Off2broadway

This week we're ranking the best (and worst) original songs written for movie musicals. Tara and Stefania were very specific with the rules for this one, so we're talking original songs that weren't in the stage production and help advance the plot. Join us! . . . "Cinema Italiano" - Nine (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Ladies Choice" - Hairspray (Soundtrack to the Motion Picture) "Beautiful City" - Godspell (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Listen" - Dreamgirls (Music from the Motion Picture) "Mein Herr" - Cabaret (Original Soundtrack Recording) "Love You I Do" - Dreamgirls (Music from the Motion Picture) "The Anonymous Ones" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Beautiful Ghosts (Victoria's Song) - Cats: Highlights From The Motion Picture Soundtrack "Suddenly" - ‎Les Misérables (Highlights from the Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Come So Far" - Hairspray (Soundtrac

With some imagination, a few extra chokeys, and a little bit of (movie) magic, Matilda the Musical brings the stage to the screen. Tara and Stefania are breaking down budget, choreography, and standout performances this week - hop on board the library truck! . . . "When I Grow Up" - Matilda the Musical Original London Cast Recording "Revolting Children" -Matilda the Musical Original London Cast Recording "School Song" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) "My House" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) "Quiet" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) "Naughty" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) "Still Holding my Hand" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) "You Can Be A Queen" - Bad Hats' Alice in Wonderland All music tracks used for educat

Nothing but a good time this week, as we chat about Toronto's latest production of Rock of Ages

We have a passenger this week as we welcome AJ Bridel to the car! We truly had so much fun chatting about her role in Kinky Boots, as a finalist on Over The Rainbow, and the upcoming production of Rock of Ages. Hop in! . . . "Mein Heir" - Cabaret (2021 London Cast Recording) "Wait For Me" from The Time Traveller's Wife: The Musical" All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

We’re back with our annual Way Too Early Tony Nominations! Tara and Stefania break out the crystal ball to predict the nominees and winners for this year’s musicals.

Go, go, go Joe! London's newest production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has landed in Toronto. Tara and Stefania talk performances, set, and choreography in ALW's walking work of art. Close every (car) door, we're on our way . . . "Go, Go, Go Joseph" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) "Benjamin Calypso" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) "Jacob and Sons/Joseph’s Coat" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) "One More Angel in Heaven" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) "Any Dream Will Do" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) "Close Every Door" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Tara and Stefania recap their most memorable moments from the past year, both on stage and behind the mic -- join us for one last ride in 2022! ... "Memory Song" - Kyle Ramar Freeman & Michael R Jackson "...Baby One More Time" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "That's the Way It Is" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Matt Rogers: Have You Heard of Christmas? - "Hottest Female Up In Whoville" " All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Don’t delay or be misled, join us on our journey Into the Woods. Tara and Stefania talk Sondheim, revivals and not so happily ever afters. We wish, more than anything, that you’ll join us in the car this week.... "Prologue: Into the Woods" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "Moments in the Woods" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "Witch's Lament" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "No One Is Alone" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Grab the confetti cannons, pop the bubbly, it’s time to celebrate! Join us as we commemorate our 100th episode by counting down our top 100 moments in musical theatre history

Whether yer a wizard or a muggle, we want to talk about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. With the wizarding world brought to life on stage, there is a lot to unpack - so grab some butterbeer and join us on the Hogwarts Express! ... "Money, Money, Money \ Angeleyes" - UnCovered: The Music of Abba - The Musical Stage Company"It Takes Two" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast Recording)All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This week we're sharing our inner thoughts about A Strange Loop! This truly unique show highlights the brilliance of Michael R Jackson as he brings you along on the journey of writing a musical. Join us for the ride! ... "Periodically" - ‎A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Inner White Girl" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Memory Song" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Precious Little Dream/AIDS is God's Punishment" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Losing My Mind" - The Kelly Clarkson Show  "Meant to be Yours" - Heathers: The Musical (World Premiere Cast Recording) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

We're staying local this week, as we preview the shows in Toronto for this upcoming season. Check out our latest episode for everything Tara and Stefania are excited to see in the GTA this year! ... " SIX The Musical: Tiny Desk Concert" "The Lamest Place in the World" - '13: The Musical' Movie Soundtrack All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

The air is crisper, the leaves are changing, and it's time for a new season of Broadway theatre! Tara and Stefania chat about which shows have us planning a road trip, and which ones may need a bit more time out-of-town. Hop in! ... "Do It For You" - Between the Lines The Musical "What do you Know About Love" - HSMTMTS Season 3 All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

After years of manifesting this moment, Robert Markus joins us in the car this week! Tara and Stefania chat with the Stratford star about his vocal range versatility, memorable audition stories, and process behind his many different roles. ... "Is This Not Love?" -  Twelfth Night  "If This Is Love" - The Notebook - A New Musical  "Everybody's Coming Together" - Almost Famous The Musical  All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Phone rings, door chimes, in comes...Tara & Stefania to talk all about the recently-closed, gender-bent revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company! ... "Company" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Being Alive" - Company (2006 Broadway Revival Cast) "You Can Drive a Person Crazy" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Another Hundred People" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Getting Married Today" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Ladies Who Lunch" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Stay With Me" - Josh Henry & Gavin Creel TikTok All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Adultery, murder, and showbiz - what more can you ask for? Tara and Stefania break down Stratford Festival's rendition of Chicago! .. . "Overture" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "My Own Best Friend" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "Razzle Dazzle" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "We Both Reached for the Gun" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "Cell Block Tango" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "I'll Be There" - MJ the Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "All That Jazz" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

We’re turning back the clocks to 2013 - when NPH hosted the Tony’s, Ben was married to a different Jennifer, and children dominated the Broadway stage. Tara and Stefania discuss the four new musical nominees: A Christmas Story, Bring It On, Matilda and Kinky Boots. Buckle up, we’re going back in time!  ... "Ralphie to the Rescue" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "A Christmas Story" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "Sticky Situation" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "It's All Happening" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Enjoy the Trip" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "One Perfect Moment" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Revolting Children" - Matilda the Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Quiet" - Matilda the Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "When I Grow Up" - Matilda the Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "M

What’s in a song? In its pre-Broadway engagement, & Juliet answers the question, “What if Juliet didn’t kill herself?” Tara and Stefania tell us about choreo, feminism, and boy bands in the new Max Martin jukebox musical ... "Problem/Can't Feel My Face" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Domino" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Show Me Love" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Everybody" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "One More Try" - Betsy Wolfe TikTok "Blow" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Superstar" - Jesus Christ Superstar: Highlights From the All-Female Studio Cast Recording "The Music That Makes Me Dance" - 2022 Jimmy Awards, Sophie Pollono (Youtube) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only

Stefania is in the driver's seat this week as we talk about Tara's first experience at the ballet! We're talking French vocabulary, accessible pricing, and everything we love about this modern classic. Let us pointe out all the amazing things about Swan Lake! . . . "Find Me" - Dixon Road (2022) "Tattoos" - Renee Rapp All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only

Picture this - you're listening to your favourite cast album, and then that song comes on, and you instinctively reach over to press "skip" - what song is it? Tara and Stefania rank their top skippable songs, with of course some honourable mentions for cast recordings with zero skips. Hop in, we promise you won't want to skip this episode! ... "Home Before You Know It" - The Bridges of Madison County (Original Broadway Cast Recording)   "Give Way" - Dogfight (Original Cast Recording) "I'm Outta Here" - Ghost The Musical (Original Cast Recording) "Lifeboat" - Heathers: The Musical (World Premiere Cast Recording)   "The Sad Tale of the Beaux Hommes" Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording) "The Schumel Song" - The Last Five Years (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Light in the Dark" - Next To Normal (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Hurricane" -  Hamilton: An American Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "The Story of Tonight" - Hamilton: An American Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording