Watching all of the recent live musical broadcasts has me both ecstatic and wanting more. As a performer, it’s so much fun to see one’s art, which may otherwise not be in the public eye, go super mainstream. Granted, not all of the live broadcasts we’ve had have been stellar – but still, increasing appreciation […]
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While pursuing my undergraduate career, I was fortunate enough to have found a program that combined my two greatest passions, theatre and film, into one harmonious degree. I graduated with a solid understanding of how both platforms function culturally, socially and artistically. Now that I am no longer a student, I often feel torn between […]
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The 2016 #MusicalTube contest came to a close this past Sunday, and what an amazing contest it was! Now, after many viewings and much deliberation, the verdict is in. We’re so excited to announce the winner of the #MusicalTube contest, presented by NMT and The Accompanist and featuring celebrity guest judge Patti Murin. Drumroll please… […]
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Ah, the “miscast” cabaret. Over the last few years, performers have been challenging the ideas of gender in musical theatre and singing songs that were originally written for another gender. Whether it’s a woman who always wanted to play Billy Bigelow in Carousel or a man who longs to portray Rose in Dogfight, in a […]
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If you love Broadway, you love your Broadway cast recordings. They let you imagine the show before and after you see it for yourself. They keep the show alive long after the curtain has come down. Cast recordings are a valuable piece of Broadway’s cultural identity and it takes a lot of work to get […]
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Sondheim once said that “art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos.” In light of recent events, I find myself turning to musical theatre in order to do just that. There have been a lot of events in the last few weeks, and even months, that are both difficult to talk […]
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Ah, the gym. Most of us don’t want to be there, but we know it’s good for us. In my case, I go about three times a week in order to promote a better lifestyle. I have been losing weight recently by combining good eating habits with exercise, and nothing is more motivating for me […]
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Singing in an ensemble is one of the most important skills a musical theatre actor can have. It’s pretty easy to sing by yourself; you only have to listen for your part and maybe a counter-melody in the accompaniment. But being able to hold a harmony in a multi-person song can be challenging if you’re […]
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Fall is one of my favourite seasons. It means cozy sweaters, apple cider, and reuniting with friends and family to enjoy the last few months of nice weather. The beautiful scenery is calming and inspiring, and my love for autumn is what sparked the idea for this playlist. After all, music can speak for us […]
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It’s finally autumn. The leaves are changing their colors and falling from the trees. The days are getting shorter, and the air is getting cooler. If you’re anything like me, then the fall atmosphere puts you in a very mellow and lethargic state. My mind likes to hibernate this time of year, and when that […]
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If you’re a college student, then you’ll know that the dreaded midterm season is underway. You’re probably swamped with work trying to study and write papers. But if you’re like me, you’ll also need to take a couple study breaks throughout the night. One of my favorite ways to de-stress (or procrastinate) is to watch […]
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One of the things I appreciate most about musical theatre is the way different types of relationships are explored. There are songs that sum up moments and feelings in our lives, no matter how big or how small those moments and feelings are. Through musical theatre songs, we can begin to understand the power of […]
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“God, I hate Shakespeare! That’s right, I said it!” “No!” “I do! I hate Shakespeare!” “Why?” “I just don’t get it.” Does this sound like a familiar conversation? Though these lines are borrowed from the musical Something Rotten!, this may be exactly how you feel about all the Shakespeare plays everyone else seems to love […]
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This semester, I have the wonderful opportunity to study abroad in London. It is so exciting to be in a brand new city that has so much to offer, especially in terms of the theatre scene. Another aspect of this semester abroad that I am particularly looking forward to is all the traveling that I […]
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After weeks of sunshine, the end of summer is near. This is the point in the year where schools start up again and students depart for college. Pumpkin flavors begin to fill up menus and sweaters start to show up in people’s wardrobes. For some, the shifting of the seasons also symbolizes new beginnings and […]
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Welcome to #musicalBFFs, a series of exclusive video interviews between NMT Writers and some of their musical best friends! First up: Drew Gasparini (Make Me Bad; Crazy, Just Like Me) interviews his friend, collaborator, and fellow (M)oron Alex Brightman (School of Rock, Matilda, 35MM). Watch the video, read the transcript, and check out Alex’s special performance of one of […]
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