In this episode, we cover three one-word shows– APPLAUSE, COCO, and PURLIE– that haven't had much life after their original productions, and discuss whether or not they deserve another look. (Spoiler: for the most part, no.) Email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

My Little Tonys

The 1970 Tony Awards

As we wrap up 1990, we try to answer all your burning questions: How many cooks were REALLY in the kitchen behind the scenes of Grand Hotel? Is "Chet" a normal nickname for "George"? What the hell is going on in "The Trolley Song"? All this and more!!!!! Email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1990 Tony Awards, Part 2

Did you know that 1990 was 31 years ago???? We were distressed by that news, too. We try to trace the origins of Kathleen Turner's accent, explore Cy Coleman's jazz roots, and answer once and for all: DOES love change everything??? Email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1990 Tony Awards, Part 1

What's longer: a hippie's hair, or this episode? We uncover a HAIR-spiracy, debate the appropriate holidays to eat turkey, and speculate on which Tony presenters were definitely doin' it backstage.Email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1969 Tony Awards, Part 2

From 1776 to 1969 to 2021, all we can say is: get it together, America!!!!Email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows! Zolotow, Sam. “2 Musicals Get 8 Nominations For Tony Prizes.” The New York Times, 18 Mar. 1969. Funke, Lewis. “'Great White Hope' and '1776' Win Tonys.” The New York Times, 21 Apr. 1969.Grode, Eric. “The 1969 Tonys Was a Night to Remember. Just Ask James Earl Jones.”The New York Times, 5 June 2019.Wilson, John S. “1776' -- No Tunes For Humming.” The New York Times, 27 Apr. 1969.Barnes, Clive. “Theater: Spirited '1776'; Founding Fathers' Tale Is a Happy Musical.” The New York Times, 17 Mar. 1969.Funke, Lewis. “1776, 'Like It Was'; The Rialto: 1776, 'Like It Was'.” The New York Times, 8 Sept. 1968.Barnes, Clive. “Theater: Spirited '1776'; Founding Fathers' Tale Is a Happy Musical.” The New York Times, 17 Mar. 1969. Lasson, Robert, and David Eynon. “Was That the Spirit of 1776?; Spirit Of '76?” The New York Times, 9 Mar. 1969. Kerr, Walter. “1776,' And All's Well; 1776,' and All's Well.” The New York Times, 23 Mar. 1969.Canby, Vincent. “'1776' Comes to the Music Hall Screen.” The New York Times, 10 Nov. 1972. Calta, Louis. “White House Books Uncut '1776'.” The New York Times, 23 Jan. 1970. Robertson, Nan. “White House Is Host to '1776,' Its First Full‐Length Broadway Show.” The New York Times, 23 Feb. 1970. France, Simone. “A RARE TREAT.’” The New York Times, 27 Apr. 1969. “The Legacy of 1776: A Conversation with William Daniels and Lin-Manuel Miranda.” New York City Center, 2016. Funke, Lewis. “1776' Reaps Fruit Of Long Research.” The New York Times, 18 Mar. 1969. Paulson, Michael.“The Musical '1776' Will Return to Broadway in 2021.”The New York Times, 6 May 2019. Genzlinger, Neil. “Peter Hunt, Who Directed the Broadway Hit '1776,' Dies at 81.” The New York Times, 30 Apr. 2020. Fassler, Ron. “FOR LOVE OF LIBERTY AND ‘1776’.” Medium, 13 July 2018. Fassler, Ron. “MORE OF ‘1776.’” Medium, 17 Mar. 2019.“Is It True?: Fact-Checking 1776.” New York City Center, 2016.Brantley, Ben. “Review: 'Zorba!' Starring John Turturro.” The New York Times, 7 May 2015. Rich, Frank. “THE STAGE: 'ZORBA' AND QUINN.” The New York Times, 17 Oct. 1983. Kerr, Walter. “'Zorba' -- Palette or People?; 'Zorba' -- Palette or People?” The New York Times, 24 Nov. 1968.Wilson, John S. “A Fired-Up 'Zorba'. 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The 1969 Tony Awards, Part 1

Update!

We've had our fun this season, but now we're telling you: it's all over. We dissect the disrespectful treatment of Jennifer Holliday and the cast of DREAMGIRLS, get our first real chance to talk about Michael Bennett, and reveal the subject of our first Patreon bonus ep!Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1982 Tony Awards, Part 2

We finish up our season with one of the most contentious Tony showdowns. Of. All. Time. First up, we explore Tommy Tune's unorthodox skincare routine, unmask Liliane Montevecchi as NINE's secret puppetmaster, and wonder who even cares about a many-colored coat when you have Laurie Beechman's belt. Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1982 Tony Awards, Part 1

Between American Idiot and Fela! we wonder: can contemporary Broadway ever effectively capture counterculture? And more importantly, does it even matter??? Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 2010 Tony Awards, Part 2

It's 2010! Broadway goes Hollywood and everyone's mad! The economy is failing! Everything feels recycled! We're all very tired! Send in the clowns! Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 2010 Tony Awards, Part 1

In a low-key year, we get heart eyes for Alfred Drake, watch Gwen Verdon high-kick her way to stardom, and imagine an alternate future hosting "My Little Perrys." Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1954 Tony Awards

We saved the star power for part 2, featuring the elusive Madeline Kahn, the triumphant return of Eartha Kitt, and Marty & Liza's Not-So-Excellent Adventure. Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1978 Tony Awards, Part 2

Dive inside Bonnie Franklin's twisted mind for our discussion of the first half of the 1978 Tony Awards. We've been passing the time Dancin', Working, and NOT Misbehavin'. Wait, don't Runaway!!! We love you!!! Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1978 Tony Awards, Part 1

The drama just keeps coming as we discuss George C. Wolfe's genius, speculate on Julie Andrews' mysterious inner life, and demand a play based on Edward Albee and Terrence McNally's relationship. Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1996 Tony Awards, Part 2

This week we do our best to answer the all-important question: IS everything rent?! We dip our toes into what may be our most drama-filled ceremony yet, break down the myth-making behind Jonathan Larson, and discover a surprising resolution to the 30-year Streisand/Channing feud. Support us at patreon.com/mylittletonys, email us at mylittletonyspodcast@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@mylittletonys) for additional content about this season’s shows!

The 1996 Tony Awards, Part 1

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