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Upland NationNew NAVHDA Gun Dog test: how, why, and why you should consider itGot a good hunting dog? Prove it by passing the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association's new Gun Dog Test. This is a practical exam in all things a journeyman hunting dog needs to master the field and water.
NAVHDA Director of Testing Dan Wittman outlines the origins of this test, replacing the Utility Preparatory Test, explaining the components and why it's become so popular in its first year. We'll cover every aspect, and how it differs from other tests in the NAVHDA system, then delve into some hunting and training tips.
We'll cover some...
2025-11-181h 02
DMPA ConversationsComposer and Lyricist Marc Shaiman and Lyricist Scott Wittman - Some Like it HotJoin Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman and Tony and Grammy Award-winning lyricist Scott Wittman as they converse with Des Moines Performing Arts President and CEO Jeff Chelesvig about the writing process for the score of SOME LIKE IT HOT. The genius musical duo who also brought us catchy tunes from Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can and soon to come, Smash, share a few laughs and talk about the making of this HOT, HOT show!
2025-10-1614 min
Toronto LegendsScott Russell, CBC SportsRetired CBC Sports broadcaster Scott Russell talks about his time on Hockey Night in Canada, covering 17 different Olympic Games, his upcoming induction into the OSHOF, his new role as Chancellor at North Bay’s Nipissing University, his mentorship of Devin Heroux, his interactions with Jean Beliveau, Don Cherry, Nelson Mandela, Knowlton Nash, Ernie Afaganis, Brian Williams, Harry Neale, Don Wittman, George Stroumboulopoulos, Dick Irvin, Scotty Bowman, Mike Modano, Bob Cole, Mario Lemieux, Kelly Hrudey, Patrick Roy, Peter Mansbridge, Glenn Healy, running the Boston Marathon, and why everyone mistakes him for Scott Oake!
Scott and his fellow Class of...
2025-09-151h 07
Backstage BabbleScott WittmanToday, I’m thrilled to announce my episode with Scott Wittman, who is the lyricist of Broadway’s newest sensation SMASH. Tune in to hear some of the stories of his amazing career, including why CATCH ME IF YOU CAN appealed to him as a follow-up to HAIRSPRAY, putting together MATTERS OF THE HEART with Patti LuPone, why CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY was at its best in workshops, his experiences with Dame Edna and Elaine Stritch, watching Disney animators at work during MARY POPPINS RETURNS, being influenced by John Waters, how Matthew Lopez convinced him to adapt SOME LIKE...
2025-02-2356 min
The John Fredericks ShowEpisode #1747 Fredericks & Lyman Debate Bobby Scott, Spanberger and Winsome Sears1/8/2025 PODCAST Episodes #1745 - #1747 GUESTS: Phill Kline, Rep. Rob Wittman, Rep. Tom Tiffany, Rep. Morgan Griffith, Patti Lyman, David Bossie + YOUR CALLS! at 1-888-480-JOHN (5646) and GETTR Live! @jfradioshow #GodzillaOfTruth #TruckingTheTruth Want more of today's show? Episode #1745 We Need a 2 Bill Approach; Stealth Russian Submarines Episode #1746 Trump Plays Lefty Media Clowns Like a Fiddle Episode #1747 Fredericks & Lyman Debate Bobby Scott, Spanberger and Winsome Sears https://johnfredericksradio.libsyn.com/
2025-01-0841 min
Broadway Drumming 101Podcast #86 - Nate PattenIn this special episode of Broadway Drumming 101, we step out of the drum chair and into the conductor’s podium with Nate Patten, a celebrated music director, writer, and comedian based in New York City. With a resume spanning eight Broadway shows—including Company, The Prom, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Catch Me If You Can—Nate brings a wealth of knowledge and humor to our discussion.Currently conducting Elf, the holiday musical lighting up Broadway through January 7, 2024, Nate shares the secrets of his success, from networking and building genuine relationships to fostering curiosity and ta...
2024-12-231h 01
ReverberationsReverberations 2024-09-18 S2E37This week on Reverberations, airing live Wed 9pm to 11pm EDT.Ways to listen:- On your local HD radio at 91.7 WVXU HD2- The WVXU app through the Android or Apple store.- WVXU.org/ click All Streams at the top and select Radio Artifact- Radioartifact.com/listenAnd you can find all episodes of Reverberations here: https://www.radioartifact.com/reverberationsBroadcasting from the Village Green StudiosSeptember 18, 2024John GregoriusJohn MetcalfeGlasbirdDaouMick Chi...
2024-09-192h 00ReverberationsReverberations 2024-09-11 S2E36This week on Reverberations, airing live Wed 9pm to 11pm EDT.Ways to listen:- On your local HD radio at 91.7 WVXU HD2- The WVXU app through the Android or Apple store.- WVXU.org/ click All Streams at the top and select Radio Artifact- Radioartifact.com/listenAnd you can find all episodes of Reverberations here: https://www.radioartifact.com/reverberationsBroadcasting from the Village Green StudiosSeptember 11, 2024Phi-PsonicHania RaniSarah FimmMasakoRaphael Groten/Reb...
2024-09-122h 00
The Best Song PodcastEpisode 86: Let’s Talk About Love (2018)The much-anticipated arrival of Bradley Cooper's directorial debut, the remake of A Star Is Born, gave us an Oscar-nominated song from Lady Gaga that kept the streak alive of all the remakes at least getting a nominated song. In this episode, you'll hear the nominated song from the 2018 version, "Shallow," and learn about the four songs that battled with it for the year's Academy Award. That includes Kendrick Lamar's entry into the movie song game, and one from Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman for the Mary Poppins sequel.
2024-08-191h 07ReverberationsReverberations 2024-08-07 S2E31This week on Reverberations, airing live Wed 9pm to 11pm EDT.Ways to listen:- On your local HD radio at 91.7 WVXU HD2- The WVXU app through the Android or Apple store.- WVXU.org/ click All Streams at the top and select Radio Artifact- Radioartifact.com/listenAnd you can find all episodes of Reverberations here: https://www.radioartifact.com/reverberationsBroadcasting from the Village Green StudiosAugust 7, 2024John GregoriusJohn MetcalfeGlasbirdDaouMick Chi...
2024-08-082h 00
For the Love of TheatreThe Music ManEPISODE TWELVE: The Music Man, Marie Clark Musical TheatreThe Music Man Book, Music & Lyrics by Meredith Willson, Story by Meredith Willson & Franklin Lacey, with Additional Lyrics by Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman.This production is Directed by Adam Goodburn, with the assistance of the production team; Musical Director, Ben Francis, Choreographer, Linda Williams, and Assistant Choreographer, Iréna Setchell.The Music Man opens at The Arts Theatre this July, with performances from July 19th-27th (8 shows, only).Performance Venue: The Arts Theatre (53 Angas Street, Adelaide).Marie Clark Musical Theatre (MCMT) is a...
