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No Expectations with Peter Barber
Rachel Potter: Broadway Vocals

No Expectations with Peter Barber

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 53:51


Rachel Potter, an acclaimed Broadway star and accomplished Nashville Recording artist, has been recognized by US Weekly as "One to Watch" and praised by the Hollywood Reporter for her "crystalline vocals." With a successful career in both musical theater and country music, Rachel has showcased her talent on stages of all sizes.  Rachel's impressive resume includes her turn as the ever “popular” Glinda u/s on the National Tour of Wicked. Next, she made her Broadway debut as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, where she shared the stage with Bebe Neuwirth and Brooke Shields as Morticia. She then went on to originate the role of the Mistress in the Tony Nominated revival of Evita, alongside Ricky Martin and Michael Cerveris. Her standout performance on the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the production, singing the poignant song "Another Suitcase in Another Hall," further solidified her place in the Broadway community. Residing in Nashville, TN, Rachel remains focused on recording and writing music, as well as enjoying a successful career in real estate. Balancing her professional endeavors with her most important role as “mommy” to Jude, Elliot, and Myla, Rachel's passion for music and family shines through in all aspects of her life. Stay connected with Rachel on social media @therachelpotter.

In the Spotlight
Hedwig and the Angry Inch

In the Spotlight

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 93:14


HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH | Text by John Cameron Mitchell | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Trask Works Consulted & Reference :Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen TraskHedwig and the Angry Inch (Broadway Libretto) by John Cameron Mitchell & Stephen Trask, Directed by Michael Mayer"John Cameron Mitchell reflects on 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' - Q with Tom Power" Podcast InterviewNew York TimesTalks Interview of Neil Patrick Harris, John Cameron Mitchell, & Stephen Trask" 'Midnight Radio' with John Cameron Mitchell | Queer the Music with Jake Shears Ep. 14" Podcast InterviewMusic Credits:"Overture" from Dear World (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Jerry Herman | Performed by Dear World Orchestra & Donald Pippin"The Speed Test" from Thoroughly Modern Millie  (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jeanine Tesori, Lyrics by Dick Scanlan | Performed by Marc Kudisch, Sutton Foster, Anne L. Nathan & Ensemble"Why God Why" from Miss Saigon: The Definitive Live Recording  (Original Cast Recording  / Deluxe)  | Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Alain Boublil & Richard Maltby Jr.  | Performed by Alistair Brammer"Back to Before" from Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens | Performed by Marin Mazzie"Chromolume #7 / Putting It Together" from Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Performed by Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, Judith Moore, Cris Groenendaal, Charles Kimbrough, William Parry, Nancy Opel, Robert Westenberg, Dana Ivey, Kurt Knudson, Barbara Bryne"What's Inside" from Waitress (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles | Performed by Jessie Mueller & Ensemble"Wicked Little Town" from Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Original  Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by John Cameron Mitchell "Maria" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording)  | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Evadne Baker, Anna Lee, Portia Nelson, Marni Nixon"My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording) | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Julie Andrews"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin (New Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by Matthew James Thomas“What Comes Next?” from Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda | Performed by Jonathan Groff

It's New Orleans: Louisiana Eats
Magnificent Meals Of Conspicuous Consumption

It's New Orleans: Louisiana Eats

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 50:00


In the late 1800s, industrialization carried the United States into a new era – one of great wealth and elaborate lifestyles for those at the top. It was frequent New Orleans visitor Mark Twain who coined the term the "Gilded Age," which would later be associated with this time of conspicuous consumption. This week, we take a look at the glorious food at the center of it all. First, we chat with Becky Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook," who recounts the lavish menus and extravagant parties the uber-rich served up in the late 19th century. Her tome offers more than 75 sumptuous recipes of the period, from salmon en papillote to dainty tea sandwiches, accompanied by full-color photographs of the dishes. Then, we sit down for an in-depth interview with actor and musician Michael Cerveris. The two-time Tony Award winner knows what it's like to live among the outrageous wealth and opulence of late-19th-century America, having played the valet Watson in the television series The Gilded Age. But that HBO drama is a late entry on Michael's long performing résumé. He's also had an impressive run on stage, in both musicals and straight plays. Locals may know Michael from his role in the post-Katrina New Orleans TV series Treme, or as co-founder of the popular Americana band Loose Cattle. Or, maybe, as the guy who lives down the street. Michael regales us with stories of his fascinating career and explains why he made the decision to call New Orleans home. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

Its New Orleans: Louisiana Eats
Magnificent Meals Of Conspicuous Consumption

Its New Orleans: Louisiana Eats

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 50:00


In the late 1800s, industrialization carried the United States into a new era – one of great wealth and elaborate lifestyles for those at the top. It was frequent New Orleans visitor Mark Twain who coined the term the "Gilded Age," which would later be associated with this time of conspicuous consumption. This week, we take a look at the glorious food at the center of it all. First, we chat with Becky Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook," who recounts the lavish menus and extravagant parties the uber-rich served up in the late 19th century. Her tome offers more than 75 sumptuous recipes of the period, from salmon en papillote to dainty tea sandwiches, accompanied by full-color photographs of the dishes. Then, we sit down for an in-depth interview with actor and musician Michael Cerveris. The two-time Tony Award winner knows what it's like to live among the outrageous wealth and opulence of late-19th-century America, having played the valet Watson in the television series The Gilded Age. But that HBO drama is a late entry on Michael's long performing résumé. He's also had an impressive run on stage, in both musicals and straight plays. Locals may know Michael from his role in the post-Katrina New Orleans TV series Treme, or as co-founder of the popular Americana band Loose Cattle. Or, maybe, as the guy who lives down the street. Michael regales us with stories of his fascinating career and explains why he made the decision to call New Orleans home. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

A Tripp Through Comedy
The Mexican

A Tripp Through Comedy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 77:43


Our exit today has us trying to find a long lost gun. This week, we are talking about The Mexican, written by J.H. Wyman and directed by Gore Verbinski.Along the way, there is a lot of talk of The Sopranos, Steven Soderbergh, Michael Cerveris, Broadway musicals, Marc Maron, Mexico in movies, color grading, and of course, the late Gene Hackman.Thememusic by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

Sci-Fi Talk
Fringe's Michael Cerveris

Sci-Fi Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 21:07


He played September, the Observer from Fringe plus was in Stakeland. We chatted about both projects in 2013. Start Your Free Trial at Sci-Fi Talk Plus Free For One Year

Putting It Together
Another thought on Unworthy of Your Love with Gail Leondar-Wright

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 24:50


Gail Leondar-Wright joins Kyle to offer some further insight into the song Unworthy of Your Love.Find out more at the Talking Sondheim website: https://www.talkingsondheim.com/You can contact Gail at: TalkingSondheim@gmail.comWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Selected Shorts
Holidays with Mom

Selected Shorts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 58:16


Guest host Meg Wolitzer presents our holiday show--two stories about being home for the holidays and how you can count on your Mom to be there for you—and possibly to complicate things. First, memoirist Augusten Burroughs recalls a disastrous—and hilarious—childhood cooking project. Reader Michael Cerveris relishes every bite. And in “Live Wires” by Thomas Beller, a young man invites his girlfriend to his mother's annual Hanukkah party. The reader is Jane Curtin.

