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Thursday, February 25, 2021 @ 6pm EST

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VIRTUAL MURDER MYSTERY: LETHAL LASAGNA
Zoom in to a killer event that is to die for… Old-fashioned fun, with a new twist, abounds with this memorable event of cold-blooded murderous mayhem. Our Virtual Mysteries provide a one-of-a-kind online experience where you will interact with live suspects, hoping to successfully solve the crime. The suspense begins as you enter the virtual scene where the murder has occurred. Soon after, our Host takes to the mic and prepares everyone with formal introductions of the guests and suspects. As the event progresses, the diabolical plot thickens. Shameful secrets and motives emerge; ominous red herrings confound, and no one will be above suspicion. Bring your friends. Bring your munchies and morsels. And most importantly, bring your alibis. [post_title] => CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY 2-25-21 [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => cleveland-state-university-2-25-21 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2021-02-09 01:47:05 [post_modified_gmt] => 2021-02-09 06:47:05 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=379251 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [1] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 379179 [post_author] => 3360 [post_date] => 2020-12-28 23:15:03 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-12-29 04:15:03 [post_content] =>Hawai'i Pacific University 1/9
Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021
7pm HST

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VIRTUAL MURDER MYSTERY: LETHAL LASAGNA
Zoom in to a killer event that is to die for…
Old-fashioned fun, with a new twist, abounds with this memorable event of cold-blooded murderous mayhem. Our Virtual Mysteries provide a one-of-a-kind online experience where you will interact with live suspects, hoping to successfully solve the crime.
The suspense begins as you enter the virtual scene where the murder has occurred. Soon after, our Host takes to the mic and prepares everyone with formal introductions of the guests and suspects.
As the event progresses, the diabolical plot thickens. Shameful secrets and motives emerge; ominous red herrings confound, and no one will be above suspicion.
Bring your friends. Bring your munchies and morsels. And most importantly, bring your alibis.
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Wednesday, December 2, 2020 @ 7:00pm EST

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VIRTUAL MURDER MYSTERY: LETHAL LASAGNA
Zoom in to a killer event that is to die for… Old-fashioned fun, with a new twist, abounds with this memorable event of cold-blooded murderous mayhem. Our Virtual Mysteries provide a one-of-a-kind online experience where you will interact with live suspects, hoping to successfully solve the crime. The suspense begins as you enter the virtual scene where the murder has occurred. Soon after, our Host takes to the mic and prepares everyone with formal introductions of the guests and suspects. As the event progresses, the diabolical plot thickens. Shameful secrets and motives emerge; ominous red herrings confound, and no one will be above suspicion. Bring your friends. Bring your munchies and morsels. And most importantly, bring your alibis. [post_title] => Rhode Island College 12/2 [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => rhode-island-college-12-2 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2020-11-28 02:43:46 [post_modified_gmt] => 2020-11-28 07:43:46 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=379165 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 1 [filter] => raw ) [3] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 379140 [post_author] => 3360 [post_date] => 2020-11-24 21:21:18 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-11-25 02:21:18 [post_content] => https://vimeo.com/463529112Introducing The Faerie Forest Cottage at The Roxbury at Stratton Falls. One of 43 rooms, suites, and cottages spanning two different locations two miles down the road from each other in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Reconnect with your sense of magic, pretend, and wonder this winter. [post_title] => Welcome to The Faerie Forest! [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => welcome-to-the-faerie-forest [to_ping] => [pinged] => https://vimeo.com/463529112 [post_modified] => 2020-11-25 04:18:35 [post_modified_gmt] => 2020-11-25 09:18:35 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/welcome-to-the-faerie-forest/ [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [4] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 371647 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2020-08-30 12:21:30 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-08-30 16:21:30 [post_content] =>
Which role would you rather?
[post_title] => Would You Rather: Broadway Dream Role Edition – Volume 4 [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => would-you-rather-broadway-dream-role-edition-volume-4 [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2020-08-30 12:22:47 [post_modified_gmt] => 2020-08-30 16:22:47 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?post_type=snax_poll&p=371647 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => snax_poll [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [5] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 378539 [post_author] => 3285 [post_date] => 2020-03-03 18:17:24 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-03-03 23:17:24 [post_content] => It’s nearly been a year since we said goodbye to Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Rachel Bloom gave a musical lover everything in that show: comedy, hilarious original songs and characters to fall in love with (Team Greg all the way!). As we mourn the loss of Rebecca Bunch from our lives, NBC has brought us a new musical show to get sucked into. What’s it all about? Well if you haven’t yet had the chance to watch the first four episodes, here is all you need to know: The show is about a young woman called Zoey, played by Jane Levy (Suburgatory and Don’t Breathe). After undertaking an MRI scan, Zoey discovers that she has the ability to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and musical numbers. The first number that Zoey hears is a huge chorus number of Help! By the Beatles. With her new powers, she discovers her best friend Max, played by Pitch Perfect’s Skylar Astin, is in love with her through hilarious covers of Sucker and I Think I Love You in the first two episodes. There is a real sentimental side to Zoey’s new power in her relationship with her father. He is suffering from a disease known as progressive supranuclear palsy where he has lost the ability to move and speak. Zoey discovers that she is able to reconnect with her father through her new ability which is shown with an emotional rendition of Cyndi Lauper’s True Colors in the Pilot. This show is hilarious and will keep you laughing throughout but it also holds some incredibly emotional and raw scenes as Zoey discovers her power is more of a gift to help others than an annoyance. If that’s not enough to persuade you, the star-studded cast also includes Alex Newell (Glee, Once on this Island Broadway), John Clarence Stewart (LUKE CAGE, The Good Fight), Lauren Graham (Gilmore Girls) and Peter Gallagher (The OC, Burlesque). We have seen some great TV shows over the years for musical lovers to obsess over from Smash to Glee and more recently High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. So why not add another one to the list? A TV show where characters can sporadically burst into song at any minute? What isn’t there to love! If you are as much of a musical theatre nerd as I am, then this is the next bingeworthy show for you. Now go ahead already and click the link below to watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtwQmnKFl_Q [post_title] => Why Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is going to be every Theatre Nerd’s next bingeworthy show [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => why-zoeys-extraordinary-playlist-is-going-to-be-every-theatre-nerds-next-bingeworthy-show [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2020-03-03 18:17:25 [post_modified_gmt] => 2020-03-03 23:17:25 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=378539 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [6] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 378486 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2020-02-28 13:29:07 [post_date_gmt] => 2020-02-28 18:29:07 [post_content] =>There’s a new YouTube music channel that brings to life your favorite Broadway, movie, and TV show hit songs, and it’s a channel you’ll want to check out. In Real Life is a brand new channel that performs live-action versions of songs from Broadway and movies. Their first video, “Catwoman Sings “Macavity” from Cats” is the ultimate Cat Crossover Event: what if Catwoman sang “Macavity” from Cats, backed by her cat gang of professional dancers, on a rooftop, natch, in Gotham City?
https://youtu.be/5aensMSXjTYThe channel has big plans for what videos are coming next: a wide range of musical theatre and movie songs, including more crossovers and collaborations.
Best of all, this YouTube channel recruits (and pays) professional musical theatre performers to perform in their videos. To be considered for their next video, send an email to [email protected] for audition and submission information.
They also take song requests, so if there is a musical theatre song you are dying to see brought to life, let them know in the video comments. Subscribe, like, and share with your friends. If you hit the notification bell, you will be alerted when the next hit Broadway music video is out! And perhaps that video could even co-star you if you are a musical theatre performer!
[post_title] => The New YouTube Musical Theatre Channel You Need to Watch Now [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => the-new-youtube-musical-theatre-channel-you-need-to-watch-now [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2020-02-28 14:10:34 [post_modified_gmt] => 2020-02-28 19:10:34 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=378486 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [7] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 378087 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2019-11-17 09:56:16 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-11-17 14:56:16 [post_content] => Post by TN student contributor Nomy Lavrukov As a teen who’s been exposed to the theatre world since day one , I can tell you for a fact that my experiences with the theater, both as an audience member, and a performer, have enhanced my young life greatly. I have learned important lessons and developed skills that help me in everyday situations in my life. Even though at first I didn’t necessarily enjoy ballet, musicals, plays, and especially not operas, I’ve learned to both appreciate the performing arts and my parents for exposing me to these beautiful art forms. However, it seems that there are parents out there who are concerned about taking their children along for a night out at their local theatre. What if it’s boring? What if they don’t like it? What if it’s a waste of their studying time? From a kid to an adult, I’ll tell you that you are wasting your time with worrying. Sure, there are pros and cons, but I’ve discovered more pros than cons.Here are 10 reasons why children should be exposed & participate in theatre...
1. Theatre Teaches Us Important Lessons

