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Rachel & Taylor
Theater Nerds is a weekly podcast where hosts Rachel Jones & Taylor Read will explore all aspects of theater, musicals, and everything in between. Come Nerd Out with Us!
With it being WICKED month, we decided to rewind the clock and jump back into 2004 Tony Awards where 20 years later a LOT has changed. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the comedy that fell flat, their favorite performances, and of course ALL the Wicked snubs.
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2004 Tony Awards Complete: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AReC2EF1Yc0
Seriously - This American Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hI8TCA3fJcs
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Rachel & Taylor are back with another What’s the buzz. This week hear them discuss about Gatsby premiering across the pond, Macy’s parade performances announced, and the Slumdog Millionaire musical in the works.
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We are so proud and excited for this episode, as we are starting a new series Broadway Adjacent where we look at the many things that are all around Broadway. On the first episode of the series, we have a wonderful special guest, producer and co-founder of the Museum of Broadway Julie Boardman. Listen to her discuss the spark that got her into theater, misconceptions of starting a museum, and the brand new exhibit that there now through Jan 5th!
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Museum of Broadway: https://www.themuseumofbroadway.com/
Julie on Socials:
@msjulieboardman
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Back with our current theater/broadway news episode! This week hear Rachel & Taylor discuss Hollywood on Broadway, The Muny’s announcement of their 107th season, and New York City Centers current production of Ragtime.
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With the overwhelming reception, we are diving deep into Warriors, the 2024 concept album from Lin Manuel-Miranda and Eisa Davis. Hear Rachel and & Taylor discuss the evolution of concept albums, their favorite songs, and the future of the project.
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Interviews with LMM & Eisa Davis:
BroadwayWorld: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFgMQuwF6AU
Playbill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2JxjF434YE
Quest for Craft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlXylAaXoGA&t=1072s
Hot97: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRTKuTr2n5I
Mike Birbiglia’s Working it Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRTKuTr2n5I
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Never fear, Buzz is here! Rachel & Taylor discuss all this weeks buzz including the broadway closings, broadway openings, and broadway casting!
Tune in Monday for a whole episode on Warriors!
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Plays deserve some love! Back with our series Playback, where we dive deep into plays and this week we’re diving back into Tony Kushner’s classic Angels in America Part Two: Perestroika. Hear Rachel & Taylor dive into the plot and the importance of piece overall.
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Happy Warriors Album Day! We will discuss the album next week and of course give our full thoughts. This week on What’s the Buzz hear Rachel & Taylor talk about Suffs closing, Dirty Dancing coming to Bway?, and the new Hugh Jackman/ Kate Hudson movie musical.
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We’re so excited to start this new series on the show discussing what happens Behind the Curtain. This week, hear Rachel & Taylor talk with stage manager Ali Flores and hear them discuss how to start in the field, misconceptions of stage managing, and advice for up and coming stage managers.
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**Ali’s Social Media
Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@stagemanager1618 Insta - https://www.instagram.com/stagemanager1618**
ContactAli - stagemanager1618@gmail.com
Stranger Sings at Oceanside Theater Company: https://oceansidetheatre.org/stranger-sings/
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So much news, so little time. This week on our What’s the Buzz, listen to Rachel & Taylor gab all about Wicked tickets going on sale and first thoughts from people who have seen the film, Hugh Jackman at Radio City, and character posters for AUDRA GYPSY.
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Happy Spooky Month! This week on Theater Nerds listen to Rachel & Taylor gab all about theaters greatest villains. Here them discuss what makes a villain, who are among the best, and which one’s they want to play.
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Always lots of Buzz to discuss and this week we have an extra long buzz to discuss it all. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the new shows that are going to open on Broadway this season, new casting announcements, and remembering Gavin Creel, Maggie Smith, and Ken Page
Goodbye September, Hello October. This week on the podcast listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss what truly makes the end of act one closer an ear worm. Listen to them rank their top five favorite songs. Do you agree with them?
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BroadwayWorld End of Act 1 Spotify Playlist: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Broadway-Jukebox-Broadways-Best-Act-1-Finales-20220910
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Buzz, Buzz, Buzz! Listen to Rachel & Taylor gab all about the new casting news, tony awards going back to Radio City, and Here We Are heading across the pond.
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What makes a show truly underrated? Hear we are again with our third episode discussing shows that Rachel & Taylor find underrated. Do you agree with them? What are some shows you find underrated? Let us know!
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Another Friday, another buzz and oh boy do we have a lot to discuss. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss broadway shows coming in 2025, broadway extends, and allll the broadway casting.
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Back with our series on plays, because they deserve some respect too! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss Part 1 ofTony Kushner’s Pulitzer Prize winning play Angels in America. Hear them gab all about the plot, the importance/ relevance of the piece, and their predictions for Part 2.
If you would like to join in on the Playback series, Part 2 of Angels in America will be showing up on your feeds in October. Go out to a bookstore and read the play with us, we’d love to have you join!
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Another Friday Buzz! This week hear Rachel & Taylor discuss Grey Henson staring as Buddy the Elf on Broadway, Audra re opening the Majestic, Rachel Zegler dazzling Elsie Fest, and honoring the legend James Earl Jones.
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”It’s family first and family last and family by and by” In this musical, the standard extras don’t apply. Hear Rachel & Taylor gab and deep dive the spoooky musical The Addams Family! Listen to them discuss the incredible score, the incredible cast, and whether this show is underrated? What do you think?
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Adams Family on David Letterman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7GjcCflPxeg
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Another Friday, another buzz. Hear Rachel & Taylor gab all about the rumor mill of Britney Spears starring in a Jospeh film by Jon M Chu, Notebook closing, and of course the new Wicked movie trailer and posters!
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Back with our seasonal episode and we’re getting ready for fall, even though it’s still hot as Hadestown! Hear Rachel & Taylor gab all the Broadway show opening this fall and all the show in their neck of the woods!
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BROADWAY:
The Roommate: https://theroommatebway.com/
Mcneal: https://mcnealbroadway.com/
The Hills of California: https://thehillsofcalifornia.com/
Yellow Face: https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/get-tickets/2024-2025/yellow-face/
Our Town: https://www.ourtownbroadw
Left on Tenth: https://leftontenthbroadway.com/
Romeo + Juliet: https://romeoandjulietnyc.com/
Sunset Blvd: https://sunsetblvdbroadway.com/
Maybe Happy Ending: https://www.maybehappyending.com/
A Wonderful World: https://www.louisarmstrongmusical.com/
Tammy Faye: https://tammyfayebway.com/
Death Becomes Her: https://deathbecomesher.com/
Swept Away: https://sweptawaymusical.com/
Cult of Love: https://2st.com/shows/season-46
Gypsy: https://gypsybway.com/
Eureka Day: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/24-25-season/eureka-day
Rachel’s Neck of the Woods:
Studio 10 Theater: https://www.studiotenn.com/
TPAC: https://www.tpac.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwodC2BhAHEiwAE67hJI8x5PUECkZefO69Zs_BHdx7D5qpdfwk2uCv0_yJhSzal7NO9jp4rhoCzsAQAvD_BwE
Street Theater Company: https://www.streettheatrecompany.org/
Nashville Rep: https://nashvillerep.org/
Nashville Shakespeare Festival: https://www.nashvilleshakes.org/
Taylor’s Neck of the Woods:
ECU Theater: https://theatredance.ecu.edu/
Magnolia Arts Center: https://magnoliaartscenter.com/
Raleigh Little Theater: https://raleighlittletheatre.org/
Theater Raleigh Arts Center: https://theatreraleigh.com/
Kennedy Center:
Spells of the Sea: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/young-audiences/2024-2025/spells-of-the-sea/
Clue: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/theater/2024-2025/clue/
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/theater/2024-2025/putnam-county-spelling-bee/
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Back with our current broadway/ theater news episode What’s the Buzz! Hear Rachel & Taylor gab all about the new Wicked movie footage, new casing news, SMASH rehearsal footage, and Notebook National Tour!
Also Vote on our social media for which theater draft loved most!
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Life has most certainly been lifing, but we are back! In this new series, listen to Rachel & Taylor draft 7 different categories from a year in theater!
Vote on social media pages this week which one you like the best!
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Back with our current broadway/ theater news episode What’s the Buzz! Hear Rachel & Taylor gab all about The Greatest Showman Musical announcement, Kyle Selig replacing The Flash, and Beetlejuice Jr??
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NEW SERIES! Join Rachel & Taylor as they jump into a composers body of work and choose a Hall of Fame. Five works that signify the importance and magnitude of the writers. In this episode hear them gab all about the OG composers, its Rodgers & Hammerstein!
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Announcing our weekly currently broadway news segment What’s the Buzz… first episode! Now every Friday hear Rachel & Taylor gab all about the yummy theater news, this week hear them talk about the Wicked Pt 1 Olympic Trailer, Oh Mary! Extends, and Elise Fest Returns!
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Back with our Tony’s Rewind series where Rachel & Taylor look back at at Tony Awards and see if they got it right. In this episode, hear them talk about 2016 insane season of shows, alll the performances, and the hostest with the mostest….
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MENTIONS:
Parks & Rec "On your Feet" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmUYpgptBtY
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“What’s Your Damage?” This week Rachel & Taylor dive deep into the cult classic musical Heathers! Hear them discuss the upsides and downsides to this show and the incredible score.
