Best 20 Theatre History Podcasts

Home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare materials. Advancing knowledge and the arts. Discover it all at www.folger.edu. Shakespeare turns up in the most interesting places—not just literature and the stage, but science and social history as well. Our 'Shakespeare Unlimited' podcast explores the fascinating and varied connections between Shakespeare, his works, and the world around us. more

Matt Koplik is the most opinionated, foul-mouthed, and passionate theatre geek with access to a mic. Every week, Matt and a guest explore Broadway history by diving into the careers of the artists who shaped it. Whether discussing Sondheim and Sweeney or Herman and Dolly, Matt is sure to give you fun facts, deep analysis, and lots of four letter words. Tune in!! more

Two theater lovers come together to discuss the plot, design elements, and lasting impacts of the shows they've seen. Each episode includes a synopsis of the show as well as a detailed discussion. In addition, the hosts discuss their own personal interactions with the shows and people involved. So join us on this exciting journey down the Great White Way! more

We are a weekly podcast devoted tobringing you news, views, reviews, interviews and much more content devoted to musical theatre andfilm. We discuss composers, writers, actors, theatres and shows and encourage listeners to join in.Visit our site at musicaltalk.co.uk more

Get excited for what's being referred to by 'industry professionals' as 'Musical Science Theatre 3000,' 'Just the schadenfreude I needed!' and 'Something to listen to instead of the president's whining,' when John and Marla, both 'industry professionals,' bring to you, Flop of the Heap, the podcast where failure is always an option! Like B-Movies? Try B-Musicals! Available now on your internet enabled device. more

A cheeky, irreverent yet informative deep-dive into all things Shakespeare, hosted by two longtime Shakespeare performers, directors, and teachers. more

The musical theatre podcast where two best friends interview their theatre idols and break down the history behind all of your favourite musicals!Breaking the Curtain is a podcast that features everything from Musical Theatre Show History episodes, Interviews with Broadway and West End creatives and the latest theatre news around the globe! more

Bringing you the best stories from the deep and fascinating history of theater in the city of Philadelphia. This is the podcast for all lovers of theater, students of history - or anyone who enjoys great stories with lots of drama! more

Take a trip backstage with Broadway's best exclusive interviews with the leading creators of musical theatre. Based on the popular 1980s radio series produced and hosted by award-winning director and producer, Paul Lazarus, ANYTHING GOES is a celebration of storytelling through song, past, present and future. Now available in 30-minute segments. Hundreds of episodes featuring show-stopping interviews with composers, lyricists, book writers, directors and performing legends from the Broadway stage. A treasure trove of rare and famous songs performed by the original singers as well as the writers themselves. The series showcases interviews with living composers and lyricists like Stephen Sondheim, Gretchen Cryer and Stephen Schwartz, tributes to past greats like the Gershwins, Cole Porter, Comden & Green, Dorothy Parker and Ethel Merman as well as early encounters with now famous tunesmiths like Alan Menken, William Finn and Craig Carnelia. Anything Goes is everything Musical Theatre. Join Paul Lazarus as he explores the dazzling history of the musical stage. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network. more

Award winning theatre directors, Billy and Annie Dragoo, share their wit, wisdom, and advice for educational theatre educators. more

WhatsOnStage managing editor Alex Wood and chief theatre critic Sarah Crompton host a weekly podcast on all things theatrical. News, views, frank exchanges and lists offer an unmissable guide to what's happening on stage (and in film and on television) now, in the past and in future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain on WGN Plus from WGN Radio in Chicago.

From the earliest drama in English, to the closing of the theatres in 1642, there was a hell of a lot of drama produced - and a lot of it wasn't by Shakespeare. Apart from a few noble exceptions these plays are often passed over, ignored or simply unknown. This podcast presents full audio productions of the plays, fragmentary and extant, that shaped the theatrical world that shaped our dramatic history. more

Rob pays tribute to the best of Broadway, London's West End, the Australian stage and the occasional European operetta in a 2 hour program on 96.5 Inner FM Melbourne celebrating significant anniversaries in the world of Musical Theatre. more

Step into the captivating world of Broadway musicals with Closing Night, a theater history podcast unraveling the short lives of musicals and play on Broadway. In Season 1, we explored the turbulent history of the Marquis Theatre, one of Broadway's youngest venues, beginning with the controversial demolitions that birthed its legacy. For Season 2, the focus shifts to some infamous productions that closed before actually opening on Broadway. Relive the excitement and at times artistic chaos that almost brought these musicals to Broadway and what led up to their closing night. Whether you're a theater enthusiast, creative artist, or history buff, you'll enjoy the journeys of theatrical gems that have come and gone. more

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Join me, Finian Hackett (fintothewoods), as I talk all things theatre! From Broadway to the West End and beyond - a weekly catch-up on all the latest news, drama and reviews plus interviews with some fabulous theatrical performers... more

O primeiro podcast sobre musicais do Brasil. Para você que quer informação além da superfície.

A discussion of smaller, more intimate theater works and the people that make it happen.As many of you know; 'Your Program Is Your Ticket' is a helpful system where your program is literally your ticket to get into the theater in smaller, more intimate productions. It's these works we like to highlight and it's our goal on this show to feature as many of these productions as possible while still discussing the biggies. Hosted by Sean W Chandler.Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. more

The mission of the Asheville Theater Alliance is to unite, promote, strengthen, cultivate, and celebrate the performing arts in Western North Carolina. We advocate for the local theater community by developing innovative, collaborative, and engaging services and programs for member theaters and their diverse audiences. Asheville Theater Alliance promotes the arts to ensure a safe, vibrant, and economically healthy theater community in and around Asheville. As part of our initiatives, each Thursday at noon we will air a new podcast featuring an Alliance member and/or arts organization representative to talk about their careers, openings, events and more. more