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Let's start off this spooky season with a look back at Death Becomes Her, the new musical comedy! We love a well researched show, and this one gives us life with its spectacular book, special effects and perfectly timed humour.

We promise this show is not just for the gaze - listen now!

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"If You Want Perfection" - Death Becomes Her (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"For The Gaze" - Death Becomes Her (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Alive Forever"...

This week's episode is a love letter to Canadian theatre, as we highlight Tell Tale Harbour, a new musical comedy set on the East coast. Tara and Stefania breakdown their use of the classic musical template, Alan Doyle's commitment to this show, and the importance of creating a cast recording to immortalize your work.

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"Gotta Go Home" - The Songs of Tell Tale Harbour (Original Cast Recording)

"Real and True" - The Songs of Tell Tale Harbour (Original Cast Recording)

"I've...

Tara and Stefania have your scoop on the highlights, drama, and predictions on what will transfer to Broadway this season.

It’s our annual tradition of keeping Sing Street alive, join us!

It looks like an exciting year ahead as Tara and Stefania walk us through the new seasons of theatre in Toronto. They're getting ready to repeat their favourites and expand their repertoire with shows just a road trip away -- join us for the drive!

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"Rainbow High" - Evita West End

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To celebrate their newly released cast recording, we’re bringing you back to NYC as we talk about Just in Time! Tara and Stefania recount the immersive experience of the one and only Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin. Join us!

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"Just in Time" - Just in Time (Original Broadway Cast)

"First Real Love" - Just in Time (Original Broadway Cast)

"Curtain Call Medley" - Just in Time (Original Broadway Cast)

"Mack the Knife" - Just in Ti...

Set sail with us this week as we dive into Shaw Festival's take on Anything Goes! Tara and Stefania had a de-lovely time at this timeless classic, join them for a chat about tap dancing, sets and casting!

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"Anything Goes" - Anything Goes (2011 New Broadway Cast Recording)

"It's De-Lovely" - Anything Goes (2011 New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Diet Pepsi" - Live from 2025 Las Culturistas Culture Awards - Single

"Ultimate" - Freak Friday - Original Soundtrack

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This week we're honoured to welcome one of our dream guests to the show -- Hailey Gillis! Hailey joins Tara and Stefania to chat about her history with The Great Comet as well as other Dave Malloy works, and shares what's most special about working in Canadian theatre.

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Natasha, Pierre, and The Great Comet of 1812 Trailer | Youtube

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It’s that time of year again! Tara and Stefania are off to Stratford to review Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and Annie, the two musicals of the season. Hop in and join us for the journey!

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"Overture " - Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: Original Broadway Cast Recording

"If You Want Perfection" - Death Becomes Her (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Love is my Legs" - Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: Original Broadway Cast Recording

"Finale" - Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: Original Broadway Cast Re...

Dead Outlaw was without a doubt one of the most unique new musicals on Broadway this season. Join Tara and Stefania on Elmer’s wild journey as we discuss yet another show that centres around the meaning of death.

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"Dead" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Up to the Stars" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Something From Nothing" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Indian Train" - Dead Outlaw (Original Broadway Cast Re...

Born from NBC's iconic TV show, SMASH made its Broadway debut, and took its final bow. Tara and Stefania talk about how they rewrote the story of Ivy vs Karen into a chaos of alcoholics, laxatives and meta storylines. Join us!

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"Let me be Your Star" - SMASH (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"On Lexington & 52nd Street" - SMASH (The Complete Season One)

"Rewrite This Story" - SMASH (The Complete Season Two)

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Tara and Stefania are hitting the road this week with Maybe Happy Ending!

We'll talk rush seat sight lines, Tony winning performances, and how love translate across languages.

Hop in!

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“When You’re In Love” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

“The Rainy Day We Met” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

“What I Learned From People” - Maybe Happy Ending I Beyond the Music (Original Broad...

This week, we’re exploring Broadway’s revival of Floyd Collins! Tara and Stefania talk about the hauntingly beautiful score, infamous staging choices and if this is finally Jeremy’s year for a Tony.

Come on, we’re a-callin’!

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"The Riddle Song " - Floyd Collins (1996 Original Off-Broadway Cast)

"The Dream" - Floyd Collins (1996 Original Off-Broadway Cast)

"The Call" - Lincoln Center Theatre Youtube

"Some People” - NPR Tiny Desk Gypsy

“My First...

A jam-packed season, two jam-packed episodes -- it's time for part two of the Tony nominations! We're hitting the road, and we'll tell you 'why love' the shows on stage this year.