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Heathers The Musical on Roku: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/e5c83d6620902de69d1d3c683657e5bf/heathers-the-musical-live-stage-capture
Mental Health Agencies:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Eating Disorders Helpline: 1-800-931-2237
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
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Oh Boy, Here We Go Again! Rachel & Taylor are back with their movie musical series La La Bland and their diving back into the Mediterranean and watching Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. Listen to them discuss the purpose of this movie musical sequel/prequel and the transcendent Lily James.
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“I Have a Dream, a Song to Sing” Back again with our series La La Bland where we look back and dissect the movie musicals we all know and love. This week Rachel & Taylor fly to Greece and get ready to find their real father, that’s right its the 2008 SMASH HIT Mamma Mia.
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Restaurant in Greece: https://volkanontherocks.com/cinema/
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There are SOO many sequel’s, whether it be movies, tv, or books, coming out this year. Because of that, Rachel & Taylor decided to look into musicals that have the sequels and come up with shows that should have sequels!
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Playbill Article: https://playbill.com/article/what-8-broadway-musicals-received-the-sequel-treatment
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Here we are, after Tony season, to discuss all the theater happening this summer. Listen to Rachel & Taylor preview all the shows coming broadway, touring, out of town, and in their neck of the woods during the summer. Let us know what is showing in your area!
Broadway’s biggest night came and went and we are here to discuss it all! Hear Rachel & Taylor gab about all the winners, losers, fashion, performances, and who they think should host next years Tony’s. (Sorry Ariana, we love you girl, but it ain’t you)
Surprise! Here is a a bonus buzz episode for you all! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the current theater and broadway news that they missed while on their podadical. Hope you enjoy! Happy Tony’s Week!
WE’RE BACK! After a much needed Podadtical, Rachel & Taylor are back bringing all their original theater thoughts, and this week they are sparing no one! Listen to them go through each category and predict the winners of the 2024 Tony Awards!
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Purlie Victorious PBS: https://www.pbs.org/video/purlie-victorious-mitjay/
Jonathan Groff interviews Maria Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9Rk7ueI9Aw
Shoshana Bean performs “Teenage Love Affair”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RvgrGSYikE
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IT’S TONY TIME! We are finally here and somehow not ready for these nominations. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the nominations in detail, their surprises/ snubs, and a look back at their predictions episode.
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We’ve finally made it to the final game! Listen to Rachel and Taylor reflect on the whole bracket season, find out the results of the March Musical Madness (Song Edition), and hear them gab all about latest broadway buzz.
Finally the (real) final four! Listen to Rachel and Taylor not only discuss the song moving onto the final game, but also discuss ALL the current broadway buzz and Rachel’s most recent fabulous New York adventure.
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Brian the Broadway Analyst: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryantheba?lang=en
Playbill Discount Tickets: https://www.playbill.com/discount
Aaron & Sutton Broadway.com Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wslzJW02e0w
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Oops, apparently we (meaning Taylor) can’t do math and or sport. This is actually the ELITE EIGHT week and get ready cause there are so many fun surprises going into the final four! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the buzzy current broadway news and all the songs moving onto the final four!
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Sirus XM Merrily we Roll Along Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzNl4bGlQlo
Gatsby Musicals Explained: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4YTzZKx0VD/
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Another March Musical Madness week here on Theater Nerds! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the buzzy theater news such as Tammy Faye coming to Broadway and if Chita Rivera’s name should live on the Great White Way. And of course, find out of you all chose to move onto the next round, you won’t believe it!
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Alex Newell “Back to Before” at Broadway Backwards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isOXnxiTE1k
“For Good” Ft Kristin Chenoweth & Anna Kendrick: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiImvQTI5ZE
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Another bracket week here on Theater Nerds! Rachel & Taylor are going onto Round 2 of March Musical Madness (Song Edition). Listen to them discuss the Wicked pt 1 Vanity Fair article, Illinoise moving to Broadway, and all the songs moving onto the next round in March Musical Madness.
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Wicked Vanity Fair: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/inside-wicked-with-ariana-grande-cynthia-erivo
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It’sssss bracket season, and you know what that means. We’re back with our 2nd annual March Musical Madness (Song Edition). In this episode hear Rachel & Taylor discuss allll the theater buzz plus the first round of song moving on in the bracket!
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Da’vine Joy Randolph Interview: https://variety.com/2024/awards/news/davine-joy-randolph-holdovers-oscar-win-publicist-next-roles-1235940057/
“I’m Just Ken” Oscars performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhWqpvGq6b4
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We’re (finally) back with our series about plays, because they deserve some respect too. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the sophistication of the play Peter and the Starcatcher, their favorite characters, and also hear them pick their next play!
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Peter and the Starcatcher Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZj5yj8SDBA&t=137s
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In this episode we are finally talking about Puppets! Hear Rachel, Taylor, & special guest Darby Wiley discuss the importance of puppets in the theater space, shows with puppets, and shows we wish would have more puppets.
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Finding Nemo Musical BTS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBHSIeBWsUw&t=115s
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Tony Awards Season is coming sooner rather than later, so we decided to bring it sooner. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the (too many) shows opening this season, their nomination and possible win predictions, alongside their thoughts on the Wicked Movie First Look.
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Happy Love week! This week, we are here to talk about all things love, and what better way than to discuss all the wonderful characters that fall in love. Listen to Rachel & Taylor go through Character Couples they enjoy and why they enjoy them! Also go listen to their character couple Spotify playlist of all the songs from these iconic couples!
Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/692niSeNnjWpmFR27UWSid?si=OSIwFzklT0eo0rsw_x2wiwπ=u-FBVKq32QSKyu&nd=1&dlsi=4d6dc2550f2b4101
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We are so excited to have writer, composer, director and producer (he wears many hats) Jonathan Hogue on the show today! Hear Jonathan discuss all about his journey to producing, his journey with producing “How to Dance in Ohio”, and the misconceptions of producing.
Please go see How to Dance in Ohiobefore it closes on February 11th!
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A look back on the life of Chita Rivera: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lil42XaRFng
Clips of Hinton Battle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBZCt4mbKJM
How to Dance in Ohio:
Theater Makers Studio: https://www.theatermakersstudio.com/
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“Keep it light, Keep it bright, Keep it Gay” This week on Theater Nerds Rachel & Taylor are diving into the the movie based on a musical that is based on a movie, Mel Brooks’ 2005 movie musical The Producers! Hear them discuss whether the show could be happen in todays climate, the best songs in the show, and what makes the musical not work as a film.
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“Trumped” on Jimmy Kimmel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OemqVWi_R0k&t=92s
Nathan Lane & Matthew Broderick honor Mel Brooks at Governor’s Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6sm08W7vIM
“Keep it Gay”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-c9Z0L2YLI
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We know that spring feels so far away, but we’re back with our quarterly episode, and Rachel & Taylor are jumping full steam ahead and discussing all the overstuffed spring theater shows premiering on broadway, touring, and in our own areas. Check out these and shows in your own area!
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“Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story” We are so excited to present our 100th episode!! For such a special occasion we had to talk about one of the most influential musicals in the 21st century, Hamilton! Hear Rachel & Taylor discussion the criticisms of the show, the amazing cast, and the cultural phenomenon.
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Lin Rapping at the White House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNFf7nMIGnE
The Hamilcast: https://thehamilcast.com/
Interview with Lyra Monterio: https://slate.com/culture/2016/04/a-hamilton-critic-on-why-the-musical-isnt-so-revolutionary.html
Ham4Ham’s:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C4vmM5mQT8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7K7pvJB27w
Eliza’s Gasp: https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a33276038/hamilton-eliza-gasp-meaning-ending-explained/
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Happy New Year! We are back with our first episode of the 2024 and we could not be more excited for the year ahead, but first we are looking back at our favorite 2023 cast recordings. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss all the buzz from the holiday break, their honorable mentions, and all their favorites.
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Glynis Johns “Send in the Clowns”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAl-EawVobY
The Color purple TikTok Review: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatharinequinn/video/7319341888132238635?_r=1&_t=8ihLibUTkAo
Album cover art TikTok Review: https://www.tiktok.com/@themusicaldealer/video/7318555643340803371?_r=1&_t=8ij23bayLp0
Playbill article: https://playbill.com/article/upcoming-cast-recordings-com-171219
Rogers the Musical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6d3k_ulXcMY
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone! We truly hope that everyone is spending must needed rest with family and friends on this holiday, but we were excited to get the chance to record this fun episode. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss their holiday memories and traditions, alongside with deciding what Christmas movies should be musicals.
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“Quiet up and Listen Down” In our finale La La Bland episode of three into the world of Willy, listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the brand new musical fantasy Wonka. Hear then talk about their differing opinions on the movie, whether the music is memorable, and Timothée’s endlessly charming performance. Oh and of course we cannot forget that damn Oompa Loompa!
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Back the second of three La La Bland episodes and we continue back into the chocolate factory and talk about Tim Burton & Johnny Depp’s 2005 musical? fantasy Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Hear them gab all about differences between the two versions, Johnny Depp’s unintentional influence, and whether this is a movie musical?!