West Virginia Morning
A W.Va. Broadway Star's Musical Path And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginia Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024


On this West Virginia Morning, Huntington native and Tony Award winning actor Michael Cerveris discusses his musical path from West Virginia, and our Song of the Week. The post A W.Va. Broadway Star's Musical Path And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Putting It Together
Assassins Finale with Margaret Hall

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 51:26


We've reached the end of Assassins. What does it say about America as a whole, not to mention the American Dream™? Luckily, Margaret Hall wrote her thesis on this very subject and joins the podcast to discuss it. You can visit Margaret's website here: https://www.margaret-hall.com/Or follow here on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/itsmargarethall/We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

She Believed She Could Podcast
Following Your Passions And Finding Your Light with Rachel Potter

She Believed She Could Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 29:47


Rachel Potter, an acclaimed Broadway star and accomplished Nashville Recording artist, has been recognized by US Weekly as "One to Watch" and praised by the Hollywood Reporter for her "crystalline vocals." With a successful career in both musical theater and country music, Rachel has showcased her talent on stages of all sizes. Rachel's impressive resume includes her turn as the ever “popular” Glinda u/s on the National Tour of Wicked. Next, she made her Broadway debut as Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, where she shared the stage with Bebe Neuwirth and Brooke Shields as Morticia. She then went on to originate the role of the Mistress in the Tony Nominated revival of Evita, alongside Ricky Martin and Michael Cerveris. Her standout performance on the Original Broadway Cast Recording of the production, singing the poignant song "Another Suitcase in Another Hall," further solidified her place in the Broadway community. Hailing from St. Petersburg, Florida, Rachel's journey in the entertainment industry began on at Walt Disney World, where she portrayed iconic characters such as Ariel, Belle, and Nemo. She later gained national attention as a top 15 finalist on MTV's Legally Blonde: The Search for Elle Woods.Transitioning from Broadway to Nashville, Rachel pursued her passion for country music and achieved success as a Top 12 finalist on season 3 of FOX's The X Factor. Her audition with her version of Queen's "Somebody to Love" earned international praise, and continues to amass millions of views since the season aired 10 years ago. The song is featured on her solo album, "Not So Black and White," which showcases her unique artistry, songwriting, and musical style. Her music videos have been featured on CMT and Entertainment Tonight, and she has garnered attention from publications such as Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Huffington Post.Most recently, Rachel was the featured soloist on "Journey to Fantasy Springs," the theme song for Tokyo Disney Sea's new land "Fantasy Springs," further expanding her global reach and musical accomplishments.In addition to her solo career, Rachel has collaborated with renowned Acapella groups VoicePlay and Voctave, showcasing her versatility as a performer. With many of their videos achieving viral status, most notably, her “Moana Medley" collaboration with VoicePlay remains an internet favorite. Rachel has been featured as a guest soloist with many symphony orchestras all over the world, in concerts spanning everything from Country to Broadway and Holiday to Patriotic, with orchestras including the Dallas Symphony, St. Louis Symphony, Utah Symphony, among many others. She and fellow country artist, Patrick Thomas, have been celebrating the past icons of country music in their Pops symphony show, “Country Legends,” for the past 10 years.  Residing in Nashville, TN, Rachel remains focused on recording and writing music, as well as enjoying a successful career in real estate. Balancing her professional endeavors with her most important role as “mommy” to Jude, Elliot, and Myla, Rachel's passion for music and family shines through in all aspects of her life. Stay connected with Rachel on social media @therachelpotter. Memorable Moments"It was just this dream that guided me in each different move and change in my life."“Taking my art away from the place in my life that required making music to make money, for my art to no longer be pressured and to now have the freedom to just do whatever I wanted to with music because I love it.  That changed everything for me.”  "I feel great about it, I feel proud of it, and I feel like, you know, I only have one life.  What's most important is that I feel great about me.""I am such a huge proponent of not having regret, and that's been a big thread through my entire life.""I'm hoping that my joy in creating this will also give other people joy. But if it doesn't that's fine, I'm not looking for this to be validating in any other way, other than my own personal journey." Connect with RachelInstagram @rachelpotterTikTok @rachelpotterFacebook: Facebook.com/rachelpottermusiclinktree: https://linktr.ee/therachelpotter  Abundant Success Bundle - Black Friday Special!https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/abundantsuccessbundle Thinkific Black Friday Offer!Click here to Claim Thinkific's Black Friday offer before it expiresThese three packages offer everything you need to launch a thriving digital learning business and start earning more, all at their lowest price of the year.   Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comwww.abundantsuccesss.co

Mickey-Jo Theatre Reviews
Tammy Faye (Palace Theatre, Broadway) - ★★ REVIEW

Mickey-Jo Theatre Reviews

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 31:47


One of a handful of new musicals to open on Broadway this month is TAMMY FAYE, the musical story of the life of the controversial evangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. Having seen the show's world premiere production at the Almeida Theatre in London in 2022, Mickey-Jo was eager to catch the show's New York transfer at the recently refurbished Palace Theatre. This new production, directed by Rupert Goold stars Olivier Award winner Katie Brayben alongside Tony Award winners Christian Borle and Michael Cerveris, with a score by Sir Elton John and Jake Shears and a book from James Graham. Check out this full review for Mcikey-Jo's thoughts on the show's Broadway evolution, and why it fails to practice what it preaches. • 00:00 | introduction 02:51 | overview 10:13 | material 17:10 | production 23:36 | performances • get in person / live stream tickets to see MickeyJoTheatre LIVE at the Phoenix Arts Club: https://phoenixartsclub.com/events/mickeyjotheatre-live/ • get in person / live stream 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 60,000 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

Grumpy Old Gay Men and Their Dogs
November 6, 2024 Episode 124: The Joy Of Sax

Grumpy Old Gay Men and Their Dogs

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 74:31


In this week's episode, Patrick and Tommie meet the Papillon, wish a Happy Birthday to actor/singer Michael Cerveris, Tommie learns about "Bo and Yang," they mourn the loss of music industry legend Quincy Jones and the cruel demise of Peanut the squirrel, they continue their debate over the series Grotesquerie, Patrick finally watches the classic film Vertigo and the Charles Busch film The Sixth Reel, and Tommie neglects his duties while Patrick celebrates National Sax Day by naming his favorite songs featuring the saxophone.

