The Cheese Wheel Podcast

"Don't Cry for Me Argentina" This week Jess & Andrew take a look at "Evita" by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. They chat about politics, whether or not Evita is redeemable, and the bias that the writers went into the show with. Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"Pretty Funny..." This week Jess & Andrew take a look at "Dogfight" by Pasek and Paul. They chat about Vietnam, whether or not these characters are redeemable, and eating Brendan Fraser's Fecal discharge. It's a fun time for everyone. Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Let the Memory live again!" This week Jess & Andrew take a look at "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. A musical about cats in an essay writing contest about who gets permission to die ... But Skimbleshanks is thicc thoo. This is the fourth longest running broadway show of all time. No wonder this art form doesn't get any dang respect. Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Sun'll come out tomorrow!" This week Jess & Andrew take a look at "Annie" by Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. Andrew talks about how much he hates orphans and Jess tries to defend a few of the songs. Get ready folks. This is also our longest episode. Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Look down! LOOK DOWN! You'll always be a slave!" This week Jess & Andrew take a look at"Les Misérables" by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel, and Herbert Kretzmer. They gush at this near perfect musical, and of course Muppetize it. This is also our longest episode. Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Thank you very much! Thank you VERY much!" This week Jess & Andrew chat about "Scrooge" from Leslie Bricusse. They are joined by the incredible Emily Clark of Stealing Focus, and her wonderful brother Cody to talk about this charming 1970 classic. Don't miss out! Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"RATATATATATA!TAH!" This week Jess & Andrew chat about "A Christmas Carol" from Alan Menken. They defend this ignored masterpiece of cheese and sentiment as every forgotten holiday classic should be defended. Listen and hear the sincerity in their voices! Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Refresh Refresh Refresh!" This week Jess and Andrew chat about both "Octet" from Dave Malloy. They get into an in depth talk about whether they truly believe technology is a positive or negative thing for modern society, and bring up a lot of personal anecdotes to make their points clear. It's a fun filled episode! Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"So much for our ever after!" This week Jess and Andrew chat about both "Bare: A Pop Opera" and "Bare the Musical" Honestly, they're pretty critical throughout the entire episode, so be ready for some pedantic whining.. So dive into this episode and learn some stuff about "Bare!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"This world will remember us!" This week Jess and Andrew chat about the Frank Wildhorn Broadway flop “Bonne & Clyde!” Don’t worry Fanboys and fangirls, they spend the entire episode defending this musical. So dive into this episode and learn some stuff about Bonnie & Clyde! Links: Listen to "Shrek the Musical" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"It's a Big Bright Beautiful World!" This week Jess and Andrew chat about the vulgar, cynical, and emotionally engaging musical adaptation of "Shrek" creatively entitled "Shrek The Musical." They chat about Onions, farts, and love-- don't miss out on the fun! Links: Listen to "Shrek the Musical" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Put on your Sunday Clothes!" This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the absolutely incredible and fantastic Adam Wachter. They chat about the classic golden age musical "Hello Dolly!" Also, they bring up fisting... Things did fall off the rails more than once, but you should listen anyway. Links: Listen to "Hello Dolly!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's your damage Heather!" This week Jess and Andrew dive into the musical adaptation of the 1980's classic "Heathers." Where they mostly talk about why musical theatre is the true art form that content can thrive without fear of being censored, toned down, or compromised. Also, they chat about 7/11, Corn Nuts, and Candy Stores. Links: Listen to "Heathers" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess is joined by Composer and Book writer Anthony King where they chat about his work, the creation of Beetlejuice the Musical, and his advice for up and coming theatre workers. This is an incredible bonus episode, and is not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"We'll make you say our name!" This week Jess and Andrew dive into the musical adaptation of the 1980's classic "Beetlejuice." Honestly, they just gush about how incredible this musical is, and bond over how effectively the story is told and how shockingly emotional the musical about the "ghost with the most" truly is. It is not to be missed kids! Links: Listen to "Beetlejuice" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I