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BSR_S10E33 - Mandy Gonzalez - Everything I Know
The conversation covers Mandy Gonzalez's experience in celebrating Lin-Manuel Miranda's music, connecting with the audience, creating the show, the rehearsal process, surprises and guest stars, post-performance feelings, encouraging young artists, telling universal stories, the impact of music on society, and the In the Heights return to Broadway.
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EVERYTHING I KNOW - Mandy Gonzalez sings Lin-Manuel Miranda
https://www.ensembleartsphilly.org/rent-our-spaces/special-events-and-performances/everything-i-know
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BSR_S10E31 - JAMES IJAMES
The conversation covers James Ijames' life post-Fat Ham, his role in teaching playwriting and living in New York, the Philadelphia theater scene, the James Ijames Pass, his response to Arden's presentation of Good Bones, writing and scale, creating an anthology and writing process, and interpreting the play on stage. The takeaways include the balance of entertainment and depth in writing and the impact of personal experiences on writing. The conversation explores the transformative power of tiny steps and the importance of community and connection. It delves into the themes of generational shifts and legacy, the formula for a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, and the management of multiple projects and ideas.
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