Tara and Stefania jump into this stacked season of theatre, as they break down the acting categories of the musicals on Broadway.

It’s time to fill out your ballot - who are you picking this year?

Britta Johnson joins us again to talk about Life After, her newest show hitting the Toronto stage. Britta shares her opening night experience, changes that happened during the development of the musical, and the power of authenticity in storytelling. We’re so lucky to welcome her back to the pod, join us!

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"Poetry" - Life After

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Low-rise jeans, oversized sunnies, and musical comedies at center stage. We’re rewinding to the 2005 Tony's — twenty years later, who’s your Best New Musical winner? 

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“The First Goodbye” - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Original Broadway Cast recording) 

“Pandemonium” - 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Original Broadway Cast recording) 

“The Beauty Is” - The Light in the Piazza (Original Broadway Cast Recording) 

“Aiutami” - The Light in the Piazza (Original Broadway Cast Recording) 

“Here I A...

Get your waterproof mascara on, because this week Tara and Stefania are ranking their top tearjerkers!

Grab that box of tissues, and join us in the car for an emotional ride.

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"Being Alive" - Company (2006 Broadway Revival)

"Not A Day Goes By" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Not A Day Goes By Reprise" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Sunday" - Sunday in the Park with George...

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome!

We're heading back to the Kit Kat Klub to talk about the newest revival of Cabaret! Tara and Stefania chat about the immersive nature, underlying morals and different iterations of the classic show.

Start celebrating, right this way, come to the cabaret!

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"I Don't Care Much" - Adam Lambert performs Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club

"Willkommen" - Cabaret (2021 Cast Recording)

"Cabaret"- Cabaret (2021 Cast Recording)

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We're heading to Tulsa to talk Greasers, rush lines, and fight calls! Tara and Stefania could talk to you all night about the Tony award winning best musical, The Outsiders!

Stay gold!

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"Little Brother" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast)

"Throwing in the Towel" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast)

"Stay Gold" - The Outsiders, A New Musical (Original Broadway Cast)

"Tulsa '67" - The Outsiders, A New...

We’re taking a trip back to the 80s this week, as we review Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical! This jukebox show comments on altruism, community, and the power of music to influence the world.

Join us!

We’re starting off the year the only way we know how, with our way too early Tony nominations!

Are we crazy? Do we have a crystal ball? Who are you picking for this year's awards?

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"How Glory Goes" - Floyd Collins (Original Cast Recording)

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What a year!

We've made it to the end of 2024, which means it's time to review the incredible shows we've seen this year. We were so lucky to see performances that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with theatre all over again - listen now to our most memorable moments of 2024!

This week, we are rejoicifying in the existence of the Wicked movie, as we break down Jon Chu's take on the popular musical. Tara and Stefania talk casting choices, stylized vocals, and what we want to see in part two!

So sit back, have a drink of green elixir, and join us for a Wicked movie debrief 💗💚

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"Popular" - Wicked: The Soundtrack

"The Wizard and I" - Wicked: The Soundtrack

"Dancing Through Life" - Wicked: The Soundt...

This week, Tara and Stefania host Seth Zosky to talk about his role as Jack, in Mirvish’s production of Titanique! Seth tells us about being part of a show that instills so much joy and comedy to its audiences.

Join us for the adventure!

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"Taking Chance" - Titanique

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Tara and Stefania are here to give you the morning report on the pride (rock) of Disney Theatrical Productions --- The Lion King is still roaring on Broadway after 27 years, and has a number of accolades from highest grossest Broadway production to the first female to win the Tony for Best Director. We just can’t wait for you to listen -- join us!!

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"Circle of Life" - The Lion King: Original Broadway Cast

"I Just Can't Wait To Be King" - The Lion King: Original Br...

Tara and Stefania talk about casting, cameras and composers as we travel to Sunset Boulevard! Broadway’s latest revival has the star power and orchestrations that dreams are made of - join us!

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"The Car Chase" - SUNSET BLVD: The Album

"As If We Never Said Goodbye" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM

"The Phone Call" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM

"Sunset Boulevard" - SUNET BLVD: THE ALBUM

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This week, Irene Sankoff joins Tara and Stefania to tell them about the creative process behind the Canadian sensation, Come From Away. As one half of the writing team, Irene talks about using motifs in storytelling, trial and error writing methods, and how niche Canadian jokes translate internationally.

Tara and Stefania bring you a different kind of episode, as they recap how they saw 8 shows in 4 days in NYC. Tune in for tips on the rush process, discount tickets, and their initial thoughts on the shows.

Hop in!

