Podcasts about closing night

Ep. 309: Jourdain Searles on Lurker, Mad Bills to Pay, Dead Lover, Together, By Design, Desert Fury Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw, with your host, Nicolas Rapold. One of my absolute favorite critics working today is Jourdain Searles, a contributor to several publications (The Film Stage, Hollywood Reporter) and DVD/Blu-ray labels, but I also avidly read her X posts which offer a sharp running critique on films new and old. Searles joins the podcast to discuss a couple of big films screening in New Directors / New Films—Lurker (the Closing Night selection, directed by Alex Russell) and Mad Bills to Pay (Joel Alfonso Vargas)—and some other notable titles from Sundance like Dead Lover (Grace Glowicki), Together (Michael Shanks), and By Design (Amanda Kramer). Plus: the last film she saw at the time of recording: Desert Fury (1947, Lewis Allen). Please support the production of this podcast by signing up at: rapold.substack.com Photo by Steve Snodgrass

In this bonus episode of Closing Night, we dive into more of the stories and backstage drama that surrounded the ill-fated Lone Star Love. This is the full interview with dance captain Jeremy Benton, where he reveals further details of what really happened behind the scenes. From the involvement of Randy Quaid and his wife Evi, whose erratic behavior grew in unexpected ways, to the memorable Cheesecake Factory meeting that became a pivotal moment in the show's history, Jeremy shares candid anecdotes that shed light on the chaos and creativity that brewed during rehearsals and performances. You'll also learn more about Evi's tumultuous past, and how the havoc she brought to Lone Star Love was just one example in a long history of troublemaking for this tempestuous individual. Closing Night Theme Music created by Blake Stadnik. “Lazy Day” by Jason Shaw is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. “Sunday Morning” by Maarten Schellekens is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Closing Night, we revisit a compelling conversation with Broadway star Lauren Kennedy. While exploring the tricky politics and pressures of theater careers, Lauren candidly shares her experiences after Sunset Boulevard and Side Show that led into Lone Star Love. You heard only a couple of quotes from her in the main episode, but here you'll get the full discussion of the intriguing yet chaotic behind-the-scenes story of a production that was derailed by unexpected challenges and the whims of a high-profile star. Lauren gives an insider's view on how creative visions can clash and projects can unravel despite the promise of a Broadway opening. The episode also touches on her connection with composer Jason Robert Brown and The Last Five Years, and how it prompted her transition into directing and producing, leading to her current role as the Executive Director of Theatre Raleigh. Listen to Lauren's full episode (and bonus episode) on Why I'll Never Make It. Closing Night Theme Music created by Blake Stadnik. “Mountain Sun" by Jason Shaw is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 of Closing Night is finally here—the theater history podcast that takes you behind the curtain to uncover stories about famous and forgotten Broadway show that closed too soon. While season 1 focused on musicals that came and went from the Marquis Theatre, this season I'm tackling a whole new kind of theatrical heartbreak: shows that never actually opened on Broadway.  These are the productions that fizzled out during out-of-town tryouts or preview performances, including Lone Star Love, The Little Prince and the Aviator, Lolita, My Love, Let My People Come, and Breakfast at Tiffany's, among others. Episodes start at the end of January and will drop once a month throughout the year, with the first episode being all about Annie 2: Miss Hannigan's Revenge, which was actually slated to open at the Marquis Theatre but was canceled after a disastrous run in Washington, DC. Make sure to follow Closing Night on your favorite podcast app and stay connected on Instagram at @closingnightpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US equity markets mixed  ahead of the release of the latest non-farm payrolls report on Friday night AEST (10 December) - Dow rose +107-points or +0.25% CNN reported that President-elect Donald Trump is considering declaring a national economic emergency to provide legal justification for a series of universal tariffs on allies and adversaries, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

There's a unique category of musicals that only come around once a year. And it is this annual tradition that makes Christmas musicals so special. They're not just a way to celebrate the holiday season—they tap into that universal feeling of nostalgia, warmth, and tradition. These shows bring people together in a way that few others can, offering an escape into a world of joy, wonder, and yes, a little bit of holiday magic. Whether it's through music, story, or the sheer spectacle, Christmas on Broadway has a way of making the season feel even more magical. From the big, iconic productions that have defined the Christmas season like White Christmas and Elf to lesser-known gems like Here's Love and Flahooley that still manage to capture the spirit of the holidays, we're going to look at the shows that not only helped define what Christmas can mean on Broadway but also why they remain so beloved long after the final curtain falls. Check out my episode on Patrick Stewart and and his one-man version of A Christmas Carol. --- Click here for a transcript and full list of the resources and materials used in this episode. Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media. I'm Patrick Oliver Jones, host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is editor and producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Theme music for Closing Night composed and created by Blake Stadnik. I'll be back in the new year with season 2 of Closing Night. I know, it's taken awhile, but I think you'll find its been worth the wait when we talk about more shows as they head toward Closing Night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special video podcast combo between Why I'll Never Make It and Closing Night, I'm joined by theater historian and author Jennifer Ashley Tepper, who has written a truly remarkable book - Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That the History Books Left Out.  Jennifer's work is the first comprehensive exploration of women who have shaped Broadway and Off-Broadway musicals over the last century and beyond. From Tin Pan Alley composers to protest writers of the 1970s, and the voices shaping today's theater landscape, this book is a treasure trove of history and inspiration. Together, we explore the hurdles these women faced, their remarkable stories, and the profound ways they've shaped the art form. And Jennifer's book resonates deeply with both podcasts: Why I'll Never Make It delves into the challenges of building a creative career Closing Night reflects on the legacy of shows may not always get the spotlight they deserve In our conversation, we highlight trailblazers like Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, a Black playwright and novelist whose multi-hyphenate career began in the late 1800s; then there's Gretchen Cryer and Nancy Ford, the longest-running female duo in musical theater history that began in 1955 and continues today; and then Shaina Taub, the Tony Award-winning force behind the Broadway musical Suffs. These are just a few of the extraordinary women we discuss—names that, thanks to Jennifer's book, are finally getting their due. --- Why I'll Never Make It and Closing Night are independent productions of WINMI Media and Patrick Oliver Jones. To support the ongoing efforts of these podcasts please subscribe or donate. Thank you!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Director Steve McQueen joins NYFF62 Artistic Director Dennis Lim to discuss Blitz, the Closing Night selection of the 62nd New York Film Festival. Blitz opens at Film at Lincoln Center on November 1st. Tickets are now on sale: filmlinc.org/blitz An authentic and astonishing recreation of London during its blitzkrieg, Blitz pushes the artistry of Steve McQueen to ever more impressive levels. Working on a vast scale, McQueen sets things at human eye level, telling his original tale from the parallel perspectives of working-class single mother Rita (Saoirse Ronan) and her 9-year-old son, George (newcomer Elliott Heffernan), as they become separated within the labyrinth of a city under siege. Alternately overwhelming and tender, McQueen's dazzling film offers a multicultural portrait of 1940s London too infrequently seen on screens.