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Waitress Pro Shot link to Pre-Order: https://www.amazon.com/Waitress-Musical-Sara-Bareilles/dp/B0CLPKP45N?crid=1BNPNBRSRNTQH&keywords=waitress+the+musical&qid=1702125314&s=instant-video&sprefix=waitress+the+musi,instant-video,426&sr=1-1&linkCode=sl2&tag=filmedonsta07-20&linkId=b12be50c0934e3bf4502b442fc24d91a&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
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“Come with me, and you’ll be, in a world of our imagination" This week we continue our series La La Bland where we look back at movie musicals and discuss all the in’s and outs and for the next three weeks, Rachel & Taylor dive deep into the chocolate river and discuss all adaptions of the wonderful world of Roald Dahl and Willy Wonka! In this episode, hear them discuss the 1971 cult classic Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory with special guest Becky McNamee!
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Augustus Gloop dad eating microphone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qnEBe33ag0
Backstage Blonde: https://thebackstageblonde.co/
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Every year the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, located in Washington, DC, honors five individuals and their contribution to the world as an artist. Listen to Rachel & Taylor gab all about the history of the ceremony, their favorite performances, and the uniqueness of this award.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDcmNI9JF3k
Carol King: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zz-8RZIQxaw&t=83s
Julie Andrews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFs2GkAuwR8&t=510s
Paul Simon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxFq8dnATbs
Shirley Maclaine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi-9lo1Q7Bs
Tina Turner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XV9pAZhJ-4
Lindsay Mendez, Jonathan Groff, & Daniel Radcliffe Lie Detector Test: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcu2R62i9-E
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Happy Turkey Week to those in the United States! We could not be more thankful to listeners of the show each week! In this episode, hear Rachel & Taylor reminisce about previous Macy’s (not a sponsor) Thanksgiving Day Parade Broadway performances.
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Thanksgiving Day Parade Performances: https://playbill.com/article/from-wicked-to-newsies-watch-decades-of-performances-from-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade
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Definitely, quite possibly the longest title of a podcast ever? Listen to Rachel & Taylor this week discuss all the latest theater buzz plusss original broadway casts they would take a time machine and go back and see!
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We’re back for a part II of our episode on Underrated Shows! Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the definition of an underrated show and hear them each bring three underrated shows, in their opinion. (Also, catch up on our last underrated shows discussion, ep 12!)
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Rachel’s Shows:
A New Brain
She Loves Me
Lizzy
HM: No Exit
Taylor’s Shows:
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Bonnie & Clyde
The Crucible
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Happy Halloween Eve! We end this spoooky season with the spookiest topic of all, Nepo Babies! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the definition of nepo babies, all of the theater nepo babies, and of course the god of theater nepo babies himself, Ben Platt.
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Vulture Nero Article: nhttps://www.vulture.com/article/hollywood-nepotism-babies-list-taxonomy.html
Jake Gyllenhaal Sunday video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EuITxZnzRrw
Timothée Chalamet “Prodigal Son” clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMPWx1v7ioM&t=1s
NPH & David Burtka Couples Quiz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTkU1S0hOoY
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It’s Rachel’s turn for a Deep Dive this week, and we are talking about the one, the only, the musical that Rachel’s been waiting to discuss since the beginning, it’s CATS. Hear them discuss CATS origins, the real meaning behind the show, and the infamous Tom Hooper movie.
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Rob Madge “Out of Time" Galinda: https://www.tiktok.com/@rob_madge_/video/6963178578091527430?_r=1&_t=8gjHcjQGqek
CATS in full musical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbqP0FaRiHo
“A Newbies guide to the Jellicals”: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/12/9053165/what-are-jellicle-cats-from-the-musical
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This week on the show, Rachel & Taylor discuss all the best, worst, and unlikely parent pairs throughout theater history! Hear them also discuss allll the buzz from the week!
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Parenting Styles in Musicals Prezi: https://prezi.com/lcc21qv7nvnm/parenting-styles-in-musicals/
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“There’s no business like showBUSINESS!” This week on Theater Nerds is an episode that has been long awaiting for hosts and listeners alike, we’re talking the Business of Broadway! Hear them discuss the elements of broadway business and the importance of talking about the business side of broadway.
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The Business of Broadway: https://www.thebusinessofbroadway.com/
Bryan the Business Analyst: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryantheba/video/7286178882326383918?_t=8gFyEo8mjkM&_r=1
“The Economics of Broadway”: https://thehustle.co/the-economics-of-broadway-shows/
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? This week on Theater Nerds, hear Rachel & Taylor rewinddd the clock and discuss the 1977 Tony awards. Hear then discuss the odd musicals nominated and how much they love the little orphan Annie!
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1977 Tony Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrGrkPyMGfg
Rene Rapp Interview: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Interview-Rene-Rapp-Wants-to-EGOT-20230928
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We know that the PSL debuted a month ago, but by solstice we’re correct, so give us a break ;) We’re back with our quarterly episode, and Rachel & Taylor are jumping full steam ahead and discussing all the fun fall theater shows premiering on broadway, touring, and in our own areas. Check out these and shows in your own area!
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Broadway -
Purlie Victorious: https://purlievictorious.com/
JaJa’s African Hair Braiding: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/2023-24-season/jajas-african-hair-braiding/
Mellisa Ethridge - My Window https://melissaetheridge.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwvL-oBhCxARIsAHkOiu1VP-mhIi_j-6T9cl1OMQDVPBGW4hZHqyEpcfbtOdr2kHlSdL7dbX0aAvFVEALw_wcB
Gutenberg! The Musical: https://gutenbergbway.com/
Merrily We Roll Along: https://merrilyonbroadway.com/
I Need That: https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/get-tickets/2023-2024-season/i-need-that/
Harmony: https://harmonyanewmusical.com/
Spamalot: https://spamalotthemusical.com/
How to Dance in Ohio: https://howtodanceinohiomusical.com/
Appropriate: https://2st.com/shows/appropriate
Prayer For the French Republic: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/2023-24-season/prayer-for-the-french-republic/
Broadway Touring -
https://www.broadway.org/tours
Virginia -
Little Theater Norfolk: https://ltnonline.org/season-97-shows/
Little Theater VA Beach: https://ltvb.com/seasons/2023-2024/
Kennedy Center: https://www.kennedy-center.org/
Nashville -
Circle Players: https://www.circleplayers.net/
Nashville Children’s Theater: https://nashvillechildrenstheatre.org/
Roxy Regional Theater: https://roxyregionaltheatre.org/
Street Theater Company: https://www.streettheatrecompany.org/home
Nashville Repertory Theater: https://nashvillerep.org/
Nashville Symphony: https://www.nashvillesymphony.org/tickets/concert/2023-2024-season/david-foster-and-katharine-mcphee/
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This weak, Rachel & Taylor introduce a new series on the show called Playback in which they the respect plays deserve. Hear them discuss one of Shaespeare’s most popular comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. They gab all about the bard, the modern context of the play, and all the adaptations since its conception.
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Rachel & Taylor are pulling out their carpentry and graphic design skills to discuss set design! Hear them discuss the importance of scenic design, their expectations for sets when seeing a show, and their favorite sets from shows.
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Funny Girls Final Bows “My Man”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSrtWzN4rsM
Kristen Chenoweath wedding photos: https://people.com/kristin-chenoweth-wedding-photos-to-josh-bryant-7965737
NYT articles:
Minimalist Sets: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/08/t-magazine/broadway-minimalist-sets.html
Sets: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/19/theater/broadway-set-design-tonys.html
Turntable Tik Toks:
Newsies: https://www.tiktok.com/@j00ciejackie/video/7271753760567790891?_t=8fWd7gEnzis&_r=1
Heathers: https://www.tiktok.com/@j00ciejackie/video/7276158083028618538?_r=1&_t=8fWdAMRmlGU
Spring Awakening: https://www.tiktok.com/@j00ciejackie/video/7274755608778132778?_r=1&_t=
Designing Broadway Article: https://newyorktheater.me/2022/09/18/designing-broadway-how-derek-mclane-and-other-acclaimed-set-designers-create-the-visual-world-of-theatre/
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Back with our regularly schedule Deep Dive and this week we’re diving into one of broadway’s best and brightest, it’s Jonathan Groff! Hear all about his humble beginnings, eclectic career, and where Rachel & Taylor want to see him next!
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Vogue “Merrily we Roll Along” Article: https://www.vogue.com/article/merrily-we-roll-along-broadway-preview
Jeremy Jordan “Little Shop” Interview: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwktEe4gEor/
Jonathan Groff forgetting left behind video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIcve-Zom_Y&t=5s
Jonathan Groff “Side by Side” by Susan Blackwell Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxW457iToTc & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NctdhTehNdg
Jonathan Groff performs “Anything Goes”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQv_hZwyz5Q
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Amidst technical difficulties and cat appearances, we finally got this episode out and this week HSMTMTS comes to an end, which is now streaming in full on Disney+ (not a sponser). Rachel & Taylor are here to recap and review the final season. Hear them discuss the season’s ups/downs, their mvp's and fav songs, and the incredible LQBTQ+ representation in the show.
“Summer Loving, had me a blast!” This week Rachel & Taylor are discussing the wild world of showmances! Listen to them gab about all the current theater buzz, their own showmance stories, and popular theater showmances!