2. We Can See That We're Not Alone

3. Theatre May Give Your child An Idea For Their Future

4. It’s A Healthy Escape From The Real World

5. Your child will develop an appreciation for the arts

6. It Promotes Many Life Skills

7. It Can Help Your Child "unplug" From Technology

8. Anyone Can Enjoy It

9. Performing Is Fun!

10. The Community Is Wonderful

Agree or disagree? Have another reason of your own? Leave a reply below...
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I was focusing on a Kevin J./Ali/Others in understudy rehearsal when our production stage manager told me that I was going on that night as Bob/Others. I knew Bob like the back of my hand but I was thankful for the review time in between understudy rehearsal and the actual debut. Due to my excitement I ran into and knocked over two chairs during my dialogue. The next night (I went on again) I made sure to avoid another collision. Another time was even more exciting. We were filming the show and it was only my third time on! Plus, Hillary, Bill, and Chelsea Clinton were all in the house. Nerve-racking for sure but compliments from Hilary after the show made it an unforgettable night.Hannah Shankman, Wicked

The first time as Elphaba was such a whirlwind. I am not usually a nervous person but the role is so iconic I felt the pressure. I saw Idina Menzel play the role when the show was in previews and had been dying to play Elphaba ever since. This show is a marathon so I just had to keep on going. When the curtain came down at the end I burst into tears. I was overwhelmed with emotion and so relieved that it hadn’t been an absolute disaster. I learned Elphaba with a dance captain and our production stage manager. Our production stage manager, Marybeth, is incredible with communicating intention, motivation, and helped us create characters that were fully realized. I had one put-in with understudies/swings in my costumes/makeup and the next time I was on. Getting ready was so easy because everyone does everything for you. The ‘green team’ is incredible. The Elphaba dresser, Kathy Mulle, is a super hero and was my saving grace. She provided water, throat drops, lozenges, and is basically the offstage Elphaba. Craig, our head of makeup was in charge of painting me green, which took him about 25 minutes. MK, our hair supervisor did my pin curls and wig while I warmed up and got in the zone. I usually did a seven-minute warm-up an hour before the show. Then after I was done getting ready and painted I did a few more warm-ups before I went on stage. I was in the ensemble every night but only got two hours notice when I went on for Elphaba. That was a massive gearshift from whatever I was doing that day. I went on infrequently but cherished every time I got to play Elphaba. Her message is timeless.John Rapson, Sweeney Todd

