We Ranked Our 10 Least Favorite Broadway Songs Ever! OnStage Blog 2026-09-29 | We Ranked Our 10 Least Favorite Broadway Songs Ever!
A Deep Dive Into The Cynthia Erivo/Wicked Poster Controversy! OnStage Blog 2024-10-18 | Rachel Wagner and special guest Chris Peterson, the founder of OnStage Blog, discuss the controversy surrounding Cynthia Erivo calling out a fan-made Wicked Poster covering her eyes and changing the color of her lips. They also discuss Chris's viral editorial on the topic, which you can read here: onstageblog.com/editorials/2024/10/17/dear-cynthia-erivoThey also share their thoughts on the upcoming Wicked movie and what aspects they are looking forward to.
The Best And Worst Songs From Broadway Hit Musicals OnStage Blog 2024-10-15 | Rachel and Jacklyn give the audience their selections for the best and worst songs from the most popular Broadway musicals today. Check out more song breakdowns and thoughts on all Broadway musicals on onstageblog.com!
Mamma Mia? Jersey Boys? Are Jukebox Musicals Terrible or Triumphs? with Guest David Hanson OnStage Blog 2024-10-03 | Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier debate the merits of producing jukebox musicals with director David Hanson, who recently directed a production of Mamma Mia in Utah.For more thoughts on the jukebox musical, read our editorial here on onstageblog.com: onstageblog.com/editorials/2022/1/20/can-we-stop-bashing-jukebox-musicals-for-simply-being-jukebox-musicals
Meet The Hosts of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast! OnStage Blog 2024-09-25 | Podcast Hosts Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier peel back the curtain and interview each other about the origins of their love of theatre, some of their favorite productions, and play a game of Overrated/Underrated Broadway shows (including Jacklyn's reveal of Hamilton being......overrated!). They also reveal some of their personal favorite things in life beyond theatre. Have additional questions you want Rachel and Jacklyn to answer? Leave questions in the comments! And check out more Broadway and theatre content on onstageblog.com and @onstageblog8213!
From the Stage to Our Hearts: Our Favorite Broadway Leading Ladies Revealed! OnStage Blog 2024-09-12 | Rachel and Jacklyn reveal their favorite leading ladies of Broadway and suggest revivals they'd want them to star in next in the latest episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre PodcastCheck out more Broadway content on onstageblog.com!
A Conversation With Julie Benko, Plus Reviewing The Jane Eyre Livestream! OnStage Blog 2024-09-05 | Rachel Wagner talks with Broadway actor and singer Julie Benko (@jujujuliebee) about her career and her performance in the recent live stream of the Theatre Raleigh chamber production "Jane Eyre." Then, Jacklyn Collier joins Rachel (24:21) to review the Jane Eyre production and share their all-time favorite Broadway pro shots.Visit onstageblog.com for all your theatre content needs!Follow Julie Benko on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jujujuliebee
The Joys and Challenges of Performing Shakespeare with Josh Egbert OnStage Blog 2024-08-20 | On the latest episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier are joined by theatre actor and singer Josh Egbert to discuss Rachel's visit to the Utah Shakespeare Festival and Josh's performance as William Shakespeare in the stage adaptation of Shakespeare in Love. Josh talks about how he prepared for the role and some of the unique challenges in the intimacy and fight choreography involved in Shakespearean works. Follow Josh on instagram: instagram.com/joshuaeldenegbertRead more commentary about the best of Shakespeare's works on onstageblog.com!
Debating Which Is Better, Annie or Matilda, with Winter Donnelly! OnStage Blog 2024-08-12 | On this week's episode of "The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast", Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier are joined by Frozen on Broadway actress Winter Donnelly for the podcast's first "Broadway Battle," in which they decide which show is better: Annie or Matilda.Categories include:Best Show OverallBest SongsBest VillainBest Lead Characterand much more!Check out more content on Annie and Matilda on onstageblog.com!
Which Disney Broadway Show is Best? All 14 Disney Theatricals Ranked OnStage Blog 2024-08-02 | Jacklyn and Rachel are back to rank the Disney theatrical productions with everything from The Lion King to Frozen. Check out all Disney Theatre content on onstageblog.com and the OnStage Blog YouTube Channel!
Is Into The Woods Overrated? OnStage Blog 2024-07-24 | "The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast" returns with co-hosts Rachel and Jacklyn diving into the hit musical 'Into the Woods' with Kensington Theatre director Toni Butler, who has directed the show three times. Is 'Into The Woods' overrated? Or is it the classic many believe it to be? They debate all aspects, from the characters to the songs to the story. Check out all content related to 'Into The Woods' on onstageblog.com!Follow @OnStageBlog on Facebook, Instagram, X, and here on YouTube!
What Makes the Perfect Season of Community Theatre? OnStage Blog 2024-07-17 | On the latest episode of 'The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast', theatre critic Rachel Wagner and Jacklyn Collier discuss what plays and musicals would make up the perfect community theatre season for their tastes. Check out more community theatre-related content on onstageblog.com!
The 2024 Broadway Fall Preview Episode! OnStage Blog 2024-07-08 | Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner and brand new co-host Jacklyn Collier preview the new shows hitting Broadway in Fall 2024 for The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast. Oh MaryJobOnce Upon a MattressThe RoommateMcNealThe Hills of CaliforniaOur TownMaybe Happy EndingRomeo and JulietSunset BoulevardYellow FaceA Wonderful WorldTammy FayeDeath Becomes HerGypsyEureka DayLeft on TenthSwept AwayStay tuned to onstageblog.com for news and analysis on Broadway-related things!Also available on all major podcast platforms.
When Diverse Casting Matters, And When It Doesnt OnStage Blog 2024-06-25 | OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt discuss why diversity in casting is important for certain plays and musicals (Hamilton), when it doesn't matter (Guys And Dolls), and when diversity should be eschewed (1776, Sound of Music). Check out all of our theatre related content on onstageblog.com!
Recapping The 77th Tony Awards with Marc Bonanni! OnStage Blog 2024-06-17 | Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner and Broadway By Ghostlight's Marc Bonanni break down the Tony Awards, including what they liked (The Outsiders, Water For Elephants, Chita Rivera) and what they didn't like (ahem, Cabaret).Check out onstageblog.com for more content on the Tony Awards!Follow Marc on his youtube channel at youtube.com/@broadwaybyghostlightCheck out Rachel's stage reviews at rachelsreviewstheatre.com
How to Start a Broadway Business, Best Shows Of The Season, and More With Tim Dolan! OnStage Blog 2024-05-30 | Rachel Wagner talks with BroadwayUpclose.com's Tim Dolan about how he started his tour guide business on Broadway, some of the more interesting nuggets he discovered about Broadway, his favorite Broadway shows of the season, and more. Check out much more theatre content on onstageblog.com!
OnStage Blog Responds To Its Critics And More! OnStage Blog 2024-05-22 | OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt celebrate the 10th anniversary of onstageblog.com by recapping some of their biggest stories published and spilling some tea on those stories that had never been shared publicly before. They end the episode by addressing some of the most popular criticisms of the blog they have seen over the last few years and clearing up some misconceptions about how and why they cover the stories they publish.Check out all the content and accountability they bring to the theatre industry at onstageblog.com!
Broadway Composer Paul Gordon on Movie Musicals, Daddy Long Legs, and More! OnStage Blog 2024-05-08 | Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner interviews Tony-nominated composer Paul Gordon on several topics, including how he switched careers from a pop songwriter to a musical theatre composer, why he thinks most movie musicals are bad (with Chicago a notable exception), his creative process behind shows like Jane Eyre and Daddy Long Legs, and much more!
A Very Special Tony Awards Nominations Episode! OnStage Blog 2024-05-01 | Theatre critic Rachel Wagner and 'Broadway by Ghostlight''s Marc Bonanni break down the nominations for the 2024 Tony Awards. Check out current and future Tony award coverage on onstageblog.com!
