Podcasts about Mamma Mia

A fun chat with Shelley Noble all about her new book The Sisters of Book Row, the Comstock Laws, rare books, and her unique approach to visualizing her settings. Plus – Dave is gearing up for opening night for Mamma Mia! ITUNES – SPOTIFY

Mladá sympatická herečka pochází ze Vsetína, žije v Praze a dojíždí do Městského divadla v Mostě jako stálá členka souboru. Aktuálně zkouší zatím svou nejtežší divadelní roli. Jako činoherní herečka kývla na roli Sophie v muzikálu Mamma Mia! Velkou výzvou pro ní je především zpěv, se kterým do téhle doby neměla žádné zkušenosti. A s tancem si také nikdy netykala. Jak to nakonec zvládla? Jakého dalšího koníčka má Kateřina Hlubíková vedle herectví? Koho uvidíme v dalších muzikálových rolích a proč by si divák neměl představení Mamma Mia! v mosteckém divadle nechat ujít. Nejen to se dozvíte v dnešním Ponte reports. 

Melissa Nettleford (Rocky Horror / Moulin Rouge) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Melissa joins Andrew Tomlins (West End Frame's Editor) to discuss Dear England (UK Tour, New Wimbledon Theatre) as well as the latest news about Catherine Tate being cast in Oh, Mary!, Megan Thee Stallion being cast in Moulin Rouge, Jonathon Groff making his RSC debut and lots more.Melissa recently starred as Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour). She was in the original West End cast of Moulin Rouge, originally in the ensemble before becoming a Walking Cover for Latina and the Lady Ms. Her theatre credits also include: Cora Macrae in South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre), Ali in Mamma Mia! (Novello Theatre), Dynamite in Hairspray (UK Tour), ensemble in On The Town (Regent's Park Open Air Theatre), ensemble and cover Nala in The Lion King (Lyceum Theatre & Germany), dance captain and cover Columbia & Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show (European Tour), ensemble in We Will Rock You (Zurich/Vienna), ensemble and cover Narrator in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (UK Tour).Follow Melissa on Instagram: @melissanettleford This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins. @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening!Email: andrew@westendframe.co.ukVisit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wir haben sie noch gut in Erinnerung: Sandra Studer, Moderatorin des Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. Ihre ESC-Geschichte begann jedoch viel früher: 1991 stand sie selbst auf der großen Bühne in Rom und sang sich – damals noch als Sandra Simó – mit „Canzone per te“ auf den fünften Platz. Außerdem sprechen wir über zahlreiche Vorentscheide, unter anderem über das deutsche Finale und Sanremo 2026. Im Interview mit Marco taucht die Schweizerin Sandra Studer in ihre mehrsprachige Kindheit ein, sie erzählt von ihrem ersten ABBA-Konzert in Zürich als Kind, von den Anfängen als Sängerin und von ihrem Auftritt beim Eurovision Song Contest 1991 in Rom. Nach ihrem Erfolg in Rom kamen immer wieder Moderationen im Schweizer Fernsehen. Dafür hat sie ihren Künstlernamen Simó, den Mädchennamen ihrer Mutter, abgelegt und tritt wieder unter ihrem ihren Familiennamen Studer auf. Sie erzählt von den Zukunftsplänen: sie spielt Theater. Nachdem sie von ABBAs Björn den Segen bekommen hat, bereitet sie sich jetzt auf ihre Rolle als Donna in "Mamma Mia" vor – am Tag des Eurovision-Finales hat sie natürlich spielfrei. Die traditionellen Fragen am Schluss darf sie natürlich auch beantworten: Vom letztjährigen Song Contest hat sie "Desocado" von NAPA auf der Playlist. Der portugiesische Beitrag war das Lieblingslied ihrer Töchter und wurde ein Grower für sie. Ihr absolutes Lieblingslied ist von Conchita. Geplaudert wird über den Supersamstag, viele National Finals wurden abgehalten und damit die Acts für Eurovision bestellt. Simon und Marco haben Sanremo gesehen. Sonja und Simon (der, mit den vielen Monitoren gleichzeitig) schalteten sich in Deutschland ein. Daneben gab es National Finals in Bulgarien, Finnland (hat Simon das auch gleichzeitig geschaut), Norwegen, Serbien und Litauen. In der Kleinen Songcontest Geschichte am Schluss erzählt Sonja, wie es zu ihrem letzten Video auf Bleistiftrocker.de zum Thema Frauenfeindlichkeit beim Song Contest kam. Creators: Marco Schreuder & Alkis Vlassakakis & Sonja Riegel & Simon GraserMerci Chérie Online:www.MerciCherie.atFacebook: MerciCheriePodcastInstagram: mercicherie.atTikTok: @merci_cherie_podcastbluesky: @mercicherie.atBitte bewertet uns und schreibt Reviews, wo immer ihr uns hört.

Kate Hudson is up for an Oscar for her role as Claire in the film ‘Song Sung Blue,' starring opposite Hugh Jackman as one half of Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute band. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about pursuing singing late in her career. We also hear from Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgard. He's earned an Oscar nomination for his performance in the film ‘Sentimental Value.' He'll talk with Dave Davies about his many roles over the years -- from 'Dune' to 'Good Will Hunting,' and 'Mamma Mia!' and recovering from a stroke that impaired his ability to memorize lines.David Bianculli reviews a new documentary about Paul McCartney in his decade after the Beatles.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Kate Hudson is up for an Oscar for her role as Claire in the film ‘Song Sung Blue,' starring opposite Hugh Jackman as one half of Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond tribute band. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about pursuing singing late in her career. We also hear from Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgard. He's earned an Oscar nomination for his performance in the film ‘Sentimental Value.' He'll talk with Dave Davies about his many roles over the years -- from 'Dune' to 'Good Will Hunting,' and 'Mamma Mia!' and recovering from a stroke that impaired his ability to memorize lines.David Bianculli reviews a new documentary about Paul McCartney in his decade after the Beatles.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Dans l'espoir de découvrir lequel d'entre eux est son père, une jeune femme invite trois des ex de sa mère nommée Dona à son mariage sur une île grecque.

