Spillin' It Up On Top: "Hadestown"

This week features a "lost" episode recorded during the Covid break where we discussed the musical Mean Girls. We analyze the beginnings of the show, the music, and why we think this adaptation works so well. 

Ian and Kaleigh are back to talk about one of their favorite recent musicals, Hadestown. They discuss how they got into the show through the original off-Broadway cast recording, the history of the show and the changes it made along the road to Broadway, and their reactions to seeing it recently.  

Kaleigh and Ian are back with a new season, and they are starting with the magical musical, Xanadu. Learn all about the history and appeal of this unique jukebox musical based on the notorious 80's movie. Muses and the music of ELO: welcome to Xanadu. 

Ian and Kaleigh analyze and reimagine Chicago for today. They discuss the impact and meaning behind the music, staging, and dance of both the original production, the revival, and the movie. 

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the underappreciated gem, Bandstand. They analyze the story, unique voice of the show, and the music. 

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the hit musical, Spring Awakening. They analyze the origins, plot, music and more. 

Ian and Kaleigh open season 3 with Sondheim as they dissect and discuss "Into the Woods". Details about the intricate music and in depth analysis of the plot and structure are included as we deep dive into this modern classic that is more complex than the many children's shows which represent it each year. 

Part 2 of our Next to Normal discussion. This episode, Ian and Kaleigh go into depth on the music of the show. They analyze each song, discussing how it fits into the overall show narratively and musically.