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Eva Noblezada Final Hadestown Performance Bows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5ZJGmy2IoM
Hollywood Reporter Bernstein Defending Maestro: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/bradley-cooper-leonard-bernstein-family-maestro-prosthetic-nose-1235567972/
Maestro Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU6GbM5c9aE
Playbill Article https://playbill.com/article/til-there-was-you-broadways-best-showmances-com-208061
Ashley Spencer & Jeremy Jordan Vids:
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Going from Lame to Lit! We’re back with our wonderful movie musical series La La Bland! Today Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2023 instant classic musical comedy film Theater Camp! Listen to them discuss their unique theater watching experiences, their fav songs, and does the movie deserve any awards recognition?
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People Interview with Ben & Noah: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oggYkQBvy4k
Take a Bow Podcast Interview with Ben & Noah: https://www.takeabowpod.com/podcast/episode/24f2e834/165-ben-platt-and-noah-galvin
“She’s Using” Clip from Theater Camp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kuQ7UcEcFs
Theater Camp Kids performance at Sundance Film Festival 2023: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tbF0hFyjF4
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? This week on Theater Nerds, hear Rachel & Taylor rewinddd the clock and discuss the 2008 Tony awards. They gab all about Whoopi’s hosting and LMM’s rise.
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Reba wants Caroline Innerbichler to play her in Biopic: https://playbill.com/article/reba-mcentire-wants-shuckeds-caroline-innerbichler-to-play-her-in-a-biopic#:~:text=Reba%20McEntire%20Wants%20Shucked's%20Caroline,Her%20in%20a%20Biopic%20%7C%20Playbill&text=The%20beloved%20country%20star%20says,she'd%20cast%20as%20herself.
Narnia on Stage: https://www.lionwitchonstage.com/gallery/
In the Heights Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxwhLXrPp2s&t=425s
Lin Manuel Miranda’s 2008 Tony Acceptance Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYeMCgPT5HQ
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“They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway!” This week, listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the theaters on broadway, their history, fun facts, and their own stories of seeing shows in them!
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Bryan the Broadway Business Analyst: https://www.tiktok.com/@bryantheba/video/7260236810964454702?_r=1&_t=8eKFvLQlGRS
Lea Salonga Fan Encounter in Dressing Room: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf-v8PH5SqA
ITH “Chasing Broadway Dreams” Doc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxwhLXrPp2s
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“We Rock, We Rock On!” This week, join Rachel & Taylor to discuss their theater camp experiences and all about the ups, downs, and wonderful memories made at theater camp. Also hear them discuss the real or notsoreal relationship of Boq and Glinda.
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TMZ Article about Ariana & Ethan: https://www.tmz.com/2023/07/20/ariana-grande-dating-wicked-costar-ethan-slater-split-husband-dalton-gomez/
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“Everybody say Yeah, Yeah!” This week on Theater Nerds, we are discussing drag in shows, not to be confused with dragon shows (hehe). Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss all of the wonderful shows that incorporate drag, some fun historical facts of drag, and the importance of raising awareness to the safeness of drag shows amidst contradicting legislation.
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NPR Ep: https://www.npr.org/2023/03/03/1161051121/how-bills-restricting-drag-could-impact-high-school-theatre-productions
Blog Post: https://www.onstageblog.com/editorials/2023/7/13/mrs-doubtfire-touring-is-irresponsible-and-dangerous
History of Drag Article: https://playbill.com/article/from-ancient-greece-to-angry-inch-take-a-look-at-the-history-of-drag-in-theatre-com-357650
Stephen Sondheim House Tour: https://playbill.com/article/get-a-look-at-stephen-sondheims-7-million-home-now-for-sale?fbclid=IwAR3Sdu2MTNTQnlq2TNRKrnisLN010WMtaT2Jl-6326eJ3tmmes1Uw8b2eMY
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Summer is in full swing and we’re grateful for air conditioning. This week, Rachel & Taylor discuss their favorite theater experiences from dancing Newsies to squishy SpongeBob’s, there are many meaningful memories to hear from these two theater nerds.
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Stephanie J Block Explaining “Defying Gravity”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMY3a0N7W9Q
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Will you share your life with me, for the next ten minutes? This week we’re diving into the JRB classic, The Last Five Years. Hear Rachel & Taylor discuss the show’s origins, their fav songs/ moments in the show, and whether they side with Cathy or Jamie.
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Andrew and Jennifer interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sF5J1jOBfBY
Jonathan Bailey audition LFY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaYkbc-9eo8
Cynthia and Josh LFY AUDIO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15NCG3wCZ-Y&t=2637s
Track by track breakdown Playbill: https://playbill.com/article/a-track-by-track-breakdown-of-the-last-five-years-soundtrack-com-341742
“96,000” In the Heights movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1THRAluOGI
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“We’re having a heatwave!” Back with our quarterly episode, listen to Rachel & Taylor preview the Summer theater slate of shows to look for in their on broadway, in their areas, and all around the country.
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Broadway Shows Summer 2023: https://www.vulture.com/article/best-new-shows-broadway-off-broadway-in-2023.html
Broadway Touring: https://www.broadway.org/tours
The Muny: https://muny.org/
La Jolla Playhouse: https://lajollaplayhouse.org/
Kennedy Center: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/
Nashville’s Street Theater Company: https://www.streettheatrecompany.org/home
Nashville Shakespeare Festival: https://www.nashvilleshakes.org/
Little Theater of Norfolk: https://ltnonline.org/
Little Theater of Virginia Beach: https://ltvb.com/
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We’re back baby! The Tony Awards happened last week and we’re here to discuss all the wonderful wackiness of the unscripted show. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the fashion, all the performances, and all the speeches at the 2023 Tony Awards!
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2023 Tony Winners!: https://www.tonyawards.com/winners/year/2023/category/any/show/any/
Red Carpet Lewks: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/red-carpet-dresses/g44172353/tony-awards-2023-celebrity-red-carpet-looks/
Lea Michele 2010 “Don’t Rain on my Parade”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNHVwwIIJXc
Michaela Diamond “You Don’t Know This Man”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj-hkbEvUJc
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We’re one week from the Tony Awards!! And that means, our predictions our upon us. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss who till take home all the spinning statues alongside ALL THE BUZZ from this past week!
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List of Tony Noms: https://www.tonyawards.com/nominees/
Brandon Uranowitz broadway.com interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1ikKJJg_f0
Michaela Diamond broadway.com interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmjLZ8BPfW8
Colton Ryan broadway.com interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9msMoCYjaE
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Only one more week until our 2023 Tony Predictions! In the meantime, listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss some of the biggest and brightest Tony snubs throughout the years.
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The Color Purple Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPwzBUui1GA
Aaron Tveit Acceptence Speech: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1263113787445472
‘Mamma Will Provide’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBl9ooH-W5E
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Halfway through our Tony’s month coverage and there is SO MUCH HAPPENING! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the best Tony awards bits throughout the years and allll the recent theater news.
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Jonathan Bailey LFY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaYkbc-9eo8
Theater fan choice awards: https://www.broadwayworld.com/vote3.cfm?category=1
Broadway.com audience choice awards: https://www.broadway.com/buzz/203212/into-the-woods-leads-2023-broadwaycom-audience-choice-awards-nominations-final-voting-now-open/
Kevin Spacey Opening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcTfhMT2_4o
“Bigger” NPH Opening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8SeysuMpA0
NPH 2011 Tony’s Closing Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ocht_vicpc
Writing the Closing Number 2011 Tony’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CR-sAit8LE
‘Brotherhood of Men’ Tony’s Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNTeeHhpxBE
‘Anything Goes’ Tony’s Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3b5XRd15KM
Broadway Carpool Karaoke: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YshgmStEZh0
Billy Porter Commercial Break Tony Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCbJwsl-vts
‘Kiss LA Goodbye’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnB6ynZEr2U
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“Springtime for Hitler!” This week on Tony’s Month, we are rewinding 20 years back to the 2001 Tony awards where The Producers was in the hit show and oh boy do we see The Full Monty. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all the current theater news and if these 2001 shows stand the test of time.
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Full 2001 Tony’s Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PC8hOk1R63s&t=5361s
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
ALW Coronation Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ianmilleruk/video/7230030723967683866?_r=1&_t=8c6XX8KGknO&social_sharing=v1
2023 Tony Awards Not Televised: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Tony-Awards-Will-Not-Be-Televised-on-June-11-Due-to-WGA-Strike-20230512
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Tony’s month on Theater Nerds continues with a full recap and reactions to this years Tony Nominations! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss some buzzy theater news, Myles’ and Lea’s deliverance of the nominations, and all the Surprises/Snubs of the noms!
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Ham4Ham Sweeney Todd Cast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLaVRAnVYiY
NYT Tony’s Article: https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/05/02/theater/tony-awards-nominations
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Happy Tony’s Month! For the next month (and some change) we will be covering Tony news old and new. This week hear Rachel & Taylor discuss what makes a great Tony host and who they deem the best host of the award show.
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Shucked Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhVUrrwdGrA
“Where is Love” from Oliver! at New York City Center: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeMSeIBaeGY
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This week we are discussing the Actors’ Equity Association. Are they needed? How they started? Why are there so many rules?…Oh and also, the living legend and broadway diva herself Patti LuPone. In addition, hear Rachel & Taylor start a new segment on the show!