If you've ever wanted to drop everything, throw on a wig, and belt a show tune in self-defense—this episode is for you. Jackie and Danielle go undercover in the fabulous, high-stakes world of Broadway drafts, inspired by the cult-favorite chaos of Connie and Carla.This week on No More Late Fees, Jackie and Danielle are joined by Emmy-winning producer and podcast host Kyle Ridley for a nostalgic, hilarious deep dive into Broadway musicals, movie musicals, and full-throttle theater kid energy. Using Connie and Carla as their jumping-off point, the trio drafts their ultimate Broadway lineups while sharing personal stories, pop-culture tangents, and passionate hot takes that prove musicals are a lifestyle—not a phase.They break down iconic shows versus underrated gems, debate what truly counts as “peak camp,” and explore how Broadway and movie musicals intersect with 90s and early-2000s pop culture. Along the way, Kyle talks about his career in media and his podcast The Tangle, while the group swaps opinions on emotional showstoppers, messy adaptations, and the musicals that live rent-free in their heads. Expect trivia, behind-the-scenes insights, character talk, and plenty of laughter—plus a round of Blockbuster Employee Picks themed around undercover movies.If you love Broadway musicals, movie adaptations, nostalgic pop culture debates, and spirited drafting chaos, this episode hits all the right notes.Enjoy the episode? Be kind and rewind—but also leave us a review, subscribe wherever you listen, and tell us your own Broadway draft picks. Your ratings help more nostalgia lovers find the show.Keywords:Broadway musicals, Connie and Carla podcast, No More Late Fees, movie musicals, musical theater draft, 90s nostalgia podcast, Y2K pop culture, cult classic movies, Broadway adaptations—No More Late Fees ⁠https://nomorelatefeespodcast.com⁠909-601-NMLF (6653)—Follow Us on Social:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/nomorelatefees TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@nomorelatefees Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/nomorelatefeesYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@nomorelatefees Twitterhttps://x.com/NoMoreLateFees —CONQUERing⁠⁠myconquering.com⁠⁠10% Off Code: JACKIE10—NostaBeautyhttps://nostabeauty.com 20% Off Code: NMLF—DescriptCreator Plan 50% off 2 monthshttps://descript.cello.so/zp4OQqeIMdq—Kyle RidleyInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/kyleridley_/?hl=enThe Tangle with Kyle Ridley Podcasthttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/1333-the-tangle-with-kyle-ridl-277074066/Websitekyleridley.com

50 bliain ó bhain Abba barr na cairte amach le Mamma Mia, labhraíonn Louisa Ní Éideán agus Cuán faoi ABBA Gold - ceann de na halbaim is rathúla riamh.

Die beiden Musical-Komödien „Mamma Mia!“ Teil 1 & 2 erzählen die Geschichte von Sophie und ihrer Mutter Donna anhand von ABBA-Hits. Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/was-laeuft-heute ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/kultur/was-laeuft-heute-mamma-mia-teil-1-2

Die beiden Musical-Komödien „Mamma Mia!“ Teil 1 & 2 erzählen die Geschichte von Sophie und ihrer Mutter Donna anhand von ABBA-Hits. Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/was-laeuft-heute ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/kultur/was-laeuft-heute-mamma-mia-teil-1-2

Tras tres exitosas temporadas en Madrid, el musical basado en las canciones de ABBA ha aterrizado en Murcia con una acogida "brutal" y el público en pie desde su noche de estreno. Esta producción presenta una versión renovada de la franquicia con escenografía y coreografías actualizadas, involucrando a un equipo de casi 90 personas para trasladar la esencia de una isla griega al escenario. Durante las dos horas y media que dura la función, el elenco invita a espectadores de todas las edades a disfrutar de una historia de sentimientos universales y música en directo que promete agotar las últimas entradas disponibles en el Auditorio Víctor Villegas.

Reese Witherspoon says people should chase their "talents" instead of "dreams," Universal says they'll find a way to get Meryl Streep back for Mamma Mia 3 and American accents that are on the decline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kendall is in, Mike is Brittany, and Lauren is Producer Mike for this week's BK Show. Where they talk about Mamma Mia 3 and Red FlagsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ten years after the original Mamma Mia! a sequel appeared... and Here We Go Again! Oh, and luckily for us, we watched them within just about 1 year of each other, give or take. We're back and discussing the jukebox musical sequel to 2008's Mamma Mia! with all its campy delights, hundreds of fires, flashbacks, ABBA, and Meryl Force Ghosts. Plus, the MouthGarf Report, and of course, I See What You Did There!Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts! Want to ask us a question? Talk to us! Email debutbuddies@gmail.comListen to the archives of Kelly and Chelsea's awesome horror movie podcast, Never Show the Monster.Get some sci-fi from Spaceboy Books.Get down with Michael J. O'Connor and the Cold Family and check out his new compilation The Best of the Bad Years 2005 - 2025Next time: First Graffiti

On this episode of the Every Student Every Day podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini sits down with Lily Pulcher, Teagan Carrig, Eily Vollick to spotlight the behind-the-scenes work powering this year's spring musical, Mamma Mia! Hear from the student leaders involved in designing props, choreography, and costume management, along with advisor and director Nicole Monroe, as they share what it takes to bring a large-scale production to life. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, just search for “Every Student Every Day.”

