Stephen Sondheim plays a huge role in the film Tick, Tick... Boom! Eric Matthew Richardson returns to discuss why teachers are important and whether the movie works. Check out The LEA Project : https://leaproject.dev Eric's website : http://www.ericmatthewrichardson.com Twitter : https://twitter.com/TheEMRMusic You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.com Putting It Togethe...
Jan 31, 2022•55 min•Season 13Ep. 8
After Mrs Lovett reveals she makes the worst pies in London she settles down to tell Sweeney the story about his wife. But how does she know? Margaret Hall joins Kyle to discuss some Lovett theories and also the influence of Paul Gemignani on the show. You can find more information about Gemignani: Life and Lessons from Broadway and Beyond at Margaret's website : https://www.margaret-hall.com You can also follow here on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsmargarethall/ Or on Twitter : https...
Jan 26, 2022•1 hr•Season 13Ep. 7
Mrs. Lovett is one of the all time best theatre characters. Lucas Rougeux joins Kyle to discuss this iconic character and how the song Worst Pies in London serves to show us more about how her true motivations. You can see more of Lucas' work on his website : https://ljrart.squarespace.com You can also follow him on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lucas.j.rougeux/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are usi...
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 13Ep. 6
The rebuttal to No Place Like London. Karen Unland returns to discuss Sweeney Todd's worldview and how this song has echoes throughout the show. You can follow Karen on Twitter : https://twitter.com/KarenUnland And you can listen to the podcast she does with her daughter called That's a Thing?! here: https://thatsathing.transistor.fm You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our dis...
Jan 12, 2022•48 min•Season 13Ep. 5
Are you an optimist or a pessimist? An Anthony or a Sweeney? Adrianna Boris joins Kyle to discuss the first song that advances the story in Sweeney Todd and how its echoes are heard throughout the show. If you want to learn more about Cincinnati Music Theatre you can go here: http://cincinnatimusictheatre.org You can follow Adrianna on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mrswillshakes/ Or Twitter : https://twitter.com/mrswillshakes/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Fin...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 13Ep. 4
Stephen Sondheim was good friends with Leonard Bernstein. In this Sondheim Adjacent episode William White returns to help Kyle understand exactly how Bernstein transformed the world of music in the 21st century. William's podcast The Classical Gabfest : https://cgf.buzzsprout.com William's website : http://www.willcwhite.com William's Twitter : https://twitter.com/willcwhite William's YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/user/willcwhite Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.com Putting It...
Dec 31, 2021•40 min•Season 13Ep. 3
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd starts off the show but then it's returned to a few times throughout. Taylor Darden joins Kyle to discus how this sets the tone of the musical and why it's used so effectively. You can find out more about Taylor Darden on his website : https://www.taylordarden.com/ You can also enjoy his Sweeney Todd parody video on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4wxvj2ujJ1Mt4Kecan6bVw You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going h...
Dec 29, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 13Ep. 2
To set the stage Kyle reads the first chapter of the original tale of Sweeney Todd, then explores the inspirations for the music that will be discussed at length this season. You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Sweeney Todd. The Original Broadway Cast (1979) starring Angela Lansbury, Len Cariou, and Victor Garber. You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://...
Dec 22, 2021•41 min•Season 13Ep. 1
Trailer for the upcoming Sweeney Todd season of Putting It Together. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Dec 22, 2021•2 min
The new film of West Side Story, directed by Steven Spielberg, just came out in theatres. Kyle and Jenn went to the movies and are now going to tell you what they think. You can listen to the podcast Somebody Date Jenn and Kyle here: https://www.somebodydatejennandkyle.com You can follow Jenn here: https://twitter.com/thejennsanford You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo Our sponsors this week are: Pod Power - With Pod...
Dec 10, 2021•55 min•Season 12Ep. 8
Is there a place for us? Christine Chen helps end this mini-series by discussing a song that's been used for many different purposes and covered by almost everyone. Christine's Blog : https://acrossthearch.wordpress.com Christine's Twitter : https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArch Christine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060 Its Twitter : https://twitter.com/bottomlessbway And Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bottomlessbway/ You...
Dec 08, 2021•51 min•Season 12Ep. 7
Who doesn't want to feel pretty, witty, and gay? Christine Chen continues talking with Kyle about the legacy of West Side Story and how this song in particular was permeated the culture. Christine's Blog : https://acrossthearch.wordpress.com Christine's Twitter : https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArch Christine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060 Its Twitter : https://twitter.com/bottomlessbway And Instagram : https://www.instagram.c...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 12Ep. 6
I cried a lot last night and this morning. Here's the best I could do. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Nov 27, 2021•13 min•Season 12Ep. 5
A triumphant song before tragedy strikes. Christine Chen joins Kyle to talk about how this song came together and how it both positively and negatively affects Act 1 of West Side Story. Christine's Blog : https://acrossthearch.wordpress.com Christine's Twitter : https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArch Christine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060 Its Twitter : https://twitter.com/bottomlessbway And Instagram : https://www.instagram.co...
Nov 24, 2021•54 min•Season 12Ep. 4
Christine's Blog : https://acrossthearch.wordpress.com Christine's Twitter : https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArch Christine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060 Its Twitter : https://twitter.com/bottomlessbway And Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bottomlessbway/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our discuss...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 12Ep. 3
What else would you sing about when you only know their name? Christine Chen joins Kyle to kickoff a mini-series devoted to looking back at West Side Story. Christine's Blog : https://acrossthearch.wordpress.com Christine's Twitter : https://twitter.com/AcrossTheArch Christine's podcast, Bottomless Broadway : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bottomless-broadway/id1457465060 Its Twitter : https://twitter.com/bottomlessbway And Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bottomlessbway/ You can pur...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 12Ep. 2
There are so many different recordings of West Side Story. So let's talk about four of them! Zina Lee returns to discuss the musical, the recordings, and film adaptations. You can follow Zina on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/zinajlee/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using four productions to frame our discussion of West Side Story. The Original Broadway Cast (1957) starring Larry Kert, Carol L...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 12Ep. 1
Harold Prince collaborated with Sondheim a lot. He also directed Evita. In this, our first Sondheim Adjacent episode, Kyle talks about his history with Evita and which songs we likes the most. Thanks Patreon! Send feedback to puttingittogetherpodcast@gmail.com Putting It Together is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network: Locally grown. Community supported. Here's their link again: https://www.albertapodcastnetwork.com Recorded by Media Lab YYC . Media Lab is a production company. They he...
Oct 31, 2021•23 min•Season 11Ep. 6
Everyone is saving the good wine for their own funeral right? Colm Molloy returns to discuss Madame Armfeldt's dalliances with the aristocracy. You can check out Colm on Twitter : https://twitter.com/colmmolloy_/ Or Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/colmmolloy_/ Or even his website here: http://colmmolloy.com You can even listen to his music on: His Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/colmmolloy His YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq_yKV2rUiu9MEf8NyP2Tg You can purchase Stephen S...
Oct 27, 2021•50 min•Season 11Ep. 5
William White returns and gives his alternate reading on the song Being Alive. Is it possible that there could be a better way to end the show? William's podcast The Classical Gabfest : https://cgf.buzzsprout.com William's website : http://www.willcwhite.com William's Twitter : https://twitter.com/willcwhite William's YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/user/willcwhite You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using ...
Oct 20, 2021•46 min•Season 11Ep. 4
It's time to put on a toga again. Zina Lee returns to break down the two times Lovely shows up in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. They also try to figure out if there's a way to modernize the show. You can follow Zina on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/zinajlee/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our discussion of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to...
Oct 13, 2021•50 min•Season 11Ep. 3
Although credited with only writing the lyrics, could Sondheim have had a larger influence on this song? Eric Matthew Richardson returns to discuss why Rose's Turn is great and how it's been interpreted over the years. Check out The LEA Project : https://leaproject.dev Eric's website : http://www.ericmatthewrichardson.com Twitter : https://twitter.com/TheEMRMusic You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using thre...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 11Ep. 2
Matt Steele returns to kickoff our miniseries on songs we've talked about before. Let's call it Sondheim Redux ! In this episode Matt insists that Cora should have been a showgirl instead of a politician and Kyle just wants to talk about Square One. You can learn more about Divos! here: https://www.divosthemovie.com You can follow Matt on Twitter : https://twitter.com/ItsMattSteele And on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/itsmattsteele/ You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyric...
Sep 29, 2021•59 min•Season 11Ep. 1
Hidden within an obscure 70s film is a song written by Stephen Sondheim. It's sung by a Madame and it's delightfully dirty. Will White returns to talk about the movie, whether the song works, and its lasting legacy. William's podcast The Classical Gabfest : https://cgf.buzzsprout.com William's website : http://www.willcwhite.com William's Twitter : https://twitter.com/willcwhite William's YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/user/willcwhite You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, ...
Sep 22, 2021•47 min•Season 10Ep. 16
Every recording of a musical is slightly different. Colm Molloy returns to discuss how each album of Pacific Overtures brings something new and which song is the best from each production. You can check out Colm on Twitter : https://twitter.com/colmmolloy_/ Or Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/colmmolloy_/ Or even his website here: http://colmmolloy.com You can even listen to his music on: His Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/colmmolloy His YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxq_y...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 10Ep. 15
Kyle discusses all three cut songs from Pacific Overtures. You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our discussion of Pacific Overtures. The Original Broadway Cast (1976) starring Mako, Isao Sato, Sab Shimono, Yuki Shimoda, and Alvin Ing. You can listen to it on Apple Music: https://apple.co/2TeEjBu Or listen to it on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3gc1GFb Or buy it on Amazon: https://a...
Sep 08, 2021•24 min•Season 10Ep. 14
A song about always looking forward, no matter what your past is. Erik Stadnik returns to provide some insight into the final song of Pacific Overtures. Erik's podcast So Much Stuff to Sing : https://somuchstufftosing.libsyn.com Erik's Twitter : https://twitter.com/sjcAustenite Erik's Prague Blog : http://erikspragueblog.blogspot.com You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are using three productions to frame our dis...
Sep 01, 2021•56 min•Season 10Ep. 13
Ashley Pribyl returns to show this song in particular is the bridge between A Little Night Music and Sweeney Todd . But she also talks with Kyle about such light topics as imperialism and institutional racism. You can pre-order the essay collection Sondheim in Our Time and His here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/sondheim-in-our-time-and-his-9780197603208?cc=ca&lang=en& Follow Ashley on Twitter : https://twitter.com/pribbleprabble Or on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/prib...
Aug 25, 2021•59 min•Season 10Ep. 12
A perfect musical theatre experience. A Bowler Hat is a song that not only explains the theme of Pacific Overtures but also is one of the best stage songs of all time. Sam Simahk joins Kyle to discuss the history of Japan, how this song works, and try to figure out who Spinoza was. Follow Sam on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/soapboxsam/ You can also see what he's up to on his website : http://www.samsimahk.com You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , ...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 10Ep. 11
Japan is opening up. But what do the other nations have to say about that? Donatella Galella comes on to discuss history, Asian representation, and all the different musical styles of "Please Hello". You can read the article that Donatella wrote called Feeling Yellow here: https://escholarship.org/uc/item/3bg763d9 And you can email Donatella Galella at: galella@ucr.edu You can purchase Stephen Sondheim's first book of lyrics, Finishing the Hat , by going here: https://amzn.to/2LB9ZJo We are usin...
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 10Ep. 10