Christian Zyp interviews Guy Lavallee (Festival Director) about the 2024 lineup for Northwest Fear Fest. All screenings take place at Metro Cinema from Oct 16-22.Guy discusses several of the films screening at NWFF. The Closing Night film is PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE with special guest Paul WIlliams. Other films featured that will be Alberta Premieres SMILE 2, HEAVIER TRIP, HUSH - SHUSH CUT and more. There are also 40th anniversary screenings of screenings of A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET and FRIDAY THE 13th: THE FINAL CHAPTER. Northwest Fear Fest also features Canadian genre films SCARED SHITLESS and MOM as well as short films before the majority of the screenings.

PTF and Mike Pribozie bring you coverage of the Pick 5 on Closing Night at Assiniboia Downs. The Pick 5 has a mandatory payout with a carryover of over $200,000 (pending Monday's results). ASD also has a $1 Pick 4 with a $50,000 Guaranteed Pool. Look for big pools for these Wagers on Tuesday Night, September 24, 2024.

PTF and Mike Pribozie bring you coverage of the Pick 5 on Closing Night at Assiniboia Downs. The Pick 5 has a mandatory payout with a carryover of over $200,000 (pending Monday's results). ASD also has a $1 Pick 4 with a $50,000 Guaranteed Pool. Look for big pools for these Wagers on Tuesday Night, September 24, 2024. Free Contest Jockey contest with Cash Prizes go to Contestjockey.com to sign up Today!

We got a little drunk, and discussed two of the most iconic actors to have ever walked this earth.

The Democratic Convention ended with balloons .. music ... and a beaming Kamala Harris inviting her family ...and the Walz klan up on the stage.... to rapturous applause Joining me live is ABC News Correspondent Perry Russom.

Zoë Kravitz joins Anna Smith to discuss her directorial debut, Blink Twice, while Anna also reports from the 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival, where she speaks with Daisy-May Hudson about her feature debut, Lollipop. First up, Anna welcomes actor turned writer, director and producer Zoë Kravitz, best known for her roles in ‘The Batman' and in TV series ‘Big Little Lies' and ‘High Fidelity', onto the podcast. With Anna, Zoë discusses the feminist messaging in her slick thriller ‘Blink Twice'. She talks about casting the wonderful Naomi Ackie as Frida, a cocktail waitress who catches the eye of tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum) and is transported to his private island for sundrenched luxury, or so she thinks… Zoë also tells Anna about the writing process behind ‘Blink Twice', originally titled ‘Pussy Island', reveals her relief at turning up to set as the director without having to worry about what she looks like, and describes her approach to capturing women on camera to produce a disturbing and believable depiction of gender and power among the megarich. Next up, Anna reports from Edinburgh International Film Festival, where Girls On Film partners on the festival's Closing Night sçreening of the powerful feminist music documentary, ‘Since Yesterday: The Untold Story of Scotland's Girl Bands'. Anna catches up with first-time feature director Daisy-May Hudson whose film ‘Lollipop' is a heartbreaking but hopeful depiction of a mother (Posy Sterling) who battles to regain custody of her children after coming out of prison. Daisy-May speaks about the fierce maternal love of her protagonist Molly, what happens when children are required to parent, as well as the challenges faced by a first time director. Plus: karaoke as a symbol of working class joy! Anna also hears from Karen Needham and Col Needham from the IMDb, plus director of the BFI's filmmaking fund Mia Bays and costume designer Rachael Fleming about their highlights from the EIFF 2024. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes of Girls On Film as we move into autumn and host Anna Smith heads to Sea Change Film Festival 2024. Find out about their festival, dedicated to women in film at https://screenargyll.co.uk/sea-change-2024/ Films mentioned in this episode: Timestalker - Alice Lowe Xibalba Monster - Manuela Irene Since Yesterday: The Untold Story of Scotland's Girl Bands - Blair Young, Carla J Easton Blink Twice - Zoë Kravitz Rosemary's Baby - Roman Polanski To Kill A Wolf - Kesley Taylor Sunlight - Nina Conti Lollipop - Daisy-May Hudson Blink Twice was released in the UK by Warner Bros. Pictures on 23rd August, 2024 Lollipop had is world premiere at the 77th edition of Edinburgh International Film Festival (on August 20th) Since Yesterday: The Untold Story of Scotland's Girl Bands will hit UK cinemas from 18th October and Glasgow girl band Sophisticated Boom Boom will reform for one night only at a special screening of the film in Glasgow on the night of the release. For more information visit sinceyesterdayfilm.com Sign up to the Girls On Film newsletter below: http://eepurl.com/iEKaM-/ or email girlsonfilmsocial@gmail.com to be signed up. Become a patron of Girls On Film on Patreon here: www.patreon.com/girlsonfilmpodcast Follow us on socials: www.instagram.com/girlsonfilm_podcast/ www.facebook.com/girlsonfilmpodcast www.twitter.com/GirlsOnFilm_Pod www.twitter.com/annasmithjourno Watch Girls On Film on the BFI's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX…L89QKZsN5Tgr3vn7z Girls On Film is an HLA production. Host: Anna Smith Executive Producer: Hedda Lornie Archbold Producer: Charlotte Matheson Intern: Jade Evans Audio editor: Benjamin Cook House band: MX Tyrants © HLA Agency