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Phantom Orchestra: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/09/nyregion/phantom-opera-orchestra.html
Jimmy Awards:
Andrew Barth Feldman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4HGSE2dd9Y
Reneé Rapp: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zM8ES58PoFo
Eva Noblezada: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4Zt3cNsQLU
Ryan McCartan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htoA4oG0Ak0
Patti on The View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BdlPDL66bM
Rachel’s Actor’s Equity Info Tik-Tok’s:
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Back to our regularly scheduled programing! This week on theater nerds, listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss their favorite finale’s and why they are an important aspect to a show. Alongside, hear them discuss theater news such as Ariana Debose hosting the Tony’s and Jon M. Chu directing a Joseph movie!
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Ariana Debose hosting Tony Awards: https://www.tonyawards.com/news/academy-award-winner-and-tony-award-nominee-ariana-debose-returns-to-host-the-76th-annual-tony-awards-airing-live-sunday-june-11-on-cbs/
Kimberly Akimbo National Tour: https://playbill.com/article/broadways-kimberly-akimbo-to-embark-on-a-national-tour-in-2024
Jon M. Chu Directing Joseph Movie: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Jon-M-Chu-to-Direct-JOSEPH-THE-AMAZIN-TECHNICOLOR-DREAMCOAT-Film-Adaptation-20230412
Actor’s Equity & Broadway Touring Contracts: https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Actors-Equity-Broadway-League-Reach-Agreement-On-Touring-Contracts-Following-Unite-The-Road-Campaign-20230413
Camelot Opening: https://www.instagram.com/p/CqoDbyOO5W6/
FatHam Opening: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq8bmy-uUJP/
Summer,1976 Opening: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq_IPiIujPg/
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“It’s the FINAL COUNTDOWN” We’ve made it to the end of the March Musical Madness and two show duke off and a winner is revealed! Also, hear Rachel & Taylor discuss Shucked’s opening reviews, Olivier Awards, and Schmigadoon! season 2!
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Katrina Lenk Miscast ‘2018’ - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4lKi3VbB_Y
Oliver Awards:
Entire Ceremony - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-bhcMciins
Newsies Performance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfLOAERaIc0
Standing at the Sky’s Edge Performance- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVKi5xiwtIU
Tammy Faye Performance - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BK7JjiGPY6s&t=202s
Shucked Interview on CBS - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vy2im75Ip5M
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It’s the final four! Join Rachel & Taylor as they brave into these four shows and move them forward for the final showdown.
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Jumping into our Elite Eight this week for March Musical Madness. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss their picks to move onto the final four, current broadway news, and stories from their recent theater adventures.
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Pink! on Kelly Clarkson singing “All I know so Far”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZuPYBP9bnU
Some Like it Hot director bows: https://www.tiktok.com/@themeparksentertainment/video/7214339692563549482
Broadway Week on Today Show:
Shucked! - https://www.today.com/video/-shucked-star-performs-somebody-will-live-on-today-166658117885
Parade - https://www.today.com/video/ben-platt-and-micaela-diamond-perform-this-is-not-over-yet-166414405837
Ragtime Reunion - https://www.today.com/video/-ragtime-stars-perform-wheels-of-a-dream-live-on-today-166240325511
Bad Cinderella - https://www.today.com/video/cast-of-bad-cinderella-performs-medley-from-broadway-musical-165967429592
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We’re going into round three with our Sweet 16! Join Rachel & Taylor discuss all the shows moving onto the Elite Eight and their off-broadway/Broadway run! Also hear them discuss all the current theater news!
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March Madness Mascot Article:https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/march-madness-2023-best-mascots-ranking
Parade Carpet Fav JRD Song: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp5i0P-JflN/
Victor Garber ‘Ballad of Booth’: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp21M8OgPWD/
Modern Day Les Misérables: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctoe9Law6lU
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In this next round of March Musical Madness Rachel & Taylor dive deep into each musical and discuss their plot and have some hard hitting debates. Which musicals will make it into the sweet 16?! You’ll have to just listen to find out!
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Heathers on Roku: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/1b4a6188314459279a4688aacc4d4b8f/heathers-the-musical
The Phantom of the Opera Musicians Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/09/nyregion/phantom-opera-orchestra.html
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We’re get’ching our head in the game! In this extra special long episode, Rachel & Taylor start off Round 1 with introducing each division, calling in a friend for tie breakers, and deciding the what shows move onto the sweet 16.
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“Pulitzer may own the world but her don’t know much!” In this episode, Rachel & Taylor discuss the 10, that’s right only 10, musicals awarded the Pulitzer Prize for drama. Hear them talk about what they all have in common and if they chose correctly.
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Pulitzer Prize Musicals: https://www.bothsidesofthecurtain.com/post/pulitzer-prize-winning-musicals
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“Fade in on a girl, with a hunger for fame, and a face and a name to remember” That’s right, this week we are deep diving the 2012 iconic NBC drama SMASH. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the show’s origins, their fav songs, and where the heck is the Bombshell broadway show?!
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Stars in the House SMASH Reunion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uqf_g8ZTMvc
Bombshell in Concert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ws5XQiIFGhg
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Happy (early) Love Day! Today on Theater Nerds, listen to Rachel & Taylor gab all about their fav broadway power couples and some fun and notsofun Valentine memories.
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History of Valentine’s Day Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-5An9Hy8DY
Sutton Foster and Christian Borle Interview on Gilmore Girls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Nr1qZdUBbA
Fosse/Verdon on Hulu: https://www.hulu.com/series/151fed30-9719-4620-ac13-3aadbfc5be43
Steven Pasquale Miscast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uo7gJMOR8KY
Jeremy Jordan & Ashley Spencer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Qyc7Q7DhHk
Inside Daveed Diggs & Emmy Raver-Lampman’s LA Home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKUyX7cjum4
Couples on Stage: https://www.tiktok.com/@broadway1011/video/7190849664038538542?_r=1&_t=8ZbLnqIFodC
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the 1984 Tony Award’s. They discuss this years unique difference from others, a conversation about serious vs simple shows, and the current Tony’s award discussion.
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Full 1984 Tony Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtmrHztScb8
Jerry Herman Acceptance Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o4z6bMiuVw
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
2023 New Tony Rules: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/tony-awards-rules-that-voters-shows-season-1235315473/
Justin’s NYT Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/theater/tonys-justin-david-sullivan-and-juliet.html
Justin’s Playbill Article: https://www.playbill.com/article/juliets-justin-david-sullivan-declines-tony-award-eligibility-critiques-gendered-performance-categories
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Books, books, books! Rachel and Taylor dive into the wonderful world of literature and discuss its influence on the world of theater. Hear them gab all about the shows they love that are based on books and books they want to see turned into shows in the future!
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PlayBill Article: https://playbill.com/article/35-broadway-shows-based-on-books
Stephanie Hsu Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cWaJ1DVRfE&t=1433s
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“Springtime for Hitler and Germany” It’s that time for Theater Nerds, where Rachel & Taylor look at the shows opening this spring on Broadway, in their local area, and all around the country!
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Broadway:
Pictures from Home: https://picturesfromhomebroadway.com/
A Doll’s House: https://www.thehudsonbroadway.com/whatson/a-dolls-house/
Parade: https://paradebroadway.com/
Dancin: https://www.dancinbway.com/
Bad Cinderella: https://badcinderellabroadway.com/
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street: https://sweeneytoddbroadway.com/
Life of Pi: https://www.lifeofpibway.com/
Shucked: https://shuckedmusical.com/
Fat Ham: https://www.fathambroadway.com/
Camelot: https://www.lct.org/shows/camelot/
Peter Pan Goes Wrong: https://pangoeswrongbway.com/
Prima Facie: https://primafacieplay.com/
Good Night, Oscar: https://goodnightoscar.com/
Summer, 1976: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/2022-23-season/summer-1976/
New York, New York: https://newyorknewyorkbroadway.com/
Nashville:
August Wilson’s Fences: https://nashvillerep.org/fences-1
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time: https://nashvillerep.org/curiousincident
Violet: https://nashvillerep.org/violet
Norfolk:
James and the Giant Peach: https://ltnonline.org/season-96-shows/
Murder on the Orient Express: https://ltvb.com/shows/murder-on-the-orient-express/
Broadway on Tour: https://www.broadway.org/tours
Lottery on Tour: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/
Parade Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymn3xLMJRDI
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“You are not or shiny cars or mirrors or French cologne. You are the river, the moon, the stars.” In this episode, Rachel & Taylor dive deep into the 1990 cult classic musical Once on this Island. Hear them discuss the musical’s themes, a cultural reflection, and the stunning 2017 revival.
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NYT Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/03/theater/review-once-on-this-island-revived-and-ravishing.html
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It’s only the second week of January, and we’re still reflecting. In this episode, Rachel & Taylor discuss all the wonderful Cast Recordings of the year 2022.
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Strange loop tiny desk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObD7Qjai55Y
Strange loop Tony’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=barhZIdDa_Q
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“Do you hear the people sing?…” In this episode we introduce our brand new series, La La Bland where we revisit movie musicals. Join us on the barricade as we discuss the movies longgg development history, the crazy cast that could have been, and if the film holds up today.
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Samantha Announced as Eponine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkUrgSMIICY
Miley Cyrus Audition Tape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZVmRa2kpEY
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! As the official Matilda Day, we have an incredible bonus episode for you all! In today’s episode Rachel & Taylor interview Sophia Gennusa, who played Matilda in the original company on Broadway. Listen to Sophia discuss her audition process, fun show mishaps, and performing at the Tony’s!
Go watch Matilda the movie musical on Netflix!
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Matilda on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/search?q=matilda%20&jbv=80993016
MJ the Musical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJk6sgZPP4c
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2011 Tony Award’s. In which they discuss The Book of Mormon’s relevance today, NPH’s stellar hosting, and how Harry Potter danced his way into our little hearts.
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Full Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxCS8KiCZZw
Full 1976 Tony Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGRw1qOr8Qg
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
Opening Number Background: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/04/theater/tony-awards-history.html
Jonathan Groff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQv_%20%20hZwyz5Q&t=157s
Writing Tony’s Closing Rap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4CR-sAit8LE
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From Sandy to Bruiser and Rosie the Elephant, pets have been in shows entertaining us for decades! In this episode, listen to Rachel and Taylor discuss the origin of pets in shows, their own experience with pets, and who their fav pets have been in shows!
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Toto fall off the stage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULlGGnpmOvI
“Take me or Leave me” Fall off the stage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tQnZZI3wK0
Broadway.com top 10 Animals you want as pets: https://www.broadway.com/buzz/189109/the-fans-have-spoken-the-top-10-broadway-animals-you-want-to-adopt/
Roxy the Dog Interview: https://www.theatermania.com/new-york-city-theater/news/final-bow-roxie-the-dog-from-lady-day-at-emersons-_70011.html
You Can’t Take It With You Cats: https://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/broadway-finds-purrfect-star-article-1.1907214
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“When I grow up, I will brave enough to fight the creatures.” Today we’re deep diving the musical about a girl with incredible abilities, its Matilda! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the musical’s origins, fav songs, and their expectations for the upcoming Netflix film out Dec 25th!
Be on the lookout for our bonus episode on Dec 25th that is a companion to this episode!
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Past, Present, and Future! We’ve got em, and Rachel & Taylor talk about all of the broadway divas from every era and their importance to the community as a whole.
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Patti yelling at audience member in Company: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jPaDJvdGHs
Patti yelling at audience member during Gypsy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WruzPfJ9Rys
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Happy Turkey Week, or Tofurkey for all you vegetarians/ vegans! For those is America, this week we celebrate Thanksgiving, and thus in this episode Rachel & Taylor discuss what their most thankful for about theater!
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Heathers on RoKu: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/e5c83d6620902de69d1d3c683657e5bf/heathers-the-musical
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Stage door memories can be life changing for some theater nerds. In this episode listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss stage door history, proper etiquette of the stage door experience, and their own stage door memories!
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Video about Barrett Wilbert Weed Stage Door Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tn8CZu1jsFY
Sara Bareilles at ITW Stage Door: https://www.tiktok.com/@garidgarcia/video/7114945130926230830?is_from_webapp=v1&item_id=7114945130926230830⟨=en
Hugh Jackman at Music Man Stage Door: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KnRkvUA0hI
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“We need some Light” This week on Theater Nerds, Rachel & Taylor are deep diving the 2009 Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning musical Next to Normal. Hear them discuss the shows unique road to broadway, the immaculate score, and the jaw-dropping cast.
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Next to Normal Bootleg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMuK9FDnLaE
Normal Life with Kyle Dean Massey - Blog 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3xYNA99Ars
Next to Normal: The Road to Broadway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6t0tI4IhJSU
Next to Normal Reunion Stars in the House: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLK_bXZjT_4&t=1794s
NYT Article about Broadway in 2009: https://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/06/theater/06bway.html
“Costco” from Off-Broadway N2N: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jm7Pkimbds
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This is Halloween! Happy Halloween everyone, we hope you are all dressed up and ready for those candy comas! In this episode, Rachel & Taylor discuss some spookyyy shows, their fav candy options, and also suggestions for costumes!
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The Try Guys Try Broadway: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FiNjmGz_2g&t=806s
Heathers on Roku: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/details/e5c83d6620902de69d1d3c683657e5bf/heathers-the-musical
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the 1976 Tony Award’s which involved a musical montage, Chicago showing some skin, and A Chorus Line soaring.
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Full 1976 Tony Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGRw1qOr8Qg
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
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We’re fall…ing into the Disney Theatrical one more time! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss current and future Disney productions while also making their predictions of Disney films that should become stage shows.
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Disney on Broadway: https://disneyonbroadway.com/
History of Disney Theatrical Productions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney_Theatrical_Productions
Freaky Friday Musical Bootleg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0PzBF3JKgg&t=5853s
“Just One Day” from Freaky Friday DCOM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIcOcM809qw&t=130s
“Monster” from Frozen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0T6N6sevm4
“Go the Distance” from Hercules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXsDe21ZyPI
Krysta Rodriguez’s “I Won’t Say I’m in Love” from Hercules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqqzqPmCf0c
Winnie the Pooh musical clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehjJfB4vhTA
Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical: https://ratatousical.com/
Future of Disney Theatrical Productions: https://playbill.com/article/disney-theatrical-productions-reveals-next-steps-for-hercules-and-the-jungle-book-musicals-aida-revival-more
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We’re back for more and this time we’re going Under the Sea while Carrying the Banner! Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the middle years of Disney Theatrical Productions and their influence on the industry.
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Disney on Broadway: https://disneyonbroadway.com/
History of Disney Theatrical Productions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney_Theatrical_Productions
Mary Poppins OBC “Step in Time”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VNGIQ51aiw
Mary Poppins OBC “SuperCali”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkHV6THFoDs
The Little Mermaid OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkZW5n2XDHU
“Under the Sea” OBC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DUXVAg7oWg
Newsies OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5wvimJFi9s
Newsies on Disney+ : https://www.disneyplus.com/movies/newsies-the-broadway-musical/2TlbstTMvio2
Peter and the Starcatcher OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZj5yj8SDBA
Aladdin OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4sl3sQPzgc
The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Paper Mill Playhouse Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsWfKVJdNp0
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Beauties, beasts, puppets, and swinging apes. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the beginnings of Disney Theatrical Productions and the early influence they had on the theater community.
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Disney on Broadway: https://disneyonbroadway.com/
History of Disney Theatrical Productions: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney_Theatrical_Productions
Beauty and the Beast OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDhnKf1Nj6Y
The Lion King OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ssqAl7vAwA
King David Concert Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSKCvO4H5GE
Aida OBC Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_R7NHAWqIo
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‘Oh the thinks you can think, when you think about Seuss!’ Listen to Rachel & Taylor dive deep into the Ahrens & Flaherty’s unfortunate early 2000s flop and the legacy of the show today.
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Aaron Carter in Seuss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFatMjn_lYU
Rosie in Seuss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDnGRrHoJKk
Seuss Clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNEyKaiGFyU
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2003 Tony Award’s where fashion choices were made and Hairspray shined. Also, don’t miss their final thoughts on the HSMTMTS finale!
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2003 Tony Award’s Entire Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WNEgvL6EWs&list=WL&index=3
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
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Are all actors replaceable? Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the differences between replacements, understudies, and swings and their favorite replacements of the past and present.
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Playbill’s top 10 Replacements - https://playbill.com/article/the-top-10-broadway-musical-replacements-com-209050
Laura Benanti Interview about replacing in My Fair Lady - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-P8gi_W5ZE&t=695s
Lea Michele’s “Don’t Rain on my Parade” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TFGETFYOC7c
Broadway.com Video with Julie Benko and Max Clayton - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2brAWExRfOE
Cynthia Erivo’s “I’m Here” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKtFfqinmWo
The Color Purple on Today Show - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6bLKmCqsy0
Don’t Worry Darling Drama Timeline: https://www.vulture.com/2022/09/dont-worry-darling-drama-timeline.html
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Pumpkin spice, Sweaters, and cool fall nights. We’re nearing that time of year and that means it’s time to look at all the theater that will grace the stage this fall. Listen to Rachel & Taylor preview the Fall theater slate of shows to look for in their areas, broadway touring, and all around the country.
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Broadway Touring: https://www.broadway.org/tours
Broadway Shows:
Into the Woods: https://intothewoodsbway.com/
1776: https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/get-tickets/2022-2023-season/1776/
The Piano Lesson: https://pianolessonplay.com/
Almost Famous: https://almostfamousthemusical.com/
Kimberly Akimbo: https://kimberlyakimbothemusical.com/
Kpop Musical: https://kpopbroadway.com/
&Juliet: https://andjulietbroadway.com/
Some Like it Hot: https://somelikeithotmusical.com/
A Beautiful Noise: https://abeautifulnoisethemusical.com/
Ohio State Murders: https://ohiostatemurdersbroadway.com/
The Collaboration: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/2022-23-season/the-collaboration/
Death of a Salesman: https://www.thehudsonbroadway.com/whatson/death-of-a-salesman/
Cost of Living: https://www.manhattantheatreclub.com/shows/2022-23-season/cost-of-living/
Leopoldstadt: https://leopoldstadtplay.com/
Topdog/Underdog: https://topdogunderdog.com/
Ain’t No Mo’: https://aintnomobway.com/
Off Broadway:
Merrily We Roll Along: https://www.nytw.org/show/merrily-we-roll-along/
The Notebook Musical: https://www.chicagoshakes.com/plays_and_events/notebook
Papermill Playhouse’s The Sound of Music: https://my.papermill.org/overview/som
Kennedy Center’s Guys and Dolls: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/theater/2022-2023/guys-and-dolls?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=23TTBCSG%26DEM3&utm_content=version_A&pid=5877586&promocode=480765
Nashville Area:
Nashville Rep Rent!: https://www.tpac.org/event/2022-09-16-to-2022-09-25-rent/
Nashville Ballet Cinderella: https://www.tpac.org/event/2022-10-06-to-2022-10-09-cinderella/
Nashville Rep The Cake: https://www.tpac.org/event/2022-10-21-to-2022-10-30-the-cake/
Nashville Rep Elf the Musical: https://www.tpac.org/event/2022-12-21-to-2023-01-01-elf-the-musical/
Norfolk/ Virginia Beach:
Virginia Stage Company -
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: https://www.vastage.org/cat
The Hobbit: https://www.vastage.org/hobbit
A Very Merry Christmas Carol: https://www.vastage.org/acc22
Little Theater of Virginia Beach -
Dracula: https://ltvb.com/shows/dracula/
White Christmas: https://ltvb.com/shows/white-christmas-2/
Hurrah Players:
The Lion King Jr.: https://hurrahplayers.com/upcoming-shows/
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They come in all shapes and sizes. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss the origin of Jukebox Musicals, their rise to popularity post Mamma Mia, and what type of jukebox they would like to see in the future.
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Jukebox Musicals: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jukebox_musical
Springsteen on Broadway: https://www.netflix.com/title/80232329
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Follow Rachel & Taylor Into the Woods as they talk about this iconic piece of musical theater. Hear them discuss the shows origins, the incredible casts over the years, and fun facts about the Sondheim classic.
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Sondheim & Lapine Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Bjr0LbDKks
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From Little Orphan Annie, to Matilda, Jack and the Beanstalk, and whole show full of raging hormonal 13 years old’s, kids have been around the block. Listen to Rachel & Taylor discuss all their favorite kid characters, shows, and celebrities who started on the stage.
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Where Are They Now?: https://playbill.com/article/where-are-these-35-broadway-kids-now
13 Musical Bootleg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft4MBuA9JUM&t=784s
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2015 Tony Award’s where we found out Vanessa Hudgens bff, Fun Home soared, and Kristen Chenoweth & Alan Cumming delighted as hosts.
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2015 Tony Award’s opening:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ol_d40XjcHU
2015 Tony Award’s Entire Show: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-tony-awards/umc.cmc.5ascf02zmgdpy8h8e3vidlbqm
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
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Oh boy, do we have thoughts?! Join Rachel & Taylor on their discussion of shows that they consider are OVERRATED.
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Rachel’s Shows:
1) The Greatest Showman
2) Hamilton
3) Grease
4) Mamma Mia!
5) The Phantom of the Opera
Taylor’s Shows:
1) The Lion King
2) Cats
3) West Side Story
4) Macbeth
5) The Phantom of the Opera
Greatest Showman Crosswalk Musical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZSVf-yD7N8&list=WL&index=2
“This is Me” Rehearsal Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLFEvHWD_NE
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What’s Your Damage? In this episode, Rachel & Taylor discuss and dissect well known TV musical episodes. Listen to them talk why they think these musical episodes exist, did Glee scare musical episodes away?, and the future of television musical media.
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TV Musical Episodes:
Riverdale Musical Ep’s on Netflix: “A Night to Remember” - Season 2, Ep 18, “Big Fun” - Season 3, Ep 16, “Wicked Little Town” - Season 4, Ep 17, “Next to Normal” - Season 5, Ep 18.
Even Stevens on Disney+ and Youtube: “Influenza the Musical” - Season 2, Ep 21.
Scrubs on Hulu: “My Musical” - Season 6, Ep 6.
Grey’s Anatomy on Netflix: “Song Beneath the Song” - Season 7, Ep 18.
Community on Netflix & Prime Video: “Regional Holiday Music” - Season 3, Ep 10.
Psych on Peacock & Prime Video: “Psych the Musical” - Season 7, Ep 15/16.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer on Prime Video: “Once More, with Feeling” - Season 6, Ep 7.
How I Met Your Mother on Prime Video: “Girls Versus Suits” - Season 5, Ep 12.
That ‘70s Show on Prime Video: “That ‘70s Musical” - Season 4, Ep 24.
7th Heaven on Paramount+ & Prime Video: “Red Socks” - Season 9. Ep 15.
Musical TV Shows:
Glee - Streaming on Disney+ & Hulu
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist - Streaming on Peacock
Soundtrack - Streaming on Netflix
Schmigadoon! - Streaming on AppleTV+
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series - Streaming on Disney+
6th Period Song from “Influenza the Musical” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35cf-38VDtg
Spamalot Tony Award Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yRlnSgu-bY
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What is it about the cushy red velvet seats, the lights dimming, and the electric live energy that we love from performing art? Listen to Rachel & Taylor this week discuss their love of performing art and why they feel it is more important now than ever.
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Omigod You Guys! Listen to Rachel & Taylor deep dive Legally Blonde the Musical. Hear them discuss this electric cast, social commentary, and The Search for Elle Woods.
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Legally Blonde the Musical MTV Pro-Shot: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RiX-EJA8n4w&t=5621s
The Search for Elle Woods: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfT9O-8oS2o&t=20s
Legally Blonde Bike Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLaUy89oDyg&t=3s
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On this fun summer holiday (for us Americans), what else defines summer more than Theme Parks! Join Rachel & Taylor’s discuss their own theme park show memories, local and well known theme park shows, and broadway actors who started in theme parks performing!
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Backstage Article: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/how-a-theme-park-gig-prepares-you-for-broadway-67994/
Disney World Orlando: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/
Festival of Lion King - WDW Animal Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evKEJkFTPOI
Finding Nemo the Musical - WDW Animal Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTXm4eqisJU
Journey Into Jungle Book - WDW Animal Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1yr0ocNDwE
Tarzan Rocks! - WDW Animal Kingdom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwq9kQMPTu0
Disney Land California: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/
Fantasy Faire - Disneyland Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XhLh9M_hmY
Disney California Adventure: https://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disney-california-adventure/?CMP=OKC-336894_GM_DLR_destination_disneycaliforniaadventurepark_NA
Aladdin - Disney California Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB5DIv555MQ
Disney Wonder Cruise: https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/ships/wonder/
Toy Story the Musical - Disney Wonder Cruise Line: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDZWOaiSZ2I
Frozen, A Musical Spectacular - Disney Wonder Cruise line: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgL3vp8bEK0
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: https://buschgardens.com/williamsburg/homepage/
Celtic Fyre - Ireland Pavilion Williamsburg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjGar9GzWW4
Octoberzest - German Pavillion Williamsburg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7shUCjYueKs
Busch Gardens Tampa: https://buschgardens.com/tampa/
Turn it Up - Moroccan Palace Tampa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uEG7gs3LBtM
Cirque Electric - Stanleyville Theater Tampa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbNLInnfByc
Let’s Play Together - Sunny Day Theater Tampa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-V9rffC3xE
Inceploration - Tampa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGCXJsePdHM
Universal Studios Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us
Blues Brothers Show - Orlando: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t41rjLHp_yY
Bourne Stuntacular - Orlando: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsEnbWqSAn4
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Universal Studios Orlando: https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/universal-orlando-resort/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/hub
Frog Choir - Wizard World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnNKzcaiILU
Celestina Warbeck and the Banshees - Wizard World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWdOo5YHUR0
The Tales of Beedle the Bard - Wizard World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvNAMD3BfUQ
Dollywood Dinner Shows: https://www.dollywood.com/shows/
Dolly Parton’s Stampede: https://www.dollywood.com/shows/dpstampede/
Pirates Voyage: https://www.dollywood.com/shows/pirates-voyage/
Hatfield & McCoy: https://hatfieldmccoydinnerfeud.com/
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Rachel & Taylor discuss the 1988 Tony Award’s and Patti LuPone agelessness, Madonna’s impromptu comedic chops, and the clashing musicals Into the Woods and The Phantom of the Opera.
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Entire 1988 Tony Award’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1TYwKVVH-M
“Costco” Pre-Broadway Next to Normal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jm7Pkimbds
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
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What time is it? Summer time! Listen to Rachel & Taylor preview the Summer theater slate of shows to look for in their areas, broadway touring, and all around the country.
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Broadway World: https://www.broadwayworld.com/#
Broadway4me Insta Account: https://www.instagram.com/broadway.4me/
Broadway Shows:
Into the Woods: https://intothewoodsbway.com/
The Kite Runner: https://thekiterunnerbroadway.com
POTUS or Behind Every Great Dumbass Seven Woman Trying to Keep Him Alive: https://potusbway.com/
The Minutes: https://theminutesbroadway.com/
Plaza Suite: https://plazasuitebroadway.com/
Little Shop of Horrors: https://www.littleshopnyc.com/
Dear Evan Hansen: https://dearevanhansen.com/
Girl From the North Country: https://northcountryonbroadway.com/
Nashville Area:
Summer Shakespeare: https://www.nashvilleshakes.org/shakespeare-in-the-park
Bucket List Productions Assassins: https://bucket-list-productions.com/
May Well All the Musical: https://www.mayweallthemusical.com/
Norfolk/ Virginia Beach Area:
Little Theater of Norfolk’s Pippin: https://ltnonline.org/season-96-shows/
Little Theater of Virginia Beach’s Something Rotten: https://ltvb.com/shows/something-rotten/
Chrysler Hall’s School Girl’s; Or The African American Mean Girls Play: https://www.sevenvenues.com/events/detail/school-girls
Hurrah Players The Descendants: https://hurrahplayers.com/upcoming-shows/
Theatrix Production’s The Sound of Music: https://theatrixproductions.com/
West Coast:
Oregon Shakespeare Festival: https://www.osfashland.org/
Old Globe Theater: https://www.theoldglobe.org/
Mid- West
The Muny: https://muny.org/
Alley Theater’s Noir Musical: https://www.alleytheatre.org/plays/production-detail/noir
Washington, DC
Arena Stage’s Amercian Prophet: https://www.arenastage.org/tickets/2022-23-season/american-prophet/
Broadway Touring Shows:
The Band’s Visit: https://www.broadway.org/tours/details/the-bands-visit,872
Beautiful The Carol King Musical: https://beautifulonbroadway.com/tour/
Dear Evan Hansen: https://dearevanhansen.com/tour/
Frozen the Musical: https://frozenthemusical.com/tickets/
Hamilton: An American Musical: https://hamiltonmusical.com/us-tour/home/
Jersey Boys: https://jerseyboysinfo.com/tour/
Jesus Christ Superstar: https://ustour.jesuschristsuperstar.com/
The Lion King: https://lionking.com/tour/
Mean Girls: https://meangirlsonbroadway.com/tour/
Oklahoma!: https://oklahomabroadway.com/tour/
Pretty Woman: https://tour.prettywomanthemusical.com/
Six the Musical: https://sixonbroadway.com/north-american-tours
To Kill a Mockingbird: https://tokillamockingbirdbroadway.com/tour/
Wicked: https://wickedthemusical.com/tickets/#tour
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Celebrities,. Can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em. In this episode, Rachel & Taylor discuss all the wild and wonderful celebrities that have braced the broadway stage.
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A new twist on their deep dives, this week Rachel & Taylor discuss the 7 time Tony nominated (2 won!) and living broadway legend Sutton Foster. Listen to them talk about her incredible career and what we think she should do next!
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Broadway.com Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2hvVKe0N9s
Rachel’s Sutton Picks:
1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcs09ZaskiM
2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZb0Zim9axg
3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXAcx_JW82M
Taylor’s Sutton Picks:
1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYmjDSpGmtE
2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wErTS5niXn4
3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GpVgvp1jJk
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2002 Tony Award’s where Sutton Foster was born, Into the Woods soared, and Elaine Stritch’s acceptance speech was the most exciting thing of the night.
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Entire 2002 Tony Award’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkeC1g1wlPs
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Sutton on Rosie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYmjDSpGmtE
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What number are you? What’s your wing? Join Rachel & Taylor as they dive into this popular personality model and assign broadway characters as the types.
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Playbill Enneagram Characters: https://www.playbill.com/article/broadway-enneagram-based-on-your-type-which-character-are-you
Assassins Recording: https://open.spotify.com/album/1RXmNwoVCFP8Ktk0kimN4E?si=i4KYOFFNSnyS15cDaGFQUA
Helpful links for the Enneagram:
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enneagram_of_Personality
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https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
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https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test
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Join Rachel & Taylor as they discuss their favorite opening numbers and why they are important to a show.
MENTIONS:
Shrek the Musical: https://www.netflix.com/search?q=shrek%20the%20musical&jbv=70253398
Alice by Heart: https://open.spotify.com/album/00gw97qbRgKXOcr2MSGzvl?si=sM2lzbE9T5eiRrrrWt_ldQ
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Rachel & Taylor relive their middle school sleepover’s by playing M.A.S.H. which stands for Mansion, Apartment, Shack, and House (not to be confused with the 1972 sitcom). However, this one is with a twist, theater edition! Join in on the fun and play your own Theater Mash with our list below!
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Theater Mash Sheet
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In anticipation of HBO Max’s Documentary coming May 3rd 2022, Rachel and Taylor discuss the 2006 blockbuster musical Spring Awakening. Listen to them discuss about the rock star cast and the important themes the show discusses.
Mental Health Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
The Trevor Project
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Bootleg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMbiwOM5rbM
Rosi Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd85bLM2H4Q&t=257s
Broadway.com Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZZZHn1J89M&t=664s
Parents Guide to Spring Awakening: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOwtJgFTWow
Jon Groff Forgetting Lines: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIcve-Zom_Y
Short Term 12
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What makes a show underrated? In this episode, Rachel and Taylor share some shows they feel were criminally undervalued, under appreciated, and just plan underrated.
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Rachel’s Picks:
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Starry
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36 Questions
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Tuck Everlasting (Movie streaming on Disney+)
HM: Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead
Taylor’s Picks:
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Dogfight
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Bright Star
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21 Chump Street
HM: Heathers the Musical
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Rachel & Taylor discuss the 2012 Tony Award’s where NPH hosted, Newsies pirouetted their little hearts out, and the world was introduced to James Corden.
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Entire 2012 Tony Award’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvhuhaatHgw
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
Tony’s Award’s Regulations: https://www.tonyawards.com/about/rules-and-regulations/
Steve Kazee interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKypFRmeNDE
James Corden acceptance speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZhY6vDbx6g
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In the finale episode of the series, Rachel & Taylor dive into modern theater/broadway history discussing vaudeville, book musicals, and current musical theater trends.
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Crash Course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtONXALkeh5uisZqrAcPKCee
Theatrical Worlds: https://alg.manifoldapp.org/projects/supplementary-readings-for-theatrical-worlds
MCC Miscast: https://mcctheater.org/miscast-gala/
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Welcome to the Renaissance! Join Rachel and Taylor on History of Theater II, where they discuss the influence the time period has had on the art form and of course how the bard has stood the test of time.
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Crash Course: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtONXALkeh5uisZqrAcPKCee
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Aristotle, greek, roman, and medieval theater is all explored in the first episode of a part three series where Rachel and Taylor discuss the history of theater. Join us as we travel back in time to look at how this art form we all love came to be.
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History of Theater in China: https://disco.teak.fi/asia/the-early-history-of-chinese-theatre/
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- What a time to be alive as a musical theater lover. In preparation for the 94th Academy Awards, listen to Rachel and Taylor discuss and rank all 10 movies musicals that premiered in 2021.
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Rachel & Taylor’s Ranking:
1) Tick..Tick..Boom
2) West Side Story
3) Encanto
4) In the Heights
5) Dear Evan Hansen
6) Come From Away
7) Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
8) Cinderella
9) Anette
10) Vivo
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Oscar’s Ballot: https://www.vanityfair.com/oscars-ballot/vanityfair-oscars-2022-ballot.pdf
Why Bruno isn’t Nominated? - https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/lin-manuel-miranda-explains-why-we-dont-talk-about-bruno-wasnt-the-encanto-song-disney-submitted-for-oscar-consideration
Encanto Donkey’s - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6aX2UbHC5g
Honorable Mentions: Schmigadoon, A Weak Away, & Inside: A Bo Burnham.
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In this episode, we are deep diving the 1986 mega musical sensation, The Phantom of the Opera. Listen as we discuss the musical’s origins, fun facts, and if the show is secretly problematic.
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ALW Mask Article: https://sports.yahoo.com/andrew-lloyd-webber-jokingly-shares-112731138.html
Phantom Movie streaming:https://www.tvguide.com/movies/the-phantom-of-the-opera/2030142359/
Phantom Insta: https://www.instagram.com/phantomopera/
Emile Kouatchou’s Insta: https://www.instagram.com/EmilieKouatchou/
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Does the American Theater Wing always get it right? Rachel & Taylor discuss the 1998 Tony Award’s in which they discuss all the nominations, performances, what shows took home the award and what shows should have taken home the award.
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Entire 1998 Tony Award’s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJuUcnv7sgU&t=3907s
Tony Award’s History: https://www.tonyawards.com/history/our-history/
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At Theater Nerds, we dream big. And why not? Listen to Rachel and Taylor discuss their dream roles and hopefully one day you’ll see us performing them!
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Taylor with Ben Platt: https://www.instagram.com/p/5V9xBWyaQP/
Astonishing from Little Women: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZb0Zim9axg
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What makes a duo dynamic? Who are the best? Why do we love them so much? In this episode, Rachel and Taylor dive into theaters best and brightest dynamic duos and much much more.
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21 Chump Street the Musical: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgN5bve6S-4
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In this inaugural episode of Theater Nerds, hosts Rachel Jones and Taylor Read travel back in time and discuss their theater beginnings and how they fell in love with the performing arts.
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Taylor’s previous podcast: Passion Project
High School Musical: Get’cha Head in the Game
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In this episode, we are deep diving the 2003 musical sensation, Wicked. Listen as we discuss the musical’s origins, fun facts, and if this damn movie will ever get made.
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Wicked book with Green Baby: https://www.amazon.com/Wicked-Grimmerie-Behind-Scenes-Broadway/dp/1401308201
Eden Espinosa “No Good Deed” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODZjH8KD6xM
Sam & Ryan Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv19RzW397qeEapawhWko4w
Vanity Fair Article: https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2021/11/ariana-grande-and-cynthia-erivo-will-lead-wicked-but-what-if-they-switched-parts
Broadway Documentary: https://www.amazon.com/ShowBusiness-Road-Broadway-Idina-Menzel/dp/B07KPMNXDV
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