewis! Shannon (JUST IN TIME, FOSSE, CURTAINS, SWEET CHARITY, and so many more...) never forgets a count of choreo, so there's nobody better to talk about this "dance-tastic" musical that not only left audiences floating out of the theater but rolled out the red carpet for legendary director/choreographer Susan Stroman. For more Shannon, get your tickets now to see her choreographic work in the brand-new musical JUST IN TIME starring Jonathan Groff, and follow her on Instagram at @realshanlew If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to another incredible artist discuss the legacy of Broadway dance in our SWEET CHARITY episode with Dylis Croman! Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 12 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0000 CRAZY FOR YOU with Shannon Lewis full 142 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Shannon Lewis discuss the musical CRAZY FOR YOU (music by George Gershwin, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, book by Ken Ludwig) "Let me give you the lowdown, we're K-razy for 'Lew!'" This week we're covering a game changing musical based on a game changing musical (get ready for Jeff's "Expired Ketchup" metaphor) featuring the Broadway debut of a performer who's now enjoying her Broadway debut as a choreographer! It's CRAZY FOR YOU with Shannon Lewis! Shannon (JUST IN TIME, FOSSE, CURTAINS, SWEET CHARITY, and so many more...) never forgets a count of choreo, so there's nobody better to talk about this "dance-tastic" musical that not only left audiences floating out of the theater but rolled out the red carpet for legendary director/choreographer Susan Stroman. For more Shannon, get your tickets now to see her choreographic work in the brand-new musical JUST IN TIME starring Jonathan Groff, and follow her on Instagram at @realshanlew If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to another incredible artist discuss the legacy of Broadway dance in our SWEET CHARITY episode with Dylis Croman! Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Let me give you the lowdown, we're K-razy for 'Lew!'"


This week we're covering a game changing musical based on a game changing musical (get ready for Jeff's "Expired Ketchup" metaphor) featuring the Broadway debut of a performer who's now enjoying her Broadway debut as a choreographer! It's CRAZY FOR YOU with Shannon Lewis!


Shannon (JUST IN TIME, FOSSE, CURTAINS, SWEET CHARITY, and so many more...) never forgets a count of choreo, so there's nobody better to talk about this "dance-tastic" musical that not only left audiences floating out of the theater but rolled out the red carpet for legendary director/choreographer Susan Stroman.


For more Shannon, get your tickets now to see her choreographic work in the brand-new musical JUST IN TIME starring Jonathan Groff, and follow her on Instagram at @realshanlew


If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to another incredible artist discuss the legacy of Broadway dance in our SWEET CHARITY episode with Dylis Croman!


Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls!


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4261 no BEETLEJUICE with Ryan Breslin Beetlejuice...Beetlejuice...Beetle-just kidding, we're not that crazy. Today, we're talking about "you know who," and we're doing it with original Broadway cast member and current dance captain on the BEETLEJUICE national tour, Ryan Breslin! (NEWSIES, THE BOOK OF MORMON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY) Join us as we delve into the history of this fan favorite musical, the lore of the Netherworld, and what happens when Congresspeople are escorted out of your show. Follow Ryan on Instagram at @theryanbreslin and visit him and the rest of the cast on one of their stops by visiting BEETLEJUICE The Musical | Official Tour Website If you enjoyed this episode, check out another film turned musical composed by a different Australian comic: GROUNDHOG DAY with Ste Clough Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 29 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 BEETLEJUICE with Ryan Breslin full 141 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ryan Breslin discuss the musical BEETLEJUICE (music & lyrics by Eddie Perfect, book by Scott Brown & Anthony King) Beetlejuice...Beetlejuice...Beetle-just kidding, we're not that crazy. Today, we're talking about "you know who," and we're doing it with original Broadway cast member and current dance captain on the BEETLEJUICE national tour, Ryan Breslin! (NEWSIES, THE BOOK OF MORMON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY) Join us as we delve into the history of this fan favorite musical, the lore of the Netherworld, and what happens when Congresspeople are escorted out of your show. Follow Ryan on Instagram at @theryanbreslin and visit him and the rest of the cast on one of their stops by visiting BEETLEJUICE The Musical | Official Tour Website If you enjoyed this episode, check out another film turned musical composed by a different Australian comic: GROUNDHOG DAY with Ste Clough Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Beetlejuice...Beetlejuice...Beetle-just kidding, we're not that crazy.


Today, we're talking about "you know who," and we're doing it with original Broadway cast member and current dance captain on the BEETLEJUICE national tour, Ryan Breslin! (NEWSIES, THE BOOK OF MORMON, CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY) Join us as we delve into the history of this fan favorite musical, the lore of the Netherworld, and what happens when Congresspeople are escorted out of your show.


Follow Ryan on Instagram at @theryanbreslin and visit him and the rest of the cast on one of their stops by visiting BEETLEJUICE The Musical | Official Tour Website


If you enjoyed this episode, check out another film turned musical composed by a different Australian comic: GROUNDHOG DAY with Ste Clough


Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls!


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 3841 no FUNNY GIRL with Ruby Karp This week we're the luckiest people in the world as "funny girl" Ruby Karp joins us to discuss the legendary musical FUNNY GIRL. Throughout the conversation there is plenty of love for Babs, plenty of "not love" for Nicky Arnstein, and even a hypothesis regarding who Fanny Brice's third husband would have been in the 2020s. Follow Ruby on Instagram at @rubykarp and don't miss her show I DON'T TRUST ADULTS playing Soho Playhouse from March 26-May 3. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our episode on another Bob Merrill musical, CARNIVAL featuring Tony winner Debbie Gravitte Shapiro! Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0000 FUNNY GIRL with Ruby Karp full 1 140 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ruby Karp discuss the musical FUNNY GIRL (music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Bob Merrill, book by Isobel Lennart) This week we're the luckiest people in the world as "funny girl" Ruby Karp joins us to discuss the legendary musical FUNNY GIRL. Throughout the conversation there is plenty of love for Babs, plenty of "not love" for Nicky Arnstein, and even a hypothesis regarding who Fanny Brice's third husband would have been in the 2020s. Follow Ruby on Instagram at @rubykarp and don't miss her show I DON'T TRUST ADULTS playing Soho Playhouse from March 26-May 3. If you enjoyed this episode, check out our episode on another Bob Merrill musical, CARNIVAL featuring Tony winner Debbie Gravitte Shapiro! Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're the luckiest people in the world as "funny girl" Ruby Karp joins us to discuss the legendary musical FUNNY GIRL. Throughout the conversation there is plenty of love for Babs, plenty of "not love" for Nicky Arnstein, and even a hypothesis regarding who Fanny Brice's third husband would have been in the 2020s.


Follow Ruby on Instagram at @rubykarp and don't miss her show I DON'T TRUST ADULTS playing Soho Playhouse from March 26-May 3.


If you enjoyed this episode, check out our episode on another Bob Merrill musical, CARNIVAL featuring Tony winner Debbie Gravitte Shapiro!


Join our ever-growing community on PATREON! Starting at only $1 a month, you can gain access to membership tiers, trivia competitions, bonus episodes and voting polls.


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have fun playlists on Spotify to keep you company in between episodes. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4406 yes A STRANGE LOOP with L Morgan Lee Be careful when you open the loop... A STRANGE LOOP is a musical outlier in many ways: it's one of the few Broadway shows to include book, music, and lyrics by one individual. It also won pretty much every award it could have (including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama) during its New York runs. But maybe most impressive is the sheer number of conversations one can have about it. This week we welcome Tony nominee L Morgan Lee (A STRANGE LOOP) to open as many of those loops as we can in about an hour's time. Adult conversations will include queer vs gay musicals, the not-so-subtle art of cruising, shame, identity, and more... (notice the ellipses) Follow L Morgan on Instagram at @lmorganlee and don't miss her March 31st as host of this year's Maestra Amplify 2025, a concert amplifying the women and non-binary musicians in the musical theatre industry. If you enjoyed this episode, try our FALSETTOS episode with Tony winner Michael Rupert. We've just announced our new series on PATREON! featuring conversations about the 10 musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. (PS- one of them will be A STRANGE LOOP.) Join the PATREON! FAM tier today or be a Beginner for only $1. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 28 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 A STRANGE LOOP with L Morgan Lee full 139 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest L Morgan Lee discuss the musical A STRANGE LOOP (music, lyrics, & book by Michael R. Jackson) Be careful when you open the loop... A STRANGE LOOP is a musical outlier in many ways: it's one of the few Broadway shows to include book, music, and lyrics by one individual. It also won pretty much every award it could have (including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama) during its New York runs. But maybe most impressive is the sheer number of conversations one can have about it. This week we welcome Tony nominee L Morgan Lee (A STRANGE LOOP) to open as many of those loops as we can in about an hour's time. Adult conversations will include queer vs gay musicals, the not-so-subtle art of cruising, shame, identity, and more... (notice the ellipses) Follow L Morgan on Instagram at @lmorganlee and don't miss her March 31st as host of this year's Maestra Amplify 2025, a concert amplifying the women and non-binary musicians in the musical theatre industry. If you enjoyed this episode, try our FALSETTOS episode with Tony winner Michael Rupert. We've just announced our new series on PATREON! featuring conversations about the 10 musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. (PS- one of them will be A STRANGE LOOP.) Join the PATREON! FAM tier today or be a Beginner for only $1. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Be careful when you open the loop...


A STRANGE LOOP is a musical outlier in many ways: it's one of the few Broadway shows to include book, music, and lyrics by one individual. It also won pretty much every award it could have (including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama) during its New York runs. But maybe most impressive is the sheer number of conversations one can have about it.


This week we welcome Tony nominee L Morgan Lee (A STRANGE LOOP) to open as many of those loops as we can in about an hour's time. Adult conversations will include queer vs gay musicals, the not-so-subtle art of cruising, shame, identity, and more... (notice the ellipses)


Follow L Morgan on Instagram at @lmorganlee and don't miss her March 31st as host of this year's Maestra Amplify 2025, a concert amplifying the women and non-binary musicians in the musical theatre industry.


If you enjoyed this episode, try our FALSETTOS episode with Tony winner Michael Rupert.


We've just announced our new series on PATREON! featuring conversations about the 10 musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. (PS- one of them will be A STRANGE LOOP.) Join the PATREON! FAM tier today or be a Beginner for only $1.


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram and TikTok. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4329 yes THE OUTSIDERS with Kevin Csolak This week we wrap our three-episode series on recent entries into musical theatre history with one of today's biggest Broadway hits! THE OUTSIDERS became standard reading for young people in the United States following its novel debut in the 1960s, and now the story has become essential viewing for all musical theatre fans. Joining us to discuss how and why this show became a certified blockbuster is an expert in "musical gangs" and one of the stars of the hit revival of GYPSY, Kevin Csolak! Broadway audiences have watched Kevin grow up onstage, and his vast experience in the worlds of WEST SIDE STORY and THE OUTSIDERS makes him the perfect guest for this episode. Follow Kevin on Instagram at @kevincsolak If you enjoyed this episode, try our GYPSY episode with Alison Fraser or our WEST SIDE STORY episode with Hector Guerrero. Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever-growing community on PATREON!? You won't want to miss everything in store for our loyal subscribers from new tiers to trivia competitions and bonus episode series! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0000 THE OUTSIDERS with Kevin Csolak full 138 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kevin Csolak discuss the musical THE OUTSIDERS (music by Jamestown Revival [Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance] and Justin Levine, book by Adam Rapp and Justin Levine) This week we wrap our three-episode series on recent entries into musical theatre history with one of today's biggest Broadway hits! THE OUTSIDERS became standard reading for young people in the United States following its novel debut in the 1960s, and now the story has become essential viewing for all musical theatre fans. Joining us to discuss how and why this show became a certified blockbuster is an expert in "musical gangs" and one of the stars of the hit revival of GYPSY, Kevin Csolak! Broadway audiences have watched Kevin grow up onstage, and his vast experience in the worlds of WEST SIDE STORY and THE OUTSIDERS makes him the perfect guest for this episode. Follow Kevin on Instagram at @kevincsolak If you enjoyed this episode, try our GYPSY episode with Alison Fraser or our WEST SIDE STORY episode with Hector Guerrero. Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever-growing community on PATREON!? You won't want to miss everything in store for our loyal subscribers from new tiers to trivia competitions and bonus episode series! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we wrap our three-episode series on recent entries into musical theatre history with one of today's biggest Broadway hits!


THE OUTSIDERS became standard reading for young people in the United States following its novel debut in the 1960s, and now the story has become essential viewing for all musical theatre fans. Joining us to discuss how and why this show became a certified blockbuster is an expert in "musical gangs" and one of the stars of the hit revival of GYPSY, Kevin Csolak!


Broadway audiences have watched Kevin grow up onstage, and his vast experience in the worlds of WEST SIDE STORY and THE OUTSIDERS makes him the perfect guest for this episode.


Follow Kevin on Instagram at @kevincsolak


If you enjoyed this episode, try our GYPSY episode with Alison Fraser or our WEST SIDE STORY episode with Hector Guerrero.


Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever-growing community on PATREON!? You won't want to miss everything in store for our loyal subscribers from new tiers to trivia competitions and bonus episode series!


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4502 WATER FOR ELEPHANTS with Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co. It's beyond privilege to record an episode about a musical with the writers of said musical, and that is exactly what we have this week! To celebrate last season's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS debut in the licensing world, Tony-nominee Rick Elice (JERSEY BOYS, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, SMASH) as well as three members of innovative theatre team PigPen Theatre Co. (THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON) join us to spend a little more time "under the Big Top" of their epic show. Their decade's long journey of imagination and creativity (with plenty of Rick stories along the way) will leave you excited to mount a production of your own. To learn about licensing WATER FOR ELEPHANTS where you live, please visit https://broadwaylicensing.com/shows/broadway/water-for-elephants/ Follow PigPen Theatre Co. on Instagram @pigpentheatreco Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever growing community on PATREON!? Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 25 Jan 2025 19:48:00 -0000 WATER FOR ELEPHANTS with Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co. full 137 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Rick Elice and PigPen Theatre Co. discuss their musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS (music & lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co., book by Rick Elice) It's beyond privilege to record an episode about a musical with the writers of said musical, and that is exactly what we have this week! To celebrate last season's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS debut in the licensing world, Tony-nominee Rick Elice (JERSEY BOYS, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, SMASH) as well as three members of innovative theatre team PigPen Theatre Co. (THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON) join us to spend a little more time "under the Big Top" of their epic show. Their decade's long journey of imagination and creativity (with plenty of Rick stories along the way) will leave you excited to mount a production of your own. To learn about licensing WATER FOR ELEPHANTS where you live, please visit https://broadwaylicensing.com/shows/broadway/water-for-elephants/ Follow PigPen Theatre Co. on Instagram @pigpentheatreco Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever growing community on PATREON!? Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's beyond privilege to record an episode about a musical with the writers of said musical, and that is exactly what we have this week!


To celebrate last season's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS debut in the licensing world, Tony-nominee Rick Elice (JERSEY BOYS, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, SMASH) as well as three members of innovative theatre team PigPen Theatre Co. (THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON) join us to spend a little more time "under the Big Top" of their epic show. Their decade's long journey of imagination and creativity (with plenty of Rick stories along the way) will leave you excited to mount a production of your own.


To learn about licensing WATER FOR ELEPHANTS where you live, please visit https://broadwaylicensing.com/shows/broadway/water-for-elephants/


Follow PigPen Theatre Co. on Instagram @pigpentheatreco


Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join the ever growing community on PATREON!? Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on!


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 3995 LEMPICKA with Sarah Anne Fernandez New for 2025: new episodes of "A Musical Theatre Podcast" will drop on Saturday mornings! Also new for 2025, we're spending the first episodes of the year discussing some of the newest entries into our musical theatre canon. First up is a "flop" from the 2024 Broadway season with a larger cultural and emotional impact than shows with three times as many performances. LEMPICKA is a musical that introduces us to an icon too few know by name: Tamara de Lempicka. Special guest and "president" of the Eden Espinosa fan club Sarah Anne Fernandez (WICKED) joins us to discuss historical women in musical theatre, the incredible art of Tamara de Lempicka both on and off the stage, and her upcoming show dedicated to both. Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahannee17 and don't miss her show "Don't Forget Me" at The Green Room 42 this Monday, January 13th! Attend in person or virtually by reserving your tickets HERE! Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 11 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0000 LEMPICKA with Sarah Anne Fernandez full 136 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sarah Anne Fernandez discuss the musical LEMPICKA (music by Matt Gould, lyrics by Carson Kreitzer, book by Carson Kreitzer & Matt Gould) New for 2025: new episodes of "A Musical Theatre Podcast" will drop on Saturday mornings! Also new for 2025, we're spending the first episodes of the year discussing some of the newest entries into our musical theatre canon. First up is a "flop" from the 2024 Broadway season with a larger cultural and emotional impact than shows with three times as many performances. LEMPICKA is a musical that introduces us to an icon too few know by name: Tamara de Lempicka. Special guest and "president" of the Eden Espinosa fan club Sarah Anne Fernandez (WICKED) joins us to discuss historical women in musical theatre, the incredible art of Tamara de Lempicka both on and off the stage, and her upcoming show dedicated to both. Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahannee17 and don't miss her show "Don't Forget Me" at The Green Room 42 this Monday, January 13th! Attend in person or virtually by reserving your tickets HERE! Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices New for 2025: new episodes of "A Musical Theatre Podcast" will drop on Saturday mornings!


Also new for 2025, we're spending the first episodes of the year discussing some of the newest entries into our musical theatre canon. First up is a "flop" from the 2024 Broadway season with a larger cultural and emotional impact than shows with three times as many performances.


LEMPICKA is a musical that introduces us to an icon too few know by name: Tamara de Lempicka. Special guest and "president" of the Eden Espinosa fan club Sarah Anne Fernandez (WICKED) joins us to discuss historical women in musical theatre, the incredible art of Tamara de Lempicka both on and off the stage, and her upcoming show dedicated to both.


Follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahannee17 and don't miss her show "Don't Forget Me" at The Green Room 42 this Monday, January 13th! Attend in person or virtually by reserving your tickets HERE!


Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Still too much money? Give us a nice review during the month of January, send a screenshot to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com and receive a free year on us! We can't wait to show you what we've been working on!


Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have great playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4321 yes A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD with Erica Halverson and Daniel Pelzig We're celebrating the end of the year this week with the musical A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. And just like the musical itself, this week's episode is filled with much more than you'd expect: A salute to the Midwest musical theatre contributions that made this groundbreaking show possible? Check. Perspectives from the show's original Broadway choreographer? Check. Real talk on the successes and pitfalls of Theatre for Young Audiences? Check. A deep dive into the earnest yet sophisticated stories of two loveable amphibians... WITH COOKIES!? Double check. Join us for this packed conversation as guests Dr. Erica Halverson (host of Arts Educators Save the World) and director/choreographer Daniel Pelzig (Broadway's A Year with Frog and Toad and 33 Variations) bring their years of expertise to the intersection of children, theatre, and one of the most unique undertakings in modern Broadway history. Learn more about Erica's work (including her book and podcast) by visiting her website ericahalverson.com Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Join now to qualify for all of our new content in 2025. We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS TODAY, December 31st! Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 31 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000 A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD with Erica Halverson and Daniel Pelzig full 135 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Dr. Erica Halverson and Daniel Pelzig discuss the musical A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD (music by Robert Reale, book & lyrics by Willie Reale) We're celebrating the end of the year this week with the musical A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. And just like the musical itself, this week's episode is filled with much more than you'd expect: A salute to the Midwest musical theatre contributions that made this groundbreaking show possible? Check. Perspectives from the show's original Broadway choreographer? Check. Real talk on the successes and pitfalls of Theatre for Young Audiences? Check. A deep dive into the earnest yet sophisticated stories of two loveable amphibians... WITH COOKIES!? Double check. Join us for this packed conversation as guests Dr. Erica Halverson (host of Arts Educators Save the World) and director/choreographer Daniel Pelzig (Broadway's A Year with Frog and Toad and 33 Variations) bring their years of expertise to the intersection of children, theatre, and one of the most unique undertakings in modern Broadway history. Learn more about Erica's work (including her book and podcast) by visiting her website ericahalverson.com Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Join now to qualify for all of our new content in 2025. We can't wait to show you what we've been working on! Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS TODAY, December 31st! Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We're celebrating the end of the year this week with the musical A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD. And just like the musical itself, this week's episode is filled with much more than you'd expect:

  • A salute to the Midwest musical theatre contributions that made this groundbreaking show possible? Check.
  • Perspectives from the show's original Broadway choreographer? Check.
  • Real talk on the successes and pitfalls of Theatre for Young Audiences? Check.
  • A deep dive into the earnest yet sophisticated stories of two loveable amphibians... WITH COOKIES!? Double check.

Join us for this packed conversation as guests Dr. Erica Halverson (host of Arts Educators Save the World) and director/choreographer Daniel Pelzig (Broadway's A Year with Frog and Toad and 33 Variations) bring their years of expertise to the intersection of children, theatre, and one of the most unique undertakings in modern Broadway history.

Learn more about Erica's work (including her book and podcast) by visiting her website ericahalverson.com

Have you heard it's only $1 a month to join PATREON! Join now to qualify for all of our new content in 2025. We can't wait to show you what we've been working on!

Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS TODAY, December 31st!

Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4334 no ANYONE CAN WHISTLE with Mike Meaney In 1964, Carol was bringing down the house as Dolly, Barbra was blowing the roof off as Fanny, and for 9 performances only, Angela Lansbury belted out Sondheim as Cora Hoover Hooper in ANYONE CAN WHISTLE. It's no surprise to hear that "flop" is not a curse word on "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but that goes double for a show with an incredible score and some of the biggest storytelling swings in musical history. (Some of which are brilliant!) Join special guest Mike Meaney (off-Broadway's Do Re Mi) as we explore this listener request with a larger cultural footprint than many musicals with 10 times as many performances. As promised, there will be plenty of cookies. ;) Head over to PATREON! where subscribers of $1 or more will find even more Sondheim as Mike also guests in our final installment of "Something Worth Singing About." Subscribers will also receive a Christmas gift to the theatre merch store Bubble Bard! Be sure to follow Mike on Instagram @realmikemeaney and look forward to a new season at J2 Spotlight in New York where he'll be serving as Associate Director. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS at the end of this month! Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0000 ANYONE CAN WHISTLE with Mike Meaney full 134 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Mike Meaney discuss the musical ANYONE CAN WHISTLE (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Arthur Laurents) In 1964, Carol was bringing down the house as Dolly, Barbra was blowing the roof off as Fanny, and for 9 performances only, Angela Lansbury belted out Sondheim as Cora Hoover Hooper in ANYONE CAN WHISTLE. It's no surprise to hear that "flop" is not a curse word on "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but that goes double for a show with an incredible score and some of the biggest storytelling swings in musical history. (Some of which are brilliant!) Join special guest Mike Meaney (off-Broadway's Do Re Mi) as we explore this listener request with a larger cultural footprint than many musicals with 10 times as many performances. As promised, there will be plenty of cookies. ;) Head over to PATREON! where subscribers of $1 or more will find even more Sondheim as Mike also guests in our final installment of "Something Worth Singing About." Subscribers will also receive a Christmas gift to the theatre merch store Bubble Bard! Be sure to follow Mike on Instagram @realmikemeaney and look forward to a new season at J2 Spotlight in New York where he'll be serving as Associate Director. Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS at the end of this month! Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1964, Carol was bringing down the house as Dolly, Barbra was blowing the roof off as Fanny, and for 9 performances only, Angela Lansbury belted out Sondheim as Cora Hoover Hooper in ANYONE CAN WHISTLE.

It's no surprise to hear that "flop" is not a curse word on "A Musical Theatre Podcast," but that goes double for a show with an incredible score and some of the biggest storytelling swings in musical history. (Some of which are brilliant!) Join special guest Mike Meaney (off-Broadway's Do Re Mi) as we explore this listener request with a larger cultural footprint than many musicals with 10 times as many performances.

As promised, there will be plenty of cookies. ;)

Head over to PATREON! where subscribers of $1 or more will find even more Sondheim as Mike also guests in our final installment of "Something Worth Singing About." Subscribers will also receive a Christmas gift to the theatre merch store Bubble Bard!

Be sure to follow Mike on Instagram @realmikemeaney and look forward to a new season at J2 Spotlight in New York where he'll be serving as Associate Director.

Don't forget to like and share our episodes on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We have holiday and episode playlists on Spotify. And be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where our profits from those designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS at the end of this month!

Most importantly, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4148 no 42ND STREET with Karen Prunzik "Come and meet those dancing feet!" Why? Because those feet have been through a lot! Karen Prunzik originated the role of "Anytime Annie" in one of Broadway's biggest hits 42ND STREET. This 1980 stage adaptation of the 1933 film gave birth to musical theatre lore we still talk about to this day, and Karen had a front row seat for it all. Join us as we discuss the plot twists both onstage and off that came together to create a classic. Special thanks to Jonathan Blake Flemings for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this conversation, check out our drama filled episode about another musical from the early 1980s: NINE with Kim Criswell. ATTENTION! Now is the time to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1. Big changes are coming in 2025, and if you join now, you'll continue to get it ALL for only $1 a month. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for easy ways to share episodes and stay up to date with our latest. Don't forget our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000 42ND STREET with Karen Prunzik full 132 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Karen Prunzik discuss the musical 42ND STREET (music by Harry Warren, lyrics by Al Dubin and Johnny Mercer, book by Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble) "Come and meet those dancing feet!" Why? Because those feet have been through a lot! Karen Prunzik originated the role of "Anytime Annie" in one of Broadway's biggest hits 42ND STREET. This 1980 stage adaptation of the 1933 film gave birth to musical theatre lore we still talk about to this day, and Karen had a front row seat for it all. Join us as we discuss the plot twists both onstage and off that came together to create a classic. Special thanks to Jonathan Blake Flemings for making this episode possible! If you enjoyed this conversation, check out our drama filled episode about another musical from the early 1980s: NINE with Kim Criswell. ATTENTION! Now is the time to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1. Big changes are coming in 2025, and if you join now, you'll continue to get it ALL for only $1 a month. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for easy ways to share episodes and stay up to date with our latest. Don't forget our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Come and meet those dancing feet!" Why? Because those feet have been through a lot!

Karen Prunzik originated the role of "Anytime Annie" in one of Broadway's biggest hits 42ND STREET. This 1980 stage adaptation of the 1933 film gave birth to musical theatre lore we still talk about to this day, and Karen had a front row seat for it all. Join us as we discuss the plot twists both onstage and off that came together to create a classic.

Special thanks to Jonathan Blake Flemings for making this episode possible!

If you enjoyed this conversation, check out our drama filled episode about another musical from the early 1980s: NINE with Kim Criswell.

ATTENTION! Now is the time to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1. Big changes are coming in 2025, and if you join now, you'll continue to get it ALL for only $1 a month.

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for easy ways to share episodes and stay up to date with our latest. Don't forget our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4829 no THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with Sandra Joseph THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA enjoyed 13,981 performances on Broadway, the most of any musical of all time, but now it finally gets its true crowning glory: its own full episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." This week, Jeff is joined by actress, author, and public speaker Sandra Joseph who has a record-breaking title of her own: "the longest running leading lady in the longest running Broadway show of all time." With over 1,500 performances as Christine Daae under her belt, Sandra brings deep understanding and a beautifully personal connection to the show that is nothing less than a global phenomenon. Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandrajoseph, learn more about her current work at sandrajoseph.com, and buy her book Unmasking What Matters: 10 Life Lessons From 10 Years on Broadway. If you enjoyed this episode, share it! You might also enjoy our episode on EVITA with Javier Manente. Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, holiday surprises, and more wait for you for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000 THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with Sandra Joseph full 131 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sandra Joseph discuss the musical THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA (music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Charles Hart (additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe), book by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Richard Stilgoe) THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA enjoyed 13,981 performances on Broadway, the most of any musical of all time, but now it finally gets its true crowning glory: its own full episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." This week, Jeff is joined by actress, author, and public speaker Sandra Joseph who has a record-breaking title of her own: "the longest running leading lady in the longest running Broadway show of all time." With over 1,500 performances as Christine Daae under her belt, Sandra brings deep understanding and a beautifully personal connection to the show that is nothing less than a global phenomenon. Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandrajoseph, learn more about her current work at sandrajoseph.com, and buy her book Unmasking What Matters: 10 Life Lessons From 10 Years on Broadway. If you enjoyed this episode, share it! You might also enjoy our episode on EVITA with Javier Manente. Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, holiday surprises, and more wait for you for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA enjoyed 13,981 performances on Broadway, the most of any musical of all time, but now it finally gets its true crowning glory: its own full episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast."

This week, Jeff is joined by actress, author, and public speaker Sandra Joseph who has a record-breaking title of her own: "the longest running leading lady in the longest running Broadway show of all time." With over 1,500 performances as Christine Daae under her belt, Sandra brings deep understanding and a beautifully personal connection to the show that is nothing less than a global phenomenon.

Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandrajoseph, learn more about her current work at sandrajoseph.com, and buy her book Unmasking What Matters: 10 Life Lessons From 10 Years on Broadway.

If you enjoyed this episode, share it! You might also enjoy our episode on EVITA with Javier Manente.

Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, holiday surprises, and more wait for you for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4846 THE LAST FIVE YEARS with Grace Yurchuk Are you "Team Cathy" or "Team Jamie?" Exploring the arc of a five-year relationship from beginning to end (or end to beginning?) is no small feat, and this week we do it thanks to Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Singer/songwriter and social media star Grace Yurchuk joins Jeff to discuss this musical that has broken hearts and devastated audition accompanists since it's off-Broadway premiere in 2002. What did we get right? What did we get wrong? Let us know on social media! Follow Grace on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Check out her latest album Just Between Us: The Live Album on Apple Music and Spotify. Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and our brand-new Rocky Horror Cooking Show just in time for Halloween! All of it awaits for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 THE LAST FIVE YEARS with Grace Yurchuk full 1 130 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Grace Yurchuk discuss the musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS (music, lyrics, & book by Jason Robert Brown) Are you "Team Cathy" or "Team Jamie?" Exploring the arc of a five-year relationship from beginning to end (or end to beginning?) is no small feat, and this week we do it thanks to Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Singer/songwriter and social media star Grace Yurchuk joins Jeff to discuss this musical that has broken hearts and devastated audition accompanists since it's off-Broadway premiere in 2002. What did we get right? What did we get wrong? Let us know on social media! Follow Grace on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Check out her latest album Just Between Us: The Live Album on Apple Music and Spotify. Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and our brand-new Rocky Horror Cooking Show just in time for Halloween! All of it awaits for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Are you "Team Cathy" or "Team Jamie?"

Exploring the arc of a five-year relationship from beginning to end (or end to beginning?) is no small feat, and this week we do it thanks to Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS. Singer/songwriter and social media star Grace Yurchuk joins Jeff to discuss this musical that has broken hearts and devastated audition accompanists since it's off-Broadway premiere in 2002. What did we get right? What did we get wrong? Let us know on social media!

Follow Grace on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Check out her latest album Just Between Us: The Live Album on Apple Music and Spotify.

Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and our brand-new Rocky Horror Cooking Show just in time for Halloween! All of it awaits for only $1 a month! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4869 no THE PROM with Chad Beguelin THE PROM is an original musical that very much connected with audiences when it first premiered on Broadway in 2018. It features great characters, clever dialogue, and energetic songs. But those things don't write themselves, do they?! This week we sit down with the show's lyricist, and half of its book writing team, six-time Tony nominee Chad Beguelin! (THE WEDDING SINGER, ALADDIN, ELF) Chad takes us to "the prom" by way of exploring colorful characters like the Dee Dee Allen, inspirations from his hometown and childhood, and the pit stops his creative team passed up along the road to Broadway. (Spoiler alert: GOONIES THE MUSICAL was almost in the opening number.) Be sure to follow Chad on Instagram at @chadbeg and order his new novel SHOWMANCE. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our past episode Broadway Podcast Network - FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and an upcoming cooking show await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 THE PROM with Chad Beguelin full 129 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Chad Beguelin discuss the musical THE PROM (music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, book by Bob Martin & Chad Beguelin, original concept by Jack Viertel) THE PROM is an original musical that very much connected with audiences when it first premiered on Broadway in 2018. It features great characters, clever dialogue, and energetic songs. But those things don't write themselves, do they?! This week we sit down with the show's lyricist, and half of its book writing team, six-time Tony nominee Chad Beguelin! (THE WEDDING SINGER, ALADDIN, ELF) Chad takes us to "the prom" by way of exploring colorful characters like the Dee Dee Allen, inspirations from his hometown and childhood, and the pit stops his creative team passed up along the road to Broadway. (Spoiler alert: GOONIES THE MUSICAL was almost in the opening number.) Be sure to follow Chad on Instagram at @chadbeg and order his new novel SHOWMANCE. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our past episode Broadway Podcast Network - FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and an upcoming cooking show await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PROM is an original musical that very much connected with audiences when it first premiered on Broadway in 2018. It features great characters, clever dialogue, and energetic songs. But those things don't write themselves, do they?!

This week we sit down with the show's lyricist, and half of its book writing team, six-time Tony nominee Chad Beguelin! (THE WEDDING SINGER, ALADDIN, ELF) Chad takes us to "the prom" by way of exploring colorful characters like the Dee Dee Allen, inspirations from his hometown and childhood, and the pit stops his creative team passed up along the road to Broadway. (Spoiler alert: GOONIES THE MUSICAL was almost in the opening number.)

Be sure to follow Chad on Instagram at @chadbeg and order his new novel SHOWMANCE.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our past episode Broadway Podcast Network - FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons

Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and an upcoming cooking show await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4095 no GYPSY with Alison Fraser "Here she is boys! Here she is world! Here's... one of the best written musicals of all time!" GYPSY is part of Jeff's top three, and we have a top tier guest this week to celebrate it. Two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser (THE SECRET GARDEN, ROMANCE/ROMANCE, IN TROUSERS) was a close friend of writer Arthur Laurents and played the role of Tessie Tura in the famous 2008 Broadway revival. Join us as she helps us explore the striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee, her tragic monster of a mother, and how their musical fable is as old as storytelling itself. Be sure to send Alison that fan art on Instagram and Facebook! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on another Robbins/Laurents/Sondheim collaboration: WEST SIDE STORY with Hector Guerrero Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and fun surveys await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 GYPSY with Alison Fraser full 128 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Alison Fraser discuss the musical GYPSY (music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Arthur Laurents) "Here she is boys! Here she is world! Here's... one of the best written musicals of all time!" GYPSY is part of Jeff's top three, and we have a top tier guest this week to celebrate it. Two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser (THE SECRET GARDEN, ROMANCE/ROMANCE, IN TROUSERS) was a close friend of writer Arthur Laurents and played the role of Tessie Tura in the famous 2008 Broadway revival. Join us as she helps us explore the striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee, her tragic monster of a mother, and how their musical fable is as old as storytelling itself. Be sure to send Alison that fan art on Instagram and Facebook! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on another Robbins/Laurents/Sondheim collaboration: WEST SIDE STORY with Hector Guerrero Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and fun surveys await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Here she is boys! Here she is world! Here's... one of the best written musicals of all time!" GYPSY is part of Jeff's top three, and we have a top tier guest this week to celebrate it. Two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser (THE SECRET GARDEN, ROMANCE/ROMANCE, IN TROUSERS) was a close friend of writer Arthur Laurents and played the role of Tessie Tura in the famous 2008 Broadway revival. Join us as she helps us explore the striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee, her tragic monster of a mother, and how their musical fable is as old as storytelling itself.

Be sure to send Alison that fan art on Instagram and Facebook!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on another Robbins/Laurents/Sondheim collaboration: WEST SIDE STORY with Hector Guerrero

Have you subscribed to PATREON! and, if you haven't, what are you waiting for? Bonus episodes, trivia nights, and fun surveys await you for only $1 a month! Plus, you get the satisfaction of supporting "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're active on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Our Spotify playlists can keep you company in between episodes. And our TeePublic Store has great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4170 FINE AND DANDY with Jennifer Ashley Tepper This week's episode may have one of the all-time great backstories in musical theatre history: a woman composes a new Broadway score with her husband during the Great Depression while he works with the US president, and she falls in love with one of the biggest composers of all time. FINE AND DANDY is much more than its title implies, but it sure does have one humdinger of a "fine and dandy" score. Join producer and musical theatre historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper (54 Below, BE MORE CHILL) this week as we learn more about this piece of our collective musical past, and not the coconut tree from which we did not fall. We definitely recommend listening to last month's episode on LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett before listening to this one. The crossover was unintentionally inspiring! You can find the 2004 World Premier Recording of FINE AND DANDY on Spotify and Apple Music. Pre order Jennifer's new book Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That the History Books Left Out on Amazon and follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and X @jenashtep. To learn more about Kay Swift, read her granddaughter's book The Memory of All That: George Gershwin, Kay Swift, and My Family's Legacy of Infidelities Have you given "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice review? It's time! Are you on PATREON!? It's only a dollar! Have you joined us on Instagram, TikTok, and X? We have great content! These are all ways for us to connect with our wonderful podcasting community! We even have a TeePublic shop with great designs, and we donate our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all thank you for being here! xo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 FINE AND DANDY with Jennifer Ashley Tepper full 137 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jennifer Ashley Tepper discuss the musical FINE AND DANDY (music by Kay Swift, lyrics by Paul James, book by Donald Ogden Stewart) This week's episode may have one of the all-time great backstories in musical theatre history: a woman composes a new Broadway score with her husband during the Great Depression while he works with the US president, and she falls in love with one of the biggest composers of all time. FINE AND DANDY is much more than its title implies, but it sure does have one humdinger of a "fine and dandy" score. Join producer and musical theatre historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper (54 Below, BE MORE CHILL) this week as we learn more about this piece of our collective musical past, and not the coconut tree from which we did not fall. We definitely recommend listening to last month's episode on LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett before listening to this one. The crossover was unintentionally inspiring! You can find the 2004 World Premier Recording of FINE AND DANDY on Spotify and Apple Music. Pre order Jennifer's new book Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That the History Books Left Out on Amazon and follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and X @jenashtep. To learn more about Kay Swift, read her granddaughter's book The Memory of All That: George Gershwin, Kay Swift, and My Family's Legacy of Infidelities Have you given "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice review? It's time! Are you on PATREON!? It's only a dollar! Have you joined us on Instagram, TikTok, and X? We have great content! These are all ways for us to connect with our wonderful podcasting community! We even have a TeePublic shop with great designs, and we donate our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all thank you for being here! xo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week's episode may have one of the all-time great backstories in musical theatre history: a woman composes a new Broadway score with her husband during the Great Depression while he works with the US president, and she falls in love with one of the biggest composers of all time.

FINE AND DANDY is much more than its title implies, but it sure does have one humdinger of a "fine and dandy" score. Join producer and musical theatre historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper (54 Below, BE MORE CHILL) this week as we learn more about this piece of our collective musical past, and not the coconut tree from which we did not fall.

We definitely recommend listening to last month's episode on LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett before listening to this one. The crossover was unintentionally inspiring!

You can find the 2004 World Premier Recording of FINE AND DANDY on Spotify and Apple Music.

Pre order Jennifer's new book Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That the History Books Left Out on Amazon and follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and X @jenashtep.

To learn more about Kay Swift, read her granddaughter's book The Memory of All That: George Gershwin, Kay Swift, and My Family's Legacy of Infidelities

Have you given "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice review? It's time! Are you on PATREON!? It's only a dollar! Have you joined us on Instagram, TikTok, and X? We have great content! These are all ways for us to connect with our wonderful podcasting community! We even have a TeePublic shop with great designs, and we donate our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all thank you for being here! xo

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]]> 3337 no Listen Now - The Magical Making of Disney's Aladdin on Broadway http://bpn.fm/aladdin Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph. Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for NY1 and NY1OnStage host Frank DiLella on an in-depth exploration that begins with the initial spark of a stage adaptation. We'll delve into the challenges faced during out-of-town tryouts, the unwavering determination to overcome them, and the celebration of reaching over a decade on Broadway – a remarkable feat in the world of musical theatre. This captivating series features exclusive conversations with the original cast and creative team behind ALADDIN including Alan Menken, Casey Nicholaw, James Monroe Iglehart, Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed, Sonya Balsara, Adi Roy and more as they recount their experiences with the show. Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan, a theatre enthusiast, or simply captivated by the magic of storytelling, this series is a must-listen. Unveil the untold story of ALADDIN and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that created a Broadway sensation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000 bonus Jeffrey Scott Parsons Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph. Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for NY1 and NY1OnStage host Frank DiLella on an in-depth exploration that begins with the initial spark of a stage adaptation. We'll delve into the challenges faced during out-of-town tryouts, the unwavering determination to overcome them, and the celebration of reaching over a decade on Broadway – a remarkable feat in the world of musical theatre. This captivating series features exclusive conversations with the original cast and creative team behind ALADDIN including Alan Menken, Casey Nicholaw, James Monroe Iglehart, Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed, Sonya Balsara, Adi Roy and more as they recount their experiences with the show. Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan, a theatre enthusiast, or simply captivated by the magic of storytelling, this series is a must-listen. Unveil the untold story of ALADDIN and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that created a Broadway sensation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Few musicals have captured the hearts of audiences quite like Disney's ALADDIN. But did you know the beloved stage adaptation of the classic animation almost never came to be? This podcast pulls back the curtain on the untold story of ALADDIN's journey from conception to Broadway triumph.