Putting It Together
Something Just Broke – Assassins (with Micah Mooney)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 50:17


Feels appropriate doesn't it? Micah Mooney returns to discuss a song that was added to the show for the first London production, and has stayed ever since. Is it essential or extraneous?Micah's website: https://micahmooney.com/We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Another National Anthem – Assassins (with Charlotte LeMay)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 66:45


What do we think the other national anthem actually sounds like? Charlotte LeMay returns to offer opinions on why Samuel Byck should be the main character of this song, and the disillusionment of the American Dream.We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Samuel Byck monologue – Assassins (with Reid Orphan)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 46:21


This week we don't talk about a song, but rather a scene. Reid Orphan joins the podcast to discuss how Samuel Byck has been depicted and how it can be destructive to those with mental health challenges if not pursued with proper intentions. Follow Reid on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphan_designsWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
The Ballad of Guiteau – Assassins (with Shannon Migliore)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 70:58


Join us on our cakewalk up the gallows. Shannon Migliore joins the podcast to explain what the real Charles Guiteau was like and how Sondheim uses his actual words in this song. Follow Shannon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_pretty_sleeperWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Unworthy of Your Love – Assassins (with Chris Brown)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 51:21


Two people, who never met in real life, join together to sing a 1970s love ballad. Chris Brown returns to discuss how this song plays differently if you don't know the context, and how it's odd to talk about two "characters" that are still alive. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/not_chrisbrown/We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
The Ballad of Czolgosz – Assassins (with Alex Asp)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 56:40


You're telling me that "work your way to the head of the line" was a metaphor! Alex Asp returns to discuss the next "successful" assassin, President McKinley, and the beef.Follow Alex on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alexasp44/Look at the Sondheim Database project here: https://www.sondheimdatabase.com/We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
The Gun Song – Assassins (with David Kincannon)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 59:05


After seeing a couple of historical events we get a song about the idea of a gun. David Kincannon joins for the first time to discuss how this song works theatrically and why it's an important song for Czolgosz. You can follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwkiiWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
How I Saved Roosevelt – Assassins (with Steve Bell)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 53:08


It seems like Roosevelt was saved by a lot of people. Who is correct? Steve Bell returns to discuss the real history of this event, John Philip Sousa, and (potentially) one of Sondheim's greatest rhymes. You can email Steve here: steve@slbway.comWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
The Ballad of Booth – Assassins (with Eric Matthew Richardson)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 87:31


The assassin pioneer is the first person investigated in the show. Eric Matthew Richardson returns to discuss John Wilkes Booth, how he changed America, how Sondheim adapts his story, and whether we should believe anything he sings about. Eric's website: http://www.ericmatthewrichardson.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheEMRMusicWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Everybody's Got the Right – Assassins (with Isaac Bartels)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 63:49


Kicking off our season on Assassins guest Isaac Bartels discusses how it got made, how provocative it still remains, and how the opening song sets the exact right tone. Follow Isaac Bartels on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_isaacbartels_/We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Assassins.The original off-Broadway cast starring Victor Garber, Jonathan Hadary, and Terrence Mann (1990)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-original-cast-recording/254421633Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2YhmmaSqQpHrx1XmVW3TpV?si=3iXLFILxQ8SJaaG-bXXNNgOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/j9vlZBYThe first Broadway cast starring Michael Cerveris, Dennis O'Hare, and James Barbour (2004)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2004-broadway-revival-cast-recording/881212225Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ifTOl4KhC5KDQIN6HalFJ?si=D_2Ly4NlS3e3SsQR2LYSlAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01nc5zwThe Broadway revival starring Steven Pasquale, Will Swenson, and Brandon Uranowitz (2021)You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/assassins-the-2022-off-broadway-cast-recording/1663102585Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6U7iRoc5P856IAoVgDBqMk?si=tNzrOQmVTb2X4upp3F-szAOr buy it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/82iSrA8Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Multiverse News
Captain America: Brave New World Teaser, X-Men '97 Replaces Writer, Shawn Levy's Star Wars Film

Multiverse News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 61:05


Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universes Last week, just two weeks ahead of the studio's return to San Diego Comic Con and the release of their sole theatrical outing for the year, Marvel surprised fans by releasing the teaser trailer for Captain America: Brave New World. Clocking in at just under two minutes, this first look is chock full of characters, set pieces and action, with a tense political atmosphere on display that certainly harkens back to 2014's much beloved The Winter Soldier. Marvel Animation has clearly found a voice they have a lot of confidence in, as What If…? series writer Matthew Chauncey has been hired to write the third season of X-Men '97. He replaces Beau DeMayo who wrote the incredibly well received first season of the animated revival as well as the yet to air second season, before being infamously fired by Disney ahead of the show's premiere. Chauncey previously stepped up into a leadership position when he replaced What If…?'s A.C. Bradley as the head writer for season 3. Beau DeMayo received a lot of retroactive praise for not shying away from social issues and commentary with his first season of X-Men '97. Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy's career seems to continue to be on the upswing, as his Star Wars film locked down a writer, Levy's frequent collaborator, Jonathan Tropper. Tropper wrote 2022's The Adam Project and is well established in the TV world, having created both Warrior and Banshee, as well as working as the showrunner for Apple TV's See. There are a lot of Star Wars films in the works these days, many of which were announced prior to Levy's and have yet to receive such significant updates. Despicable Me 4 held the top spot at the box office last weekend, becoming the first animated franchise to cross the $5 billion threshold. Newcomer Longlegs took second place with an impressive $22.6 million debut, setting a record for indie distributor Neon. Warner Brothers and Paramount have unveiled the first trailer for Watchmen Chapter 1, the first of two upcoming animated films set to release digitally on August 13th. The voice cast features Matthew Rhys as Nite Owl, Katee Sackhoff as the second Silk Spectre, Titus Welliver as Rorshach, and Michael Cerveris as Doctor Manhattan, among other notable actors. Michael Bay is in talks to direct Barbaric, a fantasy series for Netflix based on the Vault Comics title. It will star Sam Claflin and Patrick Stewart with X-Men First Class screenwriter Sheldon Turner writing and executive producing the series. Prime Video has ordered The Greatest, a limited series about Muhammad Ali from executive producers Michael B. Jordan and Ben Watkins with Jaalen Best starring as Ali. It is the first authorized scripted series with access to Ali's estate. Apple TV+ released a teaser for Severance Season 2, which premieres on January 17 and will include 10 episodes that release on Fridays weekly. A prequel series to Martin, the show that ran on Fox from 1992 to 1997 and starred Martin Lawrence is in development and will be titled Young Martin. Lawrence's production company RunTelDat will produce. Filming on Euphoria's third season is slated to begin in January 2025 — just about three years after the premiere of season two. HBO says all of the principal cast is set to return, including Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, and Hunter Schafer. Shelley Duvall who starred in seven films directed by her mentor, Robert Altman and is best known for her role in Stanley Kubrick's The Shining, died last Thursday. She was 75. Shannen Doherty, who starred on Beverly Hills 90210 and Charmed, has died after a long battle with cancer. She was 53. On Monday, Netflix released a behind the scenes video of production of the final season of Stranger Things featuring looks at the set, returning cast, and new characters. The series is currently expected to debut sometime in 2025.

