Theater History and Mysteries
Dr. Jon Bruschke, PhDThe deepest dives you can find anywhere into the history and backstory of the great musical productions. Dense content...for people who aren't. And, I’ll never miss an opportunity to pursue any mystery, bizarre coincidence, improbable event, or supernatural suggestion along the way because, in the words of Dirk Gentley, it is all connected.
You can contact me directly at theaterhistorypodcast@gm... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsHistoryArts | |||
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Alexander Hamilton did some major things that still impact the world we live in today...but you might not really get what those are from watching the musical. Today's episode is designed to review those things and figure out what the mu... more
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What’s the most awesome theater moment you’ve had? Not, like, the biggest show you’ve been in, or the biggest audience you’ve played to, or the best tickets you ever had…those are important. I want you to think about awesome…the time y... more
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To really understand the smash musical Hadestown, you have to understand…mines. Hear me out.
Hadestown isn’t just a re-telling of the ancient Orpheus tale, as the name suggest it’s a story that focuses on a particular location…the unde... more
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Hadestown is a story about politics. You’ve seen the show, so you know that it’s the ancient Greek story of Orpheus put in a fictional but modern setting – a “a post-apocalyptic American Depression era.” It’s a world of environmental... more
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Are there crazy connections in the world? In 1984 I was a 4th-year college debater at Cal. State Fullerton with aspirations of finishing in the top 16 in the country when my partner quit. In January I was paired up with a sophomore, an... more
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Hadestown Episode 5 script – Autism
In my favorite episode of this show, I went to the Phantom of the Opera sites on Facebook and asked people what they thought about the show and why it worked for them. The follow-up question was whet... more
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Hadestown Episode 4 script – The song (Epic 3)
What does it mean to be a tortured genius?
Does it mean getting your show to Broadway, and finding yourself unable to get out of bed one day, crushed by the weight of all the things that... more
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The ancient poet Virgil died of a fever with his master work still unfinished…and it was left to his executors to finish the work. The book was the Aeneid, and it would be, in its time, the definitive work on the founding myths and stor... more
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What is Theater History and Mysteries about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show delivers in-depth historical explorations of musical theatre, focusing on origins, evolution, and cultural context behind legendary productions. Episodes blend archival research, myth adaptations, and critical theory with accessible storytelling, often anchoring discussions in specific shows (from classical myths reimagined on stage to modern must-know titles) while weaving in broader themes like feminism, education, and political justice as they intersect with theatre history. Listeners can expect thoughtful interviews, scholarly references, and connections to contemporary discourse in the arts, making it a rich resource for educators, students, theatre professionals, and avid historians who crave rigorous analysis alongside enga... more
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