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  • Cut Loose! With Ali Stroker and Stacy Davidowitz

    Cut Loose! With Ali Stroker and Stacy Davidowitz
    2025/03/31
    In Episode 33, before diving into the main topic, Mark-Eugene shares his excitement with David about finally fulfilling his dream of meeting Laura Linney. The conversation then shifts to A Chance to Fly and Cut Loose, the inspiring books by Tony winner Ali Stroker and Stacy Davidowitz. Later, the author duo joins the discussion, offering insight into their creative process and the experience of collaborating on these stories. To wrap up, Mark-Eugene and David tease the next episode, promising plenty of behind-the-scenes stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 10 分
  • In Conversation. Joshua Harmon and Rajiv Joseph

    In Conversation. Joshua Harmon and Rajiv Joseph
    2025/03/21
    In Episode 32, David and Mark-Eugene dive into their favorite works by playwrights Joshua Harmon and Rajiv Joseph. Later, guest moderator Samantha Tuozzolo (Survival Jobs Podcast) hosts a special behind-the-scenes discussion, presented by Manhattan Theatre Club (MTC) and the Drama Book Shop. Harmon and Joseph share insights into their creative process, their relationship with MTC, and how real-life events shape their storytelling. They also reflect on the excitement of having both of their shows running simultaneously at City Center. To close the episode, David and Mark-Eugene tease what’s coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 11 分
  • Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out- With Jennifer Ashley Tepper

    Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out- With Jennifer Ashley Tepper
    2025/03/19
    Mark-Eugene and David celebrate women in musical theatre, sharing their favorite writers and their impact. Later, David chats with Jennifer Ashley Tepper—acclaimed theatre historian, producer, and author—about her upcoming book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy That The History Books Left Out. Tepper, known for her work at 54 Below and productions like Be More Chill, highlights over 300 women who shaped Broadway, from Tin Pan Alley pioneers to today’s trailblazers. She shares stories of icons like Betty Comden and Jeanine Tesori, as well as lesser-known but groundbreaking figures. Plus, Mark-Eugene and David tease an exciting partnership with Manhattan Theatre Club in the next episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 8 分
  • Diva: Live From Hell!- With Nora Brigid Monahan, Alexander Sage Oyen, and Charles Kirsch

    Diva: Live From Hell!- With Nora Brigid Monahan, Alexander Sage Oyen, and Charles Kirsch
    2025/03/17
    In Episode 30, David and Mark-Eugene celebrate the incredible playwright—and their colleague—Nora Brigid Monahan. Later, Monahan and composer Alexander Sage Oyen join moderator Charles Kirsch to discuss DIVA: LIVE FROM HELL! and perform selections from the show. "DIVA: LIVE FROM HELL" tells the story of Desmond Channing, a dethroned high school Drama Club president, as he spirals into insanity and seeks revenge on his teen nemesis, Evan Harris. Set in the Seventh Circle, Hell's most squalid cabaret venue, Desmond must reenact the cursed events and play all the parts as his punishment. To wrap up, David and Mark-Eugene tease the next episode, which spotlights women writing musicals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Right This Way: A History of The Audience with Robert Viagas and Jay Michaels

    Right This Way: A History of The Audience with Robert Viagas and Jay Michaels
    2025/03/14
    In Episode 29, David and Mark-Eugene explore the vital role audiences play in theatre, and also bring up some ghost stories from the Drama Book Shop. Later, author Robert Viagas and moderator Jay Michaels join the conversation to discuss Right This Way: A History of the Audience, a fascinating look at how audiences have evolved—from ancient colosseums to the digital age—spanning arts, genres, and eras. The episode wraps up with a tease for the next guest: a talented playwright who also happens to be a beloved Drama Book Shop employee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 23 分
  • Dig/ I Need That- Two Plays By Theresa Rebeck

    Dig/ I Need That- Two Plays By Theresa Rebeck
    2025/03/12
    In Episode 28, David and Mark-Eugene discuss the world of publishing and the unique feeling of truly finishing a show. Later, they welcome the brilliant Theresa Rebeck, who shares insights from her extraordinary and diverse writing career, filled with fascinating stories. To close the episode, David and Mark-Eugene tease the next installment—one that’s all about you, the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間 1 分
  • Normal Broken: The Grief Companion For When its Time To Heal But You're Not Sure If You Want To

    Normal Broken: The Grief Companion For When its Time To Heal But You're Not Sure If You Want To
    2025/03/10
    Episode 27 takes a thoughtful departure from the usual theatre discussions as Mark-Eugene and David explore Normal Broken: The Grief Companion for When It’s Time to Heal but You’re Not Sure You Want To by Kelly Cervantes, delving into its profound perspective on navigating grief. Later, Kelly Cervantes and Broadway’s Miguel Cervantes (Hamilton) join the conversation, sharing their personal journey through loss and healing. Together, they guide the audience through an intimate, moving discussion, creating a space for reflection, understanding, and connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 分
  • Our Lady of Perpetual Donuts with Jordan Beswick and Amelia Campbell

    Our Lady of Perpetual Donuts with Jordan Beswick and Amelia Campbell
    2025/03/05
    In Episode 26, David and Mark-Eugene dive into the beauty of storytelling’s messiness, moving beyond simple notions of good vs. bad or right vs. wrong to explore the rich nuances of people and their stories. Later, they welcome playwright Jordan Beswick and actress Amelia Campbell to discuss Our Lady of Perpetual Donuts, a one-woman show inspired by a real person—complete with live excerpts from the piece. The episode wraps up with Mark-Eugene and David teasing the next installment, a slight departure from their usual theatrical discussions but still deeply connected to the world of theatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 時間