The Sunset Project
It was more than just a musical. It was a cultural juggernaut. The Hamilton of its time. And the powerhouse production machine behind it would ensure nothing was in its way to make it a hit. And along the way, egos, contracts and lamps would be sacrificed. All this and more on The Sunset Project
Podcasting since 2020 • 18 episodes
The Sunset Project
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Episode 17: Conclusion
Our journey ends with a trip to DC's Kennedy Center to see Stephanie J. Block in Sunset Boulevard. Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com
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Episode 17
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Episode 16: Amy Powers
Amy Powers -- the original lyricist attached to Sunset Boulevard -- was instrumental in shaping Sunset's score. And with co-lyricist Don Black, she put the stamp on the show's iconic ballad...
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Episode 16
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Episode 15: The Afterlife
Following its original runs, Sunset has enjoyed a solid, if complicated, road to regional theatre. Joining this episode are two Chicago-based actors, and real-life couple, Heidi Kettenring and David Girolmo, who were in the first regional produ...
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Episode 14: The Patti Episode
It was bound to happen. Broadway Bob discusses his decades-long infatuation with Sunset's OG Norma Desmond: Patti LuPone. Contact me at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com
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Episode 14
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Quick update: Check out Broadway Bob on "Burnt" podcast
I was honored to join host Blake Ross on her podcast "Burnt" (episode 8) where we discussed the impetus for creating "The Sunset Project" and do a drive by of all the Sunset drama. It was a super fun discussion - check it out! Access th...
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