15 Best Theatre History Podcasts

1. Breaking the Curtain

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The musical theatre podcast where two best friends interview their theatre idols and break down the history behind all of your favourite musicals!Breaking the Curtain is a podcast that features everything from Musical Theatre Show History episodes, Interviews with Broadway and West End creatives and the latest theatre news around the globe!MORE Hosts Crissy Jenna, Jocelyn Bertram
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2. Neuse Little Podcast

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Come listen to the history of Neuse Little Theatre as well as onstage/backstage stories from the people who were there. We look forward to bringing new content and helping folks learn a little more about the theater while maybe taking a walk down memory lane. We hope you enjoy it. Credits are:Host & Creator: Matt Gore Producer: Meta TooleMusic by: Cody Walker @CodyWalkerFTG - (episodes 1-75)Kathi NixonMORE Producer/Network Neuse Little Theatre
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3. The Unauthorized Critics Circle

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The Unauthorized Critics Circle is a podcast about theatre, opinions, and 'slime tutorials'. Daniel and Joshua experience theatre history leaving no stone unturned as they offer opinions, make excellent snap judgements, and celebrate all that is excellent in show biz. Join them for a deeply unauthorized discussion of shows our hosts were definitely in the audience for.Wanna reach out? Shoot us an email at unccpodcast@gmail.com!MORE Producer/Network The Unauthorized Critics Circle
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4. Euripides, Eumenides: A Theatre History Podcast

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The Theatre History podcast that doesn't take itself too seriously. For each episode, Aaron Odom hosts a guest from the worldwide theatre community to talk about a bizarre, fascinating and humorous story from theatre history. One catch, the guest has no idea what they'll be discussing.Plus, guests return to the program to share 'Theatre Horror Stories,' moments when theatre artists maintain that old adage: 'The show must go on.' From events an audience might never realize affected the show to the wheels falling off a production completely, these stories just make for great listening.MORE Producer/Network Aaron Odom
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5. Closing Night

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Step into the captivating world of Broadway musicals with Closing Night, a theater history podcast unraveling the short lives of musicals and play on Broadway. In Season 1, we explored the turbulent history of the Marquis Theatre, one of Broadway's youngest venues, beginning with the controversial demolitions that birthed its legacy. For Season 2, the focus shifts to some infamous productions that closed before actually opening on Broadway. Relive the excitement and at times artistic chaos that almost brought these musicals to Broadway and what led up to their closing night...MORE Host Patrick Oliver Jones
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6. Lazarus Theatre Company - Spotlight on

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Ricky Dukes, Artistic Director of Lazarus Theatre Company, and Gavin Harrington-Odedra, Producer of Lazarus Theatre Company, turn the 'Spotlight On' to reveal the people behind the scenes, those who make Lazarus work, the creatives, the artists, the process, the creation.Each week we have a conversation with a collaborator that we have worked with over the 13 year history of Lazarus Theatre Company.Find out more about Lazarus Theatre Company at www.lazarustheatre.comMORE Producer/Network Lazarus Theatre Company
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7. Twice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast

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Join Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat about all things Variety theatre, from the beginnings of music hall to modern day cabaret. Each week, the duo interview a special show-business guest from all walks of the industry to explore the rich history of British theatre. Whether you're a boffin of the bard or you've only just started treading your (pointe) shoes on the boards, Maria & Michael have got you covered. Brought to you by Frame This Presents...MORE Producer/Network Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey
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8. Wines and Dolls

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Like Drunk History- but MUSICALS. Two actresses wining over musicals, auditions, and the acting and theatre industry. Wine is a double entendre. New Episode each week comprised of a retelling of a musical while drunkenly analysing character acts and musical themes and our brief intermission show, to encourage solo patronage to the theatre. So grab a bottle and join us! Brought to you by Chelsea, Emily, the cheers and booze within reach.MORE Producer/Network Wines and Dolls
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9. black theatre history podcast

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black theatre stories, people, & histories: in 30 minutes or less.
Producer/Network kb saine
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10. The Broadway Ginger Podcast

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'There are no rules, just musicals.' The Broadway Ginger Podcast is a humorous lovenote to Broadway for theatre nerds by theatre nerds. Aimed at celebrating and maintaining a cultural appreciation for musical theatre history, this season features musical theatre interviews by host Sally Henry Fuller. Join us every Monday for conversations with performers, dressers, and more who are making it on Broadway and beyond!TheBroadwayGinger.com // @thebwaygingerMORE Producer/Network Sally Fuller
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11. The Theatre History Podcast

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Performance is an ephemeral thing, so how do we rediscover its history, and what can that teach us about theatre today? The Theatre History Podcast explores these questions through interviews with scholars and artists who are studying theatre's past in order to help shape its future.MORE Producer/Network Michael Lueger
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 294Twitter 4.8K Avg Length 46 min Get Email Contact

12. The History of Musical Theatre Podcast

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If you are a musical nerd this is the place for you.Each season covers one musical or concept in detail giving you a complete history of the glorious art of musical theatreWebsite: outofthewingsmedia.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/outofthewingsmedia/MORE Producer/Network Remington Adeney Campbell
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13. Talking Musical History

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Join us as we strike the chords of your favorite musicals, throughout the various eras of space and time. Breaking the fourth wall to bring you deep into the narrative we cover the landmark performances, history, philosophy, music, and pageantry of the best musicals to grace stage and screen. Kevin Skye Werner and Chris Anderson are Musical enthusiasts, who hold degrees in that area from Eastern Michigan University (near University of Michigan in Ann Arbor), as we will take you through the spotlights and playbooks of the musicals that we grew up with...MORE Producer/Network That's Not Canon Productions
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14. NYTF Radio

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NYTF Radio serves to educate listeners on the history of Yiddish Theatre and Jewish performative culture.
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15. BPN LIVE! Replays

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If you happened to miss any of the Broadway Podcast Network events with BroadwayCon, TodayTix Presents, or any other live podcast recording, no need to fret! This feed is your one-stop-shop for all our live events. Subscribe and share, and never miss a thing! Broadway Podcast Network is all about creating an engaging, immersive, user-friendly experience where theatre stories of all kinds can be easily found, shared, and enjoyed.MORE Email ****@bpn.fm
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