Ep. 504 - The Christmas That Almost Wasn't (1966) (w/ Lauren Gismondi)

It's time to revisit a classic MGM film where Jon gets to explore his complicated feelings about Gene Kelly with a new guest! Danielle Brown joins the pod family to talk about tap/choreography, her complicated feelings on "Broadway Melody," and how wonderful this film is.Danielle's Instagram (crafting): @treefortfivePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Grey's Anatomy: "Song Beneath the Song" (SCT #46)

We head back into the world of Repo! The Genetic Opera as the beginning of our Second Chance Month. Arianna is back to talk about this movie that she's seen for the first time because of this recording. She has some notes about the movie, but has an interesting viewpoint on it.Arianna’s Socials -Instagram/TikTok: @ladyaria_Website: www.ariannaarmon.comPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Singin' in the Rain (SCT #45)

Well, Jon thought this would have been more of a fun bad movie instead of what it was. He and Ashley watched both the original 2000 movie and this unasked for remake without letting the other know, and decided to compare the remake to the original to see why it was made.Ashley's Instagram: @shleebaleePodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: Repo! The Genetic Opera (SCT #44)!

It's Christmas! But there was a time where Santa was behind on his mortgage and almost didn't happen. Jon and Lauren break down this movie that was another submission by Gary Kochey. Thanks Gary!Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Snow Day (2022)!

It wouldn't be the holiday season without having Battles! She's back to get into the Ryan Reynolds/Will Ferrell musical movie that takes a spin on A Christmas Carol.Battles’ Instagram: @embattzOur Bar Instagram: @ourbarnycCharms 4 Less Instagram/TikTok: @charms4lessseriesPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: The Christmas That Almost Wasn't!

Aaron came up with an idea to compare two versions of Babes in Toyland with bestie Jay. In this long episode (not sorry), the trio talk about the insanity of this story with two batshit crazy movies that each have their problems, but also moments of pure camp.But seriously, does anyone know how they did that water moment in the 1961 movie?Beards and Sundries Website: https://beardsandsundries.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf_PAqW-08AQuDRO8ocIF8wwYgQCaNOEnOLsJs-Nm5ASBJgDVT0nQl6LWmh6A_aem_fo66Huu5s0Ivb5kWPLSN4QAaron's Socials: @trueaaronchoiAaron's Twitch: @truechoistoryPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Spirited (2022)!

Apparently this holiday season we're covering a lot of holiday specials, and it's about damn time! A decade ago Bill Murray made a holiday special for Netflix which may or may not be a parody of holiday specials. Jon and Shady join forces again to talk about their other podcast (Movie Deja Vu), their love for Nicolas Cage, and Christmas in general. Oh, and they talk about this special at points.Shady's Socials: @cookieoshadyPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: DOUBLE FEATURE: Babes in Toyland (1961) and Babes in Toyland (1986)!

We're doing an epically big milestone episode! Jon gathered some besties of the pod to discuss one of his past times - reacting to Reddit stories. But, Jon found some theatre related Reddit stories to read, and everyone gave their unsolicited opinions to these internet strangers. Be sure to check out out YouTube channel to watch the episode, as well as tto check out some other stories that are YouTube exclusives!Chapters:(00:00) Theme song!(01:05) Introductions!(05:10) “Costumes that are out of comfort zone?"https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/SAxNoiEBR0(18:28) “How do I tell my parents I want to study musical theatre at university?"https://www.reddit.com/r/Advice/comments/p9iqnf/how_to_tell_my_parents_i_want_to_study_musical/(28:03) “Current partner hates me doing theatre.”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/Q6tb2cPxVZhttps://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/5vlEdgwnxR(35:53) “AITA for telling my best friend she cannot be any type of actor?”https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1h5egoj/aitah_for_telling_my_best_friend_she_cannot_be/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_content=2&utm_term=1(42:02) “My girlfriend (29f) gets upset because I (30m) play a part that says "I love you" in comedy theatre?”https://www.reddit.com/r/relationship_advice/comments/1fpgx9c/my_girlfriend_29f_gets_upset_because_i_30m_play_a/(53:55) “AITA for refusing to not accept a role because it makes my boyfriend uncomfortable?”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/comments/1k62psx/aita_for_refusing_to_not_accept_a_role_because_it/(1:02:26)“How to support your partner while in rehearsals? Plz help :)”https://www.reddit.com/r/Theatre/s/HD95plAgr4(1:12:50) “You’re taking a friend to see their first ever musical. What’s the worst possible introduction to musical theatre?”https://www.reddit.com/r/musicals/s/jxNPZHfDzb(1:26:27) Plugs!(1:31:31) Outro!Arianna's Instagram: @ladyaria_Lauren’s Instagram: @lagizz_sangsJayson's Instagram: @jaysonlkerrSierra's Instagram: @sierrareinPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodYouTube: @butasongpodNext episode: How Murray Saved Christmas!

Santa gets an understudy this episode, and it's not the movie you think it is. Marc is back to celebrate with another animated musical that is based off a book this time! He and Jon head to Stinky Cigars to see what's going on with the holidays, and how this guy Murray saves the day.Marc's Instagram: @bwayghostlightMarc's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: Theatre Reddit (EPISODE 500!!!)!

What's a holiday without a musical special? John is back to delve into the early days of holiday specials with Judy Garland and her family, as well as a modern day holiday special with Sabrina Carpenter and her friends! John and Jon compare the two specials in this one episode to see how the holiday special evolved, and pitch their own future special (someone give them producer credit for it).John's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/johnflynn99?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fe3657de-b941-4ca6-97cd-56cd0d46c45dPodcast Socials -Email: [email protected]: @butasongpodInstagram: @butasongpodThreads: @butasongpodNext episode: How Murray Saved Christmas!