Podcasts about hands on a hardbody

Merely Players is in the middle of a diverse and interesting 2023-24 season, currently showing the regional premiere of Hands on a Hardbody at the Merely Underground at 789 Tech Center Drive. Hands on a Hardbody is a 2013 country rock musical based on a 1997 documentary about a group of Texans who compete to win a new truck by keeping their hands on it the longest. This unconventional musical, with a book by Doug Wright and music by Amanda Green and Trey Anastasio of Phish, explores a wide array of human experiences and emotions, as the contestants reveal their stories through an upbeat score that fuses country, blues, and rock.  Featuring an ensemble cast of local talent and an actual full size working truck, this show is fun for the whole family. By Jessica McCallum.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/merely-players-presents-rock-musical-hands-on-a-hardbody This story is sponsored by Sky Ute Casino and The Payroll DepartmentSupport the show

The HBS hosts discuss a real human drama.Note to listeners: if you haven't already, you may want to watch “Hands on a Hardbody: The Documentary” (link to complete film on YouTube here) before listening!"Hands on a Hardbody: The Documentary" tells the story of an annual competition held from 1992 to 2005 in Longview, Texas, in which a local Nissan dealership selected 24 contestants by lottery for a chance to win a tantalizing symbol of freedom and mobility in many rural areas: a brand-new hardbody truck. All the contestants had to do to win it was to show up at 5am in the sweltering Texas summer heat, place a hand on the truck, and wait until theirs was the last hand left. They got a 5-minute break every hour and a 15-minute break every six hours, but the rest of the time they couldn't lean, they couldn't sleep, they couldn't use the bathroom, and most importantly they couldn't take their hand off the hardbody.They could only wrestle with the relentless passage of time… and all of the boredom, exhaustion, physical pain, and quite often delirium it brought with it. So they waited. And waited. And waited…sometimes more than 80 straight hours before there was only one hand left. That's more three entire days and nights. As the clock ticks relentlessly on and we learn more about each contestant's hunger for a chance at prosperity, what seemed like an absurd spectacle of willpower and perseverance becomes a deeper exploration of the human condition—the limits of mind and body, amity and enmity, suffering and compassion, ambition and ability— all as these 24 contestants confront the bittersweet realities of the American dream in the hopes of escaping the suffocating shackles of their circumstances. In the words of Benny Perkins, former winner of a hardbody, return contestant in the documentary “Hands on a Hardbody,” and arguably one of the most underrated philosophers of the 20th Century: “It's a real human drama.”Full episode notes available at this link:https://hotelbarpodcast.com/podcast/episode-106-hbs-goes-to-the-movies-hands-on-a-hardbody-the-documentary-1997 -------------------If you enjoy Hotel Bar Sessions podcast, please be sure to subscribe and submit a rating/review!Follow us on Twitter @hotelbarpodcast, on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel!    

This episode we are joined by actor Jay Armstrong Johnson!  Jay is currently starring in the Tony winning Broadway revival of Parade.  His past credits include, Hair, Catch Me if You Can, Hands on a Hardbody, On the Town and Phantom of the Opera.  We chat with Jay about his career, his passion for producing, working with Emma Thompson and his yearly Halloween fundraising event I Put A Spell On You: The Return of the Sanderson Sisters.

On this week's episode of the podcast, Phillip is joined by his friend Tim Martin to discuss the 1997 documentary called Hands On A Hardbody. Phillip starts the show by introducing Tim and then having Tim explain who he is. Here is Tim's link for you to help out with Beyond the Mezzanine https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beyond-the-mezzanine#/ (Chip is busy this week, but will be back next week.) Phillip gives a shout out to his film buds on Twitter, and then plays a little audio from Quentin talking about Hands on a Hardbody. The guys play a trailer for the documentary. It's then time for Listener Opinions, about this movie, from Instagram and Twitter. Then they discuss this full of heart and Americana documentary. It's a fun one and it's available on YouTube for free. After the discussion they rate the movie 1 to 5 stars, 5 being the best. They talk about whether they would buy, rent, or find this movie for free somewhere. It's then time for Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; The Flash (2023). Tim gives a recommendation of something that he liked a lot; Barry. Phillip then has the randomizer pick the next movie for June 30th; Piranha (1978). So come back then and join Phillip and his cousin Chip for some fun in the water. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/makingtarantinothepodcast/message

