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Exclusive Podcast: Go 'Behind the Curtain' with Legendary Playwright Terrence McNally

By: May. 13, 2019
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Exclusive Podcast: Go 'Behind the Curtain' with Legendary Playwright Terrence McNally  ImageOne of modern drama's most prolific playwrights, Terrence McNally, sits down with Rob and Kevin to look at his upcoming production of Frankie and Johnny In The Clair De Lune, as well as take a look back on his incredible career which includes such shows as LOVE! VALOR! COMPASSION! MASTER CLASS, IT'S ONLY A PLAY, THE RITZ, and writing the book to such musicals as THE RINK, RAGTIME, A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, and many more.

Terrence pulls back the curtain on his career to discuss how he first met muses Nathan Lane and James Coco, what it was like second acting during the Golden Age of Broadway, and why playwrights must look backward to look forward.

Also, Terrence shines the spotlight on Audra McDonald, Zoe Caldwell, and Geraldine Page!



BEHIND THE CURTAIN: BROADWAY'S LIVING LEGENDS is a podcast dedicated to preserving the memories, wisdom, and anecdotes of Broadway's greatest artists. From actors to directors, designers to producers, this podcast gives listeners the rare chance to hear Broadway's most intimate stories from the legends who were there to see it happen. The podcast is hosted by SDC director Robert W Schneider and AEA actor Kevin David Thomas. Exclusive Podcast: Go 'Behind the Curtain' with Legendary Playwright Terrence McNally  Image

Become a sponsor of Behind The Curtain and get early access to interviews, private playlists, and advance knowledge of future guests so you can ask the legends your own questions.

On Thursdays, Rob and Kevin release a mini-episode that reveals hidden gems of the musical theatre canon and highlight the merits of each gems. Previous cult musicals discussed include Personals, House of Flowers, Brownstone, and No Strings.




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