In this episode, we are live from the Museum of Broadway at the Broadway Podcast Network POD FEST. This conversation features Anna K Jacobs (Teeth), and Kait Kerrigan & Nathan Tysen (The Great Gatsby) in a discussion about writing for the stage. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2024•40 min•Ep. 179
In this episode, we discuss the new play from Paula Vogel MOTHER PLAY. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch MOTHER PLAY playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on MOTHER PLAY on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2024•32 min•Ep. 178
In this episode, we discuss the new musical SUFFS. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch SUFFS playing at The Music Box. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on SUFFS on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2024•32 min•Ep. 177
In this episode, we discuss the new musical GUN & POWDER playing at Paper Mill Playhouse. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch GUN & POWDER playing until May 5th at Paper Mill. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on GUN & POWDER on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2024•33 min•Ep. 176
In this episode, we discuss the new Broadway musical LEMPICKA. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch LEMPICKA playing at the Longacre Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on LEMPICKA on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2024•33 min•Ep. 175
In this episode, we discuss the new Broadway musical THE OUTSIDERS. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch THE OUTSIDERS playing at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on THE OUTSIDERS on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 12, 2024•32 min•Ep. 174
In this episode, we discuss the off-broadway production of OH MARY! Starring Cole Escola as Mary Todd Lincoln. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch OH MARY! playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on OH MARY! on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 10, 2024•32 min•Ep. 173
In this special episode, we discuss the upcoming Spring 2024 Broadway season with Rye Myers. Join us as we dive into what stands out in the upcoming shows, explore the intriguing world of stunt casting, discuss emerging trends, and even make some early Tony predictions. We cover a range of productions, including "Lempicka," "Suffs," "The Wiz," "Stereophonic," "Hell's Kitchen," "The Heart of Rock and Roll," "Cabaret," "Mary Jane," "Uncle Vanya," "Mother Play," "Patriots," The Great Gatsby," and "...
Apr 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 172
In this episode, we discuss the new 2024 Broadway Revival of THE WHO'S TOMMY. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch THE WHO'S TOMMY playing at the Nederlander Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on THE WHO'S TOMMY on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 03, 2024•31 min•Ep. 171
In this episode, we discuss the new Broadway Musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch WATER FOR ELEPHANTS playing at the Imperial Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on THE NOTEBOOK on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2024•34 min•Ep. 170
In this episode, we discuss the new Broadway Musical THE NOTEBOOK. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch THE NOTEBOOK playing at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on THE NOTEBOOK on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2024•34 min•Ep. 169
In this episode, we discuss the new Broadway Play APPROPRIATE by Brendan Jacobs-Jenkins. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch APPROPRIATE playing at the Belasco Theatre. Lila Neugebauer directs the play. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on APPROPRIATE on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...
Mar 22, 2024•35 min•Ep. 168
In this episode, we discuss the 2024 Broadway Revival of John Patrick Shanley's DOUBT: A PARABLE. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch DOUBT playing through Roundabout Theatre Company at the Todd Haimes Theatre. The play is starring Amy Ryand and Liev Schreiber and is directed by Scott Ellis. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Please share your thoughts on DOUBT: A P...
Mar 20, 2024•32 min•Ep. 167
In this episode, we sit down to discuss the off-broadway musical DEAD OUTLAW. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the musical yet, you can catch DEAD OUTLAW playing at Audible Theatre at Minetta Lane Theatre. Dead Outlaw features a book by Tony Award winner Itamar Moses, music & lyrics by Erik Della Penna & Tony Award winner David Yazbek and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast ...
Mar 15, 2024•31 min•Ep. 166
In this episode, we sit down to discuss the off-broadway play THE LIFE & SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch THE LIFE & SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS playing at New World Stages. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on THE LIFE & SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices....
Mar 08, 2024•30 min•Ep. 165
In this episode, we sit down to discuss the off-broadway play THE SEVEN YEAR DISAPPEAR starring Cynthia Nixon and Taylor Trensch. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch THE SEVEN YEAR DISAPPEAR playing at The Pershing Square Signature Center Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on THE SEVEN YEAR DISAPPEAR on our podcast cover post. Learn more ...
Mar 06, 2024•28 min•Ep. 164
In this episode, we sit down with playwright Mona Pirnot to discuss her current play, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE. Please note that this episode may contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE playing at the New York Theatre Workshop until March 7th. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE on our podcast cover post. MO...
Mar 01, 2024•29 min•Ep. 163
In this episode, we sit down to discuss New York City Center Encores! JELL'Y'S LAST JAM. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the show yet, you can catch JELLY'S LAST JAM playing at New York City Center until March 3rd. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on JELLY'S LAST JAM on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 28, 2024•33 min•Ep. 162
In this episode, we sit down to discuss the off-broadway musical A SIGN OF THE TIMES. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch A SIGN OF THE TIMES playing at New World Stages. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on A SIGN OF THE TIMES on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 23, 2024•33 min•Ep. 161
In this episode, we sit down with playwright Max Wolf Friedlich to discuss his current play, JOB, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. Please note that this episode will contain spoilers about the show. If you haven't seen the play yet, you can catch JOB playing at the Connelly Theatre in NYC until March 23rd. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on JOB on our podcast cover post. Learn more about your ad choices....
Feb 21, 2024•37 min•Ep. 160
In this episode, we delve into the world premiere musical of THE CONNECTOR at MCC Theater, crafted by the talented trio of Jonathan Marc Sherman, Jason Robert Brown, and Daisy Prince. From unraveling the intricate plot to analyzing standout performances and directorial decisions, we offer a comprehensive conversation that provides valuable insights for both theater enthusiasts who missed the show and those seeking a deeper understanding after attending. Join us as we share our overall experience...
Feb 16, 2024•33 min•Ep. 159
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the off-Broadway play JONAH from Roundabout Theatre Company, joined by none other than the play's star, Gabby Beans. We explore the plot, concept, and behind-the-scenes insights, discussing Gabby's experiences working with the director, creative team, and cast. We also touch on her role in SKIN OF OUR TEETH and share some captivating behind-the-scenes theatre stories. Whether you're unable to catch the show or seeking a richer understanding after seeing ...
Feb 14, 2024•32 min•Ep. 158
In this episode, we delve into the off-Broadway play RUSSIAN TROLL FARM: A Workplace Comedy. Join us as we explore the intricate plot and thought-provoking concept of the show, dissect the standout performances by the talented cast, and delve into the timely theme of the dangers lurking within the depths of the internet. Whether you're unable to catch the play in person or seeking a deeper understanding after experiencing it live, this episode is your backstage pass to our take on the production...
Feb 09, 2024•31 min•Ep. 157
Welcome to "Half Hour with Jeff & Richie," in this episode, we delve into the new off-Broadway musical, WHITE ROSE: THE MUSICAL. Join us as we share our insights on the show's plot and concept, the performances by the cast, and what resonated with us, as well as what didn't quite hit the mark. Whether you're unable to catch the show in person or seeking a deeper understanding after attending, our discussion is sure to provide valuable perspectives. WHITE ROSE: THE MUSICAL is playing until Ma...
Feb 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 156
Welcome to "Half Hour with Jeff & Richie," where we dissect the latest theater experiences for both the seasoned theatergoer and the curious newcomer. In this episode, we delve into the off-Broadway play JOB, featuring stellar performances by Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. From unraveling the intricacies of the plot and concept to analyzing the actors' compelling portrayals, we explore how this production transforms from a seemingly straightforward narrative into a gripping psychological ...
Feb 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 155
Welcome to "Half Hour with Jeff & Richie," where we delve into the world of theater and dissect the latest productions. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the new musical, DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, featuring performances by Kelli O’Hara and Brian d’Arcy James. Join us as we explore the intricate plot and concept, analyze the actors' performances, critique the scenic design, and examine how the musical bravely addresses the challenging topic of addiction. Whether you've seen the show and...
Jan 31, 2024•34 min•Ep. 154
Welcome to "Half Hour with Jeff & Richie," where we dive into the world of theater and share our insights on the latest productions we see. In this episode, we dissect the captivating performance of "Once Upon a Mattress" that we recently experienced at New York City Center Encores! We explore the intricacies of the plot and concept, celebrate the remarkable talent of leading actress Sutton Foster, and ponder the enduring relevance of Golden Age theatre in modern times. Whether you're unable...
Jan 26, 2024•34 min•Ep. 153
In this episode, we discuss the 2024 movie musical MEAN GIRLS and dive into its captivating world of high school drama and catchy tunes. Join us as we explore the movie's plot, the iconic characters of Cady and Regina, the direction, actor performances, and design, and Paramount's tricky yet effective marketing strategies that brought the film to the spotlight. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the original movie, the musical, or a newcomer to the Mean Girls universe, this episode has something f...
Jan 24, 2024•35 min•Ep. 152
In this episode, we discuss Manhattan Theatre Club’s production of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC, written by Joshua Harmon and directed by David Cromer. We dive into the show's compelling plot, the masterful direction, standout performances, and stunning design, sharing our personal experiences and delving into the show's marketing. Join us as we explore our final thoughts on this thought-provoking piece. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for all things theatre, and if you're interested ...
Jan 19, 2024•32 min•Ep. 151
In this special 150th episode, we have a conversation with Paul Wontorek from Broadway.com about the upcoming Winter 2024 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Join us as we dive into what stands out in the upcoming shows, explore the intriguing world of stunt casting, discuss emerging trends, and even make some early Tony predictions. We cover a range of productions including "Prayer For The French Republic," "Day Of Wine And Roses," "Doubt," "The Notebook," "Water For Elephants," "An Enemy of The ...
Jan 17, 2024•33 min•Ep. 150
