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July/August 2010 Podcast Description
Let’s get bendy! Nicci and Tom throw those rigid podcast-rules to the wind and celebrate the arrival of Shrek in Chicago with an interview with Tim Hatley, the set and costume designer from the Broadway hit! Meanwhile, Billy Elliot announces the final performance, leaving Tom conflicted…but it’s nothing a hot dog eating contest won’t fix. Plus, Elton John’s music continues to rule Chicago as preparation begins for the return of The Lion King, after five long years. Other topics: Rock of Ages.
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What’s Happening: May/June 2010
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Food glorious food! It’s time for the Broadway In Chicago Taste of Chicago Concert! Nicci notices most of Tom’s interests are appetite-driven as they discuss weight loss tips with Fuerza Bruta, and the magic of peanut butter with David Copperfield, the modern day Harry Potter. Our podcasters also whip up a recipe for comedy with The 39 Steps, and Nicci agrees bigger is better when it comes to Shrek. Other topics: Avenue Q, Cirque Dreams: Illumination, Jackie Mason – No Holds Barred. |
What’s Happening: March/April 2010
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Spring is in the air! The time of year when a young man’s fancy turns to thought of hot dogs. Tom and Nicci attempt to unite theater and baseball as they prepare for Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin. Plus, Billy Elliot is officially open! There’s so much to be excited about, Tom almost doesn’t have time for a Beauty and the Beast sing-along. Almost. And Wicked is returning?! This is huge. Also, a visit from Shrek director Jason Moore as he shares his own green-philosophy. Other topics: Stomp, Fuerza Bruta. |
What’s Happening: January/February 2010
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Tom and Nicci say goodbye to some Chicago favorites, and try to stick to their New Year’s resolutions! And it’s clips galore with visits from Rachel York, star of The 101 Dalmatians Musical, and the cast and crew of Dreamgirls! Plus, hear from Elton John, composer of the upcoming musical BILLY ELLIOT. Other topics: Mamma Mia!, Annie, August: Osage County. |
What’s Happening: November/Dencember 2009
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Hola! Lin-Manuel Miranda talks about In The Heights, and inspires Nicci and Tom to write their own musical! But things get sidetracked when Nicci finds out that Jersey Boys is leaving Chicago in only two months! Tom tries to cheer her up with big Broadway stars in The Addams Family and Young Frankenstein. Plus, the boys from Billy Elliot are ready to dance up a storm! Other topics: The Ten Tenors |
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What’s Happening: September/October 2009
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Celebs galore! It’s a star-studded new season of hot Broadway shows, and Nicci and Tom could not be more excited. Steve Martin is in town exploring his bluegrass roots, plus Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth are getting ready for the pre-Broadway world premiere of The Addams Family! Meanwhile, Tom is starving for attention over at Jersey Boys, and Nicci gets all worked up about Young Frankenstein. Other topics: Cats
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What’s Happening: July/August 2009
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Tom and Nicci try to keep cool despite the sweat-tacular Chicago heat! And things are getting hotter and hotter…especially now that Spring Awakening is in town. Nicci spends some time with the Jersey Boys at the Taste of Chicago, and Tom mourns the impending departure of Mary Poppins. And catch Lin-Manuel Miranda in a clip from the PBS special about In The Heights. Plus, it’s time to announce the 2009/2010 winter season of brand-new Broadway In Chicago shows! Other topics: The Addams Family, Young Frankenstein, The 101 Dalmatians Musical, Dreamgirls.
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What’s Happening: May/June 2009
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Break out the juice-boxes and join Nicci and Tom for this special edition low blood sugar podcast. Omigod you guys, Legally Blonde is finally here…and this show is gonna be just like senior year except for funner! Tom and Nicci head to the BIC phones for some more Mary Poppins phone calls, and celebrate the joys of a FREE Italian dinner courtesy of the Jersey Boys! Plus, bottle-dancing and inauthentic dialects as the dynamic duo celebrates Topol’s return in Fiddler on the Roof. Other topics: The Addams Family, Spring Awakening. |
What’s Happening: March/April 2009
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It’s the most economically stimulating podcast yet! Nicci let’s out her inner Rent-head, and Tom straps on a pair of rollerskates in honor of Xanadu. CBS’s Bill Zwecker does the same as he interviews Xanadu stars Elizabeth Stanley and Max Von Essen. Plus, it’s time for the Chicago premiere of Mary Poppins! Other topics: Jersey Boys, Chicago, Rain, A Bronx Tale, and A Chorus Line. |
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What’s Happening: January/February 2009
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Ring in the New Year with Tom and Nicci! Tom is having trouble sticking to his resolutions, and Nicci comes up with a brand new idea on behalf of the loyal podcast listeners! Meanwhile, no one can believe Wicked is really leaving, and Tom still wants to be one of the Jersey Boys. Plus a very important Public Service Announcement regarding Xanadu, and Nicci reigns supreme as queen of the Grease segue. Other topics: Dirty Dancing, Spamalot, Chicago, Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles. |
What’s Happening: November/Decemberr 2008
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Nicci and Tom get politically savvy! Plus, Nicci interviews the Jersey Boys during their One Year Anniversary in Chicago, and Tom gets choked up about Wicked closing. It’s almost the holidays, y’all! Other topics: Dirty Dancing, Xanadu, Mary Poppins, Chicago, Spamalot, Linda Eder, Grease. |
What’s Happening: September/October 2008
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Nicci and Tom head to the phones and take some calls on the Broadway In Chicago hotline! The whole city is buzzing with the U.S. Premiere of Dirty Dancing. Plus, Nicci and the Jersey Boys celebrate their Broadway In Chicago anniversaries! Other topics: Mamma Mia!, Wicked. |
What’s Happening: July/August 2008
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Tom and Nicci announce the official 2009 Broadway In Chicago season of shows! Along with a little New Jersey trivia from Jersey Boys and a brand new Wicked announcement. Other topics: Mamma Mia!, Xanadu, Grease, A Chorus Line, A Bronx Tale, Dirty Dancing, Mary Poppins. |
What’s Happening: May/June 2008
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It’s summer in the city, and Nicci and Tom have a lot planned! Most of which includes a little Dirty Dancing. Plus, boogie your way back to the swinging 1960’s for SHOUT!. Other topics: Wicked, Jersey Boys, Avenue Q.