Join 11-time Emmy Award winning entertainment journalist for NY1 and NY1OnStage host Frank DiLella on an in-depth exploration that begins with the initial spark of a stage adaptation. We'll delve into the challenges faced during out-of-town tryouts, the unwavering determination to overcome them, and the celebration of reaching over a decade on Broadway – a remarkable feat in the world of musical theatre.

This captivating series features exclusive conversations with the original cast and creative team behind ALADDIN including Alan Menken, Casey Nicholaw, James Monroe Iglehart, Adam Jacobs, Courtney Reed, Sonya Balsara, Adi Roy and more as they recount their experiences with the show.

Whether you're a lifelong Disney fan, a theatre enthusiast, or simply captivated by the magic of storytelling, this series is a must-listen. Unveil the untold story of ALADDIN and discover the passion, resilience, and drive that created a Broadway sensation.

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]]> 1046 ANASTASIA with Damson Chola Jr. ANASTASIA is a musical based on a rumor that has stood the test of time and is a testament to the stories we tell during our "darkest Decembers." Joining us this week to discuss it is a young man who's just beginning to tell his own story, and he's earned quite the platform to do so. Damson Chola Jr. won the Jimmy Awards earlier this year and, thanks to incredible performing arts support in his Texas hometown, already has this epic musical on his resume. Don't miss this conversation filled with history, animation, and heart. Follow Damson on Instagram @damsoncholajr, and be sure to check out his galleries and original music by visiting damsoncholajr.com If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode with ANASTASIA composers Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet? It's only $1 a month, and next week subscribers get a new episode of "Something Worth Singing About" dedicated to the musicals of Ahrens & Flaherty. Follow all the latest from the podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 18 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 ANASTASIA with Damson Chola Jr. full 136 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Damson Chola Jr. discuss the musical ANASTASIA (music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Terrence McNally) ANASTASIA is a musical based on a rumor that has stood the test of time and is a testament to the stories we tell during our "darkest Decembers." Joining us this week to discuss it is a young man who's just beginning to tell his own story, and he's earned quite the platform to do so. Damson Chola Jr. won the Jimmy Awards earlier this year and, thanks to incredible performing arts support in his Texas hometown, already has this epic musical on his resume. Don't miss this conversation filled with history, animation, and heart. Follow Damson on Instagram @damsoncholajr, and be sure to check out his galleries and original music by visiting damsoncholajr.com If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode with ANASTASIA composers Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet? It's only $1 a month, and next week subscribers get a new episode of "Something Worth Singing About" dedicated to the musicals of Ahrens & Flaherty. Follow all the latest from the podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ANASTASIA is a musical based on a rumor that has stood the test of time and is a testament to the stories we tell during our "darkest Decembers." Joining us this week to discuss it is a young man who's just beginning to tell his own story, and he's earned quite the platform to do so. Damson Chola Jr. won the Jimmy Awards earlier this year and, thanks to incredible performing arts support in his Texas hometown, already has this epic musical on his resume. Don't miss this conversation filled with history, animation, and heart.

Follow Damson on Instagram @damsoncholajr, and be sure to check out his galleries and original music by visiting damsoncholajr.com

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode with ANASTASIA composers Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty: A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens

Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet? It's only $1 a month, and next week subscribers get a new episode of "Something Worth Singing About" dedicated to the musicals of Ahrens & Flaherty. Follow all the latest from the podcast on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 3919 LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett We've got our first "musicologist" and first Gershwin brothers musical in the same episode! This week we welcome William A. Everett to discuss George & Ira's first full collaboration LADY, BE GOOD! Not only did this musical star the Astaire siblings, but it also landed in 1924, a year you'll soon realize was one of the most important in all of Broadway history. Don't miss this jam-packed episode that in under an hour manages to include both HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL references and highbrow words like "diagetic." (insert exclamation point here!) Order Bill's new book The Year that Made the Musical: 1924 and the Glamour of Musical Theatre If you enjoyed this conversation, give a listen to our episode on THE DROWSY CHAPERONE with Ken Werther, a modern take on a similar musical style. Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet?! For only $1 a month you get a bonus episode and more great ways to participate in "A Musical Theatre Podcast." You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for a steady flow of episode related content. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 LADY, BE GOOD! with William A. Everett full 135 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest William A. Everett discuss the musical LADY, BE GOOD! (music by George Gershwin, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, book by Guy Bolton & Fred Thompson) We've got our first "musicologist" and first Gershwin brothers musical in the same episode! This week we welcome William A. Everett to discuss George & Ira's first full collaboration LADY, BE GOOD! Not only did this musical star the Astaire siblings, but it also landed in 1924, a year you'll soon realize was one of the most important in all of Broadway history. Don't miss this jam-packed episode that in under an hour manages to include both HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL references and highbrow words like "diagetic." (insert exclamation point here!) Order Bill's new book The Year that Made the Musical: 1924 and the Glamour of Musical Theatre If you enjoyed this conversation, give a listen to our episode on THE DROWSY CHAPERONE with Ken Werther, a modern take on a similar musical style. Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet?! For only $1 a month you get a bonus episode and more great ways to participate in "A Musical Theatre Podcast." You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for a steady flow of episode related content. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We've got our first "musicologist" and first Gershwin brothers musical in the same episode! This week we welcome William A. Everett to discuss George & Ira's first full collaboration LADY, BE GOOD! Not only did this musical star the Astaire siblings, but it also landed in 1924, a year you'll soon realize was one of the most important in all of Broadway history. Don't miss this jam-packed episode that in under an hour manages to include both HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL references and highbrow words like "diagetic." (insert exclamation point here!)

Order Bill's new book The Year that Made the Musical: 1924 and the Glamour of Musical Theatre

If you enjoyed this conversation, give a listen to our episode on THE DROWSY CHAPERONE with Ken Werther, a modern take on a similar musical style.

Have you subscribed to PATREON! yet?! For only $1 a month you get a bonus episode and more great ways to participate in "A Musical Theatre Podcast." You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for a steady flow of episode related content. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3814 no DOGFIGHT with Frankie Errington We had "Some Kinda Time" creating an episode all about the terrific musical DOGFIGHT. This off-Broadway offering from Pasek & Paul (pre-Evan Hansen) was both critically appreciated and feared for its unusual premise when it premiered in 2012, but this week's conversation with the talented Frankie Errington (San Diego Critics nominee for DOGFIGHT) reveals how that premise allows for a deep dive into all things human. This episode is one that just might make you a fan of a show you didn't know. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our other Pasek & Paul episodes: A CHRISTMAS STORY with Ian Eisendrath and DEAR EVAN HANSEN with Robert Bannon Be sure to follow Frankie on Instagram @frankie.errington for a daily dose of inspiration! Now listen... give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice rating and review, okay? It helps. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and ways to connect like "Musical Theatre Trivia Nights!" (You'll also score bonus points with Jeff...) Don't forget about us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And finally, our designs on TeePublic bring us profits that we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 DOGFIGHT with Frankie Errington full 134 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Frankie Errington discuss the musical DOGFIGHT (music and lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, book by Peter Duchan) We had "Some Kinda Time" creating an episode all about the terrific musical DOGFIGHT. This off-Broadway offering from Pasek & Paul (pre-Evan Hansen) was both critically appreciated and feared for its unusual premise when it premiered in 2012, but this week's conversation with the talented Frankie Errington (San Diego Critics nominee for DOGFIGHT) reveals how that premise allows for a deep dive into all things human. This episode is one that just might make you a fan of a show you didn't know. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our other Pasek & Paul episodes: A CHRISTMAS STORY with Ian Eisendrath and DEAR EVAN HANSEN with Robert Bannon Be sure to follow Frankie on Instagram @frankie.errington for a daily dose of inspiration! Now listen... give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice rating and review, okay? It helps. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and ways to connect like "Musical Theatre Trivia Nights!" (You'll also score bonus points with Jeff...) Don't forget about us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And finally, our designs on TeePublic bring us profits that we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We had "Some Kinda Time" creating an episode all about the terrific musical DOGFIGHT. This off-Broadway offering from Pasek & Paul (pre-Evan Hansen) was both critically appreciated and feared for its unusual premise when it premiered in 2012, but this week's conversation with the talented Frankie Errington (San Diego Critics nominee for DOGFIGHT) reveals how that premise allows for a deep dive into all things human. This episode is one that just might make you a fan of a show you didn't know.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our other Pasek & Paul episodes: A CHRISTMAS STORY with Ian Eisendrath and DEAR EVAN HANSEN with Robert Bannon

Be sure to follow Frankie on Instagram @frankie.errington for a daily dose of inspiration!

Now listen... give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" a nice rating and review, okay? It helps. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and ways to connect like "Musical Theatre Trivia Nights!" (You'll also score bonus points with Jeff...) Don't forget about us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. And finally, our designs on TeePublic bring us profits that we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4871 yes NEWSIES with Dillon Klena Send out the call! We're not on strike, but we are covering the biggest hit to start out as a bigger flop (not a bad word). NEWSIES meant a lot to those of us who grew up in the 90s and, thanks to the stage adaptation that fouette'd all over Broadway in 2012, it will continue to mean a lot to future generations. The story of unity and speaking truth to power is timeless, and that's one of the reasons this week's guest has played Jack Kelly so many times. Dillon Klena (Nick in JAGGED LITTLE PILL) joins us to dive deep into the show and characters just in time to sell "papes" for the fourth time! Also adding to the conversation is producer and lyricist Jordan Beck whose admiration of lyricist Jack Feldman is guaranteed to bring respect you didn't know you had for this show. Look out for his segments scattered throughout the episode! Follow Dillon on Instagram @dillon_scott_klena and buy tickets to see him in NEWSIES July 12-28 at Musical Theatre West in Long Beach, CA by visiting www.musical.org. Learn more about Jordan by following him on Instagram @jordanbeck910 as well as his theatre company CCAE Theatricals @ccaetheatricals where he currently serves as Managing Producer. He is also one of the forces behind the award-winning new musical WITNESSES @witnessesmusical. Have you left us a nice rating and review? What are you waiting for?? Maybe you're waiting to first subscribe to PATREON! for only $1, so you can get bonus episodes every month and much more. Don't forget we're on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 NEWSIES with Dillon Klena full 1 132 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Dillon Klena discuss the musical NEWSIES (music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, book by Harvey Fierstein) Send out the call! We're not on strike, but we are covering the biggest hit to start out as a bigger flop (not a bad word). NEWSIES meant a lot to those of us who grew up in the 90s and, thanks to the stage adaptation that fouette'd all over Broadway in 2012, it will continue to mean a lot to future generations. The story of unity and speaking truth to power is timeless, and that's one of the reasons this week's guest has played Jack Kelly so many times. Dillon Klena (Nick in JAGGED LITTLE PILL) joins us to dive deep into the show and characters just in time to sell "papes" for the fourth time! Also adding to the conversation is producer and lyricist Jordan Beck whose admiration of lyricist Jack Feldman is guaranteed to bring respect you didn't know you had for this show. Look out for his segments scattered throughout the episode! Follow Dillon on Instagram @dillon_scott_klena and buy tickets to see him in NEWSIES July 12-28 at Musical Theatre West in Long Beach, CA by visiting www.musical.org. Learn more about Jordan by following him on Instagram @jordanbeck910 as well as his theatre company CCAE Theatricals @ccaetheatricals where he currently serves as Managing Producer. He is also one of the forces behind the award-winning new musical WITNESSES @witnessesmusical. Have you left us a nice rating and review? What are you waiting for?? Maybe you're waiting to first subscribe to PATREON! for only $1, so you can get bonus episodes every month and much more. Don't forget we're on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Send out the call! We're not on strike, but we are covering the biggest hit to start out as a bigger flop (not a bad word).

NEWSIES meant a lot to those of us who grew up in the 90s and, thanks to the stage adaptation that fouette'd all over Broadway in 2012, it will continue to mean a lot to future generations. The story of unity and speaking truth to power is timeless, and that's one of the reasons this week's guest has played Jack Kelly so many times. Dillon Klena (Nick in JAGGED LITTLE PILL) joins us to dive deep into the show and characters just in time to sell "papes" for the fourth time!

Also adding to the conversation is producer and lyricist Jordan Beck whose admiration of lyricist Jack Feldman is guaranteed to bring respect you didn't know you had for this show. Look out for his segments scattered throughout the episode!

Follow Dillon on Instagram @dillon_scott_klena and buy tickets to see him in NEWSIES July 12-28 at Musical Theatre West in Long Beach, CA by visiting www.musical.org.

Learn more about Jordan by following him on Instagram @jordanbeck910 as well as his theatre company CCAE Theatricals @ccaetheatricals where he currently serves as Managing Producer. He is also one of the forces behind the award-winning new musical WITNESSES @witnessesmusical.

Have you left us a nice rating and review? What are you waiting for?? Maybe you're waiting to first subscribe to PATREON! for only $1, so you can get bonus episodes every month and much more. Don't forget we're on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 5231 no AVENUE Q with Sarah Hester Ross "A spoonful of comedy helps the feminism go down," says this week's guest, the musical comedian and TikTok sensation Sarah Hester Ross. Sarah's personal blend of music and comedy makes her a perfect guest to discuss the musical AVENUE Q. Filled with puppets, paradoxes, and porn, this controversial 2004 Best Musical winner used comedy to help adults navigate life beyond Sesame Street. Enjoy this engaging discussion that examines what's changed since its debut, what remains the same, and the role of humor in it all. The easiest way to follow Sarah on her social media accounts as well as enjoy her new standup special, "Don't Mess with a Redhead" is by visiting her website sarahhesterross.com If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our THE BOOK OF MORMON episode featuring Candace Quarrels! Broadway Podcast Network - THE BOOK OF MORMON with Candace Quarrels Remember to give us a nice rating and review to help the podcast grow! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a monthly bonus episode plus ways to connect and participate. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 AVENUE Q with Sarah Hester Ross full 131 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sarah Hester Ross discuss the musical AVENUE Q (music and lyrics by Jeff Marx & Robert Lopez, book by Jeff Whitty) "A spoonful of comedy helps the feminism go down," says this week's guest, the musical comedian and TikTok sensation Sarah Hester Ross. Sarah's personal blend of music and comedy makes her a perfect guest to discuss the musical AVENUE Q. Filled with puppets, paradoxes, and porn, this controversial 2004 Best Musical winner used comedy to help adults navigate life beyond Sesame Street. Enjoy this engaging discussion that examines what's changed since its debut, what remains the same, and the role of humor in it all. The easiest way to follow Sarah on her social media accounts as well as enjoy her new standup special, "Don't Mess with a Redhead" is by visiting her website sarahhesterross.com If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our THE BOOK OF MORMON episode featuring Candace Quarrels! Broadway Podcast Network - THE BOOK OF MORMON with Candace Quarrels Remember to give us a nice rating and review to help the podcast grow! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a monthly bonus episode plus ways to connect and participate. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "A spoonful of comedy helps the feminism go down," says this week's guest, the musical comedian and TikTok sensation Sarah Hester Ross. Sarah's personal blend of music and comedy makes her a perfect guest to discuss the musical AVENUE Q. Filled with puppets, paradoxes, and porn, this controversial 2004 Best Musical winner used comedy to help adults navigate life beyond Sesame Street. Enjoy this engaging discussion that examines what's changed since its debut, what remains the same, and the role of humor in it all.

The easiest way to follow Sarah on her social media accounts as well as enjoy her new standup special, "Don't Mess with a Redhead" is by visiting her website sarahhesterross.com

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our THE BOOK OF MORMON episode featuring Candace Quarrels! Broadway Podcast Network - THE BOOK OF MORMON with Candace Quarrels

Remember to give us a nice rating and review to help the podcast grow! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a monthly bonus episode plus ways to connect and participate. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4723 yes FALSETTOS with Michael Rupert We're feeling a lot of pride (see what we did there?) about covering the musical FALSETTOS this month. Jeff calls this show the "M word," and our guest calls it "twelve years of his life." Tony-winner Michael Rupert (SWEET CHARITY, LEGALLY BLONDE, ON THE TOWN) began playing the role of Marvin off-off-Broadway in 1980 when MARCH OF THE FALSETTOS (or Act 1 of FALSETTOS) first premiered, and he continued on with the character through the full show's Broadway bow. It earned him his second Tony nomination and a lifetime of memories. Don't miss this very special episode with a very special guest. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy our LA CAGE AUX FOLLES episode with original Broadway cast member David Engel: Broadway Podcast Network - LA CAGE AUX FOLLES with David Engel Michael Rupert is really good at posting memories on Instagram, so follow him @michaelrupertofficial. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to share it! Give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Be sure to join us over at PATREON! where for only $1 a month you receive a bonus episode and much more. And finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 FALSETTOS with Michael Rupert full 1 130 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Michael Rupert discuss the musical FALSETTOS (music & lyrics by William Finn, book by William Finn and James Lapine) We're feeling a lot of pride (see what we did there?) about covering the musical FALSETTOS this month. Jeff calls this show the "M word," and our guest calls it "twelve years of his life." Tony-winner Michael Rupert (SWEET CHARITY, LEGALLY BLONDE, ON THE TOWN) began playing the role of Marvin off-off-Broadway in 1980 when MARCH OF THE FALSETTOS (or Act 1 of FALSETTOS) first premiered, and he continued on with the character through the full show's Broadway bow. It earned him his second Tony nomination and a lifetime of memories. Don't miss this very special episode with a very special guest. If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy our LA CAGE AUX FOLLES episode with original Broadway cast member David Engel: Broadway Podcast Network - LA CAGE AUX FOLLES with David Engel Michael Rupert is really good at posting memories on Instagram, so follow him @michaelrupertofficial. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to share it! Give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Be sure to join us over at PATREON! where for only $1 a month you receive a bonus episode and much more. And finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We're feeling a lot of pride (see what we did there?) about covering the musical FALSETTOS this month. Jeff calls this show the "M word," and our guest calls it "twelve years of his life." Tony-winner Michael Rupert (SWEET CHARITY, LEGALLY BLONDE, ON THE TOWN) began playing the role of Marvin off-off-Broadway in 1980 when MARCH OF THE FALSETTOS (or Act 1 of FALSETTOS) first premiered, and he continued on with the character through the full show's Broadway bow. It earned him his second Tony nomination and a lifetime of memories. Don't miss this very special episode with a very special guest.

If you enjoyed this episode, you might also enjoy our LA CAGE AUX FOLLES episode with original Broadway cast member David Engel: Broadway Podcast Network - LA CAGE AUX FOLLES with David Engel

Michael Rupert is really good at posting memories on Instagram, so follow him @michaelrupertofficial.

The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to share it! Give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Be sure to join us over at PATREON! where for only $1 a month you receive a bonus episode and much more. And finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 3969 no HAIR with Jordan Dobson "The musical of a generation! The show that changed musical theatre forever! The last musical to top the pop charts!" There's always plenty of hyperbole surrounding HAIR. This week, we're getting to the heart of it, and you might be surprised by how relatable it feels. Jordan Dobson (HADESTOWN, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, BAD CINDERELLA, WEST SIDE STORY) joins us from the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia where he's currently starring in HAIR as Claude. Together, he and Jeff discuss the context of the show, its creators, and its 2024 relevance. Don't worry, there's also plenty of time to discuss astrology and being upstaged by nudity. Get your tickets now to see Jordan and his talented tribe in HAIR through July 7th at www.sigtheatre.org! You should also definitely follow Jordan on Instagram @jordandobson_ Speaking of tribes, thank you for all your kind messages and comments lately. Keep them coming! Stay up to date with "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes like our recent "Listening Party" with Jayke Workman of THE RINK. We also have great designs on our TeePublic Store that can be put on all kinds of merchandise (including tank tops!!!) The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Hair with Jordan Dobson full 1 129 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jordan Dobson discuss the musical HAIR (music by Galt MacDermot, lyrics and book by James Rado and Gerome Ragni) "The musical of a generation! The show that changed musical theatre forever! The last musical to top the pop charts!" There's always plenty of hyperbole surrounding HAIR. This week, we're getting to the heart of it, and you might be surprised by how relatable it feels. Jordan Dobson (HADESTOWN, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, BAD CINDERELLA, WEST SIDE STORY) joins us from the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia where he's currently starring in HAIR as Claude. Together, he and Jeff discuss the context of the show, its creators, and its 2024 relevance. Don't worry, there's also plenty of time to discuss astrology and being upstaged by nudity. Get your tickets now to see Jordan and his talented tribe in HAIR through July 7th at www.sigtheatre.org! You should also definitely follow Jordan on Instagram @jordandobson_ Speaking of tribes, thank you for all your kind messages and comments lately. Keep them coming! Stay up to date with "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes like our recent "Listening Party" with Jayke Workman of THE RINK. We also have great designs on our TeePublic Store that can be put on all kinds of merchandise (including tank tops!!!) The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "The musical of a generation! The show that changed musical theatre forever! The last musical to top the pop charts!" There's always plenty of hyperbole surrounding HAIR. This week, we're getting to the heart of it, and you might be surprised by how relatable it feels.

Jordan Dobson (HADESTOWN, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, BAD CINDERELLA, WEST SIDE STORY) joins us from the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia where he's currently starring in HAIR as Claude. Together, he and Jeff discuss the context of the show, its creators, and its 2024 relevance. Don't worry, there's also plenty of time to discuss astrology and being upstaged by nudity.

Get your tickets now to see Jordan and his talented tribe in HAIR through July 7th at www.sigtheatre.org! You should also definitely follow Jordan on Instagram @jordandobson_

Speaking of tribes, thank you for all your kind messages and comments lately. Keep them coming! Stay up to date with "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes like our recent "Listening Party" with Jayke Workman of THE RINK. We also have great designs on our TeePublic Store that can be put on all kinds of merchandise (including tank tops!!!) The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4795 BARE with Natalie Wachen BARE: A POP OPERA was edgy and (dare we say) groundbreaking when it took Los Angeles by storm in 2000. Twelve years following that electric debut, the show was retooled to become BARE: THE MUSICAL. Despite both versions having loyal fans, both were unable to thrive in the New York theatre scene. Still, that hasn't stopped BARE from being one of the most requested titles by our podcast listeners. This week, we welcome the smart, funny, and glamorous Natalie Wachen (little "wa", big "CHEN"), on her one day off from the Broadway hit MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, for a personal conversation about this unique piece of musical theatre. This episode has it all: evening gown discussions, memories of DEAR EVAN HANSEN tech rehearsals, theatre that will keep you out of hell, and a whole lot of soul baring. (Jeff manages to not cry!) Follow Natalie on Instagram @happiestactress (a great follow). See her on Broadway in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG until July 7th. merrilyonbroadway.com If you enjoyed this episode, check out our MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG episode featuring Jennifer Shelton: Broadway Podcast Network - MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG with Jennifer Shelton The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a bonus episode and much more! Don't forget our TeePublic Store with great designs for all kinds of merchandise. Profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 May 2024 10:39:24 -0000 BARE with Natalie Wachen full 1 128 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Natalie Wachen discuss BARE: A POP OPERA (music by Damon Intrabartolo, lyrics by Jon Hartmere, book by Hartmere & Intrabartolo) and BARE: THE MUSICAL (additional music by Lynne Shankel) BARE: A POP OPERA was edgy and (dare we say) groundbreaking when it took Los Angeles by storm in 2000. Twelve years following that electric debut, the show was retooled to become BARE: THE MUSICAL. Despite both versions having loyal fans, both were unable to thrive in the New York theatre scene. Still, that hasn't stopped BARE from being one of the most requested titles by our podcast listeners. This week, we welcome the smart, funny, and glamorous Natalie Wachen (little "wa", big "CHEN"), on her one day off from the Broadway hit MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, for a personal conversation about this unique piece of musical theatre. This episode has it all: evening gown discussions, memories of DEAR EVAN HANSEN tech rehearsals, theatre that will keep you out of hell, and a whole lot of soul baring. (Jeff manages to not cry!) Follow Natalie on Instagram @happiestactress (a great follow). See her on Broadway in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG until July 7th. merrilyonbroadway.com If you enjoyed this episode, check out our MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG episode featuring Jennifer Shelton: Broadway Podcast Network - MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG with Jennifer Shelton The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a bonus episode and much more! Don't forget our TeePublic Store with great designs for all kinds of merchandise. Profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices BARE: A POP OPERA was edgy and (dare we say) groundbreaking when it took Los Angeles by storm in 2000. Twelve years following that electric debut, the show was retooled to become BARE: THE MUSICAL. Despite both versions having loyal fans, both were unable to thrive in the New York theatre scene. Still, that hasn't stopped BARE from being one of the most requested titles by our podcast listeners.


This week, we welcome the smart, funny, and glamorous Natalie Wachen (little "wa", big "CHEN"), on her one day off from the Broadway hit MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, for a personal conversation about this unique piece of musical theatre. This episode has it all: evening gown discussions, memories of DEAR EVAN HANSEN tech rehearsals, theatre that will keep you out of hell, and a whole lot of soul baring. (Jeff manages to not cry!)


Follow Natalie on Instagram @happiestactress (a great follow). See her on Broadway in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG until July 7th. merrilyonbroadway.com


If you enjoyed this episode, check out our MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG episode featuring Jennifer Shelton: Broadway Podcast Network - MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG with Jennifer Shelton


The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive a bonus episode and much more! Don't forget our TeePublic Store with great designs for all kinds of merchandise. Profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 5110 FOLLIES with Jack Viertel FOLLIES is a Stephen Sondheim musical about looking in the mirror. What might you see? A theater? Or a parking lot? Here to discuss this complex show is the very definition of a multi-hyphenate. Jack Viertel is a producer-writer-artistic director who was not only the force behind hit musicals like Smokey Joe's Cafe and The Prom but oversaw twenty years at New York City Center Encores! He's seen more theatre than most of us put together, and today he brings context and life experience to a show filled with, well, context and life experience. Add to that a double helping of "pastiche," and we've got an episode not to be missed! Order Jack's new book Broadway Melody, filled with ghosts of Broadway past. You can also follow him on X at @jackviertel1. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our COMPANY episode featuring Nikki Renee Daniels and Teri Ralston: Broadway Podcast Network - COMPANY with Nikki Renee Daniels & Teri Ralston Support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by giving us a nice review and rating! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes. For more great content, follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Don't forget our TeePublic Store where our original designs benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 02 May 2024 09:57:10 -0000 FOLLIES with Jack Viertel full 1 127 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jack Viertel discuss the musical FOLLIES (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Goldman) FOLLIES is a Stephen Sondheim musical about looking in the mirror. What might you see? A theater? Or a parking lot? Here to discuss this complex show is the very definition of a multi-hyphenate. Jack Viertel is a producer-writer-artistic director who was not only the force behind hit musicals like Smokey Joe's Cafe and The Prom but oversaw twenty years at New York City Center Encores! He's seen more theatre than most of us put together, and today he brings context and life experience to a show filled with, well, context and life experience. Add to that a double helping of "pastiche," and we've got an episode not to be missed! Order Jack's new book Broadway Melody, filled with ghosts of Broadway past. You can also follow him on X at @jackviertel1. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our COMPANY episode featuring Nikki Renee Daniels and Teri Ralston: Broadway Podcast Network - COMPANY with Nikki Renee Daniels & Teri Ralston Support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by giving us a nice review and rating! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes. For more great content, follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Don't forget our TeePublic Store where our original designs benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices FOLLIES is a Stephen Sondheim musical about looking in the mirror. What might you see? A theater? Or a parking lot?


Here to discuss this complex show is the very definition of a multi-hyphenate. Jack Viertel is a producer-writer-artistic director who was not only the force behind hit musicals like Smokey Joe's Cafe and The Prom but oversaw twenty years at New York City Center Encores! He's seen more theatre than most of us put together, and today he brings context and life experience to a show filled with, well, context and life experience. Add to that a double helping of "pastiche," and we've got an episode not to be missed!


Order Jack's new book Broadway Melody, filled with ghosts of Broadway past. You can also follow him on X at @jackviertel1.


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our COMPANY episode featuring Nikki Renee Daniels and Teri Ralston: Broadway Podcast Network - COMPANY with Nikki Renee Daniels & Teri Ralston


Support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by giving us a nice review and rating! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes. For more great content, follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Don't forget our TeePublic Store where our original designs benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4089 PATREON! Preview- The Tony Awards with Eila Mell & Heather Hitchens Once a year, we share a PATREON! preview on our main feed to showcase the amazing bonus content you might be missing by not being a subscriber! It may only be April, but today's episode was too good not to share. In celebration of over 75 years of Tony Awards excellence, the American Theatre Wing recently commissioned the creation of a new book about the biggest awards ceremony in theatre. Here to discuss the book as well as the history of the Tony Awards is the book's writer, Eila Mell, and the CEO of the American Theatre Wing, Heather Hitchens. These two powerhouse women shed light on the award's history, their favorite Tony Awards memories, and the amazing stories found in the pages of this beautiful, must have book. To listen to the full, 40-minute conversation, visit PATREON! at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre is available now! Buy it anywhere you order good books. Follow Eila Mell on Instagram @eilamell Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, X, and TikTok and thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 PATREON! Preview- The Tony Awards with Eila Mell & Heather Hitchens bonus Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Eila Mell and Heather Hitchens discuss the history of the Antoinette Perry Awards and it's 75th Anniversary. Once a year, we share a PATREON! preview on our main feed to showcase the amazing bonus content you might be missing by not being a subscriber! It may only be April, but today's episode was too good not to share. In celebration of over 75 years of Tony Awards excellence, the American Theatre Wing recently commissioned the creation of a new book about the biggest awards ceremony in theatre. Here to discuss the book as well as the history of the Tony Awards is the book's writer, Eila Mell, and the CEO of the American Theatre Wing, Heather Hitchens. These two powerhouse women shed light on the award's history, their favorite Tony Awards memories, and the amazing stories found in the pages of this beautiful, must have book. To listen to the full, 40-minute conversation, visit PATREON! at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre is available now! Buy it anywhere you order good books. Follow Eila Mell on Instagram @eilamell Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, X, and TikTok and thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Once a year, we share a PATREON! preview on our main feed to showcase the amazing bonus content you might be missing by not being a subscriber! It may only be April, but today's episode was too good not to share.


In celebration of over 75 years of Tony Awards excellence, the American Theatre Wing recently commissioned the creation of a new book about the biggest awards ceremony in theatre. Here to discuss the book as well as the history of the Tony Awards is the book's writer, Eila Mell, and the CEO of the American Theatre Wing, Heather Hitchens.


These two powerhouse women shed light on the award's history, their favorite Tony Awards memories, and the amazing stories found in the pages of this beautiful, must have book.


To listen to the full, 40-minute conversation, visit PATREON! at patreon.com/amusicalpodcast


The Tony Awards: A Celebration of Excellence in Theatre is available now! Buy it anywhere you order good books.


Follow Eila Mell on Instagram @eilamell


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]]> 1011 no DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS with Sara Gettelfinger We have a theme this month! Both of the musicals we're covering this April are powerful examples of "pastiche" in musical theatre. The way the composers of these shows reference styles and works of the past bring depth and context to their stories and characters. First up, the 2004 musical DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, a show as raucous as it is sophisticated! Here to describe it as, "one of the greatest times of her life," is one of the musical's original stars, Sara Gettelfinger (SEUSSICAL, NINE, and currently WATER FOR ELEPHANTS). Sara joins us from backstage at the Imperial Theatre (where she originated the role of oil money heiress, Jolene Oakes) to share her memories of cast bonding and the joys of "not giving a f**k" in comedy. You can currently see Sara at the Imperial Theatre on Broadway in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Buy tickets by visiting https://waterforelephantsthemusical.com You can also jump on Instagram to see more about the show @w4emusical and Sara herself @saragettelfinger. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on David Yazbek's Tony-winning musical, THE BAND VISIT. Broadway Podcast Network - THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Send a nice rating and review in our direction! You can also join PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive a bonus episode each month. Don't forget about our Instagram, X, and TikTok accounts where we regularly post more great content. And we still have our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. As always, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS with Sara Gettelfinger full 1 126 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sara Gettelfinger discuss the musical DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS (music & lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Jeffrey Lane) We have a theme this month! Both of the musicals we're covering this April are powerful examples of "pastiche" in musical theatre. The way the composers of these shows reference styles and works of the past bring depth and context to their stories and characters. First up, the 2004 musical DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, a show as raucous as it is sophisticated! Here to describe it as, "one of the greatest times of her life," is one of the musical's original stars, Sara Gettelfinger (SEUSSICAL, NINE, and currently WATER FOR ELEPHANTS). Sara joins us from backstage at the Imperial Theatre (where she originated the role of oil money heiress, Jolene Oakes) to share her memories of cast bonding and the joys of "not giving a f**k" in comedy. You can currently see Sara at the Imperial Theatre on Broadway in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Buy tickets by visiting https://waterforelephantsthemusical.com You can also jump on Instagram to see more about the show @w4emusical and Sara herself @saragettelfinger. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on David Yazbek's Tony-winning musical, THE BAND VISIT. Broadway Podcast Network - THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Send a nice rating and review in our direction! You can also join PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive a bonus episode each month. Don't forget about our Instagram, X, and TikTok accounts where we regularly post more great content. And we still have our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. As always, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We have a theme this month! Both of the musicals we're covering this April are powerful examples of "pastiche" in musical theatre. The way the composers of these shows reference styles and works of the past bring depth and context to their stories and characters.


First up, the 2004 musical DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, a show as raucous as it is sophisticated! Here to describe it as, "one of the greatest times of her life," is one of the musical's original stars, Sara Gettelfinger (SEUSSICAL, NINE, and currently WATER FOR ELEPHANTS). Sara joins us from backstage at the Imperial Theatre (where she originated the role of oil money heiress, Jolene Oakes) to share her memories of cast bonding and the joys of "not giving a f**k" in comedy.


You can currently see Sara at the Imperial Theatre on Broadway in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Buy tickets by visiting https://waterforelephantsthemusical.com You can also jump on Instagram to see more about the show @w4emusical and Sara herself @saragettelfinger.


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our episode on David Yazbek's Tony-winning musical, THE BAND VISIT. Broadway Podcast Network - THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg


Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Send a nice rating and review in our direction! You can also join PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive a bonus episode each month. Don't forget about our Instagram, X, and TikTok accounts where we regularly post more great content. And we still have our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS.


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]]> 3437 yes STEEL PIER with Colden Lamb STEEL PIER didn't win any of its eleven Tony nominations back in 1997, but it was the winner of our PATREON! poll earlier this year. That's why this week we're dedicating a full episode to this golden-aged, millennial musical. Joining us is STEEL PIER's all-time biggest fan, Colden Lamb. No matter what you might think of this show, it might be time to give it a "second chance." If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Tony-winner Karen Ziemba in our CONTACT episode: Broadway Podcast Network - CONTACT with Karen Ziemba Colden's website coldenlamb.com is full of great content including his analysis, STEEL PIER at 25. You can also follow him on Instagram @coldenlamb Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Join us on PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and participate in voting like the one that created this episode! Don't forget to visit our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 STEEL PIER with Colden Lamb full 1 125 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Colden Lamb discuss the musical STEEL PIER (music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by David Thompson) STEEL PIER didn't win any of its eleven Tony nominations back in 1997, but it was the winner of our PATREON! poll earlier this year. That's why this week we're dedicating a full episode to this golden-aged, millennial musical. Joining us is STEEL PIER's all-time biggest fan, Colden Lamb. No matter what you might think of this show, it might be time to give it a "second chance." If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Tony-winner Karen Ziemba in our CONTACT episode: Broadway Podcast Network - CONTACT with Karen Ziemba Colden's website coldenlamb.com is full of great content including his analysis, STEEL PIER at 25. You can also follow him on Instagram @coldenlamb Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Join us on PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and participate in voting like the one that created this episode! Don't forget to visit our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices STEEL PIER didn't win any of its eleven Tony nominations back in 1997, but it was the winner of our PATREON! poll earlier this year. That's why this week we're dedicating a full episode to this golden-aged, millennial musical. Joining us is STEEL PIER's all-time biggest fan, Colden Lamb. No matter what you might think of this show, it might be time to give it a "second chance."


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out Tony-winner Karen Ziemba in our CONTACT episode: Broadway Podcast Network - CONTACT with Karen Ziemba


Colden's website coldenlamb.com is full of great content including his analysis, STEEL PIER at 25. You can also follow him on Instagram @coldenlamb


Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Join us on PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes and participate in voting like the one that created this episode! Don't forget to visit our TeePublic Store where all our profits are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 5346 no KISS ME KATE with Lesli Margherita In 1949, KISS ME KATE won the first ever Best Musical Tony Award. Now it's 2024... and we still love it! Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita (Broadway's MATILDA, DAMES AT SEA) joins us to celebrate women and Cole Porter (in that order) as we dive headfirst into this silly and often deeply romantic show. Bonus points to those who can recite "We Open in Venice" correctly. Follow Lesli on Instagram and Twitter/X. Her wisdom knows no bounds. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our Anything Goes episode featuring Broadway Barbara for even more laughs. Broadway Podcast Network - ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon Don't forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast." For more great content, you can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! and receive a bonus episode each month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where you can use our designs to make great products, all while supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:42:28 -0000 KISS ME KATE with Lesli Margherita full 1 124 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Lesli Margherita discuss the musical KISS ME KATE (music and lyrics by Cole Porter, book by Bella & Sam Spewak) In 1949, KISS ME KATE won the first ever Best Musical Tony Award. Now it's 2024... and we still love it! Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita (Broadway's MATILDA, DAMES AT SEA) joins us to celebrate women and Cole Porter (in that order) as we dive headfirst into this silly and often deeply romantic show. Bonus points to those who can recite "We Open in Venice" correctly. Follow Lesli on Instagram and Twitter/X. Her wisdom knows no bounds. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our Anything Goes episode featuring Broadway Barbara for even more laughs. Broadway Podcast Network - ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon Don't forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast." For more great content, you can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! and receive a bonus episode each month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where you can use our designs to make great products, all while supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1949, KISS ME KATE won the first ever Best Musical Tony Award. Now it's 2024... and we still love it! Olivier Award winner Lesli Margherita (Broadway's MATILDA, DAMES AT SEA) joins us to celebrate women and Cole Porter (in that order) as we dive headfirst into this silly and often deeply romantic show. Bonus points to those who can recite "We Open in Venice" correctly.


Follow Lesli on Instagram and Twitter/X. Her wisdom knows no bounds.


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our Anything Goes episode featuring Broadway Barbara for even more laughs. Broadway Podcast Network - ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon


Don't forget to Rate, Review, and Subscribe to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast." For more great content, you can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! and receive a bonus episode each month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where you can use our designs to make great products, all while supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4616 NINE with Kim Criswell NINE surprised Broadway in 1982 when it opened last minute and proved to be a formidable foe to the other big hit of the season, DREAMGIRLS. It was also a musical that couldn't seem to escape drama, whether onstage at the hands of lead character Guido Contini or off. Here this week to discuss the highs and lows of this stylish and somewhat avant-garde musical is original Broadway cast member Kim Criswell (THE FIRST, BABY, THE THREEPENNY OPERA). From last minute costume shopping at a Times Square lingerie shop to wearing Tony-winning couture gowns, Kim spills the T on one of the most memorable musical seasons in Broadway history, and the unforgettable people who made it so. Learn more about Kim, including her many recordings and upcoming performances by visiting kimcriswell.net. If you enjoyed this episode, try our past episodes on Michael Bennett's A CHORUS LINE and Tommy Tune's THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES. Remember the best way to support the show is to rate, review, and share with your friends! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus episodes, including a brand-new DIVAS episode dedicated to Tommy Tune. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. And take a look at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Feb 2024 09:22:34 -0000 NINE with Kim Criswell full 1 123 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kim Criswell discuss the musical NINE (music & lyrics by Maury Yeston, book by Arthur Kopit) NINE surprised Broadway in 1982 when it opened last minute and proved to be a formidable foe to the other big hit of the season, DREAMGIRLS. It was also a musical that couldn't seem to escape drama, whether onstage at the hands of lead character Guido Contini or off. Here this week to discuss the highs and lows of this stylish and somewhat avant-garde musical is original Broadway cast member Kim Criswell (THE FIRST, BABY, THE THREEPENNY OPERA). From last minute costume shopping at a Times Square lingerie shop to wearing Tony-winning couture gowns, Kim spills the T on one of the most memorable musical seasons in Broadway history, and the unforgettable people who made it so. Learn more about Kim, including her many recordings and upcoming performances by visiting kimcriswell.net. If you enjoyed this episode, try our past episodes on Michael Bennett's A CHORUS LINE and Tommy Tune's THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES. Remember the best way to support the show is to rate, review, and share with your friends! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus episodes, including a brand-new DIVAS episode dedicated to Tommy Tune. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. And take a look at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices NINE surprised Broadway in 1982 when it opened last minute and proved to be a formidable foe to the other big hit of the season, DREAMGIRLS. It was also a musical that couldn't seem to escape drama, whether onstage at the hands of lead character Guido Contini or off. Here this week to discuss the highs and lows of this stylish and somewhat avant-garde musical is original Broadway cast member Kim Criswell (THE FIRST, BABY, THE THREEPENNY OPERA). From last minute costume shopping at a Times Square lingerie shop to wearing Tony-winning couture gowns, Kim spills the T on one of the most memorable musical seasons in Broadway history, and the unforgettable people who made it so.


