Spilling the Broadway Tea

Top 5 I Want Songs

And All That Tea: "Chicago"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the underappreciated gem, Bandstand. They analyze the story, unique voice of the show, and the music. 

First Sips First: "Bandstand"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the hit musical, Spring Awakening. They analyze the origins, plot, music and more. 

Totally Spilt: "Spring Awakening"

Ian and Kaleigh open season 3 with Sondheim as they dissect and discuss "Into the Woods". Details about the intricate music and in depth analysis of the plot and structure are included as we deep dive into this modern classic that is more complex than the many children's shows which represent it each year. 

No One Sips Alone: "Into the Woods"

Part 2 of our Next to Normal discussion. This episode, Ian and Kaleigh go into depth on the music of the show. They analyze each song, discussing how it fits into the overall show narratively and musically. 

Catch Me, I'm Spilling: "Next to Normal"

Ian and Kaleigh provide in-depth analysis of contemporary musical, Next to Normal. Spoilers abound as we detail characters, plot points, and speculate about different interpretations of the show. 

Just Another Sip: "Next to Normal"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss and analyze the blockbuster hit, Wicked. We talk about what drew us to the show, our favorite songs, and what we think makes this show so iconic. 

Defying Gravi-Tea: "Wicked"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss and detail the Cole Porter classic, Anything Goes. They analyze the songs, plot, and characters as well as the changes the show has undergone throughout the years. 

You're The Tea: "Anything Goes"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the mega hit Abba musical, Mamma Mia. They analyze the songs and attempt to get to the bottom of what makes this show so popular. 

Here We Sip Again: "Mamma Mia"

Ian and Kaleigh list their top ten favorite opening numbers. 

Top Ten Opening Numbers

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the Broadway and West End hit Kinky Boots. They analyze the score by Cyndi Lauper and talk about the strengths and weaknesses of the plot and book. 

The Most Beautiful Tea in the World: "Kinky Boots"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss the music, history, and different iterations of the Sondheim's masterpiece, Sweeney Todd. 

A Little Tea: "Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss and analyze the classic Kander and Ebb musical, Cabaret. They detail the music, the history and the iconic performances associated with the show. 

Come Sip the Tea: "Cabaret"

Ian and Kaleigh discuss Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and why they cherish this show, delving into the multiple musical genres and even all forty colors of the Dreamcoat!

Any Tea Will Do: "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"

Musical theatre analysis and discussion from two unlikely friends and collaborators. Ian, a college student actor and writer, and Kaleigh, a 30-something teacher and director, tackle a different show, composer, or musical-related topic each episode. Since we are "spilling the tea", expect spoilers.

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