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Broadway Blackout is a witty, in-depth look at some of the atrocities that have come to the Broadway stage. Take a look with Mary Ann and Rita into stage flops that lost money, caused controversy, and barely made it through previews. As you're listening, enjoy a signature cocktail in the theme of the show each week from self-proclaimed mixologist, Mary Ann.

Mary Ann & Rita


    • Mar 24, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 52m AVG DURATION
    • 11 EPISODES


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    Episode 11: Merrily We Roll Along

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 48:06


    In another tribute to Sondheim, Rita and Mary Ann dissect the flop "Merrily We Roll Along" while talking about the future of the musical.

    Episode 10: Anyone Can Whistle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 43:04


    In our first double-digits podcast, Rita and Mary Ann pay homage to the genius that is Stephen Sondheim. Was that genius appreciated by the critics? Find out on this week's podcast! And Happy Birthday Month, Mr. Sondheim.

    Episode 9: Holler If Ya Hear Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2021 56:04


    This week, Rita and Mary Ann take a look at this Tupac Shakur jukebox musical... yes, you read that correctly. A Tupak Shakur JUKEBOX musical. Haven't ever heard of it? Listen up to find out why!

    Episode 8: The Scottsboro Boys

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 47:59


    Rita and Mary Ann shine a spotlight on the limited-run musical, The Scottsboro Boys. Directed by Susan Stroman, this Kander and Ebb musical is not without its own intrigue! Enjoy this podcast as we look at how it came to be and how it all ended.

    Episode 7: Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 60:42


    Rita and Mary Ann are joined by special guest Hailey as they discuss one of their favorite flops of the past five years, Dave Malloy's "Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812."

    Episode 6: Little Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 60:28


    Ring in the New Year with Little Women! This famous novel has warmed the hearts of people everywhere and the musical... guess you'll have to give the episode a listen to find out. Spoiler alert, it flopped.

    Episode 5: The Rink

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 46:41


    In this episode, we discuss the Kander & Ebb musical, The Rink! Grab an F-Yah (check our Instagram for the recipe) and get ready to talk belting Broadway divas who headlined this famous flop and much more.

    Episode 4: Chess

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 59:19


    This week's episode is Chess. A fan favorite that flopped on Broadway after only 68 performances. Join Mary Ann and Rita as they explore the ever-changing, complicated musical. While you're listening, enjoy a cocktail from self-proclaimed mixologist, Mary Ann. Check out our Instagram for the recipe. @BroadwayBlackout

    Episode 3: The Civil War

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2020 42:13


    In honor of Veterans Day, we take a look at The Civil War by Frank Wildhorn. Join us as we delve into where they went wrong and why it lasted 3 months on Broadway.

    Episode 2: Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 49:32


    This week, we tackle one of America's most nefarious presidents. Join us as we delve into the agitpop musical, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson. With special guest, Kyle Henshaw.

    Episode 1: Carrie the Musical

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 61:51


    In our inaugural podcast, we will dive into the $8 million infamous flop, Carrie. After their success with the movie Fame, which garnered them an Oscar, the writing team of Gore, Pitchford, and Cohen started a project based on the 1974 novel. We talk...

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