Learn more about Kim, including her many recordings and upcoming performances by visiting kimcriswell.net.


If you enjoyed this episode, try our past episodes on Michael Bennett's A CHORUS LINE and Tommy Tune's THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES.


Remember the best way to support the show is to rate, review, and share with your friends! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus episodes, including a brand-new DIVAS episode dedicated to Tommy Tune. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. And take a look at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 6101 yes GROUNDHOG DAY with Ste Clough Happy Groundhog Day! We're celebrating with a special Friday release about, you guessed it, the musical GROUNDHOG DAY. It's a show you've either enjoyed seeing in the West End, on Broadway, in Melbourne, or you missed it. Well, if you think not seeing it means you're getting an early spring this year, you're wrong! Six more weeks of winter for you. Original West End cast member Ste Clough joins us to discuss the blood, sweat, and tears that went into bringing this surprisingly moving story to the stage. And be sure to listen through to the end of the episode where we have a special visit from listener Michael Lindner, currently appearing alongside original star Andy Karl in the new Australian production! Follow Ste on Instagram to see his new projects and beautiful family. If you're in Australia between now and April 2024, visit Michael and the new production of GROUNDHOG DAY by purchasing tickets at groundhogdaymusical.com.au If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our MATILDA episode with Broadway cast member Cassie Silva (SIX, ROCK OF AGES) at Broadway Podcast Network - MATILDA with Cassie Silva Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Interested in PATREON! and bonus episodes each month? Subscribe for only $1 or write a nice review of the show in February and send it to us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com to receive a free one-year subscription! Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store. Our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS each year. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 02 Feb 2024 10:06:00 -0000 GROUNDHOG DAY with Ste Clough full 1 122 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ste Clough discuss the musical GROUNDHOG DAY (music & lyrics by Tim Minchin, book by Danny Rubin) Happy Groundhog Day! We're celebrating with a special Friday release about, you guessed it, the musical GROUNDHOG DAY. It's a show you've either enjoyed seeing in the West End, on Broadway, in Melbourne, or you missed it. Well, if you think not seeing it means you're getting an early spring this year, you're wrong! Six more weeks of winter for you. Original West End cast member Ste Clough joins us to discuss the blood, sweat, and tears that went into bringing this surprisingly moving story to the stage. And be sure to listen through to the end of the episode where we have a special visit from listener Michael Lindner, currently appearing alongside original star Andy Karl in the new Australian production! Follow Ste on Instagram to see his new projects and beautiful family. If you're in Australia between now and April 2024, visit Michael and the new production of GROUNDHOG DAY by purchasing tickets at groundhogdaymusical.com.au If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our MATILDA episode with Broadway cast member Cassie Silva (SIX, ROCK OF AGES) at Broadway Podcast Network - MATILDA with Cassie Silva Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Interested in PATREON! and bonus episodes each month? Subscribe for only $1 or write a nice review of the show in February and send it to us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com to receive a free one-year subscription! Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store. Our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS each year. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy Groundhog Day! We're celebrating with a special Friday release about, you guessed it, the musical GROUNDHOG DAY. It's a show you've either enjoyed seeing in the West End, on Broadway, in Melbourne, or you missed it. Well, if you think not seeing it means you're getting an early spring this year, you're wrong! Six more weeks of winter for you.


Original West End cast member Ste Clough joins us to discuss the blood, sweat, and tears that went into bringing this surprisingly moving story to the stage. And be sure to listen through to the end of the episode where we have a special visit from listener Michael Lindner, currently appearing alongside original star Andy Karl in the new Australian production!


Follow Ste on Instagram to see his new projects and beautiful family.


If you're in Australia between now and April 2024, visit Michael and the new production of GROUNDHOG DAY by purchasing tickets at groundhogdaymusical.com.au


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to listen to our MATILDA episode with Broadway cast member Cassie Silva (SIX, ROCK OF AGES) at Broadway Podcast Network - MATILDA with Cassie Silva


Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. Interested in PATREON! and bonus episodes each month? Subscribe for only $1 or write a nice review of the show in February and send it to us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com to receive a free one-year subscription! Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store. Our profits from the designs are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS each year.


Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 5202 yes FINIAN'S RAINBOW with Joe Aaron Reid Today we're ushering in Black History Month with an episode dedicated to FINIAN'S RAINBOW, a 1947 musical with a pitch perfect score ("Old Devil Moon," anyone?), zany satirical book, and surprisingly groundbreaking history. Broadway cast alum from the 2009 revival Joe Aaron Reid (CHICAGO, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, IF/THEN) joins us for a magically delicious conversation you won't want to miss. Follow Joe on Instagram and Threads to catch his latest projects and see his cute kids. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our HEATHERS episode that includes a great discussion on musical satire and our SHUFFLE ALONG episode celebrating one of the most important musicals in black theatre history. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. As a PATREON! subscriber this month, you can take another trip with us to "The Flop Shop" for only $1 and vote for what musical we'll cover on the regular feed in March! Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where we give our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000 FINIAN'S RAINBOW with Joe Aaron Reid full 1 121 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Joe Aaron Reid discuss the musical FINIAN'S RAINBOW (music by Burton Lane, lyrics by E.Y. Harburg, book by Harburg and Fred Saidy) Today we're ushering in Black History Month with an episode dedicated to FINIAN'S RAINBOW, a 1947 musical with a pitch perfect score ("Old Devil Moon," anyone?), zany satirical book, and surprisingly groundbreaking history. Broadway cast alum from the 2009 revival Joe Aaron Reid (CHICAGO, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, IF/THEN) joins us for a magically delicious conversation you won't want to miss. Follow Joe on Instagram and Threads to catch his latest projects and see his cute kids. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our HEATHERS episode that includes a great discussion on musical satire and our SHUFFLE ALONG episode celebrating one of the most important musicals in black theatre history. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. As a PATREON! subscriber this month, you can take another trip with us to "The Flop Shop" for only $1 and vote for what musical we'll cover on the regular feed in March! Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where we give our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we're ushering in Black History Month with an episode dedicated to FINIAN'S RAINBOW, a 1947 musical with a pitch perfect score ("Old Devil Moon," anyone?), zany satirical book, and surprisingly groundbreaking history. Broadway cast alum from the 2009 revival Joe Aaron Reid (CHICAGO, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, IF/THEN) joins us for a magically delicious conversation you won't want to miss.


Follow Joe on Instagram and Threads to catch his latest projects and see his cute kids.


If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our HEATHERS episode that includes a great discussion on musical satire and our SHUFFLE ALONG episode celebrating one of the most important musicals in black theatre history.


Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. As a PATREON! subscriber this month, you can take another trip with us to "The Flop Shop" for only $1 and vote for what musical we'll cover on the regular feed in March! Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where we give our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 3956 no BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Kim Huber It's a tale as old as "dressing like merchandise from Bed Bath & Beyond." This week we're looking at the blockbuster musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, a show that changed Broadway (to steal a line from another musical megahit with a strong female protagonist) "for good." Original cast member Kim Huber (SUNSET BOULEVARD, MARIE CHRISTINE) joins us to provide context, insight, and hilarious anecdotes to a show that rightfully deserves all three. Tune in and feel "human again." Looking to send Kim a message? You can always find her on Facebook. If you liked this episode, you'll definitely enjoy our episode on THE LITTLE MERMAID featuring original cast member Chelsea Morgan Stock. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Bonus episodes are released every month on PATREON! for only $1. You can also go shopping at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:07:00 -0000 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Kim Huber full 1 120 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kim Huber discuss the musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, book by Linda Woolverton) It's a tale as old as "dressing like merchandise from Bed Bath & Beyond." This week we're looking at the blockbuster musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, a show that changed Broadway (to steal a line from another musical megahit with a strong female protagonist) "for good." Original cast member Kim Huber (SUNSET BOULEVARD, MARIE CHRISTINE) joins us to provide context, insight, and hilarious anecdotes to a show that rightfully deserves all three. Tune in and feel "human again." Looking to send Kim a message? You can always find her on Facebook. If you liked this episode, you'll definitely enjoy our episode on THE LITTLE MERMAID featuring original cast member Chelsea Morgan Stock. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Bonus episodes are released every month on PATREON! for only $1. You can also go shopping at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's a tale as old as "dressing like merchandise from Bed Bath & Beyond." This week we're looking at the blockbuster musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, a show that changed Broadway (to steal a line from another musical megahit with a strong female protagonist) "for good." Original cast member Kim Huber (SUNSET BOULEVARD, MARIE CHRISTINE) joins us to provide context, insight, and hilarious anecdotes to a show that rightfully deserves all three. Tune in and feel "human again."


Looking to send Kim a message? You can always find her on Facebook.


If you liked this episode, you'll definitely enjoy our episode on THE LITTLE MERMAID featuring original cast member Chelsea Morgan Stock.


The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give us a nice rating and review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Bonus episodes are released every month on PATREON! for only $1. You can also go shopping at our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 5466 no THE COLOR PURPLE with Angela Robinson It's our last episode of 2023, just in time for Christmas, just like the new film version of the stage musical THE COLOR PURPLE. It's a piece that has only deepened in our cultural psyche since it premiered on Broadway in 2005, but for those who experienced "the purple effect" from the beginning, this has always been a monumental work. Actress, teacher, and motivational speaker Angela Robinson (PLAY ON!, WONDERFUL TOWN, "The Haves and Have Nots") was one of those artists. Enjoy as she brings the healing of this incredible story to all of our hearts. What a gift! Follow Angela on all of her socials to see more inspirational and creative content: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Looking to give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" something for the holidays? Consider leaving us a nice review and rating wherever you listen. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 to receive a bonus "mystery episode" this month. Don't forget us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store, our profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, know how grateful we are to have you in this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000 THE COLOR PURPLE with Angela Robinson full 1 119 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Angela Robinson discuss the musical THE COLOR PURPLE (music & lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray, book by Marsha Norman) It's our last episode of 2023, just in time for Christmas, just like the new film version of the stage musical THE COLOR PURPLE. It's a piece that has only deepened in our cultural psyche since it premiered on Broadway in 2005, but for those who experienced "the purple effect" from the beginning, this has always been a monumental work. Actress, teacher, and motivational speaker Angela Robinson (PLAY ON!, WONDERFUL TOWN, "The Haves and Have Nots") was one of those artists. Enjoy as she brings the healing of this incredible story to all of our hearts. What a gift! Follow Angela on all of her socials to see more inspirational and creative content: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Looking to give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" something for the holidays? Consider leaving us a nice review and rating wherever you listen. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 to receive a bonus "mystery episode" this month. Don't forget us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store, our profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, know how grateful we are to have you in this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's our last episode of 2023, just in time for Christmas, just like the new film version of the stage musical THE COLOR PURPLE. It's a piece that has only deepened in our cultural psyche since it premiered on Broadway in 2005, but for those who experienced "the purple effect" from the beginning, this has always been a monumental work. Actress, teacher, and motivational speaker Angela Robinson (PLAY ON!, WONDERFUL TOWN, "The Haves and Have Nots") was one of those artists. Enjoy as she brings the healing of this incredible story to all of our hearts. What a gift!


Follow Angela on all of her socials to see more inspirational and creative content:


Looking to give "A Musical Theatre Podcast" something for the holidays? Consider leaving us a nice review and rating wherever you listen. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 to receive a bonus "mystery episode" this month. Don't forget us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. We also have our TeePublic Store, our profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


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]]> 4631 THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD with Eila Mell And now for this year's, "Musical You Didn't Know is Actually a Christmas Musical..." THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD. This 1985 crowd pleaser is maybe the first (if not only) Broadway musical who's ending depended completely on the audience (and we're not just talking about the length of the curtain call). Put on your detective caps and join author and podcaster Eila Mell (Designing Broadway, The Tony Awards) as we discuss the history of the show, comb through the evidence of the plot, and vote for who we think "did it." Follow Eila on Instagram @eilamell and visit Amazon to buy Designing Broadway and preorder The Tony Awards. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! (where you'll receive a holiday gift next week!). And don't forget about our TeePublic Store for the holidays. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0000 THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD with Eila Mell full 118 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Eila Mell discuss the musical THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD (music, lyrics, & book by Rupert Holmes) And now for this year's, "Musical You Didn't Know is Actually a Christmas Musical..." THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD. This 1985 crowd pleaser is maybe the first (if not only) Broadway musical who's ending depended completely on the audience (and we're not just talking about the length of the curtain call). Put on your detective caps and join author and podcaster Eila Mell (Designing Broadway, The Tony Awards) as we discuss the history of the show, comb through the evidence of the plot, and vote for who we think "did it." Follow Eila on Instagram @eilamell and visit Amazon to buy Designing Broadway and preorder The Tony Awards. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! (where you'll receive a holiday gift next week!). And don't forget about our TeePublic Store for the holidays. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices And now for this year's, "Musical You Didn't Know is Actually a Christmas Musical..." THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD. This 1985 crowd pleaser is maybe the first (if not only) Broadway musical who's ending depended completely on the audience (and we're not just talking about the length of the curtain call). Put on your detective caps and join author and podcaster Eila Mell (Designing Broadway, The Tony Awards) as we discuss the history of the show, comb through the evidence of the plot, and vote for who we think "did it."


Follow Eila on Instagram @eilamell and visit Amazon to buy Designing Broadway and preorder The Tony Awards.


Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! (where you'll receive a holiday gift next week!). And don't forget about our TeePublic Store for the holidays. The profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4046 no NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 with Act of Faith If two's company and three's a crowd, then what's four? A party? Well then that's what we've got this week, and the party's theme is the musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812. Kyle, Jeremy, and Dana from the musical mockumentary series "Act of Faith" join us to prove just how much they love this unique, electropop opera from 2016. And whether you're already in with or late to Tolstoy (cue Jeff), you'll feel right at home. Who's bringing the pierogies? Give some love to "Act of Faith" by watching their show and following them on socials. Visit actoffaithshow.com to find out how! Remember the best way to support our show is to give us a nice rating and review! Don't forget to check out more great content on our Instagram, TikTok, and X accounts. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes including great conversations that didn't make it into this week's episode. We also have new designs in our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Nov 2023 18:54:00 -0000 NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 with Act of Faith full 1 117 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Kyle, Jeremy, and Dana from "Act of Faith" discuss the musical NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 (music, book, & lyrics by Dave Malloy) If two's company and three's a crowd, then what's four? A party? Well then that's what we've got this week, and the party's theme is the musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812. Kyle, Jeremy, and Dana from the musical mockumentary series "Act of Faith" join us to prove just how much they love this unique, electropop opera from 2016. And whether you're already in with or late to Tolstoy (cue Jeff), you'll feel right at home. Who's bringing the pierogies? Give some love to "Act of Faith" by watching their show and following them on socials. Visit actoffaithshow.com to find out how! Remember the best way to support our show is to give us a nice rating and review! Don't forget to check out more great content on our Instagram, TikTok, and X accounts. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes including great conversations that didn't make it into this week's episode. We also have new designs in our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If two's company and three's a crowd, then what's four? A party? Well then that's what we've got this week, and the party's theme is the musical NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812. Kyle, Jeremy, and Dana from the musical mockumentary series "Act of Faith" join us to prove just how much they love this unique, electropop opera from 2016. And whether you're already in with or late to Tolstoy (cue Jeff), you'll feel right at home. Who's bringing the pierogies?

Give some love to "Act of Faith" by watching their show and following them on socials. Visit actoffaithshow.com to find out how!

Remember the best way to support our show is to give us a nice rating and review! Don't forget to check out more great content on our Instagram, TikTok, and X accounts. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus episodes including great conversations that didn't make it into this week's episode. We also have new designs in our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4866 yes DEAR EVAN HANSEN with Robert Bannon Coming in at a healthy 1 hour and 40 minutes, this match, I mean episode, on DEAR EVAN HANSEN explores it all. In one corner, a podcast host fighting for empathy. In another, a podcast host fighting for justice. Who will win?! We couldn't have asked for a better guest this week than talented performer and host of The Roundtable on the Broadway Podcast Network, Robert Bannon. Robert brings humor, heart, and curiosity to this conversation (and musical) filled with subjects that otherwise might feel scary or unapproachable. Pop in the ear buds and enjoy. All you'll see is sky. Follow Robert on his... socials: Instagram and TikTok. For links to his latest album "Rewind," visit his website robertbannon.com. Don't forget to give us a wave through your window on Instagram, X, and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you can receive bonus episodes. And find brand new designs on our TeePublic Store, the profits of which we receive are donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 116 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Robert Bannon discuss the musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN (music & lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, book by Steven Levenson) Coming in at a healthy 1 hour and 40 minutes, this match, I mean episode, on DEAR EVAN HANSEN explores it all. In one corner, a podcast host fighting for empathy. In another, a podcast host fighting for justice. Who will win?! We couldn't have asked for a better guest this week than talented performer and host of The Roundtable on the Broadway Podcast Network, Robert Bannon. Robert brings humor, heart, and curiosity to this conversation (and musical) filled with subjects that otherwise might feel scary or unapproachable. Pop in the ear buds and enjoy. All you'll see is sky. Follow Robert on his... socials: Instagram and TikTok. For links to his latest album "Rewind," visit his website robertbannon.com. Don't forget to give us a wave through your window on Instagram, X, and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you can receive bonus episodes. And find brand new designs on our TeePublic Store, the profits of which we receive are donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Coming in at a healthy 1 hour and 40 minutes, this match, I mean episode, on DEAR EVAN HANSEN explores it all. In one corner, a podcast host fighting for empathy. In another, a podcast host fighting for justice. Who will win?!

We couldn't have asked for a better guest this week than talented performer and host of The Roundtable on the Broadway Podcast Network, Robert Bannon. Robert brings humor, heart, and curiosity to this conversation (and musical) filled with subjects that otherwise might feel scary or unapproachable. Pop in the ear buds and enjoy. All you'll see is sky.

Follow Robert on his... socials: Instagram and TikTok. For links to his latest album "Rewind," visit his website robertbannon.com.

Don't forget to give us a wave through your window on Instagram, X, and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you can receive bonus episodes. And find brand new designs on our TeePublic Store, the profits of which we receive are donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 6350 JEKYLL & HYDE with Rebecca Spencer Time to celebrate (and modulate) this year's spooky season with an episode on the gothic pop musical sensation JEKYLL & HYDE. Not only is this listener request's road to Broadway an epic journey, so is our guest's relationship to it. Rebecca Spencer originated the role of Lisa (Emma) Carew in the world premiere of JEKYLL & HYDE in 1990 only then to find herself coming full circle with the show on Broadway in 1997. Becky grew up both literally and figuratively with this musical and possesses one of the most infectious laughs in the business, so this week you're in store for much more treat than trick! Explore Becky's extensive photo gallery, listen to her albums, and so much more by visiting her website www.rebeccaspencer.com And check out the promo for her upcoming November concert celebrating the lyrics of Alan and Marilyn Bergman. Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! Be sure to check us out on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great Becky stories we couldn't fit into our regular episode. You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:25:06 -0000 JEKYLL & HYDE with Rebecca Spencer full 1 115 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rebecca Spencer discuss the musical JEKYLL & HYDE (music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Leslie Bricusse & Steve Cuden, book by Leslie Bricusse) Time to celebrate (and modulate) this year's spooky season with an episode on the gothic pop musical sensation JEKYLL & HYDE. Not only is this listener request's road to Broadway an epic journey, so is our guest's relationship to it. Rebecca Spencer originated the role of Lisa (Emma) Carew in the world premiere of JEKYLL & HYDE in 1990 only then to find herself coming full circle with the show on Broadway in 1997. Becky grew up both literally and figuratively with this musical and possesses one of the most infectious laughs in the business, so this week you're in store for much more treat than trick! Explore Becky's extensive photo gallery, listen to her albums, and so much more by visiting her website www.rebeccaspencer.com And check out the promo for her upcoming November concert celebrating the lyrics of Alan and Marilyn Bergman. Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! Be sure to check us out on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great Becky stories we couldn't fit into our regular episode. You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Time to celebrate (and modulate) this year's spooky season with an episode on the gothic pop musical sensation JEKYLL & HYDE. Not only is this listener request's road to Broadway an epic journey, so is our guest's relationship to it. Rebecca Spencer originated the role of Lisa (Emma) Carew in the world premiere of JEKYLL & HYDE in 1990 only then to find herself coming full circle with the show on Broadway in 1997. Becky grew up both literally and figuratively with this musical and possesses one of the most infectious laughs in the business, so this week you're in store for much more treat than trick!

Explore Becky's extensive photo gallery, listen to her albums, and so much more by visiting her website www.rebeccaspencer.com And check out the promo for her upcoming November concert celebrating the lyrics of Alan and Marilyn Bergman.

Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! Be sure to check us out on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great Becky stories we couldn't fit into our regular episode. You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 4826 PIPPIN with Chris Adams & John Rubinstein PIPPIN. It's a musical with a lot to discuss which is probably why so many of you have requested it! This week, we welcome two wonderful guests with "magic to do" that will help make it happen. Podcaster and author Chris Adams (Out for Blood) joins us from the UK to talk about the hills & valleys and eagles & rivers that went into making a musical as fascinating as it is entertaining. Then, Tony-winner John Rubinstein (Children of a Lesser God, Ragtime, and the original "Pippin" himself) brings context (and first hand accounts) to the original production, including what it was like to be in a rehearsal room with Bob Fosse. Spoiler alert: he never yelled. Order Chris' new book Out for Blood: A Cultural History of Carrie the Musical. Follow the podcast on Instagram at @outforbloodpodcast or listen to it from the beginning on Broadway Podcast Network. See John in his latest play Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground, playing Off-Broadway in New York during the month of October. Visit eisenhowertheplay.com for more information. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. If you'd like to support the show, the best way to do so is by giving us a nice rating and review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, know how grateful we are you're part of this podcasting community and remember you can "pull a Catherine" whenever you like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 114 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Chris Adams & John Rubinstein discuss the musical PIPPIN (music & lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Bob Fosse & Roger O. Hirson) PIPPIN. It's a musical with a lot to discuss which is probably why so many of you have requested it! This week, we welcome two wonderful guests with "magic to do" that will help make it happen. Podcaster and author Chris Adams (Out for Blood) joins us from the UK to talk about the hills & valleys and eagles & rivers that went into making a musical as fascinating as it is entertaining. Then, Tony-winner John Rubinstein (Children of a Lesser God, Ragtime, and the original "Pippin" himself) brings context (and first hand accounts) to the original production, including what it was like to be in a rehearsal room with Bob Fosse. Spoiler alert: he never yelled. Order Chris' new book Out for Blood: A Cultural History of Carrie the Musical. Follow the podcast on Instagram at @outforbloodpodcast or listen to it from the beginning on Broadway Podcast Network. See John in his latest play Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground, playing Off-Broadway in New York during the month of October. Visit eisenhowertheplay.com for more information. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. If you'd like to support the show, the best way to do so is by giving us a nice rating and review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, know how grateful we are you're part of this podcasting community and remember you can "pull a Catherine" whenever you like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices PIPPIN. It's a musical with a lot to discuss which is probably why so many of you have requested it! This week, we welcome two wonderful guests with "magic to do" that will help make it happen. Podcaster and author Chris Adams (Out for Blood) joins us from the UK to talk about the hills & valleys and eagles & rivers that went into making a musical as fascinating as it is entertaining. Then, Tony-winner John Rubinstein (Children of a Lesser God, Ragtime, and the original "Pippin" himself) brings context (and first hand accounts) to the original production, including what it was like to be in a rehearsal room with Bob Fosse. Spoiler alert: he never yelled.

Order Chris' new book Out for Blood: A Cultural History of Carrie the Musical. Follow the podcast on Instagram at @outforbloodpodcast or listen to it from the beginning on Broadway Podcast Network.

See John in his latest play Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground, playing Off-Broadway in New York during the month of October. Visit eisenhowertheplay.com for more information.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for more great content. If you'd like to support the show, the best way to do so is by giving us a nice rating and review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month you'll receive bonus episodes made exclusively for you. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, know how grateful we are you're part of this podcasting community and remember you can "pull a Catherine" whenever you like!

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]]> 5084 yes COME FROM AWAY (Maui Reissue) with Hōkū Pavao & Geno Carr A great musical will often grow and change as its audience does, and as the people of Maui continue the long road of processing the recent devastation left by deadly wildfires, we realized it was time to relook at the musical COME FROM AWAY. In this newly edited reissue from 2020, Jeff not only speaks with original Broadway cast member Geno Carr about the magic of creating COME FROM AWAY, he also welcomes actress, director, and born & raised Maui girl Hōkū Pavao for an updated conversation exploring the similarities between the selfless responses on the islands of Newfoundland and Maui. Hear first hand about the spirit of Aloha and how it has ruled this recent Maui tragedy with a whisper. For a deeper look into the complexities of Hawai'i and its relationship to the western musical theatre art form, make sure you're subscribed to PATREON! to receive our latest bonus episode also featuring Hōkū. Looking for ways to help the island of Maui? Here is the list of vetted Go Fund Me and Venmo accounts of Lahaina survivors: Help Maui Rise Kāko'o Maui Fund- from the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, this fund supports local organizations doing everything from providing legal advice to securing internet for the west side of Maui. Hawai'i Community Foundation- the Maui Strong Fund works in close collaboration with state and county leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community members. A Few Local Businesses Jeff loves that could use your support- Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate, Ululani's Shave Ice, Leoda's Pie Shop We'll definitely be posting more throughout the week, so don't forget to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Mahalo for being part of this wonderful podcasting 'ohana! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 113 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Hoku Pavao & Geno Carr discuss the musical COME FROM AWAY (music, lyrics, & book by Irene Sankoff and David Hein) A great musical will often grow and change as its audience does, and as the people of Maui continue the long road of processing the recent devastation left by deadly wildfires, we realized it was time to relook at the musical COME FROM AWAY. In this newly edited reissue from 2020, Jeff not only speaks with original Broadway cast member Geno Carr about the magic of creating COME FROM AWAY, he also welcomes actress, director, and born & raised Maui girl Hōkū Pavao for an updated conversation exploring the similarities between the selfless responses on the islands of Newfoundland and Maui. Hear first hand about the spirit of Aloha and how it has ruled this recent Maui tragedy with a whisper. For a deeper look into the complexities of Hawai'i and its relationship to the western musical theatre art form, make sure you're subscribed to PATREON! to receive our latest bonus episode also featuring Hōkū. Looking for ways to help the island of Maui? Here is the list of vetted Go Fund Me and Venmo accounts of Lahaina survivors: Help Maui Rise Kāko'o Maui Fund- from the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, this fund supports local organizations doing everything from providing legal advice to securing internet for the west side of Maui. Hawai'i Community Foundation- the Maui Strong Fund works in close collaboration with state and county leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community members. A Few Local Businesses Jeff loves that could use your support- Maui Ku'ia Estate Chocolate, Ululani's Shave Ice, Leoda's Pie Shop We'll definitely be posting more throughout the week, so don't forget to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, X, and TikTok. Mahalo for being part of this wonderful podcasting 'ohana! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A great musical will often grow and change as its audience does, and as the people of Maui continue the long road of processing the recent devastation left by deadly wildfires, we realized it was time to relook at the musical COME FROM AWAY.

In this newly edited reissue from 2020, Jeff not only speaks with original Broadway cast member Geno Carr about the magic of creating COME FROM AWAY, he also welcomes actress, director, and born & raised Maui girl Hōkū Pavao for an updated conversation exploring the similarities between the selfless responses on the islands of Newfoundland and Maui.

Hear first hand about the spirit of Aloha and how it has ruled this recent Maui tragedy with a whisper. For a deeper look into the complexities of Hawai'i and its relationship to the western musical theatre art form, make sure you're subscribed to PATREON! to receive our latest bonus episode also featuring Hōkū.

Looking for ways to help the island of Maui?


We'll definitely be posting more throughout the week, so don't forget to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, X, and TikTok.

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]]> 4583 no SWEET CHARITY with Dylis Croman IMPORTANT: In the wake of the Maui fires this past month, thank you for your patience as Jeff prioritized his schedule. We hope you enjoy this new episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." In the year 1966, many iconic characters arrived on Broadway, among them: Mame Dennis, Don Quixote, and the focus of today's episode, Charity Hope Valentine. Her musical SWEET CHARITY allowed both Bob Fosse to continue his journey as a daring theatre artist as well as countless women to shine in the title role. One of them joins us this week. Dylis Croman (Broadway's CHICAGO, DANCIN', FOSSE) is a true triple threat who learned the Fosse style at the hand of the great Ann Reinking. Tune in as Dylis shares thoughts on her time with the 2000s revival of SWEET CHARITY and tells one of the greatest stories we've ever heard on the podcast. Follow Dylis on Instagram at @dycro33 and look for her as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO this Labor Day Weekend at the Ambassador Theater on Broadway. Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Give us a nice rating and review wherever you might be listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes (and a new theme song). Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits our designs bring us go to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 31 Aug 2023 18:43:13 -0000 full 1 112 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Dylis Croman discuss the musical SWEET CHARITY (music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields, book by Neil Simon) IMPORTANT: In the wake of the Maui fires this past month, thank you for your patience as Jeff prioritized his schedule. We hope you enjoy this new episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." In the year 1966, many iconic characters arrived on Broadway, among them: Mame Dennis, Don Quixote, and the focus of today's episode, Charity Hope Valentine. Her musical SWEET CHARITY allowed both Bob Fosse to continue his journey as a daring theatre artist as well as countless women to shine in the title role. One of them joins us this week. Dylis Croman (Broadway's CHICAGO, DANCIN', FOSSE) is a true triple threat who learned the Fosse style at the hand of the great Ann Reinking. Tune in as Dylis shares thoughts on her time with the 2000s revival of SWEET CHARITY and tells one of the greatest stories we've ever heard on the podcast. Follow Dylis on Instagram at @dycro33 and look for her as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO this Labor Day Weekend at the Ambassador Theater on Broadway. Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Give us a nice rating and review wherever you might be listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes (and a new theme song). Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits our designs bring us go to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices IMPORTANT: In the wake of the Maui fires this past month, thank you for your patience as Jeff prioritized his schedule. We hope you enjoy this new episode of "A Musical Theatre Podcast."

In the year 1966, many iconic characters arrived on Broadway, among them: Mame Dennis, Don Quixote, and the focus of today's episode, Charity Hope Valentine. Her musical SWEET CHARITY allowed both Bob Fosse to continue his journey as a daring theatre artist as well as countless women to shine in the title role. One of them joins us this week. Dylis Croman (Broadway's CHICAGO, DANCIN', FOSSE) is a true triple threat who learned the Fosse style at the hand of the great Ann Reinking. Tune in as Dylis shares thoughts on her time with the 2000s revival of SWEET CHARITY and tells one of the greatest stories we've ever heard on the podcast.

Follow Dylis on Instagram at @dycro33 and look for her as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO this Labor Day Weekend at the Ambassador Theater on Broadway.

Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Give us a nice rating and review wherever you might be listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, X, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes (and a new theme song). Don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits our designs bring us go to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4601 no BE MORE CHILL with Joe Iconis In 2017, the original cast album of BE MORE CHILL was one of the most streamed cast recordings of the year, and it had yet to premiere on Broadway. In fact, it hadn't been performed since its world premiere in New Jersey two years earlier! The epic story of how this modern Faustian musical became a fan favorite is one for the ages, and this week, we have its composer to tell us the tale. Tony-nominated for writing the music and lyrics of BE MORE CHILL, Joe Iconis joins us to review his hit musical that teaches how to make peace with the "voices in our head." Don't miss Joe's new musical THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL playing this summer at LaJolla Playhouse. For tickets, visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/show/hunter-s-thompson-musical/ You can also follow Joe on Instagram and TikTok to learn about his latest shows and performances. Remember the best way to help "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to leave a nice review and rating wherever you might be listening. For more content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for bonus episodes made exclusively for you! Be sure to submit your designs for our TeePublic Store! We'll be picking a new design this summer, and all profits we receive from orders will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 111 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Joe Iconis discuss his musical BE MORE CHILL (music & lyrics by Joe Iconis, book by Joe Tracz) In 2017, the original cast album of BE MORE CHILL was one of the most streamed cast recordings of the year, and it had yet to premiere on Broadway. In fact, it hadn't been performed since its world premiere in New Jersey two years earlier! The epic story of how this modern Faustian musical became a fan favorite is one for the ages, and this week, we have its composer to tell us the tale. Tony-nominated for writing the music and lyrics of BE MORE CHILL, Joe Iconis joins us to review his hit musical that teaches how to make peace with the "voices in our head." Don't miss Joe's new musical THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL playing this summer at LaJolla Playhouse. For tickets, visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/show/hunter-s-thompson-musical/ You can also follow Joe on Instagram and TikTok to learn about his latest shows and performances. Remember the best way to help "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to leave a nice review and rating wherever you might be listening. For more content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for bonus episodes made exclusively for you! Be sure to submit your designs for our TeePublic Store! We'll be picking a new design this summer, and all profits we receive from orders will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 2017, the original cast album of BE MORE CHILL was one of the most streamed cast recordings of the year, and it had yet to premiere on Broadway. In fact, it hadn't been performed since its world premiere in New Jersey two years earlier! The epic story of how this modern Faustian musical became a fan favorite is one for the ages, and this week, we have its composer to tell us the tale. Tony-nominated for writing the music and lyrics of BE MORE CHILL, Joe Iconis joins us to review his hit musical that teaches how to make peace with the "voices in our head."

Don't miss Joe's new musical THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL playing this summer at LaJolla Playhouse. For tickets, visit https://lajollaplayhouse.org/show/hunter-s-thompson-musical/ You can also follow Joe on Instagram and TikTok to learn about his latest shows and performances.

Remember the best way to help "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to leave a nice review and rating wherever you might be listening. For more content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for bonus episodes made exclusively for you!

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More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 3765 yes URINETOWN with Kikau Alvaro Chances are if you're alive in 2023, you've been to Urinetown... the place not the musical. That's because despite being a hit back in 2001, the near apocalyptic state that URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL hilariously captures is somehow more relatable than ever: greedy corporate CEO's, environmental disasters, progressives with grand platitudes... sound familiar? This week professor, director, and choreographer Kikau Alvaro is our guest to explore this brilliantly unique piece of musical theatre that inspires us to create art (no matter how weird it may seem) and laugh our way into having tough conversations. Follow Kikau on Instagram and Twitter where you'll find info on his podcast "Carefully Taught." You can also see what he's up to at University of the Arts by visiting https://www.uarts.edu/kikau-alvaro Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Be sure to leave us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month you can receive bonus episodes on PATREON! And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 110 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kikau Alvaro discuss the musical URINETOWN (music by Mark Hollmann, lyrics by Mark Hollmann & Greg Kotis, book by Greg Kotis) Chances are if you're alive in 2023, you've been to Urinetown... the place not the musical. That's because despite being a hit back in 2001, the near apocalyptic state that URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL hilariously captures is somehow more relatable than ever: greedy corporate CEO's, environmental disasters, progressives with grand platitudes... sound familiar? This week professor, director, and choreographer Kikau Alvaro is our guest to explore this brilliantly unique piece of musical theatre that inspires us to create art (no matter how weird it may seem) and laugh our way into having tough conversations. Follow Kikau on Instagram and Twitter where you'll find info on his podcast "Carefully Taught." You can also see what he's up to at University of the Arts by visiting https://www.uarts.edu/kikau-alvaro Want to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast?" Be sure to leave us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month you can receive bonus episodes on PATREON! And don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chances are if you're alive in 2023, you've been to Urinetown... the place not the musical. That's because despite being a hit back in 2001, the near apocalyptic state that URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL hilariously captures is somehow more relatable than ever: greedy corporate CEO's, environmental disasters, progressives with grand platitudes... sound familiar? This week professor, director, and choreographer Kikau Alvaro is our guest to explore this brilliantly unique piece of musical theatre that inspires us to create art (no matter how weird it may seem) and laugh our way into having tough conversations.

Follow Kikau on Instagram and Twitter where you'll find info on his podcast "Carefully Taught." You can also see what he's up to at University of the Arts by visiting https://www.uarts.edu/kikau-alvaro

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]]> 4460 yes PASSION with Ben Rimalower PASSION has maybe the most complex approach to exploring love in all of Musical Theatre, so of course the legends Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine were behind it. Here this week to discuss these collaborators and their evocative "passion project" is Ben Rimalower, whose latest project is a podcast spotlighting another of their collaborations, INTO THE WOODS. Warning: this episode requires you to access "the feels," so let that unibrow go and pop in those earbuds, cuz we're going full Fosca! Check out Ben on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, and listen to his podcast "Giants in the Sky: How Sondheim and Lapine went Into the Woods" on the Broadway Podcast Network. Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give a nice rating or review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month (we have a brand new episode for subscribers next week!), and don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 109 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ben Rimalower discuss the musical PASSION (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine) PASSION has maybe the most complex approach to exploring love in all of Musical Theatre, so of course the legends Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine were behind it. Here this week to discuss these collaborators and their evocative "passion project" is Ben Rimalower, whose latest project is a podcast spotlighting another of their collaborations, INTO THE WOODS. Warning: this episode requires you to access "the feels," so let that unibrow go and pop in those earbuds, cuz we're going full Fosca! Check out Ben on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, and listen to his podcast "Giants in the Sky: How Sondheim and Lapine went Into the Woods" on the Broadway Podcast Network. Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give a nice rating or review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month (we have a brand new episode for subscribers next week!), and don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices PASSION has maybe the most complex approach to exploring love in all of Musical Theatre, so of course the legends Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine were behind it. Here this week to discuss these collaborators and their evocative "passion project" is Ben Rimalower, whose latest project is a podcast spotlighting another of their collaborations, INTO THE WOODS. Warning: this episode requires you to access "the feels," so let that unibrow go and pop in those earbuds, cuz we're going full Fosca!

Check out Ben on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, and listen to his podcast "Giants in the Sky: How Sondheim and Lapine went Into the Woods" on the Broadway Podcast Network.

Remember the best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is to give a nice rating or review wherever you listen! You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month (we have a brand new episode for subscribers next week!), and don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4187 yes CARNIVAL! with Debbie Gravitte CARNIVAL! is a 1961 musical that is simultaneously beautiful, hopeful, sad, and a great exercise for us in 2023. Set those literal minds on standby as Tony-winner Debbie Gravitte (JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY, ZORBA, CHICAGO) joins us to remember this special piece from our musical theatre history and the 2002 Encores! production in which she starred with Brian Stokes Mitchell and, fresh off "The Princess Diaries," future Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway. Apologies in advance if you can't get "Love Makes the World Go Round" out of your head. Learn more about Debbie and her production company by visiting debbiegravitte.com Thank you so much for tuning in! Be sure to leave us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes including our recent Tony Awards specials. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. We're so happy you're part of this great podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 108 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Debbie Gravitte discuss the musical CARNIVAL! (music and lyrics by Bob Merrill, book by Michael Stewart) CARNIVAL! is a 1961 musical that is simultaneously beautiful, hopeful, sad, and a great exercise for us in 2023. Set those literal minds on standby as Tony-winner Debbie Gravitte (JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY, ZORBA, CHICAGO) joins us to remember this special piece from our musical theatre history and the 2002 Encores! production in which she starred with Brian Stokes Mitchell and, fresh off "The Princess Diaries," future Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway. Apologies in advance if you can't get "Love Makes the World Go Round" out of your head. Learn more about Debbie and her production company by visiting debbiegravitte.com Thank you so much for tuning in! Be sure to leave us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes including our recent Tony Awards specials. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. We're so happy you're part of this great podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices CARNIVAL! is a 1961 musical that is simultaneously beautiful, hopeful, sad, and a great exercise for us in 2023. Set those literal minds on standby as Tony-winner Debbie Gravitte (JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY, ZORBA, CHICAGO) joins us to remember this special piece from our musical theatre history and the 2002 Encores! production in which she starred with Brian Stokes Mitchell and, fresh off "The Princess Diaries," future Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway. Apologies in advance if you can't get "Love Makes the World Go Round" out of your head.