The Equalizers
Race Traitors

The Equalizers

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 70:46


The Equalizer Season 4 Episode 20: Race Traitors Aired on CBS: June 29, 1989 Directed by: Robert E. Warren Written by : Robert Sabaroff Featuring: Laurence Fishburne, David Andrews, Michael Cerveris, Verna Bloom, John Cale The antipenultimate Equalizer episode. This one is... woo boy. The Equalizer is going against a local chapter of neonazi skinheads including a childhood friend of Mickey's. Does the episode approach the topic delicately? Well it starts right off with stock footage of the Third Reich and sails on from there. At the very least, the viewpoint of the Equalizer and the show is in line with today's sensibilities. That said, maybe for the best that so much off the plot focused on weird white supremacy middle management. It's a very strange angle on a very real and sensitive topic. Similarly, Chris and Chuck handle the coverage of this episode with the delicacy of a runaway elephant. @equalizerspod equalizerspodcast at gmail dot com https://www.facebook.com/equalizerspodcast/

Radiolab
The Distance of the Moon

Radiolab

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 40:47


In an episode we last featured on our Radiolab for Kids Feed back in 2020, and in honor of its blocking out the Sun for a bit of us for a bit last week, in this episode, we're gonna talk more about the moon. According to one theory, (psst listen to The Moon Itself if you want to know more) the moon formed when a Mars-sized chunk of rock collided with Earth, the moon coalesced out of the debris from that impact. And it was MUCH closer to Earth than it is today. This idea is taken to its fanciful limit in Italo Calvino's story "The Distance of the Moon" (from his collection Cosmicomics, translated by William Weaver). Read by Liev Schreiber, the story is narrated by a character with the impossible-to-pronounce name Qfwfq, and tells of a strange crew who jump between Earth and moon, and sometimes hover in the nether reaches of gravity between the two.This reading was part of a live event hosted by Radiolab and Selected Shorts, and it originally aired on WNYC's and PRI's SELECTED SHORTS, hosted by BD Wong and paired with a Ray Bradbury classic, “All Summer in a Day,” read by musical theater star Michael Cerveris.Our newsletter comes out every Wednesday. It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)!Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today.Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org.Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation Initiative, and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

Selected Shorts
Holiday Hurdles

Selected Shorts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 59:12 Very Popular


Guest host David Sedaris presents stories that reimagine holiday rituals. In Tobias Wolff's “Powder,” a pre-Christmas snowstorm provides an adventure for a father and son. SELECTED SHORTS' late host and founder Isaiah Sheffer is the reader. A long-established couple turn out to be able to surprise one another in Allegra Goodman's gentle borrowing from an O. Henry classic. Dana Ivey and Michael Cerveris read her “Gifts of the Jewish Magi.” And David Sedaris says English writer Jeanette Winterson captures the city to a “T” in “Christmas in New York,” a modern fairy tale with just a hint of magic, performed by Richard Masur.

Gurus: The Story of Acting from Stanislavsky to Succession
17 - Michael Cerveris in Conversation

Gurus: The Story of Acting from Stanislavsky to Succession

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 45:23


At the age of 25, Michael Cerveris was playing the hot new kid from Britain in the TV series Fame. Fast forward 30 years, Cerveris is a seasoned pro with 10 Broadway credits, 4 Tony nominations and 2 wins, one for featured actor in Sondheims's Assassins and one for leading actor in Fun Home. On TV he's had major recurring roles in Fringe, Treme, The Good Wife and, currently, The Gilded Age. None of it is surprising, really, when we see all of that early promise in the young star of Fame in 1986. But how did he get there? In this conversation I ask Michael Cerveris to talk about his training pathway. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storyofacting/message

Awakened Nation
When Hollywood Calls, an interview with the Hardest Working Actor in Show Business, Joshua Schubart

Awakened Nation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 87:10


If you've ever watched the Amazon Prime series The Tick, or Seven Seconds on Netflix, or High Maintenance on HBO, or After on the IFT Network, then you will recognize Joshua Schubart. A big man with an even bigger heart, Josh sits down with Brad to open up about being homeless, growing up in foster care, and how acting and his foster parents, saved his life. "Acting helped me to escape my situation at the time..." Josh shares his emotional journey of landing the part of Frank on The Tick, the highs and lows of the acting world, working with Michael Cerveris, and the dream he never thought he'd achieve; being a good father. Having graced the pages of GQ magazine as a "Brawny Model," and putting together his short series "The Transformation of Ben Grimm," It appears that Joshua will reach his ultimate goal—being cast in the MCU and working with Taika Waititi. This is a fun episode for comic book nerds and film buffs alike as The Hardest Working Man in Show Business shares his life. About Joshua Schubart: Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Joshua Schubart has been working as a professional actor for over a decade. Joshua had a tough childhood, growing up homeless and in the foster care system. At 14, his foster parents put him in Catholic school, and his life took a turn for the better. He discovered acting in his early teens, as an escape from his day-to-day challenges. He would often say that acting literally saved his life, giving him the drive and motivation to make his dreams come true. Joshua attended the Asolo Conservatory for actor training and got a BA in Acting from Stony Brook University. Upon graduation, he fully immersed himself in the craft, building a reputation as a hardworking and talented actor. Joshua has been seen in projects ranging from small indie films to walking the boards at the Metropolitan Opera. Some of his recent work includes a recurring role in the Amazon series The Tick, and appearances in Seven Seconds (Netflix) and High Maintenance (HBO). His voice can also be heard on a long list of audiobooks available on Amazon Audible, including Blue Summer, Lorelei and Blaze of Ecstasy. In addition to acting, Joshua is a highly skilled stunt man/stage combatant, with training in hand-to-hand, almost every bladed weapon and most guns. Passionate as well about stepping behind the camera, Joshua is the co-founder of the production company 2 Ladies & A Giant. Together with his production company, Joshua created .After, a series about a widower navigating life and the dating scene after losing his wife. The series, starring Joshua, is a story of life, love, and rebirth, and streams on IFT Network. Growing up reading comic books, Joshua hopes to work with Marvel in the near future. And working with Taika Waititi is a dream of his. Also a plus size model, Joshua hopes his work in front and behind the camera will open doors for larger people in the industry, break the stereotypes, and prove that they are more than just the funny or bad guys. In his free time Joshua likes to build computers, read, play different sports, and spend time with his wife and daughter. To learn more about Joshua, follow him on TikTok, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @Josh_Schubart. www.joshuaschubart.com About Awakened Nation: Fueled by the passion to ignite game-changing conversations, award-winning author Brad Szollose created Awakened Nation—a podcast dedicated to deeper conversations with today's outliers and cutting edge entrepreneurs, idea makers and disruptors, bestselling authors, activists, healers, spiritual leaders, professional athletes, celebrities, politicians and rock stars...conversations that take a deep dive into the extraordinary. This podcast will challenge your beliefs. Think Art Bell meets Joe Rogan. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenednation/support

Selected Shorts
Perfectly Unmatched

Selected Shorts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 57:55


Host Meg Wolitzer presents perfect mismatches. In “The Man and the Moose” by Ben Loory, performed by Michael Cerveris, a man's best bud has antlers. In “Red Dirt Don't Wash” by Roger Mais, performed by Brandon J. Dirden, a young man's courtship is at risk—she doesn't like his shoes. And a piano lesson is out of tune in “The Piano Teacher's Pupil” by William Trevor, performed by Kathryn Erbe. Authors Elizabeth Strout and Marlon James present commentary from the stage at Symphony Space. 