Hear what Raleigh Little Theatre's Executive Director Heather Strickland and HANDS ON A HARDBODY Director Brian Westbrook have to say about the evolution of Raleigh Little Theatre, musical theater, and more. LinksRaleigh Little Theatre''s WebsiteLet's Get SocialFacebook @beltlinetobroadwayTwitter @beltlinetobwayInstagram @beltlinetobroadwayTikTok @beltlinetobroadway

Down on the Docs - Ep. 30 - Hands on a Hardbody: The Documentary (1997) Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/NeX5wVfYgM Down on the Docs, starring comedians Chris Neff & Dave Sarra, is a weekly podcast breaking down the latest documentaries on Netflix, HBO, and Amazon Prime the only way they know how, with lots of dumb jokes. Twitter: https://twitter.com/downonthedocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downonthedocspod/ Chris Neff: https://twitter.com/chrisneffcomedy https://www.instagram.com/horsetooth Dave Sarra https://twitter.com/davexhale https://www.instagram.com/dave.sarra https://youtube.com/DaveSarra

Two-time Tony Award® nominee Amanda Green talks about her recent work in Mr. Saturday Night, becoming the first woman president of The Dramatists Guild, and a sneak peek into what's coming up in 2023. Director of Marketing Nella Vera hosts. Amanda received nominations for the 2022 Tony Award® and Drama Desk Award for her lyrics for Mr. Saturday Night, starring the legendary Billy Crystal. She received a Tony Award® nomination and two Drama Desk nominations for her music & lyrics for Hands On A Hardbody; in the same Broadway season she co-wrote lyrics for Bring It On with Lin Manuel Miranda (Tony Award® nominated for Best Musical, Drama Desk nom for Lyrics). Also Broadway: High Fidelity (lyrics); additional book & lyrics for revival of Kiss Me, Kate (2019); additional lyrics for On the Twentieth Century starring Kristin Chenoweth (2014). TV: Peter Pan Live (additional lyrics). As a musical comedy performer she has received two MAC Awards and a BISTRO Award. Amanda currently serves as the first woman to hold the office of President of The Dramatists Guild of America. For more information about Amanda's upcoming show, visit 54Below.com/AmandaGreen The 54 Below Podcast is hosted by Nella Vera and Kevin Ferguson, and produced by Michael Allan Galvez, with support from the 54 Below marketing staff. Original artwork design by Philip Romano. Follow Nella on Twitter and Instagram at @spinstripes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/71449739 In the mid-'90s, a car dealership in Texas offered contestants a chance to win a free truck if they could perform one feat of physical and mental agility: keep one hand on the truck for longer than anyone else. The documentary HANDS ON A HARDBODY (1997) captures the contest in all its agony. We're joined by John Semley to discuss what - if anything - this highly evocative document has to say about America.

What lengths would you go to to win a brand new pickup truck? This week Branden and Lewis discuss the 1997 documentary 'Hands on a Hardbody' that follows a group of contestants that spend days with a hand on a car in order to win it. We talk about The American Dream, Branden's hometown and great sports documentaries. As always we recommend everyone to watch along with us, and send your thoughts to us @filmchurchradio Thank you so much for the support on the previous episodes, we love reading all the comments and reviews! If you Like the show make sure to leave us a rating and review wherever you listen! We hope that you enjoy the show and return in future to the congregation! Show Website: https://film-church-radio.captivate.fm/listen Branden's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/selmanscope/ Lewis' Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/walkerlewis3007/ Past Episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/film-church-radio/id1603164927 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmchurchradio/

Kathleen Monteleone is an actress, singer/songwriter, producer and writer who captivates audiences with her memorable performances and storytelling.  Born in Germany, Kathleen is a graduate of Marymount Manhattan College where she majored in theatre/musical theatre. Her career kick-started when she competed for the role of Sandy on NBC's GREASE: You're the One That I Want. Soon after she landed roles as Elle Woods in the national tour of Legally Blonde The Musical and Dede Halcyon-Day in Tales of The City The Musical. She made her Broadway debut originating the role of Heather Stovall in Hands On A Hardbody.  On the television side, Kathleen's credits include the feature Are You Joking? directed by Jake Wilson, TNT's Good Behavior alongside Michelle Dockery, and Comedy Central's Goatface with Hasan Minhaj. Monteleone will next be seen starring in the feature film American Reject, which she also wrote and produced. The film, directed by Marlo Hunter, is a big-hearted comedy about a finalist who gets the boot from America's hottest singing competition and is forced to move back in with her mother as reality cameras follow her every move. It is inspired by Kathleen's true story and is a tale of finding oneself that features original music. The film won both “Best of Fest” at the Adirondack Film Festival and the Audience Award for Narrative Feature at Bend Film Festival in 2020. In addition, the film screened at the New Orleans Film Festival and the Las Vegas International Film & Screenwriting Festival in November of the same year, where the Las Vegas jury awarded Kathleen “Best Actress.” The film is set to release on-demand in April 2022.  Monteleone splits her time between New Orleans and New York City with her husband and 4 children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a movie you've never heard of told in a way stories are rarely still told today.     Everyone has a camera and everyone has a public profile, but instead of sharing unprecedented levels of the human experience, most people perform and conform.      Every person is capable of offering us insight, whether intentionally or accidentally. But when our culture seems increasingly contrived and guarded, does it influence us to become just as insincere?     ◬ In this episode:      ⋗ Word of the podcast: Tenacity ⋗ Art is ruined by rigid, cynical narrative-seeking ⋗ Does each generation get weaker?   ⋗ The insight of the average person ⋗ The omen of the Island Boys ⋗ Is our culture afraid of sincerity?   ⋗ Technology changes the way we present and understand ourselves ⋗ Why are we losing real-world connection as we gain an unprecedented amount of online connection?   ◬ Get every weekly episode and a civilized space to discuss philosophy, society, mythology, and more on the Silver Eye Society Patreon.   ◬ Listen to the podcast via: Spotify Amazon Tune-In Podbean Apple

It's another episode of the Unnamed Automotive Podcast, and this time, we're talking cars. Benjamin has a lot to say about the latest two door BMW, the 2022 M240i xDrive. With more power, and a longer wheelbase, this coupe is a departure from what the 2 series used to represent, and hints towards the future that BMW is building for its brand. Is more power ever a bad thing? What does this mean for the future M2? Where are all the useless gimmicks? All that and more are answered. Then Sami brings up some news topics, including Kia's push for EVs which may or may not include some pickup trucks, which has our hosts wondering, are there enough EV pickups? Speaking of which, news was shared about the upcoming Ram EV Pickup, which will use a body on frame design, making it fairly unique in the world of EVs. Then we get a closer look at the upcoming Jeep EV. Benjamin also shares his mild enthusiasm for a recently released Kia musical instrument. Finally, to end the episode, Benjamin describes a '90s phenomenom known as Hands on a Hard Body. A contest that stressed out participants mentally and physically, it left a mark on Benjamin with its sad 2000s coda. Listen to all of this and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe for more great automotive content.

Brian and Shelly share their favorite discoveries from previous years during 2021 including Possession, Dogfight and Hands On A Hardbody