am not a common man!" This week Jess and Andrew dive into Duncan Sheik's musical adaptation of American Psycho. They talk about what a dumpster fire the musical is, how much potential the concept had, what the show did right, and what they would do if they were to helm an American Psycho adaptation. Check it out, or we'll chop you up while listening to Huey Lewis and the News! Links: Listen to "American Psycho" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"What a feeling of being alive!" This week Jess and Andrew dive into the Frank Wildhorn Musical theatre blockbuster "Jekyll and Hyde" the Musical. We talk about how the source material doesn't lend itself to a musical, the less than effective musical choices, and just how overall baffling. Links: Listen to "Jekyll and Hyde!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Everything's as if we never said goodbye!" This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the absolutely incredible Caitlin Bitzegaio. The trio come together to cover Andrew Lloyd Webber's complicated and tumultuous Hollywood musical "Sunset Boulevard." Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Caitlin on Twitter Shrew-Ed: A One Shrew Show Toxic Masculinity: The Musical Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Stop the clocks!" This week Jess & Andrew are joined by J. Collis-- author of "Boho Days." The trio come together to cover Jonathan Larson's autobiographical rock muscial "Tick... Tick... BOOM!" They chat about the musical stylings, Larson's history as a composer, and much more! Don't miss out! Links: Listen to "Tick Tick Boom!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Boho Days Book on Twitter Buy Boho Days Book now! Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There was someone in the Tree!" This week Jess & Andrew cover Stephen Sondheim and Hal Prince's disregarded classic "Pacific Overture" They chatted about the musicals' cultural relevance, the incredible music, and the storytelling style it takes on. Note: The words spoken in this podcast are the opinions of those in the show, and does not reflect any other organizations they may be affiliated with. Links: Listen to "Pacific Overtures" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Maestro on Twitter In the Company of Harold Prince (September 18th, 2019 - March 31st, 2020) New York Public Library for the Performing Arts: Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"I could have danced all night!" This week Jess & Andrew cover the screen and stage classic "My Fair Lady." They chatted about the musicals' innate misogyny, the relationship between Higgins and Pickering, and the overall quality of story and song throughout the musical. It is not to be missed! Links: Watch "My Fair Lady!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Hello!" This week Jess & Andrew cover Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez's raunchy Mormon musical "The Book of Mormon!" They chat about their favorite gags, the darker material inherit in the content, and the best songs. Hasa Diga Ebowaii! Links: Watch "Book of Mormon!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Leave expectation at the door!" This week Jess & Andrew cover Cyndi Lauper's musical adaptation of "Kinky Boots." They chat about the probability of Kinky Boots saving a boot company, pop songs in musical theatre, and many more things. Check it out folks! Links: Watch "Kinky Boots!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Morning in Paris the city awakes to the Bells of Notre Dame!" This week Jess & Andrew cover Disney Theatrical's adaptation of Victor Hugo novel "The Hunchback of Notre Dame." They chat about the changes to the story, why this wasn't transfered to broadway while Frozen was, and many other topics. Don't miss out! Links: Watch "The Hunchback of Notre Dame!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know what you wish? Are you certain what you wish is what you want? If you know what you want, then JOIN US FOR A PODCAST ON "INTO THE WOODS!" A fun time was had by all! Links: Watch "Into the Woods!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess and Andrew recap the last 49 episodes of this show to discuss their overall thoughts before this week's big 50th anniversary show! Get hype people! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Life's a Happy Song!" This week Jess and Andrew talk about The Muppets (2011) They chat mostly about The Muppets, how they've affected culture, and how Muppets Most Wanted is much better than this. Links: Listen to "The Muppets! (2011)" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"You are sun light and high moon!" This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the all around cool person Rachel Chan talk about Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil classic staple of Broadway "Miss Saigon!" They chat about the more recent productions, the show's controversial history, and much more! Don't miss out! Links: Watch "Miss Saigon!" Check out Emily's Twitter & Youtube Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"We're just girls who cain't say no!" This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the incredible Emily Clark of the video series Stealing Focus to talk about Rogers and Hammerstein's classic staple of Broadway "Oklahoma!" They chat about what it's like to see the newest revival of the show live, the songs, how well the show has aged, and much much more. Don't miss out! Links: Watch "Oklahoma!" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"There's a War going on somewhere out there, and Angelina is also here!!" This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the incredible Angelina Meehan (of Lindsay Ellis) to talk about Dave Malloy's absolutely incredible and jaw dropping Musical "Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812." They chat about what it's like to see the show live, the songs, and the incredible work of Dave Malloy, Rachel Chavkin and the entire company. Links: Watch "Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess sits down with the absolutely wonderful, hilarious, endearing, talented and awesome Raquel Cion. The singer who will be celebrating her 50th birthday with the music of David Bowie! Listen toher talk to to Jess about her career, her humor, and her life. It's a joy More Info: Raquel Cion & Friends: A Very Special Birthday Concert! Half a century ago, on the eve of those spaceboys’ first steps on the moon, Raquel Cion was 'born [she] was!' We’re 'commencing countdown' by recreating and paying homage to David Bowie & Friends: A Very Special Birthday Concert his sold out 50th birthday celebration at Madison Square Garden. In true David Bowie fashion, Raquel has chosen for the night’s proceeds to benefit NARAL Pro-Choice! Come 'get partified' with us! WHO: RAQUEL CION, described by the New York Times as "half witch... half cabaret performer" and by TONY as an "alt cabaret siren" takes the stage on her birthday to honor the artistry of David Bowie and the community of multi-talented friends who fill her heart with love. Karl Saint Lucy / Musical Direction Jeremy Bass / Guitar & Vocals Genevieve Chapin / Bass Michael Ryan Morales / Drums Karl Saint Lucy / Piano, Keyboards & Vocals DM Salsberg / Vocals Zac Selissen / Guitar Special appearances by Tony Torn, Micah Bucey, Joe Hurley, Zachary Clause, Dylan Sorenson, Maddy Wyatt, and more! David Quinn / Couture Coco Bennett / Makeup Miranti / Rogue Pastry Chef WHEN: July 19, 2019, Doors 7pm / Show 8pm WHERE: Pangea, 178 2nd Ave, New York City TICKETS: Cabaret Seating for $35 includes reserved seating and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Bar/Restaurant Seating for $15 where the concert’s “Sound & Vision” will be fed live. Both ticket options offer the restaurant’s full menu and cash bar available for purchase throughout the event. Delicious, stylish and spectacular birthday cake for all! Tickets and additional info available at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4276890 More about NARAL: https://www.prochoiceamerica.org/ Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess sits down with the absolutely kind, endearing, talented and awesome Paul Gordon. The composer of such incredible musicals as Daddy Long Legs, No One Called Ahead, Jane Eyre, and Emma! He talks about how he started in the musical theatre world, his influences, developing every one of his major musicals, and tons more. Be sure to listen, then download every one of Paul Gordon's musicals. Links: Check out Paul's Website Watch "No One Called Ahead" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Dear John!" This week Jess and Andrew talk about Paul Gordon's Angelic Musical "No One Called Ahead." They chat about the musical theatre structure, the songs, and the dark comedy of No One Called Ahead to hilarious results. Links: Watch "No One Called Ahead" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

C-C-C'mon! C-C-C'mon! This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the incredible Videomaker Miss Nightmare to talk about Joe Iconis' Sci Fi Teen Comedy Be More Chill. There is intelligent talk about the Squip's symbolism, questions about lyrics, and an overall love of the show. Also there was a quiz show at the end! C-C-C'mon! Links: Listen to "Be More Chill" Social Media: Our WEBSITE Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess and Andrew are joined by the incredible Podcaster Kirk Hamilton of the "Strong Songs" Podcast to talk about Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's masterpiece Jesus Christ Superstar. There is intelligent music talk, a quiz show, and much love shared within this episode. It's not to be missed! Links: Listen to "Jesus Christ Superstar" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew embrace their Southern side and try to help secure the release of an innocent man. They also talk about Jason Robert Brown's first professional Broadway musical "Parade"-- they talk about the songs, the darker storytelling, and much much more in this darker leaning episode. Links: Listen to "Parade" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew embrace their inner salesman and try do dupe a small town into giving over their funds for a boys band. They also talk about "The Music Man"-- they talk about the songs, the comedic timing, and much much more in this fun-filled episode. Links: Listen to "The Music Man" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew Finish the Hat with Tommy of Musical Theatre Mash. They talk about the numerous Tommy's controversial opinions on the musical, Andrew's general displeasure with the story's structure, and Jess' undying love for this awesome musical. Come at us haters as we Put it Together and Finish the Hat! Links: Listen to "Sunday in the Park with George" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew take a trip under the sea with Tony Goldmark of Some Jerk with a Camera and chat about FINDING NEMO THE MUSICAL! They talk about the show's placement in in the theme park makes no sense, the songwriter's Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez and how they've gone on to do better things since, and whether songs can streamline or slow down a truncated storyline. Just keep Swimming into this podcast folks! Links: Listen to "Finding Nemo the Musical" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew look back at Jason Robert Brown's classic musical "The Last Five Years" -- they chat about how the backward chronology adds to the story, Brown's notoriety, the way the story represents the source inspirations, and Wayne the Snake. You simply can't do better than that! Check it out! Links: Listen to "Hadestown" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew head WAY DOWN to CHEESEYTOWN with the incredible returning guest CHRISTI ESTERLE of MUSICAL HELL. They talk about the numerous Tony Awards the show is nominated for, the bombastic energetic music, the wonderful performance by Amber Gray, Patrick Page, and Eva Noblezada, and how the show has changed from its original 2016 New York Theatre Workshop performance. Links: Listen to "Hadestown" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew inflict themselves with the WORST Muppet film ever made-- the "Muppet Wizard of Oz." They talk about how every aspect of this film is painful, ill-fitting, and completely inappropriate for families. They get shockingly angry about this kid's film, and in all honesty, I'm a little angry as I write this description. Jim Henson would not appreciate this, and neither would L. Frank Baum. This is not very good, so let's experience pain with them. Also, Michael Giacchino wrote the music. Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jess & Andrew talk about the classically controversial musical by Rogers & Hammerstein-- Carousel. They discuss the value of Billy Bigelow as a character, which romance is more relatable, whether or not the incredible music makes up for the problematic material in the story. Links: Listen to "Carousel" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You better save up, or else it's a trip to URINETOWN. This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the incomparable Joey Richter of Starkid fame to talk about Urinetown. They chat about Joey's history with musical theatre, his past involvement in this show, why the show stands the test of time. Also, lots of talk about Pee. Links: Listen to "Urinetown" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Joey Richter on Twitter Joey Richter's Website Starkid's Youtube Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had a dream! A dream of the incredible Christina Bianco joining Jess & Andrew to talk about Gypsy! They chat about the show's misnomer of a title, whether Mama Rose is a monster, and who played the best Mama Rose-- it's a show worthy of vaudeville so don't miss out on the fun and give it a listen! Links: Listen to "Gypsy" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Christina Bianco on Twitter Christina's Website Christina's Youtube Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Links: Listen to "The Transformational Grammar of the Institutional Glorybowl Part III: Institute_Institut" Watch the show here Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Gelsey Bell on Twitter Gelsey's Website Gelsey's Instagram Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Use our Affiliate Link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Eggs! This week Jess & Andrew are joined by the endlessly charming Katie Lynch from Backstage Bite to talk about "Something Rotten." In this episode they talk about the lyrics, how the jokes are constructed, why high schoolers hate Shakespeare, and whether or not Jess is a snob. It's a fun show and an awesome time was had by all. Links: Listen to "Something Rotten" Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Katie Lynch on Twitter Katie's Website Katie's Instagram Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Six inches forward and five inches back! This week Jess & Andrew cover John Cameron Mitchell's masterpiece "Hedwig & the Angry Inch." The duo talk about it's frank depiction of a botched sex change operation, the amazing music, and the adaptation to film and how the metaphorical elements innate in the content translates. It's a blast to listen to, so tune in. Links: Listen to Hedwig & the Angry Inch Social Media: Musicals with Cheese on Twitter Jess on Twitter Andrew on Twitter Musicals W/ Cheese on Instagram Jess on Instagram Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices