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The Original Cast

Patrick Flynn
Broadway
Theater
Stephen Sondheim
Merrily We Roll Along
Tony Awards
Anyone Can Whistle
Cabaret
The Outsiders
Musical Theater
Oklahoma
My Fair Lady
Annie
The Bridges Of Madison County
Musicals
Bonnie & Clyde
The Who's Tommy
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Lgbt Caucus
Original Cast Album
Hell's Kitchen

A podcast about original cast albums and the people who love them hosted by playwright Patrick Flynn.

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originally released: December 22, 2021 9 recordings enter. Only 1 can leave. And it shall leave a champion. This is CAST ALBUM CAGE MATCH!

Composer/lyricist Billy Recce joins Patrick to find the best cast album of one of their favorite shows: Tim ... more

originally released: March 15, 2017

Actual grown-up Beth Amann channels her 13-year-old self and talks about the unstoppable force that is WICKED. Topics include Joel Grey, Norbert Leo Butz, and the immovable objects that are music theatre hipsters... more

originally released: May 5, 2021 Two Guests for the price of one! Chris & Holly from the podcast Out for Blood: The Story of Carrie the Musical are here for a show they did at Edinburgh Fringe that bears more than a passing resemblance to said Steph... more

part 1 originally released: January 10, 2018

Dramaturg Lauren Halvorsen is here for the first of our epic, two-part dive into both musical versions of THE WILD PARTY. Here we cover not only Andrew Lippa's off-Broadway take on Queenie, Burrs, Black,... more

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Recent Guests

Doug Wilder
Helen Hayes award-winning actor, writer, director, award-winning filmmaker, and teacher at the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts
Episode: Doug Wilder / No Way to Treat a Lady - Original Cast Recording (1997) *FLASHBACK*
Logan Culwell-Block
Writer for Playbill
Playbill
Episode: Logan Culwell-Block / Little Shop of Horrors - Original Cast Album (1982) *FLASHBACK*
Rebecca Luker
Multi-Tony nominee and Broadway actress known for her roles in 'Sweeney Todd' and 'The Secret Garden'
Episode: Rebecca Luker / Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street - Original Cast (1979) *FLASHBACK*
Amy Oestreicher
Writer, motivational speaker, and music theater enthusiast
Episode: Amy Oestreicher / In Trousers - Original Cast (1979) *FLASHBACK*
Liz Callaway
A Tony nominee and acclaimed singer and actress known for her work in musical theater
Episode: Liz Callaway / Company - Original Broadway Cast (1970) *FLASHBACK*
Lauren Halvorsen
Theater expert and dramaturg engaged in discussions about Broadway
Episode: IT'S THE 2024 TONYS!!!!!!
Joanna McKee
Program coordinator at the Digital Learning Department at the Kennedy Center and a breakfast sandwich aficionado.
Kennedy Center
Episode: Elegy: Joanna McKee
Robbie Rozelle
A multi-hyphenate designer, performer, cabaret director, record producer
Broadway Records
Episode: Robbie Rozelle / Mame - Original Broadway Cast (1966) *FLASHBACK*
Roddy Flynn
Executive Director of the LGBT Caucus in the House of Representatives
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Roddy Flynn / Anyone Can Whistle - Original Broadway Cast (1964) *FLASHBACK*

Host

Patrick Flynn
Host of discussions centered around original cast albums and their cultural impact, frequently bringing in personal anecdotes and insights about musical theater.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 200 ratings
  • A great podcast!

    This one is worth it. Patrick Flynn is a great host and the conversations are always interesting. This is an A+ show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich from Ferndale
    United States8 months ago
  • Robbie was WRONG

    Podcast’s still great, tho

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Festive Trudy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listen to it now!

    One of my favorite podcasts! Every guest and every episode provides such a great insight into every recording they cover!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Film Lover101
    United States2 years ago
  • 1776

    I usually get very excited about this show. Not today. If the host does not like the broadway show i think he should at least do a bit research before talking about it. It was obvious he did not do research or know the show but he certainly had his biases. The guest also didn’t seem to know the show thoroughly but had memories . I gotta say I usually enjoy the show, especially when the conversations deal with the actual show and not the many tangents.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    24601critic
    United States3 years ago
  • Feels like Film Crush for musicals! I found this because Elliot Kalan was a guest, and then I picked 30 more episodes over the past 5 years. Great audio drops! Pleasant and enjoyable.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PatrickM
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the depth of knowledge showcased by the host and guests.
Many enjoy the blend of personal stories and broader thematic explorations, highlighting both humor and nostalgia.
Some feedback mentions a growing concern about the focus veering off original cast albums towards guests' projects.
The podcast is often praised for making the complexity of musical theater accessible to a wider audience.
Overall, fans of musical theater find this podcast engaging and informative.

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Talking Points

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Stephen Beaudoin / Annie - Original Cast Recording (1976)
Q: What do you think of Tomorrow?
It deserves its own podcast as it's very well written and can be powerful when delivered simply without excessive emotion.
Em Whitworth / Oklahoma! - Broadway Cast Recording (2019)
Q: What is your favorite song from Oklahoma?
The execution of 'Surrey with the Fringe on Top' is incredible and 'Can't Say No' is also a killer. 'All or Nothing' sounds sweet, showcasing two people trying to find a way to make a relationship work despite their differences.
Justin McElroy / The Who's Tommy - Original Cast Recording (1993)
Q: When did you become aware of the plot of Tommy and how did that understanding evolve?
Justin explains that he had little familiarity with the plot until he encountered the Broadway album in childhood, leading to a gradual understanding shaped by the music.
Justin McElroy / The Who's Tommy - Original Cast Recording (1993)
Q: How did The Who's Tommy come into your life?
Justin shares that he encountered the album at a church camp when a friend started playing 'Pinball Wizard' on a guitar.
Elliott Kalan / The Music Man - Original Broadway Cast (1957) *FLASHBACK*
Q: When did 'The Music Man' come into your life?
Elliott Kalan first experienced 'The Music Man' through the film version in his 20s after growing up in a Broadwaygoing family.

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Focusing on the rich history and cultural significance of original cast albums, this series provides insightful discussions with guests who share their personal connections to various musicals. The host explores themes such as nostalgia, identity, and the evolution of musical theater, inviting audiences to reflect on the intersections between personal experience and broader artistic trends. Unique in its approach, the conversations are often flavored with a mix of humor, heartfelt tributes, and in-depth analyses of both well-known and less familiar productions, making the series appealing to both ardent theater fans and those new to the genre.

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