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PODCAST

A Musical Theatre Podcast

Jeffrey Scott Parsons

Conversations revealing the cultural and emotional impact of our favorite musicals in theatre history. On each episode of “A Musical Theatre Podcast,” Jeff welcomes a special guest to explore one musical from theatre history. Together they get to the heart of the show’s cultural and emotional impact by looking at its creators, context, and storytelling. Always fun and heartfelt, this is the podcast to celebrate the humanity of our musical theatre art form.

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58:03

THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with Jeff Rizzo

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2020/08/16

Hooray for our "favorite son!" It's an election year, so this week we're covering THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES with music director extraordinaire Jeff Rizzo. It's also a pretty great excuse for us to talk about musical theatre legends like Cy Coleman, Tommy Tune, and of course, the show stealing dogs in Act 1. This one isn't getting a revival anytime soon, so enjoy! Be sure to check out Jeff Rizzo's virtual choirs at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLbTjz06jXY Take one moment to follow "A Musical

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ONCE UPON A MATTRESS with Rena Strober

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2020/08/09

There's nothing "shy" about this episode! ;) Actress Rena Strober joins us to shed a little love on the summer camp musical to end all summer camp musicals: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Carol Burnett, the Rodgers Dynasty, golden age comedy, and champagne bought with your unemployment insurance...this episode has it all. Be sure to follow Rena on Twitter @renastrober and support her new album IMAGINE THAT! with the writers of Sesame Street. http://www.renastrober.bandcamp.com Take one moment to follow "A

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ALL SHOOK UP with Andre Myers

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2020/08/02

Anybody in the mood to fall in love? If so, try following the simple recipe from ALL SHOOK UP... add Elvis. "C'mon Everybody" get ready to tune in and tune out with this week's episode as actor Andre Myers joins us to discuss jukebox musicals, this feel-good show's identity crisis on Broadway, the reason Andre stopped pursuing musical theatre, and why he still can't help falling in love with it. (See what we did there?) Follow Andre on Instagram at @princeadm to see his gorgeous photos and

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THE GRAND TOUR with Jason Graae

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2020/07/26

This week we take a ride through THE GRAND TOUR, ironically the biggest flop the king composer of optimism Jerry Herman ever had. Here to chat about it is the man Mr. Herman personally asked to star in it. Broadway vet Jason Graae joins us for a funny and heartfelt retrospective on one of the greatest writers in musical history and this largely forgotten show that quite possibly includes the most "Jerry-like" character he ever wrote. To follow all things Jason Graae, visit his website at

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THE LITTLE MERMAID with Chelsea Morgan Stock

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2020/07/19

This week we get to be part of "her" world. Broadway Ariel, Chelsea Morgan Stock joins us for a conversation about the stage adaptation of Disney's game changing film THE LITTLE MERMAID. Tune in as Chelsea reveals the complexities of being an understudy, dancing in Heelys, and staging a certain villain's demise. Be sure to follow Cheslea on Instagram @chelsmstock Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on

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THE BAND'S VISIT with Marc Ginsburg

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2020/07/12

THE BAND'S VISIT is one of the most sophisticated musicals in our relatively short musical theatre history, and yet, despite winning pretty much every award imaginable, it isn't talked about nearly enough. National Tour cast member Marc Ginsburg joins Jeff for a conversation about the joy, sadness, and phonetic pronunciations of this great addition to modern musical theatre. To follow all things Marc, check out Instagram @marc_ginsburg and Twitter @m_ginsburg. Take one moment to follow "A Musical

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FUN HOME with guest Alyssa M Simmons

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2020/06/21

Happy Pride Month Everyone! This week we're celebrating by covering a listener request and all around great musical FUN HOME with special guest Alyssa M Simmons. Join us for a personal conversation about this groundbreaking musical that, believe it or not, is actually more fun than a funeral home. Be sure to follow Alyssa on Instagram @alyssamsimmons and check out her Star Wars podcast "Inside the Tauntaun." Take one moment to follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and

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SUNSET BOULEVARD with Ryan O'Connor

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2020/06/14

In any discussion of the musical SUNSET BOULEVARD, the central piece of the conversation is inevitable: "Who is playing Norma Desmond? And who should be playing Norma Desmond?" To explore the ups and downs of that musical theatre "tradition," Jeff is joined this week by guest Ryan O'Connor. Together they journey the drama filled road that is now synonymous with this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic. Warning- Beware of floor lamps. For all things caftans and Ryan, please follow him on Instagram

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BLACK LIVES MATTER with Sharon Catherine Brown

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2020/06/07

Amid the events of this past week, we felt the need to dedicate an episode of our podcast to the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement and specifically how it relates to musical theatre. Theatre/film/television actress Sharon Catherine Brown joins us for a conversation about her career that has broken through racial boundaries on Broadway and the toll it takes on the black artists willing to do it. After listening to the episode, reach out to us. How can we celebrate black lives in this art form? Who are some

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THE PRINCE OF EGYPT with J Scott Lapp, Luke Brady,...