Learn more about Debbie and her production company by visiting debbiegravitte.com

Thank you so much for tuning in! Be sure to leave us a nice review and rating wherever you're listening! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes including our recent Tony Awards specials. Finally, don't forget about our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3836 no TICK, TICK... BOOM! with Taylor J. Williams A brand new episode mid week?? What is happening? Short answer: The Tony Awards. This Sunday we celebrate the most recent Broadway season by honoring the best of the best, and it just so happens our guest this week is one of the nominees! Taylor J. Williams has helped create more Broadway musicals than most of us have seen in person, and he also happens to be a life long "Renthead." Who better, then, to discuss the journey of being a musical theatre artist as told through the singular voice of Jonathan Larson? Buckle up, "come to your senses," and enjoy this conversation that covers everything from Subway sandwiches to Lin Manuel Miranda's grammar obsession. Remember to send some good thoughts to Taylor this week, especially concerning "Best Sound Design of a Play!" You can find out more about him at taylorjwilliams.com. You can also find him on Instagram @taylorjwmusic. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have bonus episodes waiting for you at PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And if you want to be one of Jeff's favorite listeners, leave us a nice rating and review wherever you're listening. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:50:00 -0000 full 1 107 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Taylor J. Williams discuss the musical TICK, TICK... BOOM! (book, music & lyrics by Jonathan Larson) A brand new episode mid week?? What is happening? Short answer: The Tony Awards. This Sunday we celebrate the most recent Broadway season by honoring the best of the best, and it just so happens our guest this week is one of the nominees! Taylor J. Williams has helped create more Broadway musicals than most of us have seen in person, and he also happens to be a life long "Renthead." Who better, then, to discuss the journey of being a musical theatre artist as told through the singular voice of Jonathan Larson? Buckle up, "come to your senses," and enjoy this conversation that covers everything from Subway sandwiches to Lin Manuel Miranda's grammar obsession. Remember to send some good thoughts to Taylor this week, especially concerning "Best Sound Design of a Play!" You can find out more about him at taylorjwilliams.com. You can also find him on Instagram @taylorjwmusic. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have bonus episodes waiting for you at PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And if you want to be one of Jeff's favorite listeners, leave us a nice rating and review wherever you're listening. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brand new episode mid week?? What is happening? Short answer: The Tony Awards. This Sunday we celebrate the most recent Broadway season by honoring the best of the best, and it just so happens our guest this week is one of the nominees! Taylor J. Williams has helped create more Broadway musicals than most of us have seen in person, and he also happens to be a life long "Renthead." Who better, then, to discuss the journey of being a musical theatre artist as told through the singular voice of Jonathan Larson? Buckle up, "come to your senses," and enjoy this conversation that covers everything from Subway sandwiches to Lin Manuel Miranda's grammar obsession.

Remember to send some good thoughts to Taylor this week, especially concerning "Best Sound Design of a Play!" You can find out more about him at taylorjwilliams.com. You can also find him on Instagram @taylorjwmusic.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. We also have bonus episodes waiting for you at PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And if you want to be one of Jeff's favorite listeners, leave us a nice rating and review wherever you're listening.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community!

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]]> 4710 no WAITRESS with Jessie Mueller The musical WAITRESS emerged from the 2016 Broadway season (supposedly dominated by HAMILTON) as something similar to its protagonist's famous pies: a hit on the outside thanks to secret ingredients on the inside. One of those ingredients happens to be this week's guest, Tony-winning actress Jessie Mueller (BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, CAROUSEL, ON A CLEAR DAY...) Listen as Jessie revisits one of her most iconic stage roles and discusses the power of baking, human stories, and, of course, Sara Bareilles. For more information about the musical "My Heart Says Go" and its brand new studio album featuring Jessie, please visit https://hawkinsandjay.wixsite.com/myheartsaysgo or @myheartsaysgomusical on Instagram. Remember the best way to support the show is to give us a nice review and rating wherever you're tuning in! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content or subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive exclusive bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where all profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 May 2023 16:23:00 -0000 full 1 106 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jessie Mueller discuss the musical WAITRESS (music & lyrics by Sara Bareilles, book by Jessie Nelson) The musical WAITRESS emerged from the 2016 Broadway season (supposedly dominated by HAMILTON) as something similar to its protagonist's famous pies: a hit on the outside thanks to secret ingredients on the inside. One of those ingredients happens to be this week's guest, Tony-winning actress Jessie Mueller (BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, CAROUSEL, ON A CLEAR DAY...) Listen as Jessie revisits one of her most iconic stage roles and discusses the power of baking, human stories, and, of course, Sara Bareilles. For more information about the musical "My Heart Says Go" and its brand new studio album featuring Jessie, please visit https://hawkinsandjay.wixsite.com/myheartsaysgo or @myheartsaysgomusical on Instagram. Remember the best way to support the show is to give us a nice review and rating wherever you're tuning in! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content or subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive exclusive bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where all profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The musical WAITRESS emerged from the 2016 Broadway season (supposedly dominated by HAMILTON) as something similar to its protagonist's famous pies: a hit on the outside thanks to secret ingredients on the inside. One of those ingredients happens to be this week's guest, Tony-winning actress Jessie Mueller (BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, CAROUSEL, ON A CLEAR DAY...) Listen as Jessie revisits one of her most iconic stage roles and discusses the power of baking, human stories, and, of course, Sara Bareilles.

For more information about the musical "My Heart Says Go" and its brand new studio album featuring Jessie, please visit https://hawkinsandjay.wixsite.com/myheartsaysgo or @myheartsaysgomusical on Instagram.

Remember the best way to support the show is to give us a nice review and rating wherever you're tuning in! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content or subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive exclusive bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, where all profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Most of all, thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4520 no KIMBERLY AKIMBO with John Clancy Today "A Musical Theatre Podcast" welcomes its first orchestrator! John Clancy (SHREK THE MUSICAL, MEAN GIRLS, THE PROM) has been a long time collaborator with composer Jeanine Tesori and was just nominated for a Tony Award for his work on their new musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO. It isn't often that we get to cover musicals from our current theatre history on the show, so don't miss this special conversation about a very special musical. Guaranteed you'll want to pause the episode to go listen to the cast recording. Get tickets to see KIMBERLY AKIMBO playing on Broadway right now! kimberlyakimbothemusical.com Want to support the pod? Leave us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes. We also have a TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 105 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest John Clancy discuss the musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO (music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire) Today "A Musical Theatre Podcast" welcomes its first orchestrator! John Clancy (SHREK THE MUSICAL, MEAN GIRLS, THE PROM) has been a long time collaborator with composer Jeanine Tesori and was just nominated for a Tony Award for his work on their new musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO. It isn't often that we get to cover musicals from our current theatre history on the show, so don't miss this special conversation about a very special musical. Guaranteed you'll want to pause the episode to go listen to the cast recording. Get tickets to see KIMBERLY AKIMBO playing on Broadway right now! kimberlyakimbothemusical.com Want to support the pod? Leave us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes. We also have a TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything thank you for being a part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today "A Musical Theatre Podcast" welcomes its first orchestrator! John Clancy (SHREK THE MUSICAL, MEAN GIRLS, THE PROM) has been a long time collaborator with composer Jeanine Tesori and was just nominated for a Tony Award for his work on their new musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO. It isn't often that we get to cover musicals from our current theatre history on the show, so don't miss this special conversation about a very special musical. Guaranteed you'll want to pause the episode to go listen to the cast recording.

Get tickets to see KIMBERLY AKIMBO playing on Broadway right now! kimberlyakimbothemusical.com

Want to support the pod? Leave us a nice rating and review! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus episodes. We also have a TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4236 yes MACK & MABEL with Robert Viagas In 1974, a teenage Robert Viagas (future founding editor of Playbill.com) entered a Broadway theatre and watched the brand new musical from the legendary team of HELLO, DOLLY! Twenty five years later, a teenage Jeffrey Scott Parsons listened to that musical's original cast recording and couldn't figure out why MACK & MABEL was a flop. In this week's episode, Robert and Jeff discuss the enigma that will always be MACK & MABEL including its incredible score, fascinating real life inspiration, and the unsung heroes of musicals that work. Read up on Robert's lectures and more on his website, and don't forget to order his newest book, Good Morning, Olive: Haunted Theatres of Broadway and Beyond. If you're a fan of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," give us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about PATREON! where you can gain access to bonus episodes for only $1 a month, and drop by our TeePublic Store where all the profits we earn are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this great podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 104 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Robert Viagas discuss the musical MACK & MABEL (music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Michael Stewart) In 1974, a teenage Robert Viagas (future founding editor of Playbill.com) entered a Broadway theatre and watched the brand new musical from the legendary team of HELLO, DOLLY! Twenty five years later, a teenage Jeffrey Scott Parsons listened to that musical's original cast recording and couldn't figure out why MACK & MABEL was a flop. In this week's episode, Robert and Jeff discuss the enigma that will always be MACK & MABEL including its incredible score, fascinating real life inspiration, and the unsung heroes of musicals that work. Read up on Robert's lectures and more on his website, and don't forget to order his newest book, Good Morning, Olive: Haunted Theatres of Broadway and Beyond. If you're a fan of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," give us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about PATREON! where you can gain access to bonus episodes for only $1 a month, and drop by our TeePublic Store where all the profits we earn are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this great podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1974, a teenage Robert Viagas (future founding editor of Playbill.com) entered a Broadway theatre and watched the brand new musical from the legendary team of HELLO, DOLLY! Twenty five years later, a teenage Jeffrey Scott Parsons listened to that musical's original cast recording and couldn't figure out why MACK & MABEL was a flop. In this week's episode, Robert and Jeff discuss the enigma that will always be MACK & MABEL including its incredible score, fascinating real life inspiration, and the unsung heroes of musicals that work.

Read up on Robert's lectures and more on his website, and don't forget to order his newest book, Good Morning, Olive: Haunted Theatres of Broadway and Beyond.

If you're a fan of "A Musical Theatre Podcast," give us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about PATREON! where you can gain access to bonus episodes for only $1 a month, and drop by our TeePublic Store where all the profits we earn are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3999 no THE PRODUCERS with Michael Kostroff and Julie Garnyè Mel Brooks' valentine to musical theatre THE PRODUCERS broke all kinds of Broadway records offstage in 2001, while onstage its zany characters wrote the book on how one should not behave in professional theatre. This week we sit down with longtime "Max Bialystock" Michael Kostroff and his writing partner Julie Garnyè to discuss comedy, goose step chorus lines, and their new book "The Stage Actors' Handbook" (ie- how one should behave in professional theatre). Together everyone laughs (a lot) and discusses whether this 12-time Tony-winning musical will stand the test of time. What do you think? Find out how you can order your copy of "The Stage Actors Handbook" now at https://www.thestageactorshandbook.com/. You can also learn more about Michael at his website https://www.michaelkostroff.com/ and Julie at her website https://www.juliegarnye.com Remember the best way to help the show is by leaving us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to share us with your friends. If you're thirsty for more, you can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and gain access to bonus episodes. And don't forget our TeePublic Store, our profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you so much for being a part of this great podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 103 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Michael Kostroff and Julie Garnyè discuss the musical THE PRODUCERS (music and lyrics by Mel Brooks, book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan) Mel Brooks' valentine to musical theatre THE PRODUCERS broke all kinds of Broadway records offstage in 2001, while onstage its zany characters wrote the book on how one should not behave in professional theatre. This week we sit down with longtime "Max Bialystock" Michael Kostroff and his writing partner Julie Garnyè to discuss comedy, goose step chorus lines, and their new book "The Stage Actors' Handbook" (ie- how one should behave in professional theatre). Together everyone laughs (a lot) and discusses whether this 12-time Tony-winning musical will stand the test of time. What do you think? Find out how you can order your copy of "The Stage Actors Handbook" now at https://www.thestageactorshandbook.com/. You can also learn more about Michael at his website https://www.michaelkostroff.com/ and Julie at her website https://www.juliegarnye.com Remember the best way to help the show is by leaving us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to share us with your friends. If you're thirsty for more, you can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and gain access to bonus episodes. And don't forget our TeePublic Store, our profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you so much for being a part of this great podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mel Brooks' valentine to musical theatre THE PRODUCERS broke all kinds of Broadway records offstage in 2001, while onstage its zany characters wrote the book on how one should not behave in professional theatre. This week we sit down with longtime "Max Bialystock" Michael Kostroff and his writing partner Julie Garnyè to discuss comedy, goose step chorus lines, and their new book "The Stage Actors' Handbook" (ie- how one should behave in professional theatre). Together everyone laughs (a lot) and discusses whether this 12-time Tony-winning musical will stand the test of time. What do you think?

Find out how you can order your copy of "The Stage Actors Handbook" now at https://www.thestageactorshandbook.com/. You can also learn more about Michael at his website https://www.michaelkostroff.com/ and Julie at her website https://www.juliegarnye.com

Remember the best way to help the show is by leaving us a nice review and rating! You can also follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to share us with your friends. If you're thirsty for more, you can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and gain access to bonus episodes. And don't forget our TeePublic Store, our profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4589 yes MAN OF LA MANCHA with Kiki Ball-Change MAN OF LA MANCHA may be almost 60 years old, but get ready to hear it in a whole new light. New York's Broadway Bimbo Kiki Ball-Change joins us to discuss the "drag" of Don Quixote, and what the hope of "The Impossible Dream" can symbolize for each new generation, including the current queer one. This is a funny and profound conversation about a musical that can stand the test of time. Follow the amazing Kiki Ball-Change on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to visit her live whenever possible! Remember the best way to support the podcast is to rate it and leave us a nice review! For more great content you can follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you get exclusive bonus episodes. And if you want to wear your podcast love, visit our TeePublic Store, our profits of which go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 102 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kiki Ball-Change discuss the musical MAN OF LA MANCHA (music by Mitch Leigh, lyrics by Joe Darion, book by Dale Wasserman) MAN OF LA MANCHA may be almost 60 years old, but get ready to hear it in a whole new light. New York's Broadway Bimbo Kiki Ball-Change joins us to discuss the "drag" of Don Quixote, and what the hope of "The Impossible Dream" can symbolize for each new generation, including the current queer one. This is a funny and profound conversation about a musical that can stand the test of time. Follow the amazing Kiki Ball-Change on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to visit her live whenever possible! Remember the best way to support the podcast is to rate it and leave us a nice review! For more great content you can follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you get exclusive bonus episodes. And if you want to wear your podcast love, visit our TeePublic Store, our profits of which go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MAN OF LA MANCHA may be almost 60 years old, but get ready to hear it in a whole new light. New York's Broadway Bimbo Kiki Ball-Change joins us to discuss the "drag" of Don Quixote, and what the hope of "The Impossible Dream" can symbolize for each new generation, including the current queer one. This is a funny and profound conversation about a musical that can stand the test of time.

Follow the amazing Kiki Ball-Change on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to visit her live whenever possible!

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]]> 4364 yes SHREK THE MUSICAL with Martín Acuña To quote listener Casey in her request for us to cover SHREK THE MUSICAL, "This show has absolutely no right being as good as it is." And she's right. Even with two Pulitzer Prize winning writers behind it, you might be shocked to find how deep the psychology of "the first musical with a fart song" actually goes. This week fellow podcaster Martín Acuña joins us from Bogotá, Colombia to discuss fairy tales, animation, and what happened when they all came to Broadway in the form of a big, green ogre. Listen to Martín's podcast Backstage Talk wherever you listen to podcasts and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice rating and review! Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter for more great content. If you're thirsty for more, we've got bonus episodes each month on PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive from purchases there are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 101 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Martín Acuña discuss the musical SHREK (music by Jeanine Tesori, book & lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire) To quote listener Casey in her request for us to cover SHREK THE MUSICAL, "This show has absolutely no right being as good as it is." And she's right. Even with two Pulitzer Prize winning writers behind it, you might be shocked to find how deep the psychology of "the first musical with a fart song" actually goes. This week fellow podcaster Martín Acuña joins us from Bogotá, Colombia to discuss fairy tales, animation, and what happened when they all came to Broadway in the form of a big, green ogre. Listen to Martín's podcast Backstage Talk wherever you listen to podcasts and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice rating and review! Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter for more great content. If you're thirsty for more, we've got bonus episodes each month on PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive from purchases there are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices To quote listener Casey in her request for us to cover SHREK THE MUSICAL, "This show has absolutely no right being as good as it is."

And she's right. Even with two Pulitzer Prize winning writers behind it, you might be shocked to find how deep the psychology of "the first musical with a fart song" actually goes. This week fellow podcaster Martín Acuña joins us from Bogotá, Colombia to discuss fairy tales, animation, and what happened when they all came to Broadway in the form of a big, green ogre.

Listen to Martín's podcast Backstage Talk wherever you listen to podcasts and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.

The best way to support "A Musical Theatre Podcast" is by giving us a nice rating and review! Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter for more great content. If you're thirsty for more, we've got bonus episodes each month on PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store. The profits we receive from purchases there are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3929 no SHUFFLE ALONG with Caseen Gaines How do a Jeffrey Scott Parsons, Caseen Gaines, and Audra McDonald all make it to adulthood without knowing SHUFFLE ALONG? This isn't the beginning of a comedic bit by Miller & Lyles; it's the beginning of a wonderful conversation about a game changing musical too few people know about. Author of the new book "When Broadway Was Black" Caseen Gaines joins us this week on a trip back to 1921 and a musical theatre landscape rich in history and, possibly, modern cultural prophecies. This episode is guaranteed to build new bridges between our musical theatre past and future. Order Caseen's book "When Broadway Was Black" at whenbroadwaywasblack.com and follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok (where he's killing it!) Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. If you want to be awesome, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of the wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 100 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Caseen Gaines discuss the musical SHUFFLE ALONG (music by Eubie Blake, lyrics by Noble Sissle, book by Flournoy Miller & Aubrey Lyles) How do a Jeffrey Scott Parsons, Caseen Gaines, and Audra McDonald all make it to adulthood without knowing SHUFFLE ALONG? This isn't the beginning of a comedic bit by Miller & Lyles; it's the beginning of a wonderful conversation about a game changing musical too few people know about. Author of the new book "When Broadway Was Black" Caseen Gaines joins us this week on a trip back to 1921 and a musical theatre landscape rich in history and, possibly, modern cultural prophecies. This episode is guaranteed to build new bridges between our musical theatre past and future. Order Caseen's book "When Broadway Was Black" at whenbroadwaywasblack.com and follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok (where he's killing it!) Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. If you want to be awesome, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of the wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices How do a Jeffrey Scott Parsons, Caseen Gaines, and Audra McDonald all make it to adulthood without knowing SHUFFLE ALONG? This isn't the beginning of a comedic bit by Miller & Lyles; it's the beginning of a wonderful conversation about a game changing musical too few people know about. Author of the new book "When Broadway Was Black" Caseen Gaines joins us this week on a trip back to 1921 and a musical theatre landscape rich in history and, possibly, modern cultural prophecies. This episode is guaranteed to build new bridges between our musical theatre past and future.

Order Caseen's book "When Broadway Was Black" at whenbroadwaywasblack.com and follow him on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok (where he's killing it!)

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. If you want to be awesome, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4851 no COMPANY with Nikki Renee Daniels & Teri Ralston Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY is often defined as the first "concept musical" in theatre history, but this week we explore how universal this legendary musical is. Here to help us are Nikki Renee Daniels ("Jenny" from the recent Tony-winning Broadway revival, and the first Black woman to play "Bobbie"), and Teri Ralston ("Jenny" from the original Tony-winning Broadway production). While their experiences (and productions) may have been separated by 50 years, the intention to use this musical as a way to understand both relationships and what it takes to "be alive" remains unchanged. Find out more about Nikki Renee Daniels at her website nikkireneedaniels.com and enjoy the amazing vocals she shares on her Instagram, Twitter and TikTok accounts. Teri Ralston lives in Southern California and performs regularly. Be on the look out for any opportunity to catch her live! Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus episodes. We also have our TeePublic Store filled with designs that support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 99 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Nikki Renee Daniels and Teri Ralston discuss the musical COMPANY (music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by George Furth) Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY is often defined as the first "concept musical" in theatre history, but this week we explore how universal this legendary musical is. Here to help us are Nikki Renee Daniels ("Jenny" from the recent Tony-winning Broadway revival, and the first Black woman to play "Bobbie"), and Teri Ralston ("Jenny" from the original Tony-winning Broadway production). While their experiences (and productions) may have been separated by 50 years, the intention to use this musical as a way to understand both relationships and what it takes to "be alive" remains unchanged. Find out more about Nikki Renee Daniels at her website nikkireneedaniels.com and enjoy the amazing vocals she shares on her Instagram, Twitter and TikTok accounts. Teri Ralston lives in Southern California and performs regularly. Be on the look out for any opportunity to catch her live! Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus episodes. We also have our TeePublic Store filled with designs that support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY is often defined as the first "concept musical" in theatre history, but this week we explore how universal this legendary musical is. Here to help us are Nikki Renee Daniels ("Jenny" from the recent Tony-winning Broadway revival, and the first Black woman to play "Bobbie"), and Teri Ralston ("Jenny" from the original Tony-winning Broadway production). While their experiences (and productions) may have been separated by 50 years, the intention to use this musical as a way to understand both relationships and what it takes to "be alive" remains unchanged.

Find out more about Nikki Renee Daniels at her website nikkireneedaniels.com and enjoy the amazing vocals she shares on her Instagram, Twitter and TikTok accounts.

Teri Ralston lives in Southern California and performs regularly. Be on the look out for any opportunity to catch her live!

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus episodes. We also have our TeePublic Store filled with designs that support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4552 yes SHOW BOAT with Thomas S. Hischak There would be no OKLAHOMA! without SHOW BOAT. Hard stop. So why does the former get the glory of marking the beginning of modern musical theatre? Today, historian and author Thomas S. Hischak joins us to discuss the singular splash of the 1927 epic musical SHOW BOAT, and how its creators set out to make a truly American musical. Whether or not you know all the lyrics to "Ol' Man River" by heart, you'll want to after listening to this episode. To learn more about Tom, including his award-winning books and plays, visit https://www.thomashischak.com/ Remember for this month only, you get a free year of PATREON! if you write us a nice review and send a photo of it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have our TeePublic Store with lots of fun designs, the profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you so much for being part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 97 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Thomas S. Hischak discuss the musical SHOW BOAT (music by Jerome Kern, book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II) There would be no OKLAHOMA! without SHOW BOAT. Hard stop. So why does the former get the glory of marking the beginning of modern musical theatre? Today, historian and author Thomas S. Hischak joins us to discuss the singular splash of the 1927 epic musical SHOW BOAT, and how its creators set out to make a truly American musical. Whether or not you know all the lyrics to "Ol' Man River" by heart, you'll want to after listening to this episode. To learn more about Tom, including his award-winning books and plays, visit https://www.thomashischak.com/ Remember for this month only, you get a free year of PATREON! if you write us a nice review and send a photo of it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have our TeePublic Store with lots of fun designs, the profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you so much for being part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There would be no OKLAHOMA! without SHOW BOAT. Hard stop. So why does the former get the glory of marking the beginning of modern musical theatre? Today, historian and author Thomas S. Hischak joins us to discuss the singular splash of the 1927 epic musical SHOW BOAT, and how its creators set out to make a truly American musical. Whether or not you know all the lyrics to "Ol' Man River" by heart, you'll want to after listening to this episode.

To learn more about Tom, including his award-winning books and plays, visit https://www.thomashischak.com/

Remember for this month only, you get a free year of PATREON! if you write us a nice review and send a photo of it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have our TeePublic Store with lots of fun designs, the profits of which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3778 no THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK with Lucie Arnaz If you've ever listened to "A Musical Theatre Podcast," you already know a little bit about THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK. Find out how by tuning into our first episode of 2023 featuring one of the original "West End Witches," Lucie Arnaz (Broadway's THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, PIPPIN). Lucie gives us a generous look inside the creation of this sexy, magic-filled show and shares how she found musical theatre while growing up with television legend parents, Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. Packed with funny stories and fascinating insights, this is definitely an episode you've been "wishing" for. Follow Lucie and see her upcoming tour dates by visiting luciearnaz.com New for January 2023, leave us a nice review and get a free year of PATREON! full of bonus episodes. Simply post the review, take a screenshot, and email it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 97 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Lucie Arnaz discuss the musical THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK (music by Dana Rowe, lyrics and book by John Dempsey) If you've ever listened to "A Musical Theatre Podcast," you already know a little bit about THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK. Find out how by tuning into our first episode of 2023 featuring one of the original "West End Witches," Lucie Arnaz (Broadway's THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, PIPPIN). Lucie gives us a generous look inside the creation of this sexy, magic-filled show and shares how she found musical theatre while growing up with television legend parents, Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. Packed with funny stories and fascinating insights, this is definitely an episode you've been "wishing" for. Follow Lucie and see her upcoming tour dates by visiting luciearnaz.com New for January 2023, leave us a nice review and get a free year of PATREON! full of bonus episodes. Simply post the review, take a screenshot, and email it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If you've ever listened to "A Musical Theatre Podcast," you already know a little bit about THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK. Find out how by tuning into our first episode of 2023 featuring one of the original "West End Witches," Lucie Arnaz (Broadway's THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, PIPPIN). Lucie gives us a generous look inside the creation of this sexy, magic-filled show and shares how she found musical theatre while growing up with television legend parents, Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball. Packed with funny stories and fascinating insights, this is definitely an episode you've been "wishing" for.

Follow Lucie and see her upcoming tour dates by visiting luciearnaz.com

New for January 2023, leave us a nice review and get a free year of PATREON! full of bonus episodes. Simply post the review, take a screenshot, and email it to amusicalpodcast@gmail.com. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4207 yes MILK AND HONEY with David Armstrong In the name of "Merry Christmas" and the holiday season, welcome to Israel! In 1961, MILK AND HONEY premiered on Broadway and brought with it the first major musical theatre representation of Jewish life as well as an introduction to a little, off-Broadway composer named Jerry Herman. Musical theatre creator, educator, and podcast host David Armstrong joins us to discuss this lesser known show with a giant sized cultural footprint. Enjoy your holidays everyone, and thank you for a beautiful 2022. Shalom! Follow David and his podcast Broadway Nation on Instagram at @davidatbroadwaynation and listen to it on the Broadway Podcast Network. Be sure to share, review and subscribe to "A Musical Theatre Podcast!" You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive monthly bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Most of all, thank you for being a part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 96 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest David Armstrong discuss the musical MILK AND HONEY (music & lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Don Appell) In the name of "Merry Christmas" and the holiday season, welcome to Israel! In 1961, MILK AND HONEY premiered on Broadway and brought with it the first major musical theatre representation of Jewish life as well as an introduction to a little, off-Broadway composer named Jerry Herman. Musical theatre creator, educator, and podcast host David Armstrong joins us to discuss this lesser known show with a giant sized cultural footprint. Enjoy your holidays everyone, and thank you for a beautiful 2022. Shalom! Follow David and his podcast Broadway Nation on Instagram at @davidatbroadwaynation and listen to it on the Broadway Podcast Network. Be sure to share, review and subscribe to "A Musical Theatre Podcast!" You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive monthly bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Most of all, thank you for being a part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the name of "Merry Christmas" and the holiday season, welcome to Israel! In 1961, MILK AND HONEY premiered on Broadway and brought with it the first major musical theatre representation of Jewish life as well as an introduction to a little, off-Broadway composer named Jerry Herman. Musical theatre creator, educator, and podcast host David Armstrong joins us to discuss this lesser known show with a giant sized cultural footprint. Enjoy your holidays everyone, and thank you for a beautiful 2022. Shalom!

Follow David and his podcast Broadway Nation on Instagram at @davidatbroadwaynation and listen to it on the Broadway Podcast Network.

Be sure to share, review and subscribe to "A Musical Theatre Podcast!" You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive monthly bonus episodes. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store, the profits of which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

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]]> 4260 no THE SECRET GARDEN with Daisy Eagan & John Cameron Mitchell THE SECRET GARDEN is a timeless story with a lot of layers, just like our two guests who were gracious enough to discuss it with us this week. Tony-winning Daisy Eagan ("Mary Lennox," herself) and John Cameron Mitchell (do you think of him as "Hedwig" first, or Dickon?) enjoy a mini reunion in this episode that has a bit of everything, including "earth." Come to the garden, and stay for the "T!" Daisy's podcast Strange and Unexplained with Daisy Eagan is available wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow her on Instagram @daisyeagan or learn more about her career at daisyeagan.com Follow John on Instagram @johncameronmitchell to witness all the creativity, including the recent benefit of REM music for Planned Parenthood that he mentions in the episode. Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We have PATREON! that brings you bonus content for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 18 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -0000 full 1 95 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Daisy Eagan & John Cameron Mitchell discuss the musical THE SECRET GARDEN (music by Lucy Simon, book & lyrics by Marsha Norman) THE SECRET GARDEN is a timeless story with a lot of layers, just like our two guests who were gracious enough to discuss it with us this week. Tony-winning Daisy Eagan ("Mary Lennox," herself) and John Cameron Mitchell (do you think of him as "Hedwig" first, or Dickon?) enjoy a mini reunion in this episode that has a bit of everything, including "earth." Come to the garden, and stay for the "T!" Daisy's podcast Strange and Unexplained with Daisy Eagan is available wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow her on Instagram @daisyeagan or learn more about her career at daisyeagan.com Follow John on Instagram @johncameronmitchell to witness all the creativity, including the recent benefit of REM music for Planned Parenthood that he mentions in the episode. Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We have PATREON! that brings you bonus content for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE SECRET GARDEN is a timeless story with a lot of layers, just like our two guests who were gracious enough to discuss it with us this week. Tony-winning Daisy Eagan ("Mary Lennox," herself) and John Cameron Mitchell (do you think of him as "Hedwig" first, or Dickon?) enjoy a mini reunion in this episode that has a bit of everything, including "earth." Come to the garden, and stay for the "T!"

Daisy's podcast Strange and Unexplained with Daisy Eagan is available wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow her on Instagram @daisyeagan or learn more about her career at daisyeagan.com

Follow John on Instagram @johncameronmitchell to witness all the creativity, including the recent benefit of REM music for Planned Parenthood that he mentions in the episode.

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We have PATREON! that brings you bonus content for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community!

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]]> 4221 no DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES with Jake Saenz While it may have flopped on Broadway, DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES was a winner in Europe and our recent poll on PATREON! So if you're thinking you're too sophisticated for this episode, get ready to realize all the fun you've been missing while you've been rolling your eyes. Talented performer and podcast host Jake Saenz (Fear the Talking Queers) joins us this week for an irreverent discussion on the joys of treasure in trash, learning from mistakes, and singing goth pop at the top of your lungs. Learn more about Jake's podcast by checking out their Instagram @fearthetalkingqueers. While you're at it, give Jake a follow at @hellajaked. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus content. We also have a TeePublic Store where all our proceeds will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Nov 2022 07:21:00 -0000 full 1 94 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jake Saenz discuss the musical DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES (music & lyrics by Jim Steinman, book by David Ives) While it may have flopped on Broadway, DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES was a winner in Europe and our recent poll on PATREON! So if you're thinking you're too sophisticated for this episode, get ready to realize all the fun you've been missing while you've been rolling your eyes. Talented performer and podcast host Jake Saenz (Fear the Talking Queers) joins us this week for an irreverent discussion on the joys of treasure in trash, learning from mistakes, and singing goth pop at the top of your lungs. Learn more about Jake's podcast by checking out their Instagram @fearthetalkingqueers. While you're at it, give Jake a follow at @hellajaked. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus content. We also have a TeePublic Store where all our proceeds will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While it may have flopped on Broadway, DANCE OF THE VAMPIRES was a winner in Europe and our recent poll on PATREON! So if you're thinking you're too sophisticated for this episode, get ready to realize all the fun you've been missing while you've been rolling your eyes. Talented performer and podcast host Jake Saenz (Fear the Talking Queers) joins us this week for an irreverent discussion on the joys of treasure in trash, learning from mistakes, and singing goth pop at the top of your lungs.

Learn more about Jake's podcast by checking out their Instagram @fearthetalkingqueers. While you're at it, give Jake a follow at @hellajaked.

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus content. We also have a TeePublic Store where all our proceeds will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

More than anything, thank you for being part of this podcasting community.

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]]> 4901 yes THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS with Josh Breckenridge THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS ran for only two months on Broadway at the end of 2010, but in that short time it managed to spark controversy that not only brought protestors outside the theatre, but 12 Tony nominations the following Spring. Luckily our special guest this week is able to provide us with some context. Original off-Broadway and Broadway cast member Josh Breckenridge (COME FROM AWAY, THE BOOK OF MORMON) joins us to jump into some very difficult conversations with one intention in mind: to help us understand "the boys." Follow Josh on Instagram @j.breckenridge.music and visit his website at j-breckenridge.com. He can currently be heard on the new BPN comedy ROLLING CALLS. Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by leaving us a nice review or following us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content each month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:10:40 -0000 full 1 93 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Josh Breckenridge discuss THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS (music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb & John Kander, book by David Thompson) THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS ran for only two months on Broadway at the end of 2010, but in that short time it managed to spark controversy that not only brought protestors outside the theatre, but 12 Tony nominations the following Spring. Luckily our special guest this week is able to provide us with some context. Original off-Broadway and Broadway cast member Josh Breckenridge (COME FROM AWAY, THE BOOK OF MORMON) joins us to jump into some very difficult conversations with one intention in mind: to help us understand "the boys." Follow Josh on Instagram @j.breckenridge.music and visit his website at j-breckenridge.com. He can currently be heard on the new BPN comedy ROLLING CALLS. Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by leaving us a nice review or following us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content each month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS ran for only two months on Broadway at the end of 2010, but in that short time it managed to spark controversy that not only brought protestors outside the theatre, but 12 Tony nominations the following Spring. Luckily our special guest this week is able to provide us with some context. Original off-Broadway and Broadway cast member Josh Breckenridge (COME FROM AWAY, THE BOOK OF MORMON) joins us to jump into some very difficult conversations with one intention in mind: to help us understand "the boys."

Follow Josh on Instagram @j.breckenridge.music and visit his website at j-breckenridge.com. He can currently be heard on the new BPN comedy ROLLING CALLS.

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by leaving us a nice review or following us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok. You can also subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content each month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store that benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4562 yes A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE with Stephen Flaherty & Lynn Ahrens No need for cute introductory copy here. This week we are simply honored that Tony Award winning composing team Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (RAGTIME, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, ANASTASIA) stopped by to discuss their beautiful musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE. Don't miss this fun and poignant conversation about the power of theatre, community, and Terrence McNally's Bloomingdale visits. Also, feel free to weigh in on whether you pronounce it "Salomay" or "Salohmee." ;) Classic Stage Company's current revival of A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE directed by John Doyle runs through December 18th. (Run! Don't walk!) Tickets and more information are available at classicstage.org Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and, while you're at it, leave us a nice review and rating! For more great content follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store where we donate all our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! where for only $1 you support the regular show and receive bonus content including an upcoming Halloween special! Most of all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Thank you, Ralph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Oct 2022 08:32:27 -0000 full 1 92 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Stephen Flahery and Lynn Ahrens discuss their musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE (music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Terrence McNally) No need for cute introductory copy here. This week we are simply honored that Tony Award winning composing team Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (RAGTIME, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, ANASTASIA) stopped by to discuss their beautiful musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE. Don't miss this fun and poignant conversation about the power of theatre, community, and Terrence McNally's Bloomingdale visits. Also, feel free to weigh in on whether you pronounce it "Salomay" or "Salohmee." ;) Classic Stage Company's current revival of A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE directed by John Doyle runs through December 18th. (Run! Don't walk!) Tickets and more information are available at classicstage.org Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and, while you're at it, leave us a nice review and rating! For more great content follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store where we donate all our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! where for only $1 you support the regular show and receive bonus content including an upcoming Halloween special! Most of all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community. Thank you, Ralph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices No need for cute introductory copy here. This week we are simply honored that Tony Award winning composing team Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (RAGTIME, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, ANASTASIA) stopped by to discuss their beautiful musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE. Don't miss this fun and poignant conversation about the power of theatre, community, and Terrence McNally's Bloomingdale visits. Also, feel free to weigh in on whether you pronounce it "Salomay" or "Salohmee." ;)

Classic Stage Company's current revival of A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE directed by John Doyle runs through December 18th. (Run! Don't walk!) Tickets and more information are available at classicstage.org

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and, while you're at it, leave us a nice review and rating! For more great content follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store where we donate all our profits to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! where for only $1 you support the regular show and receive bonus content including an upcoming Halloween special!

Most of all, thank you for being part of this podcasting community.

Thank you, Ralph.

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]]> 3945 no CATCH ME IF YOU CAN with Jay Armstrong Johnson The only thing more challenging than securing a big hit on Broadway is figuring out how to follow it up with another big hit. For the team of the juggernaut musical HAIRSPRAY, that follow up was a musical adaptation of Stephen Spielberg's hit film CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. And while this story of America's famed juvenile conman may not have been the resounding success they'd hoped for, there is still plenty to sing about. This week we welcome original Broadway cast member Jay Armstrong Johnson (HAIR, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) to stroll down memory lane and explore the soul of Frank Abagnale Jr, the glory of an amazing female ensemble, and... maypoles?? Special thanks to our listeners for requesting this title! Follow Jay on Instagram @jay_a_johnson to learn about his latest projects and, just in time for Halloween, get your tickets to his annual I Put a Spell on You (benefitting BC/EFA) which will be live this year at Sony Hall! Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by following us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok! For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the show and receive bonus episodes. And don't forget about our TeePublic store, the profits from which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. As always, thank you for being part of this podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 91 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jay Armstrong Johnson discuss the musical CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman, book by Terrence McNally) The only thing more challenging than securing a big hit on Broadway is figuring out how to follow it up with another big hit. For the team of the juggernaut musical HAIRSPRAY, that follow up was a musical adaptation of Stephen Spielberg's hit film CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. And while this story of America's famed juvenile conman may not have been the resounding success they'd hoped for, there is still plenty to sing about. This week we welcome original Broadway cast member Jay Armstrong Johnson (HAIR, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) to stroll down memory lane and explore the soul of Frank Abagnale Jr, the glory of an amazing female ensemble, and... maypoles?? Special thanks to our listeners for requesting this title! Follow Jay on Instagram @jay_a_johnson to learn about his latest projects and, just in time for Halloween, get your tickets to his annual I Put a Spell on You (benefitting BC/EFA) which will be live this year at Sony Hall! Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by following us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok! For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the show and receive bonus episodes. And don't forget about our TeePublic store, the profits from which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. As always, thank you for being part of this podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The only thing more challenging than securing a big hit on Broadway is figuring out how to follow it up with another big hit. For the team of the juggernaut musical HAIRSPRAY, that follow up was a musical adaptation of Stephen Spielberg's hit film CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. And while this story of America's famed juvenile conman may not have been the resounding success they'd hoped for, there is still plenty to sing about. This week we welcome original Broadway cast member Jay Armstrong Johnson (HAIR, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) to stroll down memory lane and explore the soul of Frank Abagnale Jr, the glory of an amazing female ensemble, and... maypoles?? Special thanks to our listeners for requesting this title!

Follow Jay on Instagram @jay_a_johnson to learn about his latest projects and, just in time for Halloween, get your tickets to his annual I Put a Spell on You (benefitting BC/EFA) which will be live this year at Sony Hall!

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends by following us on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok! For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the show and receive bonus episodes. And don't forget about our TeePublic store, the profits from which are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

As always, thank you for being part of this podcast community!

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]]> 4257 no OLIVER! with Max Miller Never has a child changed the world so much by asking for seconds. The musical OLIVER! is somewhat of an outlier in 1960s musical theatre that's as dark as it is joyful and filled to the brim with wonderful characters. Here to discuss it this week is another wonderful character: historical chef, author and YouTube sensation Max Miller! Max dives into his love of musicals as he and Jeff discuss Charles Dickens, gruel, and how one could sing the catchiest tunes amidst the most impoverished conditions. Watch new episodes of Tasting History with Max Miller every Tuesday on YouTube. Here's his episode on little Oliver's favorite dish: What is Gruel? You can also follow Max on Instagram @tastinghistorywithmaxmiller Also, be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family and leave us a nice review! You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you get bonus content that we don't cover on the regular show. Check out our TeePublic Store where all of the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 90 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Max Miller discuss the musical OLIVER! (music, lyrics & book by Lionel Bart) Never has a child changed the world so much by asking for seconds. The musical OLIVER! is somewhat of an outlier in 1960s musical theatre that's as dark as it is joyful and filled to the brim with wonderful characters. Here to discuss it this week is another wonderful character: historical chef, author and YouTube sensation Max Miller! Max dives into his love of musicals as he and Jeff discuss Charles Dickens, gruel, and how one could sing the catchiest tunes amidst the most impoverished conditions. Watch new episodes of Tasting History with Max Miller every Tuesday on YouTube. Here's his episode on little Oliver's favorite dish: What is Gruel? You can also follow Max on Instagram @tastinghistorywithmaxmiller Also, be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family and leave us a nice review! You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you get bonus content that we don't cover on the regular show. Check out our TeePublic Store where all of the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS. Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Never has a child changed the world so much by asking for seconds. The musical OLIVER! is somewhat of an outlier in 1960s musical theatre that's as dark as it is joyful and filled to the brim with wonderful characters. Here to discuss it this week is another wonderful character: historical chef, author and YouTube sensation Max Miller! Max dives into his love of musicals as he and Jeff discuss Charles Dickens, gruel, and how one could sing the catchiest tunes amidst the most impoverished conditions.