I’ve replaced in a couple of situations but going into Sweeney Todd was far and away the smoothest process I had. Five of us went into the show at the same time, and given the fact that there were only eight actors in the company the creative team looked at the show again and gave us a four week rehearsal process, which is rare and very generous. We saw the show from every angle, working with our magnificent swings and understudies as well as the returning cast. By the time the five of us went on as replacements and ‘opened,’ I felt fully integrated into the company.Stephanie Gibson, Happy (Syfy)

Two seasons ago, I played the role of Cherry Sunday in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I was in the ensemble every night and covered Mrs. Bucket. Cherry was the crazy news reporter who announced the golden ticket winners. A true ding-dong sitcom role and I had a blast. It was lovely going on for Mrs. Bucket for the first time because she is the polar opposite of Cherry Sunday, which kept things interesting and exciting. My scenes as Mrs. Bucket were with the precious little boys playing Charlie and his grandparents so it was a delight to sing, interact, and be a part of their story. In 2015, I replaced in Cinderella, taking over for Marla Mindelle in the role of the stepsister, Gabrielle. I went into my track at the same time as Carly Rae Jepsen. Ann Harada became my sister, Fran Drescher became my mom, Todd Buonopane played my boyfriend, and Joe Carroll played the Prince. It was such a thrill to rehearse with these actors and find our own special chemistry. It was a truly gorgeous production and I was so grateful to have that experience.[post_title] => Waiting In The Wings: The Life of An Understudy, Swing, Standby or Replacement [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => waiting-in-the-wings-the-life-of-an-understudy-swing-standby-or-replacement [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-09-23 16:39:04 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-09-23 20:39:04 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=377290 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [12] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 374740 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-09-13 13:13:53 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-09-13 17:13:53 [post_content] => Gather round, television gurus... Emmy season is upon us! Our favorite glitzy, glamorous night of TV will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 7PM CT on Fox as the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards determine this year's best series and actors. See how your opinions match up with the rest of the Theatre Nerds community and take our Emmy-inspired poll: [post_title] => Poll: Which Emmy-Nominated TV Show Would You Put Onstage? [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => poll-which-emmy-nominated-tv-show-would-you-put-onstage [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-09-13 13:13:53 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-09-13 17:13:53 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?post_type=snax_poll&p=374740 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => snax_poll [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [13] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 374037 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-09-03 13:20:59 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-09-03 17:20:59 [post_content] => [post_title] => 'Six' Personality Quiz: Which Wife Of Henry VIII Are You? [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => six-personality-quiz-which-wife-of-henry-viii-are-you [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-09-03 13:20:59 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-09-03 17:20:59 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?post_type=snax_quiz&p=374037 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => snax_quiz [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [14] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 370973 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-09-03 13:16:35 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-09-03 17:16:35 [post_content] => If you’re still suffering from those pesky post-holiday blues, it might be time to start planning a future vacation. Whether you’re itching to visit a sandy beach, a lush mountain range, or a bustling metropolis, adding a dash of theatre into your getaway can make a trip even more memorable.
Pack your suitcase! Here are 11 dream vacations that will entice the theatre nerd at heart:
1. Salzburg, Austria

The hills of Salzburg are definitely alive with the sound of music - which is exactly why they were used for the set of the beloved film about Maria and the von Trapp family. If you’re a movie buff with a soft spot for this classic story, twirl and frolic through the rolling hills of Salzburg.
2. Stratford-upon-Avon, England