Sube la temperatura en España, anticipando un fin de semana agradable, aunque el "Febrerillo loco" aún trae tiempo regulero. El príncipe Andrés, hermano de Carlos III, es investigado por posible filtración de información confidencial a Jeffrey Epstein; el rey insiste en que la policía siga. Se alcanza un récord en la firma de hipotecas en España desde 2010. En los Juegos Olímpicos de Invierno, Oriol Cardona gana un oro en esquí de montaña y Ana Alonso un bronce. Los oyentes celebran la cultura "friki" compartiendo pasiones como Star Wars o el musical 'Mamma Mia'. La huelga de médicos afecta a los pacientes, con cifras oficiales y sindicales dispares. El precio de la vivienda bate récords, destacando subidas en Cantabria, Madrid, Valencia y Baleares. Fallece el actor Eric Dane, Doctor Mark Sloan en 'Anatomía de Grey', a los 53 años por ELA. Los niños de Jimeno comentan sobre cómo contar a los habitantes de España. Visual actuará en La Noche de CADENA 100.

EN el programa de hoy viernes Javi planea fin de semana familiar en campo y playa, y Mar se pasará a festejar el año nuevo chino por Madrid. Hablamos con los oyentes de la cultura "friki":  y Jose María, por ejemplo, nos cuenta que ha visto más de 160 veces el musical "Mamma Mia". Javi comparte su experiencia con la anestesia en una colonoscopia, donde la sugestión le causó risa; y los oyentes también compartieron anécdotas divertidas al despertar, desde pedir solomillo hasta cantar o preguntar por su ropa interior. Mar nos cuenta la historia de unas amigas de Zaragoza que "viajan por el mundo" mediante restaurantes temáticos... sin salir de la ciudad.  Y como cada viernes, el monólogo de Fer, la playlist invocando a la primavera y los niños de Jimeno... que hoy nos dan consejos sobre qué decir a los extraterrestres si llegáramos a encontrarlos.. todo esto y mucho más, en nuestro podcast de hoy viernes!!!. 

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Some exciting news—The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo. Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member‑only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind‑the‑scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor's Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fortnightly LIVE show—a raucous, unfiltered lunchtime special with the Good Doctors, new features, and live chat so you can heckle, vote, and have your questions read out in real time. Amanda Seyfried is our special guest this week. She's starred in Mean Girls, The Housemaid and Mamma Mia!, but she's never been a Mancunian... until now. She joins Simon alongside writer-director Mona Fastvold to talk about The Testament of Ann Lee, in which Seyfried stars as the titular leader of the Shakers. You might not have heard of her and the 18th century radical religious sect she founded—and we promise you've definitely never seen a musical about her. Seyfried talks about her struggle to crack a Manchester accent for the role, never mind all that ecstatic song and dance—and we hear from Fastvold about he old-school filmmaking techniques that helped her and co-writer husband Brady Corbet bring this unique story to the screen on shoestring budget. Mark will review The Testament of Ann Lee next week, but we've got four more movie reviews for you in the meantime—it's a packed show! First, The Secret Agent, where paranoia and deception collide as an ex-academic gets caught up in South American political turmoil. Then there's If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, a darkly comic tale of maternal burnout pushed to surreal extremes. We also have Wasteman—a gritty prison drama starring Rye Lane's David Jonsson. And finally, Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, a genre-bending evil-tech adventure starring Sam Rockwell. Plus all the usual delights: the box office top 10, the unpredictable joy of the Laughter Lift, and your tip-top correspondence. Don't miss it. Timecodes 00:00:00 Show starts 00:10:09 The Secret Agent review 00:22:02 Box Office Top 10 00:39:24 Mona Fastvold and Amanda Seyfried interview 01:01:24 If I Had Legs I'd Kick You review 01:07:35 Laughter Lift 01:12:09 Wasteman review 01:19:13 Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die review You can contact the show by emailing correspondence@kermodeandmayo.com or you can find us on social media, @KermodeandMayo Please take our survey and help shape the future of our show: https://www.kermodeandmayo.com/survey EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/take Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts To advertise on this show contact: podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Får man hoppa? När är det säkert att springa? Och hur vet man om bäckenbotten faktiskt håller?Efter nio månaders graviditet och en förlossning är kroppen förändrad, och frågorna är ofta fler än svaren. I det andra avsnittet av vår serie om träning och graviditet tar vi oss an "den fjärde trimestern" och vägen tillbaka. Vi skrotar vaga råd och ersätter dem med ren vetenskap.Vi gästas återigen av Mia Fernando (@bakingbabies) – fysioterapeuten, författaren och specialisten som blivit hela Sveriges trygghet i frågor om kvinnohälsa. Med en unik kombination av medicinsk expertis och rak kommunikation guidar hon oss genom återhämtningens alla faser.Gas eller broms? Vi reder ut skillnaden mellan att ge kroppen välbehövlig vila och att fastna i onödig passivitet.Kroppens varningssignaler: Hur du tolkar symtom och vet exakt när du kan öka belastningen.Expert-djungeln: Vem ska du faktiskt lyssna på när råden går isär?Den "bästa" träningen: Finns det specifika träningsformer som ger snabbare (och säkrare) resultat efter förlossningen?Mytkrossaren: Vi tar död på rädslan kring hopp, löpning och tunga lyft en gång för alla.Oavsett om ditt mål är att återvända till elitidrott eller att kunna bära ditt barn utan smärta, ger Mia dig de vetenskapliga verktygen för en hållbar nystart. Det är dags att sluta gissa och börja lita på din kropp igen.Följ Mia Fernando:Hitta mer kunskap och fördjupning på Instagram: @bakingbabies-----Köp våra produkter på https://certan.se/Skriv även upp dig på vår VIP-lista för mailutskick om hur du på ett smartare sätt kan optimera din träning, kost och hälsa.Som prenumerant på VIP-listan kommer du dessutom vara först att få reda på vi när vi fyller på lagret och släpper nya produkter.Skriv upp dig här: https://certan.se/nyhetsbrev/Prenumerera i din favorit-podcast-app:Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/se/podcast/smartare-fitness/id1515785181Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1tmubjKyiXpvat6jZJJoCs?si=-UZFV2niQQmVzCbj6CH14wFölj oss:https://www.instagram.com/certan.se/https://www.tiktok.com/@certan.sehttps://www.facebook.com/certan.se

While filling in for Tammy, John's daughter Abbey was talking about seeing "Wuthering Heights" over the weekend and revealed a SHOCKING family secret. Did John really ban his daughter's from seeing "Mamma Mia"?!?! 