The actor, singer, and podcaster, Patrick Oliver Jones has been in the performing arts, both onstage and onscreen, for more than 30 years. Originally from Birmingham Alabama, he brought his Southern charm to New York City in 2008 with dreams of Broadway.  And he's gotten close with roles in off-Broadway world premieres, touring nationally with The Addams Family and Evita, and the pre-Broadway cast of First Wives Club that never quite made it. Having collaborated with Tony-winning directors such as Jerry Zaks, Randy Skinner, and a favorite StoryBeat guest, Richard Maltby Jr., he's gotten to perform alongside Broadway talents like Joey Fatone, Alfonso Ribeiro, Faith Prince, and Andrea McArdle. And he has found regional theater acclaim with Henry and SALT Award nominations for standout performances in Fun Home and Crazy for You. On camera, there have been numerous national commercials, award-winning short films, and co-starring roles on TV shows like Blue Bloods, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and Imposters. In 2022 he received the Communicator Award of Distinction from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts for his work in podcasting. He currently produces and hosts three performing arts podcasts: Why I'll Never Make It, which is in its eighth season, Closing Night, which focuses on Broadway history, and The Spotlight Series in which he talks with those making a difference in the arts and beyond. For the record, I've been a guest on Why I'll Never Make It discussing my career in show business and how I created Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical with Frank Wildhorn.  I've got to tell you, it was a lot of fun for me to do the show with Patrick, and I highly urge you to give it a listen.

INTRO - At least our schedules were open for THIS CRAZY BARRAGE OF MOVIE NEWS! OSCARS HOST NEWS: 1:20 - Jimmy Kimmel then John Mulaney both turn down the job, and we wonder why. 4:33 - So who hosts??!! And it's a huge list of names in play to go over. SAN DIEGO COMIC CON ‘24: Hall H Marvel Presentations 17:39 - Robert Downey Jr's return as Doctor Doom, and we have some conditions 27:05 - Why the Russo's return makes sense and talking ourselves into RDJ some more. 31:30 - The Fantastic Four: First Steps and potential comic storylines including RDJ. 35:02 - Captain America: Brave New World and Harrison Ford's mocap monster. 37:25 - Other SDCC Highlights including the Vice President's Simpson Quotation, Ryan & Hugh's surprise screening, some Alien Romulus viral marketing, In A Violent Nature's sequel, Terminator 7 with John Cena, the BioShock movie, and trailers for films like Transformers One & Hellboy: The Crooked Man + The Penguin and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. BOX OFFICE UPDATE: 41:45 - Deadpool & Wolverine sets many records, and we start the Cool Uncles Pod. 46:25 - Twisters has done terrible overseas as Mike 1 foreseen'd. 50:17 - Despicable Me 4, Inside Out 2, Longlegs and the rest of the top 10. FUTURE MOVIE NEWS 54:28 - The Megalopolis production scandal worsens 56:44 - TIFF released Midnight Section films including Friendship & The Substance. 58:04 - NYFF picks Blitz for its Closing Night, and we get new premise details OSCAR TRAILERS 1:00:40 - A Complete Unknown has a hype parade, but do we buy it? 1:06:21 - His Three Daughters seems like our kind of September movie 1:09:41 - OUR EPISODE OUTRO and where we discuss how you can reach us, conditional love for millionaires, and feeling the itch to gamble.

For Episode 403, Nadia Dalimonte, Cody Dericks, Sara Clements & Danilo Castro, and I have much to discuss. It was a massive week in the world of awards season as we got the Opening and Closing Night film announcements for the 62nd New York Film Festival (NYFF), the entire 2024 Venice International Film Festival lineup, and a large chunk of the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) lineup including the Galas and Special Presentations, Platform, Discovery, and Midnight Madness programming. Tune in as we discuss the films that will be playing at all of them, plus what we think will be announced over the next several weeks as we head towards the fall film festivals. We also react to the trailers for "A Complete Unknown," "His Three Daughters," reveal