"The party goes with you..." Grab your film developing liquid and dark fables because this week we're talking about Ryan Scott Oliver's 35mm A Musical Exhibition. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Show Produced by: Elizabeth Esten Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musical...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 21 min
"I see you shiver with antici-..." Grab your Frankenstein imagery and fishnets because this week we're diving into the counter culture cult classic musical "The Rocky Horror Show." We dive into it's impact, the difference between the live show and the film, and of course how it's reflected in modern day. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadw...
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 268
"It sucks to be me...." This week Jess sits down with the AMAZING journalist Emily Vanderwerff, and they talk about the way the show has aged, the impact the show had on Emily, and so much more. Take 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 ...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 5 min
In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Marina Kondo, a multi-talented artist who seamlessly bridges two cultures as a singer, actor, dancer, and lyric translator. Marina's journey from her roots in Michigan to gracing the Broadway stage in the sensational K-pop musical and now captivating audiences nationwide as Susan in the National Tour of Company is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Join us as we embark on an imaginative musical adventure, where we transform the very premise of "ph...
Oct 20, 2023•33 min
"Out there, strolling by the Seine Give me one day out there. Like ordinary men..." Grab your bells and christian imagery because this week we're joined by the incredible Ethan from Sideways to talk about the German stage production of Disney's Hunchback of Notre Dame directed by James Lapine. Would you believe that this show used to have incredible visuals?! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the ...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min
"Remy the Ratatouille, the rat of all our dreams!" Jess & Andrew take a look at the BRAND NEW TikTok Musical that just premiered this weekend! Take a look! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2023•39 min
"We're gonna bully the bully," Grab your Horror Pastiche and musical numbers because this week we're talking about the new StarKid Musical "Nerdy Prudes Must Die" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us ...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr
Many are shocked to learn that Evan Hansen is not in fact a 'gay kid' but a monster human. In this weird bonus episode, Jess and Andrew try their best to explain in detail the entire plot of #DearEvanHansen. ABOUT DEH: The musical and film stars Broadway's #BenPlatt and will premiere September 24th, 2021 from Universal Pictures. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Stephen Chbosky, the film is written for the screen by the show’s Tony winner Steven Levenson with music and lyrics by the show’s Oscar, ...
Oct 09, 2023•34 min
"You're in the band," Grab your drums and Cello because this week we're joined by Big Beak Entertainment to talk about Andrew Lloyd Webber's strange musical adaptation of School of Rock! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Chees...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Grace Aki joins Jess this week in place of Elizabeth Esten who will return next week! Grace and Jess count down their top ten FAVORITE ROMANTIC COMEDIES. There's some shockers in there, and some great stories. You'll have a blast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 21 min
"Here me out..." Grab your Voice memo app and mountain of lies because this week we're talking about the Podcast Musical from Chris Littler and Ellen Winter "36 Questions. Andrew and Jess get in a huge fight this episode and it's pretty fun! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Check out this Etsy Shop Social Media: Our WE...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 264
As a super special bonus episode this week, Jess interviews star of stage and screen Kelli O'Hara. They talk about her new show "The Gilded Age," Broadway as a whole, and of course Cheese! You'll have a ton of fun listening to this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 25, 2023•31 min
Welcome aboard as we journey through the enchanting musical landscape of Grey Gardens, guided by none other than Alexis Michelle, Drag Superstar from RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars Season 8. Get ready to be captivated by the eccentric tale of Big Edie and Little Edie, relatives of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, immersed in their own peculiar world of charm and chaos. Alexis shares intriguing insights into her history with the musical and how the current Revival of Chicago has significantly influenced...
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 263
Today we're joined by performer and songwriter Tammy Tuckey, to turn the underrated Disney Animated film "Atlantis the Lost Empire" into a musical! To support Tammy, check out these links: Campaign Link: https://igg.me/at/tammytuckey/x/29181170#/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/singertammytuckey Twitter & Instagram - @TammyTuckey YouTube: www.youtube.com/TammyTuckey www.tammytuckey.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Sep 18, 2023•43 min
Today for a special episode of Make me a Musical Jess is joined by two members of the cast of the Funny Girl National Tour Hannah Shankman and Annaliese Wilbur. Since they both have deep Michigan connections we created a musical out of the State of Michigan! It becomes a Football romance, and you won't believe what happens! Be sure to listen! See Funny Girl on Tour: https://funnygirlonbroadway.com/tour/ Find Annaliese on social media: https://www.instagram.com/annaliese.wilbur/ Find Hannah on So...