De blev en af de bedst sælgende grupper i verden med et pladesalg på mere end 200 millioner, det er vel, at mærke uden de fik det helt store gennembrud i USA. Før de kom så vidt havde de alle været en del af den svenske musikscene i flere år. Deres første forsøg på, at forene deres talenter fandt sted i april 1970, da de to par rejste på ferie sammen til Cypern. Lyt med til historien og deres musik: Ring Ring, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Hey Hey Helen, Dancing Queen og mange flere.

Kristi Lee, Dr. Rob Shumaker and guest Josh Arnold break down Oscar season, including best picture, best actor, best actress and best director debates. The conversation covers award show fatigue, movie reviewing culture, streaming versus theaters, and why the big-screen experience still matters. Films discussed include The Golden Compass, Marty Supreme, One Battle After Another, Hamnet, Sinners, Frankenstein, Zootopia 2, Blue Velvet, Basquiat, Blade Runner, Blade Runner 2049, The Godfather, The Wizard of Oz, Lost in Translation, Mamma Mia, Road House, Begonia and Perfect Days, along with reflections on IMAX, movie etiquette and seeing films with an audience.

Tom Vasel revisits his original Top 100 Games of all Time list made in 2005 and discusses his thoughts on the games today!

On this episode of the Every Student Every Day podcast, Superintendent Dr. James Franchini sits down with Bailey Vincent, Isabella Clerico, and Jayden Denny to spotlight the behind-the-scenes work powering this year's spring musical, Mamma Mia! Hear from the student leaders involved in promotions, stage management, and student directing, along with advisor and director Nicole Monroe, as they share what it takes to bring a large-scale production to life. Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more. Search for “Every Student Every Day.”

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For the first time in show history we're doing a “listener's choice” episode! We gave you four options and you ultimately decided to go with a 2008 Movie Swap featuring ‘The Strangers' and ‘Mamma Mia!' Before diving in, Sean and Amanda preview the Super Bowl this Sunday and talk through the potential trailers for some of the year's biggest movies (2:27). Then, they explain what a Movie Swap is exactly (8:42), and discuss ‘The Strangers' (16:59) and ‘Mamma Mia!' (48:38) Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jack Sanders A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hur länge kan man köra Mamma Mia från ABBA utan att vi tröttnar?Varar musikaliska fenomen sällan mer än 10 år?Musikdofter vi minns: Äldreboenden, Kroggolv, ScenkläderBrända högtalare, eller helt nya prylar?Vilken är din favorit?Hörlursbestyr från Chris, och CCTV.Lite musik och AI även här, och vi vill gärna ha era kommentarer och lustfyllda mail.TACK för att ni lyssnar!Varmt välkomna!Vill du ha din låt uppspelad direktmed tillhörande analys.Maila oss låtlänk + info om projektet till: Musiksnacket@iwm.seLänk till Spellista:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/25dSufz7mpKXI0vbMclpgz?si=77c7b74518db43fd#recension #analyser #musik #analys #spotify #Podcast #podd #musiksnacket #Artist #Musiker #scen #studio #AI

Chloe Tucker Caine joins the show to discuss her fascinating transition from a national tour leading lady to a high stakes real estate powerhouse on Netflix's Owning Manhattan. She shares the vulnerable reality of arriving in New York expecting a parade only to find herself bartending and eventually running an "illegal" Airbnb business out of her Hell's Kitchen apartment. Chloe opens up about the secret life she led while establishing her real estate career, including sneaking off to vocal lessons and dance classes between property showings because she feared being dismissed as just another "annoying theater kid". The conversation dives deep into the creation of her viral "property musicals," a niche that blends her performance background with luxury sales to help move quirky listings that had previously sat on the market for years. Chloe reflects on the lessons learned from being cut on the first night of an MTV reality show and how motherhood has shifted her professional perspective from wanting to be a "shark" to simply being her authentic self. From recording her single "Fly High" for her daughter to her dreams of playing Velma Kelly in Chicago, Chloe proves that you don't have to close the door on your passions to find massive success in a new field. Chloe Tucker Caine is a multifaceted performer and real estate agent who starred as Sophie in the national tour of Mamma Mia!. She is a central cast member on the Netflix series Owning Manhattan and a top agent at the SERHANT. brokerage. In addition to her real estate success, she is the creator of the digital series Chloe in Manhattan and recently released the single "Fly High" This episode is powered by WelcomeToTimesSquare.com, the billboard where you can be a star for a day. Connect with Chloe: Instagram: @chloeinmanhattan TikTok: @chloetuckercaine Listen to the single Fly High Listen to Michael Mott's music Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon and watch video versions of the episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Lady Melania Trump's new documentary is officially in theaters! Our host, Mike Slater, talks ALL about this exciting movie in this awesome opener while also touching on the other important news stories of the day!Following that, Breitbart's News Deputy Political Editor, Bradley Jaye, stops by to report on the possibility of ANOTHER federal government shutdown! Mamma Mia! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Canadian theatre legend Louise Pitre is back on stage in Canada in the Tony Award-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo. It tells the story of a teenage girl who has a rare genetic condition that ages her four times as fast as her classmates. Recognized as Canada's first lady of musical theatre, Louise has led productions of Les Misérables, Piaf, Sweeney Todd, and she originated the part of Donna in Mamma Mia! on Broadway, but she says Kimberly might be the most perfect part for her right now. She sits down with guest host Talia Schlanger to tell us why as she reflects on her acclaimed stage career.

Disney's High School Musical turns 20 this year, so let's revisit our Corbin Bleu episode from the 2025 library. The real-life Chad Danforth joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss navigating the industry with kindness from tv sets to Broadway stages. The performer gets a starry surprise (spoiler alert) from his DCOM co-star and friend Lucas Grabeel. CORBIN BLEU (Joe Ross) is a versatile actor, singer/songwriter, dancer, voiceover artist and host. Bleu is best known as Chad Danforth in the Emmy-winning HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL franchise. Recently, Bleu starred in the TV movies Love, For Real and A Christmas Dance Reunion and special guest-starred in Seasons 3 and 4 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series on Disney+. On Broadway, Bleu starred in the Tony-nominated 2019 revival of Kiss Me, Kate at Studio 54, earning a Drama Desk nomination. He headlined as Ted Hanover in Holiday Inn, winning the Chita Rivera Award, and also appeared in Godspell (Jesus) and In the Heights (Usnavi). Additional stage highlights include Hairspray (Seaweed) and Mamma Mia! (Sky) at the Hollywood Bowl. In 2018, he played Don Lockwood in Singin' in the Rain at The Muny and Billy Crocker in Anything Goes at Arena Stage, earning a Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Actor. That same year, he was named Entertainer of the Year at the Tremaine National Gala for his contributions to dance. Most recently, Corbin starred as Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre in New York, completing a three-month run with Constance Wu followed by a three-month run with Jinkx Monsoon. ⁠Support Our Mom Barbara's Second Cancer Journey⁠ Follow Corbin: ⁠@corbinbleu⁠ Follow Lucas: ⁠@mrgrabeel⁠ Follow us: ⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠ / ⁠@robpeterpaul⁠ ⁠youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast⁠ ⁠Support the show⁠! (⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok⁠) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hai mai provato a tradurre una parola italiana nella tua lingua e scoprire che non esiste un equivalente? La lingua italiana è ricca di termini così specifici che semplicemente non hanno una traduzione diretta in altre lingue. Conoscere queste parole ti aiuterà ad arricchire il tuo vocabolario e a comprendere meglio la cultura italiana. 13 Parole Italiane INTRADUCIBILI in Altre Lingue Cosa Significa "Parola Intraducibile"? Una parola è considerata intraducibile quando esprime un concetto, un'emozione o una situazione così specifica che nelle altre lingue servirebbero molte parole per spiegarla. L'italiano ne possiede numerose, e questo testimonia la straordinaria ricchezza della cultura italiana. Queste parole raccontano storie, tradizioni e abitudini quotidiane profondamente radicate nel tessuto sociale italiano. 1. Mamma Mia Pronuncia: /ˈmam-ma ˈmi-a/ Significato: Esclamazione universale che può esprimere sorpresa, spavento, ammirazione, esasperazione, gioia o disperazione. È l'invocazione istintiva della figura materna nei momenti di emozione intensa. Esempi d'uso: "Mamma mia, che spavento mi hai fatto! Non ti avevo sentito entrare." "Mamma mia, che bello questo quadro!" "Non è possibile che tu abbia sbagliato a mandare una mail! Sei proprio distratto, mamma mia." Curiosità su Mamma Mia Fuori dall'Italia questa espressione è diventata quasi una parodia dell'italianità, utilizzata in film, canzoni e pubblicità. Tuttavia, resta genuinamente usata dagli italiani in ogni contesto quotidiano. La sua versatilità la rende unica: può adattarsi a qualsiasi emozione intensa, dalla gioia più grande alla frustrazione più profonda. 2. Mammone Pronuncia: /mam-ˈmo-ne/ Significato: Un uomo adulto ancora molto legato alla madre, che spesso vive ancora con lei, si fa accudire e chiede il suo consiglio per ogni decisione importante. Esempio d'uso: "Non voglio uscire con lui: è un mammone. A 38 anni vive ancora con la madre e lei gli prepara ancora la valigia quando va in vacanza." Curiosità sul Mammone L'inglese "mama's boy" è un'espressione più debole, usata principalmente per i bambini. Il mammone italiano descrive invece un fenomeno sociale adulto. L'Italia registra una delle percentuali più alte in Europa di uomini adulti che vivono con i genitori. Questo termine riflette l'importanza della famiglia nella cultura italiana e il forte legame intergenerazionale, pur avendo spesso una connotazione negativa nel contesto delle relazioni sentimentali. 3. Culaccino Pronuncia: /ku-lat-ˈtʃi-no/ Significato: Il segno circolare che lascia un bicchiere bagnato o freddo sulla superficie di un tavolo. Esiste una parola italiana specifica per questo fenomeno quotidiano. Esempio d'uso: "Metti un sottobicchiere! Non voglio culaccini sul mio tavolo nuovo." Curiosità sul Culaccino Questa parola sorprende spesso chi studia italiano, poiché dimostra l'attenzione della lingua italiana per i dettagli della vita quotidiana. Il termine deriva da "culo" (inteso come la parte finale di qualcosa). È un esempio di come la lingua italiana sappia essere precisa e descrittiva anche per i fenomeni più comuni. 4. Spaghettata Pronuncia: /spa-get-ˈta-ta/ Significato: Una mangiata conviviale e informale di spaghetti, spesso improvvisata a tarda notte dopo un'uscita. Si fa in casa, con gli amici, con quello che c'è in dispensa: aglio olio e peperoncino, pomodoro, amatriciana. Esempio d'uso: "Dopo il cinema siamo andati tutti a casa di Marco per una spaghettata di mezzanotte." Curiosità sulla Spaghettata La spaghettata rappresenta un rito di amicizia tipicamente italiano. Non è un pasto formale, ma un momento spontaneo di condivisione, spesso legato alla fame notturna dopo una serata fuori. Incarna lo spirito italiano di convivialità e l'importanza del cibo come momento di unione sociale, anche nelle situazioni più informali. 