2024-07-0559 min
Local Officials: Stronger, Together PodcastEpisode 34: Communicating During a Crisis: A Local Official’s PrimerIn this episode, Scott visits with a public relations/communications expert about what a city or other local government official should know about communicating with the public and media during a crisis. Be it severe weather, an act of violence, or any other catastrophic event, elected officials, city managers, and city attorneys need to know the basics. This episode also mentions the Pool’s new qualifying crisis incident coverage, which can provide the services of a crisis management firm to assist Risk Pool Members during a qualifying crisis that leads to intense media scrutiny.Further Information...
2024-06-2811 minReverberationsReverberations 2024-04-24 S2E17This week on Reverberations, airing live Wed 9pm to 11pm EDT.Ways to listen:- On your local HD radio at 91.7 WVXU HD2- The WVXU app through the Android or Apple store.- WVXU.org/ click All Streams at the top and select Radio Artifact- Radioartifact.com/listenAnd you can find all episodes of Reverberations here: https://www.radioartifact.com/reverberationsBroadcasting from the Village Green StudiosApril 24 2024Warren HarrisonLisa Bella DonnaLADDave Luxton/Sean O'Bryan Smi...
2024-04-252h 00
Movie News - Movies and Musicals with Aedín GormleyMarc Shaiman and Scott Wittman interviewAedín Gormley meets the award-winning songwriting duo Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman in New York. With a string of acclaimed hits including the Tony winning musical Hairspray and more recently Some Like It Hot, which just last month took home the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, the duo have had the careers most songwriters dream of.
2024-03-231h 16ReverberationsReverberations 2024-02-07 S2E6This week on Reverberations, airing live Wed 9pm to 11pm EDT.Ways to listen:- On your local HD radio at 91.7 WVXU HD2- The WVXU app through the Android or Apple store.- WVXU.org/ click All Streams at the top and select Radio Artifact- Radioartifact.com/listenAnd you can find all episodes of Reverberations here: https://www.radioartifact.com/reverberationsBroadcasting from the Village Green StudiosFebruary 7, 2024James Asher/Sandeep Rayal/Mike BoothHollan HolmesJohn Metcalfe...
2024-02-082h 00
Why Do We Own This DVD?268. Down with Love (2003)Diane and Sean discuss arguably the most anti-feminist feminist movie, Down with Love. Episode music is, "Here's to Love", music and lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, performed by Renée Zellweger and Ewan McGregor, from the OST.- Our theme song is by Brushy One String- Artwork by Marlaine LePage- Why Do We Own This DVD? Merch available at Teepublic- Follow the show on social media:- IG: @whydoweownthisdvd- Tumblr: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD- Follow Sean's Plants on IG: @lookitma...
2024-02-041h 15
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2023-09-2500 min
Breaking Broadway with Kerry ButlerTake It Up A Step, with Marc Shaiman & Scott WittmanBrilliant award winning song writing team Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman are my guests. Currently they are represented on Broadway in the smash hit Some Like it Hot. I had the privilege of working with them on Hairspray and Catch Me If You Can. You also may know their music from the tv show Smash. We talk about their incredible careers, and they give advice on how to audition. Can you take their music and make it your own? To riff or not to riff, that is the question.Learn more about Marc at marcsh...
2023-08-2442 min
Stage Door JonnyMarc Shaiman & Scott WittmanLegends alert. This week Jonny’s guests are the creme de la creme of Broadway musical composing, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Their music for the current Broadway smash Some Like It Hot is still on heavy rotation in the Stage Door household and they’re the musical force behind Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Sister Act, Oscar-nominated songs by the bucketload, Tonys, Grammys - the whole nine. But what lives too! Take them from being madly gifted theatre-obsessed kids from unlikely backgrounds yearning to get to New York to their first meeting in Mari...
2023-08-011h 17
Thesis on JoanMeghan & Harrow Return to the ShubertHosts Harrow and Meghan discuss Some Like It Hot and White Girl in Danger. Hear the response from Meghan on the representation(s) of her namesake (but not her spelling) and thoughts on how queerness, gender, race, and identity are represented in these two very different productions. It’s also time for Pride and there are many queer festivals, shows, and actions to take in June to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community!Show Discussions:
Some Like It Hot
Book by Matthew López and Amber Ruffin, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Sco...
2023-05-3152 min
Theology for the ChurchInseparable Operations with Tyler WittmanIn this episode Caleb discusses the trinitarian doctrine of inseparable operation with Tyler Wittman (PhD, University of St. Andrews) assistant professor of theology at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. This doctrine teaches that all three persons of the Trinity are at work in every action outside of the Trinity’s life. This conversation explores definitions, scriptural warrant, historical and theological arguments for inseparable operations, as well as the practical implications it has for our understanding of the gospel and salvation.
Resources:
Biblical Reasoning: Christological and Trinitarian Rules for Exegesis by Tyler Wittman and Bo...
2023-05-1645 min
In The Frame: Theatre Interviews from West End FrameS8 Ep23: Teddy Hinde, Mike Teavee in Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryTeddy Hinde is currently starring as Mike Teavee in the first ever UK and Ireland tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.Based on the novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and Chocolate Factory has a book by David Greig, music by Marc Shaiman and lyrics by Mark Shaiman and Scott Wittman. This new production is directed by James Brining and designed by Simon Higlett.Having graduated from Trinity Laban in 2022, Teddy made his professional debut in Anyone Can Whistle by Stephen Sondheim and Arthur Laurents at the Southwark Playhouse.Teddy is trans and proudly...
2023-05-1256 min
The Broadway Show: UncutScott Foley! Plus, D'Arcy Carden. And Marc Shaiman & Scott WittmanWe've got something to be thankful for. It's the brand new comedy-satire from Native American Playwright, Larissa Fasthorse. On this episode, Tamsen talks to the star of The Thanksgiving Play, Scott Foley (Scandal, Felicity). And we'll hear from Scott's co-star in the play, D'Arcy Carden (The Good Place, Barry). And, Paul Wontorek sits down with the Tony Award-winning songwriting duo behind the new comedy-musical, Some Like It Hot, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Plus, Marc performs the title track from that musical.
2023-04-0342 min
The Art of Kindness: Pop Culture & Positivity with Robert PeterpaulLife of Pi Broadway Opening: Brian d'Arcy James, Kerry Butler, Marc Shaiman & More [Part 1]Join The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul on the opening night red carpet of Life of Pi on Broadway. In Part 1 hear from VIP guests like: Brian d'Arcy James (Something Rotten), Kerry Butler (Beetlejuice), Sarita Choudhury (And Just Like That), Nikhil Saboo (Mean Girls), iconic musical duo Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman and more live from New York City!Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us:artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.comFollow us@artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaulSupport the show!(ht...
2023-04-0329 min
Clayton Howe’s EntertainmentxRick Elice Part 2 ”This Performance SOLD OUT”Rick Elice co-wrote Jersey Boys (winner 2006 Tony Award, 2007 Grammy Award and 2009 Olivier Award for Best Musical) with the great Marshall Brickman; The Addams Family; Peter and the Starcatcher (winner of five 2012 Tony Awards); and The Cher Show (currently on tour in the UK). In the pipeline: The Princess Bride for Disney; Smash for Robert Greenblatt, Neil Meron and Steven Spielberg, music and lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, directed by Susan Stroman. Rick is also adapting Sara Gruen’s novel Water for Elephants; the popular film, Silver Linings Playbook; and writing an original musical, Treasure, with 2021 Ed Kleban Aw...
