Musicals with Cheese

"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!

Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf

Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf

Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK

Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio

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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!

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"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!

Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf

Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf

Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK

Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio

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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!

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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 her movement and drag style. 

Our voyage takes us deeper into the heart of Grey Gardens, as we dissect its intriguing story, set against the backdrop of the 1940s. Expect a wealth of wisdom as we delve into the significance of the songs and discuss how they can be interpreted or even omitted in the face of today's social dynamics. Edifying discussions around the original off-Broadway production, Alexis's personal Broadway experience, and the importance of other significant musicals like Spring Awakening and Piazza, make for an engaging experience. 

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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

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Musicals with Cheese on Twitter

Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram

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Jesse McAnally on Twitter

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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 intriguing look at a possible alternate universe fanfic.

The episode concludes with a harmonious exploration of Brigadoon's impressive musical score. We unpack the charm of unforgettable tracks like Fiona's 'I Want a Laddie', Charlie's 'Go Home With Bonnie Jean', and the heart-rending 'There But For You Go I'. Finally, we rank Lerner and Lowe musicals and share our mixed feelings about Brigadoon. Oh, and did we mention an unexpected detour through the Columbo episode Agenda for Murder? All this packed into one episode! So, come along and join us on this magical musical journey.

(0:00:06) - Intro

(0:11:16) - Understanding the Concept of Brigadoon

(0:19:59) - Shmigadoon, Brigadoon, Failed Couples and Patrick Wilson

(0:33:21) - Musical Score in Brigadoon

(0:44:20) - Brigadoon and Musical Tier List Discussion

(0:49:33) - Discussion on Brigadoon and Colombo

(0:59:50) - The Impact of Columbo on Viewers

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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.

Hosts: Jesse McAnally & Andrew DeWolf

Podcast Edited By: Andrew DeWolf

Theme Songs: Robyn Nash of IOU Music UK

Keeper of the Cheese: Juliet Antonio

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Jess and Andrew dove into the non musical TV sequel of the musical Annie starring Ellie from "The Last of Us"

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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 including the whitewashing of characters and the shift in focus on the musical's storyline.

As we dissect the film adaptation, you'll gain an understanding of the various alterations that occurred, such as the introduction of the now iconic song 'Bye Bye Birdie'. We'll evaluate the restructuring of the narrative to focus more on Ed Sullivan and critique the 1960s reviews and critical response. Together, we'll lay bare the impact of these changes on the overall structure and reception of the musical.

Moving to the musical numbers, we'll dissect the lyrics of songs like "How Lovely to Be a Woman", examining the questionable message it sends across in the movie. We'll ponder over the darker implications behind the musical number 'Kids' and question the decision to omit certain plot lines from the film. Finally, we'll wrap up with our personal rating of the movie, and what we think about it. So sit back, relax, and let's explore Bye Bye Birdie together.

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

Our WEBSITE

Musicals with Cheese on Twitter

Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram

Email us at [email protected]

Merch!!

Jess Socials

Jesse McAnally on Twitter

Jess McAnally on Instagram

Andrew Socials

Andrew DeWolf on Instagram

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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.youtube.com/c/Sideways440

LadyKnightTheBrave:

https://www.youtube.com/c/Ladyknightthebrave

Emily Clark:

https://www.youtube.com/user/Divinemissem82

Musical Hell:

https://www.youtube.com/c/MusicalHell

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:43 - Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)

8:20 - Evita (1996)

16:36 - Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1999)

19:58 - Jesus Christ Superstar (2000)

25:48 - Phantom of the Opera

36:05 - Cats (2019)

42:24 - Tik Tok

47:26 - Conclusion

49:08 - Credits

Special Thanks:

Gracei Aki

Joel Arnold

Kate Robinson

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