Unseen Artists

It's time to put on your dancing shoes as we are ready to break down some walls and show these small towns that dancing is NOT a crime! Join us for Footloose. Follow Along:  Footloose the Movie Footloose on Stage As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we are diving back into Sondheim with Into the Woods. Follow Along:  Into the Woods on Stage Into the Woods Movie - Disney+ As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us as we discuss drag, shoes, and Cyndi Lauper. What more could you ask for? Follow Along: Kinky Boots on Stage - Broadway HD Kinky Boots the Movie - Paramount+ As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we discuss a bit of a generic topic of short plays. Deep dive with us as we talk about the pros, the cons, and the festival "Sex Jokes & Murder". Check out Sour Grapes Productions: https://sourgrapesproductions.com/ As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us as we make our way down Fleet Street to discuss Sweeney Todd. Follow Along: - Sweeney Todd on Broadway - Sweeney Todd the Movie - If you can find the original Penny Dreadful - Do it. As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we talk about the somewhat problematic Broadway hit, Funny Girl! Follow Along: - Funny Girl on Broadway! - Funny Girl the Movie - Funny Lady the Movie As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us this week on our mythological journey as we discuss the origins and stories that gave us Hadestown! Follow Along: - Hadestown on Broadway! - Hadestown Concept Album (2010) - Hadestown Live Album (2017) Book Rec: Working on a Song - Anais Mitchell Pod Rec: Let's Talk About Myths, Baby As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we are talking about the incredible and unknown Kenneth "Mr. Madame" Marlow in Make Me Gorgeous. Follow Along: - Make Me Gorgeous Stage Show - Donnie's New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/7866/donniedon-horn - Triangle Productions: http://www.trianglepro.org/#sthash.yJQwHjls.dpbs - Queer Musicals: https://www.queermusicals.com/ As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us this week as we go on an adventure to find the Holy Grail with Monty Python's Spamalot Follow Along: - Monty Python's Spamalot - Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Eric Idle's Book, "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" - Any other Monty Python content for good measure :) As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we are discussing a true classic with Tennessee William's first play, The Glass Menagerie. Follow Along: - The Glass Menagerie (Book by Tennessee Williams) - The Glass Menagerie (Katherine Hepburn Movie) - The Glass Menagerie (Stage Show) As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us as we discuss the new Broadway sensation, How to Dance in Ohio. Stay tuned through the end for my best friend Dr. Rachel Knight who will talk with us about autism and theater! Follow Along: - How to Dance in Ohio (Documentary on Max) - How to Dance in Ohio (Broadway Musical) As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro and Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We are very excited to be joined by our friend and incredible playwright Aaron Harris Woodsmen on the anniversary of the table read we did with them for Turn That Thing Around. Find Aaron and all their plays including Turn That Thing Around: https://linktr.ee/ahwdesign Outro Music from Turn That Thing Around composed by Luke McLoughlin and performed by Mike Grittani. As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us on this fun adventure of reminiscing about an incredible musical, days in community theater, and assorted other topics that arise as normal. Follow Along:  - Oliver! - The Musical - Oliver! - The Musical Movie made by Columbia - Oliver! - The 1994 Movie - Oliver! - 2023 Encores As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we deep dive into the somewhat controversial Jesus Christ Superstar. We are joined for this episode by our wonderful friend, Allan Cason. Follow Along:  - Jesus Christ Superstar - The Concept Album - Jesus Christ Superstar - Original Stage Show - Jesus Christ Superstar - 2017 Concert Version - Jesus Christ Superstar - The Movie As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Happy New Year! We've made it to 2024. Join us in celebration as we discuss the drama that is Sunset Boulevard. Follow Along:  - Sunset Boulevard (1950) - Sunset Boulevard the Musical As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! What better way to celebrate than with the classic book and film, Little Women Follow Along:  - Little Women Book - Little Women 1994 - Little Women 2019 - Little Women the Musical As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

No better day than today to dive into a gender-swapped revival. Join us on this journey as we see where Company started where it is now. Follow Along: - 2006 Revival - 2021 Broadway Revival - Current Broadway Tour As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We break free from the mold yet again to bring you an episode about plays within plays. Grab your favorite Shakespeare play (because it probably fits the mold) and buckle up as we deep dive. Did we leave out your favorite play? Do you have an idea for a play within a play? Let us know! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We're still talking Shakespeare, but this time it's an adaptation. That's right, this week we are talking about Kiss Me Kate! Follow Along:   - Watch your favorite stage show - Watch the 1958 film As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us in our first but certainly not last deep dive into Shakespeare with Taming of the Shrew. Follow Along:   - Read William Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew - Watch your favorite stage show - Watch the 1967 Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor film As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg  Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Climb to the heights of Notre Dame with us as we talk about friendship, sadness, and the beauty in the macabre. Follow Along:   - Read Victor Hugo's Hunchback of Notre Dame novel - Watch your favorite stage show (We watched La Jolla's) - Watch the Disney movie! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Take a stroll with us down Avenue Q and learn about puppetry and the show that took Broadway by storm. We discuss using adult themes, the novelty of puppetry, and a bit of parody this week. Follow Along:   - Just watch your favorite recording of Avenue Q :) As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

You've all seen Titanic, "Never let go, Jack." But join us as we discuss the real people involved while listening to some beautiful and sometimes haunting musical selections. This week we are discussing Titanic the Musical! Follow Along:  - Titanic the Musical - We also briefly discuss the movie As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected]  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere  Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg   Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.   Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we are ready for Halloween as we deep dive into the disturbing yet fascinating tale of Jekyll and Hyde. Follow Along: - 1995 Pre-Broadway Tour - 1997 OBC - 2001 DVD Recording - Robert Louis Stevenson's 1886 Book The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we go through the looking glass and deep dive into more adaptations of Alice in Wonderland. Watch with us: - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Royal Ballet on Broadway HD - Alice at the Palace on Broadway HD As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we go down the rabbit hole as we deep dive into the story of Alice in Wonderland and it's many film and stage adaptations. As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us for this true classic from Andrew Lloyd Webber as we discuss how Phantom of the Opera IS Broadway, and do a bit of a dive into the lesser well-known, Phantom. As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We've been talking around Miss Saigon for weeks so now it's time to actually talk about it! Have you seen it? Do you want to see it? Let us know your thoughts!  As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we bring you something new. We aren't focusing on a show but a theme! Join us in this intro to interactive theater, and let us know your favorite and least favorite things about being involved. As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Another week another episode where we spend the entire episode talking about what we say we will! Join us as we deep dive into our opposing views on DEH and let us know your thoughts as well! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we talk about ... POTUS. And pretty much just that! I know. Who are we?? As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we talk about everything. Our conversation goes from The Piano Lesson to August Wilson to inspiration to even licensing rights. It's a fun one that covers a wide variety of topics that you won't want to miss! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We go off on many many tangents and have a lot of emotions. But what's new? As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This episode is very near and dear to our hearts. Arthur Miller, Sharon D. Clark, and Wendell Pierce. What more could you ask for? As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

It's the moment you've been waiting for. We've made it to the end of our Cinderella discussion and finally get to the part about Bad Cinderella. The musical that everyone is talking about. Reviews are all over the place, and we are here to add to the chaos. Join us! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us this week as we start our journey discussing Cinderella in our first ever two-part episode! Courtney can't stop talking about Massenet's opera adaptation, and Noelle will convince you to watch Camilla Cabello's new adaptation on Amazon. It's a wild ride, and we are just getting starting!   As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we discuss and gush over how impressed we are with Suzan-Lori Parks writing and creation of Topdog/Underdog. If you haven't seen this show yet, please pick up the book and see if you can put together all of the pieces!   As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

Join us on this journey as we discuss New York, New York, the movie adaptation, and our opinions on many many many more movie to stage ideas. What movie do you think should be adapted to the stage??  As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we talk about Take Me Out which was a revival. We discuss how sexuality and stereotypes have had an unnecessary effect on the theater world (and society) for way too long. And of course about how much we just loved this show! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

This week we talk about the brand new play, Fat Ham. It is one whirlwind of a show as is this episode. We spiral off into plans involving Shakespeare and Unseen Artists. Apologies in advance, Courtney's audio quality is not top-notch again, but don't worry it should be fixed for next time! As always if you are interested in getting involved or pitching ideas, our inbox is always open: [email protected] Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

SURPRISE!!! It's our first bonus episode! Noelle and Courtney run through the categories of Tony Nominations, who got snubbed, and who Noelle will start a revolution for if they don't win. Apologies in advance, Courtney's audio quality is not top-notch because her computer had a breakdown while we tried to record this. Regardless, I hope you have a fun time with our thoughts, and we would love to hear yours as well! Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

We have our first guest y'all! We had such a great time talking with Lee Winters about the intricacies of Judaism and how they were beautifully interwoven in this heartbreaking story. Lee is an award-winning playwright, Gold Star New York City tour guide, and experience designer, and you can check him out and see what he's currently up to @theleewinters. Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

In this episode, we talk about the astounding revival of A Doll's House. Amongst the controversy and mixed feelings over the years, this show has really made a new name for itself this year with its staging choices. Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana.  Cover art by Katelyn Weems

In this episode, we talk about the queen, Audra McDonald along with how this show was such a gem and closed too early. All I can say is if you ever get a chance to see this show, run to your nearest theater! Intro/Outro music by Darwin Santana. Cover art by Katelyn Weems Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg

Welcome to our first discussion post Tony nomination announcements. We talk Kimberly Akimbo, the unknown Progeria, and minimal talk about issues that need to be addressed for people with disabilities and why it's ridiculous that disabled persons are looked over too often for theater. Link to NY Times Article mentioned: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/10/theater/kimberly-akimbo-review.html Huge shoutout to Darwin Santana for our intro and outro music! Thank you to Katelyn Weems for our cover art.  Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg

Join us for this riveting conversation about casting and book to movie to stage to movie again adaptations. Huge shoutout to Darwin Santana for our intro and outro music! Thank you to Katelyn Weems for our cover art. Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg

This week we discuss traditional Broadway, costuming, and gender swapping in theater. Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg

Join us as we deep dive into a discussion of gender diversity and inclusion and the impressiveness of this cast and their swings. Huge shoutout to Darwin Santana for our intro and outro music! Follow us on Social Media: @unseenartistorg everywhere Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/unseenartistorg

Everyone deserves to have their voice heard and represented in an authentic and celebratory way, and we are passionate about promoting the ideas of those people who have been previously unseen and have stories to tell. Join us as discuss current and not so current theater and how all perspectives should be seen and heard—in theatre, in publishing, and in the world.