2023-03-1639 min
So Much Stuff to SingEpisode 70 - I Know Where I've BeenWe conclude our look at inspirational songs with "I Know Where I've Been" from Hairspray, the 2002 Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman musical based on the John Waters film of the same name. It's been a few years since we talked about the show's propulsive and endlessly optimistic closing number, so how does this song -- coming just before the final sequence and featuring a darker, if still optimistic tone -- sit within the show? And what's Erik's Grand Unified Theory of songs of inspiration? All clips are from the 2002 Original Broadway Cast Recording of Hairspray featuring Mary Bon...
2023-03-1529 min
Clayton Howe’s EntertainmentxRick Elice Part 1 ”Jersey Boys, Cher Show, Addams Family & Serino Coyne”Rick Elice co-wrote Jersey Boys (winner 2006 Tony Award, 2007 Grammy Award and 2009 Olivier Award for Best Musical) with the great Marshall Brickman; The Addams Family; Peter and the Starcatcher (winner of five 2012 Tony Awards); and The Cher Show (currently on tour in the UK). In the pipeline: The Princess Bride for Disney; Smash for Robert Greenblatt, Neil Meron and Steven Spielberg, music and lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, directed by Susan Stroman. Rick is also adapting Sara Gruen’s novel Water for Elephants; the popular film, Silver Linings Playbook; and writing an original musical, Treasure, with 2021 Ed Kleban Aw...
2023-03-1332 min
Way Off BroadwayS1|E7 - Catch Me If You CanCatch Me If You Can is a musical drama with a libretto by Terrence McNally and a theatrical score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. It follows the story of a con artist named Frank Abagnale. A majority of the plot is borrowed from the 2002 film of the same name, which in turn was based on the 1980 autobiography of the same name by Abagnale and Stan Redding.
After a tryout musical performance in Seattle in 2009, Catch Me If You Can opened at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre in April 2011. The production received four Tony Awards nominations, including one...
2023-01-301h 13
Little Known Facts with Ilana LevineEpisode 334 - Scott WittmanTony, Grammy, and Olivier Award winning lyricist, director, writer, and conceiver, Scott Wittman co-wrote the lyrics for the hit musical Hairspray (Tony, Grammy, Olivier Award winner) with creative partner Marc Shaiman. Wittman also served as an executive producer on the hit film starring John Travolta. Scott was nominated for a Golden Globe, Grammy, and two Emmy Awards for the original songs on NBC’s musical drama Smash. While working on the show, he co-wrote songs for Jennifer Hudson, Uma Thurman, Bernadette Peters, and Liza Minnelli. Shaiman and Wittman’s original score for the Marilyn Monroe musical Bombshell was r...
2023-01-2337 min
Talkin Smash!Ep. 115 Bombshell
It’s finally opening night and we’ve got thoughts, feelings, and faves! We recorded this in January 2022 so the pop culture we’re talking about is of that time.
Scarf Count: 1
Bombshell
Directed by Michael Morris
Written by Theresa Rebeck
Originally aired 5/14/2012
NBC.com Synopsis:
The big night is finally here. Tom and Julia race against time to save the show, while Derek makes a decision that will change the lives of Karen and Ivy forever.
Pop Culture References: Little Women, Greta Gerwig, Little Women costume design, Florence Pugh, Laura Dern, Midsommar, 30 Rock, Chronic Loaf, Real Housewives, Aaron Sorkin, Amadeus...
2023-01-011h 47
Scene to SongScene to Song Episode 86: Season 5 FinaleIn this episode, eight of this season's guests--Eric Matthew Richardson (Episode 72: Disney Parks Music as Musical Theater), Emel Greer (Episode 73: Evil Characters in Musical Theater), Tammy Tuckey (Episode 75: Marvin Hamlisch, David Zippel, and Neil Simon’s The Goodbye Girl), David Armstrong (Episode 79: Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Mark O’Donnell, and Thomas Meehan’s Hairspray), Ilana Kresch (Episode 80: Jule Styne, Bob Merrill, and Isobel Lennart’s Funny Girl), Orian Israelsohn (Episode 81: Andrew Lloyd Webber, Charles Hart, and Richard Stilgoe’s The Phantom of the Opera), Marc Eliot Stein (Episode 82: John O’Hara, Lorenz Hart, and Richard Rodgers’s Pal Joey), and Rose Ginsb...
2022-12-271h 43
DRAMA. with Connor & Dylan MacDowell“Stronger than the Show” with Casey GarvinConnor and Dylan are joined by Casey Garvin (Some Like It Hot, Mrs. Doubtfire). The boys mention it ALL. Currently performing his heart out in Some Like It Hot at the Shubert Theatre, this trio chat all about the new musical, “Let’s Be Bad” from Smash, and the incredible original score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. They learn about Casey’s coming out journey, getting REAL about relationships, writing a fantasy book series in his free time, and his side hustle as a fitness instructor. The guys get into the tour of West Side Story, the gayest producti...
2022-11-0954 min
BROADWAY NATION20 Years of HAIRSPRAY, Part 3.Continuing our celebration of the 20th Anniversary of HAIRSPRAY – The Musical, my guest this week is the show’s original choreographer JERRY MITCHELL who shares with us a first-hand, behind-the-scenes look into the creation of that Tony Award winning musical -- especially in regard to the how the show’s unique staging, choreography, design, as well as many of its most memorable moments were first dreamed up and executed! You will also get an inside view of Jerry’s close collaborations with Hairspray’s director, Jack O’Brian, lead producer Margo Lion, set designer David Rockwell, and Tony Award wi...
2022-08-2547 min
BROADWAY NATION20 Years of HAIRSPRAY, part 2My guests on Broadway Nation today are the Tony Award winning songwriting team of Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman who join me to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Hairspray – The Musical.That’s right! It was 20 years ago, during the summer of 2002, that Hairspray first received its World Premiere in June at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre (where at that time I had the great pleasure and privilege of serving as that theater’s Producing Artistic Director). Then, just three months later, the show became an instant hit when it debuted on Broadway on August 15th at the Neil Simon Theat...
2022-08-1855 minScene to SongScene to Song Episode 79: Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Mark O’Donnell, and Thomas Meehan’s HairsprayIn this episode, director, producer, and podcast host David Armstrong discusses Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Mark O’Donnell, and Thomas Meehan's 2002 musical Hairspray on its 20th anniversary. We also talk about the song "Big, Blonde and Beautiful" from Hairspray.
