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.

The conversation explores the idea of nonprofit arts organizations shifting their focus from producing art to producing impact. The guest, Alan Harrison, shares his experience working in the nonprofit arts industry and discusses the need for arts organizations to align their work with the needs of the community. He emphasizes the importance of demonstrating measurable results and social value to justify the nonprofit status. The conversation also touches on the challenges of fundraising and the role of money in producing art. The guest's book, 'Scene Change: Why Today's Nonprofit Arts Organizations Have to Stop Producing Art and Start Producing Impact,' serves as a foundation for the discussion.

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.

Celebrating our 50th Episode!

This conversation explores the challenges faced by nonprofit theaters in terms of funding and sustainability. It discusses the need for a new funding system and the importance of community support. The conversation also delves into the struggle of artists to make a living in theater and the need for creativity and adaptability. The role of marketing and promotion in generating interest and excitement for new shows is explored, along with the impact of long-running shows on new productions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on finding innovative ways to market live theater.

In this conversation, Mitch Weiss and Darnelle Radford discuss various topics related to theater. They share their theater experiences, including seeing the national tour of Frozen and Dreamgirls at the McCarter Theater. They also talk about the importance of opening nights and creating a special experience for the audience.

In this conversation, Mitch Weiss and Darnelle Radford discuss the relevance of award shows in the theater industry and the challenges faced by the theater community. They explore the need for subsidization in theater and the impact of ticket prices on accessibility. They also touch on the widening gap between the rich and the poor and its effect on the arts.