3. West End of London, England

4. Athens, Greece

5. Tokyo, Japan

6. Edinburgh, Scotland

1. “Six” - Six
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMO0_DLhgps&list=PLCOOUY9uAnn82EnBxCXpN6uF9pYVTvBqQ&index=10&t=0s[/embed] Treat yourself like the QUEEN you are! The finale of “Six”, the acclaimed pop-concert musical coming to Broadway in 2020, allows the infamous six wives of Henry VIII to “rewrite” their history, giving themselves the happy endings they deserve.2. "The Schuyler Sisters" - Hamilton
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOrpD4wrFkg[/embed] Grab two of your best girls and jam with this fierce trio of ladies. These sisters are sure to *revolutionize* your day for the better. WORK!3. “I’m Here” - The Color Purple
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-aAn2u5Pr4[/embed] In this beloved musical, a young woman endures tragedy but prevails in finding her true self and offering some of the most empowering lyrics to date: “I believe I have inside of me everything that I need to live a bountiful life, and all the love alive in me, I'll stand as tall as the tallest tree.”4. “Defying Gravity” - Wicked
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glsmLGpqMzA[/embed] Whether you’re an Elphaba or a Glinda, it’s time to trust your instincts, close your eyes, and make that leap towards whatever goal you’ve been wanting to achieve. This inspiring song will help… You are unlimited!5. “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” - Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3SbHGMaj74[/embed] We hear you, Carole, we hear you.6. “Dancing Queen” - Mamma Mia!
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1EdpsxAKcM[/embed] Is there a better way to start your day? Or end your day? Or to have a mid-day dance party? Whether you’re jamming solo style in your bedroom or getting ready for a night out on the town with girlfriends, this little ditty is just the one for you.7. “The Lioness Hunt” - The Lion King
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVw3jDhWF8E[/embed] Claws out, ladies. This understated choral number from the ‘The Lion King’ Broadway musical is a beautiful tribute to the fierce lionesses of Pride Rock. And it’s awesome.8. “Cell Block Tango” - Chicago
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0c2bKZMxEQg[/embed] Pop! Six! Squish! This one is for that dude who wronged you… ;)9. “A Soft Place To Land” - Waitress
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9pFS1zRxmI[/embed] Sometimes sugar, butter, flour and the soundtrack of ‘Waitress’ is all you need. This modern musical is chock full of powerhouse-lady musical numbers but this particular gem is a favorite of ours. It’s the perfect add to your playlist, especially when you’re seeking relaxation vibes.10. “I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair” - South Pacific
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zzu8ZxBHMWk[/embed] This is our total breakup aesthetic, just saying…11. “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” - Dreamgirls
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvFh6sBUIeA[/embed] Maybe you’re not going on that date you’re dreading. Maybe you’re not going to work today. Maybe you’re not going to leave your bed this entire weekend. Wherever you’re not going, YOU GOT THIS! (But for real, this is an amazing song. Take a listen.)12. “Don’t Rain On My Parade” - Funny Girl
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Yfh_CpA9Sk[/embed] What better way to end the Ultimate Girl-Power Broadway Musical Playlist than with Babs? Perhaps one of the greatest hits from the iconic musical ‘Funny Girl’, this song is a belt-worthy tune all about shutting out the haters and living your very best life. As Barbra would say, “Life's candy and the sun's a ball of butter. Don’t bring around a cloud to rain on my parade!”Have a show tune you would add to this playlist? Share it with us in the comments below!
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1. “I Don’t Remember Anything At All” – 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZheiUsQf5WQ[/embed] It’s our favorite cut moment of the bee! William Finn gifted us so much character-driven music in this colorful show that it’s hard to imagine more. Long before Broadway, Ms. Rona Lisa Peretti had a ballad smack dab in the middle of the show, belting out her glory days at the bee. Not to mention, you should jump at any chance to listen to Lisa Howard’s otherworldly vocals.2. “The Clouds Will Drift Away” – SPRING AWAKENING
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPrSp36Hr5s[/embed] This song existed in the original demo recording of Spring Awakening, which was performed by Duncan Sheik. It was later replaced with the haunting "Those You've Known". Here’s the full demos and cut songs playlist.3.“Beacon of Positivity” – LEGALLY BLONDE
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGYQsHrVsXs[/embed] This is the original seed that eventually grew up into “Positive.” While we love the way things wound up, there’s something catchy and inspiring about this rough repetitive tune. It’s especially worth listening to for the booming ending!4. “Costco” – NEXT TO NORMAL
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8Ckxnu0cuA[/embed] It’s hard to picture any other music existing in this breathtaking Pulitzer Prize winning dram-sical, especially a song about Costco. And yet, a frenzied ode to the wholesale store was in the tracklist shopping cart straight up until its Broadway checkout. Thank the Youtube Gods that you can still see Alice Ripley slaying the number Off-Broadway.5. “Family Home Evening” – THE BOOK OF MORMON
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txG99YiQcNk[/embed] This tickling demo, sung by none other than Trey Parker, gives us a cute look into the Mormons “home” life. Crank it up if you’re a BOM fan in search of more laughs!6.“The Truth About the Moon” – NEWSIES
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlzBcBkTEM4[/embed] What a title, eh? Compared to many of Alan Menken’s magnificently fashioned songs, we understand why this one didn’t make the cut. It doesn’t totally seem necessary as it heavily relies on the show’s main anthem “Santa Fe.” However, it’s still a beautiful song and worth the listen!7. “Word You Never Heard” – SOMETHNG ROTTEN!
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ll39ftQs4Gc[/embed] So many “rotten” tomatoes were tossed out of this musical comedy that there could be a whole alternative show – oh wait, there is! Something Really Rotten was presented at the glorious sub Broadway hub 54 Below, showcasing all of the songs that did not make the cut from this quirky Shakespearean world. “Word You Never Heard” was hilariously performed by Christian Borle, who won a Tony for his performance as Will Shakes. Another recommendation is the beautiful “Lovely Love,” which almost made it into the Broadway run.8.“Congratulations” – HAMILTON
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tkzm3nqrlQ8&feature=youtu.be[/embed] This Lin-Manuel Miranda piece is especially exciting for the Angelica stans out there. “Congratulations” puts our pink-dressed Schuyler sister in a fiery spotlight as she strongly scolds Alexander Hamilton for writing The Reynolds Pamphlet. As many faniltons will tell you, a small slice of this still exists in the blockbuster hit’s song “The Reynolds Pamphlet” today.9. "In The Bedroom Down The Hall" - DEAR EVAN HANSEN
