3.2B Broadway, Ballet, and a Cast for Rubies

3.2B Broadway, Ballet, and a Cast for Rubies

Author: Remington Adeney Campbell January 31, 2022 Duration: 59:19

This week's episode is an interview with Lyrica Woodruff, basically Broadway's ballerina. The SAB alum talks about her journey from California to New York and from ballet to Broadway.


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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 34

The History of Musical Theatre Podcast
Podcast 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…