Episode 76: Megan Phillips & Peter Cavell; "People Suck: A Musical Airing of Grievances"

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Alison Mullings hosts Megan Phillips and Peter Cavell, who share the story of their collaboration that began over 10 years ago. They discuss the inception of their musical 'People Suck: A Musical Airing of Grievances', the challenges they faced in bringing it to the Fringe Festival, the unexpected setbacks they encountered, and the resilience that kept their project alive through the pandemic. Their journey highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and the unpredictable nature of the artistic process. In this conversation, we discuss the evolution of their musical, reflecting on its journey, the creative challenges they faced, and the personal growth they experienced throughout the process. TICKETS FOR THE FRINGE SHOW: https://fringetoronto.com/fringe/show/people-suck-musical-airing-grievances THEIR WEBSITE: https://www.peoplesuckmusical.com/You can also follow them on IG: [at]peoplesuckmusicalChapters00:00 The Origins of Collaboration03:00 The Birth of 'People Suck'05:59 The Journey to the Fringe Festival09:03 The Aftermath of Success12:07 The Unexpected Setbacks14:54 The Resilience of 'People Suck'18:12 The Impact of 2020 on the Show20:58 The Journey to Toronto Fringe24:50 The Evolution of 'People Suck'31:06 Creative Challenges and Growth37:40 The Personal Impact of Collaboration39:43 Takeaways from a Decade of Work41:39 The Challenge of Creative Vulnerability44:12 The Joy of Collaboration46:46 Advice to Younger Selves49:07 The Hero's Journey54:03 Aspirations for the Future