Brought back by popular demand enjoy our returning mini-review series all about the hit and Emmy award winning musical tv show 'Schmigadoon!'. Join Mackenzie once again as he dives back into this series which has now rebranded to 'Schmicago!' and has evolved to reflect the musicals of the late 60s and 70s. He provides a breaks down to the various connections and easter eggs between this musical show and the musicals that inspired it like Cabaret, Chicago, Godspell, Hair, Pippin, Annie and Sweeney Todd. Plus he sings the praises of fabulous musical numbers that appeared in this episode. Stay tune for more episode reviews!

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In case you missed our live stream, enjoy this edited audio only version of our Live Movie Musical Commentary of 'The Greatest Showman'. Listen to Mackenzie and special guest co-host Jamie Knox break down the music, direction, and performances in this surprise smash hit movie musical. Enjoy as these two friends from Stratford Shakespeare School discuss where the line is for historical accuracy in films, the pros and cons of vocal dubbing in movie musicals. Plus they explore what the story for the potential sequel might entail.

All this and a million dreams is all it's gonna take.

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In case you missed our live stream, enjoy this edited audio only version of our Live Movie Musical Commentary of 'Chicago'. Listen to Mackenzie and special guest co-host Jessica Maxwell break down the adaptation, direction, and performances in this best picture winning movie musical. Enjoy as these two long time friends discuss their opinions on some of the alternative casting choices, the Canadian connections to the film and the importance of knowing how to properly stage and edit musical numbers for film! 

All this and a razzle dazzle court room.

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Yesterday (Thursday March 9th, 2023) the legendary performer of stage and screen Chaim Topol passed away at the age of 87. He is best known for his portrayal of the poor milkman Tevye in the musical Fiddler on the Roof. He portrayed this role on stage more than 3,500 times from 1967 through 2009 and to critical acclaim on the big screen in the 1971 film adaptation. So, in honour of Topol's greatest performance we are releasing our Remastered version of our season 2 opening episode which deep dives into this traditional yet timeless musical! Plus enjoy the fixed the sound quality too!

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In case you missed our live stream, enjoy this edited audio only version of our Live Movie Musical Commentary of 'Little Shop of Horrors'. Listen to Mackenzie and special guest co-host Jillian Robinson break down the adaptation, direction, and performances in this horticultural movie musical. Enjoy as these two friends discuss how this film explores the concept of class, the two endings of the film, and the amazing puppetry. Plus they reveal their somewhere that's green! 

All this and a horrific trip to the dentist.

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Work on season 5 continues and we promise it will be out in early 2023. But in the meantime, for the next few works we have something special. Enjoy listening to some of the musical themed episodes of 'The Cup' which are from our host and producer Mackenzie's other theatrical venture, Cup of Hemlock Theatre.

For this week we have a Duet Review of Fiddler’s Journey to the Big Screen, Daniel Raim’s 2022 behind-the-scenes documentary about Norman Jewison’s 1971 film adaptation of the beloved stage musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Enjoy as Mackenzie and Ryan Borochovitz discuss the goyish protagonism of Jewison, the quest for authenticity, and the challenges of adapting a stage musical to film!

We hope you enjoy this bonus episode and stay tuned for upcoming announcements on season 5!

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Work on season 5 continues and we promise it will be out in early 2023. But in the meantime, for the next few works we have something special. Enjoy listening to some of the musical themed episodes of 'The Cup' which are from our host and producer Mackenzie's other theatrical venture, Cup of Hemlock Theatre.

For this week we have a Duet Review of Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles, the 2019 documentary about the history and legacy of the beloved stage musical, Fiddler on the Roof. Enjoy as Mackenzie and Ryan Borochovitz discuss the supposed universalism of this distinctly Jewish story, the volatile directing style of Jerome Robbins, and (of course) TRADITION!   

Watch the documentary on BroadwayHD (subscription needed): https://www.broadwayhd.com/movies/fiddler-a-miracle-of-miracles?display=portrait

We hope you enjoy this bonus episode and stay tuned for upcoming announcements on season 5!

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In case you missed our live stream, enjoy part 2 of this edited audio only version of our Live Movie Musical Commentary of 'Fiddler on the Roof '. Enjoy the conclusion to Mackenzie and special guest co-host Ryan Borochovitz's deep dive into the world of Anatevka. They enter the age old debate about Tevye's choice to exile his daughter Chava. Plus hear them converse about if they believe Tevye and Golde do truly love one another.

All this and a tragic edict from the Constable!

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In case you missed our live stream, enjoy part 1 of this edited audio only version of our Live Movie Musical Commentary of 'Fiddler on the Roof '. Enjoy as Mackenzie and special guest co-host Ryan Borochovitz return for a third time to Anatevka after their reviews of the documentaries 'Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles' and 'Fiddler's Journey to the Big Screen' over on their other venture 'The Cup'. Mackenzie and Ryan deep dive into the brilliant direction, express their enthusiasm over the performances and converse about why this film remains timeless and if the announced remake should happen. 

All this and posing problems that would cross a rabbi's eyes!

Don't forget to tune in next week for Part 2. But if you cannot wait you can always watch the full video of the Live Commentary!

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Work on season 5 continues and we promise it will be out in early 2023. But in the meantime, for the next few works we have something special. Enjoy listening to some of the musical themed episodes of 'The Cup' which are from our host and producer Mackenzie's other theatrical venture, Cup of Hemlock Theatre.

For this week we have a Duet Review of Netflix’s recently released pro-shot of Diana: The Musical. Enjoy as Mackenzie and Jillian Robinson discuss Princess Diana’s legacy and the ethics of telling her story (through song and dance, or otherwise).

We hope you enjoy this bonus episode and stay tuned for upcoming announcements on season 5!

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