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2022-08-151h 13Little Known Facts with Ilana LevineEpisode 301 - Harvey FiersteinHARVEY FIERSTEIN wrote the books ( or adapted the books ) for the Broadway musicals Funny Girl, Kinky Boots. Newsies as well as Torch Song Trilogy (Tony®, Drama Desk, and OBIE Awards), La Cage aux Folles (Tony® and Drama Desk Awards), The Sissy Duckling (Humanitas Award), A Catered Affair (12 Drama Desk nominations), Safe Sex (Ace Award), Legs Diamond, Spookhouse, Flatbush Tosca, Common Ground, and more. His political editorials have been published in The New York Times, TV Guide, The Huffington Post, and broadcast on PBS’s “In the Life”. His children’s book, The Sissy Duckling, is now in its fifth printing. As...
2022-06-1354 min
Ivory Tower Boiler RoomMarilyn in Manhattan, Elizabeth Winder On Writing a Marilyn Monroe BiographyBecome a Patreon member for $5 (a cup of iced coffee) and watch our video version: https://www.patreon.com/posts/66398839
Writer of Marilyn in Manhattan: Her Year of Joy (2017), Elizabeth Winder joins Andrew and Mary in the Ivory Tower Boiler Room. One major theme that Elizabeth discusses is how the general public views the tragedy of female celebrities and why the media delights in the tragedy of these women?
Elizabeth discusses her biography process which started with the Marilyn Monroe photos taken in Manhattan (specifically the one taken at the Ambassador Hotel, the book's cover p...
2022-05-161h 12
Casefiles of the Three Patch Podcast126 – What if… MarvelverseWhat if… Marvelverse (0:40:52)↑Consulting Fans Fox Estacado, MK, Science, and Topher have a spoiler-filled discussion about what we loved about Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and what we’re super hyped about that’s coming out in 2022 and speculate what characters and storylines we might see.
Multiverse of Madness official trailer
Moon Knight official trailer
Marvel wiki
This segment was first released on March 1, 2022 in Episode 126: What If…?
Music Credit
Unless otherwise indicated, music is available for purchase through online retailers such as amazon.com and iTunes.
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2022-04-151h 00
OFF 2 BROADWAYSHAIMAN & WITTMAN - Episode 84We're back this week with another instalment of our composer series! Tara and Stefania take on their first composing duo, as they discuss the Broadway careers of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. A truly perfect marriage of talents, Shaiman and Wittman are the brains behind Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can, and countless hits from Smash. Hop in!
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"Welcome to the 60's" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
"You Can't Stop the Beat" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
"Good Morning Baltimore" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
"Without Love" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording)
"Ladies Choice" - Hairspray...
2022-04-041h 14
What's Up Broadway?Another Oscar NominationBroadway News:
Ariana DeBose was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Anita in West Side Story. DeBose's nomination follows Rita Moreno's historic 1961 Oscar win, playing the same role in the earlier film adaptation. Lin-Manuel Miranda received a Best Song nomination for his "Dos Oruguitas" from Encanto, a nod that could achieve EGOT status. Miranda's screen adaptation of Jonathan Larson's biomusical tick, tick...BOOM! was recognized, with Broadway alum Andrew Garfield getting a nomination for Best Actor for his performance as Larson.
Tony nominee Amber Gray will play her final performance as Persephone in Hadestown February 19. C...
2022-02-1125 min
Adapt or PerishHairspray (Ep. 110)Welcome to Episode 110 of Adapt or Perish, and this one is completely divine. We're looking at John Waters' camp classic Hairspray, and the musical juggernaut it inspired! In this episode, we discuss: The original 1988 movie, written and directed by John Waters, and starring Ricki Lake, Divine, Jerry Stiller, Debbie Harry, and Sonny Bono The 2002 musical, with music and lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, and starring (in the original Broadway cast) Marissa Jaret Winokur, Harvey Fierstein, Dick Latessa, Kerry Butler, Laura Bell Bundy, and Matthew Morrison The 2007 movie...
2022-02-011h 25
Travolta/Cage#44: World Trade Center/Hairspray (with Jason Bailey)Film critic and author Jason Bailey (Fun City Cinema) hops on the Amtrak Acela Express with us, as we bounce between the Big Apple and Baltimore for a decidedly cacophonous double feature! First up is Oliver Stone’s World Trade Center, which trades in Stone’s signature conspiratorial thinking for an earnest, if narratively stagnant, disaster movie about the real-life tale of two Port Authority police officers (Nic Cage and Michael Peña) trapped in the rubble of the World Trade Center on 9/11. Cage does a lot with a little, treating the film as an acting exercise, but i...
2022-01-1854 min
The Great Broadway Game Show Competition, hosted by Todd Graff and Andrew LippaAnnaleigh, Liz, Annie, Marc and ScottWatch and listen as Annaleigh Ashford, Liz Larsen and Marc Shaiman square off against Andrew Lippa, Annie Golden, and Scott Wittman. The nasty words come out, the championship rings are bragged about, and no one can seem to remember the lyrics to 'Whatever Lola Wants'!? HELP US, BROOKS ASHMANSKAS!This episode is brought to you by THE HUMANS, now in theaters and streaming on Showtime. Watch the trailer here.Please learn more and consider donating to the following charities represented in this episode:
Dramatists Guild Foundation: https://dgf...
2021-12-021h 09
Patten DisregardPatten Disregard: "The Broadway Con" with Scott WittmanDo you love the arts AND crippling debt? Does being on stage in order to delay deciding what to do with your life appeal to you? Do you have $800,000 to spare? Well, you might be an excellent candidate for a college degree in theatre. Click below to find out more in: Episode 4: The Broadway Con Featuring more actor therapy from Lisa Gajda and an interview with Tony Award winning writer/director Scott Wittman
2021-11-1846 min
Cast Offs with Ben and DanielEpisode 52: Roses and Daffodils (Follies)In this episode, Ben and Daniel discuss the results of Roses and Daffodils: The Essential Follies Playlist. For this project, listeners voted weekly for their favorite versions of the Follies female solos, and "Friends of the Pod" appeared with Ben and Daniel on "Next Year, Some Year" to weigh in on the deeper cuts. For the male solos, a panel of Follies aficionados were asked to contribute their expertise in deciding the winners. These "Experts" include Jeff Bowen, Ted Chapin, Adam Feldman, Lonny Price, Scott Wittman, and Tony Yazbeck. While comparing these results with their own personal choices, Ben...
2021-07-112h 48
SPARKS IN ACTION with Donna ShermanWhat Makes a Broadway Legend? Meet Marc Shaiman and find out.Marc, a world renown, composer/lyricist/arranger and performer who works in films, musical theater and television ( along with his co-lyricist Scott Wittman) has received a Tony, a Grammy, an Emmy and seven Oscar nominations. We cover a range of subjects from how the language of music and lyric can evoke deep emotions in both adults and children and how humor, and joy, create bridges between us. Marc, in his honest and unassuming way, reflects on his many years in the world of theater and the process of giving air to the essential creative flow of composing/writing while a...
