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Once On This Island
The King and I
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She Loves Me
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Alexander Hamilton
African American Representation
Rupert Holmes
Thailand
Anna Leonowens
King Mongkut
Siam
2024 Tony Awards

Join Director Michael Fling (Artistic Associate, Goodspeed Musicals) and Dramaturg Anika Chapin (Director of Artistic Development, Signature Theatre) as they explore and examine your favorite shows, from contemporary hits to classic Broadway. They’ll share fascinating tidbits about each show’s creation and history, then analyze a song or scene to illustrate how the dramaturgy of the show works. Wh... more

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KISS ME, KATE | Music & Lyrics by Cole Porter | Book by Sam & Bella Spewack

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• Kiss Me, Kate (Original Libretto) by Sam Spewack, Bella Spewack & Cole Porter

• Kiss Me Kate (Revised 1999 Libretto) by Sam Spewack, Bella S... more

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH | Text by John Cameron Mitchell | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask 

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• Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen Trask

• Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Broadwa... more

PIPPIN Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Book by Roger O. Hirson | Originally Produced on Broadway by Stuart Ostrow | Directed on the Broadway Stage by Bob Fosse 

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• Pippin (Original Libretto) by Roger O. Hirson & St... more

HADESTOWN Book, Music, & Lyrics by Anaïs Mitchell 

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• Hadestown (Original Libretto) by Anaïs Mitchell

• Working on A Song: The Lyrics of Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell

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• "Overture" from Dear World (Origina... more

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Hosts

Michael Fling
Associate Artistic Director at Goodspeed Musicals, with expertise in musical direction and engagement with Broadway shows.
Anika Chapin
Director of Artistic Development at Signature Theatre, known for her dramaturgical insights and exploration of theatre narratives.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Great Chicago show!

    Next up might be a show that I’ve played a few times and allows me to catch up on my reading during the first act pause between numbers 😁 1776 🇺🇸

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Awjazz1
    United States2 years ago
  • Best musical podcast!

    Absolutely love this podcast! Can’t wait for each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kmcash01
    United States2 years ago
  • I could listen to Anika talk about Assassins for years

    I would like to read your thesis on narrators in Sondheim shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura Finaldi
    United States3 years ago
  • Fabulous

    I always liked Broadway musicals and Broadway dance but never really appreciated “A Chorus Line” until watching “Every Little Step” which prompted me to delve deeper into show which led me to this podcast. The podcast is an eye opener into the production. I liken it to the scene in “The Wizard of Oz” when Dorothy is catapulted to the land of Oz and she opens the door to a colorful world. That’s what this podcast did for me. It has allowed to full appreciate “A Chorus Line” in a much deeper, expa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swingmaster73
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing!

    I feel like I’ve been waiting for this podcast all my life! It explores musicals in a really collegiate way, yet it’s still fun! I’m learning so much about an art form that I didn’t think there was anything left to learn. I’m sad that I hadn’t discovered it sooner, but I’m glad I did! THANKS!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrPotter07
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis presented in each episode, often highlighting the hosts' extensive knowledge and engaging presentation style.
Audience members commend the podcast for providing a blend of fun and educational content that broadens their appreciation for musicals.
There are frequent praises for the engaging discussions that connect personal stories with historical contexts of the musicals, making content accessible and enjoyable for all levels of theatre fans.

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Q: How do we engage with The King And I in 2024?
You have to be as aware as possible of the ways in which this show is portraying something that is not... It's about people, and the more that you root the story in the story of two specific people with their own complexities and flaws, the better you are.

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