Dead Outlaw was without a doubt one of the most unique new musicals on Broadway this season. Join Tara and Stefania on Elmer’s wild journey as we discuss yet another show that centres around the meaning of death. . . . "Dead" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Up to the Stars" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Something From Nothing" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Indian Train" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Why Look Around The...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Born from NBC's iconic TV show, SMASH made its Broadway debut, and took its final bow. Tara and Stefania talk about how they rewrote the story of Ivy vs Karen into a chaos of alcoholics, laxatives and meta storylines. Join us! . . . "Let me be Your Star" - SMASH (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "On Lexington & 52nd Street" - SMASH (The Complete Season One) "Rewrite This Story" - SMASH (The Complete Season Two) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only....
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Tara and Stefania are hitting the road this week with Maybe Happy Ending! We'll talk rush seat sight lines, Tony winning performances, and how love translate across languages. Hop in! . . . “When You’re In Love” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “The Rainy Day We Met” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “What I Learned From People” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “Chasing Fi...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 14 min
This week, we’re exploring Broadway’s revival of Floyd Collins! Tara and Stefania talk about the hauntingly beautiful score, infamous staging choices and if this is finally Jeremy’s year for a Tony. Come on, we’re a-callin’! . . . "The Riddle Song " - Floyd Collins (1996 Original Off-Broadway Cast) "The Dream" - Floyd Collins (1996 Original Off-Broadway Cast) "The Call" - Lincoln Center Theatre Youtube "Some People” - NPR Tiny Desk Gypsy “My First Real Love” - Lawrence feat. Jonathan Groff All m...
May 26, 2025•1 hr 22 min
A jam-packed season, two jam-packed episodes -- it's time for part two of the Tony nominations! We're hitting the road, and we'll tell you 'why love' the shows on stage this year.
May 12, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Tara and Stefania jump into this stacked season of theatre, as they break down the acting categories of the musicals on Broadway. It’s time to fill out your ballot - who are you picking this year?
May 05, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Britta Johnson joins us again to talk about Life After, her newest show hitting the Toronto stage. Britta shares her opening night experience, changes that happened during the development of the musical, and the power of authenticity in storytelling. We’re so lucky to welcome her back to the pod, join us! . . . "Poetry" - Life After All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.
May 03, 2025•33 min
Low-rise jeans, oversized sunnies, and musical comedies at center stage. We’re rewinding to the 2005 Tony's — twenty years later, who’s your Best New Musical winner? . . . “The First Goodbye” - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Original Broadway Cast recording) “Pandemonium” - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Original Broadway Cast recording) “The Beauty Is” - The Light in the Piazza (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “Aiutami” - The Light in the Piazza (Original Broadway Cast Recor...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 26 min
Get your waterproof mascara on, because this week Tara and Stefania are ranking their top tearjerkers! Grab that box of tissues, and join us in the car for an emotional ride. . . . "Being Alive" - Company (2006 Broadway Revival) "Not A Day Goes By" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording) "Not A Day Goes By Reprise" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording) "Sunday" - Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Heart of Stone" - Six: Live on Openin...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome! We're heading back to the Kit Kat Klub to talk about the newest revival of Cabaret! Tara and Stefania chat about the immersive nature, underlying morals and different iterations of the classic show. Start celebrating, right this way, come to the cabaret! . . . "I Don't Care Much" - Adam Lambert performs Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club "Willkommen" - Cabaret (2021 Cast Recording) "Cabaret"- Cabaret (2021 Cast Recording) "Waves and Wires" - How to Dance in Ohio (Origina...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 27 min
We're heading to Tulsa to talk Greasers, rush lines, and fight calls! Tara and Stefania could talk to you all night about the Tony award winning best musical, The Outsiders! Stay gold! . . . "Little Brother" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast) "Throwing in the Towel" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast) "Stay Gold" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast) "Tulsa '67" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast) Sara Bareilles ft. R...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 4 min
We’re taking a trip back to the 80s this week, as we review Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical! This jukebox show comments on altruism, community, and the power of music to influence the world. Join us!
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 16 min
We’re starting off the year the only way we know how, with our way too early Tony nominations! Are we crazy? Do we have a crystal ball? Who are you picking for this year's awards? . . . "How Glory Goes" - Floyd Collins (Original Cast Recording) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 50 min
What a year! We've made it to the end of 2024, which means it's time to review the incredible shows we've seen this year. We were so lucky to see performances that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with theatre all over again - listen now to our most memorable moments of 2024!
Dec 29, 2024•1 hr 49 min
This week, we are rejoicifying in the existence of the Wicked movie, as we break down Jon Chu's take on the popular musical. Tara and Stefania talk casting choices, stylized vocals, and what we want to see in part two! So sit back, have a drink of green elixir, and join us for a Wicked movie debrief 💗💚 . . . "Popular" - Wicked: The Soundtrack "The Wizard and I" - Wicked: The Soundtrack "Dancing Through Life" - Wicked: The Soundtrack "No One Mourns The Wicked" - Wicked: The Soundtrack "Ozdust D...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 40 min
This week, Tara and Stefania host Seth Zosky to talk about his role as Jack, in Mirvish’s production of Titanique! Seth tells us about being part of a show that instills so much joy and comedy to its audiences. Join us for the adventure! . . . "Taking Chance" - Titanique All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Dec 16, 2024•35 min
Tara and Stefania are here to give you the morning report on the pride (rock) of Disney Theatrical Productions --- The Lion King is still roaring on Broadway after 27 years, and has a number of accolades from highest grossest Broadway production to the first female to win the Tony for Best Director. We just can’t wait for you to listen -- join us!! . . . "Circle of Life" - The Lion King: Original Broadway Cast "I Just Can't Wait To Be King" - The Lion King: Original Broadway Cast "Hakuna Matata"...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Tara and Stefania talk about casting, cameras and composers as we travel to Sunset Boulevard! Broadway’s latest revival has the star power and orchestrations that dreams are made of - join us! . . . "The Car Chase" - SUNSET BLVD: The Album "As If We Never Said Goodbye" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM "The Phone Call" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM "Sunset Boulevard" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM Man of the House - ROMEO + JULIET - Rachel Zegler All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only....
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 57 min
This week, Irene Sankoff joins Tara and Stefania to tell them about the creative process behind the Canadian sensation, Come From Away. As one half of the writing team, Irene talks about using motifs in storytelling, trial and error writing methods, and how niche Canadian jokes translate internationally.
Oct 28, 2024•33 min
Tara and Stefania bring you a different kind of episode, as they recap how they saw 8 shows in 4 days in NYC. Tune in for tips on the rush process, discount tickets, and their initial thoughts on the shows. Hop in!
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 23 min
The leaves are turning, the days are getting shorter, but we’re ramping up for a new season of theatre in New York! Tara and Stefania are fresh off their big city trip to talk about debuts, revivals and developing shows for the upcoming year! . . . "Somewhere That’s Green" - Little Shop (FUNK Cover) ft. Sarah Hyland and Andrew Barth Feldman - Third Reprise All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 24 min
It’s time for a new season of theatre, and Tara and Stefania are here to walk you through the shows we’ll see in the GTA this year. From Toronto to London to Stratford and beyond, we’ve got you covered - join us! . . . "Curious" - Alice in Wonderland - Bad Hats Theatre All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 16 min
We’re off to Shaw Festival this week to talk about the timeless classic, My Fair Lady! Tara and Stefania chat set design, wigs, and modern takes in this week’s episode - join us! . . . "On the Street Where You Live" - My Fair Lady (2018 BROADWAY CAST RECORDING) "The Rain in Spain" - My Fair Lady (2018 BROADWAY CAST RECORDING) "Uncharted Territory" - String (Studio Cast Recording) "New York" - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) [Original London Cast Recording] All music tracks used for ...
Sep 16, 2024•59 min
Join us for another summer at the Stratford Festival! Tara and Stefania talk about our roadtrip to watch two very different musicals: Something Rotten and La Cage aux Folles. . . . "Right Hand Man" - Something Rotten! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Hard to be The Bard" - Something Rotten! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "The Best of Times" - La Cage Aux Folles (New Broadway Cast Recording) "We Are What We Are" - La Cage Aux Folles (New Broadway Cast Recording) "This Is Not Love" from Liz...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 10 min
We’re heading to North Shore High as we talk about Mean Girls, the musical! Tara and Stefania break down costumes, set pieces and stunt casting in the stage performance of the Tina Fey classic. . . . "Apex Predator" - Mean Girls (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Someone Gets Hurt" - Mean Girls (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "What I Was Born to Do" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only....
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 28 min
This week, Tara and Stefania welcome Heather Kosik and Devon Michael Brown to the podcast as we discuss their impressive careers on the Stratford stage! Heather and Devon give us a peak into their backstage lives of makeup, swing calls and two show days - join us!
Aug 05, 2024•54 min
We’re on the road again, as we report from Cambridge, Massachusetts on ART’s Gatsby: An American Myth. Tara and Stefania talk class structure, dance numbers, and dirty shoes in the latest episode. Join us for the (large) party!! . . . "Over the Love" - The Great Gatsby: Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film "Seven Devil" - Ceremonials "The Western Wall" - The Connector (Original Cast Recording) "Too Late to Turn Back Now" - Bonnie & Clyde (Original Broadway Cast Recording" All music tracks used for...
Jul 15, 2024•2 hr 10 min
Come party with us, as Tara and Stefania recount their time at Tina - The Tina Turner Musical! Mirvish's latest show tracks the journey of the Rock n' Roll icon through the ups and downs of her fascinating life. Don't turn this car around, the show's about to start! 🎶 . . . "Proud Mary" - Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Original Cast Recording) "What's Love Got to do With It" - Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Original Cast Recording) "Simply the Best" - Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Original Cas...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Hop in our time machine as we travel back to 2004 to talk all things Tony awards! Tara and Stefania break down the most memorable parts of the musical nominees, join us! . . . "Lot's Wife" - Caroline, Or Change 2004 Tony Performance "Not The Boy Next Door" - The Boy From Oz (Original Broadway Cast) "She Loves to Hear the Music" - The Boy From Oz (Original Broadway Cast) "Defying Gravity" - Wicked (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "For Now" - Avenue Q (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Mixtape"...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Our thoughts on this season seem to be as jam-packed as the eligibility deadline! We had too much to say to fit into just one episode, so please enjoy part two . . . "Mascarade" - Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording) "Great Expectations" - The Outsiders (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "I Wanna Go Back" - The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only....
May 27, 2024•1 hr 20 min