Hottest Hell Presents
"Forgotten Serial Killers - Season Finale!"

Hottest Hell Presents

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 176:50


You said you wanted an episode on serial killers, and after months of absolutely heinous research (Kim cried), recording, and editing, it's finally here: The Season Two Finale, “Forgotten Serial Killers,” featuring the stars of Netflix's MINDHUNTER series.Teams Kimberly and Edward endeavored to find tales of true “multiple murderers” not already discussed to death by other podcasts and documentaries…and our guest judges, both well-versed professionally in retelling the stories of mad killers, agreed they pulled it off.Team Edward presents the blood-chilling history of The Red Ripper, a prolific monster hidden for decades by Soviet censorship and the first-ever Russian criminal to be caught in part by employing psychological profiling.Team Kimberly transports listeners to the antebellum frontier, where a family of mysteriously antisocial colonists led by a charismatic daughter terrorized travelers riding the Osage Mission Trail, earning themselves the terrible moniker The Bloody Benders.Our hosts were joined by MINDHUNTER headliners Holt McCallany (Fight Club, Alien 3, Blue Bloods, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning) and Michael Cerveris (Broadway's Sweeney Todd and Assassins; TV's Fringe and The Gilded Age), two guys who have made careers out of either playing killers, or playing the people who catch killers. In addition to the serial killer talk, they give us insight into working with cinematic masters like David Fincher; befriending Charles Mansonite Bobby Boselie; and learning from FBI profilers.If you'd like to learn more about The Bloody Benders yourself, check out one of our sources for this episode: Hell's Half-Acre: The Untold Story of the Benders, a Serial Killer Family on the American FrontierIf you'd like to read the book MINDHUNTER was based on, you can find that here:Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit Support the show

Commonplace
38. Michael Cerveris

Commonplace

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 69:29


Michael Cerveris is a two-time Tony Award winner, actor, musician and Huntington is his hometown. He'll be back home August 19th to join the Appalachian Film Festival for a screening of Oscar-nominee Elaine McMillion Sheldon's newest film King Coal where he will join the director in conversation on stage after the film. Find tickets for the festival here. In our conversation, Michael and Nathan talk about his roots doing community theater in Huntington, how The Who's Pete Townshend helped him step into the role of 'Tommy' on Broadway, and performing with music legend Bob Mould.

daily304's podcast
WMYW cools off at WV Film Festivals

daily304's podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 17:23


What Makes You Wonderful and Dave Lavender with the West Virginia Film Office get into all the film festivals you can get into this season. There's something for everyone and we get the details on what you'll experience.    Lurch Fest   Lurch Fest at Barbour County Historical Museum, 13 Museum St., Philippi, WV, honors late TV and film star Ted Cassidy, known for playing Lurch on the Addams Family. Event on Aug. 4-5 features Ted Cassidy trivia, 30+ vendors selling "Lurch Merch," food, art, live music, craft beer, ax throwing, and a costume contest. Special guest: Sean Cassidy. More info at https://www.barbourcountyhistoricalmuseum.org/.   Appalachian Film Fest  The Appalachian Film Festival returns Aug. 18-20 at the Foundry Theater, Huntington City Hall. Categories include student, music video, shorts, and feature-length films celebrating the Appalachian region. Saturday features the award-winning film "King Coal" and a Q&A with filmmaker Elaine Sheldon and actor Michael Cerveris. "Best in Fest" winner receives $500 and a Blenko Glass Appy. Screenwriting brunch with Mickey Fisher on Sunday at Bahnhof WVrsthaus and Biergarten. For more info, visit https://filmfreeway.com/AppalachianFilmFestival and find AFF on Facebook. Email directors at info@foundrytheater.org.   Huntington Music and Arts Festival - 72-Hour Film Challenge The 72-Hour Film Challenge is set for 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28 at the Foundry Theater in Huntington. Short films (5 to 7 minutes long) created within 72 hours in early August will be showcased, with prizes for the top filmmakers. The challenge is part of the 13th annual Huntington Music and Arts Festival, running from Aug. 28 to Sept. 2. For inquiries, contact hmaf72hour@gmail.com, and learn more about HMAF at https://www.hmafestival.com/home.   House of Clouds Premiere The West Virginia International Film Festival presents the world premiere of the documentary 'HOUSE IN THE CLOUDS: The Artistic Life of Robert Singleton' on The Clay Center main stage at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 17. The film portrays the remarkable life of an American artist who has resided on a remote West Virginia hilltop since 1978. Get tickets at 304-561-3570 or https://secure.theclaycenter.org/9971. For more information, visit houseintheclouds.movie, and contact director Doug Imbrogno at douglaseye@gmail.com. The screening will be preceded by a 6 p.m. reception in the Clay Center art gallery featuring one of Singleton's paintings, followed by a Q-and-A with the artist on stage.   Mothman Festival  The Mothman Festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 16-17 in downtown Point Pleasant, WV. Hosted by The Mothman Museum, the event commemorates the 1966 Mothman sighting, giving rise to the infamous red-eyed winged legend. The festival features cryptid films, paranormal speakers, special guests from TV shows, and cryptid vendors. Visitors can explore the TNT area (where Mothman was sighted) and more. For additional details, visit https://www.mothmanfestival.com/.   Mtn Craft Film Festival  The Mtn Craft Film Festival will be held on Friday, Sept. 29, and Saturday, Sept. 30 at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg (444 W Pike St.). The festival, curated by Clarksburg-based production company Mtn Craft, will showcase four WV films: "Brawlers" and "King Coal" on Friday, and "Impossible Town" and "O'Pioneer" on Saturday. Each screening will be followed by a Q&A panel with the filmmakers. The event also includes an art gallery, VR film experience, and various short films in different genres. Passes can be purchased online or by calling the Robinson Grand Ticketing Center at (855)-773-6283. Prices: Full Festival (2-Day) Pass - $40; Single Day Pass - $25. Get tickets at https://tickets.therobinsongrand.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=191.   Appalachian Queer Film Festival  The Appalachian Queer Film Festival (AQFF) will take place from Friday to Sunday, Oct. 6-8 at the Foundry Theater in Huntington (800 5th Ave). Founded in 2014 by Jon Mattews and Tim Mann, the AQFF aims to bring Queer and Trans films from around the world to Appalachia and support LGBTQ+ filmmakers in the region. The festival features acclaimed films like "Kokomo City," which premiered at SXSW. Attendees can look forward to special guests, Q&As, awards, panels, and an after-party. For inquiries, email festival organizers at aqffwv@gmail.com. Festival passes and tickets are available at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/026eff75-acef-4a82-9d23-85ec41c2f521.   Premiere of “Redhead”  The horror film "Redhead," by the filmmaking duo Sam and Johnna Hodge (creators of "Twelve Pole"), premieres at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30 at Pullman Square's Marquee Cinema. Starring Johnna Hodge as the widow Autumn Blacksmith seeking revenge, the film features Tri-State celebrities, including Barboursville mayor Chris Tatum. The Red Carpet event starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit the Redhead Movie FB page. Don't miss this splatterfest!   Vandalia TV  Vandalia TV, curated by Nate Cesco, is a streaming channel hosting over a dozen creative outlets, including Shine On WV, Brainwrap Productions, Mtn Craft Productions, and more. It serves as a gateway to the thriving West Virginia film scene, encouraging viewers to watch local films and connect with filmmakers from across the state. The platform aims to elevate indie film alongside music, visual arts, and storytelling that West Virginia is renowned for. Experience WV film through their streaming service at https://www.vandaliatv.com/, supported by the collaborative efforts of filmmakers and artists in the community.   West Virginia International Film Fest - Floralee Hank Cohen Cinema Established in 1985, the Charleston-based West Virginia International Film Festival (WVIFF) has steadily expanded its impact. Presently, the WVIFF runs the Floraless Hank Cohen Cinema, showcasing award-winning indie films from the local community and around the world with regular weekly screenings. Attend "Movies That Matter Mondays" to support regional non-profits and causes. Additionally, you can rent the cinema for private screenings. To learn more about the West Virginia International Film Festival and explore volunteer opportunities, visit https://www.wviff.org/.  