The leaves are turning, the days are getting shorter, but we’re ramping up for a new season of theatre in New York! Tara and Stefania are fresh off their big city trip to talk about debuts, revivals and developing shows for the upcoming year!

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"Somewhere That’s Green" - Little Shop (FUNK Cover) ft. Sarah Hyland and Andrew Barth Feldman - Third Reprise

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It’s time for a new season of theatre, and Tara and Stefania are here to walk you through the shows we’ll see in the GTA this year.

From Toronto to London to Stratford and beyond, we’ve got you covered - join us!

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"Curious" - Alice in Wonderland - Bad Hats Theatre

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We’re off to Shaw Festival this week to talk about the timeless classic, My Fair Lady! Tara and Stefania chat set design, wigs, and modern takes in this week’s episode - join us!

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"On the Street Where You Live" - My Fair Lady (2018 BROADWAY CAST RECORDING)

"The Rain in Spain" - My Fair Lady (2018 BROADWAY CAST RECORDING)

"Uncharted Territory" - String (Studio Cast Recording)

"New York" - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York...

Join us for another summer at the Stratford Festival! Tara and Stefania talk about our roadtrip to watch two very different musicals: Something Rotten and La Cage aux Folles.

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"Right Hand Man" - Something Rotten! (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Hard to be The Bard" - Something Rotten! (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"The Best of Times" - La Cage Aux Folles (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"We Are What We Are" - La Cage Aux Folles (New Broadway...

We’re heading to North Shore High as we talk about Mean Girls, the musical! Tara and Stefania break down costumes, set pieces and stunt casting in the stage performance of the Tina Fey classic.

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"Apex Predator" - Mean Girls (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Someone Gets Hurt" - Mean Girls (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"What I Was Born to Do" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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This week, Tara and Stefania welcome Heather Kosik and Devon Michael Brown to the podcast as we discuss their impressive careers on the Stratford stage!

Heather and Devon give us a peak into their backstage lives of makeup, swing calls and two show days - join us!

We’re on the road again, as we report from Cambridge, Massachusetts on ART’s Gatsby: An American Myth.

Tara and Stefania talk class structure, dance numbers, and dirty shoes in the latest episode.

Join us for the (large) party!!

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"Over the Love" - The Great Gatsby: Music from Baz Luhrmann's Film

"Seven Devil" - Ceremonials

"The Western Wall" - The Connector (Original Cast Recording)

"Too Late...

Come party with us, as Tara and Stefania recount their time at Tina - The Tina Turner Musical! Mirvish's latest show tracks the journey of the Rock n' Roll icon through the ups and downs of her fascinating life.

Don't turn this car around, the show's about to start! 🎶

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"Proud Mary" - Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Original Cast Recording)

"What's Love Got to do With It" - Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Original Cast Recording)

"Simply the Best" - T...

Hop in our time machine as we travel back to 2004 to talk all things Tony awards! Tara and Stefania break down the most memorable parts of the musical nominees, join us!

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"Lot's Wife" - Caroline, Or Change 2004 Tony Performance

"Not The Boy Next Door" - The Boy From Oz (Original Broadway Cast)

"She Loves to Hear the Music" - The Boy From Oz (Original Broadway Cast)

"Defying Gravity" - Wicked (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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Our thoughts on this season seem to be as jam-packed as the eligibility deadline! We had too much to say to fit into just one episode, so please enjoy part two

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"Mascarade" - Stereophonic (Original Cast Recording)

"Great Expectations" - The Outsiders (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"I Wanna Go Back" - The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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Everybody's favourite season is back, as the Tony awards are right around the corner! Catch Tara and Stefania's thoughts on this year's nominees, snubs and predictions - hop in!

After months of teasing this episode, it's finally our time! Please enjoy 90 minutes of Tara and Stefania crying over the revival of Merrily We Roll Along.

Join us on this emotional ride!

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"Our Time" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"That Frank" - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Franklin Sheppard Inc." - Merrily We Roll Along (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Now You Know" - Merrily We Roll Along...

While several projects were given the green light this year as Gatsby entered the public domain, we are breaking down the Broadway-bound version starring Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada. Let us repeat the past for you as we review our experience at the Paper Mill Playhouse! Come on old sport, hop in!

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"For Her/My Green Light" - The Great Gatsby The Musical Youtube

"A Little Bit" - I Could Use a Drink: The Songs of Drew Gasparini

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We’re going back in time to our New York trip, as Tara and Stefania review Back to the Future!

We’re about to hit 88mph, hop in!