the winners of last week's poll asking "Which Has Been Your Favorite MCU Film Post-'Avengers: Endgame'?," ask this week's poll question, "Which Films Are You Most Looking Forward To Seeing From The 2024 Venice International Film Festival?," announce the nominations for the 2010 NBP Film Community Awards, answer your fan-submitted questions and more. Your feedback and support are not just important; they are the heart of our podcast, and we're grateful for your participation. Please note that you can vote on the winners for the 2010 retrospective starting tomorrow and continuing until August 17th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A TIFF 2024 RUNDOWN: 1:47 - Previously Announced TIFF Premieres: We get the obligatory Family Guy reference out of the way. Then we discuss how Eden is about hot people on an island, why we need to be right about Nightbitch, and whether We Live In Time is more Brooklyn or Goldfinch. TIFF GALAS & SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: 4:01 - Opening Night with Nutcrackers from David Gordon Green and that stupid Adam Sandler movie that one of us thinks is great. 6:25 - Closing Night with Rebel Wilson's The Deb 7:48 - From Cannes to TIFF: Anora, Bird, Emilia Perez, Oh Canada, Rumours, & The Shrouds. 9:40 - Better Man via Robbie Williams starts a whole Pearl Jam riff 11:20 - A cryptic Conclave book report. 12:07 - Other big name films we've been following forever like Hard Truths from Mike Leigh, Heretic from A24, Piece by Piece from Lego, The End from the artist formerly known as Michael Shannon, The Fire Inside from MGM, The Return from a ripped Ralph + Will & Harper from Sundance. 15:25 - The Piano Lesson announces the Washington family takeover of Hollywood. NEW TIFF ARRIVALS INTO THE OSCARS LANDSCAPE: 18:07 - 40 Acres has Danielle Deadwyler vs Canadian Cannibals! 19:04 - Familiar stories modernized with Brett Goldstein in All Of You, banshee Barry vs Christopher in Bring Them Down, Sandra Oh in Can I Get a Witness?, a jacked Orlando Bloom in The Cut, plus The Motorcycle Diaries director is ironically back in I'm Still Here. 21:48 - The Last Showgirl has us hoping for a Pam Anderson Oscars campaign 22:58 - Millers in Marriage is the next from Edward Burns that's better than The Family Stone. 24:32 - Relay seems like Hell or High Water or The Accountant. 25:09 - Riff Raff seems funny with Jennifer Coolidge, Bill Murray and Pete Davidson 26:10 - Sharp Corner stars Ben Foster who may or may not walk off into the woods. 27:22 - The Order intrigues us with Hoult, Law, Smollett, Maron, Baylin, etc. 29:10 - The Penguin Lessons is probably not Mr. Popper's Penguins. 29:44 - Pedro Paramo and why his bonafides make it a potential contender 31:13 - Sketch seems like a funny Harold and the Purple Crayon w/ D'Arcy Carden & Tony Hale. 32:27 - Unstoppable and how we hope Jlo gets some good press with this one. 34:14 - Without Blood is the next from Angelina Jolie and Cinecitta Studios. THE 81ST VENICE FILM FESTIVAL: 35:18 - A Recap of the News on the Jury, Tributes, and Opening Night Film 36:19 - Maria and why Angelina Jolie could be a favorite for the Volpi Cup. 37:01 - Queer and why Luca Guadagnino's work promises a high floor 38:15 - Pedro's Room Next Door and how we get sidetracked re: premise writing. 39:43 - Joker Folie à Deux and our mixed review of the second trailer. 43:44 - April and how M2 has faith in this director. 44:38 - The Brutalist and the allure of the mysterious and wealthy client 46:34 - Babygirl and when we momentarily lose our morality. 47:58 - Harvest and the intrigue of good young actors. 48:45 - Wolfs and the callback that also includes your obligatory Tarantino reference. 49:28 - Baby Invasion and why it has to be Harmony Korine. 50:12 - Intriguing Venice Docs and why M2 owes you some doc reviews. THE NYFF OPENING NIGHT FILM ANNOUNCEMENT - NICKEL BOYS 51:00 - Aunjanue Ellis as a Supporting Actress play, the history of previous Opening Nighters from NYFF at the Oscars, and another major contender centered on a child protagonist. (Plus, we get a quick happy story from Uncle Mike). 55:25 - OUR OUTRO and how to contact us. Plus, you hear about a handful of upcoming episodes, get some Austin Powers quotes, and a discussion on how we would do Telluride if we ever go.