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvf1ETgCMN4&feature=youtu.be[/embed] WARNING: Get ready to feel all the feels. Just in case the original DEH soundtrack doesn’t well your eyes with enough tears, the team has released several cut songs from their award-winning show. Oscar and Tony Award-winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul’s provide particular insight into our map seeking mammas with “In The Bedroom Down The Hall.” This cements yet another reason for seeking out deleted material – you get to know the characters better! Check out this playlist for more cut songs. Sincerely, Theatre Nerds.10. “Down at the Diner” – WAITRESS THE MUSICAL
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDhQKOriMPg[/embed] To end this listicle on the same sugary note we started, here’s a sweet cut confection from the musical, 'Waitress'. “Down at the Diner” was originally the show’s opening number, welcoming audiences into Joe’s Pie Diner with that signature Sara country twang we all love.BONUS: “Someone Gets Hurt” (Original) – MEAN GIRLS
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=So7lysKjQ20[/embed] While the current “Someone Gets Hurt” is a fetch dream, we think this original iteration is also, like, really pretty and wanted to include it here. It lives more in the film version of the story, but is chock full of LOL instances that have Tina Fey’s humor permenant-markered all over them. [post_title] => 10 Songs Cut From Contemporary Broadway Musicals That We Can’t Stop Listening To [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => 10-songs-cut-from-contemporary-broadway-musicals-that-we-can-t-stop-listening-to [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-08-27 08:17:12 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-08-27 12:17:12 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=373819 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 1 [filter] => raw ) [19] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 373669 [post_author] => 1294 [post_date] => 2019-08-27 08:05:44 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-08-27 12:05:44 [post_content] => [post_title] => Every Musical 2019-2020 season [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => every-musical-2019-2020-season [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-08-27 18:00:36 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-08-27 22:00:36 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=373669 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [20] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 373798 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-08-27 07:59:32 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-08-27 11:59:32 [post_content] => A few years back, we learned that musicals and history make a good match (thanks to a little musical called ‘Hamilton’). Now, theatre is being graced with a new musical-history beast in the form of ‘Six’, the British Olivier-award nominee that will be making its way to Broadway next year opening March 12 at the Brooks Atkinson Theater. The pop concert musical centers around the six wives of King Henry VIII, most known for their gruesome short-lived marriages. This time around, audiences experience history in a new way: through the lens of each respective queen who retells her story in true pop-diva fashion. The result? A captivating, empowering musical experience that will have you rocking out the entire time.Don't lose ur head! Get down with these important tidbits about 'Six'...
1. You’ve probably heard of King Henry’s ex-wives.
The ladies of King Henry’s court have long been adapted to both literature and Hollywood. Fictional versions such as ‘The Other Boleyn Girl’, ‘The Tudors’ and ‘Wolf Hall’ have introduced modern generations to names like Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour -- two of the women we see featured in ‘Six’. The show also sheds light on the lesser-known queens, Catherine of Aragon, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Henry’s final and surviving wife, Catherine Parr.
2. It’s a true concert experience.
Don’t expect to be sitting in your seat by the end of this show...in fact, rising and rocking out is encouraged during the final musical performance. The cast is small (including only the six featured cast members, plus a live all-female band) and the stage itself is of pop concert caliber. Each woman brings a different style of music to the table, subtly influenced by famous pop artists. Catherine of Aragon and Anna of Cleves both seem to channel their inner Beyoncé (albeit different musical styles from the artist), Jane Seymour belts a heartfelt ballad, and Katherine Howard brings Ariana Grande vibes.3. It’s got a modern touch.
In this musical, Anne Boleyn uses lingo like “LOL” and Anna of Cleves sings about her profile picture (a.k.a her painted portrait). Need we say more?4. It has a royally successful future ahead.
‘Six’ first made its debut at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2017 and went on to open Off-West End at the Arts Theatre. Subsequently, its success made way for a UK tour, followed by a recent production in the US at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre (where it's set to play again in 2020). Along with the Chicago production, the show is set to head to Sydney for its Australian premiere and, of course, to Broadway in the coming year.
5. There is serious girl power.
In the words of the Ex-Wives, they are “Divorced. Beheaded. Died. Divorced. Beheaded. Survived.” In this unconventional retelling of the women known only for being married to a violent king, audiences are introduced to six powerful women, each with more to their story than presented in history books. This tale of empowering Tudor ladies is enough to make anyone say “YAS QUEEN.” Broadway preview performances of ‘Six’ will begin Feb. 13, 2020 and open officially at the Brooks Atkinson Theater on March 12, 2020. [post_title] => YAS QUEEN! ‘Six’ Is Coming To Broadway And Here’s Everything You Need To Know [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => yas-queen-six-is-coming-to-broadway-and-heres-everything-you-need-to-know [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-08-27 07:59:32 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-08-27 11:59:32 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=373798 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [21] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 373908 [post_author] => 1 [post_date] => 2019-08-19 08:06:28 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-08-19 12:06:28 [post_content] =>
Here are five Emmy-nominated television shows that are finding success from theatrical choices:
1. 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' 
Creator of the now beloved 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel', Amy Sherman-Palladino, and her husband and co-showrunner of the show, Dan Palladino, are loud and proud theatre nerds. Theatre is an obvious passion of theirs without the need to read a single interview though, their work on 'Maisel' and their first hit, 'Gilmore Girls', scream theatre from the dialogue to costumes to heart-racing one shot takes. There aren’t many scenes in 'Maisel' that couldn’t translate to the stage flawlessly, but perhaps it would just be too easy for Sherman-Palladino? Each season of 'Maisel' has enough dialogue to be one day-long play so long as the actors keep up the super-speedy speech required, if talking at a normal pace it’d probably be a two-day event. The volume of material alone is shocking, but for each scene to keep its entertainment value, a gorgeous and accurate aesthetic, honest characters, and meaningful relationship dynamics, 'Maisel' is modern epic.
2. 'Fosse/Verdon'

