The Sunset Project

Broadway Bob

It was more than just a musical. It was a cultural juggernaut. The Hamilton of its time. And the powerhouse production machine behind it would ensure nothing was in its way to make it a hit. And along the way, egos, contracts and lamps would be sacrificed. All this and more on The Sunset Project

  1. 4 jun

    From The Sunset Project to Later in Life

    Greetings, The Sunset Project listeners. This is a preview of my new series, Later in Life. Inspired in part by the themes of reinvention explored in The Sunset Project, this show features conversations with people who have pursued new passions, made unexpected pivots, and embraced new chapters later in life.  If you want to hear more, find the feed here:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/later-in-life/id1896864789

    34 min

  2. 13/12/2024

    Episode 18: Rebirth

    Surprise! Sunset is BACK, baby. The recent revival helmed by Jamie Lloyd has taken the theatre world by storm, making this show a must-see event. As such, The Sunset Project is making a *return* to discuss it.  Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    18 min

  3. 04/02/2023

    Episode 17: Conclusion

    Our journey ends with a trip to DC's Kennedy Center to see Stephanie J. Block in Sunset Boulevard. Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    11 min

  4. 08/04/2022

    Episode 16: Amy Powers

    Amy Powers -- the original lyricist attached to Sunset Boulevard -- was instrumental in shaping Sunset's score. And with co-lyricist Don Black, she put the stamp on the show's iconic ballads. However, after working on the project for over a year with ALW, she opened up the New York Times to discover she was fired. What did she learn from that experience and how did it inform her decades-long career as a successful artist and song writer? Tune in! Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    34 min

  5. 28/12/2021

    Episode 15: The Afterlife

    Following its original runs, Sunset has enjoyed a solid, if complicated, road to regional theatre. Joining this episode are two Chicago-based actors, and real-life couple, Heidi Kettenring and David Girolmo, who were in the first regional production of the show at The Marriott Theatre outside of Chicago. They share their memories of this production and thoughts on the show in general, and David shares his experiences starring as Max in various other regional productions of Sunset. Contac...

    24 min

  6. 22/12/2021

    Episode 14: The Patti Episode

    It was bound to happen. Broadway Bob discusses his decades-long infatuation with Sunset's OG Norma Desmond: Patti LuPone.  Contact me at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    21 min

  7. 11/11/2021

    Quick update: Check out Broadway Bob on "Burnt" podcast

    I was honored to join host Blake Ross on her podcast "Burnt" (episode 8) where we discussed the impetus for creating "The Sunset Project" and do a drive by of all the Sunset drama. It was a super fun discussion - check it out! Access the episode here, or check out "Burnt" wherever you find your podcasts.  Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    1 min

  8. 28/06/2021

    Episode 13: Listener Letters and Voicemails

    BroadwayBob responds to listener letters and voicemails. Apologies for the hot mic - trying a new setup and some kinks are being worked out.  Call The Sunset Hotline: ‪(984) 219-8028 or email Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

    28 min
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Información

It was more than just a musical. It was a cultural juggernaut. The Hamilton of its time. And the powerhouse production machine behind it would ensure nothing was in its way to make it a hit. And along the way, egos, contracts and lamps would be sacrificed. All this and more on The Sunset Project

Ficha técnica

  • Creado por
    Broadway Bob
  • Años en activo
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    20
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Derechos de autor
    © 2026 The Sunset Project
  • Sitio web del podcast
    The Sunset Project

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