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'Ragtime' Story and Characters | The BSB Podcast

There are some musicals that stay with you long after the curtain closes, haunting you in the best way possible. The music floats in and out of your mind, the story playing in your head repeatedly. The message at the center sticks with you, prompting you to reflect both on the show itself and on what it says about the society you live in. Ragtime at the Lincoln Center is one of those stories that comes with an incredible weight about America's past and just how much work we still need to do in our future. This revival of the classic musical is nothing short of extraordinary and a frontrunner for the 79th Tony Awards. But what about the story and characters of Ragtime stand out? We have a lot to discuss. In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko discuss the themes within Ragtime and why the story is so poignant in today's society. Is there a specific character's story arc that resonates the most with our hosts? Whose performance speaks volumes in a show packed with so many spectacular actors? Were there any narrative plots that fell flat compared to others? You'll have to give this part 1 discussion of Ragtime to learn all those answers and more! Find the video of this podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BoxSeatBabes] For more entertainment coverage, visit BSB Insider [https://www.bsbinsider.com/] Follow us on social media @bsb.insider or check out our Linktree [https://linktr.ee/bsb.insider]!

Exclusive Interview: Sanio Kurtesevic of 'A Night of Chekhov'

It's not every day that you get to see a classic in the theater world. No, I'm not talking about productions of The Sound of Music, West Side Story, or Oklahoma; I'm talking about those plays that have stood the test of time, even if they're rarely produced in today's theater landscape. Take Anton Chekhov, for example. A prolific Russian playwright whose works don't often make it to the stage. Or, if they do, there are specific pieces of Chekhov's, such as Uncle Vanya, that continue to find life on stage. However, lesser-known comedies by the playwright also speak volumes, which is why Sanio Kurtesevic has decided to bring them to NYC with a new show, A Night of Chekhov! We spoke to Sanio Kurtesevic about the importance of bringing classic shows such as these three plays to the stage, and why it's a mission for him and his production company, Duze Productions! With a background as an actor, the director discusses how he leads shows like this one and how collaboration with others is essential to bringing his productions to life. Find the video of this podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BoxSeatBabes] For more entertainment coverage, visit BSB Insider [https://www.bsbinsider.com/] Follow us on social media @bsb.insider or check out our Linktree [https://linktr.ee/bsb.insider]!

'Hamilton' Music and Stagecraft | The BSB Podcast

Much like the rest of the world, we can't seem to stop talking about the Broadway sensation, Hamilton! This iconic musical tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, the American Revolution, and the impact he continues to have on this country. Blending traditional sets and costumes with hip-hop and rap, history (or at least a version of it) unfolds right in front of your eyes! This Lin-Manuel Miranda musical is an absolute well-oiled machine, bringing consistent high-quality theater to a city near you while on its North American tour, all of which we'll talk about in this second part of our Hamilton discussion! In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko break down the music and stagecraft of this incredible production. With both of our hosts having seen Hamilton before, how did this tour compare to the others? Was it just as strong this time as it was previously? With so many songs packed into the three-hour show, which ones were standouts? Who gave it their all for the performances while it was stopped at The Fisher Theatre as the final show of ATG Detroit's current season? Give this part two discussion a listen to find out! Find the video of this podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BoxSeatBabes] For more entertainment coverage, visit BSB Insider [https://www.bsbinsider.com/] Follow us on social media @bsb.insider or check out our Linktree [https://linktr.ee/bsb.insider]!

Exclusive Interview: Jim Territo and Lauren Fuller of 'Be Nice, Think Twice'

Who doesn't love a date with a brand new show, right? There's something about entering into a show that you know nothing about and being pleasantly surprised by what happens on stage. Here in this part of Michigan, we have so many incredibly talented individuals who are bringing remarkable pieces of art to life on and off the stage. Take Jim Territo, the mind behind the upcoming cabaret show, Be Nice, Think Twice, for example! It takes someone with immense talent to write an entire show, let alone do so in just a few short months! We had the absolute pleasure to speak with Jim Territo and director Lauren Fuller about what audiences can expect from this one-of-a-kind show! In this exclusive interview, Jim Territo and Lauren Fuller discuss the depth of Be Nice, Think Twice, and where this project really began. The creative mind behind the show talks about where the idea for Be Nice, Think Twice came from and why it felt important to bring the show to the public. Fuller discusses why she was attracted to this project and her directorial vision for it. Which songs are their favorites, and what are they hoping audiences take away from the experience? Give this exciting interview a listen to find out! Find the video of this podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BoxSeatBabes] For more entertainment coverage, visit BSB Insider [https://www.bsbinsider.com/] Follow us on social media @bsb.insider or check out our Linktree [https://linktr.ee/bsb.insider]!

'Hamilton' Story and Characters | The BSB Podcast

History class rarely includes rap battles, dramatic dance numbers, or a crowd singing about tax policy, but Hamilton somehow makes all three wildly entertaining. Created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, the musical takes the story of founding father Alexander Hamilton and turns it into a fast-paced Broadway phenomenon packed with hip-hop, humor, heartbreak, and enough lyrical speed to make subtitles feel necessary. What sounds like the world’s riskiest history project quickly becomes impossible to stop watching. For over a decade, Hamilton has continued to enchant audiences at the Richard Rodger Theatre, or if you're lucky, in a city near you, as this unstoppable show continues its tour de force. This musical, which blends contemporary music with a colonial feel, has recently arrived at The Fisher Theatre, and Detroit showed up and showed out! In this episode of the BSB Podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko break down the story and characters of the North American touring production of Hamilton! With both of us having seen the show before to varying degrees, how did this production hold up to previous ones? Find out in this episode! Find the video of this podcast on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@BoxSeatBabes] For more entertainment coverage, visit BSB Insider [https://www.bsbinsider.com/] Follow us on social media @bsb.insider or check out our Linktree [https://linktr.ee/bsb.insider]!