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This episode features a discussion with Joanna Burns, Justin Anthony Long, and Joël René Scoville about their new musical: Flophouse.

What do you do when the world has forgotten you? Flophouse, an original ensemble musical, explores eight people’s struggle to re-enter a society that disposed of them long ago. It’s 2009; Obama’s in the White House, Billionaire Bloomberg’s in his third term and America’s in a devastating recession. Down in New York’s Bowery District residents of a flophouse or single room occupancy, learn that, thanks to gentrification, they have three days to find new housing.

In this episode, you'll hear the songs ‘Til I Get Back On My Feet’ and ‘Ruby Woo’, both performed by Joanna Burns.

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Instagram: @therealjoannaburns

Website: https://joannaburns.com/

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In this episode, we continue our discussion with Stephanie L. Carlin and about the new musical: Spectrum.

Spectrum features a book, music and lyrics by Stephanie L. Carlin, and is directed by Kate Trammell. It follows Matthew, a young man on the autism spectrum who has just been told he needs to move out of his parents’ place. He finds the quietest spot with no stimulation whatsoever—a gay bar.

This episode features the songs 'Gay 101' and ‘If You Were a Woman’, as well as the game ‘What’s in a Name?’ where we come up with the very best musical theatre-inspired drag name.

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Website: https://www.stephanielcarlin.com

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This episode features a discussion with Stephanie L. Carlin about the new musical: Spectrum.

Spectrum features a book, music and lyrics by Stephanie L. Carlin, and is directed by Kate Trammell. It follows Matthew, a young man on the autism spectrum who has just been told he needs to move out of his parents’ place. He finds the quietest spot with no stimulation whatsoever—a gay bar.

This episode features the song ‘In Between’, performed by Laura Cetti, Alec Phan, Mel Schaffer, Emmet Smith and Socks Whitmore.

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Instagram: @sleotacarlin

Website: https://www.stephanielcarlin.com

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Jeff Calhoun and Jonathan Brielle about the new musical, A Complicated Woman.

John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast.

A Complicated Woman plays May 10 - June 2, 2024 at Goodspeed Musicals.

This episode features the song ‘I Chose You’ performed by L Morgan Lee and Darius de Haas, as well as a game we call Summer Stacked, where we discuss our dream summer stock musical casts and productions.

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Instagram: @thejeffcalhoun

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This episode features a discussion with Jeff Calhoun and Jonathan Brielle about the new musical: A Complicated Woman.

John Kenley was a theatre impresario who brought Hollywood stars like Gene Kelly and Ann Miller to Ohio’s summer stock stages. But when summer ended, he wintered in Florida where John disappeared… and Jean came to life. A Complicated Woman is a new musical that features a Golden Age score and a gender-diverse cast. Join us for the intriguing story of a theatre legend who had to navigate the joy, pain and pitfalls of leading a double life.

A Complicated Woman is playing May 10 - June 2, 2024 at Goodspeed Musicals.

This episode features the songs ‘The Man Who Runs The Show’, performed by Nora Bridgid Monahan and ‘Nina Mae’ performed by L Morgan Lee.

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Instagram: @thejeffcalhoun

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In this episode, we continue our discussion with Jennifer Lucy Cook, T.J. Pieffer, and Shelby Solla about their new musical SALEM.

Salem 

Outlandish conspiracy theories; misinformation spreading like wildfire; and an infamously controversial trial in the early 90’s. Yep, this is 17th century New England. 

SALEM is a dark musical comedy that follows two Puritan teenagers, Abby and Betty, as they plant accusations of witchcraft in an attempt to con their way out of the oppressive theocratic swamp town of Salem, Massachusetts. After pushing the limits of townie gossip, they find themselves centered in a web of witchy conspiracies more intricate than they ever could’ve imagined.

With pamphleteers presented as 1690’s cable news anchors, deliciously danceable pop musical numbers, and an apparition of the Devil forged from the imagination of a teenage girl, this is not your high school English teacher’s take on "The Crucible.”

This episode features the songs ‘An Idle Brain Invites the Devil In’, performed by Jennifer Lucy Cook and ‘Witch Hunter General’ performed by Peter White and Jennifer Lucy Cook. The musical tracks were co-produced by Jennifer Lucy Cook and Peter White.

Connect with Jennifer Lucy Cook:

Instagram: @jenlucycook

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Instagram: @tjpieffer

Connect with Shelby Solla:

Instagram: @shelbysolla

Connect with Salem:

Website: https://www.salemmusical.com/

Instagram: @salemthemusical

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This episode features a discussion with Jennifer Lucy Cook, T.J. Pieffer, and Shelby Solla about their new musical Salem.

Salem 

Outlandish conspiracy theories; misinformation spreading like wildfire; and an infamously controversial trial in the early 90’s. Yep, this is 17th century New England. 

SALEM is a dark musical comedy that follows two Puritan teenagers, Abby and Betty, as they plant accusations of witchcraft in an attempt to con their way out of the oppressive theocratic swamp town of Salem, Massachusetts. After pushing the limits of townie gossip, they find themselves centered in a web of witchy conspiracies more intricate than they ever could’ve imagined.

With pamphleteers presented as 1690’s cable news anchors, deliciously danceable pop musical numbers, and an apparition of the Devil forged from the imagination of a teenaged girl, this is not your high school English teacher’s take on "The Crucible.”

This episode features the song ‘Cursed’, performed by Jennifer Lucy Cook and Kay Sebal.

Connect with Jennifer Lucy Cook:

Instagram: @jenlucycook

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Instagram: @tjpieffer

Connect with Shelby Solla:

Instagram: @shelbysolla

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Website: https://www.salemmusical.com/

Instagram: @salemthemusical

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In this episode, we continue our discussion with Justin Huertas about his musicals Lizard Boy and Lydia and the Troll.

Lizard Boy

If the world were against you, would you still save it? Trevor feels like a monster. Scaly and green-skinned, he rarely braves the city outside his apartment. When a powerful voice calls to him in a dream, he impulsively finds a date on Grindr, and begins an adventure, beyond his wildest apocalyptic nightmares. Sparks fly in this queer indie rock action romance and pulses with fierce conflict, and fiercer harmonies on its heart pounding journey of self-discovery.

Lydia and the Troll

Lydia is struggling to find her voice. As a Black woman on the brink of breaking through the music industry, her dreams of being a record producer feel just out of her reach. But when a mysterious stranger offers her a chance to level up, Lydia embarks on a thrilling journey of self-discovery to take back what is hers.

Connect with Justin:

Instagram: @Justinhuertas

Connect with Lizard Boy:

Website: https://www.lizardmusical.com/

Instagram: @lizardmusical

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This episode features a discussion with Justin Huertas about his musicals Lizard Boy and Lydia and the Troll.

Lizard Boy

If the world were against you, would you still save it? Trevor feels like a monster. Scaly and green-skinned, he rarely braves the city outside his apartment. When a powerful voice calls to him in a dream, he impulsively finds a date on Grindr, and begins an adventure, beyond his wildest apocalyptic nightmares. Sparks fly in this queer indie rock action romance and pulses with fierce conflict, and fiercer harmonies on its heart pounding journey of self-discovery.

Lydia and the Troll

Lydia is struggling to find her voice. As a Black woman on the brink of breaking through the music industry, her dreams of being a record producer feel just out of her reach. But when a mysterious stranger offers her a chance to level up, Lydia embarks on a thrilling journey of self-discovery to take back what is hers.

This episode features the song ‘Survive’ from Lydia and the Troll, with music and lyrics by Justin Huertas, and music production by Steven Tran.

Connect with Justin:

Instagram: @Justinhuertas

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Website: https://www.lizardmusical.com/

Instagram: @lizardmusical

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This special BONUS episode of Backstage Pass features a discussion with Jenn Colella, L Morgan Lee, S.C. Lucier, Megan Rose, Héctor Flores, and Jessie MacBeth about Xena: Warrior Musical.

On their way to the Amazon village to celebrate the naming ceremony of a promising new Junior Regent, Xena and Gabrielle learn of a Roman Warlord's plot to steal an invaluable and very powerful item from the tribe. With Joxer's help, Xena uncovers the details of the scheme, but not before our villain Kako attacks the Amazons and kidnaps leader-in-training, Myrina. With Ephiny injured and Myrina missing, Gabrielle has no choice but to promise her presence remains in the village, leading Xena down a path of traveling alone. Aphrodite and Ares manage to narrate the tale despite engaging in their signature battle of wits. Will the Amazons prevail in the face of an endless and devastating greed? Will their new leader, Myrina, live to restore strength to the Amazon Nation? Will Xena and Gabrielle ever express their feelings for one another or will they go their separate ways? This action-packed show is an exciting new way to experience the timeless characters of the Xenaverse. New Songs. New Story. Same hero.

This episode features the songs ‘If We Were’ performed by Jessie MacBeth and Grace Hamashima, ‘Above It All’ performed by L Morgan Lee, and 'Asking Too Much' performed by Jenn Colella.

Connect with Xena: Warrior Musical

Website: https://www.xenawarriormusical.com/

Instagram: @xenawarriormusical

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Instagram: @jenncolella

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Instagram: @lmorganlee

Connect with S.C. Lucier:

Instagram: @luci_lawless

Connect with Meghan Rose:

Instagram: @meghanrose.biteme

Connect with Jessie MacBeth

Instagram: @jesslouisemac

Connect with Héctor Flores

Instagram: @hectorfloresjr35

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