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BEHIND THE CURTAIN: BROADWAY'S LIVING LEGENDS » Podcast

Summary: Behind the Curtain: Broadway's Living Legends is hosted by director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas. The podcast collects the wit, wisdom, memories, and anecdotes of musical theatre's greatest artists. From actors to directors, designers to playwrights, press agents to general managers, this podcast is a celebration of the giants who helped shape the American Musical Theatre.

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  • Artist: Robert W. Schneider and Kevin David Thomas
  • Copyright: 2015

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 #75 LARRY HOCHMAN, Orchestrator | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Sound the drums because Tony Award winning orchestrator Larry Hochman swings by Shetler Studios to discuss with Rob and Kevin the art of being an orchestrator. Larry's works has been heard in the original productions of Spamalot, The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten and the revivals of She Loves Me, On the 20th Century, and Hello, Dolly! Larry pulls back the curtain on his career to discuss how Jerry Zaks would "meat" Larry Hochman, what is the function of an orchestrator, and why he was terrified meeting Sir Paul McCartney ! Also, Larry shines the spotlight on The Book of Mormon, Something Rotten and Hello, Dolly! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 Our Favorite Things #74: Nancy LaMott & On The Sunny Side Of The Street: The Life and Lyrics of Dorothy Fields | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing television appearances, and all things show business. This Week: Rob & Kevin recap the 2017 Tony Awards broadcast, dream cast Kevin Spacey, praise the madness of Aunt Jackie, celebrate a singer gone too soon, and praise a lyricist who needs more recognition! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 #74 CAROLEE CARMELLO, Actress | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

You might not know this man but you sure will know this woman, the effervescent Carolee Carmello. Carolee swings by to discuss Falsettos, Parade, Lestat, The Addams Family, Scandalous, Tuck Everlasting, and so much more! Carolee pulls back the curtain on her career to discuss how a business major went on to become a three time Tony nominee, what song did she hear in someone else's dressing room that gave her a panic attack , and why she is not a fan of the rehearsal process! Also, Carolee shines the spotlight on Stephen Sondheim, Hal Prince, and Kathie Lee Gifford! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 Our Favorite Things #73: SCTV & The Season | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing television appearances, and all things show business. This Week: A spirited discussion about the Portland "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and the role of diversity in casting, the power of imagination, an exploration of William Goldman's great book, and a celebration of the brilliance of Canadian comedy! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 #73 MARK SENDROFF, Lawyer To The Stars | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Order in the court because entertainment lawyer to the stars, Mark Sendroff, swings by the studios to discuss his life, career, and what he has learned from his legendary client list with Rob and Kevin. You'll hear no objection from us as Mark discusses his profession and what he loves most about his job. Mark pulls back the curtain on his career to discuss how he became the legal eye for some of Broadway's biggest legends, what really happened at his infamous 50th birthday party, and why he is so passionate about fighting for the rights of orchestrators! Also, Mark shines the spotlight on Nancy LaMott, Marilyn Maye, and Bette Davis! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 Our Favorite Things #72: The Madwoman of Central Park West & Welcome To Woop Woop | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing television appearances, and all things show business. This Week: Rob goes to Central Park West Kevin goes to Woop Woop and. Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 #72 KEN BILLINGTON, Lighting Designer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Curtain up! Light the lights....literally, because this week's guest is Tony Award winning lighting designer Ken Billington, Ken swings by Shetler Studios to discuss his over one hundred Broadway credits including Sweeney Todd, Chicago, and On the 20th Century. Ken pulls back the curtain on his career to discuss how he was the first to use moving lights in a Broadway musical, what was the moment his parents were truly impressed with his choice of career, and why you should always look your best on tech day! Also, Ken shines the spotlight on Susan Stroman, Hal Prince, and Bob Fosse! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 Our Favorite Things #71: Forgotten Tony Award Categories | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

This week Rob, Kevin, and Tony Award historian Bryan Hobgood discuss categories that used to be part of the Tony Awards ceremony but have since been removed....plus, categories that we want to see added for future shows!

