The Cheese Wheel Podcast

"Sometimes it's even hard for me to even speak, 'cause I'm Sad on the inside..." Cross your bones and hope to die we are joined by playwright Hayley St. James to talk about "Emojiland!" Our unabashed love for this show is so contagious, we just love the show so much. Yes, the Emoji show is THAT GOOD! Come join our love! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Chee...

"I am standing here with poison in my pocket..." Buckle your seatbelts for love and Murder Jess & Andrew are joined by high tier Patron Mina Moniri to talk about "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder!" The show is a blast, Mina's a blast, the entire episode is a blast, you're going to love it. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ C...

"So tell me do you wanna go? Where it's covered in all the colored lights..." This week Jess & Andrew take a look at your mom's favorite musical "The Greatest Showman" -- we had a TON of tangents here. Have fun! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials J...

"They say times are hard for dreamers, But they won't be hard for me...." This week Jess & Andrew take a look at the european romantic musical Amelie, and compare the original broadway version to the new UK tour. It's a lot of fun, and I know you'll love it. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at music...

Is life a cabaret when you cheat on you wife? Find out here in the first episode of our Patreon coverage of Fosse/Verdon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Tomorrow there will be sun. But if not tomorrow, perhaps the day after..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by our unofficial third host Brent Black to talk about the musical adaptation of the film Groundhog Day! Tons of fun topics are covered, and you're going to have a ton of fun! It's a Brent episode, of course it'll be fun! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musical...

"Queenie was a blonde..." This week Jess & Andrew talk about both of the musical adaptations of "The Wild Party" in what may be our most serious discussion we've ever held. Be warned, the topics here are very intense and there aren't many laughs in this episode. But our conversation is wonderful, and you'll have a good time. Give it a listen! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEB...

Here is the first episode of Jess' new podcast "Dear Friends" which premiered last week on the Broadway Podcast Network. If you liked this and want to hear the second episode, just go to the "Dear Friends" Podcast feed on any Podcatcher of your choice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"In a house that will never be a home..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by Adam Wachter of Encore on Disney+ and composer of Tarrytown to talk about the crazy stage musical from Michael John LaChiusa about the daughters of the president. It's an incredible deep dive, and you're going to love it. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musica...

"FAME! I'm going to live forever..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by Brendon Henderson of Wait in the Wings to talk about the crazy stage musical somewhat based on the film, "FAME." It's very bad, we are very angry, don't make us think about it anymore! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musi...

"We're no strangers to love..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by Allison Pregler of Movie Nights to talk about the crazy Jukebox musical "Last Night a DJ Saved My Life" starring David Hasselhoff! It's pure insanity and you're going to love this episode, I know it! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email...

"One thing's universal, life's no dress rehearsal..." Merry Christmas! This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the hilarious and wonderful Princess Weekes to talk about the beautiful musical "The Prom" and the less beautiful film adaptation for Netflix. It's a blast! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us a...

"No other road, no other way, no day but today..." Merry Christmas! This week Jess & Andrew are joined by set designer and podcaster Kelly Lin Hayes to revisit Jonathan Larson's Rock Opera "Rent"= Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter...

"It's almost nearly getting close to counting down to Christmas Day..." This week Jess & Andrew talk about the heartwarming adaptation of the 1980's Christmas Classic, "A Christmas Story: The Musical" Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twit...

"'Cause I've got one hand in my pocket..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the incredible Alan Seales from The Theatre Podcast to talk about the hard hitting jukebox musical "Jagged Little Pill". Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twi...

Jess and Andrew decide to get super emotional, and they try to figure out if they're each other's soul mate. Are they? You'll have to listen to find out! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Socials Jess on Twitter Jess on Instagram Andrew Socials Andrew on...

"Is it written in the stars..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the incredible James from Schaffrillas to talk about the first original Disney Stage Musical Aida! They have some fun opinions, and even more laughs -- you'll have a blast! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@g...

"I won't grow up!" This week Jess & Andrew talk about the wonderful children's musical with a few "Yikes"-moments -- Peter Pan. They talk about the Native American representation, goofy villains, and the worst NYT review ever. It's a blast! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gma...

"It's a fine fine line..." This week Jess & Andrew talk about the Tony Award winning Puppet Musical Avenue Q, and how we all walk through life without purpose and having terrible thoughts. This episode goes a bit into the nihilist territory. You're going to love it! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us...

"How to... How to... SUCCEED!" This week Jess & Andrew talk about the most sexist Pulitzer Prize winning musical "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." They talk about the politics of the show, and how well it has aged. You're not going to want to miss this! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Emai...

"Welcome to Nowhere! With a B..." This week Jess & Andrew cover the charming hug of a musical "The Band's Visit." This surely has been a week, and I think there's nothing we need more than a musical like "The Band's Visit." Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Je...

"When you're an Addams..." This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the amazing Brent Black to cover the spooky comedy musical by Andrew Lippa "The Addams Family" in what is EASILY the longest episode we've ever had. Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Check out our Transc...

"Life After Life, you won't need flowers on your grave You won't need prayers, you have no mortal soul to save..." This week Jess & Andrew cover the Frank Wildhorn DISASTERPIECE Dracula the Musical. Ooky Spooky Halloweeney stuff! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merc...

"It's a thankless job, but somebody's gotta do it..." This week we're joined by the incredible Christi of Musical Hell to talk about the gorey black comedy musical "REPO! The Genetic Opera." We talk chills, thrills and scares and you don't want to miss out! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musica...

"I'd rather be me than be with you!" This week Jess, Andrew, and Bree talk about the musical adaptation of the teen cult classic "Mean Girls" the musical. We talk comedy, racism, and white liberalism. You'll love it! Donate to Black Lives Matter here Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Email us at musicaltheatrelives@gmail.com Merch!! Jess Soci...