When To Walk Out of A Show, Ranking Our Favorite Movie to Stage Adaptations, and More! OnStage Blog 2024-04-16 | In this latest episode of "The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast", Theatre critic Rachel Wagner is joined by OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt to talk about Rachel seeing Of Mice and Men and Pretty Woman on stage (2:50). They also discuss when it is appropriate to walk out on a show before the show is over (14:27), and Christopher Durang's legacy in theatre (20:24). They close the episode by collaborating on a live ranking of 14 movie to stage adaptations from best to worst (23:08)Check out all of their theatre and movie related commentary on onstageblog.com!
Would You Rather: Theatre Edition! From The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast OnStage Blog 2024-04-02 | Film and Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner discusses with OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt the impact TikTok's potential ban would have on the theatre community (0:50), followed by a quick recap of Rachel seeing some productions down in Austin Texas during SXSW (15:30). Then, Greg asks Rachel and Chris how to review properly a theatre comedy you don't find funny (18:30), followed by a discussion of OnStage Blog's rankings of the top musicals of this decade (26:15)Greg finishes the pod by hosting a rousing game of "Would You Rather (Theatre Edition)", where he poses some outrageous theatre scenarios to Rachel and Chris and makes them choose one outcome or another (33:30)Check out all sorts of theatre content on onstageblog.com!
The Most Underrated Broadway Shows Today: The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast OnStage Blog 2024-03-18 | Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner (Rachel Reviews Theatre) and OnStage Blog founder Chris Peterson give their picks for the most underrated Broadway shows today. Check out all of OnStage Blog's theatre content on onstageblog.com!
The OnStage Blog Movie Musical Award Show! OnStage Blog 2024-03-05 | In this special edition of the OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, film and theatre critic Rachel Wagner, OnStage Blog Founder Chris Peterson, and OnScreen Blog's Greg Ehrhardt and Ken Jones, along with the audience, gather together to vote on all of the major Oscar Categories as it applies to only movie musicals released since 1960. Categories include:Best PictureBest ActorBest ActressBest Supporting ActorBest Supporting ActressBest Original SongBest DirectorAll nominees had to have received an Oscar nomination in the year they were released. Lots of debates, fun arguments, voting, and revoting occur! Check it out before you watch the 2024 Oscars on March 10th.
Are Trigger Warnings Appropriate For Theatre? Plus The Top 5 Favorite Broadway Shows Of All Time! OnStage Blog 2024-03-01 | On the OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, Film and Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner talks about trigger warnings in theatre (4:37) along with her top 5 favorite Broadway shows (19:37) with special guests Maren Scriven Swensen, President of the Utah Theatre Bloggers Association, and Scott Savage, Vice President of the Utah Theatre Bloggers Association.Subscribe to the OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast on YouTube and all major podcast streaming platforms!Check out all of OnStage Blog's theatre content on onstageblog.com
Tick, Tick...Boom! breakdown and review on the stage and screen: The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast OnStage Blog 2024-02-19 | Film and Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner of Rachel's Reviews along with Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt of OnStage Blog break down everything they loved about the Netflix movie adaptation of Tick, Tick...Boom! and their favorite hot takes stemming from the movie. Rachel also gives her thoughts on seeing the stage adaptation in Washington D.C. that was directed by Neil Patrick Harris. Check out all of OnStage Blog's theatre content on onstageblog.com and Rachel's numerous film and theatre reviews on rachelsreviews.net and rachelreviewstheatre.com
Wicked Movie Trailer Reaction: OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2024-02-13 | Chris Peterson, Founder of OnStage Blog, a regular on "The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast", and life long fan of the Broadway smash hit musical "Wicked" gives his reaction, praise, and concerns for the movie adaptation of the movie musical scheduled for release in 2024. Check out Chris's editorials on all things theatre and movie musicals on onstageblog.com.
The Perfect Musical Date, Is Les Misérables Worth Seeing In Theatres (Again), and More! OnStage Blog 2024-02-06 | In the 3rd episode of "The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast," Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner and OnStage Blog's Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt discuss "How To Dance In Ohio" closing (1:20), whether it is appropriate to make a musical comedy about the Salem Witch Trials (10:46), whether they would see the re-release of Les Misérables in theatres in February (21:53), and finishing with their recommendations on Broadway shows and movie musicals to take a date to for all stages of the relationship (33:41).Check out all of our theatre content on onstageblog.com!
