The Peanut Gallery by MTH
By Tim Scott & George Harter
The Peanut Gallery is an intergenerational podcast featuring conversations about professional theater and the performing arts. Listen in as we discuss theater trends, the business of theater, and the power of live theatrical experiences ~ while sharing stories, musings, and anecdotes about life on stage. The Peanut Gallery is hosted by longtime Theater producer, director, and actor Tim Scott, alongside nationally syndicated radio host and New York and Broadway tour guide, George Harter.
The Peanut Gallery by MTHApr 24, 2020
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Revivals
In this episode George and Tim discuss the origin of musical revivals. How they came to be and why they are so popular.
May 09, 202030:44
Art Through Pandemics
In this episode Tim and George discuss how theater and art has evolved through pandemics. Particularly how art changed during the early 1920s as a result of the 1918 flu pandemic and largely due to World War I. They also ponder how Theater can and will change as a result of the current Covid-19 crisis.
May 01, 202029:24
Lerner and Loewe
In this episode George and Tim discuss the partnership of Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe. How they met and why their partnership worked so well, in spite of some rocky roads to Broadway for a few of their shows.
Apr 24, 202032:21
Disruption in American Theater
In this episode Tim and George discuss historical disruptions in the American theater, including the current COVID-19 crisis. How audiences and theater producers adapt and the importance of human connection.
Apr 15, 202032:03
Cast Recordings and LPs
In this episode George and Tim discuss the thirty-three and a third long-playing record and the influence it had on Broadway cast recordings and marketing shows.
Apr 04, 202029:00
Musical Partnerships
In this episode Tim and George discuss the great partnerships in musical theater. From Rodgers & Hammerstein to the longest partnership ever - Kander & Ebb -- and ranking the top 5 of all time.
Mar 23, 202032:11
The Scenic Evolution
From operetta to classic musical theater to mega-musicals to essentialism, in this episode Tim and George discuss how the literal look of musicals have evolved over the last 100 years.
Mar 06, 202029:42
Critics and Critiques
Tim and George discuss the pitfalls of offering feedback on theater performances as well as the art of critiquing theater in print and on social media What's the point and is it still a real thing?
Feb 21, 202027:50
The Evolution of R&H
In this episode Tim and George discuss the evolution of Rodgers & Hammerstein; from their works apart to the prime of their careers. Furthermore, they discuss the evolution of R&H musicals and what the future may hold for their works.
Feb 09, 202029:24
Introduction and the business of theater
A short intro to your hosts, Tim and George, and their ideas on the business of theater.
Jan 09, 202025:34