Sep 15, 2023•37 min
Brace yourself as we dissect the rules governing Brigadoon, the peculiar village that has been Fiona's home since the 1700s. We discuss the mind-boggling concept of Brigadoon appearing only once every hundred years and its ability to be accessed by outsiders only when they're in love. Are you ready to learn more about the 1966 movie version of Brigadoon or the unpredictable trials and tribulations of Tommy and Jeff in Shmigadoon, Brigadoon's counterpart? We've got all that and more, including an...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 262
Prepare to be transported to the hilarious and entertaining world of musical theatre as we, Jesse, Andrew, and Liz, share our admiration for Star Kid's Trail to Oregon. We dissect the charming eccentricities of this unique musical, from the bite-sized cast and condensed runtime to the flawless comedic performances. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 261
Jess and Andrew dove into the non musical TV sequel of the musical Annie starring Ellie from "The Last of Us" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 40 min
Join us, Jesse and Andrew, on a fascinating tour of the iconic musical, Bye Bye Birdie. We guarantee you an enlightening journey as we trace the musical's journey from stage to screen, highlighting the original concept and its transformation to include the Elvis Presley draft plot. We'll discuss the Broadway production that ran for over 600 shows and the subsequent changes made to accommodate the movie's star, Anne Margaret. Penetrating the surface, we'll uncover the more subtle aspects includin...
Aug 31, 2023•55 min
Gather and hear the tale of Andrew Lloyd Webber and the attempts to translate his stage work to film. We talk the good, the bad, the very bad on this adventure through cinematic musicals. Guest ALW Voices: Brent Black: https://www.youtube.com/user/brentalfloss Schaffrillas Productions: https://www.youtube.com/c/SchaffrillasProductions Marc Bonanni: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7d1YnPq5Wk3J9T6Rmo05jQ Allison Pregler: https://www.youtube.com/c/MovieNightstheSeries Sideways: https://www.youtub...
Aug 28, 2023•58 min
Jess & Andrew take a look at the strange world of Broadway Commercials! Join us for the insanity! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 25, 2023•47 min
"On your mark, get ready, get set now go go go go! It's time for the Pee Wee Herman Show!" Grab your gray suit and red bow tie because this week we're diving into the stage work of Pee Wee Herman! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram ...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 259
"Just Ride! Leave the Past behind you..." Grab your bicycle and tragic backstory because this week we're talking about the West End sensation "Ride: A New Musical" about cyclist Annie Londonderry. Jess does a bit for this episode that doesn't 100% work. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musical...
Aug 17, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 258
"I'm just Ken..." get your pink shirt and emotional trauma because this week we're diving into the box office breaking film of Greta Gerwig "Barbie." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min
🎊 Jess and Andrew sat down to watch the Chris Columbus directed film adaptation of Jonathan Larson’s Rent! 🎊 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 07, 2023•2 hr 18 min
"Wise men say Only fools, only fools rush in..." Grab your pink suit and whacky haircut because this week we're talking about Baz Luhrmann's 2022 box office smash "Elvis." Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatr...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 256
"Mamma mia, here I go again..." Join us this week to take a look at one of the most popular musicals to ever exist, and one we have a deep history with. This week we're joined by our former producer/editor Brianna Jones to talk about the Abba Jukebox musical "Mamma Mia!" Come join the fun! Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Netw...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 255
"Mornin' sun kisses the windows, kisses the walls Of the little white house..." Grab your marital strife and movie tickets because this week we're talking about the Bernstein opera "Trouble in Tahiti" Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instag...
Jul 20, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 254
It's time to graduate kids!!! We're talking about High School Musical 3 so we'll never have to do it again! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2023•2 hr 5 min
"Love if you can And be loved May it last forever..." This week we're joined by an all time favorite guest Grace Aki to talk about Adam Guettel's musical The Light in the Piazza. Credits: Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio This show is a part of the Broadway Podcast Network Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musica...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 253
