"What good is sitting alone In your room? Come hear the music play." Grab your fur coat and don't tell mama because this week we're talking about EVERY VERSION OF CABARET for our 150th EPISODE! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitt...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 150
"Tonight I gotta cut Loose, Footloose Kick off your Sunday shoes" Grab your Sunday Shoes because this week we're joined by Adam Tinius of "Entertain the Elk" to talk about the musical adaptation of "Footloose!" We talk high school productions, strange high school theatre stories, and the adaptation process. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess...
Jul 08, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 149
"Lights up on Washington Heights, up at the break of day" Grab your Piragua and hairspray because this week we're talking about the musical "In the Heights" and the recent film adaptation. We have some intense opinions on the recent controversy, the adaptation from stage to screen, and the future of musical movies! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Soci...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 148
"We wanna be free We wanna belong We wanna unearned love or validation" Grab your introspective brain because this week we're joined by Detroit Playwright Cam Blackwell to talk about Michael R. Jackson's Pulitzer winning musical "A Strange Loop!" There is such intense discussion here that you just have to listen to engage with! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merc...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 147
Today we're turning the classic comedy mockumentary "The Office" into a musical despite us not really watching the show. Join the chaos! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 21, 2021•27 min
"I am what I am,,," Grab your mascara and wig because this week we're joined by the HILARIOUS Emily Clark to talk about the Jerry Herman musical "La Cage Aux Folles." We talk about it's historical significance, compare it to other adaptations, and have a blast. You will love this episode! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on...
Jun 17, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 146
"Women sit like angels Men like vultures..." Happy Pride! Grab your trousers and breakfast because this week we're joined by Queer Surrealist Playwright Hayley St James to talk about the first part of the Falsettos Trilogy, "In Trousers." We chat about what the story means, William Finn's aura, and so much more. You'll love it. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merc...
Jun 10, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 145
Today we're creating a musical out of the act of Catfishing -- no, not that kind -- the literal sport of Catfishing. It's such a charming idea too, give it a listen! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitter Brianna on Instagram Use ...
Jun 07, 2021•32 min
"He Lives in you! He lives in me!" Hakuna Your Tata's because this week we're talking about Julie Taymor's brilliant stage adaptation of Disney's The Lion King! We talk about the adaptation from screen to stage, possible cultural appropriation, and what a Lion King Remake would look like if they ever remade it. It is hilarious! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merc...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Today we're creating a musical out of the new film Cruella, and pitching a THIRD Mamma Mia Movie! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitter Brianna on Instagram Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
May 31, 2021•28 min
"I'm on my way!" Grab your M&M's and your Card Deck because this week we're joined by the incredible Pearl Rhein to talk about Violet! We talk about Jeanine Tesori's incredible instrumentation, the specific stage choices, and how to represent "sad dads." You're going to love this! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Ins...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 143
Our BPN Podcasters bring you exclusive interviews with cast and creatives from In the Heights, in theaters on June 11 2021. Watch the video version of this event here: https://youtu.be/py3YLSt8MSo . Interview 1: Daphne Rubin-Vega, interviewed by Salisha Thomas http://bpn.fm/bhbl Interview 2: Olga Merediz and Jimmy Smitts, interviewed by Dori Berinstein http://bpn.fm/ddb Interview 3: Quiara Alegría Hudes (screenwriter), interviewed by Jesse McAnally http://bpn.fm/mwc Interview 4: Scott Sanders (p...
May 24, 2021•58 min
"You go for me and I’m taboo But if you’re hard to get, I’ll go for you" Get ready to have a blast because this week we're joined by the INCREDIBLE Princess Weekes to talk about the incredible musical, "Carmen Jones." We talk about dubbing, representation, and so much more. It's so much fun and you'll learn a lot. You have to listen! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.co...
May 20, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 142
"No one minds it at all If I'm having a ball This is a musical!" Get set to get depressed because this week we're joined by Adam Johnston of YMS to talk about the acclaimed Bjork musical "Dancer in the Dark." Let's have some fun! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twit...
May 13, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 141
Today we're turning the classic David Fincher critique of Capitalism "Fight Club" into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitter Brianna on Instagram Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
May 10, 2021•29 min
"I didn't wanna be a half-blood!" Whip out your teen angst and magic lightning bolts because this week we're to talking about the Young Adult Fantasy Musical "The Lightning Thief." If you've ever had teen angst, you'll have a blast. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on T...
May 06, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 140
Today we're turning the classic Disneyland Dark-Ride "The Haunted Mansion" into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitter Brianna on Instagram Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
May 03, 2021•28 min
"At last I see the light!" Whip out your frying pans and magic hair because this week we're joined by the amazing Joel Arnold to talk about the Disney Cruise Line Musical "Tangled: The Musical." If you've got a dream, you'll love this episode! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram ...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Today we're turning the concept of Funerals into a musical in less than 30 minutes. It's a BLAST! We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram An...
Apr 26, 2021•29 min
"Touch me, just like that!" Pull out your microphones and get set to get edgy because this week we're joined by the amazing Grace Aki to talk about the rock musical Spring Awakening. You're going to--BLAH BLAH BLAH BLAH! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brian...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Today we're turning the concept of Squirrels into a musical in less than 30 minutes. It's a BLAST! We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of Bean Farming into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess o...
Apr 19, 2021•30 min
"Gimme Gimme!" Cut your hair and prepare to cringe because this week we're joined by the amazing James from Schaffrillas to talk about Thoroughly Modern Millie. You're going to love this episode. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twi...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Today we're turning the classic cult comedy "Pee Wee's Big Adventure" into a musical! We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of Bean Farming into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jes...
Apr 12, 2021•27 min
"Prepare Ye the way of the Lord!" Grab your Superman T-shirt and your clown makeup because we're talking about the Classic tribe musical on the Christian Gospels "Godspell!" We have a long debate on religion, talk some rockin' songs, and hear a bit from Roger Ebert! It's a ton of fun! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Ins...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Today we're turning the classic video game "Super Mario Bros" into a musical! We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of Bean Farming into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Ins...
Apr 05, 2021•30 min
Avvatar is a new musical premiering at the Hellinger theatre! Check out more information here: http://avataronbroadway.com/ Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on Twitter Brianna on Instagram Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your a...
Apr 01, 2021•12 min
"Deliver us!" Set that bush a burnin' because this week we're joined by the HILARIOUS Ethan from Sideways to talk about the stage adaptation of the classic Dreamworks animated musical "The Prince of Egypt" You're going to love this! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on T...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Today we're turning the classic early 2000's film "Rugrats in Paris" into a musical! We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of Bean Farming into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess...
Mar 29, 2021•30 min
"Camelot: Camelot..." Grab your sword and round table, this week we talk about the classic musical "Camelot" where we discuss whether the show has aged well over the years. You're going to love this! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Brianna on...
Mar 25, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 134
We're starting a spin off podcast within a podcast called "Make me a Musical" where we try to turn EVERYTHING into a musical, and it's a blast! Today we're turning the concept of Bean Farming into a musical! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on Instagram Andrew on Twitter Brianna Socials Br...
Mar 22, 2021•24 min
