Happy Hour #36: A Godspell Gab - ‘Godspell’

Discuss on Reddit ➤ Support the Show ➤ Prepare ye-selves for our next musical, Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak’s ‘Godspell!’ This week Jimi and Tommy debate whether this is a show about religion or community, marvel over the creative freedom allowed when producing it and try and decide which are their favourite (of the MANY) cast recordings. Godspell (The New Broadway Cast) Amazon / iTunes / Spotify  SHOW NOTES Tweet us your ideas! Stephen Schwartz’s service to his fans is fantastic. Check out the forums on his website to see some of his interaction. The Godspell stuff is particularly interesting! Godspell is yet another ‘70s-New-York-Centric-Movie-Musical, have a look at a young Victor Garber leading the flock with some fascinating choreography to ‘All For The Best.’ In complete contrast, have a look at the trailer for the 2011 Broadway revival of Godspell complete with onstage water and trampolines! We want to hear about your thoughts on the religious side of Godspell, particularly if you’re not of the Christian faith - but Christians don’t worry, we want to hear from you too! Come say hi on Reddit! A LYRICAL QUIZ QUESTION In the song ‘Beautiful City’ from Godspell lies the title of our next musical. What could it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices