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Tara and Stefania rank their favourite 11 o'clock numbers - the big, show-stopping songs that bring the protagonist to the end of their journey. Join us for the ride! . . . "Precious Little Dream/AIDS Is God's Punishment" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Home" - Original Television Cast of the Wiz LIVE! "Act II: No One Is Alone" - Into the...

Mirvish Productions is kicking off another musical season with In Dreams, a Roy Orbison jukebox musical that celebrates life, music, friendships, and dreams. Tara and Stefania breakdown the North American premiere in our newest episode, hop in! . . . "Crying" - Lena Hall "Maybe" - Cassie Levy & Eleanor Worthington-Cox - Next To Normal "Ready for the Ride" - Dream....

Tara and Stefania bring it back home this week, as they preview the shows happening in Toronto and the surrounding areas this upcoming season. There’s a lot of theatre to get excited about this year, join us for the journey! . . . "Nobody" - FANGIRLS (World Premiere Cast Recording) "Take it Like a Man" - Legally Blonde The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) All music tr...

Tara and Stefania are back with their annual episode to tell you about the upcoming season of musicals on Broadway. Have we inspired a road trip to the Big Apple? Hop in! . . . "30/90" - "tick, tick... BOOM!" Soundtrack from the Netflix Film "For Good" - Cast of High School Musical The Musical The Series All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes...

We are thrilled to chat with Jennifer Rider-Shaw this week, as she tells us about her role as Lady of the Lake in Stratford's Spamalot. Come with us on the journey to hear about her show day routine, pregnant costume fittings, and favourite audition memories. Hop in! . . . "Dainty June and Her Farmboys" - Gypsy - The 2008 Broadway Cast Recording "Suddenly Seymour" - Joy Woo...

A show that's as relevant now as it was when it came out almost 30 years ago - there no day but today to listen to Tara and Stefania break down Stratford's production of Rent! Hop in the car with us, and measure this one in miles! . . . "Sneak Peek In the Rehearsal Hall with Rent Stratford Festival" - Youtube "Seasons of Love Rent Stratford Festival 2023" "Don'...

We've made you wait for us, but we're finally talking about the Tony and Grammy award winning musical, Hadestown! Join Tara and Stefania as they break down both the Broadway and Mirvish production of the Anais Mitchell's retelling of the classic myth. So hop in the car and join us on the way down to Hadestown! . . . "When the Chips are Down" - Hadestown (Original Broadway Cas...

While we never made it to the show, we’re in the car to talk about Sing Street, the movie. Join us as Tara and Stefania recount the story, songs, and transition to stage - hop in! . . . "Go Now" - Sing Street (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Lost Stars" - Begin Again (Music From and Inspired by the Original Motion Picture) "Drive It Like You Stole It" - Sing Street...

Another week, another ranking episode! This time Tara and Stefania are debating the best act two openers! Hop in . . . “Too Darn Hot” - Kiss Me Kate (Original Broadway Cast) “King of New York” - Newsies (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “It’s Hot up Here” - Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording) “Hometown Hero’s Ticker Tape Parade” - Dogfight (Original Cast Recording) “...

It’s been a long time coming, but we’re thrilled to be finally talking about Kelly v. Kelly! The third and final show in her Crescendo Series, we’re excited to again celebrate the work of Britta Johnson, and her writing partner Sara Farb. Cue the music, it’s time to dance! . . . "Eugenia at the Tango Club" - The Musical Stage Company (Youtube) "Somebody Will" - Shucked (Origina...

We’re journeying through the pasts of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty this week, as we provide another episode in our composer series. Hop in! . . . "Forever Yours" - Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording) "Why We Tell The Story" - Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording) "Prologue: Ragtime" - Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording...

We had too many thoughts for just one episode so we’re back for another round of Tony nominations this week. Join us! . . . "Independently Owned" - Shucked (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "...Baby One More Time" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "This Is Not Over Yet" - Parade (2023 Broadway Cast Recording) "Father Time" - Kimberly Akimbo...

The Tony nominations have dropped and Tara and Stefania are here to talk all the surprises and snubs in store for this year’s award show. Hop in!

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 t...

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 Ori...

Nothing but a good time this week, as we chat about Toronto's latest production of Rock of Ages 🎸 Tara and Stefania break down the high energy audience, phenomenal Canadian cast, and a truly chaotic app experience. Let's get this party started! . . . "Don't Stop Believin'" - Rock Of Ages (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Wanted Dead Or Alive" - 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...

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.🔮 Hop in! . . . "No Friends -Almost Famous - The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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 D...

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 Fema...

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 On...

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 🎉🍾Buckle up — we’ve come a long way but this car isn’t stopping anytime soon ... All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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 tr...

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...

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.