Podcast Theatre Geeks

Ebony and Pamela talk about the exciting new shows coming this 23-24 season! We obviously can't list them all, so if there's a show you want us to mention in another episode, drop us an email! TGABway@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

We've been very vocal about the 'isms' that are rampant in this world, and more specifically in theatre. This episode will discuss that again as it relates to anti-semitism, the erasure of our history, and the damage it can do. While both Ebony and Pamela try to be sensitive while talking about these issues, we also understand they can be triggerin…

Jenine Tesori is the queen...prove me wrong! Pamela describes in detail why this is so, and gushes to Ebony about how much she loves this show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

So, apparently, Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt, who famously wrote The Fantastiks, also created this lovely musical. Ebony dives down the rabbit hole on this one...and she does not disappoint! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

There are a bunch more shows we weren't able to fit into this episode, but Ebony and Pamela will discuss some of the most disappointing, and exciting! Get ready... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony drops the deets on this show, which from all outward appearance, should have been successful. But, as you know, we wouldn't be discussing it otherwise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Colt Coeur's 15th world premiere! It’s August 2022 at the Hotel Ritz Paris – exactly 25 years after the Car Accident. With their marriage at a crossroads, one couple’s intense and steamy tête-à-têtes unravel into something unexpected - a simmering interrogation of what makes a relationship work. Playing now through October 29 HERE: 145 6th Ave, New…

It seems that feminism is coloring a lot of what Pamela perceives lately. And Ebony is always along for that kind of ride! This musical, performed in the mid 90's, gave us loads to talk about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

It's an OG episode, Geeks! Ebony enchants us with the musings of her research into One Night Stand. I think we might have keep doing episodes of shows from the 80's...there are so many!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

My goodness, where should we start? Well...there's new works, shows we're excited about, and a little petty revenge from Lin Manuel and his LLC!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela don't have much trouble coming up with Broadway related topics to gab about. But here's the thing...the gos is HOT right now...steaming! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela attempts to discuss this musical from 1980, but we'll be honest...wikipedia was not our friend this time. Thank goodness for fellow theatre lovers/theatre historians! Musical Chairs was dubbed the worst musical of the 1979-80 Broadway season, lets find out why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Broadway has been hit or miss since the pandemic. Ebony and Pamela discuss what is closing, or has closed, and what they're excited about thats coming up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

The Show Must Go On follows the productions of The Phantom of the Opera and Cats in South Korea during the early days of the pandemic. When art and entertainment was the most important thing to the isolated and quarantined, but ideas were slow as to how to bring it to the masses safely. An apt documentary for a vital art form. The Show Must Go On d…

Brought to you by the creators of Friends... so it must have been successful. So then why are we doing an episode about it...hmmmm? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela interview Morgan James about her new Jesus Christ Superstar Highlights album featuring an all-female cast. The album is available on all streaming services now. For purchase you can go to http://www.morganjamesonline.com/music/ or https://www.she-is-risen.net/ You can follow @sheisrisen on Instagram for updates. Learn more about yo…

It may sound like a disease Rainbow Brite is plagued by, but NO, my friends...it is so much more! Ebony delights us in her retelling of this Fantasy flop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Theres nothing more Pamela loves than a comedy, murder mystery, and show with dogs all rolled into one. And, of course, Mary Testa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Broadway was slightly disappointing in the 1980's. Pamela goes into detail on why perhaps Smile was just one of the shows that disappointed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela have Joe McDonnell join their podcast this week to gossip about the very early stages of Urinetown: The Musical, as well as some scandalous happenings later on in it's run! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela have been querying about whether Broadway is back in a good way or playing the same old game. We chat about that again in this episode, but also talk about 14 shows that are going into previews this month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela talks all about this jukebox bio-musical featuring John Lennon. Theres some controversy, but it's a fun ride! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony delves into Jimmy Buffett's love of and for musical theatre. He loves it so much, he wanted to be a part of it, and now he is! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

The Beach Boys have a musical featuring their music, but maybe lacking in their incredible storytelling abilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

From ducking to diva, this musical tells the story of Donna Summer's final performance...her Last Dance you could say. See what I did there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela pick the brains of three of the creative team for the new documentary on HBO Max, called Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance. We learn the whys, and the hows from the people who were there! Uprooted Film Website: https://uprootedfilm.com/ Uprooted Film Social Media Pages: Instagram - @uprooted.film; Twitter - @uprooted_film Faceboo…

Please join us in celebrating the life and creations of Stephen Sondheim. He's an incredible talent, who has inspired so many, and will continue to do so. Stephen Joshua Sondheim March 22, 1930 - November 26, 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

In this episode, Pamela and Ebony discuss the return of Broadway, what makes them apprehensive about their hope for change and what reinforces it. Cited articles include: https://www.cbs.com/shows/tony_awards/ Tony Awards: US TV audience slumps to all-time low Tonys Analysis: A Ceremony Better Late Than Never, But Still Too Late Belated, Bifurcated…

Pamela explains to Ebony the backstory of Ghost the musical, adapted from the Academy Award winning film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

We're doing another musical for you Rentheads. Adam Pascal is our focus for this musical which came from the wonderful mind of Seth Rudetsky. Since the second season of Smash provided us with more Rent references than we ever needed, we thought we'd give you a more fun reference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

We're doing a throwback for you Rentheads. Anthony Rapp's first musical, "The Little Prince". Since the second season of Smash provided us with more Rent references than we ever needed, we thought we'd give you one you didn't know you needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Ebony and Pamela discuss the Smash Big Finish and how they feel about those final shots of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela discuss Episode 16 of Smash Season 2 and the Tony nominations for Bombshell and Hitlist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela discuss Episode 15 of Smash Season 2 and their feelings on nearing the end of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela discuss episode 14 of Smash Season 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss the episode of Smash with the most dramatic ending. And more on how that one musical, you know the one, looms large over this Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela discuss the episode of Smash NBC wherein Jimmy flies off the handle....again. And revel in the beautiful sounds of Leslie Odom Jr's voice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Cast member Charlotte O'Rouke, Writer Alexander S Bermange and Director/Choreographer Chris Whittacker discuss I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical and its road for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to the Kings Head Theater. The production is available to view on demand at https://kingsheadtheatre.com/whats-on/i-wish-my-life-were-like-a-musical until Ma…

Ebony and Pamela sit down with book author Mark Robinson to talk about their favorite musical misfires. Parade, Sweet Smell of Success, Shuffle Along (2016) & The Scottsboro Boys to name a few. You can check out Mark's upcoming book details, articles and previous books here on his website - http://www.markrobinsonwrites.com/ Learn more about your a…

Pamela and Ebony discuss abuse of power and why they believe in the power of the people. We also list names of visionary leaders that we want everyone to check out and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss "The Dress Rehearsal" episode of Smash where mistakes turn into major career choices. Ivy accidentally....at first disrobes, Tom struggles to lead and Derek continues to be terrible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Ebony and Pamela discuss the conflicts and misunderstandings that take place on "The Parents" episode of Smash. As usual, parents try to speak sense to their children and the children don't listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss "The Surprise Party" episode of Smash where people try to act professional but miss the boat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

In this episode Pamela and Ebony talk about how much the men of Smash get on their nerves...again. And why everyone should "Merman it up!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

In this episode Pamela and Ebony discuss the Bombshell/Hit List differences in bells & whistles from Off-Broadway to Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss Megan Hilty killing it and Katherine McPhee following the work that spoke to her, but also the horrific wig Derek gave her in a vision and why men's egos ruin the party...again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss Sean Hayes' character and how one man can bring down a whole show on stage or behind it if they let their egos run wild enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Pamela and Ebony discuss the next phase of the new musical, Hit List and why Jerry doesn't understand empathy or love. The girls get feisty as usual and have strong feelings about the implausibility of the JHud concert at the end of the episode. But also acknowledging that Jennifer Hudson is a QUEEN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…

Pamela and Ebony discuss how Hit List got its name and if Smash Season 2 showrunner Joshua Safran went overboard with the Rent references. Spoiler Alert: He definitely did! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network

Jimmy doesn't want anyone to listen to the musical he wrote with Kyle and we're kind of sick of being beat over the head with the Derekness and Rentness of it all on this episode of Smash Season 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBởi Broadway Podcast Network