After realizing he “didn't just want to get up there and do a kick ball change, and sing a high C”, but also wanted his art to make change in the world, this Broadway veteran decided social justice would become a theme in his career.  Jay Armstrong Johnson is no stranger to the stage, or screen for that matter, having six Broadway productions on his resume, as well as a recurring role on the ABC series Quantico. His Broadway credits include Phantom of the Opera (Raoul), On The Town, Hands on a Hardbody, Catch Me If You Can, and Hair (Broadway debut). Jay originated the role of Banko in Roundabout Theatre Company's world premiere of Scotland, PA, for which he received a 2020 Outer Critics Circle Award Honor. He is the driving force, and a star of, the Hocus Pocus themed concert event “I Put A Spell On You”, which raised over a quarter of a million dollars for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS last year. Coming up next, Jay will be celebrating his birthday with all who tune in to his live streamed show from 54 Below on September 1st.  Jay grew up a “queer kid” in Texas, and when he joined a community theater group at 12 years old, he realized he had found his place and his people. Jay shares his deep love for the movie Hocus Pocus with us, and how it later inspired him to create the now yearly and widely successful “I Put A Spell On You” show/fundraiser. He opens up about how his Broadway debut in Hair was a “life changing experience”, one where they played the part of 60's hippies on stage, and also walked the walk offstage going to rallies and marches for marriage equality as a cast. Jay also speaks candidly about the “reckoning” of the last year within the theater industry, and the need for representation both on and off stage. In this episode, we talk about:  Being bullied at school as a child  Growing up as a “scholarship kid” How he almost ended up a swimmer  How his parents divorce provided some “relief” Connecting with Bette Midler Connect with Jay: IG: @jay_a_johnson Twitter: @jay_a_johnson On the Web Get Tickets to his 54/Below Birthday concert Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com Alan's personal Instagram: @alanseales Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Thank you to our friends Jukebox The Ghost for our intro and outro music. You can find them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @jukeboxtheghost or via the web via jukeboxtheghost.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Logan and Sammie discuss two shows that... to an extent, are based on a true story! Are you team #traversethemountainsmadeofmusic or #texansputtingtheirhandsonachevy? Listen and let us know! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/logan-keller/support

Welcome to the all new edition of Films for the Void!, Episode 5! In this episode, Eric and Landon see just how far time flies and take a look at Shane Carruth's 2004 film Primer, as well as some recently watched movies! Along with a recap of this year's Academy Awards, a discussion of a Kubrick classic, and a dissection of just how far some will go to win a new truck - all on the latest episode of Films for the Void!TIME STAMPS00:00:55 Academy Awards Discussion00:14:58 Mank00:20:38 Dog Day Afternoon00:23:59 Scream00:30:06 Beavis & Butthead Do America00:34:56 Paths of Glory00:40:40 Hands on a Hardbody00:45:06 Primer01:21:13 Landon's Guest + Recommendation for Next EpisodeFollow us on Twitter: @films_voidLandon: @igotdefeverman (Twitter), @duhfever (Instagram), @landondefever (Letterboxd)Eric: @ericwiththehair (Twitter, Letterboxd), @ericwiththebeard (Instagram)Edited by RB (@gettuffstaytuff on Twitter)

Internationally renowned theater choreographer and director, SERGIO TRUJILLO is the first ever Latinx recipient of the Tony Award for Best Choreography. He was honored with the Tony in 2019 for AIN’T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS. Additionally, he won the 2015 Olivier Award for Best Theatre Choreographer for MEMPHIS. Sergio was previously nominated for several awards including a Tony Award for ON YOUR FEET!, Drama Desk Awards for HANDS ON A HARDBODY, LEAP OF FAITH, MEMPHIS, and JERSEY BOYS, a Lucille Lortel Award for SAVED, and received an Ovation Award for EMPIRE. He made his Broadway debut in 1999, dancing in JEROME ROBBINS’ BROADWAY. As a dancer, he has performed on Broadway in GUYS AND DOLLS, VICTOR/VICTORIA, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, and FOSSE. Sergio made his choreographic debut in 2005 with Broadway’s ALL SHOOK UP. His success expanded from there with JERSEY BOYS — which continues to grow in popularity worldwide. In 2011, four of his productions ran simultaneously on Broadway: NEXT TO NORMAL (2010 Pulitzer Prize), THE ADDAMS FAMILY, MEMPHIS (Olivier Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, NAACP Award, Drama Desk Award nomination, Astaire Award nomination), and JERSEY BOYS (Greenroom Award, Olivier Award nomination, Drama Desk Award nomination, Dora Award nomination, Outer Critics Circle Award nomination). Adding to his list of Broadway choreography credits are SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL (Chita Rivera Award, NAACP Award nomination), A BRONX TALE (Chita Rivera Award nomination), and GUYS AND DOLLS (Astaire Award nomination). Recent directing credits include Cirque Du Soleil’s PARAMOUR currently playing in Germany, ARRABAL for American Repertory Theater (Elliot Norton Award for best direction), the North American tour of FLASH DANCE THE MUSICAL, and the Broadway concert of GLORIA ESTEFAN & MIAMI SOUND MACHINE. Sergio is bringing a number of Latinx musicals aimed at bringing forth the stories of the Hispanic Culture in America. Some of his favorite future productions include: WAITING FOR SNOW IN HAVANA based on the book of the same title by Carlos Eire, LIVES IN LIMBO based on the book by Roberto Gonzales, REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES based on the play by Josefina Lopez, and CASA DE LAS FLORES inspired the Netflix Series by Manolo Caro. He has introduced audiences to his choreography in many noteworthy Off-Broadway shows including INVISIBLE THREAD for Second Stage, ROMEO & JULIET for The Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park, A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN and KISMET for New York City Center Encores!, THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK for Dodger Stages, and BARE: A POP OPERA for the American Theatre for Actors. Sergio works and resides in New York City. He is proud to be the first choreographer ever invited to serve as a voting member of the American Theatre Wing’s Advisory Committee for the Tony Awards, is an avid supporter of and serves on the advisory boards of R.Evolution Latina and New York Theatre Barn, and is an active member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society. Sergio is Colombian born, and was raised in Toronto. He studied science at the University of Toronto, and later pursued further education by attending chiropractic school. Recently he was distinguished as one of the Top 100 Colombians in the world by President Juan Manuel Santos and was voted as one of the top 50 Creative Colombian Artists in the world by Forbes Magazine. Since 1990, he has been in a loving and inspiring relationship with actor Jack Noseworthy. They married in 2011 and were ecstatic to welcome their baby boy, Lucas Alejandro Truworthy, in March 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Entered in a small southern town competition, the Semites of Cinema must use the power of podcast to win! They discuss Psychokiller Penn Badgley, Fast Food, and the Americana documentary, Hands on a Hardbody.

This week, we chat with our old buddy, East Hampton resident and Broadway composer/cabaret artiste Amanda Green. She is the recipient of the 2013 Frederic Loewe Award from the The Dramatists Guild of America (with collaborator Trey Anastasio of Phish) for her music for "Hands On A Hardbody" (lyricist; co-composer). She's been nominated for a Tony Award, three Drama Desk Awards, and an Outer Critics Circle Award, including a nod for her lyrics (with Lin-Manuel Miranda) for "Bring It On." We talk about the difference between writing pop/country and writing for the stage, her incredible Broadway/Hollywood upbringing (daughter of Adolph Green and Phyllis Newman), and her upcoming projects -- plus laughs and a few surprises.

Kathleen Monteleone is an actor, singer, writer and producer. Right out of college she competed for the role of Sandy on NBC’s GREASE: You’re the One That I Want and from there landed lead roles in Legally Blonde and Hands On A Hardbody. She’s since branched out into filmmaking and currently stars in the comedy, American Reject which she also wrote and produced. For more visit KathleenMonteleone.com and AmericanReject.movie. Making A Living Show is produced by Next Exit Media and hosted by Robi Levy. Listen to the show on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeartRadio, Podbean, Radio Public, TuneIn, Youtube, Audible, Pandora and Podchaser. Follow the show on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Youtube. Support the show with a monthly contribution here. Hot Swing by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Welcome to the B-Side Word! Join us while we have a relaxed conversation about news articles that are not on the front page!   If you enjoyed this episode, click like, and subscribe to our channel for more episodes! You can also listen to them on iTunes and Spotify, or watch on YouTube or Facebook.     This week's articles: Drunk tank pink - https://www.npr.org/2013/04/05/176339686/drunk-tank-pink-finds-clues-to-behavior Hands on a hardbody - https://www.esquire.com/uk/culture/film/a34343932/watch-hands-on-a-hardbody/ Gorilla glue update - https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/beauty/face-body/gorilla-glue-girl-gets-hair-unstuck-after-surgery/news-story/dffc547fc226296a0d3f9dc3d9721ec4 Michael Jackson - https://boingboing.net/2018/07/02/a-grocery-store-was-once-shut.html     Did you like anything that was said? Hit that like button! What are your thoughts on today's topics? Comment below! Want to see more videos like this? Subscribe! Know a friend that might enjoy this? Share to your friends!   To find out more about us, check out our socials below: Alexander: @phlexphitness Devin: @devinlegaspi Maxie: @maxie.insider

The team takes drives of shame home after the Staten Island debacle. Emma Olivia and Cheryl find themselves too close for comfort; Kay gives Bobby the silent treatment; Maxwell Fernsby has an interesting proposition for director-choreographer-cheerleader Zoey—and Steve may already have his next musical project lined up with Andrew Barth Feldman. No spoilers, but two words: Fantasy Island. For the full cast & creatives list, check the show notes visit BPN.fm/AsTheCurtainRises. This is an original radio play produced by the Broadway Podcast Network. As The Curtain Rises proudly supports The Actor's Fund, the Broadway Podcast Network Frontline Initiative, and is a sponsored project of IFP (www.ifp.org). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From stage to screen, Keala Settle is a powerhouse talent. She made her Broadway debut in 2011 Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, then originated the role of Norma Valverde in Hands On A Hardbody on Broadway in 2013 and was nominated for the Outer Critics Circle Award, Drama Desk Award and Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Her other credits include Hairspray, Les Miserables and Waitress. In 2017, she portrayed Lettie Lutz in the film The Greatest Showman with Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron and Zendaya and sang the song “This Is Me. ” The song won the 2018 Golden Globe award for best original song and nominated for an Academy Award for the same category. In this very candid conversation, she shares why this award winning song made her feel so incredibly vulnerable and where she finds her strength and sense of belonging now. Keala’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/kealasettle

The boys return to chat about a different type of endurance test doc when 24 random people put hands on a truck to see who can last the longest in order to drive off the lot with the vehicle as the trophy. Join us as we review Hands on a Hardbody!

The gang's all here and we're talking about the brilliant documentary HANDS ON A HARDBODY. 100% this is a movie that we would recommend to anyone. It's a great watch and (for some reason) it's available to stream on MAILCHIMP's website?? Here's the direct link to the movie. https://mailchimp.com/presents/film/hands-on-a-hardbody/ (Thank you MailChimp, I guess??) Don't forget to listen to Rivers' more frequent podcast The Goods from the Woods

This films is so good...you won't be able to keep your hands off it! Behold the 1997 documentary "Hands on a Hardbody." Episode 51: Zach's choice Facebook: www.facebook.com/YouMissedIt/ Twitter: twitter.com/ymi_podcast Soundcloud: @youmisseditpodcast iTunes: itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/you-m…-it/id1300461379 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4tp0AdTgfZR…_YTvOkBCfy-ikLQw Hands on a Hardbody (1997) Directed by S.R. Bindler

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Amanda Green is a Tony-nominated lyricist/composer. She is the recipient of the 2013 Frederic Loewe Award from the Dramatists Guild (with collaborator Trey Anastasio) for her music for Hands On A Hardbody (lyricist; co-composer), one of two new musicals she premiered on Broadway in the 2012-2013 season. She also co-wrote the lyrics for Bring It On (currently on its second National Tour). For her work on Hands she was nominated for a Tony Award, Two Drama Desk Awards (music, lyrics) and an Outer Critics Circle Award. She was nominated for a third Drama Desk Award the same year for her lyrics (with Lin Manuel Miranda) for Bring It On. Also on Broadway:High Fidelity (lyrics). NY and regional credits: Stars of David (original songs; 2013; DR2 Theater). Arthur Laurents asked her to write additional lyrics for the revival ofHallelujah Baby (Arena Stage, directed by Mr. Laurents). For The Love Of Tiffany: A Wifetime Original Musical (lyricist, co-star; NY Fringe Festival). “Put A Little Love In Your Mouth! The Songs Of Amanda Green” (Second Stage Theater, Joe’s Pub); Up The Week Without A Paddle (2001 LADCC Nomination (Best Score), Backstage's Garland Award (Best Score). She is also an award-winning performer (2 MAC Awards, BISTRO Award) who performs her work, along with Broadway stars, in concerts everywhere from Carnegie Hall to Birdland to The Bluebird Café in Nashville. She has acted in musicals on Broadway and regionally, including originating the role of “Gary Coleman” in Avenue Q at The O’Neill Center. Legendary guitarist Trey Anastasio performs songs he and Amanda have co-written in arena concerts around the country with his bands PHISH and TAB. Other Awards: The Jonathan Larson Award, The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame Abe Olman Award. TV: The Wonder Pets. BMI Musical Theater Workshop, Alumni; B.A. Brown University; Dramatists Guild member.