3. 'Fleabag'

4. 'Killing Eve'

5. 'The Act'

BONUS: 'Game of Thrones'

Next time you’re feeling blue, belt one of these show tunes to brighten your mood:
1. “Don’t Rain On My Parade” (‘Funny Girl’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Yfh_CpA9Sk[/embed] Don't tell me not to live Just sit and putter Life's candy and the sun's A ball of butter Don't bring around a cloud To rain on my parade2. “I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out Of My Hair” (‘South Pacific’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zzu8ZxBHMWk[/embed] Wash him out, dry him out! Push him out, fly him out! Cancel him and let him go (yeah, sister!)3. “One Day More” (‘Les Misérables’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydpmzU_i2hg[/embed] Tomorrow we'll discover What our God in Heaven has in store One more dawn One more day One day more4. “Dancing Through Life” (‘Wicked’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3zH5wIlMTk[/embed] Dancing through life Mindless and careless Make sure you're where less Trouble in life Woes are fleeting Blows are glancing When you're dancing Through life5. “I Have Confidence” (‘The Sound Of Music’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJYz8pyXOG4[/embed] I must dream of the things I am seeking, I am seeking the courage I lack The courage to serve them with reliance Face my mistakes without defiance Show them I'm worthy And while I show them I'll show me!6. “Wait For It” (‘Hamilton’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulsLI029rH0[/embed] I am the one thing in life I can control I am inimitable I am an original I'm not falling behind or running late I'm not standing still I am lying in wait7. “You Will Be Found” (‘Dear Evan Hansen’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSfH2AuhXfw[/embed] So let the sun come streaming in 'Cause you’ll reach up and you’ll rise again Lift your head and look around You will be found8. “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” (‘Gypsy’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXl10a9gJwA[/embed] Well, someone tell me, when is it my turn? Don't I get a dream for myself? Starting now it's gonna be my turn Gangway, world, get off of my runway! Starting now I bat a thousand! This time, boys, I'm taking the bows and Everything's coming up Rose!9. “Tomorrow” (‘Annie’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yop62wQH498[/embed] The sun'll come out Tomorrow Bet your bottom dollar That tomorrow There'll be sun!10. “I Got The Sun In The Morning” (‘Annie Get Your Gun’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwDy-XmfwzQ[/embed] Got no mansion, got no yacht, Still I'm happy with what I've got; I've got the sun in the morning and the moon at night.11. “Put On A Happy Face” (‘Bye Bye Birdie’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_CE7GqqrvY[/embed] Gray skies are gonna clear up, Put on a happy face; Brush off the clouds and cheer up, Put on a happy face.12. “Seize The Day” (‘Newsies’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMi8pjRg6YY[/embed] Now is the time to seize the day They're gonna see there's hell to pay Nothing can break us No one can make us quit before we're done One for all and all for one!13. “Non-Stop” (‘Hamilton’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPgE7PNzXag[/embed] Why do you write like you’re running out of time? Write day and night like you’re running out of time? Ev’ry day you fight, like you’re running out of time Keep on fighting In the meantime Non-stop14. “I Believe” (‘The Book Of Mormon’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVJgmp2Tc2s[/embed] And now I can feel the excitement, this is the moment I was born to do And I feel so incredible to be sharing my faith with you15. “Defying Gravity” (‘Wicked’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glsmLGpqMzA[/embed] So if you care to find me Look to the western sky As someone told me lately "Ev'ryone deserves the chance to fly"16. “Dancing Queen” (‘Mamma Mia!’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDgFU-MQCHY[/embed] You can dance You can jive Having the time of your life!17. “You Can’t Stop The Beat” (‘Hairspray’)
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K54VMAmjNSk[/embed] 'Cause you cant stop the motion of the ocean Or the sun in the sky You can wonder if you wanna, but I never ask why And if you try to hold me down I'm gonna spit in your eye and say That you can't stop the beat!Do you have another show tune that never fails to cheer you up? Share it in the comments below!
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[post_title] => Dream Casting Poll: Who Would Star In 'Game Of Thrones' The Musical? [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => dream-casting-poll-who-would-star-in-game-of-thrones-the-musical [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-05-19 12:33:32 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-05-19 16:33:32 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?post_type=snax_poll&p=371539 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => snax_poll [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [27] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 372192 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-05-13 10:38:01 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-05-13 14:38:01 [post_content] =>What do you get when you mix theatre and a bunch of cats? Well, probably the musical 'Cats', but also the mysterious and adorable underworld of theatre-themed kitty memes. Thank you, Internet. Cuddle up with your favorite fluffy feline and take a look at these purrr-fect memes right MEOW!
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That mood when you’ve rehearsed the scene a thousand times.
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The Scottish Play has all of us in scaredy-cat mode.
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We’d see this production. Front row.
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Are you team Phantom of the Opurrra? Or team Rawr-oul?
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Because this list would not be complete without an actual ‘Cats’ musical cat meme!
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This list would also not be complete without a “Grumpy Cat” meme. Grumpy Cat dreamed a dream and it was probably a nightmare...
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Grumpy Cat has no time for glamour cats…
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He also has no time for happy endings...
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He’s basically just Javert in cat form...
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We’d love any of these fluffy furballs to be our right-hand man!
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Or should we say “Are you Aaron Burr, Purr?!”
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This one is a purr-sonal favorite: the life of a theatre nerd in a nutshell!
Have a favorite theatre-inspired cat meme? Share it with us in the comments below!
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“The color of the world is changing day by day.” - Enjolras (Red And Black)
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“To love another person is to see the face of God.” - Fantine & Jean Valjean (Epilogue)
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“Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” - Chorus (Epilogue)
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“At the end of the day you’re another day older, and that’s all you can say for the life of the poor.” - Chorus (At The End Of The Day)
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“I dreamed a dream in time gone by, when hope was high and life worth living. I dreamed that love would never die. I dreamed that God would be forgiving.” - Fantine (I Dreamed A Dream)
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“Red - the blood of angry men. Black - the dark of ages past. Red - a world about to dawn. Black - the night that ends at last!” - Enjolras (Red And Black)
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“The day begins and now let’s see what this new world will do for me.” - Jean Valjean (Overture)
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“I know a place where no one's lost. I know a place where no one cries. Crying at all is not allowed. Not in my castle on a cloud.” - Cosette (Castle On A Cloud)
