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Broadway Breakdown

Matt Koplik is the most opinionated, foul-mouthed, and passionate theatre geek with access to a mic. Every week, Matt and a guest explore Broadway history by diving into the careers of the artists who shaped it. Whether discussing Sondheim and Sweeney or Herman and Dolly, Matt is sure to give you fun facts, deep analysis, and lots of four letter words. Tune in!! bwaybreakdown.substack.com

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71:49

Matt Reviews PURPOSE & JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/15

"To quote Taylor Swift..."Matt sees the latest work by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins, PURPOSE, as well as the Broadway premiere of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN. Was JOHN *actually* Matt's nightmare? Which actor in PURPOSE gave Matt life? Find out!! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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66:19

Matt Reviews PURPOSE & JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/15

"To quote Taylor Swift..."Matt sees the latest work by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins, PURPOSE, as well as the Broadway premiere of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN. Was JOHN *actually* Matt's nightmare? Which actor in PURPOSE gave Matt life? Find out!!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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57:18

Matt Reviews SMASH

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/11

"Fade in on a girl..."Matt has returned from SMASH and is here to talk about what he thought did and didn't work about the new Comedy about a Musical! Enjoy!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here! https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bwaybreakdown.substack.com

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62:48

Matt Reviews SMASH

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/11

"Fade in on a girl..."Matt has returned from SMASH and is here to talk about what he thought did and didn't work about the new Comedy about a Musical! Enjoy! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here! https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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69:29

Matt Reviews BOOP & THE LAST 5 YEARS

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/08

"I can do better than that..."Matt goes to see the new comic musical BOOP and has a *lot* of suggestions, plus the first Broadway production of THE LAST 5 YEARS and...well, has thoughts on that as well. Take a listen! (L5Y review starts around 40:00 )Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel (and the Tony fun) Here: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get

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74:59

Matt Reviews BOOP & THE LAST 5 YEARS

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/08

"I can do better than that..."Matt goes to see the new comic musical BOOP and has a *lot* of suggestions, plus the first Broadway production of THE LAST 5 YEARS and...well, has thoughts on that as well. Take a listen! (L5Y review starts around 40:00 ) Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel (and the Tony fun) Here: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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116:00

New 2025 Tony Award Predictions w/ Half Hour

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/03

"OK, now we know..."It's been two months since Matt made some bold predictions for the 2025 Tony nominations. So it's time to make some new ones!!Matt is joined by Richie Grasso and Jeff Maline (Half Hour) to discuss the latest of the season and where everyone sees nominations heading this year.Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with

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121:30

New 2025 Tony Award Predictions w/ Half Hour

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/04/03

"OK, now we know..."It's been two months since Matt made some bold predictions for the 2025 Tony nominations. So it's time to make some new ones!! Matt is joined by Richie Grasso and Jeff Maline (Half Hour) to discuss the latest of the season and where everyone sees nominations heading this year. Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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52:54

Matt Reviews: LOVE LIFE & THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/30

"I would give my soul for that..."Matt took a trip back to Encores to see the little-known LOVE LIFE and saw one of the final previews for THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY! What did Matt think of the weird Lerner/Weill show often cited as the "first concept musical"? And did Matt agree or disagree with Jesse Green abut DORIAN GRAY's screens? Let's find out!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a

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56:24

Matt Reviews: LOVE LIFE & THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/30

"I would give my soul for that..."Matt took a trip back to Encores to see the little-known LOVE LIFE and saw one of the final previews for THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY! What did Matt think of the weird Lerner/Weill show often cited as the "first concept musical"? And did Matt agree or disagree with Jesse Green abut DORIAN GRAY's screens? Let's find out! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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181:59

Birthday Breakdown: Answering Your Questions

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/27

It's Matt's birthday! 35! And now that he's old enough to play Bobby in COMPANY, he's celebrating by doing a Good Ol' Fashioned Q&A. Make sure to join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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170:30

Birthday Breakdown: Answering Your Questions

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/27

It's Matt's birthday! 35! And now that he's old enough to play Bobby in COMPANY, he's celebrating by doing a Good Ol' Fashioned Q&A. Make sure to join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here!: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bwaybreakdown.substack.com

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72:56

Matt Reviews: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and OPERATION...

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/21

"We do what we can..."Matt had a nice week of theatre before flying to judge the Florida State Thespian Festival. First: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and the Tony chances of Natalie Venetia Belcon. Next: OPERATION MINCEMEAT and whether it's "Too British" or if Matt liked it better on Broadway. For those who don't want spoilers: BUENA VISTA review starts at the top and OPERATION MINCEMEAT review starts around the 35:00/36:00 minute mark!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord and submit questions and

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76:26

Matt Reviews: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and OPERATION...

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/21

"We do what we can..."Matt had a nice week of theatre before flying to judge the Florida State Thespian Festival. First: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB and the Tony chances of Natalie Venetia Belcon. Next: OPERATION MINCEMEAT and whether it's "Too British" or if Matt liked it better on Broadway. For those who don't want spoilers: BUENA VISTA review starts at the top and OPERATION MINCEMEAT review starts around the 35:00/36:00 minute mark! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord and submit questions and

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228:02

Ranking Tony Winners: An Experiment (and What I Learned)

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/20

Matt took to social media to try something out...what IS the legacy of a Tony winner? Find out!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Here! https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bwaybreakdown.substack.com

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239:32

Ranking Tony Winners: An Experiment (and What I Learned)

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/20

Matt took to social media to try something out...what IS the legacy of a Tony winner? Find out! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Here! https://discord.gg/jYrygw2C Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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119:39

ANGELS IN AMERICA (Final Episode) w/ Robert W. Schneider

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/13

"I wish I was an octopus..." We've come to the end of ANGELS IN AMERICA and, as it happens, Grab Bag!! Friend of the pod Robert W. Schneider (Broadway Bound) stops by the Breakdown to discuss his history with the play, the weirdness of the 1993 Tony Awards, and which character Matt's ex could play. REJOICE!Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss

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127:09

ANGELS IN AMERICA (Final Episode) w/ Robert W. Schneider

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/13

"I wish I was an octopus..." We've come to the end of ANGELS IN AMERICA and, as it happens, Grab Bag!! Friend of the pod Robert W. Schneider (Broadway Bound) stops by the Breakdown to discuss his history with the play, the weirdness of the 1993 Tony Awards, and which character Matt's ex could play. REJOICE! Join the Broadway Breakdown Discord Channel Here: https://discord.gg/WesZ4EdF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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64:09

Bonus! SIX w/ Kelsie Watts

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/09

"You can build me up, you can tear me down..."Oooohhh It's a March BONUS episode! SIX's new Jane Seymour, Kelsie Watts, stops by the Breakdown to do a mini-deep dive on the British pop sensation that's still rocking it on Broadway. Matt and Kelsie talk about the complexity of 16th century womanhood, navigating vocal challenges, and re-introducing yourself to musical theatre. Take a listen!AND JOIN THE BROADWAY BREAKDOWN DISCORD CHANNEL!! Right Here: https://discord.gg/QssGH9KELearn more about your

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69:38

Bonus! SIX w/ Kelsie Watts

Broadway Breakdown ·

2025/03/09

"You can build me up, you can tear me down..."Oooohhh It's a March BONUS episode! SIX's new Jane Seymour, Kelsie Watts, stops by the Breakdown to do a mini-deep dive on the British pop sensation that's still rocking it on Broadway. Matt and Kelsie talk about the complexity of 16th century womanhood, navigating vocal challenges, and re-introducing yourself to musical theatre. Take a listen! AND JOIN THE BROADWAY BREAKDOWN DISCORD CHANNEL!! Right Here: https://discord.gg/WesZ4EdF Learn more about

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