Watch new episodes of Tasting History with Max Miller every Tuesday on YouTube. Here's his episode on little Oliver's favorite dish: What is Gruel? You can also follow Max on Instagram @tastinghistorywithmaxmiller

Also, be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and family and leave us a nice review! You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. We also have PATREON! where for only $1 a month you get bonus content that we don't cover on the regular show. Check out our TeePublic Store where all of the profits we receive are donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fight AIDS.

Most of all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4380 no SOMETHING ROTTEN with Brad Oscar How on earth do you name a brand new musical SOMETHING ROTTEN, open it cold on Broadway and somehow still have a hit? Short answer: magic. Long answer: listen to this week's episode with original Tony-nominated Nostradamus, Brad Oscar! Brad dusts off his soothsayer powers to tell us everything about this show that loves musicals as much as it "hates" Shakespeare. Follow Brad on Instagram @bradoscar64 and don't miss him this week at 54 Below in Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE on September 6th! Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 and receive exclusive content. We also have a TeePublic store where 100% of the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 04 Sep 2022 08:58:48 -0000 full 1 89 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Brad Oscar discuss the musical SOMETHING ROTTEN (music and lyrics by Karey & Wayne Kirkpatrick, book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O'Farrell) How on earth do you name a brand new musical SOMETHING ROTTEN, open it cold on Broadway and somehow still have a hit? Short answer: magic. Long answer: listen to this week's episode with original Tony-nominated Nostradamus, Brad Oscar! Brad dusts off his soothsayer powers to tell us everything about this show that loves musicals as much as it "hates" Shakespeare. Follow Brad on Instagram @bradoscar64 and don't miss him this week at 54 Below in Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE on September 6th! Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 and receive exclusive content. We also have a TeePublic store where 100% of the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices How on earth do you name a brand new musical SOMETHING ROTTEN, open it cold on Broadway and somehow still have a hit? Short answer: magic. Long answer: listen to this week's episode with original Tony-nominated Nostradamus, Brad Oscar! Brad dusts off his soothsayer powers to tell us everything about this show that loves musicals as much as it "hates" Shakespeare.

Follow Brad on Instagram @bradoscar64 and don't miss him this week at 54 Below in Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE on September 6th!

Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 and receive exclusive content. We also have a TeePublic store where 100% of the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 3952 no PATREON! Preview- "Attack of the Monster Musical" with Adam Abraham Here's a little something to help you through the end of your week! Jeff brings you a mini episode spotlighting the latest offering on PATREON! in which author Adam Abraham drops by to talk about the release of his new book exploring the Cultural History of the musical Little Shop of Horrors. "Attack of the Monster Musical" is a must read, and this conversation is a must listen. Listen to the full episode and all other exclusive offerings on PATREON! for only $1 a month by subscribing to patreon.com/amusicalpodcast Follow Adam on Instagram at @abraham.author to see the amazing photos and art work that didn't make it into the book. Order "Attack of the Monster Musical" at https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/attack-of-the-monster-musical-9781350179325/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:49:05 -0000 bonus Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff previews a clip of his conversation with Adam Abraham from the latest offering on PATREON! Here's a little something to help you through the end of your week! Jeff brings you a mini episode spotlighting the latest offering on PATREON! in which author Adam Abraham drops by to talk about the release of his new book exploring the Cultural History of the musical Little Shop of Horrors. "Attack of the Monster Musical" is a must read, and this conversation is a must listen. Listen to the full episode and all other exclusive offerings on PATREON! for only $1 a month by subscribing to patreon.com/amusicalpodcast Follow Adam on Instagram at @abraham.author to see the amazing photos and art work that didn't make it into the book. Order "Attack of the Monster Musical" at https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/attack-of-the-monster-musical-9781350179325/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Here's a little something to help you through the end of your week! Jeff brings you a mini episode spotlighting the latest offering on PATREON! in which author Adam Abraham drops by to talk about the release of his new book exploring the Cultural History of the musical Little Shop of Horrors. "Attack of the Monster Musical" is a must read, and this conversation is a must listen.

Listen to the full episode and all other exclusive offerings on PATREON! for only $1 a month by subscribing to patreon.com/amusicalpodcast

Follow Adam on Instagram at @abraham.author to see the amazing photos and art work that didn't make it into the book. Order "Attack of the Monster Musical" at https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/attack-of-the-monster-musical-9781350179325/

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]]> 615 no BRIGADOON with Meg Bussert Well, it didn't take 100 years, but today is finally the day BRIGADOON comes to life on the podcast! Here to discuss the magical beauty of this 1947 musical is a Tony nominee from the 1980 revival, actor and educator Meg Bussert (BRIGADOON, CAMELOT, DAMN YANKEES). Tune in to hear Meg's first hand accounts of working alongside true musical theatre legends (including Alan Jay Lerner and Agnes de Mille), and learn what a legend like this story can teach us about the time in which it was written. One thing's for certain, if the last time you listened to BRIGADOON was in high school, you're missing out. Catch Meg Bussert as part of the all star lineup at Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE Learn more about her wonderful career at megbussert.com Share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! We're on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you. Check out our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Finally, don't forget how grateful we are to be in this podcasting community with YOU! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 88 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Meg Bussert discuss the musical BRIGADOON (music by Frederick Loewe, lyrics and book by Alan Jay Lerner) Well, it didn't take 100 years, but today is finally the day BRIGADOON comes to life on the podcast! Here to discuss the magical beauty of this 1947 musical is a Tony nominee from the 1980 revival, actor and educator Meg Bussert (BRIGADOON, CAMELOT, DAMN YANKEES). Tune in to hear Meg's first hand accounts of working alongside true musical theatre legends (including Alan Jay Lerner and Agnes de Mille), and learn what a legend like this story can teach us about the time in which it was written. One thing's for certain, if the last time you listened to BRIGADOON was in high school, you're missing out. Catch Meg Bussert as part of the all star lineup at Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE Learn more about her wonderful career at megbussert.com Share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! We're on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you. Check out our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Finally, don't forget how grateful we are to be in this podcasting community with YOU! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Well, it didn't take 100 years, but today is finally the day BRIGADOON comes to life on the podcast! Here to discuss the magical beauty of this 1947 musical is a Tony nominee from the 1980 revival, actor and educator Meg Bussert (BRIGADOON, CAMELOT, DAMN YANKEES). Tune in to hear Meg's first hand accounts of working alongside true musical theatre legends (including Alan Jay Lerner and Agnes de Mille), and learn what a legend like this story can teach us about the time in which it was written. One thing's for certain, if the last time you listened to BRIGADOON was in high school, you're missing out.

Catch Meg Bussert as part of the all star lineup at Charles Kirsch's Backstage Babble LIVE Learn more about her wonderful career at megbussert.com

Share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! We're on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you. Check out our TeePublic Store where the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 3459 no RAISIN with Jerrell L Henderson RAISIN was named the Best Musical of 1974. Have you seen it? Can you sing a song from it? Here to argue why our answers to both of these questions should be "yes" is director, puppeteer, historian, and archivist Jerrell L Henderson. Tune in to hear how this musical adaptation of A RAISIN IN THE SUN is filled with integrity, history, and legendary star power. It's the next best thing to experiencing it live! Take advantage of Jerrell's incredible work by following either his professional Instagram account @directnu15 or his vinyl record account @black_theatre_vinyl_archive Be sure to like and review "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter. We're also on TikTok and have a TeePublic Store where profits go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! For only $1 a month, you support the show and receive bonus episodes. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Aug 2022 07:39:52 -0000 full 1 87 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jerrell L Henderson discuss the musical RAISIN (music by Judd Woldin, lyrics by Robert Brittan, book by Robert Nemiroff & Charlotte Zaltzberg) RAISIN was named the Best Musical of 1974. Have you seen it? Can you sing a song from it? Here to argue why our answers to both of these questions should be "yes" is director, puppeteer, historian, and archivist Jerrell L Henderson. Tune in to hear how this musical adaptation of A RAISIN IN THE SUN is filled with integrity, history, and legendary star power. It's the next best thing to experiencing it live! Take advantage of Jerrell's incredible work by following either his professional Instagram account @directnu15 or his vinyl record account @black_theatre_vinyl_archive Be sure to like and review "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter. We're also on TikTok and have a TeePublic Store where profits go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! For only $1 a month, you support the show and receive bonus episodes. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices RAISIN was named the Best Musical of 1974. Have you seen it? Can you sing a song from it? Here to argue why our answers to both of these questions should be "yes" is director, puppeteer, historian, and archivist Jerrell L Henderson. Tune in to hear how this musical adaptation of A RAISIN IN THE SUN is filled with integrity, history, and legendary star power. It's the next best thing to experiencing it live!

Take advantage of Jerrell's incredible work by following either his professional Instagram account @directnu15 or his vinyl record account @black_theatre_vinyl_archive

Be sure to like and review "A Musical Theatre Podcast" and share it with your friends. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter. We're also on TikTok and have a TeePublic Store where profits go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Don't forget about PATREON! For only $1 a month, you support the show and receive bonus episodes.

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]]> 4683 no THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE with Gina Morgano It might be the oldest title we cover on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" thanks to some well written listener requests! THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE found incredible success on Broadway over a century after it premiered there in 1879. Here to discuss composing team Gilbert & Sullivan and how PIRATES and their other iconic works changed everything is teacher and performer Gina Morgano. Join Jeff and Gina for this copyright free episode, and "boy oh boy" do they hope you break into song. Learn more about Gina by visiting her website www.ginamorgano.com and follow her on Instagram @ginamorgano Be sure to rate, review, and share the podcast with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus content as a special thank you. Visit our TeePublic store, and any profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Jul 2022 09:43:45 -0000 full 1 86 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Gina Morgano discuss THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE (music by Sir Arthur Sullivan, book & lyrics by Sir W.S. Gilbert, ) It might be the oldest title we cover on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" thanks to some well written listener requests! THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE found incredible success on Broadway over a century after it premiered there in 1879. Here to discuss composing team Gilbert & Sullivan and how PIRATES and their other iconic works changed everything is teacher and performer Gina Morgano. Join Jeff and Gina for this copyright free episode, and "boy oh boy" do they hope you break into song. Learn more about Gina by visiting her website www.ginamorgano.com and follow her on Instagram @ginamorgano Be sure to rate, review, and share the podcast with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus content as a special thank you. Visit our TeePublic store, and any profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It might be the oldest title we cover on "A Musical Theatre Podcast" thanks to some well written listener requests! THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE found incredible success on Broadway over a century after it premiered there in 1879. Here to discuss composing team Gilbert & Sullivan and how PIRATES and their other iconic works changed everything is teacher and performer Gina Morgano. Join Jeff and Gina for this copyright free episode, and "boy oh boy" do they hope you break into song.

Learn more about Gina by visiting her website www.ginamorgano.com and follow her on Instagram @ginamorgano

Be sure to rate, review, and share the podcast with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive bonus content as a special thank you. Visit our TeePublic store, and any profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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]]> 4157 no A CHRISTMAS STORY with Ian Eisendrath It's been a rough month, so we're taking a Christmas in July vacation this week to discuss one of the very few holiday musicals to be nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards: A CHRISTMAS STORY. Joining us for a conversation about this wild and nostalgic look at the Christmas season is a guest who was with this show from version 1.0 to Broadway to the Live TV special and everything in between. It's Grammy-nominated musical director, Ian Eisendrath! Together Jeff and Ian talk presents, winter chaos, and the joy of making kids' dreams come true. Here's hoping we all take a moment this week to make some cookies with someone we love. Follow Ian on Instagram at @ianeisendrathmusic and check out his website at www.ianeisendrath.com Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! and not only support the show but receive bonus episodes. We have a TeePublic Store with many designs, and the profits we receive from them will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Thank you so much for being part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 Jul 2022 10:25:38 -0000 full 1 85 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ian Eisendrath discuss the musical A CHRISTMAS STORY (music and lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, book by Joseph Robinette) It's been a rough month, so we're taking a Christmas in July vacation this week to discuss one of the very few holiday musicals to be nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards: A CHRISTMAS STORY. Joining us for a conversation about this wild and nostalgic look at the Christmas season is a guest who was with this show from version 1.0 to Broadway to the Live TV special and everything in between. It's Grammy-nominated musical director, Ian Eisendrath! Together Jeff and Ian talk presents, winter chaos, and the joy of making kids' dreams come true. Here's hoping we all take a moment this week to make some cookies with someone we love. Follow Ian on Instagram at @ianeisendrathmusic and check out his website at www.ianeisendrath.com Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! and not only support the show but receive bonus episodes. We have a TeePublic Store with many designs, and the profits we receive from them will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Thank you so much for being part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's been a rough month, so we're taking a Christmas in July vacation this week to discuss one of the very few holiday musicals to be nominated for Best Musical at the Tony Awards: A CHRISTMAS STORY. Joining us for a conversation about this wild and nostalgic look at the Christmas season is a guest who was with this show from version 1.0 to Broadway to the Live TV special and everything in between. It's Grammy-nominated musical director, Ian Eisendrath!

Together Jeff and Ian talk presents, winter chaos, and the joy of making kids' dreams come true. Here's hoping we all take a moment this week to make some cookies with someone we love.

Follow Ian on Instagram at @ianeisendrathmusic and check out his website at www.ianeisendrath.com

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! and not only support the show but receive bonus episodes. We have a TeePublic Store with many designs, and the profits we receive from them will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS

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]]> 3757 no LA CAGE AUX FOLLES with David Engel https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/a-musical-theatre-podcast/ It's Pride month, and we're celebrating with the drag mother of musicals: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Joining us to explore this traditional yet groundbreaking milestone is original Broadway cast member David Engel (FOREVER PLAID, SEUSSICAL, PUTTING IT TOGETHER). Please enjoy all the charming first hand accounts you could ever wish for plus a crash course in French and a beautiful reminder that 1983 was both the best of times and not. Guaranteed you'll be ready to "face life with a little guts and lots of glitter." David can currently be seen in THE CHER SHOW at the Ogunquit Playhouse www.ogunquitplayhouse.org Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus content. Don't forget to check out our new designs in our TeePublic Store. As always, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:33:58 -0000 full 1 84 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest David Engel discuss the musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Harvey Fierstein) It's Pride month, and we're celebrating with the drag mother of musicals: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Joining us to explore this traditional yet groundbreaking milestone is original Broadway cast member David Engel (FOREVER PLAID, SEUSSICAL, PUTTING IT TOGETHER). Please enjoy all the charming first hand accounts you could ever wish for plus a crash course in French and a beautiful reminder that 1983 was both the best of times and not. Guaranteed you'll be ready to "face life with a little guts and lots of glitter." David can currently be seen in THE CHER SHOW at the Ogunquit Playhouse www.ogunquitplayhouse.org Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus content. Don't forget to check out our new designs in our TeePublic Store. As always, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's Pride month, and we're celebrating with the drag mother of musicals: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Joining us to explore this traditional yet groundbreaking milestone is original Broadway cast member David Engel (FOREVER PLAID, SEUSSICAL, PUTTING IT TOGETHER). Please enjoy all the charming first hand accounts you could ever wish for plus a crash course in French and a beautiful reminder that 1983 was both the best of times and not. Guaranteed you'll be ready to "face life with a little guts and lots of glitter."

David can currently be seen in THE CHER SHOW at the Ogunquit Playhouse www.ogunquitplayhouse.org

Be sure to rate, review and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus content. Don't forget to check out our new designs in our TeePublic Store.

As always, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting family.

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]]> 4327 no KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN with Joshua Finkel & Richard Bermudez Recently we chose five musicals from our listener request list that had all won the "Best Musical Tony Award" and allowed our social media followers to vote on which we should cover to celebrate next week's 2022 Tony Ceremony. The winner? Kander & Ebb's "darksical" KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN. Not only was this musical groundbreaking when it opened on Broadway in 1993, but it also has one of the most unique journeys to the Best Musical trophy in Tony history! Joining us to discuss this complex show is original cast member and "Molina expert" Joshua Finkel. We also get a visit from the very talented Richard Bermudez, Jeff's costar in one (yes one) of the productions he's done of this rarely produced show. Maybe you won't get to see this musical any time soon (unless it's with Lada Gaga... prayer hands), but in this episode you will certainly feel the power of the web it can weave. To learn more about Joshua Finkel and the many facets of his career, visit www.joshuafinkel.com Richard "no marking" Bermudez refuses to get caught in the web of social media, and we respect him for it, but trust us that if he did have an account, you'd want to stare at his pictures all day. ;) Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content, and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you for supporting the regular show. We also have at TeePublic Store with brand new content designed by listeners like YOU! Above all, thank you for being a part of this beautiful podcasting family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 05 Jun 2022 09:37:15 -0000 full 1 83 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Joshua Finkel & Richard Bermudez discuss the musical KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Terrance McNally) Recently we chose five musicals from our listener request list that had all won the "Best Musical Tony Award" and allowed our social media followers to vote on which we should cover to celebrate next week's 2022 Tony Ceremony. The winner? Kander & Ebb's "darksical" KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN. Not only was this musical groundbreaking when it opened on Broadway in 1993, but it also has one of the most unique journeys to the Best Musical trophy in Tony history! Joining us to discuss this complex show is original cast member and "Molina expert" Joshua Finkel. We also get a visit from the very talented Richard Bermudez, Jeff's costar in one (yes one) of the productions he's done of this rarely produced show. Maybe you won't get to see this musical any time soon (unless it's with Lada Gaga... prayer hands), but in this episode you will certainly feel the power of the web it can weave. To learn more about Joshua Finkel and the many facets of his career, visit www.joshuafinkel.com Richard "no marking" Bermudez refuses to get caught in the web of social media, and we respect him for it, but trust us that if he did have an account, you'd want to stare at his pictures all day. ;) Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content, and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you for supporting the regular show. We also have at TeePublic Store with brand new content designed by listeners like YOU! Above all, thank you for being a part of this beautiful podcasting family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Recently we chose five musicals from our listener request list that had all won the "Best Musical Tony Award" and allowed our social media followers to vote on which we should cover to celebrate next week's 2022 Tony Ceremony. The winner? Kander & Ebb's "darksical" KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN.

Not only was this musical groundbreaking when it opened on Broadway in 1993, but it also has one of the most unique journeys to the Best Musical trophy in Tony history! Joining us to discuss this complex show is original cast member and "Molina expert" Joshua Finkel. We also get a visit from the very talented Richard Bermudez, Jeff's costar in one (yes one) of the productions he's done of this rarely produced show. Maybe you won't get to see this musical any time soon (unless it's with Lada Gaga... prayer hands), but in this episode you will certainly feel the power of the web it can weave.

To learn more about Joshua Finkel and the many facets of his career, visit www.joshuafinkel.com

Richard "no marking" Bermudez refuses to get caught in the web of social media, and we respect him for it, but trust us that if he did have an account, you'd want to stare at his pictures all day. ;)

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content, and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month and receive bonus content as a thank you for supporting the regular show. We also have at TeePublic Store with brand new content designed by listeners like YOU!

Above all, thank you for being a part of this beautiful podcasting family.

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]]> 5467 yes THE WHO'S TOMMY with Cricket Myers A wisecracking sound designer once said, "The audience doesn't leave humming the lights." Whoever said it, they have a point. That's why this week's episode dedicated to the rock musical THE WHO'S TOMMY features a guest with one of the most important jobs in musical theatre! But Cricket Myers is no ordinary sound designer. She was also the first woman to ever be Tony nominated for "Best Sound Design of a Play." Together, Cricket and Jeff begin our official Tony Award festivities by discussing her career, how sound technology might be behind an important evolution in musicals, and how this rock opera carries incredibly profound themes within its iconic guitar riffs. To learn more about Cricket, check out her website at cricketmyers.com You can also learn more about her latest project INTERSTATE at East West Players by visiting https://eastwestplayers.org/interstate/ Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and connect with us via social media on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok! Support the show and receive bonus content each month by subscribing to PATREON! for only $1. We also have a TeePublic Store with new designs you can put on just about anything. Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 May 2022 10:00:00 -0000 full 1 82 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Cricket Myers discuss the musical THE WHO'S TOMMY (music & lyrics by Pete Townshend, book by Pete Townshend & Des McAnuff) A wisecracking sound designer once said, "The audience doesn't leave humming the lights." Whoever said it, they have a point. That's why this week's episode dedicated to the rock musical THE WHO'S TOMMY features a guest with one of the most important jobs in musical theatre! But Cricket Myers is no ordinary sound designer. She was also the first woman to ever be Tony nominated for "Best Sound Design of a Play." Together, Cricket and Jeff begin our official Tony Award festivities by discussing her career, how sound technology might be behind an important evolution in musicals, and how this rock opera carries incredibly profound themes within its iconic guitar riffs. To learn more about Cricket, check out her website at cricketmyers.com You can also learn more about her latest project INTERSTATE at East West Players by visiting https://eastwestplayers.org/interstate/ Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and connect with us via social media on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok! Support the show and receive bonus content each month by subscribing to PATREON! for only $1. We also have a TeePublic Store with new designs you can put on just about anything. Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A wisecracking sound designer once said, "The audience doesn't leave humming the lights." Whoever said it, they have a point. That's why this week's episode dedicated to the rock musical THE WHO'S TOMMY features a guest with one of the most important jobs in musical theatre! But Cricket Myers is no ordinary sound designer. She was also the first woman to ever be Tony nominated for "Best Sound Design of a Play."

Together, Cricket and Jeff begin our official Tony Award festivities by discussing her career, how sound technology might be behind an important evolution in musicals, and how this rock opera carries incredibly profound themes within its iconic guitar riffs.

To learn more about Cricket, check out her website at cricketmyers.com You can also learn more about her latest project INTERSTATE at East West Players by visiting https://eastwestplayers.org/interstate/

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends and connect with us via social media on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok! Support the show and receive bonus content each month by subscribing to PATREON! for only $1. We also have a TeePublic Store with new designs you can put on just about anything.

Most of all, thank you for being part of this beautiful podcasting community!

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]]> 3586 yes THE KING AND I with Mark Eden Horowitz & Joan Almedilla In 1951, THE KING AND I changed musical theatre, and now in 2022, the modern world has changed THE KING AND I. While everyone can (and should) have an opinion on this work of art, this week’s episode provides context for those opinions thanks to some incredible guests. Historian from the Library of Congress, Mark Eden Horowitz, joins us after spending an entire year studying the correspondence of Oscar Hammerstein II, and Broadway star Joan Almedilla (MISS SAIGON) guides us through the show after having walked it many times in Lady Thiang’s shoes. Whether you pronounce Anna like "apple" or "honor;" and whether you’re whistling a happy tune or giving your best “RBF” (resting bitch face), this episode celebrates both where we’ve been and how far we’ve come. Mark's incredible new book The Letters of Oscar Hammerstein II can be ordered HERE It's a must read for all musical theatre history enthusiasts! Find out more about the mega talented Joan Almedilla on her website and follow her on Instagram Be sure to tell your fans all about "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by connecting with us on our Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok accounts! For only $1 a month you can support the show and receive exclusive content by subscribing to PATREON! And don't forget about our adorable TeePublic Store. Thank you so much for being part of this amazing podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 08 May 2022 09:16:00 -0000 full 1 81 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Mark Eden Horowitz and Joan Almedilla discuss the musical THE KING AND I (music by Richard Rodgers, book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II) In 1951, THE KING AND I changed musical theatre, and now in 2022, the modern world has changed THE KING AND I. While everyone can (and should) have an opinion on this work of art, this week’s episode provides context for those opinions thanks to some incredible guests. Historian from the Library of Congress, Mark Eden Horowitz, joins us after spending an entire year studying the correspondence of Oscar Hammerstein II, and Broadway star Joan Almedilla (MISS SAIGON) guides us through the show after having walked it many times in Lady Thiang’s shoes. Whether you pronounce Anna like "apple" or "honor;" and whether you’re whistling a happy tune or giving your best “RBF” (resting bitch face), this episode celebrates both where we’ve been and how far we’ve come. Mark's incredible new book The Letters of Oscar Hammerstein II can be ordered HERE It's a must read for all musical theatre history enthusiasts! Find out more about the mega talented Joan Almedilla on her website and follow her on Instagram Be sure to tell your fans all about "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by connecting with us on our Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok accounts! For only $1 a month you can support the show and receive exclusive content by subscribing to PATREON! And don't forget about our adorable TeePublic Store. Thank you so much for being part of this amazing podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In 1951, THE KING AND I changed musical theatre, and now in 2022, the modern world has changed THE KING AND I. While everyone can (and should) have an opinion on this work of art, this week’s episode provides context for those opinions thanks to some incredible guests. Historian from the Library of Congress, Mark Eden Horowitz, joins us after spending an entire year studying the correspondence of Oscar Hammerstein II, and Broadway star Joan Almedilla (MISS SAIGON) guides us through the show after having walked it many times in Lady Thiang’s shoes. Whether you pronounce Anna like "apple" or "honor;" and whether you’re whistling a happy tune or giving your best “RBF” (resting bitch face), this episode celebrates both where we’ve been and how far we’ve come.

Mark's incredible new book The Letters of Oscar Hammerstein II can be ordered HERE It's a must read for all musical theatre history enthusiasts!

Find out more about the mega talented Joan Almedilla on her website and follow her on Instagram

Be sure to tell your fans all about "A Musical Theatre Podcast" by connecting with us on our Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok accounts! For only $1 a month you can support the show and receive exclusive content by subscribing to PATREON! And don't forget about our adorable TeePublic Store.

Thank you so much for being part of this amazing podcast community!

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]]> 5380 no PASSING STRANGE with Todd Underwood Whether you've already met or have yet to meet the genius creativity that is PASSING STRANGE, this episode invites you to truly come as you are. Chita Rivera Award Winner, Todd Underwood (director/choreographer of the current SLAC production) joins us for a very personal conversation about musical poetry, artistic journeys and, of course, "the real." You're gonna want to watch this musical after the episode, so we're gonna go ahead and place the Prime Video link here "Hallelujah." For tickets or more information about Salt Lake Acting Company, please visit their website Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content, and we also have a TeePublic store where we're currently looking for fan artwork to include in the store gallery! As always, thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Apr 2022 09:50:08 -0000 full 1 80 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Todd Underwood discuss the musical PASSING STRANGE (music by Stew and Heidi Rodewald, lyrics & book by Stew) Whether you've already met or have yet to meet the genius creativity that is PASSING STRANGE, this episode invites you to truly come as you are. Chita Rivera Award Winner, Todd Underwood (director/choreographer of the current SLAC production) joins us for a very personal conversation about musical poetry, artistic journeys and, of course, "the real." You're gonna want to watch this musical after the episode, so we're gonna go ahead and place the Prime Video link here "Hallelujah." For tickets or more information about Salt Lake Acting Company, please visit their website Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content, and we also have a TeePublic store where we're currently looking for fan artwork to include in the store gallery! As always, thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Whether you've already met or have yet to meet the genius creativity that is PASSING STRANGE, this episode invites you to truly come as you are. Chita Rivera Award Winner, Todd Underwood (director/choreographer of the current SLAC production) joins us for a very personal conversation about musical poetry, artistic journeys and, of course, "the real." You're gonna want to watch this musical after the episode, so we're gonna go ahead and place the Prime Video link here "Hallelujah."

For tickets or more information about Salt Lake Acting Company, please visit their website

Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content, and we also have a TeePublic store where we're currently looking for fan artwork to include in the store gallery!

As always, thank you for being part of our podcast community!

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]]> 4213 yes SWEENEY TODD with Ethan Slater Major masterwork SWEENEY TODD has made us all wince, laugh, and think since its bloody premiere in 1979. Joining us this week to discuss what makes this killer musical simmer and explode is Tony nominee (SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical), Sondheim star (the off Broadway Assassins), and all around "Sweeney Fan," the very smart and talented Ethan Slater! Don't miss this episode full of laughs and "epiphanies" like, but not limited to, Jeff realizing in real time just how complex the plot is. Follow Ethan on Instagram and Twitter, and check out him and his fellow "assassins" on their new cast album from Broadway Records. Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content at a very low price, and we also have a TeePublic Store where we're currently seeking "listener art" to include in our store gallery! Thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 79 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ethan Slater discuss the musical SWEENEY TODD (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler) Major masterwork SWEENEY TODD has made us all wince, laugh, and think since its bloody premiere in 1979. Joining us this week to discuss what makes this killer musical simmer and explode is Tony nominee (SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical), Sondheim star (the off Broadway Assassins), and all around "Sweeney Fan," the very smart and talented Ethan Slater! Don't miss this episode full of laughs and "epiphanies" like, but not limited to, Jeff realizing in real time just how complex the plot is. Follow Ethan on Instagram and Twitter, and check out him and his fellow "assassins" on their new cast album from Broadway Records. Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content at a very low price, and we also have a TeePublic Store where we're currently seeking "listener art" to include in our store gallery! Thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Major masterwork SWEENEY TODD has made us all wince, laugh, and think since its bloody premiere in 1979. Joining us this week to discuss what makes this killer musical simmer and explode is Tony nominee (SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical), Sondheim star (the off Broadway Assassins), and all around "Sweeney Fan," the very smart and talented Ethan Slater! Don't miss this episode full of laughs and "epiphanies" like, but not limited to, Jeff realizing in real time just how complex the plot is.

Follow Ethan on Instagram and Twitter, and check out him and his fellow "assassins" on their new cast album from Broadway Records.

Be sure to rate, review, and share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can subscribe to PATREON! for bonus content at a very low price, and we also have a TeePublic Store where we're currently seeking "listener art" to include in our store gallery!

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]]> 4170 yes THE BOY FROM OZ with Justin Clarke The closest we've been to a new-old school "star vehicle" in modern musical theatre is unquestionably THE BOY FROM OZ which tells the story of the divinely flamboyant Peter Allen and probably wouldn't have been on Broadway, let alone a big hit, without the star wattage of Allen's Aussie countryman, Hugh Jackman. Here this week to discuss this musical and other important Australian exports (like actors and tim tams) is both a "boy from Oz" and podcaster, Justin Clarke! Please enjoy this conversation (and Justin's accent) that reminds us how musicals can connect us, even on opposite ends of the world. For more about Justin's podcast, follow @theatrethoughtsaus on Instagram and check out his entire site dedicated to Australian theatre at https://theatrethoughtsaus.online/ Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends as well as rate us and give us a nice review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok, and if you want to be a true patron of the show, suscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store! In short, we're grateful you're a part of our podcasting community and love to stay connected! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 78 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Justin Clarke discuss the musical THE BOY FROM OZ (music & lyrics by Peter Allen, book by Nick Enright and Martin Sherman) The closest we've been to a new-old school "star vehicle" in modern musical theatre is unquestionably THE BOY FROM OZ which tells the story of the divinely flamboyant Peter Allen and probably wouldn't have been on Broadway, let alone a big hit, without the star wattage of Allen's Aussie countryman, Hugh Jackman. Here this week to discuss this musical and other important Australian exports (like actors and tim tams) is both a "boy from Oz" and podcaster, Justin Clarke! Please enjoy this conversation (and Justin's accent) that reminds us how musicals can connect us, even on opposite ends of the world. For more about Justin's podcast, follow @theatrethoughtsaus on Instagram and check out his entire site dedicated to Australian theatre at https://theatrethoughtsaus.online/ Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends as well as rate us and give us a nice review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok, and if you want to be a true patron of the show, suscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store! In short, we're grateful you're a part of our podcasting community and love to stay connected! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The closest we've been to a new-old school "star vehicle" in modern musical theatre is unquestionably THE BOY FROM OZ which tells the story of the divinely flamboyant Peter Allen and probably wouldn't have been on Broadway, let alone a big hit, without the star wattage of Allen's Aussie countryman, Hugh Jackman. Here this week to discuss this musical and other important Australian exports (like actors and tim tams) is both a "boy from Oz" and podcaster, Justin Clarke! Please enjoy this conversation (and Justin's accent) that reminds us how musicals can connect us, even on opposite ends of the world.

For more about Justin's podcast, follow @theatrethoughtsaus on Instagram and check out his entire site dedicated to Australian theatre at https://theatrethoughtsaus.online/

Be sure to share "A Musical Theatre Podcast" with your friends as well as rate us and give us a nice review! For more great content, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok, and if you want to be a true patron of the show, suscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. Don't forget about our TeePublic Store! In short, we're grateful you're a part of our podcasting community and love to stay connected!

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]]> 3291 no RAGTIME with David Loud "Giving the nation a new syncopation" requires many things, maybe most important... a conductor. Here this week to discuss the musical masterpiece RAGTIME (that's right, masterpiece!) is the musical director and conductor for the show's entire original Broadway run, David Loud. Who better to discuss the inner workings of this complex look at America than the guy with the best seat in the house and the heartbeat of the show in his hand? This is a musical that was epic both onstage and off. You're not gonna want to miss this special conversation. Pre order David's incredible book "Facing the Music" (which you hear at the beginning of this episode!), so you'll have it when it's released March 22, 2022! You can learn more about him and his inspiring story on Instagram @facingthemusicdl Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review, so we can find other listeners as terrific as you are! For more great content, we're on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We've also got a TeePublic Store. If you want to be a true insider, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. It gives you bonus episodes and materials as a "thank you" for supporting the regular show! We're so grateful you're part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full 1 77 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest David Loud discuss the musical RAGTIME (music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, book by Terrence McNally) "Giving the nation a new syncopation" requires many things, maybe most important... a conductor. Here this week to discuss the musical masterpiece RAGTIME (that's right, masterpiece!) is the musical director and conductor for the show's entire original Broadway run, David Loud. Who better to discuss the inner workings of this complex look at America than the guy with the best seat in the house and the heartbeat of the show in his hand? This is a musical that was epic both onstage and off. You're not gonna want to miss this special conversation. Pre order David's incredible book "Facing the Music" (which you hear at the beginning of this episode!), so you'll have it when it's released March 22, 2022! You can learn more about him and his inspiring story on Instagram @facingthemusicdl Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review, so we can find other listeners as terrific as you are! For more great content, we're on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We've also got a TeePublic Store. If you want to be a true insider, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. It gives you bonus episodes and materials as a "thank you" for supporting the regular show! We're so grateful you're part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Giving the nation a new syncopation" requires many things, maybe most important... a conductor. Here this week to discuss the musical masterpiece RAGTIME (that's right, masterpiece!) is the musical director and conductor for the show's entire original Broadway run, David Loud. Who better to discuss the inner workings of this complex look at America than the guy with the best seat in the house and the heartbeat of the show in his hand? This is a musical that was epic both onstage and off. You're not gonna want to miss this special conversation.

Pre order David's incredible book "Facing the Music" (which you hear at the beginning of this episode!), so you'll have it when it's released March 22, 2022! You can learn more about him and his inspiring story on Instagram @facingthemusicdl

Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review, so we can find other listeners as terrific as you are! For more great content, we're on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We've also got a TeePublic Store. If you want to be a true insider, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. It gives you bonus episodes and materials as a "thank you" for supporting the regular show!

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]]> 4196 BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL with Becky Birdsong Today we're "crossing the line" and exploring the mega fun listener request BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL. Joining us to discuss this show's reach, ambition, and experimentation (not kidding) is someone who understands all three of those words very well. Becky Birdsong has been a major gifts officer at some of the most prestigious regional theatres in the country, and we can't wait for you to learn what that means! Also be sure to stick around for intermission where you'll hear original Broadway cast member Nikki Bohne Lloyd talk about what made her journey unforgettable! Be sure to say hi to Becky Birdsong on Instagram and Twitter! Follow Broadway star (and star Mommy) Nikki Bohne Lloyd on Instagram! For more great content, follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store, and don't forget subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review! You can also become a subscriber to PATREON! for only $1 a month where you'll receive bonus episodes, including a special episode out today about how we can apply the principles of "Diversity and Inclusion" (that we've discussed this month) to the stage. Thank you so much for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full 1 76 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Becky Birdsong discuss BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL (music by Tom Kitt & Lin-Manuel Miranda, lyrics by Amanda Green & Lin-Manuel Miranda, book by Jeff Whitty) Today we're "crossing the line" and exploring the mega fun listener request BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL. Joining us to discuss this show's reach, ambition, and experimentation (not kidding) is someone who understands all three of those words very well. Becky Birdsong has been a major gifts officer at some of the most prestigious regional theatres in the country, and we can't wait for you to learn what that means! Also be sure to stick around for intermission where you'll hear original Broadway cast member Nikki Bohne Lloyd talk about what made her journey unforgettable! Be sure to say hi to Becky Birdsong on Instagram and Twitter! Follow Broadway star (and star Mommy) Nikki Bohne Lloyd on Instagram! For more great content, follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store, and don't forget subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review! You can also become a subscriber to PATREON! for only $1 a month where you'll receive bonus episodes, including a special episode out today about how we can apply the principles of "Diversity and Inclusion" (that we've discussed this month) to the stage. Thank you so much for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we're "crossing the line" and exploring the mega fun listener request BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL. Joining us to discuss this show's reach, ambition, and experimentation (not kidding) is someone who understands all three of those words very well. Becky Birdsong has been a major gifts officer at some of the most prestigious regional theatres in the country, and we can't wait for you to learn what that means! Also be sure to stick around for intermission where you'll hear original Broadway cast member Nikki Bohne Lloyd talk about what made her journey unforgettable!

Be sure to say hi to Becky Birdsong on Instagram and Twitter!

Follow Broadway star (and star Mommy) Nikki Bohne Lloyd on Instagram!

For more great content, follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We also have a TeePublic store, and don't forget subscribe, rate, and give us a nice review!

You can also become a subscriber to PATREON! for only $1 a month where you'll receive bonus episodes, including a special episode out today about how we can apply the principles of "Diversity and Inclusion" (that we've discussed this month) to the stage.

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]]> 4303 THE WIZ with Ken Page This week we're celebrating Black History Month with a musical so groundbreaking, it has a tornado! Broadway legend (AIN'T MISBEHAVIN, CATS), and Cowardly Lion, Ken Page joins us to discuss the history, artistry, and sheer belief that brought about the musical THE WIZ. Join us to hear how these familiar characters from Oz provided musical theatre with insight into the Black experience that has entertained audiences ever since. And if that's not enough, you'll also hear about the time Ken met Streisand. Buy tickets to see Ken in his one man show There's So Much To Talk About at 54 Below on May 4th, 2022! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can support the show by writing us a nice review and subscribing to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and you'll get bonus episodes as a thank you. We even have a TeePublic Store just waiting for you to shop. Thank you for being part of our podcast family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0000 full 1 75 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ken Page discuss the musical THE WIZ (music & lyrics by Charlie Smalls, book by William F. Brown) This week we're celebrating Black History Month with a musical so groundbreaking, it has a tornado! Broadway legend (AIN'T MISBEHAVIN, CATS), and Cowardly Lion, Ken Page joins us to discuss the history, artistry, and sheer belief that brought about the musical THE WIZ. Join us to hear how these familiar characters from Oz provided musical theatre with insight into the Black experience that has entertained audiences ever since. And if that's not enough, you'll also hear about the time Ken met Streisand. Buy tickets to see Ken in his one man show There's So Much To Talk About at 54 Below on May 4th, 2022! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can support the show by writing us a nice review and subscribing to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and you'll get bonus episodes as a thank you. We even have a TeePublic Store just waiting for you to shop. Thank you for being part of our podcast family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're celebrating Black History Month with a musical so groundbreaking, it has a tornado! Broadway legend (AIN'T MISBEHAVIN, CATS), and Cowardly Lion, Ken Page joins us to discuss the history, artistry, and sheer belief that brought about the musical THE WIZ. Join us to hear how these familiar characters from Oz provided musical theatre with insight into the Black experience that has entertained audiences ever since. And if that's not enough, you'll also hear about the time Ken met Streisand.

Buy tickets to see Ken in his one man show There's So Much To Talk About at 54 Below on May 4th, 2022!

Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. You can support the show by writing us a nice review and subscribing to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and you'll get bonus episodes as a thank you. We even have a TeePublic Store just waiting for you to shop. Thank you for being part of our podcast family!