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What’s Happening: March/April 2008
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Tom gets a little emotional and Nicci explores the affordable luxury of a Broadway In Chicago VIP Suite. Meanwhile, Wicked and Jersey Boys are both taking Chicago by storm! Other topics: The Drowsy Chaperone, Sweeney Todd.
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What’s Happening: January 2008
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Tom and Nicci start the new year off right…by using terrible British accents in honor of My Fair Lady. Other topics: Jersey Boys, Rent, Jesus Christ Superstar.
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What’s Happening: December 2007
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It’s the holidays y’all! Nicci and Tom decide to measure the year in love with a little help from Rent, and relive painful high school memories with The Sparrow. Other topics: Wicked, Jersey Boys, The Phantom of the Opera.
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What’s Happening: November 2007
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Nicci and Tom give thanks for the brand new season of Broadway In Chicago shows! WZZN-FM interview with the original Jersey Boys, Four Seasons members Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio. Other topics: My Fair Lady, The Drowsy Chaperone, Sweeney Todd, Avenue Q, Dirty Dancing, Wicked.
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What’s Happening: October 2007
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Tom and Nicci get environmentally savvy and celebrate the 3rd Annual Wicked Month! WZZN-FM interview with the original Jersey Boys, Four Seasons members Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio. Other topics: The Phantom of the Opera, The Sparrow, Annie Lennox.
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What’s Happening: September 2007
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Nicci joins the podcast! WGN interview with The Color Purple stars Felicia Fields (Sofia) and Jeannette Bayardelle (Celie). Other topics: Spelling Bee, Wicked, Jersey Boys, The Sparrow.
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What’s Happening: August 2007
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Annie and Tom attempt to stay cool in the August heat. WGN interview with Wicked’s Dee Roscioli (Elphaba) and Erin Mackey (Glinda). Secrets about Wicked from the Behind The Emerald Curtain tour. Other topics: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Color Purple, High School Musical, The Phantom of the Opera, Jersey Boys.
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What’s Happening: July 2007
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Tom and Annie spend their summer with Broadway’s best! ABC interview with The Color Purple star Michelle Williams who plays Shug Avery. WGN interview with Wicked’s Dee Roscioli (Elphaba) and Erin Mackey (Glinda). CBS interview with the original real life Jersey Boy, Frankie Valli! Other topics: Spelling Bee, The Light in the Piazza, High School Musical, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Phantom of the Opera.
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What’s Happening: June 2007
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Tom and Annie interview Spelling Bee’s Olive Ostrovsky and discuss Broadway In Chicago’s new summer shows! Other topics: The Color Purple, Wicked, Jersey Boys, High School Musical, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Light in the Piazza.
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What’s Happening: May 2007
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Summer is just around the corner, and Annie and Tom couldn’t be more excited! Tribune interview with Color Purple star Felicia Fields. WGN interview with Wicked’s Dee Roscioli (Elphaba) and Erin Mackey (Glinda). Other topics: Spelling Bee, Camelot, High School Musical.
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What’s Happening: April 2007
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Annie and Tom take you “Behind The Emerald Curtain” for an exciting Wicked announcement. WGN interview with Wicked’s Dee Roscioli (Elphaba) and Erin Mackey (Glinda). Talk Theatre in Chicago’s interview with The Color Purple’s Felicia Fields, who plays Sofia. Other topics: Riverdance, Spelling Bee, Jersey Boys.
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What’s Happening: March 2007
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In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and Wicked, Tom and Annie go green. Interview with Spelling Bee’s Rona Lisa Perretti. Interview with Wicked composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz. Other topics: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Kathy Griffin, The Color Purple.
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What’s Happening: February 2007
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It’s a festival of love as Annie and Tom celebrate Valentine’s Day! Interview with Wicked composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz. Other topics: Twelve Angry Men, Legends!, Spelling Bee.
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What’s Happening: January 2007
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Tom and Annie explore the excitement of Spelling Bee game nights! Interview with Doubt star Cherry Jones. Other topics: Wicked, Twelve Angry Men, Jersey Boys.
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What’s Happening: December 2006
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Tom and Annie announce the 2007 Season of Broadway In Chicago shows! Interview with Spelling Bee’s William Barfee. ABC interview with Rondi Reed, who plays Madame Morrible in Wicked. Other topics: Mamma Mia!, Jersey Boys.
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What’s Happening: November 2006
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Annie and Tom interview Spelling Bee’s guidance counselor Mitch Mahoney. ABC interview with Pulitzer-winning author of The Color Purple, Alice Walker. Other topics: The Pirate Queen, Mamma Mia!, Wicked, and…the very first Jersey Boys teaser!
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