In this conversation, Darnelle and Mitch discuss the 15th annual Jimmy Awards, a high school level Tony Awards. They also talk about the reinterpretation of musicals, such as Cats and Company, and the value of learning the history of musical theater. 

They explore the idea of infusing different styles, like ballroom culture, into musicals and the importance of advancing the art form. They also touch on the challenges of updating classic musicals and the impact of gentrification on storytelling. 

The conversation covers various topics related to the arts, including the impact of remakes and new versions of movies, the significance of costume design in films, the erasure of certain actors in marketing campaigns, the challenges faced by artists in the theater industry, the importance of arts education, and the power of storytelling in theater. 

The hosts also discuss the closure of a college in Philadelphia and the implications for arts and culture in the city. They touch on the role of politics in funding for the arts and the need for a well-rounded education that includes the arts. The conversation concludes with a mention of the upcoming production of Disney's Hercules on the West End and the historical trend of shows starting in London before coming to Broadway.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Naming

03:32 The Talent and Level of Performance at the Jimmy Awards

07:44 Reinterpreting Musicals: Bringing New Life to Familiar Stories

13:03 Infusing Ballroom Culture into Musicals

16:11 Challenges of Updating Classic Musicals

24:18 The Impact of Remakes and New Versions of Movies

26:09 Challenges in the Theater Industry

29:17 The Importance of Arts Education

32:28 The Closure of a College and its Implications

35:09 The Role of Politics in Arts Funding

37:25 The Need for a Well-Rounded Education

46:37 The West End as a Tryout Venue for Broadway Shows

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The hosts discuss the recent Tony Awards and the challenges faced by the theater industry. They highlight the importance of supporting artists and the need for infrastructure to sustain their careers. They also explore the idea of universal theater that can resonate with diverse audiences. The conversation touches on the financial struggles of artists and the need for funding and mentorship.

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The conversation discusses the financial challenges and communication issues faced by arts organizations, particularly in the theater industry. It highlights the impact of funding delays, lack of transparency, and the struggle to sustain operations. The conversation also delves into the need for better financial planning, realistic budgeting, and improved communication with donors and supporters.

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The hosts discuss the Tony Awards and other theater awards, including the Outer Critics Circle Awards and the Drama Desk Awards. They talk about the inundation of nominations and the lack of awareness among Broadway fans about these other awards.

They also discuss the snubs and overlooked shows in this year's nominations, including 'Once Upon a One More Time' and 'How to Dance in Ohio'. They question the criteria for the awards and the marketing strategies for Broadway shows. The conversation ends with a prediction that many shows will close after the Tony Awards. The conversation covers various topics related to Broadway shows, Tony Awards, and the challenges of promoting theater productions.

In this conversation, Darnelle and Mitch discuss various topics related to theater, including the challenges of naming their podcast, the quality of certain movies, the history of their podcast, the importance of preparation, the state of the theater industry, audience behavior, and upcoming shows on Broadway. In this conversation, Darnelle and Mitch discuss the importance of reviving shows with new perspectives and changes.