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2020/05/31

This week we're covering a musical to help us all look forward to the future! THE PRINCE OF EGYPT, the new stage adaptation of the famed animated musical film had recently opened in the West End and was playing to sold out houses before closing due to the global pandemic. In this episode we talk with the show's associate director J Scott Lapp, its two stars Luke Brady and Christine Allado, and the writer of both the film and stage play, Philip LaZebnik. We all look forward to seeing their epic show

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FINDING NEVERLAND with Jon Pernisek

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2020/05/23

What better time to delve into the musical FINDING NEVERLAND than when "the world is upside down?!" Guest, and host of "The Musical Man" podcast, Jon Pernisek joins us for a conversation about this unique show that has its heart in the right place... and then you remember Harvey Weinstein was behind it all. Not to worry, though, we also have a message from Broadway and National Tour cast member Cameron Bond to keep us focused on the power of the piece. You can find Jon's The Musical Man podcast at

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HEATHERS with Rachel Flynn

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2020/05/17

Hate 'em or secretly wanna be 'em, this week we're talking about the HEATHERS with special guest and original cast member Rachel Flynn. Join us for a conversation about this dark and satirical take on the high school experience with plenty of laughs and brains to accompany all the murder. You can learn more about Rachel and her career on Instagram and Twitter @radiofreerachel Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram,

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GUYS AND DOLLS with Squigs Robertson

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2020/05/10

Who better to discuss the details of classic characters in a classic Broadway musical than a guy who draws them? Squigs, a superb actor and now famous caricaturist, is our guest this week to discuss GUYS AND DOLLS. Take a trip back to the Golden Age with this forever young, Frank Loesser gem. While you're there, enjoy the "I Love Lucy" references. Follow the fold, I mean SQUIGS, on Instagram and Twitter @squigsrobertson Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us

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COME FROM AWAY with Geno Carr

A Musical Theatre Podcast ·

2020/05/03

On this week's special episode, original Broadway cast member Geno Carr joins us to discuss the musical journey of COME FROM AWAY, a perfect example of "good thing it happened, otherwise you'd never believe it." Be sure to follow Geno on Instagram and Twitter @genocarr. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X for more great content. For bonus episodes, subscribe to PATREON! for only $1 a month. And don't

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SIDE SHOW with Sam Herbst

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2020/04/26

Who's in the mood for some high-quality diva worship? Guest Sam Herbst joins us this week for a conversation dedicated to SIDE SHOW, the cult musical phenom that wears its heart on its sleeve and creates screlting-based goose bumps in the process. Be warned, the musical theatre geek force in this episode is STRONG. Follow Sam on Twitter and Instagram @mrsamherbst Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join us on Instagram, TikTok and X

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INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner

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2020/04/19

The cow, the cape, the hair, the slippers... whatever your reason may be, join us as we head INTO THE WOODS this week with our special guest Sara Kapner! Together, she and Jeff marvel at the current relevance of this show, reflect on the genius of Mr. Sondheim, and still find time to ponder the importance of vegetables in musicals. Special thanks to listener Amanda who requested we cover the show and inspired us to reach out to our listeners! Stay up to date with all things Sara Kapner on

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TUCK EVERLASTING with Jesse McAnally

A Musical Theatre Podcast ·

2020/04/05

It's musical podcasts unite as this week we discuss TUCK EVERLASTING, a musical requested by both listener Rachel (thank you Rachel!) and this week's guest Jesse McAnally (that's Mackinalley) from the podcast "Musicals with Cheese." Step into the world of immortality, REALLY old teenagers, and quite possibly the most effective dream ballet in musical history. Follow more from our guest Jesse on Twitter @JesseMcAnally as well as through his podcast "Musicals With Cheese" on the Broadway Podcast

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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS with Michael J Willett

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2020/03/29

You guys, don't feed the plants. And while you're at it, wear a mask. As the world continues to fight a pandemic, Jeff and guest/actor/musician Michael J Willett (Faking It, GBF, Dolly's Parton's Heartstrings) discuss another threat all of humanity has endured: Audrey II. Get ready for a fun conversation about the amazing musical LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS recorded in an LA apartment because they literally weren't allowed to go anywhere else. Check out Michael J Willett on Instagram and Twitter to

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SOUTH PACIFIC with Kirsten Chandler

A Musical Theatre Podcast ·

2020/03/22

It's one of the greatest scores in theatre history written by some of the most progressive minds of the time. We promise Rodgers and Hammerstein's SOUTH PACIFIC isn't the total yawn you think it is. Join Jeff and guest Kirsten Chandler for a funny and thoughtful conversation about this Pulitzer Prize winning musical that broke the musical theatre ground we're all standing on and made it stronger. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your friends! Join

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AIDA with Brittany Campbell

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2020/03/15

AIDA. One name. All the feels. Guest Brittany Campbell (HAMILTON) talks with Jeff about this rock concert of a show that instantly earned Heather Headley goddess status, and in the process, brought us all the soapy drama we were craving. Along the way, Jeff learns about what it's like to be a nine-year old on Broadway. Visit Brittany on Instagram at @brittanycampbellmusic and listen to her music on Spotify. Follow "A Musical Theatre Podcast" wherever you may be listening and share us with your

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