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Newstalk's Josh Crosbie Reports from the closing night of The Republican National Convention. During his speech Donald Trump implied that under his leadership the US would find a cure for cancer and Alzheimer's and he would stop wars and conflict around the world. Josh spoke to us live from the states with a reaction to the speech.Newstalk's Josh Crosbie will be giving us his final report from the Republican National Convention

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This week we're excited to present two conversations: the first with Stress Positions director Theda Hammel, co-writer Faheem Ali, and lead actor John Early from Closing Night of the 2024 edition of New Director/New Films, and the second with The Feeling That the Time for Doing Something Has Passed director Joanna Arnow and her cast from the 61st New York Film Festival. The Feeling that the Time for Doing Something Has Passed will open at Film at Lincoln Center on Friday, April 26 with Q&As at select screenings opening weekend. Get tickets at filmlinc.org/feeling Our Stress Positions conversation was moderated by ND/NF selection committee member Madeline Whittle. Our The Feeling that the Time for Doing Something Has Passed conversation was moderated by NYFF61 Currents programmer Tyler Wilson.

Last month, Closing Night went live at 54 Below here in New York City, exploring the songs and stories of the Marquis Theatre with Broadway performers and singers—many of whom have performed in shows at the Marquis and some of them even joined us this past podcast season. Patrick Oliver Jones / Diego Prieto - "I Am I, Don Quixote” (Man of La Mancha) Jane Summerhays / Patrick Oliver Jones - "You Would If You Could" (Me and My Girl) John Bolton - "The Good Old Days" (Damn Yankees) Jonathan Shew - "What Do I Need With Love?" (Thoroughly Modern Millie) Lisa Howard - "Get Out and Stay Out" (9 to 5) Leah Horowitz - "All for Laura" (The Woman In White) Diego Prieto - "I Really Like Him" (Man of La Mancha) E. Clayton Cornelious - "Advice from a Caterpillar" (Wonderland) John Bolton - "Someday Baby" (Paper Moon) Nadina Hassan - “Gimme Gimme” (Thoroughly Modern Millie) Bows - “There's No Business Like Show Business” (Annie Get Your Gun) And so I wanted to let you hear these stories and songs for yourself. You can also watch the concert on YouTube. Follow Closing Night on Instagram @closingnightpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second season of Closing Night is set to premiere this June. But while we all eagerly await the curtain rising on our next act, here's a story about a show that famously closed on its opening night. There are actual plans to do a future season about Broadway productions that only lasted one performance. But now there's one show to take off the list of potential episodes, all because of the podcast being sharing today, a podcast that feels like a time machine, whisking us away to different eras, and immersing us in captivating stories of yesteryear. It's called History Daily, but it isn't your average history podcast. It's a real treasure trove of tales from the past, delivered straight to your ears every weekday. From monumental battles to the quirkiest fashion trends, from groundbreaking scientific discoveries to the drama of politics, sports, and even theater—History Daily covers it all. Now, back in December, the host Lindsay Graham and his production team over at History Daily featured an episode from this podcast (remember the one all about Andrew Lloyd Webber's short-lived Broadway production of The Woman in White?). Lindsay talked about that production and shared the episode with his listeners. So now it's my turn to share one of their episodes. Much like Closing Night, History Daily is more than just a recounting of dates and names—it's about the lives, the struggles, and the triumphs of those who came before us. And you're about to hear a tale so legendary in the world of theater that it's become synonymous with failure: a play called Moose Murders. So let's journey back to February 22, 1983, as we unravel the mystery behind one of Broadway's biggest flops. It's a reminder that even the darkest nights in theater history have a story worth telling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first guest of this season, I'm talking with writer Steve Cuden, who was a part of a musical and its beginning stages, but was eventually replaced right before it began to take off and become the hugely iconic Jekyll & Hyde musical we all know. In fact, it was Steve's first foray into writing with another unknown composer and writer at the time, Frank Wildhorn. And in part one of our conversation, Steve opens up about their personal and professional relationship in ways that he has not done so before publicly. A little backstory...Steve and I actually met last year when he reached out to me via email after listening to an episode of my other podcast Closing Night, which focuses on theater history. That began a series of emails back and forth that eventually led me to invite him onto this podcast to share his side of the story. A side of the story that Frank Wildhorn himself doesn't really talk about in his own interviews. The 1986 demo version of "Murder, Murder" featured in this episode can be found on Cuden's website. Subscribe or Donate to WINMI Subscribing helps support this podcast, while also giving early access to extended conversations and other bonus content. Donating can be done on a one-time on ongoing basis. So whether you subscribe or donate, your financial contribution to this podcast is greatly appreciated! If you'd like to support WINMI but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for reduced-price or even free access to the bonus content.   Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top Theater Podcast with actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones and is a production of WINMI Media. Background music is by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for a night of Broadway magic as 54 Below Celebrates the Marquis Theatre on March 19th! The concert will feature performances by those who were there at the Marquis, like Tony Award nominee Kate Baldwin from Thoroughly Modern Millie, Tony Award winner Richard Maltby, Jr. from Nick & Nora, E. Clayton Cornelious from Wonderland, Leah Horowitz from The Woman in White, and Lisa Howard from 9 to 5 and Escape to Margaritaville. Patrick Oliver Jones will be hosting as well as singing that night, which just happens to be his birthday, so you don't miss this exclusive one-night-only event on March 19th, where tickets start at just $35. Visit the website 54below.com to secure your seat for this fun-filled evening, whether in person or via livestream online! **Use code MTHEATRE5 for $5 OFF Main Dining Room and Bar Rail cover charge.** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five years ago, "The Band's Visit," a musical defying convention, closed on Broadway after a year and a half of acclaim. Composed by David Yazbek and written by Itamar Moses, it emerged as a masterpiece, transcending Broadway norms. At the 2018 Tony Awards, it earned 11 nominations, winning 10, including Best Musical, beating stiff competition like SpongeBob Squarepants and Frozen. Now, in 2024, amidst current Middle East headlines dividing people, let's revisit this Arab-Israeli musical that explored human connection over 598 performances with an encore presentation of my 2018 interview with Jeff Theiss, associate conductor of "The Band's Visit." We delve into its score, unique storytelling, and its focus on shared human experiences beyond political divisions. Join me on this journey rediscovering the timeless beauty of "The Band's Visit," reminding us of the profound commonality that unites us all. Learn more about Closing Night and listen to it on your favorite podcast app. --- Just like this podcast, Closing Night is also a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five years ago, the enchanting musical The Band's Visit closed on Broadway (April 7, 2019) after capturing hearts with its simplicity and profound storytelling. Composed by David Yazbek and written by Itamar Moses, it emerged as a masterpiece in the 2017-2018 season, transcending contemporary Broadway norms. At the 2018 Tony Awards, this gem earned 11 nominations and secured 10 wins, including Best Musical, triumphing over big blockbuster shows like SpongeBob Squarepants, Mean Girls, and Frozen, and running for 598 performances. Amidst current Middle East tensions, The Band's Visit stands out as a show that explores human connection and shows how music can bridges the divides between us. So enjoy an encore presentation of my 2018 interview with Jeff Theiss, associate conductor of The Band's Visit. We delve into the musical's score, its unique storytelling, and how it transcends political divisions to focus on our shared human experiences, reminding us of our profound commonality. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Deeper you go the Weirder it gets. I am your host Garett Renon. Greetings from the jungle! I am on my final week of being in the jungle and this episode is about my first ceremony of my closing process. In order to close a year long diet with ayahuma 4 ceremonies are required. This episode is about night 1. Show your support. Please like, share and comment!Podcast gear available at: https://deeper-you-go-the-weirder-it.myspreadshop.com/Pine pollen and Fermented Herbal Tonics available: Email for detailsFeel free to reach out with questions: garett.renon@gmail.comDeeper you go Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deeper_weirder/Book: The Self-Sabotage Guide: 9 Behaviors Preventing You from Becoming Stronger, Faster, And SexierThank you all for supporting the show!