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This week we finally review HANDS ON A HARDBODY: THE DOCUMENTARY (1997) thanks to a tip from Ashley’s brother about streaming options. This surprisingly moving film by S.R. Bindler documents the human drama surrounding an endurance competition to win a Nissan Hardbody pickup where 24 contestants stand with their hands on the truck until only one is left standing. This was Ashley’s introduction to the wonderful world of independent documentaries. Somehow Dave never managed to see it even though it was still playing at the dearly departed Dobie Theater across from UT when he started film school there. Links: Stream Hands on a Hardbody "You Gotta Have the Mettle" - Leah Churner, Austin Chronicle. 4/19/2013 Subscribe in iTunes, Android, or Spotify. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Visit our site: shutupwatchthis.wordpress.com Send your feedback to shutupwatchthis@gmail.com Please consider leaving a review or a star rating on iTunes, so other folks can find us. © 2019 Ashley Carr & Dave Wilson

Ten down-on-their-luck Texans gather on a car lot to compete for a cherry red Nissan pickup. They must lay their gloved hands upon the truck and, except for scheduled breaks every six hours, never let go. The last person standing wins. That’s the premise behind Hands on a Hardbody, a 2012 musical now in its Bay Area premiere run at Napa’s Lucky Penny Community Arts Center. Based on a 1997 documentary that followed 24 contestants in an actual endurance competition, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Doug Wright trimmed the number of contestants to ten and Trey Anastasio (Phish) and Amanda Green composed a Tony-nominated score to tell their backstories. For those who don’t think there’s enough here for a full-length musical, Benny Perkins (Brian Watson) makes it clear to the audience that it’s a “Human Kind of Thing”, and then each contestant explains what they’d do “If I Had This Truck”. Benny’s won the contest before but since lost the truck and his wife. Ronald (Michael David Smith) thinks his all-Snickers diet is the ticket to victory (he’s mistaken.) J. D. (Barry Martin) sees the truck as a way to regain his virility. Greg (Ryan Hook) and Kelli (Kirstin Pieschke) meet cute and then make plans to drive away to Hollywood together. Janis (Lucinda Hitchcok Cone) is doing it for her kids. Jesus (Alex Gomez) could use some help putting himself through veterinary school. Chris (Michael Scott Wells) is a military vet who’s looking to make his son proud. Heather (Jenny Angell) may have the inside track, but Norma (Daniela Innocenti Beem) has God on her side. Benny is the ostensible lead, but it’s a true ensemble piece with each character, including the non-contestants involved (spouses, the car dealers, a radio DJ) having their moments. Credit to director Taylor Bartolucci for assembling a talented, diverse cast to explore the themes beneath the surface and to choreographer Staci Arriaga for figuring out how to make the cast move with one hand attached to a truck at all times (well, mostly.) By the way, the truck is on rollers and is frequently spun by the cast, so no one section of the audience spends the bulk of the show staring at the back end of a truck (or cast member.) Musical director Craig Burdette leads a four-piece band in the heavily country and western-influenced score whose musical highlight is the raucous gospel number “Joy of the Lord”. Basically, it’s A Chorus Line with a truck and at two and a half hours it runs a bit long, but by the end you’ll be giving a hand to this Hardbody. ‘Hands on a Hardbody' plays Thursdays through Sundays through June 17 at the Lucky Penny Community Arts Center in Napa. Thursday performances are at 7pm; Fridays and Saturdays are at 8pm; the Sunday matinee is at 2pm. For more information, go to www.luckypennynapa.com