Before The Break
108. 2x TONY WINNER Michael Cerveris "You're Gonna Have To Work Your @ss Off"

Before The Break

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 103:58


This week on BEFORE THE BREAK, the boys sit down with actor, Michael Cerveris. Michael has had recurring roles on such shows as Fringe, Gotham, The Tick, Mindhunter, and The Good Wife. His Broadway credits include The Who's Tommy, Titanic, Evita, Assassins, Sweeney Todd, and Fun Home. We discuss growing up in the arts, not knowing if he's ever be an actor,  his time at Yale Undergrad,  doing background work on soap operas in NYC, the importance of listening and learning on set, moving to L.A. to film 'Fame', and who told him he'd be making his B'Way debut in 'Tommy'. That and much more!Follow Before The Break - on Instagram at @beforethebreakpodon TikTok at @beforethebreakpodon Twitter at @b4thebreakpodhttps://beforethebreak.buzzsprout.com/Follow Michael -on Instagram at @michaelcerverisFollow Tom -on Instagram at @imtombythewayhttps://www.tommybeardmore.com/Follow Adam -on Instagram at @thatadamdecarlohttp://adamdecarlo.com/Follow Julian - on Instagram at @juliangavilanesDon't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and give us a rating!Support the show

In the Spotlight
Fun Home

In the Spotlight

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 102:02


FUN HOME  Music by Jeanine Tesori | Lyrics by Lisa Kron | Book by Lisa Kron | Based on the Graphic Novel Fun Home by Alison Bechdel | Works Consulted & Reference :Fun Home (Original Libretto) by Lisa Kron & Jeanine TesoriFun Home by Alison BechdelMusic Credits:"Overture" from Dear World (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Jerry Herman | Performed by Dear World Orchestra & Donald Pippin"The Speed Test" from Thoroughly Modern Millie  (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jeanine Tesori, Lyrics by Dick Scanlan | Performed by Marc Kudisch, Sutton Foster, Anne L. Nathan & Ensemble"Why God Why" from Miss Saigon: The Definitive Live Recording  (Original Cast Recording  / Deluxe)  | Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Alain Boublil & Richard Maltby Jr.  | Performed by Alistair Brammer"Back to Before" from Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens | Performed by Marin Mazzie"Chromolume #7 / Putting It Together" from Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim | Performed by Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, Judith Moore, Cris Groenendaal, Charles Kimbrough, William Parry, Nancy Opel, Robert Westenberg, Dana Ivey, Kurt Knudson, Barbara Bryne"What's Inside" from Waitress (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  | Music & Lyrics by Sara Bareilles | Performed by Jessie Mueller & Ensemble"Days and Days” from  Fun Home (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music by Jeanine Tesori | Lyrics by Lisa Kron |  Performed by Judy Kuhn"Maria" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording)  | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Evadne Baker, Anna Lee, Portia Nelson, Marni Nixon"My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music (Original Soundtrack Recording) | Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Performed by Julie Andrews"Corner of the Sky" from Pippin (New Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz | Performed by Matthew James Thomas“What Comes Next?” from Hamilton (Original Broadway Cast Recording) | Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda | Performed by Jonathan Groff

The Equalizers
Last Call

The Equalizers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 63:26


The Equalizer Season 3 Episode 19: Last Call Aired on CBS: March 23, 1988 Directed by: Michael O'Herlihy Written by : Robert Crais Featuring: Joe Maruzzo, Michael Cerveris, James Rebhorn, David Schramm, Colleen Ann Fitzpatrick (Vitamin C), Peter Sellars, Tony Azito Two hooligans take over Pete's, the Irish pub that Robert McCall bought earlier this season. Among the hostages are Mickey and Pete (note, a woman), both agents (current and former) who you'd think could easily take on these amateur thugs (and could more to do on the show as well). But no it's Equalizer who goes around learning more about the hooligans (learning a little too much, file under Bizarrely Graphic Details), then mediating a deal (which of course goes awry and the bad guys get shot). Another stellar EQ bottle episode, and also we break down the Police Academy movies. @equalizerspod equalizerspodcast at gmail dot com https://www.facebook.com/equalizerspodcast/

Zig at the gig podcasts
David Heatley Part 2

Zig at the gig podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 59:38


IF... Second full length solo record by David Heatley Available on all streaming and digital platforms March 24, 2023 from Dream Puppy Records. Genre: Indie Pop All songs were written, performed, and produced by David Heatley in 2023. They were recorded at Piety Street Arnaudville Studio. Additional recording took place at Restoration Sound with engineer Lorenzo Wolff. String, horn and woodwind arrangements were done by Jimbo Walsh. The assistant engineer was Kirkland Middleton. The album was mastered by Dave Glasser of Airshow. Featuring members of Lost Bayou Ramblers and Givers, plus Julie Odell, Sarah Quintana, Lilli Lewis and Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris. Heatley describes “If...” as a portrait of someone in the throes of “impossible love,” with all the attendant euphoria and longing pulsing beneath each track. “I've always had an issue with crushes and falling in love. I fell in love with all three guest singers on my last record.” The bulk of the songs came to him while recording down in Louisiana for the first time in the summer of 2021, surrounded by an inspiring and passionate array of New Orleans musician-heartthrobs. What he couldn't have known was that by the time this new record was released, his personal life would be entirely rearranged and would line up in an uncanny way with many of the themes of the songs he had written. “It's honestly eerie how prescient some of these songs turned out to be. I've often gotten song ideas in my dreams and I write them out and record them only to see how they perfectly fit some situation I'm living through years later. It's enough to make you believe in Carl Jung's theory of the archetypal field.”     David's Info https://www.davidheatley.com