On today's Saturday Matinee, we go to the theater to learn why Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical, The Woman in White, was one of the legendary composer's least successful productions.Link to Closing Night: broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/closing-night/Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the most enduring and iconic tales of the Christmas season comes from famed British writer Charles Dickens. His 1843 novel, A Christmas Carol, would become his most famous work, and the character of Scrooge is part of our lexicon now, being synonymous with someone who doesn't enjoy the holidays. With many so stage and screen adaptations of this story, it surprised me to find out that its first appearance on Broadway wasn't until 1981—a musical by Michael Legrand and Sheldon Harnick. Famed British actor and Star Trek captain, Patrick Stewart, would bring a one-man version of the Dickens classic to Broadway four different times at four different theaters, with the last time being in 2001 at the Marquis Theater. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the history of the Marquis Theatre, three musicals have closed during the month of December. Two of them we've already covered here on the podcast: Me and My Girl and Nick & Nora. The third one was The Drowsy Chaperone and is the focus of this bonus mini-episode. It starred Tony Award winner Sutton Foster was cast as Janet Van De Graff, Emmy-nominated TV star Georgia Engel was Mrs. Tottendale, British actor Edward Hibbert played Underling, and the inimitable Beth Leavel took on the title role of the Chaperone. My goal was to keep this under 15 minutes, but the more I learned, the more I had to include. Plus, I finally had to figure out why it didn't win Best Musical. So please enjoy this "quick" look at one of the most successful musicals that has come and gone from the Marquis. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the final episode of Closing Night's first season! We've covered eight different Broadway musicals at the Marquis Theatre that closed too soon, with our final show being Victor/Victoria, written and directed by Blake Edwards and starring his wife Julie Andrews. And in this interview episode we're featuring two members of that Broadway cast. Darren Lee - We talk about his experiences working with legendary leading ladies like Julie Andrews, Liza Minnelli, and Raquel Welch, including the rehearsal process, behind-the-scenes dynamics, and the impact of star power on the overall show experience. He also discusses the challenges of being an Asian actor, yet the thrills he's had being a part of various Broadway productions. Mark Hoebee - Our conversation revolves around the experiences and challenges of producing a theatrical show, including the intricacies of staging and directing, the impact of key personalities, and the dedication and resilience of the cast and crew. The conversation covers the creative process, the influence of notable individuals such as Julie Andrews, the dynamic nature of live performances, and the unwavering commitment of those involved in the production. Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen on your favorite podcast app. Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thirteen years after starring in Victor/Victoria across cinemas nationwide, Julie Andrews made a triumphant return to Broadway in this highly anticipated stage adaptation, directed by her husband Blake Edwards. Playing a female singer masquerading as a man pretending to be a woman, Andrews ended a 33-year hiatus with the show's opening at the Marquis Theatre. In this emotional episode, experience Andrews' heartfelt opening night of joy as she was joined by a stellar cast of 32 performers. They included Broadway veterans like Tony Roberts, Rachel York, and Gregory Jbara The show featured both original film tunes and new compositions by Henry Mancini and Leslie Bricusse, with some help by Frank Wildhorn. Despite setbacks, including changes to the creative team, the untimely death of a composer, critical reviews, and internal squabbles, Victor/Victoria signified a remarkable comeback for Julie Andrews. Join us as we delve into the journey from movie musical to Broadway spectacle, exploring the highs and lows that made Victor/Victoria a memorable chapter in Broadway history. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer, and a big thank you goes to E. Clay Cornelious for sharing his experiences with the short-lived Jekyll & Hyde revival and its cast and creatives. Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To take you further behind the scenes of Wonderland, I'm sharing my conversation with E. Clayton Cornelious, who played the part of Caterpillar and is also a Broadway producer himself of such shows as Ain't Too Proud, Chicken and Biscuits, and New York, New York. In the previous episode, we explored the musical world of Frank Wildhorn and two of his shows that graced the Marquis Theatre for only about a month each, and E. Clay was a big help in putting that episode together. Now, you'll get our full interview, full of anecdotes and tidbits I couldn't fit into the mail episode. You'll learn about how he was ultimately cast in Wonderland and even more about what was going backstage during rehearsals and performances. And being a producer as well, E. Clay also provides extra insight into what it means for a show to close so quickly. Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since he burst onto the Broadway scene in the 1990s, Frank Wildhorn has remained an intriguing figure in American Musical Theatre. But Wildhorn's journey is far from a conventional success story, nor was it a typical path to the Broadway stage. But among his seven Broadway musicals, three of them have appeared at the Marquis Theater: Victor/Victoria, Wonderland, and a 2013 revival production of Jekyll & Hyde. (In fact, the title of this episode comes from a New York Times review of that revival by Charles Isherwood.) Now, Victor/Victoria will actually get its own episode to close out the first season of this podcast, so this one is actually going to be a combo episode, covering the other two shows together. That's because they both share a lot in common: Wonderland and Jekyll & Hyde were both written by Wildhorn, both were based on famous literary stories, both were universally panned, and both of them ran for less than a month. Here are the stories of how and why that happened. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer, and a big thank you goes to E. Clay Cornelious for sharing his experiences with the short-lived Jekyll & Hyde revival and its cast and creatives. Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To take you further behind the scenes of this Broadway production, I'm sharing my conversation with Leah Horowitz, who was a swing in The Woman in White and an understudy for leading actress Maria Friedman. In the previous episode, we explored this lesser known Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, and Leah was a big help in putting that episode together. Now, you'll get our full interview, full of anecdotes and tidbits I couldn't fit into the mail episode. You'll learn about how she was cast in the show and even more about what was going backstage during rehearsals and performances. And as someone who's performed in 5 different Broadway shows at the Marquis Theatre, Leah also provides extra insight into what it was like what working in this venue. Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ferrari director Michael Mann and cast members Adam Driver, Penélope Cruz, and Gabriel Leone discuss diving deep into projects, the complexities of the Ferrari family, and competitive racing with NYFF Artistic Director Dennis Lim at the Closing Night press conference. Michael Mann (The Insider) brings his astonishing command of technique and storytelling to bear on this emotional, elegantly crafted dramatization of the life of the legendary car manufacturer and entrepreneur Enzo Ferrari at a professional and personal fulcrum. It's 1957, and the marriage of Enzo (Adam Driver, in an artfully internalized performance) and Laura (Penélope Cruz, a ferocious revelation) has begun to irrevocably fracture as a result of his philandering and the tragic recent death of their young son. Their unsettled domestic world is on a collision course with his work life as Enzo faces a pair of major turning points: financial pressure to increase productivity, which means going against his long-standing desire to only produce race cars, and preparations for the treacherous cross-country open-road Mille Miglia race. Dovetailing these narrative strands, Mann effortlessly shifts gears between elegiac and spectacular, climaxing in an exhilarating and terrifying race across the Northern Italian landscape—a visual and aural wonder of revving machinery against bucolic splendor—that ranks with the greatest set pieces of Mann's career. Aided by a magnificent cast, which also includes Shailene Woodley, Gabriel Leone, Patrick Dempsey, and Jack O'Connell, and glorious on-location shooting in Ferrari's hometown of Modena, Mann has constructed a marvel of classical cinema. A Neon release. NYFF61 Closing Night is presented by Campari.