2021-06-0831 min
The Broadway Ginger Podcast#24: Almost Craig A. Meyer II - The Gift of TheatreThere are few experiences that bring people together quite like sharing moments of live theatre. In today's episode, host Sally Fuller continues her conversation with special guest Craig A. Meyer to revisit some of the best performances he saw during his 20 years as a Tony Awards voter. Yes, the words "Audra" and "Norbert" are said, and we discover that though Sally and Craig saw the same show a couple months apart, they witnessed very different versions of John Larroquette. Check out our show notes on TheBroadwayGinger.com for bonus content, and be sure to rate and subscribe wherever you...
2021-03-2940 minTalkin Smash!Ep. 114 Previews
We discuss the overlap between musical theater fans and sci-fi , movie stars on Broadway, and how Smash depicts the casting couch.
Scarf Count: 9
Previews
Directed by Robert Duncan McNeill
Written by David Marshall Grant
NBC.com Synopsis: “Bombshell”faces its first audience just as a major crisis hits Rebecca Duvall.
Pop Culture References: Alyssa Milano, Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Prince, Spock, Doctor Who, Daleks, Weeping Angels, Shakespeare, Slings & Arrows, Luke Kirby, Six Degrees of Separation, Stockard Channing, The Devil Wears Prada, Angels in America, Scarlett Johansson, Kanye West, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, Katharine Hepburn, Coco Chanel, N...
2021-03-1200 min
Musicals Taught Me Everything I KnowCharlie and the Chocolate Factory with Joshua Moore & LawsonThis week we talk with Joshua Moore & Lawson from the upcoming production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at Phoenix Ensemble about which of life's lessons can be learned from this chocolate confection of a musical!BOOK TICKETS TO THE SHOW: https://phoenixensemble.com.au/portfolio-items/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/Don’t expect a sugar rush from “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” the new musical that opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater on Sunday. This latest adaptation of Roald Dahl’s winningly sinister children’s story from 1964 is — thank heaven — no sweeter than t...
2021-02-041h 02
Universitária EspecialMorte e LutoA vida tem fases e ciclos. Há tempo para nascer e para morrer. Apesar da certeza da nossa finitude, muita gente não gosta de tocar no assunto. Esta edição do Universitária Especial fala sobre a morte e o luto como um evento e um processo que integram a nossa existência.A temática é abordada do ponto de vista biológico, médico, psicológico e, ainda, antropológico, trazendo à tona um novo olhar sobre a vida e as possibilidades de ressignificá-la.--MÚSICAS> "Canto Para Minha Morte", por Raul Seixas (Música...
2020-11-0228 min
My Broadway MemoryMarc Shaiman & Megan HiltyMegan Hilty is most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn, in NBC's musical drama Smash. Most recently she starred as Patsy Cline in Lifetime's original movie Patsy & Loretta, for which she earned a Critics Choice Award Nomination for her performance. Broadway: Wicked, 9 to 5, Noises Off!, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (Encores). @meganhilty
Marc Shaiman is an award-winning composer, lyricist, orchestrator and musician. Marc has been Oscar nominated seven times (for “Mary Poppins Returns” (2), “Sleepless In Seattle”, “Patch Adams”, “The First Wives Club”, The American President” and “South Park-Bigger, Longer & Uncut”). He has received two Tony Award nominations (winning one for co-writing the sco...
2020-08-0750 minTalkin Smash!Episode 1.12 PublicityEpisode 112 Publicity
Guys, it’s the episode with the Bollywood number! We also discuss Dev’s growing resentment of Karen having a life, how good Ellis looks, and we Kent Test everyone’s favorite stage manager-Linda, played by Ann Harada! You can follow Ann Harada on Twitter at @annharada
Scarf Count: 32! A new record!
Publicity
Directed by Michael Mayer
Written by Therea Rebeck
NBC.com Synopsis: Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall… but can Rebecca be trusted?
Pop Culture References: Bollywoo...
2020-06-261h 06Talkin' Smash!Episode 1.12 PublicityEpisode 112 Publicity
Guys, it’s the episode with the Bollywood number! We also discuss Dev’s growing resentment of Karen having a life, how good Ellis looks, and we Kent Test everyone’s favorite stage manager-Linda, played by Ann Harada! You can follow Ann Harada on Twitter at @annharada
Scarf Count: 32! A new record!
Publicity
Directed by Michael Mayer
Written by Therea Rebeck
NBC.com Synopsis: Karen finds herself seduced by the glamorous life of new BFF Rebecca Duvall… but can Rebecca be trusted?
Pop Culture References: Bollywoo...
2020-06-261h 06
Broadway BabiesBroadway Babies - Episode Ten: Special Guest Marc ShaimanWelcome to the TENTH episode of Broadway Babies! In this episode, Noelle and Stephanie welcome the extraordinary Marc Shaiman, hot on the heels of the announcement that Smashis being developed for Broadway!!
Marc Shaiman co-wrote the songs and composed the score for "Mary Poppins Returns" for which he was nominated for a BAFTA, a Golden Globe, a Grammy and for two Oscars. His other Oscar nominations have been for “Sleepless In Seattle", “Patch Adams”, “The First Wives Club”, "The American President" and “South Park-Bigger, Longer & Uncut”. Other film credits include “Beaches”, “When Harry Met Sally”, “City Slickers”, “The Addams Family”, “Sister A...
2020-05-2653 minTalkin Smash!Episode 1.11 The Movie StarWe celebrate the advent of Uma Thurman on the show, the growing camaraderie of Karen and Ivy, and the sexiness of emotionally available men. We bemoan the musical number of the week and wonder why no one on this show will stand up for musicals?! In the episode, the creative team tries to morph the show to suit their movie star. Ellis’ sexual gamesmanship is foiled by a call waiting fail. Dev is still the worst.
Scarf Count: 13
The Movie Star
Directed by Tricia Brock
Written by Julie Rottenberg & Elisa Zuritsky
NB...
2019-12-181h 25
Cast Offs with Ben and DanielEpisode 11: Scott Wittman (Sinatra at the Sands)In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony-winning lyricist and director Scott Wittman about Frank Sinatra's 1966 live album, Sinatra at the Sands. They also discuss Bette Midler, Patti LuPone, Sammy Davis Jr, Edie Beale, Christine Ebersole, Count Basie, Barbara Cook, Dusty Springfield, Ute Lemper, and Bridget Everett. Scott talks about playing "cocktail lounge" growing up, and how his love for live albums influenced his career in theater and cabaret. Scott has worked on a number of successful Broadway shows such as Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, as well as the TV...
2019-12-021h 14
Smash'edSmash'ed (Episode 1)The first episode of Smash is aptly named, “Pilot.” The episode premiered on February 6th, 2012. It was written by the show’s creator Theresa Rebeck, and directed by Michael Mayer. The pilot premiered to an audience of 11.44 million people! This episode featured seven songs, three of which were original songs written by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman: “Never Give All the Heart,” “The National Pastime,” and the show’s anthem “Let Me Be Your Star.” The other four were covers of “Somewhere Over The Rainbow,” “I Wanna Be Loved By You,” “Beautiful,” and “Happy Birthday, Mr. President.” We fade in on a girl with a hunger fo...
2019-10-2821 minTalkin Smash!Episode 1.10 UnderstudyLike Elizabeth Warren, Ivy has a plan! Julia and an off-screen Frank commit various parenting no-nos. Tony Award winner Christian Borle finally gets a full blown musical number. Tina’s lifelong crush Terrence Mann guest stars! Eileen and Nick’s mature flirtation blossoms into a full blown make-out session. Our love for Wesley Taylor and Ann Harada continues. Derek and Dev are trash. We question whether the show failed to properly credit who played the drama teacher.
Scarf Count: 12
Understudy
Directed by Adam Bernstein
Written by Jerome Hairston
NBC.com Synopsis:
2019-06-121h 41Talkin' Smash!Episode 1.10 UnderstudyLike Elizabeth Warren, Ivy has a plan! Julia and an off-screen Frank commit various parenting no-nos. Tony Award winner Christian Borle finally gets a full blown musical number. Tina’s lifelong crush Terrence Mann guest stars! Eileen and Nick’s mature flirtation blossoms into a full blown make-out session. Our love for Wesley Taylor and Ann Harada continues. Derek and Dev are trash. We question whether the show failed to properly credit who played the drama teacher.
Scarf Count: 12
Understudy
Directed by Adam Bernstein
Written by Jerome Hairston
NBC.com Synopsis:
2019-06-121h 41
Spilling the Broadway TeaYou Can't Stop the Tea: "Hairspray"Ian, Kaleigh, and special guest Hollie discuss the history and many different versions of Hairspray by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, based on the classic John Waters film. They analyze the music, their favorite actors in each of the roles, and what is so appealing about this modern musical hit. Support the show
2019-06-081h 00
West of Broadway PodcastNoah Weisberg - Charlie And The Chocolate Factory (Tour)On this special mini episode of West of Broadway, Will and Lara talk with Noah Weisberg who is currently staring as Willy Wonka in the National Tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Now playing at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts til Sunday June 9th. Based on the classic Roald Dahl novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, with music by Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award winner Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Grammy and Tony Award winners Scott Wittman and Shaiman, a book by David Greig, and choreography by Tony Award...
2019-05-3011 minTalkin Smash!Episode 1.09 Hell on EarthWe discuss Ellis’s bisexuality, the heartbreak of learning Lawyer John (Neal Bledsoe) is a Republican, Ivy’s confusing cocktail of medication, Derek is still a whiny baby, Ivy & Karen confront each other, the Julia/Michael adultery song, male anger, and physical violence.
Scarf Count: 10
Hell on Earth
Originally aired 4/2/2012
Directed by Paul McGuigan
Written by Scott Burkhardt
NBC.com synopsis:
The team begins their pursuit of a marquee star, as Eileen charges Tom and Julia with finding a title for the newly reinvigorated musical.
Pop Cult...
2019-04-251h 16Talkin' Smash!Episode 1.09 Hell on EarthWe discuss Ellis’s bisexuality, the heartbreak of learning Lawyer John (Neal Bledsoe) is a Republican, Ivy’s confusing cocktail of medication, Derek is still a whiny baby, Ivy & Karen confront each other, the Julia/Michael adultery song, male anger, and physical violence.
Scarf Count: 10
Hell on Earth
Originally aired 4/2/2012
Directed by Paul McGuigan
Written by Scott Burkhardt
NBC.com synopsis:
The team begins their pursuit of a marquee star, as Eileen charges Tom and Julia with finding a title for the newly reinvigorated musical.
Pop Cult...
2019-04-251h 16
UnderScoreReel Change: The Movie Musical (Part I)Today's Reel Change begins a delightful dive into the history of the Movie Musical. For a twist, we start in the present day and move backwards in time, step by step, song by song in a most melodious walk down memory lane. We hope today's selections (by no means intended as an exhaustive 'greatest of' list) spark joy in the way only great movie musicals can.<br /><br />Join us and be prepared - you may find yourself suddenly and uncontrollably bursting into song.<br /><br />[Note: This 2-part podcast...
2019-04-1732 min
Notably DisneyEpisode 4: Mary Poppins Returns Soundtrack ReviewOn this episode of Notably Disney, Brett welcomes to the show Maxwell Glick, known for his Disney-themed YouTube channel mrcheezypop. Brett and Max review the soundtrack for Mary Poppins Returns, covering the songs by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, as well as Shaiman's score. Additionally, they compare the music to the original 1964 classic, known for its Oscar-winning tunes from Robert and Richard Sherman. Follow Max on Twitter @maxwellglick or Instagram (mrcheezypop), and subscribe to his YouTube channel (mrcheezypop).
Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback at not...
2019-03-1950 minTalkin Smash!Episode 1.07 The Workshop
We discuss Bernadette Peters as the retconned version of Ivy’s mother, Karen Cartwright’s demo, Ellis is Amazing Amy, Megan Hilty is a really good actor, time management the day before the workshop, Tina loves Wesley Taylor and will tell you that, Unexpected fun pairings on Smash, we want to work for Eileen, but she needs to work on her racism, how old is Leo supposed to be again?, should Karen have bailed on the workshop?, the zone of being the lead vs. being in the ensemble,
The Workshop Directed by Mimi LederWritten by Ja...
2019-02-262h 08
ABC Television NetworkMarc Shaiman and Scott Wittman on the Oscars 2019 All Access Red CarpetWatch Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman on the Oscars 2019 red carpet talking about their Music (Original Song) nomination for MARY POPPINS RETURNS. See more highlights from the 2019 Oscars All Access: Red Carpet Live on Oscar.com and in the ABC app!
2019-02-2502 minUnderScoreCatching Up: Mary Poppins ReturnsToday Marty & Will get together for an unedited chat over one of their favorite pieces of recent film music - the songs & score to Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman's <b>Mary Poppins Returns</b>.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ORF7DVtbTco/XHF-1RKok6I/AAAAAAAAA0E/hjiUruocR6sIaWdiimyNt93p2u7z7...
2019-02-2332 min
Have a Good MovieBONUS: Oscar SongsFind us at:
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We’re here with a quick bonus episode to discuss the Oscar nominees for Best Original Song! We pretty much nailed it last year, but we had so much fun talking through the songs we’re bringing this back by popular request! The nominees this year are:
“All the Stars” performed by Kendrick Lamar and SZA, written by Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Sounwave and Al Shux. ℗ Top Dawg Ent./Aftermath/Interscope Records; copyright 2018 Aftermath Records.
“I’ll Fight” performed by Jennifer Hudson, music an...
2019-02-2100 min
The Non-Toxic Fanboys Podcast43: Fourth Annual Oscar Preview – Best Original Score 2018Glenn and Scott are back in the Oscar vault, on time and as expected! They're breaking down the nominees for the Best Original Score Oscar: Black Panther by Ludwig Göransson, If Beale Street Could Talk by Nicholas Britell, BlacKkKlansman by Terence Blanchard, Isle of Dogs by Alexandre Desplat, and Mary Poppins Returns by Marc Shaiman. Best Original Score is one of the categories that's actually being awarded on the broadcast this year, so you know it's a big one. There are major digressions aplenty in this outing, including your dose of Hamilton hot takes!
You can s...
2019-02-121h 05
Drive With Tom ElliotThe 91st Academy Awards Ceremony PredictionsMovie House Concessions on the MHM Podcast Network gives our Oscar predictions for the 91st Academy Awards Ceremony that will be held on Sunday, February 24, 2019, at the Dolby Theatre® at Hollywood & Highland Center® in Hollywood. Let us know your choices in the comments section.
Actor in a Leading Role
Nominees
Christian Bale – Vice
Bradley Cooper – A Star Is Born
Willem Dafoe – At Eternity’s Gate
Rami Malek – Bohemian Rhapsody
Viggo Mortensen – Green Book
Actor in a Supporting Role
Nominees
Mahershala Ali – Green Book
Adam Driver – BlacKkKlansman
Sam Elliott – A Star Is Born
Richard E. Grant – Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Sam Rockwell – Vice
Ac...
2019-02-051h 10
The Akiyama Brothers' Song to Screen Podcast28: Mary Poppins Returns - Marc Shaiman & Scott WittmanSHOW NOTES:
Welcome to the anniversary episode of the Song to Screen Podcast! Marc and Landon chat about the return of Mary Poppins to the big screen - a film that was one of their biggest childhood influences - in Mary Poppins Returns. Find out more at AkiyamaMusic.com.
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Mary Poppins Returns
Mary Poppins Returns (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Songs: Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman; Music Score by Marc Shaiman
Our website: AkiyamaMusic.com
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@Marc_Akiyama...
2019-01-2400 min
The Akiyama Brothers' Song to Screen Podcast28: Mary Poppins Returns - Marc Shaiman & Scott WittmanSHOW NOTES:
Welcome to the anniversary episode of the Song to Screen Podcast! Marc and Landon chat about the return of Mary Poppins to the big screen - a film that was one of their biggest childhood influences - in Mary Poppins Returns. Find out more at AkiyamaMusic.com.
Become a Patreon Member!
Mary Poppins Returns
Mary Poppins Returns (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Songs: Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman; Music Score by Marc Shaiman
Our website: AkiyamaMusic.com
Subscribe to our YouTube
@Marc_Akiyama...
2019-01-241h 14
Musicals Taught Me Everything I KnowREPRISE: Hairspray with Kell AndersonThe next in our Reprise season is Hairspray with Kell Anderson!ENJOY!- FURTHER READING -Wiki - Musical, Film (original), Film (2007), Hairspray Live!IMDb - Hairspray (2007), Hairspray (1988), Hairspray Live!iTunesSpotifyKell's Podcast - Facebook, iTunes- CELEBRITY SHOUTOUTS -Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Mark O'Donnell, Thomas Meehan, John Waters, Harvey Fierstein, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Matthew Morrison, Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler, Linda Hart, Mary Bond Davis, Corey Reynolds, Dick Latessa, Michael Ball, Mel Smith, Leanne Jones, Jennifer...
2019-01-1500 minIndispensables – BSOSpiritMary Poppins ReturnsPuntúa esta banda sonora Mary Poppins Returns (El regreso de Mary Poppins) Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman Año: 2018 Sello: Walt Disney Records Edición: Normal Nº Tracks: 27 Duración: ...
2019-01-0100 minDavid Sáiz – BSOSpiritMary Poppins ReturnsMary Poppins Returns (El regreso de Mary Poppins) Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman Año: 2018 Sello: Walt Disney Records Edición: Normal Nº Tracks: 27 Duración: 78:26 ...
2019-01-0100 min
Soundtracking with Edith BowmanEpiosde 120: Director Rob Marshall On The Music Of Mary Poppins Returns54 years after she first lit up the lives of the Banks family - not to mention cinema-goers the world over - everyone's favourite nanny is back.
Mary Poppins Returns sees Emily Blunt in the title role, reunited with the household in the wake of a tragedy three decades after events of the original.
It's directed by Rob Marshall, and we're delighted to say that Rob is our guest on this festive edition of Soundtracking - the weekly podcast about film and television music.
Remaining true to the spirit and tone of the 1964 movie...
2018-12-2448 min
The Peas in the PodcastSeason 1E4: White or Wrong: Interracial Dating with Guest David SchrumThis week, after a two week hiatus due to Daphnee’s wisdom teeth being removed, the Peas are discussing the topic of interracial dating! They are also introducing their first guest of the season David Schrum to talk about his experiences in being a part of an interracial relationship.
Music: Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder
Queen Latifah, Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
2018-09-071h 00
Broadway Babies: A Musical Theatre PodcastEp. 6: Sponsored by Ultra Clutch: "Hairspray Live!" 2016Good morning, Baltimore! It takes two to tackle a musical this big, blonde, and beautiful, so the Broadway Babies are teasing up their best beehives to chat about 2016’s TV event, “Hairspray Live!” Wow! In this episode, Alex and Daisha are talking about music, if the musical has a message of "colorblindness" and if that is an effective way to end racism and prejudices, and about what defines good allyship. Now run and tell that! Podcast cover art: David Taylor Twitter: @bwaybabies Facebook: Facebook.com/broadwaybabiespodcast Video: Amazon Video | iTunes Cast recording...
2018-02-071h 08
Musicals Taught Me Everything I KnowHairspray with Kell AndersonThis week Julie, Miranda and Zane chat with Kell Anderson about which of life's truths can be gleaned from Hairspray!- FURTHER READING -Wiki - Musical, Film (original), Film (2007), Hairspray Live! IMDb - Hairspray (2007), Hairspray (1988), Hairspray Live! iTunesSpotifyKell's Podcast - Facebook, iTunes- CELEBRITY SHOUTOUTS -Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman, Mark O'Donnell, Thomas Meehan, John Waters, Harvey Fierstein, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Matthew Morrison, Laura Bell Bundy, Kerry Butler, ...
2018-01-1100 min
CUNY TV's Theater Talk“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"Songwriting team Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman and director Jack O’Brien (Hairspray) collaborated again on the stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” for Broadway. Shaiman performs a few new songs at the piano.
2017-05-2526 min
Broadway BreakdownHairspray Theatre Show Discussion – Broadway BreakdownHosts Briana Phipps, Jacque Borowski, Drexel Heard, Nino Llanera discuss the Hairspray Theatre Show.
Hairspray is an American musical with music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Shaiman and a book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, based on the 1988 John Waters film Hairspray. The songs include 1960s-style dance music and "downtown" rhythm and blues. In 1962 Baltimore, Maryland, plump teenager Tracy Turnblad's dream is to dance on The Corny Collins Show, a local TV dance program based on the real-life Buddy Deane Show.[1] When Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes a celebrity overnight, a...
2016-12-0650 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMLegendary performer, director,Arthur French, on diversity and the great White Way.Legendary Actor and director, Arthur French, takes a few minutes to chat with Sirius XM's Keith Price, at the Primary Stages benefit Gala honoring Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. His view on diversity is one that certainly should be explored. He is also presented in Primary Stages oral history Project: http://primarystages.org/explore/oralhistoryproject
For more about Primary Stages: http://www.primarystages.org
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2015-11-2603 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMAna Gastayer honors Shaiman and Wittman.SNL alum, actress, singer, Ana Gastayer, takes a moment to chat with Sirius XM's Keith Price at the Primary Stages Gala , honoring Marc Shaiman and scott Wittman. She talks about her love of the writing duo, as well as, some of her upcoming projects, including Grease Live.
All About Ana Gastayer: http://anagasteyerinconcert.com/
2015-11-2603 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMTom Wopat joins the Primary Stages gala honoring Marc Shaiman & Scott WittmanStage and Screen star, Tom Wopat, takes a few moments to chat with Sirius XM's Keith Price at the Primary Stages Gala honoring Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. He talks about working with the lyricist/composer duo, his career, and his upcoming Christmas album with former Dukes of Hazzard co star, John Schneider.
For all things Tom Wopat: http://tomwopat.com/
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2015-11-2501 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMFounder and Executive Producer of Primary Stages Theater, Casey Childs.Founder and Executive Producer of Primary Stages, Casey Childs, sits down with Sirius XM's Keith Price at the benefit gala honoring Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. He talks a little about the history of Primary Stages, as well as, this year's honorees.
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2015-11-2402 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMAaron Tveit honors Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and he prepares for GREASE Live!Actor Aaron Tveit takes some time to chat with Sirius XM OUT Q's Keith Price at the Primary Stages Benefit Gala honoring Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman, He talks about working with Marc and Scott, as well as, his upcoming role in Fox's Grease Live.
Primary Stages: http://www.primarystages.org
All about Aaron Tveit: http://aarontveit.net/
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2015-11-2002 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMBilly Porter comes to honor Marc Shaiman And Scott Wittman, while he says goodbye to Kinky BootsTony and Grammy Award winning actor, Billy Porter, comes to honor Marc Shaiman And Scott Wittman, while he says goodbye to Kinky Boots. He takes a few moments to chat with Sirius XM OUT Q's Keith Price about it.
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2015-11-1903 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMAnnie Golden honors her friends Marc and Scott. "They came up together"Stage/TV actress, Annie Golden, is celebrating her pals, Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman, at the Primary Stages Benefit Gala. She chats with Sirius XM OUT Q's Keith Price to about her love for them, and what they did for her. She also gives her secret to being so vivacious and fabulous.
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2015-11-1903 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMVictoria Clark honors Shaiman and Wittman and talks about her latest ventures.Tony Award winning actress, Victoria Clark, joins the celebration in honoring Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman. She takes some time to chat with Sirius XM OUT Q's Keith Price, about the gala and the things that she is working on now.
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2015-11-1902 min
OutQ Radio On SiriusXMScott Wittman celebrates his birthday, being honored, and keeps moving forward.Tony Award winning Composer/Lyricist, Scott Wittman, takes some time to chat with Sirius XM OUT Q's Keith Price at the Primary Stages Gala Benefit that honored him and his work partner, Marc Shaiman. He tells Keith about being honored and his upcoming projects.
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2015-11-1803 min
54 Below PodcastEp.22 - Andrea MartinScott Wittman talks to Emmy and Tony-winning actress and comedian, Andrea Martin, best known for films such as My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and in stage in productions such as My Favorite Year, Fiddler on the Roof, Candide, Young Frankenstein, Exit the King, and in the television series, SCTV. She is joined by Sirius XM host, actor, writer, performer and her accompanying pianist, Seth Rudetsky.
Andrea Martins performs at 54Below Oct 9-11. Visit 54Below.com for information and tickets
2012-10-0206 min
54 Below PodcastEp.7 - Jackie HoffmanScott Wittman talks with Broadway actress, comedian, and long-time friend, Jackie Hoffman, about her new one woman show at 54 Below (June 3 - July 29th). Hoffman is known for her memorable roles in Hairspray, Xanadu, and The Addams Family, among many others, and her distinctly Jewish brand of humor. Hear Hoffman "speak and sing the truth" about how she opened 54Below with the first show (not Patti Lupone!) how she harnesses her inner kvetch, and why it's OK to sing comedic songs about AIDS, Cancer, and Autism.
Learn more and buy tickets at 54below.com
2012-07-1805 min
54 Below PodcastEp.5 - Mx. Justin Vivian BondScott Wittman talks with the "Cabaret Messiah," Mx. Justin Vivian Bond, about his new album "Silver Wells" and his recurring 54Below show that comes to a close this Monday July 9th, 2012.
2012-07-0612 min
54 Below PodcastEp.3 - Andrea MartinScott Wittman talks to Emmy and Tony-winning actress and comedian, Andrea Martin, best known for films such as My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and in stage in productions such as My Favorite Year, Fiddler on the Roof, Candide, Young Frankenstein, Exit the King, and in the television series, SCTV. She is joined by Sirius XM host, actor, writer, performer and her accompanying pianist, Seth Rudetsky.
2012-06-2406 min
54 Below PodcastEp.2 - Patti Lupone and Scott Wittman54 Below visits Broadway legend Patti LuPone and Tony award-winning lyricist, Scott Wittman in the rehearsal studio as they prepare for LuPone's new cabaret act that will debut on the club's opening night - June 5th, 2012.
2012-06-2318 minCUNY TV's Theater TalkShaiman and Wittman on "Catch Me If You Can"The musical team behind the new Broadway hit Catch Me If You Can, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, stop by to perform a new song from the show.
2011-05-0126 minCUNY TV's Theater TalkMarc Shaiman and Scott WittmanComposer/lyricist Marc Shaiman and lyricist Scott Wittman of “Hairspray” discuss their recent involvement in the controversy over California's Proposition 8, which is being debated all over the country.
2008-12-0725 min
ATW - Working In The TheatreProduction: Hairspray - December, 2002The creative team behind the Broadway musical "Hairspray", producers Richard Frankel and Margo Lion, co-book writer Thomas Meehan, choreographer Jerry Mitchell, director Jack O'Brien, co-book writer Mark O'Donnell, composer Marc Shaiman and lyricist Scott Wittman outline the journey the piece took from being a John Waters and Divine cult movie to hitting the Broadway stage; offer a peek at the process that created this smash hit and discuss the social messages that the show sends, both in its content and it's non-traditional casting.
2007-06-2000 min
Tony Award Winners on Working In The TheatreProduction: Hairspray - December, 2002The creative team behind the Broadway musical Hairspray, producers Richard Frankel (Tony Award winner for the 2007 revival of Company) and Margo Lion (Tony Awards for Hairspray in 2003 and Elaine Stritch at Liberty in 2002), co-book writer Thomas Meehan (Tony Awards for Annie, The Producers and Hairspray), choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Tony winner for the 2005 revival of La Cage aux Folles), director Jack O'Brien (Tony Winner for Hairspray, Henry IV in 2004 and The Coast of Utopia), co-book writer Mark O'Donnell (Tony Award for Hairspray) andTony winning-composer/lyricist team Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (for Hairspray) outline the journey the piece took from being...
2007-06-2000 min