5. Attaccabottoni Pronuncia: /at-tak-ka-bot-ˈto-ni/ Significato: Persona noiosa che ti blocca per raccontarti cose di cui non ti importa nulla, che non capisce quando vuoi andartene, che attacca conversazioni interminabili senza accorgersi del tuo disagio. Esempio d'uso: "Evita la signora del terzo piano, è un'attaccabottoni tremenda: l'ultima volta mi ha tenuto mezz'ora sulle scale a parlarmi dei suoi acciacchi." Curiosità sull'Attaccabottoni Il termine deriva dall'immagine di qualcuno che ti "attacca" metaforicamente ai bottoni della giacca, impedendoti di andartene. Non esiste un equivalente preciso in altre lingue che catturi questa sfumatura di persona invadente ma non necessariamente maleducata, semplicemente inconsapevole del fastidio che provoca. 6. Passeggiata Pronuncia: /pas-sed-ˈdʒa-ta/ Significato: Una camminata lenta e piacevole, senza meta precisa né fretta. Non è esercizio fisico né spostamento utilitaristico: è un rituale sociale, un modo di stare insieme, di vedere e farsi vedere, di godersi l'aria e il paesaggio. Esempio d'uso: "Dopo cena facciamo due passi? Una passeggiata sul lungomare ci farà bene." Curiosità sulla Passeggiata La passeggiata serale è un'istituzione nei paesi italiani. Non si tratta semplicemente di "fare una camminata" (walk in inglese), ma di un vero e proprio rituale sociale. È il momento in cui le famiglie escono, i giovani si incontrano, gli anziani chiacchierano sulle panchine. Rappresenta un modo di vivere lo spazio pubblico tipicamente mediterraneo. 7. Abbiocco Pronuncia: /ab-ˈbjɔk-ko/ Significato: La sensazione di sonnolenza che arriva dopo aver mangiato abbondantemente, specialmente a pranzo. È quella voglia irresistibile di riposare che segue un pasto particolarmente ricco. Esempio d'uso: "Dopo quel pranzo di Natale mi è venuto un abbiocco pazzesco, ho dormito tre ore sul divano." Curiosità sull'Abbiocco In inglese esiste l'espressione colloquiale "food coma", ma non è un termine ufficiale del dizionario. L'abbiocco italiano invece è una parola riconosciuta che descrive un'esperienza comune nella cultura italiana, dove i pasti rappresentano momenti importanti di condivisione familiare e sociale. È particolarmente frequente dopo il tradizionale pranzo della domenica. 8. Pennichella Pronuncia: /pen-ni-ˈkɛl-la/ Significato: Il breve sonnellino pomeridiano, più corto e informale della siesta spagnola. Si fa sul divano, sulla poltrona, a volte persino alla scrivania. È un cedimento dolce alla stanchezza del primo pomeriggio. Esempio d'uso: "Dopo pranzo mi concedo sempre una pennichella di venti minuti, poi sono come nuovo." Curiosità sulla Pennichella A differenza della siesta spagnola, che è un riposo più strutturato, la pennichella italiana è breve e informale. Il termine ha un suono affettuoso e diminutivo che ne sottolinea la natura leggera. È spesso il naturale seguito dell'abbiocco, una piccola pausa rigenerante che fa parte del ritmo quotidiano italiano. 9. Figuraccia Pronuncia: /fi-gu-ˈrat-tʃa/ Significato: Una brutta figura portata all'estremo, un momento di imbarazzo pubblico intenso. È la vergogna sociale, l'errore che tutti vedono, lo scivolone che ti perseguiterà nei ricordi. Esempio d'uso: "Ho chiamato la mia professoressa 'mamma' davanti a tutta la classe: che figuraccia!" Curiosità sulla Figuraccia La figuraccia è strettamente legata al concetto di "bella figura", fondamentale nella cultura italiana. Mentre "fare bella figura" significa presentarsi al meglio, la figuraccia rappresenta l'opposto estremo: un momento di imbarazzo pubblico che può perseguitare una persona per anni. Il suffisso "-accia" (peggiorativo) intensifica il concetto di brutta figura. 10. Arrangiarsi Pronuncia: /ar-ran-ˈdʒar-si/ Significato: L'arte italiana per eccellenza: cavarsela con i mezzi a disposizione, improvvisare soluzioni creative quando le risorse scarseggiano. Non è solo sopravvivenza, ma una forma di intelligenza pratica che trasforma i limiti in opportunità. Esempio d'uso: "Non avevo gli ingredienti giusti per la carbonara, ma mi sono arrangiato con quello che c'era in frigo ed è venuta buona lo stesso." Curiosità su Arrangiarsi Arrangiarsi è legato a una filosofia di vita pragmatica e anticonformista tipicamente italiana. Non si tratta semplicemente di "fare con quello che si ha", ma di una vera e propria capacità di adattamento creativo. Questo concetto riflette la storia italiana, dove le persone hanno spesso dovuto trovare soluzioni ingegnose in situazioni difficili. 11. Dietrologia Pronuncia: /dje-tro-lo-ˈdʒi-a/ Significato: La tendenza a cercare significati nascosti, complotti o secondi fini dietro ogni evento. È l'abitudine di non credere alla versione ufficiale dei fatti e di supporre che ci sia sempre "qualcosa dietro". Esempio d'uso: "Secondo lui non esistono coincidenze, è un dietrologo convinto: pensa che anche il maltempo sia un complotto." Curiosità sulla Dietrologia Questa parola nasce dalla fusione di "dietro" e il suffisso "-logia" (come in "psicologia" o "biologia"), significando letteralmente "la scienza di ciò che sta dietro". È nata in Italia negli anni '70 durante gli anni di piombo, un periodo di instabilità politica che ha generato diffidenza verso le versioni ufficiali degli eventi. Oggi si usa anche ironicamente. Non esiste un equivalente preciso in altre lingue: "conspiracy theory" indica la teoria stessa, non l'abitudine mentale di cercarla. 12. Gattamorta Pronuncia: /gat-ta-ˈmɔr-ta/ Significato: Persona, tradizionalmente una donna, che finge innocenza, timidezza o ingenuità per ottenere ciò che vuole. Appare docile e inoffensiva, ma in realtà è calcolatrice e astuta. Esempio d'uso: "Non fidarti di lei, fa la gattamorta ma sa esattamente quello che fa." Curiosità sulla Gattamorta

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On the Saturday January 17, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse we’ll meet author Joe Hill. His bestselling novels & short stories have inspired hit adaptations like “Locke & Key,” “Horns,” and “The Black Phone,” as well as “In the Tall Grass” (which he adapted for film and co-wrote the novella of with his father Stephen King.) Today we’ll talk about “King Sorrow,” a genre-bending horror epic that spans 25 years. It follows six college friends who summon a dragon using a book bound in human skin. Each year, they must choose a sacrifice—or become one. Then we spend time with Louise Pitre. Often hailed as Canada’s first lady of musical theatre, she is a Tony-nominated actress renowned for her powerful performances on Broadway and across North America and Europe. Best known for originating the role of Donna Sheridan in “Mamma Mia!,” she has also played Fantine in “Les Misérables” and Edith Piaf in “The Angel & the Sparrow” among many others. Today we talk about herb latest work, “Kimberly Akimbo,” the Tony Award-winning musical about a bright but physically aging teenage girl with a rare genetic condition, similar to progeria, who navigates a dysfunctional family, first love, and the challenges of finding happiness and connection despite her unique circumstances and limited time.

On the Saturday January 17, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse we'll meet author Joe Hill. His bestselling novels & short stories have inspired hit adaptations like “Locke & Key,” “Horns,” and “The Black Phone,” as well as “In the Tall Grass” (which he adapted for film and co-wrote the novella of with his father Stephen King.) Today we'll talk about “King Sorrow,” a genre-bending horror epic that spans 25 years. It follows six college friends who summon a dragon using a book bound in human skin. Each year, they must choose a sacrifice—or become one. Then we spend time with Louise Pitre. Often hailed as Canada's first lady of musical theatre, she is a Tony-nominated actress renowned for her powerful performances on Broadway and across North America and Europe. Best known for originating the role of Donna Sheridan in “Mamma Mia!,” she has also played Fantine in “Les Misérables” and Edith Piaf in “The Angel & the Sparrow” among many others. Today we talk about herb latest work, “Kimberly Akimbo,” the Tony Award-winning musical about a bright but physically aging teenage girl with a rare genetic condition, similar to progeria, who navigates a dysfunctional family, first love, and the challenges of finding happiness and connection despite her unique circumstances and limited time.

GLAAD award nominated podcasters Cody Rigsby, Andrew Chappelle, and Ren Anders share their takeaways from the 83rd Golden Globe Awards! Who was best dressed?? Who did Cody pick to win best podcast?? Could they have picked a better picture of Cynthia Erivo?? What does the future hold for Connor Storie and Hudson Williams? PLUS: TRAITORS and DRAG RACE recap! Does Mary J Blige ACTUALLY want to do her Vegas residency? And is it okay to cuss out people who sing along to a live performance of Mamma Mia?We have deals for YOU!Marley Spoon: Fast-track your way to eating well! Head to MarleySpoon.com/offer/petty for 45% off your first order and free delivery!Grow Therapy: Visit GrowTherapy.com/petty - Sessions average about $21 with insurance and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan.LMNT: Stay replenished! Get your free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/tactfulSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a viral altercation at a recent production of "Mamma Mia," people might be thinking about theater etiquette, and how to address misbehavior without escalating the situation, or negatively impacting the theater experience. Larry Smiglewski is a Broadway production stage manager, and also a marriage and family therapist. He shares his thoughts on compassion, respect, and dealing with bad behavior in public settings, but especially at the theater. Plus, listeners call in to share their experiences. 

Is alcohol a lubricant that brings people together? Alcohol numbers are supposedly dropping with the younger generation, but anna believes a drink at happy hour mixed with a little socialization is okay sometimes (good for the soul too)  .3 news headlines, Raven picks the one he wants to hear the story about. This insane story about a lady birthing her child while her ex-boyfriend steals her car outside has us all thinking... what?! A trending reality star was on a billionaire blitz vacation when she contracted a bacterial infection from the hotels dirty sheets. Anna and Raven discuss future sanitary travel plans to avoid this. FIRED FRIDAY! Anna and Raven put their best judgement to the test and try to tell if these people were fired or not for their on-the-job accidents.   Broadway madness went down at Mamma Mia after a man was disturbed by the viewers behind him. We are on his side but... it is a bit difficult to sit still at mamma Mia. Just so catchy! Is he right or wrong here? Raven tries to not sing and dance to some tunes. Chef Plum unpacks the logistics of Sourdough. Who knew this living yeast had so much to it? Chef plum announces his new years resolution- become more of a beadmaker.  Every week Anna and Raven invite a middle school student to participate in Middle Schooler News! They report the headline news and Anna and Raven comment on it! This week Mackenzie joins the show and Anna and Raven find out what's going on in the world! It's Mommy's Margarita Friday!  For all you do, and all you put up with this week, you earned yourself a reward!  What did you do for your Mommy Margarita?              Dusti and Mariah have a chance to win $2100! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!     

Diving deep into the making of ABBA's iconic 1975 album with author Joe Matera. Released on April 21st, 1975, ABBA's breakthrough album was their self-titled third studio album. It cemented their global stardom with massive hits like "Mamma Mia," "SOS," and "I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do," becoming their blueprint for international pop domination. Purchase a copy of The Making of ABBA: The Story Behind The Band's Breakthrough 1975 AlbumVisit Joe Matera's websitePurchase a copy of 'Coffee In New York' by The Korgis featuring Joe Matera

Playlist con música relacionada al episodio:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5eqOchjq86YrfibHDoNtfcYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oBrXWdjjXQDpWfK_swwgrj6cjRW2hlqABBA es el estándar de oro de la producción musical sueca. Desde su triunfo en Eurovisión 1974 con Waterloo, el cuarteto integrado por Agnetha, Björn, Benny y Anni-Frid revolucionó las listas de éxitos globales con himnos generacionales como Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia y The Winner Takes It All. Su música combina armonías vocales perfectas con una ingeniería de sonido adelantada a su época, consolidando un legado que hoy vive a través del fenómeno de Broadway, el cine y su innovador espectáculo digital ABBA Voyage. Descubre por qué, décadas después, las canciones de ABBA siguen siendo la banda sonora definitiva del pop mundial.Únete a nuestro grupo de Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1012646383467657Síguenos:https://www.instagram.com/musicosdesillonpodcast/https://twitter.com/musicosdesillonhttps://www.facebook.com/musicosdesillon/

Nick and Hannah look back on a theatre-stuffed 2025, chatting through the shows they saw, loved, questioned and are still thinking about. From West End heavyweights to immersive experiments and concert highlights, this episode is a fast, opinionated tour of the year in musicals. Along the way they discuss everything from Robin Hood at the Palladium, Les Misérables, Matilda, MJ The Musical and Mamma Mia! to newer and quirkier experiences including Grease immersive, Clueless, The Great Gatsby, Edward Scissorhands, Acorn Antiques and Here & Now, Wicked: Part Two, Back to the Future, Paddington, Hercules, and an unforgettable evening with Alan Menken in concert — plus a few theatrical oddities and honourable mentions along the way. A concise, spoiler-light round-up of a very busy year, packed with strong opinions, shared laughs and plenty of musical theatre love.

Get ready Dancing Queens, because this month we're looking at the life and films of the amazing Amanda Seyfried! From Mean Girls to Jennifer's Body, from Mamma Mia to Mank and her upcoming films The Housemaid and The Testament of Ann Lee, we cover it all! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews, like us on Facebook, e-mail us at reviewsmixed@gmail.com, visit our  Instagram or  TikTok for extra content, become a patron on our Patreon, or stop by our shop and pick up some podcast merchandise! Don't forget to subscribe to us on  iTunes, Spotify, Podchaser, Audible, or wherever you get podcasts! All clips are used under Fair Use and belong to their respective copyright owners.

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In this extended interview, the star of "Mean Girls" and "Mamma Mia!" talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about the "emotional acrobatics" of working in films, including in "The Testament of Ann Lee", and her Oscar-nominated performance in David Fincher's "Mank". She also plays guitar and sings for us. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sound Bites"I leaned on the body! The dead Body!""Sounds like Mamma Mia.""Hopefully not, right?"

When an actor opens their mouth to sing in a movie, chances are high that the voice you hear will be their own. Even in music biopics, movie stars without much singing experience regularly go to great lengths to impersonate the most beloved vocalists of our time. Why not simply play Johnny Cash or Bruce Springsteen's actual recordings, the reasons why we care about them in the first place? When the world is full of beautiful singing voices, why force Pierce Brosnan to bray his way through Mamma Mia? What you hear when an actor unhinges their jaw is a matter that Hollywood has been negotiating since the dawn of sound. So in this episode, we'll learn about the “ghost singers” of classic Hollywood musicals, find out why they went extinct, and why today's music biopics so often fudge the music. Then we leave Hollywood for Bollywood, where the rise of the celebrity “playback singer” shows what can happen when good singing is the highest priority. In this episode, you'll hear from Slate's pop music critic Jack Hamilton; musicologist Dominic Broomfield-McHugh, editor of The Oxford Handbook of the Hollywood Musical; Stephen Cole, co-author of a memoir by the ghost singer Marni Nixon; Isaac Butler, longtime Slate contributor and scholar of American acting; and Nasreen Munni Kabir, who has written several books on Hindi cinema and curates Indian films for the UK's Channel 4. If you want to listen to any of the songs you heard in this episode in full, you can find them all on this Spotify playlist. This episode was written and produced by Max Freedman. It was edited by Willa Paskin and Evan Chung, our supervising producer. Decoder Ring is also produced by Katie Shepherd. Merritt Jacob is Senior Technical Director.  If you have any cultural mysteries you want us to decode, email us at DecoderRing@slate.com or leave a message on our hotline at (347) 460-7281. Sources for This Episode Basinger, Jeanine. The Movie Musical! Alfred A. Knopf, 2019. Beaster-Jones, Jayson. Bollywood Sounds: The Cosmopolitan Mediations of Hindi Film Song, Oxford University Press, 2015. Butler, Isaac. The Method: How the Twentieth Century Learned to Act, Bloomsbury, 2022. Hamilton, Jack. “The Problem With Music Biopics Is Bigger Than Just the Cliches,” Slate, May 17, 2024.  Kabir, Nasreen Munni. Lata Mangeshkar ...in Her Own Voice, Niyogi Books, 2009. Nixon, Marni with Stephen Cole. I Could Have Sung All Night: My Story, Billboard Books, 2006. Robbins, Allison. “‘Experimentations by Our Sound Department': Playback Stars in 1930s Hollywood.” Star Turns in Hollywood Musicals, edited by Chabrol Marguerite and Toulza Pierre-Olivier, Presses universitaires de Paris Nanterre, 2017. Srivastava, Sanjay. “Voice, Gender and Space in Time of Five-Year Plans: The Idea of Lata Mangeshkar,” Economic and Political Weekly, vol. 39, no. 20, 2004. Get more of Decoder Ring with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of Decoder Ring and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Decoder Ring show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/decoderplus for access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices