Closing Night

Publisher:
Patrick Oliver Jones

Closing Night

5.0/5

Critic Rating

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. Whether you're a theater enthusiast, creative artist, or history buff, you'll...


Critic Reviews

Score: 5

Lauren Passell • Podcast The Newsletter Sep 11, 2023

"Patrick Oliver Jones, is an experienced theater actor...I was fascinated to hear the Evita episode...Closing Night explains how this revival was different and why it couldn’t recapture the fame and longevity of the original."

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