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The Business of Broadway
In each episode of The Business of Broadway, we’ll be talking to the industry leaders who raise money, sell ads, create budgets, and so much more, for these multi-million dollar ventures. Hosted by Musical Theatre writer and director David Brush (The Anxiety Project), we will ask the questions everyone wants to know but doesn’t know to ask. Subscribe NOW for our first season.
Episodes
6. The New Broadway Ticket Buyer
Episode 6 welcomes Broadway ticketing mastermind, Brian DeVito. With 30 Broadway shows under his belt, Brian knows every in and every out of how audiences buy tickets, when to sell and when to buy, and how 2020 changed his specific side of the industry. Everything you thought you knew about walking up to a box office with your AmEx in hand is turned on its head. PLUS - get a listen to two exciting new tracks from Black Girl In Paris (Jacinth Greywoode and AriDy Nox) and Medusa (Rachel Dean and Wes Braver).
Guest: Brian DeVito Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean Episode 6 – The New Broadway Ticket Buyer
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Free” From Black Girl in ParisCreative Team: Jacinth Greywoode and AriDy Nox Performers: Britney Nicole Simpson, Britney Coleman, Heath Saunders, Morgan Smart, Emma Claye, Christian Thompson, Jacinth Greywoode
“You Walk Woman”From MedusaMusic by Rachel Dean; Lyrics by Wes Braver
About the show: Based on the original Greek myth, MEDUSA is the story of a woman who tries to make her own fate in a patriarchal world. When the god Poseidon assaults her by the sea one night, she learns just how little power she holds in the supposedly free and enlightened city of Athens. As Medusa fights back against both gods and mortals, rumors fly about this angry woman with “snakes in her hair.” The legend is born. Told with modern language and a darkly energetic score, MEDUSA is an ancient tragedy that is as timely and necessary now as ever.
The song "You Walk Woman" takes place just after Medusa is left alone on the beach by her assailant, Poseidon. In traumatic shock, and as her sister-priestesses look for her, she makes her way home.
Performers: Medusa: Alexia Sielo Steno: Claire Wilcher Euryale: Joie Raymond Eritha: Madison LeMieux Karpathia: Isa Rodriguez Ensemble: Chaseton Cain, Cameron Michael Chase, Darah Doaher, Emma Garrett, Justin Harmon, Kamya Harrison, Emily Herman, DJ Isabella, Maya Joyce, Morgan Lynch, Emma Maki, Marshall Ross, Kamryn Sarratt, Sydney Schneider, Lane Straub, Rachel Vos, Mary Claire Zauel
Orchestrations by Wes Braver Mixed by Jacob Yandura
Recorded with Michigan State University as part of the imaGEN program (Brad Willcuts, coordinator)
THE BUSINESS OF BROADWAY is a production of KGM Theatrical. Our theme music is composed by Rachel Dean. This podcast is supported by word of mouth from listeners like you. If you like what you've heard today, please tell your friends on Twitter, Facebook, or wherever you else you gather online, to subscribe. Even better - If you like our show, please rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts or like us wherever you listen to podcasts. Your positive rating will help us reach more listeners just like you Do you have a question for us to answer on a future episode? Ask us by tweeting #AskKGM on Twitter. Check the show notes for all the details on the music featured in today’s episode.
5. Doug Nevin – The Legal Side of Broadway
Today’s guest is Production Counsel and Tony-nominated Producer Doug Nevin. His list of clients is staggering and represents a wide swath of the industry. Doug’s intimate working relationship with creative and producing teams sets Nevin Law Group apart from the others. Doug stops by to discuss changes in audience buying patterns, acquiring rights, making sure all parties are on the same page early on in a show’s development, and how the Tik Tok-inspired Ratatouille: The Musical represents a new arm in the business that is here to stay. Stick around for two live tracks from the new musical Born Country.
Guest: Doug Nevin Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean Episode 5 – The Legal Side of Broadway
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
“This One's For Me” Recorded Live at IAMT in May 2022 Book by Eric Holmes
Original Music and Lyrics by Nat Zegree and Eric Holmes
Lead Singers: Alice Dyches, Hunter Huckin and the students at The Institute for American Musical Theatre in NYC
“Wherever You Go” Recorded Live at IAMT in May 2022 Book by Eric Holmes Original Music and Lyrics by Nat Zegree and Eric Holmes
Lead Singers: Alice Dyches, Hunter Huckin and the students at The Institute for American Musical Theatre in NYC
4. Julianne Wick Davis – Engaging the Next Generation of Writers
Today’s guest is accomplished musical theatre writer Julianne Wick Davis. Most recently, her musical Trevor (with Dan Collins) emerged triumphant from the 2020 shutdown with a streaming deal with Disney Plus. Julianne talks with us about where the seeds of her shows begin, balancing writing and life, working with the next generation of MT writers, and the miracle that moved Trevor from Covid-shutdown to Disney streaming. Julianne shares why she likes to compose in A flat, her storied history with the sound of a football game on TV, and two gorgeous songs from Trevor.
