18 episodes
The Sunset Project Broadway Bob
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5.0 • 87 Ratings
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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
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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
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
Customer Reviews
Good fun
I’ve never seen this show. I think I saw Phantom. Isn’t that the one where the chandelier gets top billing? I don’t really know much about this Composer of the production company.
It is a delight to listen to someone talk about something they love. Can’t wait till there’s a production of this show somewhere near me. I don’t know why but now that I’m done listening to the show I want to learn a lot more about Sondheim.
Applause for THE SUNSET PROJECT!
This is one of the most compelling true stories of musical theatre, and Bob tells it with dignity, creativity, and most important . . . dish! Bravo, Bob! You are an inspiration!
So good!
This is such a well done podcast - I hope the creator makes another one