PARADE is by no means a "happy musical." But the way it has aged not only with audiences but within our culture has given it a happier ending than when it first opened in the 1999 Broadway season.

This week, actor Max Chernin (Broadway's PARADE, BRIGHT STAR, SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE) takes a moment from playing "Leo Frank" in the show's current national tour to discuss how the wounds from the original 1913 trial continue to fester today and how important it can be to "de-role" from it all.

By the way, if you're into "true crime," this is the musical for you.

Follow Max on Instagram @maxcherns

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check our episode exploring more complex moments of American History: RAGTIME with David Loud

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