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"Put Your Mind To It" - Back to the Future: The Musical (Original Cast Recording)

"Back in Time" - Back to the Future: The Musical (Original Cast Recording)

"Perfection" - Lempicka A New Musical EP

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Tara and Stefania get down with Julia Pulo and Julia McLellan to talk queenspirations, standby slaying, and nail budgets.

There’s no way you’ll want to miss this interview of two Queen bees from Toronto’s production of SIX So just say ja and join us for the ride!

Tara and Stefania take you a million miles away to the land of Agrabah -- join them as they jump ahead into the stage adaptation of Disney's Aladdin!

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"These Palace Walls" - Aladdin (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Proud of Your Boy" - Aladdin (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Friend Like Me" - Aladdin (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Journeyman" - The Time Traveller's Wife The Musical (Original Cast Recording)

"Defying Gravity" - Wicked...

Jacob MacInnis sits down with Tara and Stefania to talk costumes, lighting and Greek mythology in Dion: A Rock Opera. Coal Mine theatre’s new show is a wild and provocative take on Dionysus, the god of wine and theatre - join us!

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"Moment to Moment" - DION: A ROCK OPERA

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Welcome to 2024! We're starting off with everyone's favourite episode of the year -- our annual way too early Tony nominations. Join us for bold, yet unsubstantiated statements and of course, American Idol-style reveals.

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"Toxic" - Once Upon A One More Time

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Tara and Stefania are wrapping up a remarkable year with a countdown of their top moments of 2023. Join us for the final ride of the year!

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"Old Friends -- Like It Was" - Merrily We Roll Along (The New Broadway Cast Recording)

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Ruth Brotherton joins Tara and Stefania to talk about Pride and Prejudice (*sort of), a hilarious retelling of the beloved novel. Ruth talks regency era fashion, backstage prop chaos, and audience interaction highlights.

Join us for this love letter to the Austen classic!

Get ready to raise the roof in our newest episode, all about Here Lies Love! Tara and Stefania talk marketing strategies, representation, and truly unique Broadway experiences. Meet you on the dance floor!

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"Here Lies Love" - Here Lies Love: Original Cast Recording

"Eleven Days" - Here Lies Love 2023 Instagram

"Please Don't" - Here Lies Love Concept Album

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Tara and Stefania had snow much fun chatting with the creative team behind Chris, Mrs -- a brand new original musical!

Matthew Stodolak & Katie Kerr are the married couple who developed this Santa-mental story, and join us to chat about the process of bringing it to life.

Hop in, you won’t want to mis(tletoe) this episode!

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"Ready to Try" - Chris, Mrs. A New Holiday Musical

"All I Want For Christmas" - Chris, Mrs. A New Holiday Musical

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Tara and Stefania rank their favourite 11 o'clock numbers - the big, show-stopping songs that bring the protagonist to the end of their journey.

Join us for the ride!

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"Precious Little Dream/AIDS Is God's Punishment" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Home" - Original Television Cast of the Wiz LIVE!

"Act II: No One Is Alone" - Into the Woods

"Come to Your Senses" - Tick, Tick...BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix...

Mirvish Productions is kicking off another musical season with In Dreams, a Roy Orbison jukebox musical that celebrates life, music, friendships, and dreams.

Tara and Stefania breakdown the North American premiere in our newest episode, hop in!

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"Crying" - Lena Hall

"Maybe" - Cassie Levy & Eleanor Worthington-Cox - Next To Normal

"Ready for the Ride" - Dream...and Shine Brighter Disneyland Paris Parade

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Tara and Stefania bring it back home this week, as they preview the shows happening in Toronto and the surrounding areas this upcoming season.

There’s a lot of theatre to get excited about this year, join us for the journey!

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"Nobody" - FANGIRLS (World Premiere Cast Recording)

"Take it Like a Man" - Legally Blonde The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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Tara and Stefania are back with their annual episode to tell you about the upcoming season of musicals on Broadway. Have we inspired a road trip to the Big Apple? Hop in!

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"30/90" - "tick, tick... BOOM!" Soundtrack from the Netflix Film

"For Good" - Cast of High School Musical The Musical The Series

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We are thrilled to chat with Jennifer Rider-Shaw this week, as she tells us about her role as Lady of the Lake in Stratford's Spamalot.

Come with us on the journey to hear about her show day routine, pregnant costume fittings, and favourite audition memories. Hop in!

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"Dainty June and Her Farmboys" - Gypsy - The 2008 Broadway Cast Recording

"Suddenly Seymour" - Joy Woods - Little Shop of Horrors Off -Broadway

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A show that's as relevant now as it was when it came out almost 30 years ago - there no day but today to listen to Tara and Stefania break down Stratford's production of Rent!

Hop in the car with us, and measure this one in miles!

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"Sneak Peek In the Rehearsal Hall with Rent Stratford Festival" - Youtube

"Seasons of Love Rent Stratford Festival 2023"

"Don't Lose Your Head" - Six: Live on Opening Night (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

We've made you wait for us, but we're finally talking about the Tony and Grammy award winning musical, Hadestown! Join Tara and Stefania as they break down both the Broadway and Mirvish production of the Anais Mitchell's retelling of the classic myth. So hop in the car and join us on the way down to Hadestown!

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"When the Chips are Down" - Hadestown (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Chant" - Hadestown (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Wait for Me" - Hadestown (Original Broadway...

While we never made it to the show, we’re in the car to talk about Sing Street, the movie. Join us as Tara and Stefania recount the story, songs, and transition to stage - hop in!

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"Go Now" - Sing Street (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Lost Stars" - Begin Again (Music From and Inspired by the Original Motion Picture)

"Drive It Like You Stole It" - Sing Street (Original Motion Picture)

"Up" - Sing Street (Or...

Another week, another ranking episode! This time Tara and Stefania are debating the best act two openers! Hop in

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“Too Darn Hot” - Kiss Me Kate (Original Broadway Cast)

“King of New York” - Newsies (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

“It’s Hot up Here” - Sunday in the Park with George (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

“Hometown Hero’s Ticker Tape Parade” - Dogfight (Original Cast Recording)

“I Feel Pretty” - West Side Story (Original 1957 Broadway Cast Recording)

“Seasons of Love” - Rent (Original Broadway Ca...

It’s been a long time coming, but we’re thrilled to be finally talking about Kelly v. Kelly! The third and final show in her Crescendo Series, we’re excited to again celebrate the work of Britta Johnson, and her writing partner Sara Farb.

Cue the music, it’s time to dance!

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"Eugenia at the Tango Club" - The Musical Stage Company (Youtube)

"Somebody Will" - Shucked (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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We’re journeying through the pasts of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty this week, as we provide another episode in our composer series. Hop in!

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"Forever Yours" - Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Why We Tell The Story" - Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording)

"Prologue: Ragtime" - Ragtime: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Solla Sollew" - Seussical: The Musical (2000 Original Broadway Cast)

"Alone in th...

We had too many thoughts for just one episode so we’re back for another round of Tony nominations this week. Join us!

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"Independently Owned" - Shucked (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"...Baby One More Time" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"This Is Not Over Yet" - Parade (2023 Broadway Cast Recording)

"Father Time" - Kimberly Akimbo (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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The Tony nominations have dropped and Tara and Stefania are here to talk all the surprises and snubs in store for this year’s award show. Hop in!

This week we're ranking the best (and worst) original songs written for movie musicals. Tara and Stefania were very specific with the rules for this one, so we're talking original songs that weren't in the stage production and help advance the plot. Join us!

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"Cinema Italiano" - Nine (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

"Ladies Choice" - Hairspray (Soundtrack to the Motion Picture)

"Beautiful City" - Godspell (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

"Listen" - Dreamgirls (Music from the Motion...

With some imagination, a few extra chokeys, and a little bit of (movie) magic, Matilda the Musical brings the stage to the screen. Tara and Stefania are breaking down budget, choreography, and standout performances this week - hop on board the library truck!

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"When I Grow Up" - Matilda the Musical Original London Cast Recording

"Revolting Children" -Matilda the Musical Original London Cast Recording

"School Song" - Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)

Nothing but a good time this week, as we chat about Toronto's latest production of Rock of Ages 🎸 Tara and Stefania break down the high energy audience, phenomenal Canadian cast, and a truly chaotic app experience. Let's get this party started!

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"Don't Stop Believin'" - Rock Of Ages (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"Wanted Dead Or Alive" - Rock Of Ages (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

"I Want To Know What Love Is" - Rock Of Ages (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

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We have a passenger this week as we welcome AJ Bridel to the car! We truly had so much fun chatting about her role in Kinky Boots, as a finalist on Over The Rainbow, and the upcoming production of Rock of Ages. Hop in!
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"Mein Heir" - Cabaret (2021 London Cast Recording)

"Wait For Me" from The Time Traveller's Wife: The Musical"

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We’re back with our annual Way Too Early Tony Nominations! Tara and Stefania break out the crystal ball to predict the nominees and winners for this year’s musicals.🔮 Hop in!
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"No Friends -Almost Famous - The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)"

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Go, go, go Joe!

London's newest production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has landed in Toronto. Tara and Stefania talk performances, set, and choreography in ALW's walking work of art.

Close every (car) door, we're on our way

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"Go, Go, Go Joseph" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording)

"Benjamin Calypso" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording)

"Jacob and Sons/Joseph’s Coat" - Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamboat (Canadian Cast Recording)

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Tara and Stefania recap their most memorable moments from the past year, both on stage and behind the mic -- join us for one last ride in 2022! ... "Memory Song" - Kyle Ramar Freeman & Michael R Jackson "...Baby One More Time" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "That's the Way It Is" - & Juliet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Matt Rogers: Have You Heard of Christmas? - "Hottest Female Up In Whoville" " All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Don’t delay or be misled, join us on our journey Into the Woods. Tara and Stefania talk Sondheim, revivals and not so happily ever afters. We wish, more than anything, that you’ll join us in the car this week.... "Prologue: Into the Woods" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "Moments in the Woods" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "Witch's Lament" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) "No One Is Alone" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Grab the confetti cannons, pop the bubbly, it’s time to celebrate! Join us as we commemorate our 100th episode by counting down our top 100 moments in musical theatre history 🎉🍾Buckle up — we’ve come a long way but this car isn’t stopping anytime soon ... All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Whether yer a wizard or a muggle, we want to talk about Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. With the wizarding world brought to life on stage, there is a lot to unpack - so grab some butterbeer and join us on the Hogwarts Express! ... "Money, Money, Money \ Angeleyes" - UnCovered: The Music of Abba - The Musical Stage Company"It Takes Two" - Into The Woods (2022 Broadway Cast Recording)All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This week we're sharing our inner thoughts about A Strange Loop! This truly unique show highlights the brilliance of Michael R Jackson as he brings you along on the journey of writing a musical. Join us for the ride! ... "Periodically" - ‎A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Inner White Girl" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Memory Song" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Precious Little Dream/AIDS is God's Punishment" - A Strange Loop (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Losing My Mind" - The Kelly Clarkson Show  "Meant to be Yours" - Heathers: The Musical (Wor...

We're staying local this week, as we preview the shows in Toronto for this upcoming season. Check out our latest episode for everything Tara and Stefania are excited to see in the GTA this year! ... " SIX The Musical: Tiny Desk Concert" "The Lamest Place in the World" - '13: The Musical' Movie Soundtrack All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

The air is crisper, the leaves are changing, and it's time for a new season of Broadway theatre! Tara and Stefania chat about which shows have us planning a road trip, and which ones may need a bit more time out-of-town. Hop in! ... "Do It For You" - Between the Lines The Musical "What do you Know About Love" - HSMTMTS Season 3 All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

After years of manifesting this moment, Robert Markus joins us in the car this week! Tara and Stefania chat with the Stratford star about his vocal range versatility, memorable audition stories, and process behind his many different roles. ... "Is This Not Love?" -  Twelfth Night  "If This Is Love" - The Notebook - A New Musical  "Everybody's Coming Together" - Almost Famous The Musical  All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Phone rings, door chimes, in comes...Tara & Stefania to talk all about the recently-closed, gender-bent revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company! ... "Company" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Being Alive" - Company (2006 Broadway Revival Cast) "You Can Drive a Person Crazy" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Another Hundred People" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Getting Married Today" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Ladies Who Lunch" - Company (2018 London Cast Recording) "Stay With Me" - Josh Henry & Gavin Creel TikTok All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Adultery, murder, and showbiz - what more can you ask for? Tara and Stefania break down Stratford Festival's rendition of Chicago! .. . "Overture" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "My Own Best Friend" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "Razzle Dazzle" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "We Both Reached for the Gun" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "Cell Block Tango" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) "I'll Be There" - MJ the Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "All That Jazz" - Chicago The Musical (New Broadway Cast Recording (1997)) All...

We’re turning back the clocks to 2013 - when NPH hosted the Tony’s, Ben was married to a different Jennifer, and children dominated the Broadway stage. Tara and Stefania discuss the four new musical nominees: A Christmas Story, Bring It On, Matilda and Kinky Boots. Buckle up, we’re going back in time!  ... "Ralphie to the Rescue" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "A Christmas Story" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "Sticky Situation" - A Christmas Story: The Musical (Original 2012 Broadway Cast) "It's All Happening" - Bring It On: The Musical (Original Broadway...

What’s in a song? In its pre-Broadway engagement, & Juliet answers the question, “What if Juliet didn’t kill herself?” Tara and Stefania tell us about choreo, feminism, and boy bands in the new Max Martin jukebox musical ... "Problem/Can't Feel My Face" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Domino" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Show Me Love" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Everybody" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "One More Try" - Betsy Wolfe TikTok "Blow" - & Juliet (Original London Cast Recording) "Superstar" - Jesus Christ Superstar: Highlights From the All-Female Studio Cast Recording "The Music That Mak...

Stefania is in the driver's seat this week as we talk about Tara's first experience at the ballet! We're talking French vocabulary, accessible pricing, and everything we love about this modern classic. Let us pointe out all the amazing things about Swan Lake! . . . "Find Me" - Dixon Road (2022) "Tattoos" - Renee Rapp All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only

Picture this - you're listening to your favourite cast album, and then that song comes on, and you instinctively reach over to press "skip" - what song is it? Tara and Stefania rank their top skippable songs, with of course some honourable mentions for cast recordings with zero skips. Hop in, we promise you won't want to skip this episode! ... "Home Before You Know It" - The Bridges of Madison County (Original Broadway Cast Recording)   "Give Way" - Dogfight (Original Cast Recording) "I'm Outta Here" - Ghost The Musical (Original Cast Recording) "Lifeboat" - Heathers: The Musical (World Premiere Cast R...

Tara and Stefania are in the car this week to talk about the Disney+ original movie, Better Late Than Never. Broadway cameos, theatre kid dreams, and a NYC road trip -- what more could we ask for?? ..."No One Gets Left Behind" - Better Nate Than Ever (Original Soundtrack) "Big Time" - Better Nate Than Ever (Original Soundtrack) "About to go Awf" - Better Nate Than Ever (Original Soundtrack) "You Oughta Know" by Alanis Morissette ft. Duomo & Kroma "Just for a Moment" - Olivia Rodrigo & Joshua Basset  All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

We're celebrating, we're drinking, we're editing giant excel sheets - it's award season! 🏆Tara and Stefania break down the nominees for this year's Tony Awards, update their predictions from February, and get hyped for our favourite season of the yearStart your engines, fill out your ballots, award season is around the corner! 🚗 ... "Little Shop of Horrors: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert" - Youtube All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This week, we interviewed Jenny Weisz about her role Grow! Jenny has roots with the podcast going back to high school. Tara and Stefania chat about Glee Club memories, getting back in front of an audience, and bringing this homegrown Canadian musical to the stage. Join us in the car! ... "Grow" - From The Musical Grow feat. Virtual Choir  "Wherever You Go I Will Go" - Grow A New Musical Comedy Trailer (Grand Theatre London) - Youtube All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Hello, gorgeous! Our newest episode is all about an old classic - listen to Tara and Stefania's thoughts on the iconic 1968 film, as well as what they can't wait to see when Funny Girl hits the Broadway stage once again! ... "Don't Rain On My Parade (Glee Cast Version)" - Glee: The Music, The Complete Season One"People" - Julia Murney "His Love Makes Me Beautiful" - Funny Girl (Original Soundtrack Recording) "Don't Rain On My Parade" - Funny Girl (Original Soundtrack Recording) "My Man" - Funny Girl (Original Soundtrack Recording) "Who Are You Now" - Funny Girl (Original 1964 Broadway Cast...

We're back this week with another instalment of our composer series! Tara and Stefania take on their first composing duo, as they discuss the Broadway careers of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. A truly perfect marriage of talents, Shaiman and Wittman are the brains behind Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can, and countless hits from Smash. Hop in! ... "Welcome to the 60's" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "You Can't Stop the Beat" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Good Morning Baltimore" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Without Love" - Hairspray (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Ladies Choice" - Hairspray...

This week is all about bio musicals - employing an artist's catalog of music to tell their life story.Tara and Stefania recount their favourite shows, and discuss whose story we want to hear next! Listen in! ... "Save the City" Hawkeye: Vol. 2 (Episodes 4-6) [Original Soundtrack] All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Ever wondered about the history of movie musicals at the Oscar's? Tune in to hear Tara and Stefania recount their picks for this year, as well as the highlights from iconic movies over the last century.Grab some popcorn and take your seats! ... "Falling Slowly" - Once (Music from the Motion Picture) "Over the Rainbow" - The Wizard of Oz (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "The Man That Got Away" - I'd Do Anything - BBC One "Sextet Montage" -  (Music from the Netflix Film "tick, tick... BOOM!") - SingleAll music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

What are you searching for? Tara and Stefania are back to rank their favourite 'I Want' songs. Join us in the car, and don't be afraid to belt out your dreams! ... "Roxie" - Chicago (Music from the Motion Picture) "(Just a) Simple Sponge" - SpongeBob SquarePants, the New Musical (Original Cast Recording) "I Just Can't Wait to be King" - The Lion King (Original 1997 Broadway Cast Recording) "The Room Where It Happens" - Hamilton: An American Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "Waiting for Life" - Once on This Island (New Broadway Cast Recording) "What Baking Can Do" - Waitress (Original B...

