In this episode, we take a deep dive into the highly anticipated Broadway production of "Redwood" at the Nederlander Theatre, starring Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel. We explore the show's ambitious themes of loss, self-discovery, and nature's transformative power, while dissecting why this promising concept struggles in execution. From Menzel's performance to the score and script, we leave no stone unturned in our analysis. Is "Redwood" a towering achievement or does it fall short of expectations? Tune in for our candid thoughts on this production and what it reveals about the challenges of bringing new, original musicals to Broadway.

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