When Bad Cinderella closed in June of this year, it signified the first time in 43 years that Broadway was without an Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, and it became the second shortest run ever for one of his musicals on Broadway. Bad Cinderella also represented the second collaboration between Lloyd Webber and lyricist David Zippel. Their first show together was The Woman in White, which began in London in 2004 (starring Michael Crawford) and then opened at the Marquis Theatre the following year (starring Maria Friedman). By the time Woman in White came to New York, it had been 10 years since Sunset Boulevard and it would be another 10 till School of Rock. During this interim, between 1997 and 2015, Lloyd Webber didn't have an original musical or revival last more than 9 months on Broadway (including the Evita revival I previously did an episode on), so I guess you could say he was in a bit of a dry spell. Nonetheless, The Woman in White could've and probably should've done better, and in this episode we'll explore some of the reasons it didn't—and how a white rat ended up stealing the show. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer, and a big thank you goes to Leah Horowitz for sharing her experiences with this short-lived show and its talented cast. Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the previous episode you learned bumpy road to Broadway for Nick & Nora, one of Broadway's biggest flops. And in this bonus interview episode, you'll hear from Mark Hoebee, the swing and dance captain for the show who actually worked with the creatives as actors were fired and the show kept changing up until opening night. He gives behind the scenes insights into the rehearsal process and some of the challenges this show faced just getting onstage. You can also get an extra conversation with the show's lyricist on Why I'll Never Make It. As one of Nick & Nora's creators, Richard Maltby, Jr gives even more backstory to how this musical failed and couldn't overcome all its obstacles. You can find that episode here. Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This summer marked the beginning of my new podcast venture, Closing Night, where I delve deep into the captivating world of Broadway history. Our journey takes us through the tales of shows that have graced the Marquis Theater in the heart of Times Square. Among the unforgettable productions is the notorious musical Nick & Nora, boasting a creative team brimming with legendary figures of musical theater: director Arthur Laurents, composer Charles Strouse, and lyricist Richard Maltby Jr. Several years back, during my very first off-Broadway contract, I had the privilege of collaborating with Richard. He held the title of creative consultant, but in essence, he served as the de facto co-director of a groundbreaking new musical called The Magdalene. So when the time came to explore Nick & Nora on Closing Night, I couldn't resist reaching out to Richard to share his remarkable experiences with the show. And believe me, he's got some stories to tell... How Nick & Nora came to be and what led to its ultimate demise Other Maltby shows including Miss Saigon and Ain't Misbehavin' Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen it on your favorite podcast app. Subscribe to WINMI Producing this podcast is a rewarding experience, but it's also costly and time-consuming as I'm essentially a one-man operation. By subscribing you'll be supporting these podcasting efforts, and have access to extended conversations and other bonus content. Whether you subscribe or donate, your financial support of this podcast is greatly appreciated! Subscribe to get access to bonus episodes and extra content   Make a one-time Donation to support transcripts and podcast production If you'd like to support WINMI but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for reduced-price or even free access to the bonus content.   Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top Theater Podcast with actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones and is a production of WINMI Media. Background music is by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1991, Broadway witnessed one of its most spectacular falls from grace with Nick & Nora, a musical adaptation of the beloved The Thin Man novel and film series. With a dream team that included Arthur Laurents, the creative force behind classics like West Side Story and Gypsy, Charles Strouse, the prolific composer of Bye Bye Birdie and Annie, and Richard Maltby Jr., known for Ain't Misbehavin', this show had all the makings of a hit. The star-studded cast featured Barry Bostwick and Joanna Gleason, among others. However, despite the promise on paper, Nick & Nora faced an unprecedented series of delays, setbacks, and ultimately, a one-week run. This episode sheds light on why the show faced so many challenges, from those who were there every step of the way. We explore the explosive clashes, financial woes, and behind-the-scenes drama that led to Nick & Nora's abrupt closure, serving as a cautionary tale that even Broadway's brightest stars can find themselves lost in the shadows. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer, and a big thank you goes to Richard Maltby, Jr and Mark Hoebee for their candor and openness in sharing their stories from this tumultuous musical.  Click here to find the transcript for this episode and a full list of links and resources used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Closing Night, a theater history podcast celebrating Broadway shows that closed too soon. In the previous episode we went back to the dark days of 9/11 as Broadway went dark and had to find its own way back as a nation grieved and was forever changed. Back in 2021, which marked the 20th anniversary of those devastating 9/11 attacks, a live recording of the Broadway production of Come From Away was released. It featured many past and present members of the cast. But one of the original cast members, Rodney Hicks, was absent from the filming. And in this bonus episode I'm sharing a conversation I had with Rodney on my other podcast Why I'll Never Make It. We discuss his long journey with the show, and how it came to a rather sudden end. Yet through it all, though, Rodney remained sure that even in the darkest of times, there is still some light to be found. Rodney Hicks was featured in two episodes on Why I'll Never Make It and they can be found on your favorite podcast app or on Youtube. --- Follow Closing Night on Instagram and listen to it on your favorite podcast app! Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian welcomes back one of his very first podcast guests, filmmaker Sean Fahey, for a look at the life-changing new documentary, For Kicks--which will have its world premiere this weekend at the Chicago Underground Film Festival!The film centers on Chicago security specialist and musician Eugene Thomas who, back in the 1980s had a wild career in Taiwanese martial arts movies. After learning self-defense from watching Kung Fu movies, Thomas took formal Tae Kwon Do lessons, and traveled East to find his true calling. Through a series of chance encounters, he rose to prominence as one of the genre's few Black superstars--along with Ron Van Clief, who Fahey also profiles in the doc.In this interview, Sean talks about what he's been up to since making his first feature film, Bailout (For Kicks is his second); the unexpected circumstances under which he learned about his friend's secret life as a movie star; and how he found cosmic parallels between Thomas' life story and his own as a filmmaker.He also talks the possible future of For Kicks--i.e. where folks might see the movie outside of a handful of upcoming festivals. The film will screen as the Closing Night event at CUFF's 30th anniversary celebration this Sunday, with shows at 5pm and 8:30pm (with appearances by Sean and Eugene Thomas!).Show LinksGet your tickets for CUFF's September 17th Closing Night event, featuring For Kicks, with Sean Fahey and Eugene Thomas!For more information about the Chicago Underground Film Festival's 30th anniversary celebration, check out the fest's website and their full schedule.Keep up with Sean's film and video work at Vimeo.Learn more about Eugene Thomas at his website.And listen to Ian and Sean's first interview from waaaay back in Episode 5 of the Kicking the Seat Podcast, discussing the documentary Bailout!Subscribe to, like, and comment on the Kicking the Seat YouTube channel!