Troubled Men Podcast
Feral Zone 12: JOHN AGNELLO GETS LOOSE with MICHAEL CERVERIS

Troubled Men Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 81:03


Effervescent record producer/podcaster John Agnello (Sonic Youth, Dream Syndicate, Dinosaur Jr., Drive-By Truckers) and Tony Award-winning actor/musician Michael Cerveris (The Gilded Age, Fun Home, Tommy) join us in the Feral Zone as we take a break from recording to chat. John has seen a lot since his start in 1979 as an intern at the famed Record Plant recording studios in NYC. We discuss John’s illustrious career as well as his work with Michael and the band on the next Loose Cattle record. Forced ping pong with Meat Loaf, Gene Simmons’ book of groupies, boudin balls…all that and more. Topics include Dockside Studio, a first single, Americana music, a traumatic memory, a magical experience, 10,000 hours, the bayou, isolation, Jay Gonzalez, mutual admiration, an analog mindset, creative solutions, a Redd Kross track, trusting the process, Mark Lanegan, picking takes, a subtle method, mentors, Jack Douglas, nightmare sessions, a legendary brother, going AWOL, being lucky, Cindy Lauper, William Wittman, Zebra, Randy Jackson, Jimmy Iovine, Louie Michot, the Red Rockers, moving faders, Shelley Yakus, forensic audio, Horsegirl, young bands, Wet Leg, Michael Imperioli, and much more. Intro music: "Trucker Takes A Wife" by Styler/Coman Break and Outro Music: "Antiversary" and "Eating Birthday Cake" rough mixes from the new Loose Cattle record in progress Support the podcast: Paypal or Venmo Join the Patreon page here. Shop for Troubled Men’s Shirts here. Subscribe, review, and rate (5 stars) on Apple Podcasts or any podcast source. Follow on social media, share with friends, and spread the Troubled Word. Troubled Men Podcast Facebook Troubled Men Podcast Instagram Iguanas Tour Dates René Coman Facebook Michael Cerveris Homepage Michael Cerveris Facebook Michael Cerveris Instagram John Agnello Homepage John Agnello Facebook Loose Cattle Homepage

Go Fact Yourself
Ep. 117.5: Best of Broadway

Go Fact Yourself

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 74:02


Places, everyone! It's time to lift the curtain on the Best of Broadway special on Go Fact Yourself!We've recently brought the podcast back to live audiences for the first time in two years! To celebrate, we've put the spotlight on some of our favorite past guests who love musicals and stage performances that were meant for live audiences. That includes guests like actors Rachel Bloom, Jessica McKenna, Eliza Skinner– and more!Plus we've got an all-star cast of experts that includes Tony-winners, famed performers, and stand-out composers. Time to take the stage!Appearing in this episode:J. Keith van StraatenHelen HongJessica McKenna from Episode 40Rachel Bloom from Episode 59Jade Cata-Pretta from Episode 64Arden Myrin from Episode 65Eliza Skinner from episode 67With Guest ExpertsRory O'Malley, Tony Award-nominated actor who's performed in the stage shows Hamilton and The Book of Mormon.Robert Lopez and Kristen Anderson-Lopez, award-winning songwriters who've worked on Broadway and films, including Disney's FrozenWilson Jermaine Heredia, Tony-winning actor from the musical RENTLee Wilkof, Actor and originator of the role of Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors.Michel Cerveris, actor, singer and guitarist who's won two Tony Awards.Go Fact Yourself was devised and is produced by Jim Newman and J. Keith van Straaten, in collaboration with Maximum Fun. Theme Song by Jonathan Green.Live show engineer is Dave McKeever.Maximum Fun's Senior Producer is Laura Swisher.Associate Producer and Editor is Julian Burrell.Seeing our upcoming live shows in LAby YOU!

BROADWAY NATION
Episode 75: FINALE: Sunday In The Park, Into The Woods, Crazy For You & GEMIGNANI

BROADWAY NATION

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 49:28


This is the fourth and final section of my conversation with author Margaret Hall, about her recent biography of Paul Gemignani that is titled Gemignani – Life And Lessons From Broadway And Beyond. If you missed the previous episodes in this series, you may want to catch up on those before listening to this one. Paul Gemignani served as the Music Director for more than 40 Broadway musicals including those that are the focus of this episode -- Sunday In The Park With George, Into The Woods, Crazy For You, as well as the revivals of She Loves Me and Kiss Me Kate. If you are interested in purchasing a copy signed by both Paul Gemignani and Margaret Hall you can order it exclusively through the website of Buxton Books, an independent bookstore in Charleston, South Carolina. Many of Gemignani's collaborators are discussed in this episode including Stephen Sondheim, James lapine, Scott Ellis, Lonnie Price, Michael Cerveris, and Patti Lupone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Putting It Together
Sweeney Todd (2007) with Luke Crichton

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 70:36


The film adaptation of Sweeney Todd was released in 2007, directed by Tim Burton. Sondheim loved it, but it has divided fans ever since it came out. Luke Crichton returns to discuss Sweeney Todd in film generally, this movie specifically, and wonder whether it will ever be adapted again. The song I used at the end is called "Waves" from the album Atoms: https://youtu.be/QoCtqIreX-wVisit Luke Crichton's website here: https://www.crichtonmusic.co.ukYou can also follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MusicCrichtonOr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crichtonmusic/You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Edmonton Community Foundation - https://www.ecfoundation.org - ECF connects you to the resources you need. With our help, donors are able to make the best decision for their funds. Students can find the grants that help them succeed. Charities are able to fund their latest projects. We build relationships that strengthen the Edmonton community — because connecting people is what we do best. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Sweeney Todd all the recordings

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 30:51


Sweeney Todd has been done MANY times. Kyle goes through all the official recordings he could find, plus all the video recordings that are available. You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Pod Power - With Pod Power, our sponsors are making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, Edmonton Community Foundation is helping us give a Pod Power shout out to Book Women - https://bookwomenpodcast.ca - A podcast where three Métis aunties figure out how to publish, edit, and write Indigenous stories. Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Final Sequence – Sweeney Todd (with Margaret Hall)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 79:12


The Final Sequence reprises many of the songs from Sweeney Todd in a macabre ending. Maragaret Hall returns to offer her perspective on what gets reprised and shares stories from the original production.You can find more information about Gemignani: Life and Lessons from Broadway and Beyond at Margaret's website: https://www.margaret-hall.comYou can also follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmargarethall/Or on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/itsmargarethallYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. The Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com - They promote and support Alberta-made podcasts, and connect their audiences with Alberta-based businesses and organizations. Check out The Breakfast Dish here: https://thebreakfastdish.buzzsprout.com - Dance, music, visual art, theatre and get-to-know-you conversations with the artists behind the work. Join Griffin Cork and his mom, Karen Johnson-Diamond every Monday morning as they meet the creators of today's digital offerings. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Parlor Songs – Sweeney Todd (with Colm Molloy)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 45:54