Guest: Julianne Wick Davis Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean Episode 4 – Engaging the Next Generation of Writers
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Who I Should Be” From Trevor: The Musical (Disney+) Music by Julianne Wick Davis; Lyrics by Dan Collins
“My Imagination” From Trevor: The Musical (Disney+) Music by Julianne Wick Davis; Lyrics by Dan Collins
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3. ‘Broadway by the Books’, With Christopher Cacace
Today, Managing Director and entertainment tax genius Christopher Cacace stops by the show for some money talk – and so much more. Everything you thought you knew about how money moves through a Broadway show will be turned on its ear when Chris breaks down in layman’s terms how art and commerce merge and engage all constituents toward opening night and beyond. Chris’s work is at the crossroads where artist, producer and general manager intersect to keep shows in the black and in compliance with all of the many tax laws that govern money and finance on Broadway. In addition, we get a listen to two new songs from the musical theatre composer, Alanya Bridge.
Guest: Christopher Cacace Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean Episode 3 – ‘Broadway by the Books’, With Christopher Cacace
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
Seas Away
In Between Music & Lyrics by Alanya Bridge Performed by Mia Gerachis Cello by Jessica Wang
How Are You Katie?
Chapters Music and Lyrics by Alanya Bridge Performed by Nick Hollamby
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2. From Casting ‘Agent’ to Casting ‘Producer’, With Daryl Eisenberg
Today, we speak to Casting Director, Daryl Eisenberg: co-founder of Eisenberg/Beans Casting. Daryl’s office serves as casting director for nearly every medium from film to voiceover to Broadway. But they’re not merely content with anything that may be considered business as usual. Darly is serving the industry in a hands-on way that goes beyond finding the right people for the right roles. Daryl stops by to talk post-2020 industry realities, how to have the difficult conversations about a show’s development and future, and how Actor’s Equity should take a hard look at outdated processes that are detrimental to the industry’s current trajectory. Also – get a listen to a new song from Robelen & Reifler and an exclusive demo from Jarret Murray. Find out more about Daryl and Eisenberg/Beans at ebcastingco.com.
Guest: Daryl Eisenberg Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean Episode 2 – From Casting ‘Agent’ to Casting ‘Producer’
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
“Pieces”
Music & Lyrics by Erin J. Reifler and Spencer Robelen
“Welcome”
Music & Lyrics by Jarrett Murray
Do you have a question for us to answer on a future episode? Ask us by tweeting #AskKGM on Twitter. Or check out more episodes at https://kgmtheatrical.com/podcast/.
1. The Producer’s Role on Broadway, With Cody Lassen
Today we speak with Tony-Award winning producer Cody Lassen. Cody’s work includes Paula Vogel’s Indecent (and the revival of her How I Learned to Drive), What the Constitution Means To Me, Thoughts of a Colored Man and a slew of others. With years of data-driven research and implementation, Cody has nearly perfected the art of moving from an idea kernel to opening night. Cody stops by to discuss removing roadblocks for artists, being a problem-solver in the industry, and why writers shouldn’t cold email a producer the 100-page PDF of their new musical. Plus – we get a listen to two tracks from the musical, A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet.
Guest: Cody Lassen Host: David Brush Theme music composed by Rachel Dean
MUSIC USED IN THIS EPISODE:
“One Hit Song”
A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet
Book, Music & Lyrics by Alex Wyse & Ben Fankhauser
“Conflict of Interest”
A Commercial Jingle for Regina Comet
Book, Music & Lyrics by Alex Wyse & Ben Fankhauser
Do you have a question for us to answer on a future episode? Ask us by tweeting #AskKGM on Twitter. Or check out more episodes at https://kgmtheatrical.com/podcast/.
The Business of Broadway – Coming Soon!
What does it REALLY take to bring a musical to Broadway? How should creators and producers work together and how can they learn to speak each other's language? What can we learn from the hits AND the flops? The Business of Broadway is a new podcast from KGM Theatrical about the nitty gritty of producing Broadway shows. Each Broadway show is its own startup business, and with so many players, how does it all come together? In each episode of The Business of Broadway, we'll be talking to the industry leaders who raise money, sell ads, create budgets, and so much more, for these multi-million dollar ventures. Hosted by Musical Theatre writer and director David Brush (The Anxiety Project), we will ask the questions everyone wants to know but doesn't know to ask. Subscribe NOW for our first season - launching soon. From kgmtheatrical.com.