The Marquis Theatre was having great success in 2001 with the revival of Annie Get Your Gun. It had opened in 1999 with Bernadette Peters and Tom Wopat and became just the second show in Marquis history to surpass 1000 performances. It closed with Crystal Bernard in the title role with Tom Wopat coming back as Frank Butler to close the show on September 1, 2001. But ten days after Annie Get Your Gun closed, all of Broadway closed, New York City shut down, and an entire nation was brought to its knees in anguish, heartache, and disbelief. Everything stopped. So far this season, Closing Night has been focused on individual shows at the Marquis Theatre and how and why they closed. But in this special episode, we'll look at the whole Broadway community—the shows and actors and industry leaders—how they were affected by 9/11 and what it took to bring theater back to New York City. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app. --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer, and a big thank you goes to Playbill, the Guides Association of NYC, and the American September Project whose resources made this episode possible.  Click here for the transcript and full list of links and resources used in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Throughout this season and in between the main episodes, you get to hear some of my interviews with artists, creatives, and industry experts. And in this bonus interview episode, two of the guests from the Evita episode share more stories and insights. The first one is actress Christina DeCicco, who played Eva Peron twice a week in the 2012 Broadway revival of Evita. She talks about her audition process, what rehearsals were like, and how she went about portrayed this iconic leading lady. I even open up a bit about my own time on the national tour and some of the parallels we both had in our respective productions. Next, is Sammi Cannold, a director and long-time fan of the musical itself. She was actually in Argentina when we had this conversation, and she'll be sharing what she's learned about this larger-than-life woman, who even decades later is still very much a part of the fabric of Argentina life and culture. This research has informed each of the three productions she's directed of Evita. The latest one was at American Reperatory Theater in Summer of 2023, which the Boston Globe called "Exceptional! A new generation's take on Evita." Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app! --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In April of 2012, the very first revival of Evita came to Broadway, having done the same in London six years earlier. And in both productions, the title role featured a relatively unknown actress to Western audiences: Elena Roger. She followed a select few chosen to take on one of the most difficult female roles in musical theater. First, there was Julie Covington, then Elaine Paige, Patti LuPone, and Madonna. Among this group of women, Madonna was the only one to have already been a celebrity when she took on the role. As for the other ladies, it was Evita that introduced them to the world and turned them into stars. Such is the power of this musical, with book and lyrics by Tim Rice and the iconic score by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Whether it's the 2006 West End revival or its subsequent transfer to Broadway in 2012, neither version even lasted a year, a far cry from their respective original productions. So how did this revival differ from those previous productions? And why couldn't it recapture the fame and longevity of the original? In this episode, we'll explore the history of this high-flying adored musical and the factors that led to its Broadway revival. We'll also highlight some challenges this production faced and the impact Evita continues to have on audiences today. Follow on Instagram and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app! --- Closing Night is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Much appreciation goes to Hal Luftig, Christina DeCicco, and Sammi Cannold for their insights as well as the voice talents of our very own Dan Delgado. Click here for the transcript and full list of links and resources used in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In July of this summer, I did my very first BroadwayCon, which is an annual conference here in New York City about all things Broadway and theater, and while I was there, I got to be a part of events hosted by the Broadway Podcast Network. I conducted live interviews with two actors that I've had the pleasure of working with before: Jelani Alladin and Sharon Catherine Brown. Sharon's interview will actually be featured in a few weeks on my other podcast Closing Night, so follow that theater history podcast on my episode about Jekyll & Hyde. But for today on this podcast, you'll get to hear from Jelani Alladin as we discuss his time in Frozen and Hercules, and why the musical Violet is so meaningful and important to him. You'll also get to hear his answers to the final five questions, which I usually reserve for WINMI subscribers, but that's just some of the little treats you'll be getting in this special episode live from BroadwayCon 2023.  INTRO - Working together in Boy Meets Girl in 2017 STORY #1 - Making his Broadway debut in Frozen STORY #2 - What he learned and why he got fired from Hercules STORY #3 - He didn't always love singing EXTRA - the final five questions Subscribe to WINMI Producing this podcast is a rewarding experience, but it's also costly and time-consuming as I'm essentially a one-man operation. By subscribing you'll be supporting these podcasting efforts, and have access to extended conversations and other bonus content. Whether you subscribe or donate, your financial support of this podcast is greatly appreciated! Subscribe to get access to bonus episodes and extra content   Make a one-time Donation to support transcripts and podcast production If you'd like to support WINMI but have limited funds to do so, then contact me directly for reduced-price or even free access to the bonus content.   Follow WINMI: Website | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, Top Theater Podcast with actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones and is a production of WINMI Media. Background music is by John Bartmann and Blue Dot Sessions is used under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Step into the captivating world of Broadway musicals with Closing Night, a new narrative theater history podcast. In Season 1, we explore the magical musicals that graced the stage of the Marquis Theatre, beginning with the controversial demolitions that birthed its legacy. Join us as we chronicle the rich history of some remarkable shows at one of Broadway's youngest venues, unveiling their untold stories through rare audio clips and behind-the-scenes insights as well as interviews with industry experts, actors, and creative teams. We'll relive the excitement and artistic energy that brought these musicals to Broadway and what led up to their closing night. Whether you're a theater enthusiast, creative artist, or history buff, come enjoy this journey through some gems of Broadway that came and went from the Marquis Theatre.You can find Closing Night wherever you get podcasts or you can find it here: https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/closing-night/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last year, the idea for a new theater history podcast came up as Dan Delgado and I were working on The Little Prince episodes. Well, it took me awhile to get the ball rolling, but the first season of Closing Night is finally here with a focus on Broadway's Marquis Theater. This first episode preview covers the contentious history of this theater and the protests that surrounded its construction. Future episodes will chronicle the many troubled productions that have come and gone in this theater's young history. Click here to follow and listen to Closing Night on your favorite podcast app! --- This podcast is a production of WINMI Media with Patrick Oliver Jones as host and executive producer. Dan Delgado is the editor and co-producer, not only for this podcast but also for his own movie podcast called The Industry. Blake Stadnik composed the theme music, and Maria Clara Ribeiro is co-producer. Much appreciation goes to Joe Rosenberg and Mark Robinson for their insights, Tim Dolan for his support, Robert Armin who captured those street protests back in 1982, as well as the voice talents of our own Dan Delgado and Kate McClanaghan from Actors' SOUND ADVICE. Click here for a transcript and full list of resources used in this episode (and there were a lot of them believe me). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices