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Jeffrey Seller is an Tony Award-winning American theatrical producer best known for his work on Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights, and Hamilton, as well as inventing Broadway's first rush ticket and lottery ticket policies. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 1986, Jeffrey moved to New York City where he worked, as a publicist, booking agent, and producer. With his business partner Kevin McCollum he produced three Best Musical Tony Award-winning Broadway shows; Rent, Avenue Q, and In the Heights. With increasingly expensive Broadway ticket prices, Seller and McCollum invented Broadway's first rush ticket policy early on in the production of Rent. The idea was to keep the show accessible for people “in their 20s and 30s, artists, Bohemians-the people for whom Jonathan Larson wrote the show.” A select number of front row tickets would be sold for $20 on a first come per-serve basis. Rush tickets became so popular that people began to sleep on the streets outside the theater to get a spot at the front of the line. Out of concern for the safety of those who participated in the Rush policy Seller and McCollum created Broadway's first lottery ticket policy, which kept cheap tickets accessible to a young audience by selling $20 tickets to the winners of a drawing. Together Seller and McCollum also produced De La Guarda, Andrew Lippa's The Wild Party, High Fidelity, and the revival of WestSide Story. After working with Lin-Manuel Miranda on In the Heights, he produced Hamilton. Hamilton has gone on to receive widespread critical acclaim and commercial success. In June 2016, Hamilton received 11 Tony awards of a record-breaking 16 nominations, including a Best Musical win for Seller, making it his fourth Tony Award. He is the author of the memoir, Theater Kid: A Broadway Memoir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
TAKE ME OR LEAVE ME!! Rent Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: / thereelrejects The Broadway Hit Musical gets a divisive adaptation from Chris Columbus (Harry Potter & Home Alone). Greg Alba and Andrew Gordon (CinePals) react to the beloved musical movie RENT, diving into the unforgettable story, iconic songs, and powerful performances that defined a generation. Based on Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking Broadway musical, RENT follows a year in the lives of struggling artists in New York's East Village during the Late 80's crisis. The film stars Anthony Rapp (Adventures in Babysitting, Star Trek: Discovery) as Mark Cohen, Rosario Dawson (Daredevil, The Mandalorian Ahsoka) as Mimi Marquez, Adam Pascal (School of Rock, Cold Case) as Roger Davis, Jesse L. Martin (The Flash, Law & Order) as Tom Collins, Idina Menzel (Frozen, Wicked) as Maureen Johnson, Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Flawless) as Angel Dumott Schunard, Tracie Thoms (Cold Case, The Devil Wears Prada) as Joanne Jefferson, and Taye Diggs (Private Practice, The Best Man) as Benjamin Coffin III. We go deep into all the songs from the most popular to the underrated gems: "Seasons of Love," "La Vie Bohème," "Take Me or Leave Me," "Out Tonight," "One Song Glory," "Light My Candle," "Today 4 U," "Without You," "I'll Cover You," "Rent," "Santa Fe," "Another Day," "Goodbye Love," "What You Own," "Over the Moon," and "Your Eyes." From standout performances to emotional gut-punches, Greg and Andrew explore the cultural legacy of RENT. Drop your favorite RENT song in the comments and subscribe for more musical reactions, movie breakdowns, and CinePals collabs! Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you seeing damage in your trees since the cicadas came to town? Something to worry about or not? Dr. Ellen Crocker, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, and Dr. Jonathan Larson, University of Kentucky Entomology, joins us to explain whether or not this is an issue for your forests. Also on tap... James Wright, Executive Director of the Kentucky Forest Industries Association (KFIA), talks about transitioning into his new position, how KFIA operates by helping the industries of Kentucky. And finally Mike Silliman, Kentucky Association of Consulting Foresters (KACF), joins us to talk about how a consulting forester can offer support to landowners by helping them make informed decisions about their woodlands. To view more episodes, visit From the Woods Today at https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today - FTWT 6.11.25
Today on the podcast:Co-Director Steve Pacek stop say to talk about the Arden Theatre Company musical production of RENT, by Jonathan Larson. Here is my interview with Steve Pacek for Arden's production of RENT.ABOUT RENTAt the end of the millennium, a group of bohemians in the East Village struggle with love, loss, and gentrification amidst the AIDS crisis. In this exciting new production, Jonathan Larson's Tony Award™ and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical will transform the Haas Stage and shake the rafters with the iconic chords of “Seasons of Love,” “I'll Cover You, ” and the thrilling, soaring score that is RENT!FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION: https://ardentheatre.org
Dr. Jonathan Larson from the University of Kentucky Entomology Department, joins us to explain how fireflies produce their mesmerizing glow. Also on tap... Made in the Shade: How Shade Tolerance Influences Woodlands and Their Management. Shade tolerance refers to a tree's ability to grow and thrive in various light levels. Billy Thomas explores this key concept and how we can use it to better manage woodlands. To view more episodes, visit From the Woods Today at https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today FTWT 6.4.25
In this special Tonys week episode, Dennis is joined via Zoom by Broadway producer Jeffrey Seller to discuss his book Theater Kid: A Broadway Memoir, which documents his journey from a childhood of family dysfunction and always feeling like an outsider to thriving as a Broadway producer with four Best Musical Tonys to his credit (Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights and Hamilton). Jeffrey talks about why he decided to write the book, the elementary school teacher who saw what was special in him, always having the self belief to take big swings and confessing his love to his college best friend, who happened to be future Broadway composer Andrew Lippa. He also recalls an early workshop of Tik Tik...Boom! where he was exposed to the work of Jonathan Larson for the first time. He was so knocked out he wrote Larson a long, passionate letter, which led to Seller producing Rent five or so years later. He recalls being similarly knocked out by Lin-Manuel Miranda's talent at an early workshop of In the Heights. Other topics include: the current renaissance of new musicals on Broadway, why he chose to write so frankly about sex in his book, that time his process server father decided he wanted to become a circus clown, what it was like to start making really good money after growing up poor in a neighborhood of Detroit known as "Cardboard Village," the year his underdog puppet musical Avenue Q beat out Wicked for Best Musical, what Hamilton represents during the second Trump administration, Jonathan Larson's tragic and untimely death just as Rent was about to explode on the scene, what Larson's parents told him on the night after they lost their son and much, much more.
THEATER KID is a coming-of-age tale from one of the most successful American producers of our time, Jeffrey Seller, who is the only producer to have mounted two Pulitzer Prize-winning musicals-Hamilton and Rent. Before he was producing the musical hits of our generation, Jeffrey was just a kid coming to terms with his adoption, trying to understand his sexuality, and determined to escape his dysfunctional household in a poor neighborhood just outside Detroit. We see him find his voice through musical theater and move to New York, where he is determined to shed his past and make a name for himself on Broadway. But moving to the big city is never easy-especially not at the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis-and Jeffrey learns to survive and thrive in the colorful and cutthroat world of commercial theatre.From his early days as an office assistant, to meeting Jonathan Larson and experiencing the triumph and tragedy of Rent, to working with Lin-Manuel Miranda on In the Heights and Hamilton, Jeffrey completely pulls back the curtain on the joyous and gut-wrenching process of making new musicals, finding new audiences, and winning a Tony Award-all the while finding himself. Told with Jeffrey's candid and captivating voice, THEATER KID is a gripping memoir about fighting through a hardscrabble childhood to make art on one's own terms, chasing a dream against many odds, and finding acceptance and community.As Lin-Manuel Miranda says of THEATER KID, "It belongs on your shelf next to Act One by Moss Hart-if you can manage to put it down; I certainly couldn't."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.
THEATER KID is a coming-of-age tale from one of the most successful American producers of our time, Jeffrey Seller, who is the only producer to have mounted two Pulitzer Prize-winning musicals-Hamilton and Rent. Before he was producing the musical hits of our generation, Jeffrey was just a kid coming to terms with his adoption, trying to understand his sexuality, and determined to escape his dysfunctional household in a poor neighborhood just outside Detroit. We see him find his voice through musical theater and move to New York, where he is determined to shed his past and make a name for himself on Broadway. But moving to the big city is never easy-especially not at the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis-and Jeffrey learns to survive and thrive in the colorful and cutthroat world of commercial theatre.From his early days as an office assistant, to meeting Jonathan Larson and experiencing the triumph and tragedy of Rent, to working with Lin-Manuel Miranda on In the Heights and Hamilton, Jeffrey completely pulls back the curtain on the joyous and gut-wrenching process of making new musicals, finding new audiences, and winning a Tony Award-all the while finding himself. Told with Jeffrey's candid and captivating voice, THEATER KID is a gripping memoir about fighting through a hardscrabble childhood to make art on one's own terms, chasing a dream against many odds, and finding acceptance and community.As Lin-Manuel Miranda says of THEATER KID, "It belongs on your shelf next to Act One by Moss Hart-if you can manage to put it down; I certainly couldn't."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.
In this week's mini-sode, we are shining the spotlight on the hit semi-autobiographical musical "tick, tick.. BOOM!" by Jonathan Larson! Jonathan paved the way for so many new, dynamic pieces of theatre in this industry, and it's awesome that we have such a realistic depiction of that kind of inspiring journey!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway
"How do you measure a year in the life?"May-usical month comes to an end as The Wives Colangelo reflect on the film adaptation of Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking musical, RENT, 20 years later. What do we do with a show that was so important to a generation that hasn't quite held up to the hourglass of time? What do we do with a show that would probably benefit from some rewrites, but is untouchable as the last work of someone who was taken from us too soon? What the hell do we do with RENT?! Well, we're going to try and figure it out!----Become a Patron!https://www.patreon.com/thisendsatprom----MONTHLY SPOTLIGHTMermaids U.K. (https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/)----Follow the Show: @ThisEndsAtPromBJ Colangelo: @BJColangeloHarmony Colangelo: @Veloci_trap_tor / @HarmonyColangelo on Bluesky----------Logo Design: Haley Doodles @HaleyDoodleDoTheme Song: The Sonder Bombs 'Title': https://thesonderbombs.bandcamp.com/
Cicadas in the news, again? It's true that a different brood is making its grand appearance in 2025 and most importantly, many of them are Kentucky cicadas! Jonathan Larson from UK Entomology will join From the Woods Today to discuss the biology of periodical cicadas, where they can be found in the commonwealth, and if there are any problems you need to be concerned about. It'll be an insect music filled episode that will hopefully inspire you to try some cicada tourism this spring! 5.7.25 https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/woods-today
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky Guest: Jonathan Larson, PhD Assistant Extension Professor for Entomology Season 7, Episode 46 In this exciting episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley invites Dr. Jonathan Larson, an Assistant Extension Professor from the Department of Entomology, to unravel the fascinating emergence of the 'Bourbon Brood', a unique group of periodical cicadas in Kentucky. As they discuss the significance of Brood XIV, listeners will journey through the cicadas' mysterious life cycle, their impact on the local ecosystem, and the quirks of their vibrant mating rituals. Dr. Larson sheds light on the widespread appearance of cicadas across central and eastern Kentucky, highlighting the regions prone to witnessing this extraordinary natural occurrence. The conversation takes a curious turn as they explore potential collaborations with Kentucky's famous bourbon industry and consider the culinary prospects of these insects. Discover how these intriguing creatures influence wildlife, the environment, and perhaps, even the local economy. Whether you are a fan of bugs or bourbon, this episode promises an engaging exploration into one of nature's spectacles. For more information about 'The Bourbon Brood' Periodical Cicadas in Kentucky How to Protect Your Trees and Shrubs Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS. Kentucky Extension Offices UK FCS Extension Website Facebook Instagram FCS Learning Channel
"Rent", ein Musical von Jonathan Larson behandelt Themen wie Obdachlosigkeit, Drogen und HIV. Karsten Kenzel und Valerie Luksch spielen Roger und Mimi, zwei Charaktere, die sich mit genau diesen Themen auseinandersetzen.
We made it to another Monday after a weekend of more news that would be unbelievable at any other time in history, but here we are with a president (sic) who says he doesn't know if he must uphold the Constitution. We truly are living in Opposite World.Each Monday we check in with Jonathan Larson of thefuckingnews.substack.com to talk about wtf is going on in this surreal world. Sadly, there's a whole lot to talk about today...
On this special episode, Little Kids, Big Hearts host Todd Loyd chats with award-winning composer, lyricist & performer Lance Horne
It's springtime in the Commonwealth, and one of the things many of us do is get outside into our garden, in the woods and on hikes. But as we all know we aren't doing these things alone, and according to UK extension entomologist Jonathan Larson, there's one type of insect in particular we all need to keep an eye out for.
During Mickey-Jo's most recent trip to New York City he saw five Off-Broadway shows alongside a busy roster of Broadway plays and musicals.These were:• Conversations with Mother at Theatre 555• The Jonathan Larson Project at the Orpheum Theatre• The Magic City at New Victory Theatre• All the World's a Stage at Theatre Row• We Has a World at New York City CenterCheck out that Mickey-Jo thought of each of these shows, share your own thoughts and recommend more off-Broadway theatre in the comments!•00:00 | introduction02:14 | Conversations with Mother08:32 | The Jonathan Larson Project15:30 | The Magic City23:49 | All the World's a Stage33:12 | We Had a World•get tickets to see MickeyJoTheatre LIVE at the Phoenix Arts Club:https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/mickeyjotheatre-live/About Mickey-Jo:As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 75,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
Follow Jonathan on X: https://x.com/bugmanjonFind the Arthro-Pod here: https://arthro-pod.blogspot.com/In this episode, I got to chat with Dr. Jonathan Larson, a professor at the University of Kentucky and host of the Arthro-pod podcast. We discuss the evolution of entomology podcasts, the importance of science communication, and the role of extension services in educating the public about insects. Dr. Larson shares his journey into entomology, the challenges faced in modern extension education, and the impact of online learning in the field. The conversation highlights the significance of engaging the public through various media, including podcasts, to promote understanding and appreciation of entomology. Join our community on Patreon! https://patreon.com/Lildudes?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkLil Dudes Insect Academy is a non-profit dedicated to teaching the world about the amazing world of Insects (Entomology). We do this through workshops, classes, courses, resources, and online content! We have a free, family-friendly Podcast where Bradon talks with Entomologists, and we also have a Bug of the Week Series on YouTube!Website: lildudesinsectacademy.comDonate to the Academy: https://www.lildudesinsectacademy.com/donate.htmlFind our free Podcast here: https://www.lildudesinsectacademy.com/media/podcast.html✌️Follow us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lildudesinsectacademyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lil.dudes.insect.academy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lildudesacademyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDJx_th0guulNsJPE_75sDgLil Dudes Insect Academy is proud to be registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to educate anyone and everyone about the amazing world of Entomology, which is the gateway to all the sciences. Contributions to Lil Dudes Insect Academy are tax deductible, to the extent permitted by law. Our Tax ID is: 86-1976172entomology, science communication, extension services, education, podcasts, insects, University of Kentucky, entomology podcasts, research, public engagement, podcasting, entomology, science communication, insect education, passion projects, future aspirations, cultural perceptions, humanization of science, bug podcasts, community building
Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes director Will McIntyre, costume designer Abby Engbrecht, and actor Cody Jensen from the Paradise Center for the Arts production of tick, tick… BOOM! This hit musical by Jonathan Larson of Rent fame takes us through his musical theater journey and reminds us to hold on to our dreams. Before Rent, there was Tick, Tick… BOOM! This autobiographical […]
Kruser talks with UK entomologist Jonathan Larson about a potentially heavy season for cicadas this year and LEX18's Bill Meck joins the show to talk about the return of Thursday Night Live in hour 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jonathan Larson is an entomologist with the University of Kentucky who has been studying what could be an overwhelming season for cicadas this year, specifically for us here in Kentucky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mase & Sue chat about Mase's 60th Birthday Bash, the latest episode of THE WHITE LOTUS, and Jennifer Lopez's odd new crush. Plus, Jesse L Martin discusses the science behind his gig on HULU'S hit crime drama, THE IRRATIONAL, how its bled into his real life, and landing a career defining role in the original cast of Jonathan Larson's iconic Broadway musical RENT. 00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message00:39 Steve's Birthday Party Highlights15:44 Pop Culture Talk: White Lotus23:54 Celebrity Dating Rumors28:17
Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes director Marc Robinson and the cast of the Northfield Arts Guild production (Felicia Crosby, Maggie Muth, Jonathan Larson, and Paul Gleason) of The Glass Menagerie. This Tennessee Williams drama shares the story of a former Southern Belle, her son and daughter and their struggles to build a future. A […]
In this week's Theater Chat, Jeff and Richie dive into the latest theater news. They discuss the unexpected closure of The Jonathan Larson Project, upcoming shows featuring Brian d'Arcy James and Maya Hawke in Eurydice, and Billy Porter's directorial debut in London. They also explore the impact of star power on Broadway ticket sales and the importance of engaging younger audiences. Tune in for their take on the current state of theater and what's driving its trends. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on all things Broadway on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Connor and Dylan are joined by Andy Mientus (The Jonathan Larson Project, Smash). The Double DRAMA club gets a little bigger this week, as Andy Mientus RETURNS to the pod. It's been nearly four years since his last stop at our headquarters, so we've got a lot of catching up to do. #ButFirst, we revel in the joys of Lady Gaga's new studio album Mayhem. These Little Monsters have their paws UP. Andy and the twins reflect on their first podcast episode in 2021, which planted seeds of ideas for what's come to fruition: Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway, Andy's debut YA novel Fraternity, and even a stage return with The Jonathan Larson Project. We learn all about this “gallery-show” musical, which features original never-before-heard Jonathan Larson songs in a full-fledged stage production. Hear about Andy's journey with his character in the show, how “Valentine's Day” has switched POVs, and his talented castmates. Fifteen years later, Andy shares untold stories from his time in Spring Awakening's First National Tour. Dramaaaaa. Tales of tick, tick… boom!, his doggie Hudson, and his fitness/mustache journey are all discussed, as well as Smash on Broadway, Grangeville Off-Broadway, and more. Oh also, horny/nostalgic/artsy IG content. You're gonna gag at this warm and wonderful reunion. Don't miss Andy's brilliant performance in The Jonathan Larson Project at The Orpheum Theatre. It feels like “va-va-va-valentine's dayyyyyyy!”Follow Andy on InstagramFollow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Off-Broadway gem "The Jonathan Larson Project," currently playing at the iconic Orpheum Theatre in NYC. We explore this captivating song cycle that brings to life unheard works from the revolutionary composer of "Rent" and "tick, tick... BOOM!" Join us as we dissect the emotional resonance of Larson's newly discovered songs, highlight standout performances (including the mesmerizing Taylor Iman Jones), and debate the show's structure and potential future. We'll unpack how this production reflects the journey of an unknown artist finding their voice, discuss the refreshing yet challenging concept of a song cycle, and analyze how the musical arrangements breathe new life into Larson's previously unperformed works. Plus, we'll share our firsthand experience at the Orpheum Theater and how it connects audiences to Larson's roots. Is "The Jonathan Larson Project" a must-see celebration of a Broadway legend or does it need a clearer narrative to truly engage audiences? Tune in for our candid review and join the conversation about Larson's enduring legacy and influence on contemporary musical theater. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on "The Jonathan Larson Project" on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cherry, baby! We are here with two-time Tony-winner and three-time Emmy-winner Cherry Jones. You Might Know Her From The Handmaid's Tale, 24, Transparent, Succession, The West Wing, The Village, The Eyes of Tammy Faye, and her numerous theatre credits including The Heiress, Doubt, Mrs. Warren's Profession, and The Glass Menagerie. Cherry talked to us about playing the real life Eileen Myles on Transparent, grounding the violence on 24, whether or not she'll appear in the final season of The Handmaid's Tale, and she shares with us an actor's secret: her “moment before” from the Broadway production of Doubt. Plus, we got the scoop on going toe to toe with Brian Cox on Succession, whether or not she'd ever play Madame/Mama Rose in Gypsy, and trailblazing as a queer person in entertainment when she won her Tonys. This one was just a total treat! Patreon: www.patreon.com/youmightknowherfrom Follow us on social media: @youmightknowherfrom || @damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this episode: Was Sarah Schulman's novel People in Trouble ripped off for Rent? Michael Greif directed Jonathan Larson's original production of Rent Gypsy Rose Lee's autobiography, Gypsy: A Memoir: June Havoc's 2 memoirs: Early Havoc and More Havoc Arthur Laurents' memoir: Original Story By: Gypsy movie with Rosalind Russell (1962) + Bette Midler tv Gypsy (1993) Our Sunset Boulevard review on Patreon Book about original production of Sunset Boulevard We are digging into the source material for our: YEAR OF Rent | Gypsy | Sunset Boulevard | Chicago The play is called Chicago Bette's Emmy performance of “Rose's Turn” in stirrup pants Spongebob creator Hillenburg sold rights to Nickelodeon and when he died they made a musical and lots of spin-offs Tick Tick Boom introduced Anne to Raul Esparza “Boho Days” 5 Days at Memorial (Apple TV) Nan Pierce on Succession was the bus and truck Katherine Graham After doing Doubt on Broadway, she went on national tour with the show Dennis Haysbert was first President on 24 and then it was Cherry as Allison Taylor Had been doing rep at ART for 10 years when she opened as Catherine in the 1995 revival of The Heiress directed by Gerry Guitierrez Cherry saw Tyne Daly and Angela Lansbury's Gypsy Angela was a tall woman Jane Greenwood was costume designer for The Heiress and the Colleen Dewhurst's A Moon for the Misbegotten Has Colleen's student id card from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts hanging on her wall Played Ma Joad at the National Theatre in London last summer (will not transfer) Jessica Chastain A Doll's House got the phone stuff out of the way at pre-show Testament of Mary with Fiona Shaw Jessica Hecht was so good in Summer of 1976 and Eureka Day Cherry loves J. Smith Cameron in anything M Night Shyamalan's Signs and The Village Former guest of the show Celia Weston told us M Night's camp was fun but didn't inform the work Starred opposite Mel Gibson in the Jodie Foster's film, The Beaver Twelfth Night with Diane Lane (directed by Andrei Serban) Lifetime lesbian movie with Brooke Shields, What Makes a Family (2001) We interviewed Veronica Cartwright who was in The Children's Hour Played Eleanor Roosevelt opposite Hilary Swank's Amelia Eearhart in Amelia Tina Howe and Jack O'Brien's Pride's Crossing is the thing Cherry wants us to see Played Matt Damon's mom in Ocean's 12 even though she is 14 years younger than him MOVIES CHERRY IS NOT IN: Cold Mountain and A League of Their Own (aka Avita Vayonne) Does the audiobooks for Little House on the Prairie books Claire Danes reads audiobook of The Handmaid's Tale Essentially played Eileen Myles in Transparent Was NOT in the O'Malley with Mickey Rooney Was never ASKED to be on The L Word We talked to Barrie Kreinik about Eva La Gallienne and Laurette Taylor but said it was RUMORED, no receipts Character in Noel Coward's Hay Fever based on Laurette Taylor Timothee Chalamet's speech at the 2025 SAG Awards “They Like Me” is actually “YOU LIKE ME” “It Came True”
Jess is joined by theater historian and conceiver of THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Jennifer Tepper to discuss unearthing 20+ unheard songs of the RENT & TIK TIK BOOM composer. Topics: getting access to hundreds of cassette tapes, scripts, music files and journals from The Larson Estate, hidden underground passageways connecting Broadway theater houses and how the WICKED rush/lotto line inadvertently helped other shows. Plus — Jennifer's role as creative director of programming for 54 Below, a RENT revival and more! Tix to The Jonathan Larson Project: thejonathanlarsonproject.com IG: @jessxnyc | @jenashtep
Brand new Jonathan Larson song cycle! Join Sarah at the press day for The Jonathan Larson Project, previews beginning February 17th at the Orpheum Theatre! Sarah saw a sneak peak of the show and interviewed the cast and creatives. Listen to Adam Chanler-Berat, John Simpkins, Cynthia Meng, Taylor Iman Jones, Lauren Marcus, Jennifer Ashley Tepper, Andy Mientus, Jessie Hooker-Bailey, Jason Tam, Byron Easley, and Gilbert L. Bailey II tell Sarah everything about this exciting new Off-Broadway musical. Connect with The Jonathan Larson Project Instagram: @thejonathanlarsonproject thejonathanlarsonproject.com Connect with GOOD SHOW! Instagram: @goodshowpodcast Tik Tok: @goodshowpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jonathan Larson (geboren am 4.2.1960) will das Musicaltheater revolutionieren. Nach vielen Fehlschlägen ist er nah dran. Doch er stirbt 24 Stunden vor der Premiere seines Mega-Erfolgs "Rent". Von Jana Fischer.
How do you measure... measure a season?With just a few films to go on their Season 3 watchlist, BK & Jack take a close look at a musical the uplifted and entire generation with its powerful messages about found family. Hear about how the long history of squatting in New York City informed the tensions of the musical, how a legendary opera morphed into a legendary Broadway show, how the film stayed uniquely true to the original production, and so much more!With it being the end of the month, you know we had to get an episode out; the rent is due!!!
Hi Broadway Besties! As we all apparently knew, Sutton Foster & Hugh Jackman making their relationship OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL! Wicked gets totally snubbed at the Golden Globes (Amelia Perez WHO?!) & a new show, The Jonathan Larson project is headed our way!Patreon: Click HERE to become a Broadway Bestie TikTok: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastInstagram: @FromTheMezzanine_PodcastYoutube: @FromtheMezzanineBroadwayBroadway Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5t55fULcCqN0NMmK4OnfOA?si=89c08b1a8bb34d95
What a dream come true! We're joined by the incredible producer, author, and theatre historian Jennifer Ashley Tepper to chat about the upcoming off-Broadway premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project! We sit down with Jennifer to discuss her years of researching Jonathan Larson's work, curating a show featuring songs from Larson's never-produced archived works like 1984 and Superbia, cut songs from RENT and tick, tick... BOOM, including some never-before-heard tracks. We also discuss her latest book: Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That the History Books Left Out
Get ready to sing along! In this episode, we revisit the 2005 film adaptation of the groundbreaking Broadway musical "Rent." Featuring the original Broadway cast, including Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs, and Anthony Rapp, "Rent" tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive in New York City's East Village. We'll discuss the film's impact, its iconic songs, and the challenges of translating a beloved stage production to the big screen. Join us for a nostalgic trip back to the early 2000s and share your favorite "Rent" moment in the comments! Rent movie, Rent film, Rent musical, Jonathan Larson, Broadway musical, Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs, Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Broadway cast, 2005 movie, film adaptation, La Boheme, AIDS epidemic, New York City, East Village Starring: Anthony Rapp, Adam Pascal, Rosario Dawson, Jesse L. Martin, Wilson Jermaine Heredia, Idina Menzel, Taye Diggs, Tracie Thoms Directed By: Chris Columbus Written By: Jonathan Larson, Stephen Chbosky ·Season 4 Episode 37· No More Late Fees 909-601-NMLF (6653) — Follow Us on Social: Instagram TikTok Facebook Youtube Twitter — CONQUERing 10% Off Code: JACKIE10 — NostaBeauty 20% Off Code: NMLF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nomorelatefees/support
Jordan and Brooke close out the year with Chris Columbus's unconventional holiday movie about the supposed power of collective action...or maybe just a toxic friend group! We go through which characters have been terrible people since the musical premiered, Jonathan Larson's catchy tunes and personal writing journey, the stereotypes of cheating bisexuals and tragic drag queens (eek), and our favorite questionable "La Vie Bohème" lyrics.Follow us on Twitter and IG! (And Jordan's Letterboxd / Brooke's Letterboxd)
Five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes…well the length of a podcast anyway! This episode we discuss the 2005 film adaptation of Jonathan Larson's 1996 Broadway smash hit ‘Rent'. Apt for this time of year, the action takes place on Christmas Eve 1989 as we meet a group of struggling young artists in New York living a bohemian lifestyle under the shadow of HIV/Aids. Tune in and take us for what we are!
Broadway and beyond, Anna K. Jacobs is creating waves in musical theatre. A Sydney-born composer, lyricist, and educator, Anna's storytelling prowess shines through her diverse works, from the live-action adaptation of Moana for Disney Cruise Line to the boundary-pushing Teeth, a horror musical exploring ideology, faith, and desire. With a foundation in classical composition and a career built through bold experimentation, Anna's journey is as inspiring as it is unique. In this episode, Anna dives deep into her creative process, her collaboration with talents like Michael R. Jackson, and the evolution of her musicals, including her experiences developing Teeth amidst a cultural shift. She also discusses her impactful work as an educator, her journey from Sydney to New York, and her upcoming performance at 54 Below, where she'll premiere songs from her new musical, A House Without Windows. Whether it's crafting larger-than-life stories or inspiring young artists, Anna's artistry and passion for innovation stand out in today's theater landscape. Anna K. Jacobs is a celebrated composer, lyricist, and educator originally from Sydney, Australia. Her works include Teeth (co-written with Michael R. Jackson), Pop (a murder mystery about Andy Warhol), and the live-action stage adaptation of Moana for Disney Cruise Line. A recipient of the Jonathan Larson and Billy Burke Ziegfeld Awards, she is an alumna of NYU's Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program and a mentor to emerging artists through the New York Youth Symphony and The New School. Anna's vibrant, daring approach to musical storytelling continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Connect with Anna: Instagram: @theannakjacobs Website: annakjacobs.com Connect with The Theatre Podcast: YouTube: YouTube.com/TheTheatrePodcast Threads, Twitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcast TikTok: @thetheatrepodcast Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast TheTheatrePodcast.com My personal Instagram: @alanseales Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, I am so incredibly thrilled to announce the release of my interview with Pulitzer-Prize winning Broadway legend Lin-Manuel Miranda, whose new album WARRIORS, co-written with Eisa Davis, is now out on all platforms. Tune in to hear stories and insights including how WARRIORS became his “Roman Empire,” the challenges of adapting an action movie into a musical, how Twitter helped him develop HAMILTON, the hardest role to cast in IN THE HEIGHTS, how he approaches the dual roles of actor and writer, why he loves writing New York stories, working with Thomas Kail on saving the Drama Book Shop, coming back to Broadway in ALL IN, how his experiences with FOSSE/VERDON and MARY POPPINS RETURNS led to TICK, TICK…BOOM!, filming at the New York Theater Workshop during the pandemic, taking inspiration from Jonathan Larson, the phone call from John Kander that led to NEW YORK, NEW YORK, meeting Stephen Sondheim in his senior year of high school, the enduring legacy of HAMILTON, and so much more. You won't want to miss this in-depth conversation with one of theater's most brilliant writers.
In this episode of the Atlanta Opera Podcast, we dive into The Bohème Project, an innovative take on two iconic works: Puccini's classic opera La Bohème and Jonathan Larson's groundbreaking musical Rent. Set against the stunning industrial backdrop of Pullman Yards, this project brings together the timeless themes of love, artistry, and struggle, told through the unique lenses of both productions. Join us as we explore the top 5 things you need to know about this groundbreaking project, from the creative vision of co-directors Tomer Zvulun and Vita Tzykun, to the ways these two beloved stories intersect and complement one another.
Listen to the Obsessed playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7tZuPpB51VOhfixRqadHUP?si=90dc8fb3162b4100 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW CHANNEL: https://rb.gy/oz1b9a Ad Free Episodes: https://bit.ly/3uTxGYw NEW MERCH: https://obsessedwithbrooke.com This week, Brooke is NOT throwing away her shot as she breaks down the story of Hamilton through all 46 moving songs. Plus, she gives herself goosebumps as she connects Lin Manuel Miranda to Jonathan Larson's legacy. Join our Geneva page: https://app.geneva.com/invite/ef81a2b4-be3a-4615-8121-f40a952d36ff If you listen on Apple Podcasts, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obsessed-with-brooke-averick/id1697047751 Head to https://bookofthemonth.com and use code CARDIGAN to get your first book in September for $5. Use code OWB10 for 10% off your SeatGeek order*. https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/OWB10 $25 max discount Head to https://www.squarespace.com/OWB to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code OWB. Obsessed IG: https://www.instagram.com/obsessedwithbrooke Obsessed TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@obsessedwithbrooke TMG Studios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tinymeatgang TMG Studios IG: https://www.instagram.com/realtmgstudios/ TMG Studios Twitter: https://twitter.com/realtmgstudios BROOKE https://www.instagram.com/brookeaverick https://twitter.com/ladyefron https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyefron Hosted by Brooke Averick, Created by TMG Studios and Brooke Averick, and Produced by TMG Studios and Brooke Averick. 0:00 Blue Ball Obsessions 1:46 Intro 2:13 Producer Updates 6:40 Blink Twice 9:04 The Original Hamilton Soundtrack 11:43 Hamilton Flare Up 14:40 Alexander Hamilton 17:25 Aaron Burr Sir 18:56 Book of the Month 20:25 SeatGeek 21:27 My Shot 24:05 The Story of Tonight 24:34 The Schuyler Sisters 26:33 Farmer Refuted 27:15 You'll Be Back 30:00 Right Hand Man 31:53 A Winter's Ball 32:55 Helpless 34:35 Satisfied 38:12 Wait For It 40:02 Stay Alive 41:20 Ten Duel Commandments 43:05 Squarespace 44:28 That Would Be Enough 45:10 Guns and Ships 46:40 Yorktown 48:12 Dear Theodora 50:15 Non Stop 54:58 What'd I Miss 57:00 Cabinet Battle #1 58:28 Take A Break 1:00:00 Say No To This 1:02:50 The Room Where It Happened 1:03:55 Schuyler Defeated 1:04:56 Cabinet Battle #2 1:05:30 Washington On Your Side 1:06:07 One Last Time 1:06:55 The Adams Administration 1:07:40 We Know 1:09:07 Hurricane & The Reynolds Pamphlets 1:10:30 Burn 1:11:19 Blow Us All Away + Stay Alive Reprise 1:13:27 Quiet Uptown 1:14:26 The Election of 1800 1:15:09 Your Obedient Servant 1:16:30 World Was Wide Enough 1:18:36 Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story 1:20:33 Lin Manuel x Jonathan Larson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dylan and Connor are joined by Douglas Lyons (Chicken & Biscuits, Parade). Just before the twins' final reunion of the summer, they sat down with this acclaimed actor and playwright for a little DRAMA! Douglas just returned to the role of Tom Collins in Rent, performing with the San Diego Symphony. Naturally, we talk about the greatness of Jonathan Larson and memories from Douglas' time on the Rent tour. They discuss all things Table 17, Douglas' latest play starring Tony Award winner Kara Young. He opens up about his creative process, inspiration for writing this romantic comedy play, and his involvement with casting decisions. We cover Douglas' youth as a PK, as well as what inspired him to become a writer in the first place, rooted in his backstage days at Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. We speak about the relatability of his plays, especially Chicken & Biscuits, which opened on Broadway after the quarantine. Douglas raves about Norm Lewis, Michael Urie, and a desire to work with luminaries such as Quinta Brunson and Keke Palmer. Connor plugs Other People's Dead Dads by Jacob Wasson, Dylan is Balz to the Walz, and Douglas shares what TV shows are part of his nightly ritual. Table 17 is currently running at MCC Theater through September 22nd - get your tickets today!Follow Douglas on Instagram, Twitter, and TiktokSee Table 17 at MCC Theater! Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