 #71 The 2016-2017 Tony Award Musical Nominations with Tony Historian Bryan Hobgood | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

5,6,7,8.....TONY! Rob and Kevin welcome back Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood to discuss the 2016-2017 Tony Award Nominations! This week's episode focuses on this season's musical works. From Come From Away to Groundhog's Day. Hello, Dolly to Sunset Boulevard. Josh Groban to Ben Platt, and everything in between that sings, is discussed, dissected, and dismantled. Plus: Who will win? Who will lose? Who cares! It was an incredible season and we are all winners!

 Our Favorite Things #70: Egregiously Overlooked Tony Nominations | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

In 1996, when Julie Andrews was the only artist involved with Victor/Victoria to receive a Tony nomination, she withdrew her name from the ballot. In a statement, she said, "I have searched my conscience and my heart and find that I cannot accept this nomination, and prefer instead to stand with the egregiously overlooked --" On this Favorite Thing, Rob, Kevin, and Tony Award historian Bryan Hobgood look at those artists from the 2016-2017 Season who were egregiously overlooked and duke it out over who should've been nominated!

 #70 The 2016-2017 Tony Award Play Nominations with Tony Historian Bryan Hobgood | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Tony! Tony! Tony! Rob and Kevin welcome back Tony Awards historian Bryan Hobgood to discuss the 2016-2017 Tony Award Nominations! This week's episode focuses on this season's dramatic works. From Oslo to Indecent, The Little Foxes to Six Degrees of Separation, Kevin Kline to Laurie Metcalf, and everything in between, is discussed, dissected, and dismantled. Plus: Who will win? Who will lose? Who cares? It was an incredible season! We're all winners! Next Week: The Musicals!

 Our Favorite Things #69: Robbie Rozelle | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

C-CyAAiUIAAqzQp Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing television appearances, and all things show business. This Week: One of Rob and Kevin's favorite people, Robbie Rozelle, swings by to discuss his illustrious career as a graphic designer for cast recordings AND to talk about his upcoming show at Feinstein's/54 Below, Songs From Inside My Locker, which is June 9th, 2017 at 9:30pm. Robbie and the guys talk about The Kate Baldwin Wallace School of Mixing, The oddest movie musical experiences, holding Playbills from the 1920s, the genius of Carrie.com, social apps with Barbara Cook, mourning for Footlight Records, Robbie names his Top Five Desert Underappreciated CDs, The Emily-Skinner-Riff-Down, Eartha Kitt picks up the medicine ball, forgiving our bullies, Paul Lynde goes to Broadway, and so much more! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4 Buy tix to Robbie's show here: https://54below.com/events/robbie-rozelle/

 #69 HAL LUFTIG, Producer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Everything today is thoroughly Hal....Luftig, that is! Four time Tony Award winning producer Hal Luftig swings by Shetler Studios to look back on his career of hits including Thoroughly Modern Millie, Legally Blonde, and Kinky Boots. Hal pulls back the curtain on his career, including how Sutton Foster landed the role of a lifetime, what it is like to create a Tony Award campaign , and why Legally Blonde made its MTV debut before it was closed on Broadway. Also, Hal shines the spotlight on Jerry Mitchell, Sutton Foster, and Cyndi Lauper! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 Our Favorite Things #68: Everyone Says I Love You & Spotify | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Every week director Robert W Schneider and actor Kevin David Thomas pull back the curtain on neglected, forgotten, and under appreciated musicals, as well as bizarre performances, endearing television appearances, and all things show business. This Week: Woody Allen's only movie musical & a great resource for obscure cast recordings! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

 #68 JOHN MILLER, Musical Coordinator | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

What does a musical coordinator do, you ask? Well, John Miller, one of Broadway's most respected in the field, swings by to discuss this pivotal role and some of his 100 plus Broadway credits.....yes, that's right, 100 plus Broadway credits! John pulls back the curtain on his career, including how Cy Coleman taught him to follow the band, what led him to join Amazon's "Mozart in the Jungle", and why a Chinese Restaurant ended up being his saving grace! Also, John shines the spotlight on John Dexter, John Doyle, and Don Scardino! Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions. Go to patreon.com and search Behind The Curtain: http://bit.ly/2i7nWC4

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