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Ethel Merman
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Frank Loesser
Rodgers and Hart
Annie Get Your Gun
Harold Hal Prince
Alfred Drake
Stanley Silverman
Gypsy
Stephen Sondheim
Anything Goes
Girl Crazy
Elephant Steps
Irving Berlin
Guys and Dolls
On Your Toes
The Boys From Syracuse

Take a trip backstage with Broadway’s best – exclusive interviews with the leading creators of musical theatre. Based on the popular 1980s radio series produced and hosted by award-winning director and producer, Paul Lazarus, ANYTHING GOES is a celebration of storytelling through song, past, present and future. Now available in 30-minute segments. Hundreds of episodes featuring show-stopping inter... more

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The second of a three-part program featuring prolific composer Alan Menken, who began his storied career in the theater but is widely known for his work on animated films such as THE LITTLE MERMAID, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, ALLADIN and ENCHANTED. In thi... more

The first of a three-part program featuring prolific composer Alan Menken, who began his storied career in the theater but is mostly known for his work on animated films such as THE LITTLE MERMAID, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, ALADDIN and ENCHANTED. In this... more

The conclusion of a three-part program featuring Broadway composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz, known for such celebrated shows as GODSPELL and PIPPIN. Schwartz discusses developing songs for THE BAKER’S WIFE and WORKING, along with his creative endeav... more

The second of a three-part program featuring Broadway composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz, known for such celebrated shows as GODSPELL and PIPPIN. Schwartz discusses the creative writing process behind “Love Song” from PIPPIN, as well as the show’s ov... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Schwartz II
Composer-lyricist discussed in interview
Episode: 50 Stephen Schwartz II
Robin Lamont
Original cast member performing Millwork and introducing interview
Episode: 50 Stephen Schwartz II
Stephen Schwartz
Composer-lyricist known for Godspell, Pippin, Wicked
Broadway shows (Godspell, Pippin, The Magic Show, Working)
Episode: 49 Stephen Schwartz I
Burton Lane
Broadway composer best known for Finian's Rainbow and On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
Self
Episode: 47 Burton Lane III
Hans Spialek II
Broadway orchestrator
Broadway shows and collaborations with Rodgers, Hart, Porter, Gershwin
Episode: 44 Hans Spialek II
Hans Spialek
Broadway orchestrator
Self-described Broadway orchestrator, worked with Gershwin, Rodgers, Porter
Episode: 43 Hans Spialek I
Maury Yeston
Composer-lyricist known for Nine
Composer-Lyricist
Episode: 42 Maury Yeston III
Maury Yeston II
Composer-Lyricist, Nine
Musical Theatre
Episode: 41 Maury Yeston II
Maury Yeston I
Tony Award–winning composer-lyricist of the musical Nine
Theatre (Nine)
Episode: 40 Maury Yeston I

Host

Paul Lazarus
Host of Anything Goes, featuring interviews with composers, lyricists, and theatre creators; deep dives into musical theatre history and storytelling through song.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Every Episode a Gem

    I can’t say enough about this podcast. What an incredible resource! And so well presented. Highly recommended for anyone interested in musical theatre.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ian Snoogs
    Canada2 years ago
  • ANYTHING GOES

    I’ve just finished listening to every episode of this remarkable series. It’s been an education and a joy to hear the composers( many no longer with us) talk about their work. Paul Lazarus is a skilled interviewer and clearly very knowledgeable himself. I can recommend this to anyone who wants to know more about Broadway tunes and their composers and everyone else who just enjoys a feast of Broadway tunes.

    Len Power, theatre critic, Canberra Australia and presenter of the 112 episode radio seri... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LBear50
    Australia3 years ago
  • A most welcome return

    In the 80's, Sundays at 12:30 meant ANYTHING GOES with Paul Lazarus. I loved it then and I love it even more now. It is such a treat to hear firsthand from the people who wrote the soundtrack of my life. Bravo!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    broadwaydon
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Great work! I love this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That_Geek
    United States4 years ago
  • So much fun

    The insites shared writing Sunday in the Park are so interesting. Listing to Mandy sing like a cat was fo much fun.

    I have seen Ethel Merman but hearing her in that podcast was also a great history and including inside details I never knew

    Everyone young and old should love this series.

    Paul Lazarus’s comments are insiteful and leads the guest in all the right directions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Artie and Lynn
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality archival material pairs well with interviews, making it a standout for theatre buffs.
A treasure trove for Broadway history fans and industry insiders.
The host brings thoughtful questions and a warm, knowledgeable approach.
Engaging interviews with theatre creators and insightful storytelling.

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34 Craig Carnelia III
Q: Can you describe the change from Hartford to New York for I'm Glad You Didn't Know Me?
He explains moving from an older version about regret to a joyful present-tense interpretation, rewriting the song to emphasize present happiness rather than past embarrassment.
34 Craig Carnelia III
Q: Craig, what's coming up for you now?
He mentions working on a new show with Bob Fosse's project and Stuart Ostro producing, and that he may join a team of songwriters on it, continuing to explore new material.
52 Jones and Schmidt I
Q: When did you actually first hit a piano?
He describes starting to play by ear from a young age, with his mother teaching music to help with money, which led to rapid adaptation and playing in many keys.
54 Jones and Schmidt III
Q: How did you first react to the idea of turning your project into a two-act musical, and what changed your mind about the original concept?
We initially found the heavier, more serious material impractical for commercial success and shifted to a lighter, two-act format to keep it engaging and approachable, which ultimately became the core structure of The Fantasticks.
38 Micki Grant I
Q: How did you divide the score with Alex Bradford on Your Arms Too Short to Box with God?
Micki explains she joined after the initial festival work and describes the collaborative division of songs and sermons, focusing on Mary's perspective and the spiritual narrative.

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This show offers in-depth conversations with leading creators of musical theatre, pairing intimate interviews with archival performances and anecdotes that illuminate the craft behind Broadway. Episodes feature composers, lyricists, directors, and performers, with a strong emphasis on historical context and the enduring influence of classic shows. A standout trait is the host's breadth, bridging personal stories with musical milestones, often revisiting long-gone eras while connecting to today's theater scene, making it a valuable resource for industry listeners and devoted fans alike.

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Recent guests on Anything Goes include:

1. Stephen Schwartz II
2. Robin Lamont
3. Stephen Schwartz
4. Burton Lane
5. Hans Spialek II
6. Hans Spialek
7. Maury Yeston
8. Maury Yeston II

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