The History of Musical Theatre Podcast

The History of Musical Theatre Podcast

Author: Remington Adeney Campbell Language: English Episodes: 34
Ever find yourself humming a show tune and wondering about the story behind it? The History of Musical Theatre Podcast, hosted by Remington Adeney Campbell, digs into those very questions with the focus of a true enthusiast. Rather than skimming the surface, this series dedicates entire seasons to exploring a single landmark musical or a pivotal concept, piecing together a rich and comprehensive narrative. You'll hear about the creative breakthroughs, the cultural context, and the often-surprising detours that shaped the shows we love. It’s a deep, satisfying dive for anyone who’s ever been curious about how a musical comes to life, from its earliest inspirations to its opening night. This podcast feels like a series of long, engaging conversations with a knowledgeable friend who’s just as passionate about the subject as you are. The detailed approach means you come away from each episode not just with trivia, but with a real understanding of musical theatre as a living, evolving art form. Tune in for a thoughtful and thorough appreciation of the scores, stories, and personalities that have defined the stage.
Episodes
Episode 2: Victor Hugo and English Operetta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:54
Script Here: Episode 2: Victor Hugo and English Operetta - OUT OF THE WINGS (outofthewingsmedia.com) Books: Citron, Stephen - Noel and Cole: The Sophisticates - 1992 - Oxford University Press Dickson, John - Bullies and…
S4 E1 - Victor Hugo and the Golden Age of French Operetta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:37
To support the show and shop for second hand books follow this link: www.affiliates.abebooks.com/KeLedy Find me on Instagram: Remington Campbell (@remingtonadeney) • Instagram photos and videos Episode Script is availabl…
3.8 George Balanchine and Maria Tallchief [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:12
Our last episode of season 3 before the hiatus. In this episode we talk about the Maria Tallchief years, meet and re-meet some important performers, see the creation of a number of NYCB mainstay works, and seeing the fou…
3.6 - George Balanchine and Vera Zorina [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:40
Welcome to the Vera Zorina years where Balanchine steps away from ballet a little to work on Broadway and in Hollywood before bringing everything he learnt back to the ballet stage. We also meet some of the most influent…
3.5 - George Balanchine and Alexandra Danilova [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:19
This week we're talking about the Balanchine and Danilova years including the founding of the School of American Ballet, George's work in Hollywood, and a culture difference between the American Ballet and the Met Opera.…
3.4 - George Balanchine and Tamara Geva [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:42
Welcome to the life of George Balanchine, broken up by wife for convenience. See Maira Khoreva performing Don Quixote: DON QUIXOTE Pas De Deux Maria Khoreva Kimin Kim Berlin - YouTube Come see me in a show! Much Ado Abou…