Critics and Critiques

In this episode George and Tim discuss the origin of musical revivals. How they came to be and why they are so popular.

In this episode Tim and George discuss how theater and art has evolved through pandemics. Particularly how art changed during the early 1920s as a result of the 1918 flu pandemic and largely due to World War I.  They also ponder how Theater can and will change as a result of the current Covid-19 crisis. 

In this episode George and Tim discuss the partnership of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe. How they met and why their partnership worked so well, in spite of some rocky roads to Broadway for a few of their shows. 

In this episode Tim and George discuss historical disruptions in the American theater, including the current COVID-19 crisis. How audiences and theater producers adapt and the importance of human connection.

In this episode George and Tim discuss the thirty-three and a third long-playing record and the influence it had on Broadway cast recordings and marketing shows.

In this episode Tim and George discuss the great partnerships in musical theater. From Rodgers & Hammerstein to the longest partnership ever - Kander & Ebb -- and ranking the top 5 of all time.

From operetta to classic musical theater to mega-musicals to essentialism, in this episode Tim and George discuss how the literal look of musicals have evolved over the last 100 years.

Tim and George discuss the pitfalls of offering feedback on theater performances as well as the art of critiquing theater in print and on social media What's the point and is it still a real thing?

In this episode Tim and George discuss the evolution of Rodgers & Hammerstein; from their works apart to the prime of their careers. Furthermore, they discuss the evolution of R&H musicals and what the future may hold for their works.

A short intro to your hosts, Tim and George, and their ideas on the business of theater.