Rent is one of those super rare musicals that permeated pop culture all over the world. The show was on Broadway from 1996 to 2008 and is still produced throughout the world today. In this episode, members of the original cast and creative team, as well as creator Jonathan Larson's sister Julie Larson, discuss how the musical forged an incredible connection with young people in a way that no musical had in decades, bringing a whole new generation of creators to American musical theatre, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bobby Lopez, Benj Pasek and Justin Paul and more. This episode features excerpts from Michael Riedel's interviews for his 2020 best-selling book Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Many warned that the musical Rent did not belong on Broadway! Nonetheless, the show blasted past those naysayers to become one of the biggest hits of all time. Join Rent star Daphne Rubin-Vega, Tony Award-winning Director Michael Greif, Press Agent Don Summa, New York Theatre Workshop Artistic Director Jim Nicola, along with Producer Jeffrey Seller as they share their very insider memories of Rent's road to Broadway! Plus Creative Director Drew Hodges shares the fascinating story behind Rent's marketing campaign, and creator Jonathan Larson's father and sister - Al and Julie Larson - share the significance of Rent opening at the Nederlander Theatre. This episode features excerpts from Michael Riedel's interviews for his 2020 best-selling book Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mark Horowitz is a Senior Music Specialist in the Music Division of the United States Library of Congress. He is in charge of the collections of Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Ella Fitzgerald, Leslie Bricusse, Richard Rodgers, Jonathan Larson and many more. He's also written a book about Stephen Sondheim. This is a fascinating interview!My featured song is Judy Collins's version of Stephen Sondheim's “Send In The Clowns”. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES” is Robert's new single. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's recent single. With guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------“MILES BEHIND”, Robert's debut album, recorded in 1994, was “lost” for the last 30 years. It's now been released for streaming. Featuring Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears), Anton Fig (The David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (The Rolling Stones), Jon Lucien and many more. Called “Hip, Tight and Edgy!” Click here for all links.—--------------------------------------“IT'S ALIVE!” is Robert's latest Project Grand Slam album. Featuring 13 of the band's Greatest Hits performed “live” at festivals in Pennsylvania and Serbia.Reviews:"An instant classic!" (Melody Maker)"Amazing record...Another win for the one and only Robert Miller!" (Hollywood Digest)"Close to perfect!" (Pop Icon)"A Masterpiece!" (Big Celebrity Buzz)"Sterling effort!" (Indie Pulse)"Another fusion wonder for Project Grand Slam!" (MobYorkCity)Click here for all links.Click here for song videos—-----------------------------------------Intro/Outro Voiceovers courtesy of:Jodi Krangle - Professional Voiceover Artisthttps://voiceoversandvocals.com Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com
In 1996, Rent creator Jonathan Larson tragically passed away just hours before the show's very first preview at New York Theatre Workshop. Rent star Daphne Rubin-Vega, along with Tony Award-winning Director Michael Greif, join Rent Producers Jeffrey Seller and Kevin McCollum, Press Agents Don Summa and Richard Kornberg and Jonathan's father and sister - Al and Julie Larson - to share their vivid and very emotional memories about Jonathan's final days. From that day forward, musical theatre would be transformed forever. This episode features excerpts from Michael Riedel's interviews for his 2020 best-selling book Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Daphne Rubin-Vega, who was the original Mimi in Rent, and her personal wardrobe were invaluable resources for Rent costume designer Angela Wendt. With only $500 to create the original Rent costumes and set design, Angela was able to bring creator Jonathan Larson's vision to life and to fulfill his dream of Rent becoming a powerful 90's fashion "influencer." Join Angela and Daphne as they reminisce about helping to shape one of the greatest musicals of all time. This episode features excerpts from Michael Riedel's interviews for his 2020 best-selling book Singular Sensation: The Triumph of Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
KB & Christian are BACK and kick things off with a recap of The Sympathizer finale and the guys discuss the highs and lows of the show and how they feel now that it has come to a close. Then they dive into the two-episode premiere of the latest Star Wars show, The Acolyte, and Christian surprisingly is in on the show! Then the guys review Netflix's 2021 hit film "Tick, Tick...Boom! starring Andrew Garfield and the guys discuss how great of a film it is and how eye opening it is in the theater world for so many people to learn about the genius that was Jonathan Larson. Then they wrap things up with a trip to the Streaming Platform Multiverse for all the latest news and notes! Follow Us! Twitter: @StreamerSZN Kyle: @KBizzl311 Dylan: @dylanmazzola Christian: @TheWiz_PHI Instagram:@StreamerSZN SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia MERCH: PHIApparel.co/shop + use code "UNDERGROUND" for 10% off! Letterboxd: StreamerSZN Website: undergroundsportsphiladelphia.com Twitch: twitch.tv/undergroundsportsPHI tomahawkshades.com | Promo Code: "USP" for 25% off at checkout! Intro Music: "stay volk" by Mobley Outro Music: "stay volk" by Mobley #fyp #subscribe #TheSympathizer #XMen97
The Tonys are coming up! And Backstage Babble is giving you the perfect way to celebrate. On this episode, I am joined by Eila Mell, the author of the wonderful new book “The Tony Awards: Celebrating Excellence in the Theater,” a must-have for any theater fan, and Heather Hitchens, the CEO of the American Theater Wing, which presents the Tonys every year. Tune in for some fascinating anecdotes and insights, including how the legacy of Antoinette Perry influences the Tony Awards later on, how the Obie Awards were incorporated into the American Theater Wing, the Tony nominee that was hardest to track down for an interview, the many photo collections that were used in creating the book, the best Tony performances and biggest upsets from over the years, a last minute pedi-cab incident in getting to the ceremony, the logistics of choosing a host and a venue, the beauty of the Working in the Theater series, the Tony-nominated theater writers who received the Wing's Jonathan Larson grant (and one who didn't!), the experience of watching all the awards ceremonies, and so much more. Don't miss this fascinating insider glimpse into the biggest night of the season!
Listen to the Obsessed playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7tZuPpB51VOhfixRqadHUP?si=90dc8fb3162b4100 SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEW CHANNEL: https://rb.gy/oz1b9a Ad Free Episodes: https://bit.ly/3uTxGYw NEW MERCH: https://obsessedwithbrooke.com This week, Brooke is not afraid to judge books by their cover and is diving into a new book genre. Plus, she breaks down her ultimate obsessed playlist and takes us through her notes app to reveal her perfect man and LAX-it hit list. Join our Geneva page: https://app.geneva.com/invite/ef81a2b4-be3a-4615-8121-f40a952d36ff If you listen on Apple Podcasts, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obsessed-with-brooke-averick/id1697047751 Get ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code OWB. Get better sleep now with Blissy and use OBSESSEDPOD to get an additional 30% off at https://blissy.com/OBSESSEDPOD Go to https://hydroflask.com and use code BROOKE10 for 10% off your order. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code OWB at LumeDeodorant.com! #lumepod Obsessed IG: https://www.instagram.com/obsessedwithbrooke Obsessed TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@obsessedwithbrooke TMG Studios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tinymeatgang TMG Studios IG: https://www.instagram.com/realtmgstudios/ TMG Studios Twitter: https://twitter.com/realtmgstudios BROOKE https://www.instagram.com/brookeaverick https://twitter.com/ladyefron https://www.tiktok.com/@ladyefron Hosted by Brooke Averick, Created by TMG Studios and Brooke Averick, and Produced by TMG Studios and Brooke Averick. 0:00 Posture Check 0:41 Intro 1:08 Current Obsessions 4:05 Lazy Pants 5:17 Finishing SJM's series 6:35 ACOTAR Announcement 7:04 Judging Books By Their Covers 9:45 Entering The Romance Space 11:15 Book Club Coming Soon! 12:26 Brooke's Obsessed Playlist 18:12 Nutrafol 19:40 Blissy 21:17 The Show Tunes Hits 22:38 Jonathan Larson's History 25:57 More Playlist Show Tunes 29:13 Soundtrack Bops 29:55 Revisiting Jason Mraz 30:45 Crucial Brooke Songs 32:30 Exploring A Woman's Notes App 43:45 Hydro Flask 44:47 Lume 46:11 Getting Your Crushes Attention 47:20 Horrible Celebrity Break Ups 51:20 Hamhock Soulmates 52:16 Weirdly Intimate Things 53:09 Moments For A Show 54:13 Manifesting A Perfect Man 57:17 Flight From Hell 59:10 Hit List 1:00:22 Connections Time! 1:09:00 Thanks For Joining!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Book Vs. Movie: RentThe 1896 Opera Vs. the 2005 Movie (Based on the 1996 Play)"Rent" is a modern adaptation of Giacomo Puccini's opera "La Bohème." It tells the story of a group of struggling artists living in New York City's East Village during the late 1980s and early 1990s, dealing with poverty, love, and the AIDS epidemic. The late Jonathan Larson wrote the book, music & lyrics for the show and tragically died a few months before its Broadway debut on January 26, 1996. The plot revolves around a diverse group of characters:Mark Cohen is an aspiring filmmaker and the narrator of the story. He is grappling with his identity and relationship with his ex-girlfriend, Maureen.Roger Davis: A former rock musician who is HIV positive. He is struggling to come to terms with his diagnosis and find inspiration for his music.Mimi Marquez: An exotic dancer who is also HIV positive. She falls in love with Roger, but their shared illness complicates their relationship.Tom Collins: A philosophy professor who is also HIV positive. He falls in love with Angel.Angel Dumott Schunard: A drag queen and street percussionist who becomes Tom's love interest.Maureen Johnson: A performance artist and Mark's ex-girlfriend. She is involved with Joanne.Joanne Jefferson: A lawyer and Maureen's current girlfriend.The story explores their relationships, struggles with poverty, creative pursuits, and the impact of HIV/AIDS on their lives and the broader community. Themes of friendship, love, loss, and the pursuit of artistic expression are central to the narrative. As in "La Bohème," the characters face challenges related to their financial circumstances, illness, and the complexities of love and friendship. The story ultimately celebrates their resilience, creativity, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Which did we (the Margos) prefer of all of the adaptations?In this ep, the Margos discuss:The original novel, the Pucini opera, and the 1996 musical The life of Jonathan Larson and the sheer magnitude of the show's influence on pop culture. The cast of the 2022 film includes Taye Diggs (Benjamin Coffin,) Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Angel,) Rosario Dawson (Mimi,) Anthony Rapp (Mark Cohen,) Adam Pascal (Roger Davis,) Jesse L. Martin (Tom Collins,) Idina Menzel (Maureen Johnson,) Tracie Thoms (Joanne,) and Julia Roth as a rent tenant. Clips used:“La Vie Boheme”Rent (2005 trailer) “Seasons of Love”“Another Day”“Rent Tango”“Take Me or Leave Me”Music and Lyrics by Jonathan LarsonBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine