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August 26, 2021 39: The Wild Party (LaChiusa) (June 8th, 2000)
Despite still recovering from the hangovers from the previous week's party, our hosts stop by the next door neighbour's place and attend Michael John LaChiusa's take on The Wild Party! Although they recognize a lot of familiar faces there also seems to be a different air to the room, which our hosts navigate as they ponder whether Fosse would attend a Wild Party, the intelligence of a Wolfe, and the other abominable showmen.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Hedda Gabler; specifically, the National Theatre production's performance from March 7th 2017!

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1 hr 43 min
August 19, 2021 38: The Wild Party (Lippa) (Off Broadway, 2000)
Dan and Joshua are double-dipping the two musical versions of The Wild Party, first swinging by Off-Broadway to mingle among the guests at Andrew Lippa's take! Booze, belting and Bidina Menzel occur as our hosts share info about why we managed to gain two Wild Party adaptations weeks apart from each other, weight the pros and cons of a commitment to source material, and Dan showcases yet another unique pronunciation of a word.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Michael John LaChiusa's The Wild Party; specifically, the Broadway production's performance from June 8th 2000!

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1 hr 23 min
August 12, 2021 37: No, No, Nanette (Encores, May 11th 2008)
Joshua and Dan head to Atlantic City and you'll just never guess who is there! Hey Nanette, we just watched a show about you. Beth Leavel reacted to applause. Sandy Duncan gave off mischievous airs. Also, the musical has changed since we've seen you Nanette.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Andrew Lippa's The Wild Party; specifically, the Off-Broadway press reels recorded in 2000!

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1 hr 35 min
August 09, 2021 BONUS: Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific (Chichester Festival Theatre)
On this bonus episode, Joshua and Dan take a journey to the South Pacific to visit some of their favorite dancing Sea men. Joshua realizes the power of Rodgers & Hammerstein. Dan gets lost trying to find words for a favorite show. And the hosts both get sunburn from the glow of this shining jewel of a production. Grab your sunscreen and come on board.

The Chichester Festival Theatre production of South Pacific runs through September 5th with streaming options until September 3rd.

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1 hr 46 min
August 05, 2021 36: The Rocky Horror Show (Broadway Revival, August 24th 2001)
It seemed a fairly ordinary night when cohosts Dan and Joshua, two variously-aged messy kids, left Frankenstein Place that late August evening to visit the Circle in the Square Theatre for the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show. It's true, there were many topics touched upon on the drive over, such as the accumulation of expectations, Lea DeLaria's prowess, and the dangers of those who impede the Daphne Rubin Vegaissance. It was an episode they were going to remember for a very long time.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss No No Nanette; specifically, the Encores! production's performance from May 11th 2008!

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1 hr 49 min
July 29, 2021 35: Grey Gardens (Broadway, December 6th 2006)
Welcome to Grey Gardens! Joshua and Dan and dozens of dozens of cats visit the esteemed Hamptons residence during its Broadway run, starring the Janus coin herself Christine Ebersole. As they polish their "swear-it's-good" Bouvier impressions, our hosts talk about mother-daughter relationships in musical theatre, dividing Grey Gardens into two different musicals, and how to light a diva.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss The Rocky Horror Show; specifically, the Broadway revival's performance from August 24th 2001!

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1 hr 46 min
July 22, 2021 34: Nine (Broadway Revival, April 2003)
Not since Charlie Chaplin has there ever been an episode like this! Maury Yeston and Arthur Kopit take on Guido Contini as Joshua and Dan add up to Nine. Our hosts lounge around the spa and chat about the logistics of on-set plumbing, the ENDLESS array of divas, and *that* film adaptation.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Grey Gardens; specifically, the Broadway production's performance from December 6th 2006!

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1 hr 33 min
July 17, 2021 33: M. Butterfly (Broadway, January 4th 1990)
Joshua and Dan once again find themselves in a French prison (don't ask) and spend their time eavesdropping on a cellmate's recounting of a story later affectionately called M. Butterfly. As they listen in, their thoughts wander and they begin to discuss East vs West, Masculine vs Feminine, and forsaking preconceived notions of exiting stage right.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Nine; specifically, the Broadway revival's performance from April 2004!

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1 hr 33 min
July 09, 2021 32: Cabaret (Second Broadway Revival, November 13th 2001)
And now, meine damen und herren, mesdames et messieurs, ladies and gentlemen, the Kit Kat Club is so happy to welcome back the toast of podcasts, Joshua and Dan, to talk about Sam Mendes’ production of Cabaret! Our hosts soak in the Berlin atmosphere while desperately trying to ignore the oncoming invasion, and simultaneously chatting about what makes Cabaret still so edgy, the indoctrination of Gina Gershon, and Raúl Esparza’s thighs.
Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss M. Butterfly; specifically, the Broadway production's performance from January 4th 1990!
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1 hr 46 min
July 02, 2021 31: Marnie (Metropolitan Opera, November 10th 2018)
TW: References to rape, suicide and filicide within the opera

This week Joshua and Dan discuss their first ever opera on the podcast! Their choice for the evening involves cracking the case of the ever-elusive Marnie. Secretaries with a penchant to lose keychains are standing by to dictate the exchange. Topics include: thoughts on the best uses of projections in theatre, acting that transcends the format, and Dan teaches Joshua about the march of the countertenors.

Tune in to next week's episode when we discuss Cabaret; specifically, the second Broadway revival's performance from November 13th 2001!

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1 hr 40 min

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The Unauthorized Critics Circle is a podcast about theatre, opinions, and "slime tutorials". Daniel and Joshua experience theatre history leaving no stone unturned as they offer opinions, make excellent snap judgements, and celebrate all that is excellent in show biz. Join them for a deeply unauthorized discussion of shows our hosts were definitely in the audience for.