The Beadle decides to sing soprano while Mrs. Lovett desperately tries to get him to leave. Hopefully Colm Molloy, who is returning to the podcast, isn't trying to get Kyle to leave so quickly. Plus, do these songs have any greater thematic point to the show? Listen to find out!You can check out Colm on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colmmolloy_/Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colmmolloy_/Or even his website here: http://colmmolloy.comYou can even listen to his music on:His Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/colmmolloyHis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq_yKV2rUiu9MEf8NyP2TgYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Edmonton Community Foundation - https://www.ecfoundation.org - ECF connects you to the resources you need. With our help, donors are able to make the best decision for their funds. Students can find the grants that help them succeed. Charities are able to fund their latest projects. We build relationships that strengthen the Edmonton community — because connecting people is what we do best. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Not While I'm Around – Sweeney Todd (with Matthew Conway)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 53:47


Toby wants to save Mrs. Lovett, but does Mrs. Lovett care about Toby? Matthew Conway joins Kyle to discuss that, whether Toby should be played by child or not, and how performing this song without the context of the show changes its message.You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: ATB Cares - https://www.atbcares.com - Donate to the charity that is most important to you. ATB Cares makes it easy for all Albertans to support the causes they care about. In addition to your donation, ATB will match 20% of every dollar donated to all Alberta-based, non-religious charities, to a monthly limit of $30,000. Eligible charities may receive up to $5,000 in matching per year. Individual donations qualify for a maximum donation match of $500. Pod Power - With Pod Power, our sponsors are making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, Edmonton Community Foundation is helping us give a Pod Power shout out to Your Forest - https://yourforestpodcast.com - healthy ecosystems are the bedrock of a vibrant society. This podcast exists to discover what that looks idk and how we can achieve it. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
By the Sea – Sweeney Todd (with Michael Price)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 45:29


This one deserves a little kiss. Michael Price returns to discuss the character of Mrs. Lovett, how different this song is after you know the ending, and whether Sweeney and her ever have sex. The Simpsons currently finished airing its 33rd season on FOX. You can watch all seasons on Disney+ - https://www.disneyplus.comF Is for Family has ended its four season run. You can watch it all on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/You can follow Michael on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikepriceinlaYou can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Pod Power - With Pod Power, our sponsors are making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, Edmonton Community Foundation is helping us give a Pod Power shout out to Book Women - https://bookwomenpodcast.ca - A podcast where three Métis aunties figure out how to publish, edit, and write Indigenous stories. Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
Johanna 3 – Sweeney Todd (with Michael Vecchio)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 61:09


It's the third time a song called Johanna appears in the Sweeney Todd score. Does it tell us anything new about the characters? Michael Vecchio returns to offer his insight into the motivations of Sweeney himself and the musicality that occurs while he's singing about the daughter he believes he'll never meet again. Follow Michael here: https://twitter.com/maestromichael2You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Pod Power - With Pod Power, our sponsors are making it possible for us to amplify the voices of Albertans and Alberta podcasters. This episode, Edmonton Community Foundation is helping us give a Pod Power shout out to Book Women - https://bookwomenpodcast.ca - A podcast where three Métis aunties figure out how to publish, edit, and write Indigenous stories. Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
God, That's Good! – Sweeney Todd (with Ashley Pribyl)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 74:12


When we went for intermission Sweeney Todd and Mrs Lovett were making jokes about cooking people into pies. Now as we open Act 2 it seems like that's become a reality. Ashley Pribyl returns to discuss how this works as an Act 2 opener, and how this song discusses class while also being fun. You can purchase the essay collection Sondheim in Our Time and His here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/sondheim-in-our-time-and-his-9780197603208?cc=ca&lang=en&Follow Ashley on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pribbleprabble Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pribylprabble/You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: Park Power - https://parkpower.ca - your friendly, local utilities provider in Alberta. Offering Internet, Electricity, and Natural Gas with low rates, awesome service, and profit-sharing with local charities. Alberta Blue Cross - Alberta Blue Cross group benefit plans are easy to manage, anywhere, anytime and on any device, making it easy for you and your employees to access. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Putting It Together
A Little Priest – Sweeney Todd (with Cindy Liu)

Putting It Together

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 87:35


Is this the perfect way to end Act One? It's certainly a memorable and provocative way to do it. Who doesn't like a little cannibal based humour? Cindy Liu joins Kyle to discuss the puns and the pastries of A Little Priest. Cindy's podcast, Bottomless Broadway: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060Its Twitter: https://twitter.com/bottomlessbwayAnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bottomlessbway/You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat, by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJoWe are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd.The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/1086882395Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q6InM859RCsSQOjHWNHk2?si=Yn1oBG-bRASlNC_UPIUEAwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B01C6YV96Q/The Broadway revival (2005) starring Patti LuPone, Michael Cerveris, and Alexander Gemignani.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/118106545Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1kA4RO70idrEQkOX3zlRfa?si=5MO05RHdRpSwqWDYCtMnNwOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Todd-Stephen-Sondheim/dp/B0012ELMK0/The film version (2007) starring Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, and Alan Rickman.You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/269842191Or listen to it on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5cQlLa7mNMZuOrLLRFr43y?si=x8vtz8OPRFS2rgfhd3I8PQOr buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sweeney-Barber-Street-Picture-Soundtrack/dp/B0011ZWOPM/Our sponsors this week are: ATB Cares - https://www.atbcares.com - Donate to the charity that is most important to you. ATB Cares makes it easy for all Albertans to support the causes they care about. In addition to your donation, ATB will match 20% of every dollar donated to all Alberta-based, non-religious charities, to a monthly limit of $30,000. Eligible charities may receive up to $5,000 in matching per year. Individual donations qualify for a maximum donation match of $500. The Alberta Podcast Network - https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com - They promote and support Alberta-made podcasts, and connect their audiences with Alberta-based businesses and organizations. Check out Kyle and Dave vs The Machine here: https://kdvstm.transistor.fm - a podcast where a sentient machine forces Kyle and Dave to watch films in order to prevent the apocalypse. Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.comPutting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.comRecorded by Media Lab YYC. Media Lab is a production company. They help you tell your story. They do this by assisting in the creation of videos and podcasts. Find more information at: http://medialabyyc.comKeep up to date with Putting It Together by following its social media channels.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/puttingittogetherpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/sondheimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sondheimpodcast★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Circle Round
Poor Rich feat. Michael Cerveris & Patrick Page

Circle Round

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 21:15 Very Popular


Broadway stars Michael Cerveris (The Gilded Age, Fun Home) and Patrick Page (The Gilded Age, Hadestown) star in a Ukrainian folktale that shows there's more to wisdom than meets the eye.