Michael is an award-winning filmmaker who began his career as a film student at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, where he won the William Morris Screenwriting Award for his short film KILLIN' TIME and later graduated with top honors after receiving the school's most prestigious filmmaking award, the merit-based WTC Johnson Fellowship. He went on to study with director Cory Allen and legendary acting teacher Sanford Meisner and has written and/or directed several award-winning feature films and scripts including PLAYBACK (starring Christian Slater), JUST PECK (starring Brie Larson), and the animated feature BUNYAN & BABE (starring John Goodman). As a cinematographer, Nickles has shot several acclaimed documentaries, including HANDS ON A HARDBODY, which won the Audience Award at the AFI Festival and which was recently turned into a Broadway musical. He also shot the travel doc MIKE'S INDIAN and the rock-doc MOTORCITY MOTOR MOUTH along with several music videos and behind-the-scenes episodes on musical artists for MTV and VH1. Most recently, Nickles wrote, directed and produced the Main-based holiday/comedy HOLLY STAR and is the Executive Producer of Heather Graham's directorial debut HALF MAGIC. He is also the writer/director of the upcoming international thriller CIRCLE 9.   In this episode, Michael shares his one way ticket to the state of his best self. He also talks about the making of the film "Swing Away", the many charms of Greece, and offers advise for up and coming filmmakers. Michael is just one of the extraordinary guests featured on The One Way Ticket Show, where Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guests where they'd go if given a one way ticket, no coming back! Destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or a state of mind. Steven's guests have included: Nobel Peace Prize Winner, President Jose Ramos-Horta; Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; Law Professor, Alan Dershowitz; Broadcast Legend, Charles Osgood; International Rescue Committee President & CEO, David Miliband; Grammar Girl, Mignon Fogarty; Journalist-Humorist-Actor Mo Rocca; ; Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr.; Abercrombie & Kent Founder, Geoffrey Kent; Travel Expert, Pauline Frommer, as well as leading photographers, artists, writers and more.

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I"m a little obsessed with today's guest, Jay Armstrong Johnson. I loved him in "Hands on a Hardbody" and "On the Town" and I think I've listened to his new album "Jay Armstrong Johnson Live at Feinstein's / 54 Below" like 100 times. It's that good. He made his Broadway debut in 2009 in "Hair" and went on to standby for Aaron Tveit in "Catch Me if You Can" before originating his roles in "Hands on a Hardbody" and "On the Town." This episode has TONS of music from Jay's new album. Enjoy!

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The hilarious Tony nominee chats with us about the 3 years she spent playing Tracy Turnblad in the national tour of "Hairspray" , making her Broadway debut in "Priscilla: Queen of the Desert", winning the role of Norma Valverde in the (criminally short lived) "Hands on a Hardbody" and the Tony nod that came with it, and playing Madame Thenardier in "Les Mis" 8 times per week. This episode is packed with emotion, hilarity, and heart!

Director Missy Koonce and cast members of the show “Hands On A Hardbody”  talk about their upcoming show.  And Director Michelle Mauler and cast talk about the Independence City Theatre […] The post Unicorn Theatre’s “Hands On A Hardbody” & Independence City Theatre’s production of “Taming Of The Shrew” appeared first on KKFI.

Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE ELIXIR OF LOVE, by Gaetano Donizetti & Felice Romani, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (2) THE PAWN, at Circus Flora, (3) THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, by Marvin Hamlisch, Carole Baker Sager, & Neil Simon, at Stages St. Louis, (4) OLIVER!, by Lionel Bart, at Insight Theatre Co., (5) HANDS ON A HARDBODY, by Trey Anastasio, Amanda Green, & Doug Wright, at New Line Theatre, and (6) THE RIVER, Elizabeth Heffron, and THIS IS NOWHERE, by Caitlin McCommis, at Tesseract Theatre Co.

One of Broadway's most exciting new (and really funny) composer/lyricists - author of the Tony nominated BRING IN ON - THE MUSICAL and HANDS ON A HARDBODY