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]]> 5350 no LADY IN THE DARK with Michael Van Duzer & Dr Alisa Hurwitz Time for a deep dive into the most groundbreaking show most of us will never see. Thanks to listener Colden, this week we're covering LADY IN THE DARK with lifelong super fan (and director, writer, and actor) Michael Van Duzer! We also get a mini session with Dr Alisa Hurwitz (Dr Drama herself) to bring context to mental health in both 1941 and 2022. These more historical musicals can be a bit of risk to cover, so let us know if you enjoy this episode!Michael Van Duzer is on the board of Theatre West and can be found on Facebook.Check out Dr Alisa Hurwitz at www.drdrama.com and follow her on Twitter and InstagramBe sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok! Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 and receive bonus content as a thank you for supporting the regular show. Looking for some fun merch? Go shopping at our TeePublic Store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000 LADY IN THE DARK with Michael Van Duzer & Dr Alisa Hurwitz full 1 74 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Time for a deep dive into the most groundbreaking show most of us will never see. Thanks to listener Colden, this week we're covering LADY IN THE DARK with lifelong super fan (and director, writer, and actor) Michael Van Duzer! We also get a mini session with Dr Alisa Hurwitz (Dr Drama herself) to bring context to mental health in both 1941 and 2022. These more historical musicals can be a bit of risk to cover, so let us know if you enjoy this episode!Michael Van Duzer is on the board of Theatre West and can be found on Facebook.Check out Dr Alisa Hurwitz at www.drdrama.com and follow her on Twitter and InstagramBe sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, & TikTok! Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 and receive bonus content as a thank you for supporting the regular show. Looking for some fun merch? Go shopping at our TeePublic Store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Time for a deep dive into the most groundbreaking show most of us will never see. Thanks to listener Colden, this week we're covering LADY IN THE DARK with lifelong super fan (and director, writer, and actor) Michael Van Duzer! We also get a mini session with Dr Alisa Hurwitz (Dr Drama herself) to bring context to mental health in both 1941 and 2022. These more historical musicals can be a bit of risk to cover, so let us know if you enjoy this episode!

Michael Van Duzer is on the board of Theatre West and can be found on Facebook.

Check out Dr Alisa Hurwitz at www.drdrama.com and follow her on Twitter and Instagram

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]]> 4699 no ANNIE GET YOUR GUN with Klea Blackhurst The moment you think you may know everything about musical theatre is the moment you should talk to Klea Blackhurst about ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. This week we sit down with this amazing singer, actress, and "Merman-ologist" to laugh, warble, and explore the all time greatest musical theatre star (Ethel Merman) in one of her all time greatest roles (Annie Oakley). We can't wait for you to hear about these real life characters from both on and off the stage. Please check out Native Voices at the AutryLook for opportunities to see Klea live at https://www.kleablackhurst.comBe sure to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. You can also become a PATREON! subscriber for only a dollar, and you'll gain access to our upcoming Sondheim tribute. Also, don't forget to check out our TeePublic store. Thank you so much for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000 ANNIE GET YOUR GUN with Klea Blackhurst full 1 73 Jeffrey Scott Parsons The moment you think you may know everything about musical theatre is the moment you should talk to Klea Blackhurst about ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. This week we sit down with this amazing singer, actress, and "Merman-ologist" to laugh, warble, and explore the all time greatest musical theatre star (Ethel Merman) in one of her all time greatest roles (Annie Oakley). We can't wait for you to hear about these real life characters from both on and off the stage. Please check out Native Voices at the AutryLook for opportunities to see Klea live at https://www.kleablackhurst.comBe sure to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok for more great content. You can also become a PATREON! subscriber for only a dollar, and you'll gain access to our upcoming Sondheim tribute. Also, don't forget to check out our TeePublic store. Thank you so much for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The moment you think you may know everything about musical theatre is the moment you should talk to Klea Blackhurst about ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. This week we sit down with this amazing singer, actress, and "Merman-ologist" to laugh, warble, and explore the all time greatest musical theatre star (Ethel Merman) in one of her all time greatest roles (Annie Oakley). We can't wait for you to hear about these real life characters from both on and off the stage.

Please check out Native Voices at the Autry

Look for opportunities to see Klea live at https://www.kleablackhurst.com

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]]> 4430 no LITTLE WOMEN with Gwen Hollander Today we're celebrating "Women Power" with the 2005 musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's groundbreaking novel LITTLE WOMEN. Joining us to discuss this holiday worthy listener request is the hilarious and heartwarming "March sister veteran" Gwen Hollander, and Stage Manager turned CEO Jen Kahn stops by to discuss her powerful journey as creator of the highly successful company Scenery Bags!  No matter who you are or where you're from, these two women will leave you inspired to be "astonishing."Be sure to follow Gwen on Instagram at @gwenstagram811. You can also find Jen on Instagram at @jenwkahn and check out @scenerybags on this or any holiday at www.scenerybags.com!Wanting to give us a Christmas present? Subscribe to the show and leave a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram and even subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month, you'll gain access to bonus episodes. And if you want to wear the love, visit our TeePublic Store. Thank you so much for being part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000 LITTLE WOMEN with Gwen Hollander full 1 72 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Today we're celebrating "Women Power" with the 2005 musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's groundbreaking novel LITTLE WOMEN. Joining us to discuss this holiday worthy listener request is the hilarious and heartwarming "March sister veteran" Gwen Hollander, and Stage Manager turned CEO Jen Kahn stops by to discuss her powerful journey as creator of the highly successful company Scenery Bags!  No matter who you are or where you're from, these two women will leave you inspired to be "astonishing."Be sure to follow Gwen on Instagram at @gwenstagram811. You can also find Jen on Instagram at @jenwkahn and check out @scenerybags on this or any holiday at www.scenerybags.com!Wanting to give us a Christmas present? Subscribe to the show and leave a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram and even subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month, you'll gain access to bonus episodes. And if you want to wear the love, visit our TeePublic Store. Thank you so much for being part of our podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Today we're celebrating "Women Power" with the 2005 musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's groundbreaking novel LITTLE WOMEN. Joining us to discuss this holiday worthy listener request is the hilarious and heartwarming "March sister veteran" Gwen Hollander, and Stage Manager turned CEO Jen Kahn stops by to discuss her powerful journey as creator of the highly successful company Scenery Bags!  No matter who you are or where you're from, these two women will leave you inspired to be "astonishing."

Be sure to follow Gwen on Instagram at @gwenstagram811. You can also find Jen on Instagram at @jenwkahn and check out @scenerybags on this or any holiday at www.scenerybags.com!

Wanting to give us a Christmas present? Subscribe to the show and leave a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram and even subscribe to PATREON! where for only $1 a month, you'll gain access to bonus episodes. And if you want to wear the love, visit our TeePublic Store. Thank you so much for being part of our podcasting community!

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]]> 4619 no LITTLE ME with Mary Gordon Murray The 1962 musical LITTLE ME has one of the great comedic scores of all time, and it just so happens our incredible guest Mary Gordon Murray was Tony nominated for singing it! Join us as this Broadway pro reflects on belly laughs, boob jokes, and her memories with legends like Cy Coleman, Bob Fosse, and yes, Stephen Sondheim. If you don't know LITTLE ME, you're about to! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave us a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram. To support the show, be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive special episodes just for you! We also have a TeePublic Store and love hearing from you! Thank you for being part of our podcast community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000 LITTLE ME with Mary Gordon Murray full 1 71 Jeffrey Scott Parsons The 1962 musical LITTLE ME has one of the great comedic scores of all time, and it just so happens our incredible guest Mary Gordon Murray was Tony nominated for singing it! Join us as this Broadway pro reflects on belly laughs, boob jokes, and her memories with legends like Cy Coleman, Bob Fosse, and yes, Stephen Sondheim. If you don't know LITTLE ME, you're about to! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave us a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram. To support the show, be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive special episodes just for you! We also have a TeePublic Store and love hearing from you! Thank you for being part of our podcast community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The 1962 musical LITTLE ME has one of the great comedic scores of all time, and it just so happens our incredible guest Mary Gordon Murray was Tony nominated for singing it! Join us as this Broadway pro reflects on belly laughs, boob jokes, and her memories with legends like Cy Coleman, Bob Fosse, and yes, Stephen Sondheim. If you don't know LITTLE ME, you're about to!

Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave us a nice review! You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram. To support the show, be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to receive special episodes just for you! We also have a TeePublic Store and love hearing from you! Thank you for being part of our podcast community.

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]]> 3611 no THE BOOK OF MORMON with Candace Quarrels The controversial musical THE BOOK OF MORMON has been a popular listener request for quite some time, and in this episode, we finally get to share those "mission stories" you've been craving. Longtime "Nabalungi" Candace Quarrels joins Jeff to talk faith, biting satire, and "being right vs getting it right." This is definitely your not so typical episode about a not so typical musical.Follow Candace on Instagram @candacequarrels and while you're at it, follow her amazing band Mermaid @mermaid.bandFollow us on Instagram Twitter and TikTok for more great content. Looking for a way to support the show? Leave us a nice review and/or subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. You can also check out our TeePublic store. Thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 28 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0000 THE BOOK OF MORMON with Candace Quarrels full 1 70 Jeffrey Scott Parsons The controversial musical THE BOOK OF MORMON has been a popular listener request for quite some time, and in this episode, we finally get to share those "mission stories" you've been craving. Longtime "Nabalungi" Candace Quarrels joins Jeff to talk faith, biting satire, and "being right vs getting it right." This is definitely your not so typical episode about a not so typical musical.Follow Candace on Instagram @candacequarrels and while you're at it, follow her amazing band Mermaid @mermaid.bandFollow us on Instagram Twitter and TikTok for more great content. Looking for a way to support the show? Leave us a nice review and/or subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. You can also check out our TeePublic store. Thank you for being part of our podcast community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The controversial musical THE BOOK OF MORMON has been a popular listener request for quite some time, and in this episode, we finally get to share those "mission stories" you've been craving. Longtime "Nabalungi" Candace Quarrels joins Jeff to talk faith, biting satire, and "being right vs getting it right." This is definitely your not so typical episode about a not so typical musical.

Follow Candace on Instagram @candacequarrels and while you're at it, follow her amazing band Mermaid @mermaid.band

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]]> 4447 yes TABOO with J Bailey Burcham and Sarah Uriarte Berry After almost 20 years, it's time to look back with fresh eyes at the Boy George musical TABOO and realize how pioneering it was. Guest J Bailey Burcham joins us as we evoke the New Romantic Era, discuss queer identities in musical theatre, and express our undying love for Rosie O'Donnell. And if that's not enough, original cast member Sarah Uriarte Berry stops by to share quite possibly the best audition story you've ever heard. Follow Bailey on Instagram at @j.bailey.b and while you're there you can also check out his podcast @theatre_theater_podFor all things Sarah Uriarte Berry, follow her on Instagram at @iamsarahuriarteberry and Twitter at @sarahuriarteb Remember to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, and if you'd like to support the podcast, you can for only $1 a month by subscribing to PATREON! We even have a TeePublic Store for your enjoyment. As always, thank you for being part of this great podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0000 TABOO with J Bailey Burcham and Sarah Uriarte Berry full 1 69 Jeffrey Scott Parsons After almost 20 years, it's time to look back with fresh eyes at the Boy George musical TABOO and realize how pioneering it was. Guest J Bailey Burcham joins us as we evoke the New Romantic Era, discuss queer identities in musical theatre, and express our undying love for Rosie O'Donnell. And if that's not enough, original cast member Sarah Uriarte Berry stops by to share quite possibly the best audition story you've ever heard. Follow Bailey on Instagram at @j.bailey.b and while you're there you can also check out his podcast @theatre_theater_podFor all things Sarah Uriarte Berry, follow her on Instagram at @iamsarahuriarteberry and Twitter at @sarahuriarteb Remember to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! You can follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, and if you'd like to support the podcast, you can for only $1 a month by subscribing to PATREON! We even have a TeePublic Store for your enjoyment. As always, thank you for being part of this great podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices After almost 20 years, it's time to look back with fresh eyes at the Boy George musical TABOO and realize how pioneering it was. Guest J Bailey Burcham joins us as we evoke the New Romantic Era, discuss queer identities in musical theatre, and express our undying love for Rosie O'Donnell. And if that's not enough, original cast member Sarah Uriarte Berry stops by to share quite possibly the best audition story you've ever heard.

Follow Bailey on Instagram at @j.bailey.b and while you're there you can also check out his podcast @theatre_theater_pod

For all things Sarah Uriarte Berry, follow her on Instagram at @iamsarahuriarteberry and Twitter at @sarahuriarteb

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]]> 4997 yes CARRIE with Julia Lester In the genre of horror musicals, there's nothing quite like CARRIE. In fact, to quote the original Broadway poster, "There's never been a musical like her." Here to celebrate Halloween 2021 and discuss the evolution of this flop turned cult classic turned high school musical is one of the stars of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" Julia Lester! Be sure to follow Julia on Instagram @julialester If you can't get enough CARRIE, check out Out For Blood.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and write a nice review for the show! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and for only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus materials. Thirsty for more? Check out our TeePublic Store. As always, thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0000 CARRIE with Julia Lester full 1 68 Jeffrey Scott Parsons In the genre of horror musicals, there's nothing quite like CARRIE. In fact, to quote the original Broadway poster, "There's never been a musical like her." Here to celebrate Halloween 2021 and discuss the evolution of this flop turned cult classic turned high school musical is one of the stars of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" Julia Lester! Be sure to follow Julia on Instagram @julialester If you can't get enough CARRIE, check out Out For Blood.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and write a nice review for the show! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and for only $1 a month, subscribe to PATREON! to receive bonus materials. Thirsty for more? Check out our TeePublic Store. As always, thank you for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In the genre of horror musicals, there's nothing quite like CARRIE. In fact, to quote the original Broadway poster, "There's never been a musical like her." Here to celebrate Halloween 2021 and discuss the evolution of this flop turned cult classic turned high school musical is one of the stars of "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" Julia Lester!

Be sure to follow Julia on Instagram @julialester

If you can't get enough CARRIE, check out Out For Blood.

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]]> 4106 yes MAMMA MIA! with Judy McLane The moment has finally come for Jeff to recognize he began this entire podcast saying he wasn't a fan of MAMMA MIA! Who better, then, to help him through than the woman who performed the show on Broadway over 4,000 times!? This week we welcome the incredible Judy McLane to talk ABBA and the undeniable power this joyful musical has brought millions of people around the world. We also get a visit from Kim Huber, another Broadway veteran, who is currently preparing to star as "Donna" in MAMMA MIA! at 5 Star Theatricals, running October 15th - 24th. www.5startheatricals.com Special thanks for sponsoring this episode!Be sure to follow Judy McLane on Instagram @judy.mclane and learn more about her wonderful career at judymclane.netFollow us on Instagram and Twitter and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. We're also on TikTok and we've got a TeePublic Store. And if you're feeling like a "super trouper," subscribe, rate, and leave us a nice review!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000 MAMMA MIA! with Judy McLane full 1 67 Jeffrey Scott Parsons The moment has finally come for Jeff to recognize he began this entire podcast saying he wasn't a fan of MAMMA MIA! Who better, then, to help him through than the woman who performed the show on Broadway over 4,000 times!? This week we welcome the incredible Judy McLane to talk ABBA and the undeniable power this joyful musical has brought millions of people around the world. We also get a visit from Kim Huber, another Broadway veteran, who is currently preparing to star as "Donna" in MAMMA MIA! at 5 Star Theatricals, running October 15th - 24th. www.5startheatricals.com Special thanks for sponsoring this episode!Be sure to follow Judy McLane on Instagram @judy.mclane and learn more about her wonderful career at judymclane.netFollow us on Instagram and Twitter and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. We're also on TikTok and we've got a TeePublic Store. And if you're feeling like a "super trouper," subscribe, rate, and leave us a nice review!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The moment has finally come for Jeff to recognize he began this entire podcast saying he wasn't a fan of MAMMA MIA! Who better, then, to help him through than the woman who performed the show on Broadway over 4,000 times!? This week we welcome the incredible Judy McLane to talk ABBA and the undeniable power this joyful musical has brought millions of people around the world.

We also get a visit from Kim Huber, another Broadway veteran, who is currently preparing to star as "Donna" in MAMMA MIA! at 5 Star Theatricals, running October 15th - 24th. www.5startheatricals.com Special thanks for sponsoring this episode!

Be sure to follow Judy McLane on Instagram @judy.mclane and learn more about her wonderful career at judymclane.net

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]]> 3955 yes TITANIC with Jennifer Piech To those convinced the Titanic couldn't sink and the stage musical version would, "You were spectacularly wrong." This week we're discussing the creation, tragedy, and hope within the Tony winning Best Musical TITANIC with the original Broadway Kate McGowen, and now Broadway producer, Jennifer Piech. Join us as we delve into the stress and exhilaration (often happening at the same time) of the creative process and why this tragic event continues to capture our attention over 100 years later.Jeff recommends the beautiful book Titanic- The Complete Book of the MusicalFollow Jennifer on Twitter at @jenniferpiech and buy tickets to one of the many productions of COME FROM AWAY at comefromaway.com Also be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus episodes. Most importantly, subscribe to the show, leave us a nice review, and if you have any energy left, check out our TeePublic Store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000 TITANIC with Jennifer Piech full 1 66 Jeffrey Scott Parsons To those convinced the Titanic couldn't sink and the stage musical version would, "You were spectacularly wrong." This week we're discussing the creation, tragedy, and hope within the Tony winning Best Musical TITANIC with the original Broadway Kate McGowen, and now Broadway producer, Jennifer Piech. Join us as we delve into the stress and exhilaration (often happening at the same time) of the creative process and why this tragic event continues to capture our attention over 100 years later.Jeff recommends the beautiful book Titanic- The Complete Book of the MusicalFollow Jennifer on Twitter at @jenniferpiech and buy tickets to one of the many productions of COME FROM AWAY at comefromaway.com Also be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and receive bonus episodes. Most importantly, subscribe to the show, leave us a nice review, and if you have any energy left, check out our TeePublic Store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices To those convinced the Titanic couldn't sink and the stage musical version would, "You were spectacularly wrong."

This week we're discussing the creation, tragedy, and hope within the Tony winning Best Musical TITANIC with the original Broadway Kate McGowen, and now Broadway producer, Jennifer Piech. Join us as we delve into the stress and exhilaration (often happening at the same time) of the creative process and why this tragic event continues to capture our attention over 100 years later.

Jeff recommends the beautiful book Titanic- The Complete Book of the Musical

Follow Jennifer on Twitter at @jenniferpiech and buy tickets to one of the many productions of COME FROM AWAY at comefromaway.com

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]]> 3966 no FLOWER DRUM SONG with Daniel May Rodgers and Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG is a special breed of musical: one that was both revolutionary and problematic at the same time. So what does one do with a piece of history like that? Answer: hire David Henry Hwang. Today we welcome Daniel May, Broadway cast member from the 2002 revival, to discuss this beautiful show that too few have seen. Along the way, we share a touching tribute to Broadway legend Alvin Ing, featuring castmates Jose Llana, Sally Hong, J Elaine Marcos, and Telly Leung.Follow Daniel on Instagram at @danielmayofficial Check out Something Wonderful by Todd S PurdumBe sure to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, support the show by subscribing to PATREON! and gain access to monthly exclusive content. And finally, check out our TeePublic Store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0000 FLOWER DRUM SONG with Daniel May full 1 65 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Rodgers and Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG is a special breed of musical: one that was both revolutionary and problematic at the same time. So what does one do with a piece of history like that? Answer: hire David Henry Hwang. Today we welcome Daniel May, Broadway cast member from the 2002 revival, to discuss this beautiful show that too few have seen. Along the way, we share a touching tribute to Broadway legend Alvin Ing, featuring castmates Jose Llana, Sally Hong, J Elaine Marcos, and Telly Leung.Follow Daniel on Instagram at @danielmayofficial Check out Something Wonderful by Todd S PurdumBe sure to subscribe to the show and leave us a nice review! Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, support the show by subscribing to PATREON! and gain access to monthly exclusive content. And finally, check out our TeePublic Store! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Rodgers and Hammerstein's FLOWER DRUM SONG is a special breed of musical: one that was both revolutionary and problematic at the same time. So what does one do with a piece of history like that? Answer: hire David Henry Hwang. Today we welcome Daniel May, Broadway cast member from the 2002 revival, to discuss this beautiful show that too few have seen. Along the way, we share a touching tribute to Broadway legend Alvin Ing, featuring castmates Jose Llana, Sally Hong, J Elaine Marcos, and Telly Leung.

Follow Daniel on Instagram at @danielmayofficial

Check out Something Wonderful by Todd S Purdum

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]]> 4757 no THE PAJAMA GAME with Jonathan Chisolm and Doug Carfrae THE PAJAMA GAME is a silly, melodic and "scandalous" musical that has one of the biggest cultural footprints in all of musical theatre! Skeptical? Join us to explore the stars, songs, and union rallies of this now rarely produced classic with actor Jonathan Chisolm as well as the Western Vice President of Actors Equity Association, Doug Carfrae. Pull on those pajamas and enjoy!Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jschisolm22 and Twitter @jschisolm22 and learn more about Actors Equity Association at https://www.actorsequity.org/Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus episodes. And while you're at it, drop by our TeePublic Store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0000 THE PAJAMA GAME with Jonathan Chisolm and Doug Carfrae full 1 64 Jeffrey Scott Parsons THE PAJAMA GAME is a silly, melodic and "scandalous" musical that has one of the biggest cultural footprints in all of musical theatre! Skeptical? Join us to explore the stars, songs, and union rallies of this now rarely produced classic with actor Jonathan Chisolm as well as the Western Vice President of Actors Equity Association, Doug Carfrae. Pull on those pajamas and enjoy!Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jschisolm22 and Twitter @jschisolm22 and learn more about Actors Equity Association at https://www.actorsequity.org/Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus episodes. And while you're at it, drop by our TeePublic Store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE PAJAMA GAME is a silly, melodic and "scandalous" musical that has one of the biggest cultural footprints in all of musical theatre! Skeptical? Join us to explore the stars, songs, and union rallies of this now rarely produced classic with actor Jonathan Chisolm as well as the Western Vice President of Actors Equity Association, Doug Carfrae. Pull on those pajamas and enjoy!

Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jschisolm22 and Twitter @jschisolm22 and learn more about Actors Equity Association at https://www.actorsequity.org/

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]]> 4704 yes EVITA with Javier Manente EVITA features one of the most complex musical scores and real-life characters in all of theatre. But how much do we musical fans really know about Eva Duarte de Peron? Joining us this week to talk about this mega musical is Javier Manente, a talented musical theatre performer who just so happens to be born and raised in Argentina, the country she never wanted to see cry. Get ready for a fun conversation that will increase admiration for a fascinating chapter of the world's history. Follow Javier on Instagram @javiermanente and Twitter @javiermanente   For more about the creation of EVITA the musical, check out: Unmasked by Andrew Lloyd Webber Patti LuPone: A Memoir by Patti LuPone Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and check out our TeePublic Store for great designs for a great cause: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS! Thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000 EVITA with Javier Manente full 1 63 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Javier Manente discuss the musical EVITA (music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, book & lyrics by Tim Rice) EVITA features one of the most complex musical scores and real-life characters in all of theatre. But how much do we musical fans really know about Eva Duarte de Peron? Joining us this week to talk about this mega musical is Javier Manente, a talented musical theatre performer who just so happens to be born and raised in Argentina, the country she never wanted to see cry. Get ready for a fun conversation that will increase admiration for a fascinating chapter of the world's history. Follow Javier on Instagram @javiermanente and Twitter @javiermanente   For more about the creation of EVITA the musical, check out: Unmasked by Andrew Lloyd Webber Patti LuPone: A Memoir by Patti LuPone Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and check out our TeePublic Store for great designs for a great cause: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS! Thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices EVITA features one of the most complex musical scores and real-life characters in all of theatre. But how much do we musical fans really know about Eva Duarte de Peron? Joining us this week to talk about this mega musical is Javier Manente, a talented musical theatre performer who just so happens to be born and raised in Argentina, the country she never wanted to see cry. Get ready for a fun conversation that will increase admiration for a fascinating chapter of the world's history.


Follow Javier on Instagram @javiermanente and Twitter @javiermanente

 

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]]> 3940 no A CHORUS LINE with Caitlin Carter, Steven Hack, J Elaine Marcos, & Eddie Gutierrez An epic show deserves an epic episode. To honor the groundbreaking musical A CHORUS LINE, we welcome four dancers, all with unique experiences "on the line" to continue the show's legacy of spotlighting what they do for love. Thank you, Caitlin Carter (Original Revival Cast of CHICAGO), Steven Hack (Original Cast of CATS), J Elaine Marcos (Broadway's ANNIE and THE WEDDING SINGER), and Eddie Gutierrez (A CHORUS LINE at City Center) for making this episode funny, touching, educational, and of course, entertaining. Without further ado... A FIVE, SIX, SEVEN, EIGHT! Be sure to check out our amazing guests: Caitlin Carter- After working alongside Ann Reinking during CHICAGO, Caitlin is now a driving force at the Ann Reinking Scholarship Program https://offthelane.org/ann-reinking-scholarship-program/ Steven Hack- Check out Steven's website https://www.stevenhack.com/ and Instagram @stevenhackactor J Elaine Marcos- A guaranteed great follow on Twitter @jelainemarcos and Instagram @jelainemarcos Eddie Gutierrez- The future is now, so follow him on Instagram @eddie.ology Some of the resources we discussed in the episode: On The Line - The Creation of A CHORUS LINE A CHORUS LINE and the Musicals of Michael Bennett Every Little Step Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok for more great content. Subscribe to PATREON! for only one dollar to receive exclusive content each month. Visit our Teepublic Store for great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And if you want to be our hero, leave us a nice review. :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000 A CHORUS LINE with Caitlin Carter, Steven Hack, J Elaine Marcos, & Eddie Gutierrez full 1 62 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Caitlin Carter, Steven Hack, J Elaine Marcos, & Eddie Gutierrez discuss the musical A CHORUS LINE (music by Marvin Hamlisch, lyrics by Edward Kleban, book by James Kirkwood Jr & Nicholas Dante) An epic show deserves an epic episode. To honor the groundbreaking musical A CHORUS LINE, we welcome four dancers, all with unique experiences "on the line" to continue the show's legacy of spotlighting what they do for love. Thank you, Caitlin Carter (Original Revival Cast of CHICAGO), Steven Hack (Original Cast of CATS), J Elaine Marcos (Broadway's ANNIE and THE WEDDING SINGER), and Eddie Gutierrez (A CHORUS LINE at City Center) for making this episode funny, touching, educational, and of course, entertaining. Without further ado... A FIVE, SIX, SEVEN, EIGHT! Be sure to check out our amazing guests: Caitlin Carter- After working alongside Ann Reinking during CHICAGO, Caitlin is now a driving force at the Ann Reinking Scholarship Program https://offthelane.org/ann-reinking-scholarship-program/ Steven Hack- Check out Steven's website https://www.stevenhack.com/ and Instagram @stevenhackactor J Elaine Marcos- A guaranteed great follow on Twitter @jelainemarcos and Instagram @jelainemarcos Eddie Gutierrez- The future is now, so follow him on Instagram @eddie.ology Some of the resources we discussed in the episode: On The Line - The Creation of A CHORUS LINE A CHORUS LINE and the Musicals of Michael Bennett Every Little Step Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok for more great content. Subscribe to PATREON! for only one dollar to receive exclusive content each month. Visit our Teepublic Store for great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And if you want to be our hero, leave us a nice review. :) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices An epic show deserves an epic episode. To honor the groundbreaking musical A CHORUS LINE, we welcome four dancers, all with unique experiences "on the line" to continue the show's legacy of spotlighting what they do for love. Thank you, Caitlin Carter (Original Revival Cast of CHICAGO), Steven Hack (Original Cast of CATS), J Elaine Marcos (Broadway's ANNIE and THE WEDDING SINGER), and Eddie Gutierrez (A CHORUS LINE at City Center) for making this episode funny, touching, educational, and of course, entertaining. Without further ado... A FIVE, SIX, SEVEN, EIGHT!


Be sure to check out our amazing guests:


Some of the resources we discussed in the episode:


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]]> 7308 yes KINKY BOOTS with Sam Zeller In honor of Pride Month, we're gonna "raise you up" with an inspiring conversation about the hit musical KINKY BOOTS. Longtime cast member Sam Zeller joins us to share his personal stories of how this show has brought about change, his pretty amazing Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein impressions, and what happens when you wear the kinky boots a little too often.  To learn more about Sam, check out his website at https://samzeller.com Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! to get exclusive content and support the podcast. And stop by our TeePublic Store for great designs that go toward a great cause: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Here's the link to the very helpful NPR article about Gender Identity: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000 KINKY BOOTS with Sam Zeller full 1 61 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sam Zeller discuss the musical KINKY BOOTS (music & lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, book by Harvey Fierstein) In honor of Pride Month, we're gonna "raise you up" with an inspiring conversation about the hit musical KINKY BOOTS. Longtime cast member Sam Zeller joins us to share his personal stories of how this show has brought about change, his pretty amazing Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein impressions, and what happens when you wear the kinky boots a little too often.  To learn more about Sam, check out his website at https://samzeller.com Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Subscribe to PATREON! to get exclusive content and support the podcast. And stop by our TeePublic Store for great designs that go toward a great cause: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Here's the link to the very helpful NPR article about Gender Identity: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In honor of Pride Month, we're gonna "raise you up" with an inspiring conversation about the hit musical KINKY BOOTS. Longtime cast member Sam Zeller joins us to share his personal stories of how this show has brought about change, his pretty amazing Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein impressions, and what happens when you wear the kinky boots a little too often. 


To learn more about Sam, check out his website at https://samzeller.com


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]]> 4124 yes *Special Episode* COMMUNITY THEATRE with Nedra Pace It's your one freebie! This very special episode on the importance of Community Theatre was originally intended to only be available on PATREON! (www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast) While the entire conversation is still only available to PATREON! subscribers, this conversation is so touching, we had to make an edited version available to everyone that hasn't yet subscribed. Please enjoy this intimate conversation with Nedra Pace in Jeff's hometown community theatre. For all things to do with the Dee Pace Memorial Foundation: website: https://deepacefoundation.org instagram: @dee_pace_memorial_foundation facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeePaceMemorialFoundation Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. And stop by our TeePublic Store for great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000 *Special Episode* COMMUNITY THEATRE with Nedra Pace full 1 60 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Nedra Pace discuss the importance of Community Theatre, a excerpt from PATREON! It's your one freebie! This very special episode on the importance of Community Theatre was originally intended to only be available on PATREON! (www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast) While the entire conversation is still only available to PATREON! subscribers, this conversation is so touching, we had to make an edited version available to everyone that hasn't yet subscribed. Please enjoy this intimate conversation with Nedra Pace in Jeff's hometown community theatre. For all things to do with the Dee Pace Memorial Foundation: website: https://deepacefoundation.org instagram: @dee_pace_memorial_foundation facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeePaceMemorialFoundation Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. And stop by our TeePublic Store for great designs that benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's your one freebie! This very special episode on the importance of Community Theatre was originally intended to only be available on PATREON! (www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast) While the entire conversation is still only available to PATREON! subscribers, this conversation is so touching, we had to make an edited version available to everyone that hasn't yet subscribed. Please enjoy this intimate conversation with Nedra Pace in Jeff's hometown community theatre.


For all things to do with the Dee Pace Memorial Foundation:

website: https://deepacefoundation.org

instagram: @dee_pace_memorial_foundation

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]]> 2643 no ASSASSINS with Kila Packett There is no country in the world quite like the United States of America, and there is no musical in theatre history quite like ASSASSINS, a show that manages to be scary, hilarious, critical, and patriotic all at the same time. (Kinda like the USA itself.) Here to discuss it this week is actor, producer, and longtime Sondheim fan Kila Packett. So fire up your grill this Memorial Day weekend and enjoy as we explore these moments in world and theatre history while failing to avoid "assassin puns" in the process. Follow Kila on Instagram @postethnic and Twitter @kilapackett. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and get exclusive content. And if that wasn't enough... go shopping in our Tee Public Store, and the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. For more info on the process of writing ASSASSINS, check out this video featuring both Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29P7x4z6NXU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000 ASSASSINS with Kila Packett full 1 59 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kila Packett discuss the musical ASSASSINS (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by John Weidman) There is no country in the world quite like the United States of America, and there is no musical in theatre history quite like ASSASSINS, a show that manages to be scary, hilarious, critical, and patriotic all at the same time. (Kinda like the USA itself.) Here to discuss it this week is actor, producer, and longtime Sondheim fan Kila Packett. So fire up your grill this Memorial Day weekend and enjoy as we explore these moments in world and theatre history while failing to avoid "assassin puns" in the process. Follow Kila on Instagram @postethnic and Twitter @kilapackett. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and get exclusive content. And if that wasn't enough... go shopping in our Tee Public Store, and the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. For more info on the process of writing ASSASSINS, check out this video featuring both Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29P7x4z6NXU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There is no country in the world quite like the United States of America, and there is no musical in theatre history quite like ASSASSINS, a show that manages to be scary, hilarious, critical, and patriotic all at the same time. (Kinda like the USA itself.) Here to discuss it this week is actor, producer, and longtime Sondheim fan Kila Packett. So fire up your grill this Memorial Day weekend and enjoy as we explore these moments in world and theatre history while failing to avoid "assassin puns" in the process.


Follow Kila on Instagram @postethnic and Twitter @kilapackett.


Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and TikTok and be sure to subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month to support the show and get exclusive content. And if that wasn't enough... go shopping in our Tee Public Store, and the profits we receive will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


For more info on the process of writing ASSASSINS, check out this video featuring both Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29P7x4z6NXU


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]]> 4344 no CAMELOT with Jenny Lockwood "CAMELOT is not boring!" shouts this week's guest Jenny Lockwood on a daily basis. And you know, this episode proves her correct. Whether exploring the multiple hospital visits in its creation, the relevancy of its themes, or the way it's synonymous with one of history's great American tragedies, this musical is much more than "one brief shining moment." Let's all thank Jenny for convincing Jeff to cover it and enjoy what's left of our lusty month of May! Follow Jenny's love of vegetables and flower crowns on Instagram @lil.greenwitch and don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram as well. You can support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content for only $1 a month at PATREON! We're also making great content on TikTok and our TeePublic Store.  References for this Episode: Alan Jay Lerner's The Street Where I Live Our MY FAIR LADY Episode Our MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000 CAMELOT with Jenny Lockwood full 1 58 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jenny Lockwood discuss the musical CAMELOT (music by Frederick Loewe, lyrics & book by Alan Jay Lerner) "CAMELOT is not boring!" shouts this week's guest Jenny Lockwood on a daily basis. And you know, this episode proves her correct. Whether exploring the multiple hospital visits in its creation, the relevancy of its themes, or the way it's synonymous with one of history's great American tragedies, this musical is much more than "one brief shining moment." Let's all thank Jenny for convincing Jeff to cover it and enjoy what's left of our lusty month of May! Follow Jenny's love of vegetables and flower crowns on Instagram @lil.greenwitch and don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram as well. You can support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content for only $1 a month at PATREON! We're also making great content on TikTok and our TeePublic Store.  References for this Episode: Alan Jay Lerner's The Street Where I Live Our MY FAIR LADY Episode Our MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "CAMELOT is not boring!" shouts this week's guest Jenny Lockwood on a daily basis. And you know, this episode proves her correct. Whether exploring the multiple hospital visits in its creation, the relevancy of its themes, or the way it's synonymous with one of history's great American tragedies, this musical is much more than "one brief shining moment." Let's all thank Jenny for convincing Jeff to cover it and enjoy what's left of our lusty month of May!


Follow Jenny's love of vegetables and flower crowns on Instagram @lil.greenwitch and don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram as well. You can support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content for only $1 a month at PATREON! We're also making great content on TikTok and our TeePublic Store. 


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]]> 4791 no PATREON! by A Musical Theatre Podcast A Musical Theatre Podcast finally has a patreon, and in the grand tradition of classic musicals, we're calling it PATREON! (because you gotta have the exclamation point..) Listen to this mini episode to find out how you can keep the podcast thriving and, as a special thank you, gain access to exclusive content, all for only $1 a month. Join the Patreon Fam today! Join our Patreon fam for only $1 at http://www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast and don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter We've even got a TeePublic store!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000 PATREON! by A Musical Theatre Podcast trailer Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff introduces the all new PATREON! by "A Musical Theatre Podcast" A Musical Theatre Podcast finally has a patreon, and in the grand tradition of classic musicals, we're calling it PATREON! (because you gotta have the exclamation point..) Listen to this mini episode to find out how you can keep the podcast thriving and, as a special thank you, gain access to exclusive content, all for only $1 a month. Join the Patreon Fam today! Join our Patreon fam for only $1 at http://www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast and don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter We've even got a TeePublic store!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A Musical Theatre Podcast finally has a patreon, and in the grand tradition of classic musicals, we're calling it PATREON! (because you gotta have the exclamation point..) Listen to this mini episode to find out how you can keep the podcast thriving and, as a special thank you, gain access to exclusive content, all for only $1 a month. Join the Patreon Fam today!


Join our Patreon fam for only $1 at http://www.patreon.com/amusicalpodcast and don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter We've even got a TeePublic store!!!

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]]> 266 no NEXT TO NORMAL with Ryan Leslie Fisher The Pulitzer Prize-winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL is the perfect way to usher us into Mental Health Awareness Month. It also provides actor Ryan Leslie Fisher with the chance to join us and discuss its groundbreaking tone, his first time seeing it (drunk tears were involved), and his own "next to normal" family. Side note- We recommend you listen while consuming chocolate just like Jeff did while recording it. For more "light" on Mental Health Awareness, visit here Check out Ryan's YouTube channel Enemies of Dorothy as well as his TikTok character Dandy and Friends! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000 NEXT TO NORMAL with Ryan Leslie Fisher full 1 57 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ryan Leslie Fisher discuss the musical NEXT TO NORMAL (music by Tom Kitt, lyrics & book by Brian Yorkey) The Pulitzer Prize-winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL is the perfect way to usher us into Mental Health Awareness Month. It also provides actor Ryan Leslie Fisher with the chance to join us and discuss its groundbreaking tone, his first time seeing it (drunk tears were involved), and his own "next to normal" family. Side note- We recommend you listen while consuming chocolate just like Jeff did while recording it. For more "light" on Mental Health Awareness, visit here Check out Ryan's YouTube channel Enemies of Dorothy as well as his TikTok character Dandy and Friends! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The Pulitzer Prize-winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL is the perfect way to usher us into Mental Health Awareness Month. It also provides actor Ryan Leslie Fisher with the chance to join us and discuss its groundbreaking tone, his first time seeing it (drunk tears were involved), and his own "next to normal" family. Side note- We recommend you listen while consuming chocolate just like Jeff did while recording it.


For more "light" on Mental Health Awareness, visit here


Check out Ryan's YouTube channel Enemies of Dorothy as well as his TikTok character Dandy and Friends!


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]]> 4491 yes CITY OF ANGELS with Jill Gold and David Zippel Not only do we get to celebrate one of the great musicals of the 1990s with someone who ran it, we also get to do it with someone who wrote it! Production Stage Manager Jill Gold and the musical's Tony-winning lyricist David Zippel join us this week to talk about the uber clever CITY OF ANGELS. Between giving much deserved love to stage management teams and sharing in the love that went into creating this complex musical, this episode is guaranteed to get you excited about going back to the theatre. Jill Gold is on Instagram and her book on stage management can be previewed here! Be on the lookout for the newest edition later this year! David Zippel is on Twitter and be sure to check out his latest musical CINDERELLA with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Emerald Fennell, coming to the West End this Summer! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 11 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000 CITY OF ANGELS with Jill Gold and David Zippel full 1 56 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jill Gold (with special appearance by David Zippel) discuss the musical CITY OF ANGELS (music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by David Zippel, book by Larry Gelbart) Not only do we get to celebrate one of the great musicals of the 1990s with someone who ran it, we also get to do it with someone who wrote it! Production Stage Manager Jill Gold and the musical's Tony-winning lyricist David Zippel join us this week to talk about the uber clever CITY OF ANGELS. Between giving much deserved love to stage management teams and sharing in the love that went into creating this complex musical, this episode is guaranteed to get you excited about going back to the theatre. Jill Gold is on Instagram and her book on stage management can be previewed here! Be on the lookout for the newest edition later this year! David Zippel is on Twitter and be sure to check out his latest musical CINDERELLA with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Emerald Fennell, coming to the West End this Summer! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Not only do we get to celebrate one of the great musicals of the 1990s with someone who ran it, we also get to do it with someone who wrote it! Production Stage Manager Jill Gold and the musical's Tony-winning lyricist David Zippel join us this week to talk about the uber clever CITY OF ANGELS. Between giving much deserved love to stage management teams and sharing in the love that went into creating this complex musical, this episode is guaranteed to get you excited about going back to the theatre.


Jill Gold is on Instagram and her book on stage management can be previewed here! Be on the lookout for the newest edition later this year!


David Zippel is on Twitter and be sure to check out his latest musical CINDERELLA with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Emerald Fennell, coming to the West End this Summer!


Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 5216 no CHICAGO with Corey Wright It's the musical that's on everybody's lips, and it only took 30 years for it to get there. This week we welcome performer, writer, and choreographer Corey Wright to discuss everything from his love of Fosse to meeting John Kander in Peru. In other words, "all the things we hold near and dear to our hearts." It's our episode dedicated to CHICAGO... and all that jazz. Keep up with Corey Wright on Twitter Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0000 CHICAGO with Corey Wright full 1 55 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Corey Wright discuss CHICAGO (music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Fred Ebb & Bob Fosse) It's the musical that's on everybody's lips, and it only took 30 years for it to get there. This week we welcome performer, writer, and choreographer Corey Wright to discuss everything from his love of Fosse to meeting John Kander in Peru. In other words, "all the things we hold near and dear to our hearts." It's our episode dedicated to CHICAGO... and all that jazz. Keep up with Corey Wright on Twitter Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's the musical that's on everybody's lips, and it only took 30 years for it to get there. This week we welcome performer, writer, and choreographer Corey Wright to discuss everything from his love of Fosse to meeting John Kander in Peru. In other words, "all the things we hold near and dear to our hearts." It's our episode dedicated to CHICAGO... and all that jazz.


Keep up with Corey Wright on Twitter


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]]> 4864 yes THE DROWSY CHAPERONE with Ken Werther THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is a love letter to musical theatre known for being sweet, goofy, and controversial. Joining us this week to discuss this listener request is someone proud to have been called all of those words at one point or another in his career... publicist extraordinaire Ken Werther! Tune in to enjoy all the little "bluebirds" this creatively original musical provides. To stay in touch with Ken, be sure to follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 07 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0000 THE DROWSY CHAPERONE with Ken Werther full 1 54 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ken Werther discuss the musical THE DROWSY CHAPERONE (music & lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison, book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar) THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is a love letter to musical theatre known for being sweet, goofy, and controversial. Joining us this week to discuss this listener request is someone proud to have been called all of those words at one point or another in his career... publicist extraordinaire Ken Werther! Tune in to enjoy all the little "bluebirds" this creatively original musical provides. To stay in touch with Ken, be sure to follow him on Twitter and Instagram. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE DROWSY CHAPERONE is a love letter to musical theatre known for being sweet, goofy, and controversial. Joining us this week to discuss this listener request is someone proud to have been called all of those words at one point or another in his career... publicist extraordinaire Ken Werther! Tune in to enjoy all the little "bluebirds" this creatively original musical provides.


To stay in touch with Ken, be sure to follow him on Twitter and Instagram.


Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 4299 no PLAY ON! with Yvette Cason This week we're celebrating Black artists in musical theatre, just like the delightful musical PLAY ON! Join us as we welcome original Broadway cast member (and "Beyonce's mom") Yvette Cason to discuss this gone too soon musical that not only introduced teenage Jeff to her incredible talents (this woman can SING!) but also the legendary work of Duke Ellington and many others. *Warning- you may want to take notes, so you'll remember which YouTube rabbit hole to go down first! If you're interested in the Original Cast Album of PLAY ON! you can find it here on Amazon. The podcast Yvette mentions with her PLAY ON! castmate Angela Robinson is a live Instagram conversation called ARTIST TALK. Be sure to follow all things Yvette Cason on her Instagram and Twitter!  Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0000 PLAY ON! with Yvette Cason full 1 53 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Yvette Cason discuss the musical PLAY ON! (book by Cheryl L. West and featuring the music of Duke Ellington) This week we're celebrating Black artists in musical theatre, just like the delightful musical PLAY ON! Join us as we welcome original Broadway cast member (and "Beyonce's mom") Yvette Cason to discuss this gone too soon musical that not only introduced teenage Jeff to her incredible talents (this woman can SING!) but also the legendary work of Duke Ellington and many others. *Warning- you may want to take notes, so you'll remember which YouTube rabbit hole to go down first! If you're interested in the Original Cast Album of PLAY ON! you can find it here on Amazon. The podcast Yvette mentions with her PLAY ON! castmate Angela Robinson is a live Instagram conversation called ARTIST TALK. Be sure to follow all things Yvette Cason on her Instagram and Twitter!  Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're celebrating Black artists in musical theatre, just like the delightful musical PLAY ON! Join us as we welcome original Broadway cast member (and "Beyonce's mom") Yvette Cason to discuss this gone too soon musical that not only introduced teenage Jeff to her incredible talents (this woman can SING!) but also the legendary work of Duke Ellington and many others. *Warning- you may want to take notes, so you'll remember which YouTube rabbit hole to go down first!


If you're interested in the Original Cast Album of PLAY ON! you can find it here on Amazon.


The podcast Yvette mentions with her PLAY ON! castmate Angela Robinson is a live Instagram conversation called ARTIST TALK.


Be sure to follow all things Yvette Cason on her Instagram and Twitter! 


Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.


Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community.

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]]> 3548 no BIG FISH with Jeff Whiting BIG FISH is an American myth of a musical whose audience continues to grow just like the tall tales it celebrates. Joining us this week to discuss all things fathers, sons, and Susan Stroman is her "what if" guy: the original Associate Director for the Broadway production, Jeff Whiting! Together, Jeff and Jeff will take you through the emotional journey of this beautiful story and laugh at all the ridiculousness along the way. PS- Just wait until you hear what Joan Rivers said backstage after the show... To learn more about the busiest man in musical theatre, visit Jeff Whiting's website at https://jeffwhiting.com and follow him on Instagram. For more information about "The Singer's Mask," visit https://www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 07 Feb 2021 11:00:00 -0000 BIG FISH with Jeff Whiting full 1 52 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jeff Whiting discuss the musical BIG FISH (music & lyrics by Andrew Lippa, book by John August) BIG FISH is an American myth of a musical whose audience continues to grow just like the tall tales it celebrates. Joining us this week to discuss all things fathers, sons, and Susan Stroman is her "what if" guy: the original Associate Director for the Broadway production, Jeff Whiting! Together, Jeff and Jeff will take you through the emotional journey of this beautiful story and laugh at all the ridiculousness along the way. PS- Just wait until you hear what Joan Rivers said backstage after the show... To learn more about the busiest man in musical theatre, visit Jeff Whiting's website at https://jeffwhiting.com and follow him on Instagram. For more information about "The Singer's Mask," visit https://www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices BIG FISH is an American myth of a musical whose audience continues to grow just like the tall tales it celebrates. Joining us this week to discuss all things fathers, sons, and Susan Stroman is her "what if" guy: the original Associate Director for the Broadway production, Jeff Whiting! Together, Jeff and Jeff will take you through the emotional journey of this beautiful story and laugh at all the ridiculousness along the way. PS- Just wait until you hear what Joan Rivers said backstage after the show...


To learn more about the busiest man in musical theatre, visit Jeff Whiting's website at https://jeffwhiting.com and follow him on Instagram. For more information about "The Singer's Mask," visit https://www.broadwayreliefproject.com/singersmask


Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


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]]> 4452 no WEST SIDE STORY with Hector Guerrero WEST SIDE STORY might be the most important collaboration in all of musical theatre. There's no way to overstate its layers of storytelling and emotional relevance, but in this episode, we sure try. Join Jeff and director/choreographer Hector Guerrero as they celebrate the original artists behind this iconic show, explore what it means to be a "Shark" in a "Jet" world, and laugh at what happens at the end of the play when the gun doesn't work. To learn more about Hector, visit his website www.hectorguerrerodance.com and follow him on Instagram and Twitter Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0000 WEST SIDE STORY with Hector Guerrero full 1 51 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Hector Guerrero discuss the musical WEST SIDE STORY (music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Arthur Laurents) WEST SIDE STORY might be the most important collaboration in all of musical theatre. There's no way to overstate its layers of storytelling and emotional relevance, but in this episode, we sure try. Join Jeff and director/choreographer Hector Guerrero as they celebrate the original artists behind this iconic show, explore what it means to be a "Shark" in a "Jet" world, and laugh at what happens at the end of the play when the gun doesn't work. To learn more about Hector, visit his website www.hectorguerrerodance.com and follow him on Instagram and Twitter Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices WEST SIDE STORY might be the most important collaboration in all of musical theatre. There's no way to overstate its layers of storytelling and emotional relevance, but in this episode, we sure try. Join Jeff and director/choreographer Hector Guerrero as they celebrate the original artists behind this iconic show, explore what it means to be a "Shark" in a "Jet" world, and laugh at what happens at the end of the play when the gun doesn't work.


To learn more about Hector, visit his website www.hectorguerrerodance.com and follow him on Instagram and Twitter


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]]> 5470 yes SPECIAL 50TH EPISODE! We're celebrating our 50th episode this week with never before heard conversations with past guests including Glenn Rosenblum (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Ryan O'Connor (SUNSET BOULEVARD), Barbara Dixon (ANYTHING GOES), and Terron Brooks (THE LION KING). We've also got messages from listeners about what they've taken away from our first fifty, and new announcements from Jeff. Celebrate with us and thank you for being part of our podcast family! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 03 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0000 SPECIAL 50TH EPISODE! full 1 50 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff reveals some previously unreleased conversations from our first 50 episodes of "A Musical Theatre Podcast." We're celebrating our 50th episode this week with never before heard conversations with past guests including Glenn Rosenblum (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Ryan O'Connor (SUNSET BOULEVARD), Barbara Dixon (ANYTHING GOES), and Terron Brooks (THE LION KING). We've also got messages from listeners about what they've taken away from our first fifty, and new announcements from Jeff. Celebrate with us and thank you for being part of our podcast family! Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We're celebrating our 50th episode this week with never before heard conversations with past guests including Glenn Rosenblum (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), Ryan O'Connor (SUNSET BOULEVARD), Barbara Dixon (ANYTHING GOES), and Terron Brooks (THE LION KING). We've also got messages from listeners about what they've taken away from our first fifty, and new announcements from Jeff. Celebrate with us and thank you for being part of our podcast family!


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]]> 2130 no THE WILD PARTY & THE WILD PARTY with Julia Murney More than likely this New Year's Eve won't see many wild parties, so we're giving you two! In 2000, two different composers were inspired by the same 1920s poem of excess and epiphany and gave birth to two different musicals that shared a title, characters, and theatre season. Broadway star Julia Murney was the leading lady in Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY and has since worked closely with Michael John LaChiusa, who coincidentally wrote his own THE WILD PARTY. She's the ideal guest for this very special episode, and we're honored to have her, so please enjoy responsibly. Also, be sure to follow all things Julia on Instagram and Twitter. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0000 THE WILD PARTY & THE WILD PARTY with Julia Murney full 1 49 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Julia Murney discuss the musicals THE WILD PARTY (music, lyrics, & book by Michael John LaChiusa, music, lyrics, & book by Andrew Lippa) More than likely this New Year's Eve won't see many wild parties, so we're giving you two! In 2000, two different composers were inspired by the same 1920s poem of excess and epiphany and gave birth to two different musicals that shared a title, characters, and theatre season. Broadway star Julia Murney was the leading lady in Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY and has since worked closely with Michael John LaChiusa, who coincidentally wrote his own THE WILD PARTY. She's the ideal guest for this very special episode, and we're honored to have her, so please enjoy responsibly. Also, be sure to follow all things Julia on Instagram and Twitter. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices More than likely this New Year's Eve won't see many wild parties, so we're giving you two! In 2000, two different composers were inspired by the same 1920s poem of excess and epiphany and gave birth to two different musicals that shared a title, characters, and theatre season. Broadway star Julia Murney was the leading lady in Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY and has since worked closely with Michael John LaChiusa, who coincidentally wrote his own THE WILD PARTY. She's the ideal guest for this very special episode, and we're honored to have her, so please enjoy responsibly.


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]]> 3283 yes THE FANTASTICKS with Madison Claire Parks Deep in December it's nice to remember THE FANTASTICKS, an unusual little show that also happens to be the longest-running musical in the world. Join us as we talk to actress (and off-Broadway Luisa) Madison Claire Parks about musical allegories, musical families, and what it means to own our journeys and follow. ("follow, follow, follow, follow...") Learn about the Redhawk Native American Arts Council HERE!  To find out "much more" about Maddy, visit her website https://madisonclaireparks.com and follow her on Instagram.  Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0000 THE FANTASTICKS with Madison Claire Parks full 1 48 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Madison Claire Parks discuss the musical THE FANTASTICKS (music by Harvey Schmidt, lyrics & book by Tom Jones) Deep in December it's nice to remember THE FANTASTICKS, an unusual little show that also happens to be the longest-running musical in the world. Join us as we talk to actress (and off-Broadway Luisa) Madison Claire Parks about musical allegories, musical families, and what it means to own our journeys and follow. ("follow, follow, follow, follow...") Learn about the Redhawk Native American Arts Council HERE!  To find out "much more" about Maddy, visit her website https://madisonclaireparks.com and follow her on Instagram.  Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Deep in December it's nice to remember THE FANTASTICKS, an unusual little show that also happens to be the longest-running musical in the world. Join us as we talk to actress (and off-Broadway Luisa) Madison Claire Parks about musical allegories, musical families, and what it means to own our journeys and follow. ("follow, follow, follow, follow...")


Learn about the Redhawk Native American Arts Council HERE! 


To find out "much more" about Maddy, visit her website https://madisonclaireparks.com and follow her on Instagram. 


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]]> 4527 yes CINDERELLA with Sadie Bowman The history of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is a testament to taking musical theatre to new places and making the impossible possible. Who better then to discuss this musical than an innovator like musical theatre writer/performer/educator Sadie Bowman! Join us this week as we discuss the parallels and pitfalls of a very famous fairy tale and the way it evolved from 1957 TV creation to a 2013 Broadway revival. Here are the promised links to references in the episode: The Uses of Enchantment by Bruno Bettelheim An Oral History of 1997's CINDERELLA Be sure to follow Sadie's theatre company at www.matheatre.com and on Instagram. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0000 CINDERELLA with Sadie Bowman full 1 47 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sadie Bowman discuss the musical CINDERELLA (music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, revised book by Douglas Carter Beane) The history of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is a testament to taking musical theatre to new places and making the impossible possible. Who better then to discuss this musical than an innovator like musical theatre writer/performer/educator Sadie Bowman! Join us this week as we discuss the parallels and pitfalls of a very famous fairy tale and the way it evolved from 1957 TV creation to a 2013 Broadway revival. Here are the promised links to references in the episode: The Uses of Enchantment by Bruno Bettelheim An Oral History of 1997's CINDERELLA Be sure to follow Sadie's theatre company at www.matheatre.com and on Instagram. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The history of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is a testament to taking musical theatre to new places and making the impossible possible. Who better then to discuss this musical than an innovator like musical theatre writer/performer/educator Sadie Bowman! Join us this week as we discuss the parallels and pitfalls of a very famous fairy tale and the way it evolved from 1957 TV creation to a 2013 Broadway revival.


Here are the promised links to references in the episode:

The Uses of Enchantment by Bruno Bettelheim

An Oral History of 1997's CINDERELLA


Be sure to follow Sadie's theatre company at www.matheatre.com and on Instagram.


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]]> 4535 no SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK with Andrew Madsen The creative team of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK often referred to their musical as a "rock & roll circus drama," but there's no way they knew how accurate a description that would become. This week Jeff is joined by his incredibly talented friend Andrew Madsen to discuss the strangest creative journey that ever got to Broadway, stayed for three years, and still managed to be considered a failure. Get ready to "rise above!" Follow Andrew on Instagram for plenty of eye candy and workout inspiration. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0000 SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK with Andrew Madsen full 1 46 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Andrew Madsen discuss the musical SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK (music & lyrics by Bono and the Edge, book by Julie Taymor, Glen Berger, & Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa) The creative team of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK often referred to their musical as a "rock & roll circus drama," but there's no way they knew how accurate a description that would become. This week Jeff is joined by his incredibly talented friend Andrew Madsen to discuss the strangest creative journey that ever got to Broadway, stayed for three years, and still managed to be considered a failure. Get ready to "rise above!" Follow Andrew on Instagram for plenty of eye candy and workout inspiration. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The creative team of SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK often referred to their musical as a "rock & roll circus drama," but there's no way they knew how accurate a description that would become. This week Jeff is joined by his incredibly talented friend Andrew Madsen to discuss the strangest creative journey that ever got to Broadway, stayed for three years, and still managed to be considered a failure. Get ready to "rise above!"


Follow Andrew on Instagram for plenty of eye candy and workout inspiration.


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]]> 4140 no THE LION KING with Terron Brooks Disney’s theatre landmark THE LION KING celebrates the great circle of life in all its ups and downs. This week we welcome recording artist, and Broadway Simba, Terron Brooks to celebrate the circle of life within this stunning show. Who are the artists that brought it to life, and what does it require of its performers to make it one of the longest-running musicals in history? Click here to follow Terron on Facebook and Instagram to see and hear everything he's creating for the world. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0000 THE LION KING with Terron Brooks full 1 45 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Terron Brooks discuss the musical THE LION KING (music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi, additional material by many more) Disney’s theatre landmark THE LION KING celebrates the great circle of life in all its ups and downs. This week we welcome recording artist, and Broadway Simba, Terron Brooks to celebrate the circle of life within this stunning show. Who are the artists that brought it to life, and what does it require of its performers to make it one of the longest-running musicals in history? Click here to follow Terron on Facebook and Instagram to see and hear everything he's creating for the world. Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Disney’s theatre landmark THE LION KING celebrates the great circle of life in all its ups and downs. This week we welcome recording artist, and Broadway Simba, Terron Brooks to celebrate the circle of life within this stunning show. Who are the artists that brought it to life, and what does it require of its performers to make it one of the longest-running musicals in history?


Click here to follow Terron on Facebook and Instagram to see and hear everything he's creating for the world.


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]]> 4256 no HAIRSPRAY with Sabrina Sloan It's fun, irreverent, endlessly melodic, and more profound than you might think. HAIRSPRAY is a new classic in musical theatre, and our guest to discuss it this week is Broadway cast member Sabrina Sloan (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, HAMILTON). We also enjoy a visit with listener Jonathan Chisolm! Get ready for stories galore, followed by an uncontrollable desire to revisit the score.  Be sure to follow Sabrina on Instagram at @sabrinasloannyc to listen to some pretty amazing singing and enjoy how incredible she looks in her Angelica costume.   Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0000 HAIRSPRAY with Sabrina Sloan full 1 44 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sabrina Sloan discuss the musical HAIRSPRAY (music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan) It's fun, irreverent, endlessly melodic, and more profound than you might think. HAIRSPRAY is a new classic in musical theatre, and our guest to discuss it this week is Broadway cast member Sabrina Sloan (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, HAMILTON). We also enjoy a visit with listener Jonathan Chisolm! Get ready for stories galore, followed by an uncontrollable desire to revisit the score.  Be sure to follow Sabrina on Instagram at @sabrinasloannyc to listen to some pretty amazing singing and enjoy how incredible she looks in her Angelica costume.   Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's fun, irreverent, endlessly melodic, and more profound than you might think. HAIRSPRAY is a new classic in musical theatre, and our guest to discuss it this week is Broadway cast member Sabrina Sloan (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, HAMILTON). We also enjoy a visit with listener Jonathan Chisolm! Get ready for stories galore, followed by an uncontrollable desire to revisit the score. 


Be sure to follow Sabrina on Instagram at @sabrinasloannyc to listen to some pretty amazing singing and enjoy how incredible she looks in her Angelica costume.  


Take one moment to rate and follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


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]]> 3854 no CHESS with Michael Gordon Shapiro Wasn't it Oscar Hammerstein II who remarked, "Nothing says musical theatre quite like a quiet board game and the Cold War?" Maybe not, but this week composer Michael Gordon Shapiro joins us to discuss the musical that tried it anyway. Get your ABBA on and join us for a look at the incredibly electric CHESS, a show from the 1980s that shouldn't work, might not work, and yet has a bigger cultural footprint than many shows that do. Take a look at Michael's career by visiting http://mikemusic.com as well as his family friendly musical "Gideon and the Blundersnorp" on Instagram at @gideonandtheblundersnorp. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0000 CHESS with Michael Gordon Shapiro full 1 43 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Michael Gordon Shapiro discuss the musical CHESS (music by Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus, lyrics by Ulvaeus & Tim Rice, book by Rice) Wasn't it Oscar Hammerstein II who remarked, "Nothing says musical theatre quite like a quiet board game and the Cold War?" Maybe not, but this week composer Michael Gordon Shapiro joins us to discuss the musical that tried it anyway. Get your ABBA on and join us for a look at the incredibly electric CHESS, a show from the 1980s that shouldn't work, might not work, and yet has a bigger cultural footprint than many shows that do. Take a look at Michael's career by visiting http://mikemusic.com as well as his family friendly musical "Gideon and the Blundersnorp" on Instagram at @gideonandtheblundersnorp. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wasn't it Oscar Hammerstein II who remarked, "Nothing says musical theatre quite like a quiet board game and the Cold War?" Maybe not, but this week composer Michael Gordon Shapiro joins us to discuss the musical that tried it anyway. Get your ABBA on and join us for a look at the incredibly electric CHESS, a show from the 1980s that shouldn't work, might not work, and yet has a bigger cultural footprint than many shows that do.


Take a look at Michael's career by visiting http://mikemusic.com as well as his family friendly musical "Gideon and the Blundersnorp" on Instagram at @gideonandtheblundersnorp.


Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


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]]> 3889 no YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN with Julie Cohen Theobald This week's episode is dedicated to a musical about kids, so we have a guest who happens to be an expert on musical theatre and kids! Julie Cohen Theobald is the Executive Director of the Educational Theatre Association, a non-profit celebrating over 90 years of creating theatre curriculum for kids in their educational settings. Together, we discuss the joys of discovering theatre while being a child and the joys of playing a child in the Peanuts gang musical gem: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. To learn more about the Educational Theatre Association, International Thespian Society, and accompanying Foundation, visit https://educationaltheatrefoundation.org/ You can also follow them on Instagram @schooltheatre @thespiansociety and @edtfoundation. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 08 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0000 YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN with Julie Cohen Theobald full 1 42 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Julie Cohen Theobald discuss the musical YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN (music & lyrics by Clark Gesner, book by John Gordon) This week's episode is dedicated to a musical about kids, so we have a guest who happens to be an expert on musical theatre and kids! Julie Cohen Theobald is the Executive Director of the Educational Theatre Association, a non-profit celebrating over 90 years of creating theatre curriculum for kids in their educational settings. Together, we discuss the joys of discovering theatre while being a child and the joys of playing a child in the Peanuts gang musical gem: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. To learn more about the Educational Theatre Association, International Thespian Society, and accompanying Foundation, visit https://educationaltheatrefoundation.org/ You can also follow them on Instagram @schooltheatre @thespiansociety and @edtfoundation. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week's episode is dedicated to a musical about kids, so we have a guest who happens to be an expert on musical theatre and kids! Julie Cohen Theobald is the Executive Director of the Educational Theatre Association, a non-profit celebrating over 90 years of creating theatre curriculum for kids in their educational settings. Together, we discuss the joys of discovering theatre while being a child and the joys of playing a child in the Peanuts gang musical gem: YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN.


To learn more about the Educational Theatre Association, International Thespian Society, and accompanying Foundation, visit https://educationaltheatrefoundation.org/ You can also follow them on Instagram @schooltheatre @thespiansociety and @edtfoundation.


Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


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]]> 3500 no GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES with My Little Tonys Podcast Few musicals have left a singular cultural imprint quite like the song "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend" from the zany 1949 musical GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES. Whether associated with Carol Channing, Marilyn Monroe, or anyone else, this iconic piece of musical theatre is a fascinating window into our history, both past and present. Join us this week as we welcome Tim and Anna from "My Little Tonys Podcast" to talk about musical theatre, musical films, and the woman whose name you must remember: Anita Loos. Be sure to listen to "My Little Tonys Podcast," available wherever you're reading this! Follow Anna and Tim on Instagram @mylittletonys Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0000 GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES with My Little Tonys Podcast full 1 41 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Tim & Anna from My Little Tonys Podcast discuss the musical GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES (music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Leo Rubin, book by Joseph Fields & Anita Loos) Few musicals have left a singular cultural imprint quite like the song "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend" from the zany 1949 musical GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES. Whether associated with Carol Channing, Marilyn Monroe, or anyone else, this iconic piece of musical theatre is a fascinating window into our history, both past and present. Join us this week as we welcome Tim and Anna from "My Little Tonys Podcast" to talk about musical theatre, musical films, and the woman whose name you must remember: Anita Loos. Be sure to listen to "My Little Tonys Podcast," available wherever you're reading this! Follow Anna and Tim on Instagram @mylittletonys Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Few musicals have left a singular cultural imprint quite like the song "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend" from the zany 1949 musical GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES. Whether associated with Carol Channing, Marilyn Monroe, or anyone else, this iconic piece of musical theatre is a fascinating window into our history, both past and present. Join us this week as we welcome Tim and Anna from "My Little Tonys Podcast" to talk about musical theatre, musical films, and the woman whose name you must remember: Anita Loos.


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]]> 3849 no MATILDA with Cassie Silva MATILDA (aka the rubik's cube) is an intricately crafted show put together by geniuses about a genius. And once you hear this week's guest Cassie Silva (Broadway and 1st National Tour "Mrs Wormwood") explain why, you'll be a believer. Enjoy our journey through the world of Roald Dahl, childhood journals, and "British accents for American audiences." Follow Cassie on Instagram @cassiemsilva for a daily dose of gratitude and fierceness. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 25 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0000 MATILDA with Cassie Silva full 1 40 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Cassie Silva discuss the musical MATILDA (music & lyrics by Tim Minchin, book by Dennis Kelly) MATILDA (aka the rubik's cube) is an intricately crafted show put together by geniuses about a genius. And once you hear this week's guest Cassie Silva (Broadway and 1st National Tour "Mrs Wormwood") explain why, you'll be a believer. Enjoy our journey through the world of Roald Dahl, childhood journals, and "British accents for American audiences." Follow Cassie on Instagram @cassiemsilva for a daily dose of gratitude and fierceness. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices MATILDA (aka the rubik's cube) is an intricately crafted show put together by geniuses about a genius. And once you hear this week's guest Cassie Silva (Broadway and 1st National Tour "Mrs Wormwood") explain why, you'll be a believer. Enjoy our journey through the world of Roald Dahl, childhood journals, and "British accents for American audiences."


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]]> 4901 no CONTACT with Karen Ziemba The musical CONTACT may be one of the most controversial Tony Award winners of all time, but Karen Ziemba is one of the most gracious and deserving. A musical theatre triple threat with incredible work ethic, true vulnerability, and a dazzling smile, we are honored she joined us this week to discuss the very special show that brought her so much acclaim. Along the way, we talk about her many collaborations with Susan Stroman and the real importance of dance in musical theatre. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 11 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0000 CONTACT with Karen Ziemba full 1 39 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Karen Ziemba discuss the musical CONTACT (score by various, book by John Weidman) The musical CONTACT may be one of the most controversial Tony Award winners of all time, but Karen Ziemba is one of the most gracious and deserving. A musical theatre triple threat with incredible work ethic, true vulnerability, and a dazzling smile, we are honored she joined us this week to discuss the very special show that brought her so much acclaim. Along the way, we talk about her many collaborations with Susan Stroman and the real importance of dance in musical theatre. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The musical CONTACT may be one of the most controversial Tony Award winners of all time, but Karen Ziemba is one of the most gracious and deserving. A musical theatre triple threat with incredible work ethic, true vulnerability, and a dazzling smile, we are honored she joined us this week to discuss the very special show that brought her so much acclaim. Along the way, we talk about her many collaborations with Susan Stroman and the real importance of dance in musical theatre.


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]]> 3416 no MY FAIR LADY with Bottomless Broadway Ten years ago, we would have said MY FAIR LADY is a musical that will be produced forever: iconic characters, a legendary score and source material. But now has that all changed? This week we're joined by Cindy & Christine from the Bottomless Broadway podcast to discuss rom com makeovers, gender politics, and of course, "quan" Julie Andrews.  For more Cindy & Christine, subscribe to Bottomless Broadway and follow them on Instagram and Twitter at @bottomlessbway. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 04 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0000 MY FAIR LADY with Bottomless Broadway full 1 38 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Cindy & Christine discuss the musical MY FAIR LADY (music by Frederick Lowe, lyrics & book by Alan Jay Lerner) Ten years ago, we would have said MY FAIR LADY is a musical that will be produced forever: iconic characters, a legendary score and source material. But now has that all changed? This week we're joined by Cindy & Christine from the Bottomless Broadway podcast to discuss rom com makeovers, gender politics, and of course, "quan" Julie Andrews.  For more Cindy & Christine, subscribe to Bottomless Broadway and follow them on Instagram and Twitter at @bottomlessbway. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ten years ago, we would have said MY FAIR LADY is a musical that will be produced forever: iconic characters, a legendary score and source material. But now has that all changed? This week we're joined by Cindy & Christine from the Bottomless Broadway podcast to discuss rom com makeovers, gender politics, and of course, "quan" Julie Andrews. 


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]]> 4720 no SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE with Travis Leland & Michael John LaChiusa SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE may be a five person musical dealing with the existential crisis of objective truth, but it also has brought together one of our most exciting episodes. Not only do we have the charming and talented Travis Leland to discuss this wonderful show, we have the composer and writer himself: five time Tony nominated Michael John LaChiusa (HELLO AGAIN, THE WILD PARTY, MARIE CHRISTINE)! Join us as together we marvel Michael John's complex writing style and Idina Menzel's soft palette. Follow Travis on Instagram at @travisleland20 Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 27 Sep 2020 12:00:00 -0000 SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE with Travis Leland & Michael John LaChiusa full 1 37 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Travis Leland & Michael John LaChiusa discuss the musical SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE (music, lyrics, & book by Michael John LaChiusa) SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE may be a five person musical dealing with the existential crisis of objective truth, but it also has brought together one of our most exciting episodes. Not only do we have the charming and talented Travis Leland to discuss this wonderful show, we have the composer and writer himself: five time Tony nominated Michael John LaChiusa (HELLO AGAIN, THE WILD PARTY, MARIE CHRISTINE)! Join us as together we marvel Michael John's complex writing style and Idina Menzel's soft palette. Follow Travis on Instagram at @travisleland20 Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE may be a five person musical dealing with the existential crisis of objective truth, but it also has brought together one of our most exciting episodes. Not only do we have the charming and talented Travis Leland to discuss this wonderful show, we have the composer and writer himself: five time Tony nominated Michael John LaChiusa (HELLO AGAIN, THE WILD PARTY, MARIE CHRISTINE)! Join us as together we marvel Michael John's complex writing style and Idina Menzel's soft palette.


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]]> 3764 yes CABARET with Richard Israel "Wilkommen, bienvenue, and welcome" to the legendary musical that entertains you, slaps you across the face, and somehow makes you grateful for it. Award-winning director Richard Israel joins us to discuss the brilliance of Kander & Ebb's CABARET, the elegance of Joe Masteroff, and why this musical is a must in 2020. Enjoy a look at Richard's work by visiting https://richardisraeldirector.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 20 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0000 CABARET with Richard Israel full 1 36 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Richard Israel discuss the musical CABARET (music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, book by Joe Masteroff) "Wilkommen, bienvenue, and welcome" to the legendary musical that entertains you, slaps you across the face, and somehow makes you grateful for it. Award-winning director Richard Israel joins us to discuss the brilliance of Kander & Ebb's CABARET, the elegance of Joe Masteroff, and why this musical is a must in 2020. Enjoy a look at Richard's work by visiting https://richardisraeldirector.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "Wilkommen, bienvenue, and welcome" to the legendary musical that entertains you, slaps you across the face, and somehow makes you grateful for it. Award-winning director Richard Israel joins us to discuss the brilliance of Kander & Ebb's CABARET, the elegance of Joe Masteroff, and why this musical is a must in 2020.


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]]> 4411 no MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG with Jennifer Shelton "How did you get to be here?" That single question has always been the success and struggle of Stephen Sondheim's 1981 musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG. This week, actress and activist Jennifer Shelton joins us to discuss the musical's fascinating past, and what its unconventional style reveals about our past, present, and future. Take a deeper dive into Jen's career by visiting her website at http://jennifer-shelton.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 06 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0000 MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG with Jennifer Shelton full 1 35 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jennifer Shelton discuss the musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG (music & lyrics by Jennifer Shelton, book by George Furth) "How did you get to be here?" That single question has always been the success and struggle of Stephen Sondheim's 1981 musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG. This week, actress and activist Jennifer Shelton joins us to discuss the musical's fascinating past, and what its unconventional style reveals about our past, present, and future. Take a deeper dive into Jen's career by visiting her website at http://jennifer-shelton.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices "How did you get to be here?" That single question has always been the success and struggle of Stephen Sondheim's 1981 musical MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG. This week, actress and activist Jennifer Shelton joins us to discuss the musical's fascinating past, and what its unconventional style reveals about our past, present, and future.


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]]> 4472 no THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE with Jennifer Lin Can you spell the word... podcast? Yeah, too easy. You know what's not easy, though? William Finn music! Here to discuss the brilliance of him and the delightful THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is the equally delightful music director, Jennifer Lin. Get ready to delve into the quirky side of musical theatre with this conversation that we promise isn't "chimerical." Follow Jennifer Lin on Instagram @jen_lin Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 30 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0000 THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE with Jennifer Lin full 1 34 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jennifer Lin discuss the musical THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE (music & lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin) Can you spell the word... podcast? Yeah, too easy. You know what's not easy, though? William Finn music! Here to discuss the brilliance of him and the delightful THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is the equally delightful music director, Jennifer Lin. Get ready to delve into the quirky side of musical theatre with this conversation that we promise isn't "chimerical." Follow Jennifer Lin on Instagram @jen_lin Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Can you spell the word... podcast? Yeah, too easy. You know what's not easy, though? William Finn music! Here to discuss the brilliance of him and the delightful THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE is the equally delightful music director, Jennifer Lin. Get ready to delve into the quirky side of musical theatre with this conversation that we promise isn't "chimerical."


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]]> 4334 no ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon ANYTHING GOES is a legendary madcap musical from the 1930s, and thanks to actress Leah Sprecher, our guest to celebrate it this week is the equally legendary and madcap icon Broadway Barbara Dixon. You don't want to miss Barbara's unique and infamous perspective on her first love: Broadway! Follow Barbara on Instagram and TikTok at @broadwaybarbaraofficial You won't regret it! Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Aug 2020 11:00:00 -0000 ANYTHING GOES with Barbara Dixon full 1 33 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Broadway Barbara Dixon discuss the musical ANYTHING GOES (music & lyrics by Cole Porter, book by MANY) ANYTHING GOES is a legendary madcap musical from the 1930s, and thanks to actress Leah Sprecher, our guest to celebrate it this week is the equally legendary and madcap icon Broadway Barbara Dixon. You don't want to miss Barbara's unique and infamous perspective on her first love: Broadway! Follow Barbara on Instagram and TikTok at @broadwaybarbaraofficial You won't regret it! Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ANYTHING GOES is a legendary madcap musical from the 1930s, and thanks to actress Leah Sprecher, our guest to celebrate it this week is the equally legendary and madcap icon Broadway Barbara Dixon. You don't want to miss Barbara's unique and infamous perspective on her first love: Broadway!


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]]> 3430 yes THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with Jeff Rizzo Hooray for our "favorite son!" It's an election year, so this week we're covering THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with music director extraordinaire Jeff Rizzo. It's also a pretty great excuse for us to talk about musical theatre legends like Cy Coleman, Tommy Tune, and of course, the show stealing dogs in Act 1. This one isn't getting a revival anytime soon, so enjoy! Be sure to check out Jeff Rizzo's virtual choirs at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLbTjz06jXY Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0000 THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with Jeff Rizzo full 1 32 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jeff Rizzo discuss the musical THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES (music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, book by Peter Stone) Hooray for our "favorite son!" It's an election year, so this week we're covering THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with music director extraordinaire Jeff Rizzo. It's also a pretty great excuse for us to talk about musical theatre legends like Cy Coleman, Tommy Tune, and of course, the show stealing dogs in Act 1. This one isn't getting a revival anytime soon, so enjoy! Be sure to check out Jeff Rizzo's virtual choirs at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLbTjz06jXY Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hooray for our "favorite son!" It's an election year, so this week we're covering THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with music director extraordinaire Jeff Rizzo. It's also a pretty great excuse for us to talk about musical theatre legends like Cy Coleman, Tommy Tune, and of course, the show stealing dogs in Act 1. This one isn't getting a revival anytime soon, so enjoy!


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]]> 3483 no ONCE UPON A MATTRESS with Rena Strober There's nothing "shy" about this episode! ;) Actress Rena Strober joins us to shed a little love on the summer camp musical to end all summer camp musicals: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Carol Burnett, the Rodgers Dynasty, golden age comedy, and champagne bought with your unemployment insurance...this episode has it all.  Be sure to follow Rena on Twitter @renastrober and support her new album IMAGINE THAT! with the writers of Sesame Street. http://www.renastrober.bandcamp.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Aug 2020 11:00:00 -0000 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS with Rena Strober full 1 31 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rena Strober discuss the musical ONCE UPON A MATTRESS (music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, book by Jay Thompson, Marshall Barer, and Dean Fuller) There's nothing "shy" about this episode! ;) Actress Rena Strober joins us to shed a little love on the summer camp musical to end all summer camp musicals: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Carol Burnett, the Rodgers Dynasty, golden age comedy, and champagne bought with your unemployment insurance...this episode has it all.  Be sure to follow Rena on Twitter @renastrober and support her new album IMAGINE THAT! with the writers of Sesame Street. http://www.renastrober.bandcamp.com Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There's nothing "shy" about this episode! ;) Actress Rena Strober joins us to shed a little love on the summer camp musical to end all summer camp musicals: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Carol Burnett, the Rodgers Dynasty, golden age comedy, and champagne bought with your unemployment insurance...this episode has it all. 


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]]> 3634 no ALL SHOOK UP with Andre Myers Anybody in the mood to fall in love? If so, try following the simple recipe from ALL SHOOK UP... add Elvis. "C'mon Everybody" get ready to tune in and tune out with this week's episode as actor Andre Myers joins us to discuss jukebox musicals, this feel-good show's identity crisis on Broadway, the reason Andre stopped pursuing musical theatre, and why he still can't help falling in love with it. (See what we did there?) Follow Andre on Instagram at @princeadm to see his gorgeous photos and exciting projects. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -0000 ALL SHOOK UP with Andre Myers full 1 30 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Andre Myers discuss the musical ALL SHOOK UP (songs based on the catalog of Elvis Presley, book by Joe DiPietro) Anybody in the mood to fall in love? If so, try following the simple recipe from ALL SHOOK UP... add Elvis. "C'mon Everybody" get ready to tune in and tune out with this week's episode as actor Andre Myers joins us to discuss jukebox musicals, this feel-good show's identity crisis on Broadway, the reason Andre stopped pursuing musical theatre, and why he still can't help falling in love with it. (See what we did there?) Follow Andre on Instagram at @princeadm to see his gorgeous photos and exciting projects. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Anybody in the mood to fall in love? If so, try following the simple recipe from ALL SHOOK UP... add Elvis. "C'mon Everybody" get ready to tune in and tune out with this week's episode as actor Andre Myers joins us to discuss jukebox musicals, this feel-good show's identity crisis on Broadway, the reason Andre stopped pursuing musical theatre, and why he still can't help falling in love with it. (See what we did there?)


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]]> 3713 no THE GRAND TOUR with Jason Graae This week we take a ride through THE GRAND TOUR, ironically the biggest flop the king composer of optimism Jerry Herman ever had. Here to chat about it is the man Mr. Herman personally asked to star in it. Broadway vet Jason Graae joins us for a funny and heartfelt retrospective on one of the greatest writers in musical history and this largely forgotten show that quite possibly includes the most "Jerry-like" character he ever wrote. To follow all things Jason Graae, visit his website at jasongraae.com. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Jul 2020 11:00:00 -0000 THE GRAND TOUR with Jason Graae full 1 29 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jason Graae discuss the musical THE GRAND TOUR (music & lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble) This week we take a ride through THE GRAND TOUR, ironically the biggest flop the king composer of optimism Jerry Herman ever had. Here to chat about it is the man Mr. Herman personally asked to star in it. Broadway vet Jason Graae joins us for a funny and heartfelt retrospective on one of the greatest writers in musical history and this largely forgotten show that quite possibly includes the most "Jerry-like" character he ever wrote. To follow all things Jason Graae, visit his website at jasongraae.com. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we take a ride through THE GRAND TOUR, ironically the biggest flop the king composer of optimism Jerry Herman ever had. Here to chat about it is the man Mr. Herman personally asked to star in it. Broadway vet Jason Graae joins us for a funny and heartfelt retrospective on one of the greatest writers in musical history and this largely forgotten show that quite possibly includes the most "Jerry-like" character he ever wrote.


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]]> 3435 no THE LITTLE MERMAID with Chelsea Morgan Stock This week we get to be part of "her" world. Broadway Ariel, Chelsea Morgan Stock joins us for a conversation about the stage adaptation of Disney's game changing film THE LITTLE MERMAID. Tune in as Chelsea reveals the complexities of being an understudy, dancing in Heelys, and staging a certain villain's demise.    Be sure to follow Cheslea on Instagram @chelsmstock Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:00:00 -0000 THE LITTLE MERMAID with Chelsea Morgan Stock full 1 28 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Chelsea Morgan Stock discuss the musical THE LITTLE MERMAID (music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, book by Doug Wright) This week we get to be part of "her" world. Broadway Ariel, Chelsea Morgan Stock joins us for a conversation about the stage adaptation of Disney's game changing film THE LITTLE MERMAID. Tune in as Chelsea reveals the complexities of being an understudy, dancing in Heelys, and staging a certain villain's demise.    Be sure to follow Cheslea on Instagram @chelsmstock Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we get to be part of "her" world. Broadway Ariel, Chelsea Morgan Stock joins us for a conversation about the stage adaptation of Disney's game changing film THE LITTLE MERMAID. Tune in as Chelsea reveals the complexities of being an understudy, dancing in Heelys, and staging a certain villain's demise. 

 

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]]> 4627 no THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg THE BAND'S VISIT is one of the most sophisticated musicals in our relatively short musical theatre history, and yet, despite winning pretty much every award imaginable, it isn't talked about nearly enough. National Tour cast member Marc Ginsburg joins Jeff for a conversation about the joy, sadness, and phonetic pronunciations of this great addition to modern musical theatre. To follow all things Marc, check out Instagram @marc_ginsburg and Twitter @m_ginsburg. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 12 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0000 THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg full 1 27 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Marc Ginsburg discuss the musical THE BAND'S VISIT (music & lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Itamar Moses) THE BAND'S VISIT is one of the most sophisticated musicals in our relatively short musical theatre history, and yet, despite winning pretty much every award imaginable, it isn't talked about nearly enough. National Tour cast member Marc Ginsburg joins Jeff for a conversation about the joy, sadness, and phonetic pronunciations of this great addition to modern musical theatre. To follow all things Marc, check out Instagram @marc_ginsburg and Twitter @m_ginsburg. Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices THE BAND'S VISIT is one of the most sophisticated musicals in our relatively short musical theatre history, and yet, despite winning pretty much every award imaginable, it isn't talked about nearly enough. National Tour cast member Marc Ginsburg joins Jeff for a conversation about the joy, sadness, and phonetic pronunciations of this great addition to modern musical theatre.


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]]> 5130 no FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons Happy Pride Month Everyone! This week we're celebrating by covering a listener request and all around great musical FUN HOME with special guest Alyssa M Simmons. Join us for a personal conversation about this groundbreaking musical that, believe it or not, is actually more fun than a funeral home.  Be sure to follow Alyssa on Instagram @alyssamsimmons and check out her Star Wars podcast "Inside the Tauntaun." Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 21 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0000 FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons full 1 26 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Alyssa M Simmons discuss the musical FUN HOME (music & lyrics by Jeanine Tesori, book by Lisa Kron) Happy Pride Month Everyone! This week we're celebrating by covering a listener request and all around great musical FUN HOME with special guest Alyssa M Simmons. Join us for a personal conversation about this groundbreaking musical that, believe it or not, is actually more fun than a funeral home.  Be sure to follow Alyssa on Instagram @alyssamsimmons and check out her Star Wars podcast "Inside the Tauntaun." Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy Pride Month Everyone! This week we're celebrating by covering a listener request and all around great musical FUN HOME with special guest Alyssa M Simmons. Join us for a personal conversation about this groundbreaking musical that, believe it or not, is actually more fun than a funeral home. 


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]]> 4817 no SUNSET BOULEVARD with Ryan O'Connor In any discussion of the musical SUNSET BOULEVARD, the central piece of the conversation is inevitable: "Who is playing Norma Desmond? And who should be playing Norma Desmond?" To explore the ups and downs of that musical theatre "tradition," Jeff is joined this week by guest Ryan O'Connor. Together they journey the drama filled road that is now synonymous with this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. Warning- Beware of floor lamps. For all things caftans and Ryan, please follow him on Instagram @ryanoconnor81 Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0000 SUNSET BOULEVARD with Ryan O'Connor full 1 26 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Ryan O'Connor discuss the musical SUNSET BOULEVARD (music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics & book by Don Black and Christopher Hampton) In any discussion of the musical SUNSET BOULEVARD, the central piece of the conversation is inevitable: "Who is playing Norma Desmond? And who should be playing Norma Desmond?" To explore the ups and downs of that musical theatre "tradition," Jeff is joined this week by guest Ryan O'Connor. Together they journey the drama filled road that is now synonymous with this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. Warning- Beware of floor lamps. For all things caftans and Ryan, please follow him on Instagram @ryanoconnor81 Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In any discussion of the musical SUNSET BOULEVARD, the central piece of the conversation is inevitable: "Who is playing Norma Desmond? And who should be playing Norma Desmond?" To explore the ups and downs of that musical theatre "tradition," Jeff is joined this week by guest Ryan O'Connor. Together they journey the drama filled road that is now synonymous with this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. Warning- Beware of floor lamps.


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]]> 5112 no BLACK LIVES MATTER with Sharon Catherine Brown Amid the events of this past week, we felt the need to dedicate an episode of our podcast to the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement and specifically how it relates to musical theatre. Theatre/film/television actress Sharon Catherine Brown joins us for a conversation about her career that has broken through racial boundaries on Broadway and the toll it takes on the black artists willing to do it. After listening to the episode, reach out to us. How can we celebrate black lives in this art form? Who are some of your favorite black artists in musical theatre? Record a voice memo and/or email us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Sharon on Twitter @SharonCatBrown and Instagram @sharoncatherinebrown Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 07 Jun 2020 14:00:00 -0000 BLACK LIVES MATTER with Sharon Catherine Brown bonus 1 25 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and special guest Sharon Catherine Brown discuss the connection between our musical theatre history and the recent conversations of the racial reckoning in America. Amid the events of this past week, we felt the need to dedicate an episode of our podcast to the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement and specifically how it relates to musical theatre. Theatre/film/television actress Sharon Catherine Brown joins us for a conversation about her career that has broken through racial boundaries on Broadway and the toll it takes on the black artists willing to do it. After listening to the episode, reach out to us. How can we celebrate black lives in this art form? Who are some of your favorite black artists in musical theatre? Record a voice memo and/or email us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com.  Follow Sharon on Twitter @SharonCatBrown and Instagram @sharoncatherinebrown Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Amid the events of this past week, we felt the need to dedicate an episode of our podcast to the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement and specifically how it relates to musical theatre. Theatre/film/television actress Sharon Catherine Brown joins us for a conversation about her career that has broken through racial boundaries on Broadway and the toll it takes on the black artists willing to do it. After listening to the episode, reach out to us. How can we celebrate black lives in this art form? Who are some of your favorite black artists in musical theatre? Record a voice memo and/or email us at amusicalpodcast@gmail.com. 


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]]> 2919 yes THE PRINCE OF EGYPT with J Scott Lapp, Luke Brady, Christine Allado, and Philip LaZebnik This week we're covering a musical to help us all look forward to the future! THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, the new stage adaptation of the famed animated musical film had recently opened in the West End and was playing to sold out houses before closing due to the global pandemic. In this episode we talk with the show's associate director J Scott Lapp, its two stars Luke Brady and Christine Allado, and the writer of both the film and stage play, Philip LaZebnik. We all look forward to seeing their epic show as soon as possible, and in the meantime, we'll keep believing in miracles. Follow J Scott Lapp on Twitter and Instagram @jscottlapp Follow Luke Brady on Twitter @Lukebrady1990 and Instagram @lukebradyyy Follow Christine Allado on Twitter and Instagram @christineallado Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 31 May 2020 18:00:00 -0000 THE PRINCE OF EGYPT with J Scott Lapp, Luke Brady, Christine Allado, and Philip LaZebnik full 1 24 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests J Scott Lapp, Luke Brady, Christine Allado, and Philip LaZebnik discuss the musical THE PRINCE OF EGYPT (music & lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, book by Philip LaZebnik) This week we're covering a musical to help us all look forward to the future! THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, the new stage adaptation of the famed animated musical film had recently opened in the West End and was playing to sold out houses before closing due to the global pandemic. In this episode we talk with the show's associate director J Scott Lapp, its two stars Luke Brady and Christine Allado, and the writer of both the film and stage play, Philip LaZebnik. We all look forward to seeing their epic show as soon as possible, and in the meantime, we'll keep believing in miracles. Follow J Scott Lapp on Twitter and Instagram @jscottlapp Follow Luke Brady on Twitter @Lukebrady1990 and Instagram @lukebradyyy Follow Christine Allado on Twitter and Instagram @christineallado Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're covering a musical to help us all look forward to the future! THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, the new stage adaptation of the famed animated musical film had recently opened in the West End and was playing to sold out houses before closing due to the global pandemic. In this episode we talk with the show's associate director J Scott Lapp, its two stars Luke Brady and Christine Allado, and the writer of both the film and stage play, Philip LaZebnik. We all look forward to seeing their epic show as soon as possible, and in the meantime, we'll keep believing in miracles.


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]]> 5999 no FINDING NEVERLAND with Jon Pernisek What better time to delve into the musical FINDING NEVERLAND than when "the world is upside down?!" Guest, and host of "The Musical Man" podcast, Jon Pernisek joins us for a conversation about this unique show that has its heart in the right place... and then you remember Harvey Weinstein was behind it all. Not to worry, though, we also have a message from Broadway and National Tour cast member Cameron Bond to keep us focused on the power of the piece.  You can find Jon's The Musical Man podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-musical-man/id1448322171 Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 23 May 2020 15:00:00 -0000 FINDING NEVERLAND with Jon Pernisek full 1 23 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jon Pernisek discuss the musical FINDING NEVERLAND (music & lyrics by Gary Barlow and Eliot Kennedy, book by James Graham) What better time to delve into the musical FINDING NEVERLAND than when "the world is upside down?!" Guest, and host of "The Musical Man" podcast, Jon Pernisek joins us for a conversation about this unique show that has its heart in the right place... and then you remember Harvey Weinstein was behind it all. Not to worry, though, we also have a message from Broadway and National Tour cast member Cameron Bond to keep us focused on the power of the piece.  You can find Jon's The Musical Man podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-musical-man/id1448322171 Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What better time to delve into the musical FINDING NEVERLAND than when "the world is upside down?!" Guest, and host of "The Musical Man" podcast, Jon Pernisek joins us for a conversation about this unique show that has its heart in the right place... and then you remember Harvey Weinstein was behind it all. Not to worry, though, we also have a message from Broadway and National Tour cast member Cameron Bond to keep us focused on the power of the piece. 


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]]> 4534 no HEATHERS with Rachel Flynn Hate 'em or secretly wanna be 'em, this week we're talking about the HEATHERS with special guest and original cast member Rachel Flynn. Join us for a conversation about this dark and satirical take on the high school experience with plenty of laughs and brains to accompany all the murder. You can learn more about Rachel and her career on Instagram and Twitter @radiofreerachel Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 17 May 2020 14:00:00 -0000 HEATHERS with Rachel Flynn full 1 22 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Rachel Flynn discuss the musical HEATHERS (music, lyrics, & book by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy) Hate 'em or secretly wanna be 'em, this week we're talking about the HEATHERS with special guest and original cast member Rachel Flynn. Join us for a conversation about this dark and satirical take on the high school experience with plenty of laughs and brains to accompany all the murder. You can learn more about Rachel and her career on Instagram and Twitter @radiofreerachel Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hate 'em or secretly wanna be 'em, this week we're talking about the HEATHERS with special guest and original cast member Rachel Flynn. Join us for a conversation about this dark and satirical take on the high school experience with plenty of laughs and brains to accompany all the murder.


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]]> 4898 yes GUYS AND DOLLS with Squigs Robertson Who better to discuss the details of classic characters in a classic Broadway musical than a guy who draws them? Squigs, a superb actor and now famous caricaturist, is our guest this week to discuss GUYS AND DOLLS. Take a trip back to the Golden Age with this forever young, Frank Loesser gem. While you're there, enjoy the "I Love Lucy" references. Follow the fold, I mean SQUIGS, on Instagram and Twitter @squigsrobertson Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 May 2020 10:00:00 -0000 GUYS AND DOLLS with Squigs Robertson full 1 21 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Squigs Robertson discuss the musical GUYS AND DOLLS (music & lyrics by Frank Loesser, book by Abe Burrows) Who better to discuss the details of classic characters in a classic Broadway musical than a guy who draws them? Squigs, a superb actor and now famous caricaturist, is our guest this week to discuss GUYS AND DOLLS. Take a trip back to the Golden Age with this forever young, Frank Loesser gem. While you're there, enjoy the "I Love Lucy" references. Follow the fold, I mean SQUIGS, on Instagram and Twitter @squigsrobertson Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Who better to discuss the details of classic characters in a classic Broadway musical than a guy who draws them? Squigs, a superb actor and now famous caricaturist, is our guest this week to discuss GUYS AND DOLLS. Take a trip back to the Golden Age with this forever young, Frank Loesser gem. While you're there, enjoy the "I Love Lucy" references.


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]]> 3417 no COME FROM AWAY with Geno Carr On this week's special episode, original Broadway cast member Geno Carr joins us to discuss the musical journey of COME FROM AWAY, a perfect example of "good thing it happened, otherwise you'd never believe it." Be sure to follow Geno on Instagram and Twitter @genocarr. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 03 May 2020 13:00:00 -0000 COME FROM AWAY with Geno Carr full 1 20 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Geno Carr discuss the musical COME FROM AWAY (music, lyrics, & book by Irene Sankoff and David Hein) On this week's special episode, original Broadway cast member Geno Carr joins us to discuss the musical journey of COME FROM AWAY, a perfect example of "good thing it happened, otherwise you'd never believe it." Be sure to follow Geno on Instagram and Twitter @genocarr. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this week's special episode, original Broadway cast member Geno Carr joins us to discuss the musical journey of COME FROM AWAY, a perfect example of "good thing it happened, otherwise you'd never believe it."


Be sure to follow Geno on Instagram and Twitter @genocarr.


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]]> 3751 no SIDE SHOW with Sam Herbst Who's in the mood for some high-quality diva worship? Guest Sam Herbst joins us this week for a conversation dedicated to SIDE SHOW, the cult musical phenom that wears its heart on its sleeve and creates screlting-based goose bumps in the process. Be warned, the musical theatre geek force in this episode is STRONG.  Follow Sam on Twitter and Instagram @mrsamherbst Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0000 SIDE SHOW with Sam Herbst full 1 19 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sam Herbst discuss the musical SIDE SHOW (music by Henry Krieger, lyrics and book by Bill Russell) Who's in the mood for some high-quality diva worship? Guest Sam Herbst joins us this week for a conversation dedicated to SIDE SHOW, the cult musical phenom that wears its heart on its sleeve and creates screlting-based goose bumps in the process. Be warned, the musical theatre geek force in this episode is STRONG.  Follow Sam on Twitter and Instagram @mrsamherbst Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Who's in the mood for some high-quality diva worship? Guest Sam Herbst joins us this week for a conversation dedicated to SIDE SHOW, the cult musical phenom that wears its heart on its sleeve and creates screlting-based goose bumps in the process. Be warned, the musical theatre geek force in this episode is STRONG. 


Follow Sam on Twitter and Instagram @mrsamherbst


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]]> 4315 yes INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner The cow, the cape, the hair, the slippers... whatever your reason may be, join us as we head INTO THE WOODS this week with our special guest Sara Kapner! Together, she and Jeff marvel at the current relevance of this show, reflect on the genius of Mr. Sondheim, and still find time to ponder the importance of vegetables in musicals. Special thanks to listener Amanda who requested we cover the show and inspired us to reach out to our listeners!  Stay up to date with all things Sara Kapner on Instagram! Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0000 INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner full 1 18 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Sara Kapner discuss the musical INTO THE WOODS (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by James Lapine) The cow, the cape, the hair, the slippers... whatever your reason may be, join us as we head INTO THE WOODS this week with our special guest Sara Kapner! Together, she and Jeff marvel at the current relevance of this show, reflect on the genius of Mr. Sondheim, and still find time to ponder the importance of vegetables in musicals. Special thanks to listener Amanda who requested we cover the show and inspired us to reach out to our listeners!  Stay up to date with all things Sara Kapner on Instagram! Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The cow, the cape, the hair, the slippers... whatever your reason may be, join us as we head INTO THE WOODS this week with our special guest Sara Kapner! Together, she and Jeff marvel at the current relevance of this show, reflect on the genius of Mr. Sondheim, and still find time to ponder the importance of vegetables in musicals. Special thanks to listener Amanda who requested we cover the show and inspired us to reach out to our listeners! 


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]]> 5550 no TUCK EVERLASTING with Jesse McAnally It's musical podcasts unite as this week we discuss TUCK EVERLASTING, a musical requested by both listener Rachel (thank you Rachel!) and this week's guest Jesse McAnally (that's Mackinalley) from the podcast "Musicals with Cheese."  Step into the world of immortality, REALLY old teenagers, and quite possibly the most effective dream ballet in musical history. Follow more from our guest Jesse on Twitter @JesseMcAnally as well as through his podcast "Musicals With Cheese" on the Broadway Podcast Network. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 05 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0000 TUCK EVERLASTING with Jesse McAnally full 1 17 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Jesse McAnally discuss the musical TUCK EVERLASTING (music by Chris Miller, lyrics by Nathan Tysen, book by Claudia Shear & Tim Federle) It's musical podcasts unite as this week we discuss TUCK EVERLASTING, a musical requested by both listener Rachel (thank you Rachel!) and this week's guest Jesse McAnally (that's Mackinalley) from the podcast "Musicals with Cheese."  Step into the world of immortality, REALLY old teenagers, and quite possibly the most effective dream ballet in musical history. Follow more from our guest Jesse on Twitter @JesseMcAnally as well as through his podcast "Musicals With Cheese" on the Broadway Podcast Network. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's musical podcasts unite as this week we discuss TUCK EVERLASTING, a musical requested by both listener Rachel (thank you Rachel!) and this week's guest Jesse McAnally (that's Mackinalley) from the podcast "Musicals with Cheese." 


Step into the world of immortality, REALLY old teenagers, and quite possibly the most effective dream ballet in musical history.


Follow more from our guest Jesse on Twitter @JesseMcAnally as well as through his podcast "Musicals With Cheese" on the Broadway Podcast Network.


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]]> 3384 no LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS with Michael J Willett You guys, don't feed the plants. And while you're at it, wear a mask. As the world continues to fight a pandemic, Jeff and guest/actor/musician Michael J Willett (Faking It, GBF, Dolly's Parton's Heartstrings) discuss another threat all of humanity has endured: Audrey II.  Get ready for a fun conversation about the amazing musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS recorded in an LA apartment because they literally weren't allowed to go anywhere else.  Check out Michael J Willett on Instagram and Twitter to see his incredible art, music, and everything else he shares with the world. Better yet, visit his website misterwillett.com And while you're at it, give him some love for our show's amazing artwork and theme song! Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 29 Mar 2020 06:00:00 -0000 LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS with Michael J Willett full 1 16 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Michael J Willett discuss the musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (music by Alan Menken, lyrics & book by Howard Ashman) You guys, don't feed the plants. And while you're at it, wear a mask. As the world continues to fight a pandemic, Jeff and guest/actor/musician Michael J Willett (Faking It, GBF, Dolly's Parton's Heartstrings) discuss another threat all of humanity has endured: Audrey II.  Get ready for a fun conversation about the amazing musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS recorded in an LA apartment because they literally weren't allowed to go anywhere else.  Check out Michael J Willett on Instagram and Twitter to see his incredible art, music, and everything else he shares with the world. Better yet, visit his website misterwillett.com And while you're at it, give him some love for our show's amazing artwork and theme song! Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices You guys, don't feed the plants. And while you're at it, wear a mask. As the world continues to fight a pandemic, Jeff and guest/actor/musician Michael J Willett (Faking It, GBF, Dolly's Parton's Heartstrings) discuss another threat all of humanity has endured: Audrey II. 


Get ready for a fun conversation about the amazing musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS recorded in an LA apartment because they literally weren't allowed to go anywhere else. 


Check out Michael J Willett on Instagram and Twitter to see his incredible art, music, and everything else he shares with the world. Better yet, visit his website misterwillett.com And while you're at it, give him some love for our show's amazing artwork and theme song!


Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends!


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]]> 4757 no SOUTH PACIFIC with Kirsten Chandler It's one of the greatest scores in theatre history written by some of the most progressive minds of the time. We promise Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC isn't the total yawn you think it is. Join Jeff and guest Kirsten Chandler for a funny and thoughtful conversation about this Pulitzer Prize winning musical that broke the musical theatre ground we're all standing on and made it stronger. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:00:00 -0000 SOUTH PACIFIC with Kirsten Chandler full 1 15 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kirsten Chandler discuss the musical SOUTH PACIFIC (music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan) It's one of the greatest scores in theatre history written by some of the most progressive minds of the time. We promise Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC isn't the total yawn you think it is. Join Jeff and guest Kirsten Chandler for a funny and thoughtful conversation about this Pulitzer Prize winning musical that broke the musical theatre ground we're all standing on and made it stronger. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's one of the greatest scores in theatre history written by some of the most progressive minds of the time. We promise Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC isn't the total yawn you think it is. Join Jeff and guest Kirsten Chandler for a funny and thoughtful conversation about this Pulitzer Prize winning musical that broke the musical theatre ground we're all standing on and made it stronger.


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]]> 4385 no AIDA with Brittany Campbell AIDA. One name. All the feels. Guest Brittany Campbell (HAMILTON) talks with Jeff about this rock concert of a show that instantly earned Heather Headley goddess status, and in the process, brought us all the soapy drama we were craving. Along the way, Jeff learns about what it's like to be a nine-year old on Broadway.  Visit Brittany on Instagram at @brittanycampbellmusic and listen to her music on Spotify. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Mar 2020 18:00:00 -0000 AIDA with Brittany Campbell full 1 14 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Brittany Campbell discuss the musical AIDA (music by Elton John, lyrics by Sir Tim Rice, book by Linda Woolverton, Robert Falls, & David Henry Hwang) AIDA. One name. All the feels. Guest Brittany Campbell (HAMILTON) talks with Jeff about this rock concert of a show that instantly earned Heather Headley goddess status, and in the process, brought us all the soapy drama we were craving. Along the way, Jeff learns about what it's like to be a nine-year old on Broadway.  Visit Brittany on Instagram at @brittanycampbellmusic and listen to her music on Spotify. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices AIDA. One name. All the feels. Guest Brittany Campbell (HAMILTON) talks with Jeff about this rock concert of a show that instantly earned Heather Headley goddess status, and in the process, brought us all the soapy drama we were craving. Along the way, Jeff learns about what it's like to be a nine-year old on Broadway. 


Visit Brittany on Instagram at @brittanycampbellmusic and listen to her music on Spotify.


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]]> 4011 no ANNIE with Adam Wachter We know you're gonna like it HEEERRRRRE! Why? Because this week we're talking about everyone's favorite curly redhead (after Gwen Verdon that is...), ANNIE! Jeff and guest Adam Wachter (Encore! on Disney+) explore this classic musical like never before. Did Miss Hannigan have to breastfeed Annie? Who is Laurie Beechman? And how can you tell how old children are? No really... Adam wants to know. Keep up with Adam Wachter on Instagram and Twitter and don't forget to watch Encore! on Disney+ Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 08 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0000 ANNIE with Adam Wachter full 1 13 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Adam Wachter discuss the musical ANNIE (music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, book by Thoman Meehan) We know you're gonna like it HEEERRRRRE! Why? Because this week we're talking about everyone's favorite curly redhead (after Gwen Verdon that is...), ANNIE! Jeff and guest Adam Wachter (Encore! on Disney+) explore this classic musical like never before. Did Miss Hannigan have to breastfeed Annie? Who is Laurie Beechman? And how can you tell how old children are? No really... Adam wants to know. Keep up with Adam Wachter on Instagram and Twitter and don't forget to watch Encore! on Disney+ Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We know you're gonna like it HEEERRRRRE! Why? Because this week we're talking about everyone's favorite curly redhead (after Gwen Verdon that is...), ANNIE!


Jeff and guest Adam Wachter (Encore! on Disney+) explore this classic musical like never before. Did Miss Hannigan have to breastfeed Annie? Who is Laurie Beechman? And how can you tell how old children are? No really... Adam wants to know.


Keep up with Adam Wachter on Instagram and Twitter and don't forget to watch Encore! on Disney+


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]]> 4554 yes ONCE ON THIS ISLAND with Bryce Charles Happy Black History Month! On this week's episode Jeff and guest Bryce Charles sit down for a "human heart to heart" on ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, making room along the way to discuss Quan La Chanze, Queen Audra, and even listen to a special message from original Broadway cast member Gerry McIntyre.  Follow our guest Bryce Charles on Instagram @bryce_charles and if you're in the mood for her nerdy side, check out her cosplay @bryce.cosplays  Special thanks to this week's sponsor, Box Elder High School Theatre Department! See what those awesome kids are up to on Instagram @behstheatre Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Feb 2020 15:00:00 -0000 ONCE ON THIS ISLAND with Bryce Charles full 1 12 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Bryce Charles discuss the musical ONCE ON THIS ISLAND (music by Stephen Flaherty, lyrics & book by Lynn Ahrens) Happy Black History Month! On this week's episode Jeff and guest Bryce Charles sit down for a "human heart to heart" on ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, making room along the way to discuss Quan La Chanze, Queen Audra, and even listen to a special message from original Broadway cast member Gerry McIntyre.  Follow our guest Bryce Charles on Instagram @bryce_charles and if you're in the mood for her nerdy side, check out her cosplay @bryce.cosplays  Special thanks to this week's sponsor, Box Elder High School Theatre Department! See what those awesome kids are up to on Instagram @behstheatre Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy Black History Month! On this week's episode Jeff and guest Bryce Charles sit down for a "human heart to heart" on ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, making room along the way to discuss Quan La Chanze, Queen Audra, and even listen to a special message from original Broadway cast member Gerry McIntyre. 


Follow our guest Bryce Charles on Instagram @bryce_charles and if you're in the mood for her nerdy side, check out her cosplay @bryce.cosplays 


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]]> 4170 no MINNIE'S BOYS, A DOLL'S LIFE, & GRIND with Larry Grossman It's our first "Flop Episode," and we're starting out with a bang! This week we explore why the "f word" will not be a curse word on this podcast and do so with Tony-nominated composer Larry Grossman (now 81 years old). Jeff and Larry discuss his impressive career, including three of his Broadway outings that didn't necessarily have the fairy tale endings he would have wanted, but have supplied musical theatre geeks with fascinating (and often triumphant) artistic swings. Special thanks to all who participated to make this episode possible. We could all stand to give Larry a little love and gratitude for his contributions to our favorite art form. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 16 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0000 MINNIE'S BOYS, A DOLL'S LIFE, & GRIND with Larry Grossman full 1 11 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Larry Grossman discuss the musicals MINNIE'S BOYS, A DOLL'S LIFE, & GRIND (all music by Larry Grossman) It's our first "Flop Episode," and we're starting out with a bang! This week we explore why the "f word" will not be a curse word on this podcast and do so with Tony-nominated composer Larry Grossman (now 81 years old). Jeff and Larry discuss his impressive career, including three of his Broadway outings that didn't necessarily have the fairy tale endings he would have wanted, but have supplied musical theatre geeks with fascinating (and often triumphant) artistic swings. Special thanks to all who participated to make this episode possible. We could all stand to give Larry a little love and gratitude for his contributions to our favorite art form. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's our first "Flop Episode," and we're starting out with a bang! This week we explore why the "f word" will not be a curse word on this podcast and do so with Tony-nominated composer Larry Grossman (now 81 years old). Jeff and Larry discuss his impressive career, including three of his Broadway outings that didn't necessarily have the fairy tale endings he would have wanted, but have supplied musical theatre geeks with fascinating (and often triumphant) artistic swings.


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]]> 2474 no A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC with Tom Zohar Welcome to "Casting Desiree- A Podcast." It's our first Stephen Sondheim episode, and this week it's all about A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, a very elegant musical about sex-crazed rich people. Guest Tom Zohar joins us to discuss the genius of Sondheim lyrics, the length of "Liaisons," and who would make up the perfect next revival of this delicious show.  For more Tom Zohar, we highly recommend following him on Twitter @TomZohar and Instagram @tommyzohar. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 09 Feb 2020 15:00:00 -0000 A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC with Tom Zohar full 1 10 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Tom Zohar discuss the musical A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler) Welcome to "Casting Desiree- A Podcast." It's our first Stephen Sondheim episode, and this week it's all about A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, a very elegant musical about sex-crazed rich people. Guest Tom Zohar joins us to discuss the genius of Sondheim lyrics, the length of "Liaisons," and who would make up the perfect next revival of this delicious show.  For more Tom Zohar, we highly recommend following him on Twitter @TomZohar and Instagram @tommyzohar. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome to "Casting Desiree- A Podcast." It's our first Stephen Sondheim episode, and this week it's all about A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, a very elegant musical about sex-crazed rich people. Guest Tom Zohar joins us to discuss the genius of Sondheim lyrics, the length of "Liaisons," and who would make up the perfect next revival of this delicious show. 


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]]> 5180 yes PETER PAN with Katie DeShan Time for a little visit to Neverland as Jeff and guest Katie DeShan talk about PETER PAN, the timeless musical of a boy (or girl playing a boy) who wouldn't grow up. Along the way, they share their unusual commonality with the show, explore the fails of flying in the theatre, and get to the heart of why this story continues to be remade over and over and over again. For more info about our guest, follow Katie's Instagram @heyitsthatkatiegirl, and don't forget to check out our affiliate this week, Musical Theatre Guild! www.musicaltheatreguild.com Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 02 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0000 PETER PAN with Katie DeShan full 1 9 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Katie DeShan discuss the musical PETER PAN (music by Moose Charlap and Jule Styne, lyrics by Comden & Green and Carolyn Leigh, book by James M. Barrie) Time for a little visit to Neverland as Jeff and guest Katie DeShan talk about PETER PAN, the timeless musical of a boy (or girl playing a boy) who wouldn't grow up. Along the way, they share their unusual commonality with the show, explore the fails of flying in the theatre, and get to the heart of why this story continues to be remade over and over and over again. For more info about our guest, follow Katie's Instagram @heyitsthatkatiegirl, and don't forget to check out our affiliate this week, Musical Theatre Guild! www.musicaltheatreguild.com Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Time for a little visit to Neverland as Jeff and guest Katie DeShan talk about PETER PAN, the timeless musical of a boy (or girl playing a boy) who wouldn't grow up. Along the way, they share their unusual commonality with the show, explore the fails of flying in the theatre, and get to the heart of why this story continues to be remade over and over and over again.


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]]> 4481 no FROZEN with Bruce Merkle Jeff sits down with guest (and good friend of Olaf the snowman) Bruce Merkle to discuss the famous Arendelle sisters, the commercialization of Broadway, and why audiences lose their minds when an actor changes their costume really quickly. Also, Jeff tries to explain the premise of the television show The Bachelor. Keep up with all things Bruce Merkle by following him on Instagram @BruceMerkle Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:00:00 -0000 FROZEN with Bruce Merkle full 1 8 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Bruce Merkle discuss the musical FROZEN (music & lyrics by Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, book by Jennifer Lee) Jeff sits down with guest (and good friend of Olaf the snowman) Bruce Merkle to discuss the famous Arendelle sisters, the commercialization of Broadway, and why audiences lose their minds when an actor changes their costume really quickly. Also, Jeff tries to explain the premise of the television show The Bachelor. Keep up with all things Bruce Merkle by following him on Instagram @BruceMerkle Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Jeff sits down with guest (and good friend of Olaf the snowman) Bruce Merkle to discuss the famous Arendelle sisters, the commercialization of Broadway, and why audiences lose their minds when an actor changes their costume really quickly. Also, Jeff tries to explain the premise of the television show The Bachelor.


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]]> 4481 no IN THE HEIGHTS with Debra Cardona Happy 2020! We're back at it, and thanks to listener Sebastian, the first musical we're covering this year is IN THE HEIGHTS. Five time "Abuela" Debra Cardona stops by to talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2005 "slice of life" musical featuring a story and characters that are as important to the Latinx community as they are relatable to any audience. Also, what flavor would you order from the Piragua guy? Find out more about our guest Debra Cardona and her wonderful career by visiting her website www.debracardona.com or Instagram @debracardona Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 19 Jan 2020 17:00:00 -0000 IN THE HEIGHTS with Debra Cardona full 1 7 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Debra Cardona discuss the musical IN THE HEIGHTS (music & lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, book by Quiara Alegria Hudes) Happy 2020! We're back at it, and thanks to listener Sebastian, the first musical we're covering this year is IN THE HEIGHTS. Five time "Abuela" Debra Cardona stops by to talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2005 "slice of life" musical featuring a story and characters that are as important to the Latinx community as they are relatable to any audience. Also, what flavor would you order from the Piragua guy? Find out more about our guest Debra Cardona and her wonderful career by visiting her website www.debracardona.com or Instagram @debracardona Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Happy 2020! We're back at it, and thanks to listener Sebastian, the first musical we're covering this year is IN THE HEIGHTS. Five time "Abuela" Debra Cardona stops by to talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda's 2005 "slice of life" musical featuring a story and characters that are as important to the Latinx community as they are relatable to any audience. Also, what flavor would you order from the Piragua guy?


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]]> 4190 no CATS with James Vasquez and John Treacy Egan As the film version of CATS continues to cause the modern world to scream "What on earth is a Jellicle Cat?!" Jeff sits down with director/super fan James Vasquez and Broadway vet John Treacy Egan to discuss this anomaly of Musical Theatre. How did a musical about cats become the first mega blockbuster of this art form? And why, in 2019, is everyone still surprised by it? Follow our guests on Instagram:  James Vasquez- @the_jimmyv John Treacy Egan- @officialjohntreacyegan Be sure to check out this week's sponsor, San Diego Musical Theatre, who has created a special offer for our listeners! www.sdmt.org Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Dec 2019 01:00:00 -0000 CATS with James Vasquez and John Treacy Egan full 1 6 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests James Vasquez and John Treacy Egan discuss the musical CATS (music & lyrics by Andrew Lloyd Webber, book by T.S. Eliot) As the film version of CATS continues to cause the modern world to scream "What on earth is a Jellicle Cat?!" Jeff sits down with director/super fan James Vasquez and Broadway vet John Treacy Egan to discuss this anomaly of Musical Theatre. How did a musical about cats become the first mega blockbuster of this art form? And why, in 2019, is everyone still surprised by it? Follow our guests on Instagram:  James Vasquez- @the_jimmyv John Treacy Egan- @officialjohntreacyegan Be sure to check out this week's sponsor, San Diego Musical Theatre, who has created a special offer for our listeners! www.sdmt.org Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices As the film version of CATS continues to cause the modern world to scream "What on earth is a Jellicle Cat?!" Jeff sits down with director/super fan James Vasquez and Broadway vet John Treacy Egan to discuss this anomaly of Musical Theatre. How did a musical about cats become the first mega blockbuster of this art form? And why, in 2019, is everyone still surprised by it?


Follow our guests on Instagram: 

James Vasquez- @the_jimmyv

John Treacy Egan- @officialjohntreacyegan


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]]> 4082 no THE MUSIC MAN with Teri Bibb Broadway soprano Teri Bibb (SHE LOVES ME, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) joins Jeff to discuss the legacy of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN and answer the questions: "Where do sopranos go after they turn 40?" "What exactly is a 'shipoopi?'" and "How similar is Harold Hill to a president named Donald Trump?" Check out current projects, video, and photos of Teri in her many gowns at www.TeriBibb.com Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 15 Dec 2019 16:00:00 -0000 THE MUSIC MAN with Teri Bibb full 1 5 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Teri Bibb discuss the musical THE MUSIC MAN (music, lyrics & book by Meredith Wilson) Broadway soprano Teri Bibb (SHE LOVES ME, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) joins Jeff to discuss the legacy of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN and answer the questions: "Where do sopranos go after they turn 40?" "What exactly is a 'shipoopi?'" and "How similar is Harold Hill to a president named Donald Trump?" Check out current projects, video, and photos of Teri in her many gowns at www.TeriBibb.com Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Broadway soprano Teri Bibb (SHE LOVES ME, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA) joins Jeff to discuss the legacy of Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN and answer the questions: "Where do sopranos go after they turn 40?" "What exactly is a 'shipoopi?'" and "How similar is Harold Hill to a president named Donald Trump?"


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]]> 5088 no HELLO, DOLLY! with Michael Betts and Mary Jo Catlett In this week's episode, Jeff and guest Michael Betts discuss the glory of Jerry Herman's smash hit HELLO, DOLLY! and along the way, touch on musicals with exclamation points, the hallmarks of a good Carol Channing impression, and what's at the heart of this delightful comedy. And if that wasn't enough, original Broadway cast member Mary Jo Catlett stops by to chat about her memories of the original production, cast, and creative team. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 08 Dec 2019 19:00:00 -0000 HELLO, DOLLY! with Michael Betts and Mary Jo Catlett full 1 4 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guests Michael Betts and original Broadway cast member Mary Jo Catlett discuss the musical HELLO, DOLLY! (music & lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Michael Stewart) In this week's episode, Jeff and guest Michael Betts discuss the glory of Jerry Herman's smash hit HELLO, DOLLY! and along the way, touch on musicals with exclamation points, the hallmarks of a good Carol Channing impression, and what's at the heart of this delightful comedy. And if that wasn't enough, original Broadway cast member Mary Jo Catlett stops by to chat about her memories of the original production, cast, and creative team. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this week's episode, Jeff and guest Michael Betts discuss the glory of Jerry Herman's smash hit HELLO, DOLLY! and along the way, touch on musicals with exclamation points, the hallmarks of a good Carol Channing impression, and what's at the heart of this delightful comedy. And if that wasn't enough, original Broadway cast member Mary Jo Catlett stops by to chat about her memories of the original production, cast, and creative team.


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]]> 4544 no RENT with Kelley Dorney On this week's episode, Jeff and guest Kelley Dorney discuss rated R musicals, the difference between "queens" and "kwans," and how a bohemian named Jonathan Larson forever changed the musical theatre landscape. Wanna hear how freakishly talented Kelley is? Check out her YouTube channel. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 01 Dec 2019 17:00:00 -0000 RENT with Kelley Dorney full 1 3 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Kelley Dorney discuss the musical RENT (music, lyrics, & book by Jonathan Larson) On this week's episode, Jeff and guest Kelley Dorney discuss rated R musicals, the difference between "queens" and "kwans," and how a bohemian named Jonathan Larson forever changed the musical theatre landscape. Wanna hear how freakishly talented Kelley is? Check out her YouTube channel. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't forget about our TeePublic Store, our proceeds from which we donate to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being part of this wonderful podcasting community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this week's episode, Jeff and guest Kelley Dorney discuss rated R musicals, the difference between "queens" and "kwans," and how a bohemian named Jonathan Larson forever changed the musical theatre landscape.


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]]> 5438 yes FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with Glenn Rosenblum On our very first full length episode, Jeff discusses his favorite (feminist) musical from 1964 with guest Glenn Rosenblum, finally gives Fruma Sarah the attention she deserves, and explores how FIDDLER ON THE ROOF became the Jewish musical that every culture has adopted as its own. Be sure to check out Glenn's newest and latest lecture dates by visiting www.glennrosenblum.com. Special thanks to this week's sponsor: Studio C Performing Arts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:00:00 -0000 FIDDLER ON THE ROOF with Glenn Rosenblum full 1 2 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Jeff and guest Glenn Rosenblum discuss the musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, book by Joseph Stein) On our very first full length episode, Jeff discusses his favorite (feminist) musical from 1964 with guest Glenn Rosenblum, finally gives Fruma Sarah the attention she deserves, and explores how FIDDLER ON THE ROOF became the Jewish musical that every culture has adopted as its own. Be sure to check out Glenn's newest and latest lecture dates by visiting www.glennrosenblum.com. Special thanks to this week's sponsor: Studio C Performing Arts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On our very first full length episode, Jeff discusses his favorite (feminist) musical from 1964 with guest Glenn Rosenblum, finally gives Fruma Sarah the attention she deserves, and explores how FIDDLER ON THE ROOF became the Jewish musical that every culture has adopted as its own.


Be sure to check out Glenn's newest and latest lecture dates by visiting www.glennrosenblum.com.


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]]> 4957 no The Overture Welcome to A Musical Theatre Podcast! Listen to host Jeffrey Scott Parsons introduce his love for musical theatre, how ANNIE helped him in school, and why his bias against MAMMA MIA won't stop him from giving it some love. Don't forget to like, review, subscribe, and share with your friends. Join us: Instagram TikTok X For bonus content, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where we donate our profits to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 16 Nov 2019 01:00:00 -0000 The Overture trailer 1 1 Jeffrey Scott Parsons Welcome to A Musical Theatre Podcast! Listen to host Jeffrey Scott Parsons introduce his love for musical theatre, how ANNIE helped him in school, and why his bias against MAMMA MIA won't stop him from giving it some love. Don't forget to like, review, subscribe, and share with your friends. Join us: Instagram TikTok X For bonus content, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month, and be sure to check out our TeePublic Store where we donate our profits to Broadway Cares: Equity Fights AIDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome to A Musical Theatre Podcast! Listen to host Jeffrey Scott Parsons introduce his love for musical theatre, how ANNIE helped him in school, and why his bias against MAMMA MIA won't stop him from giving it some love. Don't forget to like, review, subscribe, and share with your friends.


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