Once again, we're coming at you with our way too early Tony nominations! To start off 2022, Tara and Stefania are breaking down their picks for this year's Tony awards. Who are you betting on? ... "What the Hell" - MRS. DOUBTFIRE BroadwayCon"Wicked A Cappella Medley" - A Chance to Fly - VoicePlayAll music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

And that’s a wrap on 2021! From obsessing over closed shows to ranking their favourite new movie musicals, join Tara and Stefania as they countdown some of their top moments of the year! Cheers to 2022!... "In The Heights" - In The Heights (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Sunday" - tick, tick... BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)  "The Dance at the Gym: Mambo" - West Side Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Balcony Scene (Tonight) - West Side Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Material Girl" - Cinderella (Soundtrack from the Amazon Original Movie)Cinderella Original Motion Picture Cast All music tracks used for...

As a proudly Canadian podcast, we are thrilled to finally be talking about our proudly Canadian musical! Come From Away is based on the true stories of the days following September 11, when 38 planes carrying thousands of 'Come From Aways' landed in Gander, Newfoundland. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you may even kiss a cod - Join us on The Rock! ..."Me and the Sky" - Come From Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording)"Welcome to the Rock" - Come From Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "I Am Here" - Come From Away (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Screech In" - Come From Away...

What are we meant to do with the time we have? This week, Tara and Stefania are talking all about Tick, Tick... Boom! This movie musical pays homage to Jonathan Larson's life and contributions to the theatre world, and in timely sense, touches on the vast impact of Stephen Sondheim as well. Casting, cameos and easter eggs - there's so much to talk about. Hop in! ... "30/90" - tick, tick... BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)  "Boho Days" - tick, tick... BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)  "Green Green Dress" - tick, tick... BOOM! (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)  "Sunday" - tic...

Another day of sun, another movie musical episode! Tara and Stefania have waited years to talk about the casting, choreo and score of La La Land. Damien Chazelle's 2016 masterpiece still shines brightly in our dreams, and we're not wasting this chance to dive in! It's a lovely night, join us! ... "City of Stars" - La La Land (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Mia & Sebastian's Theme" - La La Land (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "A Lovely Night" - La La Land (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Someone in the Crowd" - La La Land (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Another Day of Sun"...

Welcome to another iteration of our composer series! This week we are thrilled to be talking about our first female composer, Jeanine Tesori Tara and Stefania take a dive into her lengthy career, highlighting the wide range of musical scores that she has gifted us since changing her major. You ready to go for that drive? Hop in. ... "On my Way" - Violet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Let it Sing" - Violet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "I Turned the Corner/Falling in Love With Someone (Quartet/Reprise)" - Violet (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Forget About the Boy" - Violet (Original...

We’re celebrating Halloween by diving into the spookiest of the DCOMs - Descendants! Tara and Stefania are invested in the lives of these teens, as they breakdown all 3 movies in the Descendants franchise. Join us in the car, chillin’ like a villain ... "Evil Like Me" - Descendants (Original TV Movie Soundtrack) "Chillin' Like a Villain" - Descendants 2 (Original TV Movie Soundtrack) "Ways to be Wicked" - Descendants 2 (Original TV Movie Soundtrack) "Space Between" - Descendants 2 (Original TV Movie Soundtrack) "Night Falls" - Descendants 3 (Original TV Movie Soundtrack) All music tracks used for educational and entertainment purposes only.

This week, it's all about The People's Princess. Join Tara and Stefania as they dive into Diana, the latest movie musical to hit the streaming services this year. We're talking target audience, quick changes, tone, and more!... "The Words Came Pouring Out" - Diana: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "I Will" - Diana: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "If (Light The World)" - Diana: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "This is How Your People Dance" - Diana: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "The Main Event" - Diana: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)  "Happiness/Simply Breathe" - Dia...

Words didn’t fail us this week, as we dive into the Dear Evan Hansen movie. Tara and Stefania share their hot takes on the film, relationship to the musical, and thoughts on the future of the DEH franchise. Sincerely, us ... "Anybody Have a Map" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "Waving Through A Window" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "The Anonymous Ones" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Disappear" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Broadway Cast Recording) "You Will Be Found" - Dear Evan Hansen (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) "Requiem"- Dear Ev...