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“Bring him peace, bring him joy. He is young, he is only a boy. You can take, you can give. Let him be, let him live. If I die, let me die. Let him live. Bring him home.” - Jean Valjean (Bring Him Home)
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“I love him but when the night is over he is gone, the river's just a river.” - Eponine (On My Own)
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“'Ow do you do? My name's Gavroche. These are my people, here's my patch. Not much to look at, nothing posh. Nothing that you'd call up to scratch.” - Gavroche (Look Down)
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“Nothing gets you nothing. Everything has got a little price!” - Thenardier (Master Of The House)
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“Oh, my friends! My friends, don’t ask me what your sacrifice was for! Empty chairs at empty tables, where my friends shall sing no more.” - Marius (Empty Chairs At Empty Tables)
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“Do you hear the people sing, singing the song of angry men? It is the music of a people who will not be slaves again. When the beating of your heart echoes the beating the beating of the drums, there is a life about to start when tomorrow comes!” - Enjolras & Company (Do You Hear The People Sing?)
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“Take my love, for love is everlasting.” - Fantine (Epilogue)
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“Who am I? 24601!” - Jean Valjean (Who Am I)
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“There's a new world for the winning. There's a new world to be won.” - Company (One Day More)
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“Yet why did I allow that man to touch my soul and teach me love? He treated me like any other, he gave me his trust, he called me brother.” - Jean Valjean (Valjean's Soliloquy)
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“Stars - In your multitudes, scarce to be counted, filling the darkness with order and light…” - Javert (Stars)
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“Beyond the barricade is there a world you long to see? Then join in the fight that will give you the right to be free!” - Company (Do You Hear The People Sing?)
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“And I am Javert! Do not forget my name…” - Javert (Work Song/Look Down)
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“Let the wine of friendship never run dry.” - Enjolras & Men (Drink With Me)
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“Shall I join my brothers there? When our ranks begin to form. Do I stay and do I dare? Will you take your place with me? The time is now, the day is here... One day more.” - Enjolras & Marius (One Day More)
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“A little fall of rain can hardly hurt me now. You're here, that's all I need to know. And you will keep me safe, and you will keep me close, and rain will make the flowers grow.” - Eponine (A Little Fall Of Rain)
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“A heart full of love. No fear, no regret.” - Cosette (A Heart Full Of Love)
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“On my own pretending he's beside me. All alone, I walk with him till morning.” - Eponine (On My Own)
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“Jean Valjean is nothing now, another story must begin!” - Jean Valjean (Valjean’s Soliloquy)
Want to share another quotable lyric from ‘Les Misérables’? Comment below...
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This song is Billy's answer to the question, "What does it feel like, when you are dancing?" He replies that dancing makes him feel like flying, like he’s lost himself and found himself in one motion, and like there are sparks inside him just beginning to burst him open. If you've ever had a deep passion for anything you love to do, especially performing arts-based, this song is sure to make you smile and feel all fuzzy inside. https://youtu.be/n1Q08xO7Zsg9. ‘Far From the Home I Love’ - ‘Fiddler on the Roof’
In this song, Tevya’s daughter, Hodel, sings him her struggle of loving Perchik and leaving her home. She loves her family, and once was perfectly happy to remain by them, but now that she is in love, she would go anywhere with Perchik, even Siberia. It’s a simple song, but one that especially hits hard if you’ve recently moved away from your own family. https://youtu.be/E3Pr-6Jfpvc8. ‘She Used To Be Mine’ - ‘Waitress’
In this stirring song, Jenna Hunterson laments losing her true self over the years. Her abusive husband Earl has just taken all the money she had hidden for her yet-to-be-born child, presumably to spend it on alcohol. She eventually concludes that her baby is reawakening a fire inside her, convincing her to fight for a better life for them both. It's a beautiful and sad tribute to our hero's past self and one that never fails to make me misty-eyed. https://youtu.be/DDDqIxGk9pg7. ‘You Will Be Found’ - Dear Evan Hansen
At the launch of The Connor Project, Evan Hansen gives a moving speech. Although this speech was based on Evan's made-up friendship with Connor, it still has a huge impact on people even outside of the show. With lines like, "Let that lonely feeling wash away; Maybe there's a reason to believe you'll be okay," and, "you'll reach up and you'll rise again," it's an emotional, uplifting piece about friends being there to help you through dark times. https://youtu.be/mSfH2AuhXfw6. ‘Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tell Your Story’ - ‘Hamilton’
After Alexander Hamilton's death, those who knew him gather in a finale to reminisce on their enemy, brother, and husband. They remind us of his genius, and that he didn't live long enough to tell his story. In the end, it's Eliza, his wife, who preserves his legacy. A notable emotional moment is when Eliza is talking about the children in her orphanage: "In their eyes I see you, Alexander." Tears. Every. Time. https://youtu.be/NrMkdZtqiVI5. ‘For Good’ - ‘Wicked’
The farewell scene between Elphaba and Glinda has always been a tear-jerker. The two witches sing about how each has changed the other for the better, and exchange apologies for their past disagreements. They then part ways, never to see each other again. Who knew one day I’d be crying over the “Wicked Witch of the West”? https://youtu.be/Y8YMfgu92hQ4. All of ‘Les Miserables’
“Les Miserables” is the perfect name for this sad novel-turned-musical. There is hardly a 15-minute span without death or other melancholy moment through the entire show. For example: "I Dreamed a Dream," "Fantine’s Death/Come to Me," "On My Own," "A Little Fall of Rain," "Empty Chairs at Empty Tables," ...you get it. If you're deep in your feels and craving a sung-through tragedy to cry/sing to, this is your show! https://youtu.be/Wtd4M5nEfsA3. ‘Finale’ - ‘The Phantom of the Opera’
In the finale of the longest-running Broadway musical, the Phantom realizes that he cannot force Christine to love him, so he sets her and Raoul free. Christine returns to give back a ring that the Phantom had placed on her finger. Overcome with emotion, the Phantom confesses his love for her as she rejoins Raoul. As he wails that the music of the night is over, he disappears, leaving only his mask. I may have listened to the cast album more times than I could count, but I break down every time at the finale! https://youtu.be/RHsKeYhwUwg2. ‘A Part of Us’ - ‘Once On This Island’
Mama Euralie, Tonton Julian, and Little Girl mourn Ti Moune, the little orphan girl from the tree. In the story told to the Little Girl, the gods rewarded Ti Moune for her love and perseverance by giving her a peaceful end and preserving her for all time as a boundary-breaking tree. Although I knew what to expect from this story, my heart broke and was healed in less than three minutes. https://youtu.be/wX8r--jpICU1. ‘I’ll Cover You (Reprise)’ - ‘Rent’
The musical "Rent" is laden with emotion, but this song especially gets me into tears. During Angel's funeral, Collins brings back the song "I'll Cover You" with heart-wrenching anguish, promising Angel that he will love him even in death, for "all my life." BRB, sobbing. https://youtu.be/W_5mhPxVfckDid we make you cry? Did we miss a musical moment that gave you feels? Let us know which one in the comments below...
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2. Best Musical: “Two Gentlemen of Verona” vs. “Follies”, 1972

3. Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical: Idina Menzel vs. Tonya Pinkins, 2004

4. Best Musical: “Wicked” vs. “Avenue Q”, 2004

NOTE: Didn’t see your favorite listed here? Please stay tuned! This is a continuing series and more Tony Awards Upsets are on the way.
[post_title] => And The Winner ISN'T: The Biggest Tony Awards Upsets In History (PART ONE) [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => and-the-winner-isnt-the-biggest-tony-awards-upsets-in-history-part-one [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2019-04-15 13:12:25 [post_modified_gmt] => 2019-04-15 17:12:25 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://theatrenerds.com/?p=372652 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw ) [34] => WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 372256 [post_author] => 11 [post_date] => 2019-04-10 08:44:01 [post_date_gmt] => 2019-04-10 12:44:01 [post_content] => Cue those seventy-six trombones because ‘The Music Man’ has found its star-studded Broadway revival. Set to open officially on October 22, 2020, the production will star Hugh Jackman as the iconic Professor Harold Hill opposite Sutton Foster as Marion Paroo. Is there a better duo to take on the song, dance and witty banter of a con-man and rule-following librarian? We think not.As we await the anticipated Broadway revival, we’re reminiscing over these six reasons to love ‘The Music Man’:
1. It was adapted into an iconic movie.
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Bringing Broadway to the big screen is hard and many movie musicals undergo brutal scrutiny. After debuting onstage in 1957, ‘The Music Man’ film was released in 1962 and received critical acclaim (we’re talking an Academy Award for Best Musical Score plus five nominations). The movie, starring Robert Preston and Shirley Jones, has since then become a classic.
2. The made-for-TV remake was even good.
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The 2003 television movie starring Matthew Broderick as Harold Hill and Kristin Chenoweth as Marion gave Broadway-loving theatre nerds life that year. Rather than taking too many liberties as many remakes often do, it stayed true to the heart of the original film. The TV remake also features Victor Garber and Molly Shannon as the town mayor and his eccentric wife.
3. It’s a feel-good story with something for everyone.
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Perhaps ‘The Music Man’ has made such waves in both musical theatre and Hollywood because of its simple, sweet and entertaining story. When Harold Hill, a traveling salesman with questionable credibility, arrives in River City, Iowa, chaos ensues. While it’s Hill’s mission to form a marching band that will allow him to sell instruments he does not possess (and flee before anyone catches on to his scam), his time in River City teaches him a thing or two. ‘The Music Man’ is a heartwarming story with something for everyone - life lessons, romance, comedy, and plenty of classic show tunes.
4. It’s got insanely catchy music.
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LI_Oe-jtgdI[/embed] You try listening to "Seventy-Six Trombones" without marching to the beat. Don’t even get us started on “Marian The Librarian”. All we’ve got to say is “Ya Got Trouble.”5. It’s got some of Broadway’s most beautiful ballads.
[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLDsLeVxOaU[/embed] Decades later, tunes such as “Goodnight, My Someone" and “Till There Was You” still remain memorable and impactful in the world of musical theatre. Their soulful lyrics and soaring melodies have stood the test of time due to their relatable messages on love.6. There’s a new Broadway revival in the works and we’re ALL about it.
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If the “Pick a Little, Talk a Little" ladies of River City could read up on current theatre news, they’d be chatting all about the latest Broadway revival announcement. Playbill reports that a new production of ‘The Music Man’, directed by Jerry Zaks (‘Little Shop Of Horrors’, ‘A Bronx Tale’, ‘Hello, Dolly!’) and starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster in leading roles, will feature choreography by Tony Award-winner Warren Carlyle (‘Finian's Rainbow’, ‘Hello, Dolly!’). The revival is set to open for previews September 9, 2020 and officially open on Broadway October 22, 2020.
Why do you love ‘The Music Man’? Share with us in the comments below!
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