The Most Overperformed Musicals In Community Theatre, And What Should Be Performed Instead OnStage Blog 2024-01-18 | In the 2nd episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast, Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner and OnStage Blog Founder Chris Peterson discuss the news of "Shucked" being adapted into a feature film (10:12) and then reveal their list of overperformed musicals and what underrated musicals should be done in their place (14:35).
Rating Our Excitement For The New Broadway Shows Opening In 2024 : The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast OnStage Blog 2024-01-08 | Theatre Critic Rachel Wagner and OnStage Blog Founder Chris Peterson rate their excitement level for all of the new shows coming to Broadway in 2024 in the debut episode of The OnStage Blog Theatre Podcast. You can subscribe to this channel for all new new episodes as well as on any podcast platform.Check out more theatre and Broadway content on onstageblog.com.
What Is The Definitive Movie Featuring A Creepy Kid? OnStage Blog 2023-10-31 | The guys from OnStage Blog debate the one movie you would show to aliens who want one movie that best represents the creepy kid horror genre in movies. Check out all of the "Definitive Cinema" episodes on the @onstageblog8213 youtube channel or on onstageblog.com
What Is The Definitive Dracula Depiction In Movies? OnStage Blog 2023-10-27 | The guys from onstageblog.com debate which actor's representation of Dracula is the one you would show to aliens or anyone who has never watched a Dracula movie before to get the best sense of the character on screen. Check out all Definitive Cinema episodes on@onstageblog8213 or all of OnStage Blog's movie content on onstageblog.com/onscreenblog
How To Best Play A Villain On Stage? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-08-27 | Chris Peterson of OnStage Blog answers a reader email on how to best channel a villainous character on stage believably without coming off too cartoonishly. Check out onstageblog.com and subscribe to this channel for answers to questions regarding every aspect of theatre.
How Do I Get My First Directing Opportunity in Community Theatre? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-08-19 | Chris Peterson of onstageblog.com answers a reddit question from an aspiring director who wants to break into directing community theatre. Get all of your theatre questions answered on onstageblog.com and this channel!
How Do I Break Into A Community Theatre Group? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-08-15 | Chris Peterson of onstageblog.com answers a reddit question about how to break into a tight knit community theatre group and get that first big role. You can find answers to all your theatre questions at onstageblog.com and our youtube channel!
How To Convince My Parents To Support My Theatre Major? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-08-07 | Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt of OnStage Blog answer a reader email asking for advice on how to convince their parents to support their decision to be a theatre major in college. Check out onstageblog.com and the Theatre Advice Youtube channel for all of your questions answered regarding theatre!
Should I Not Audition For A Part Just So My Friend Can Get It? Theatre Advice with OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-08-07 | Chris Peterson and Greg Ehrhardt of OnStageBlog.com answer a Reddit question on whether someone should not audition for a part because the part is their friend's dream role. Check out onstageblog.com and the Theatre Advice Youtube Channel for answers to your theatre questions!
How to Attract An Audience To Community Theatre: Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-06-19 | Chris Peterson, founder of OnStage Blog, answers a reddit question on how to best attract and market to an audience to attend community theatre productions. Check out all of our theatre commentary and editorials on onstageblog.com!
Can You Be A Sensitive Actor And Succeed in Theatre? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-06-14 | Chris Peterson Gives advice to a reddit question asking how you can manage theatre directors and critics while being overly sensitive. Check out all theatre related articles, videos, and podcasts on onstageblog.com
Should I Participate In A Curtain Call Even Though I Play A Racist Character? OnStage Blog 2023-06-07 | Chris Peterson of OnStage Blog answers a reddit question from a person who feels so gross playing a racist fire chief from "Ragtime" that they don't want to take a bow during curtain call. Check out all of OnStage Blog's theatre related content at onstageblog.com.
Should My Song and Monologue Match in My Audition? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-06-02 | Chris Peterson from OnStage Blog answers a reddit question about whether your song audition should come from similar plays and/or musicals. Check out all of our writing on theatre topics on onstageblog.com or on our YouTube channel!
Are Morning and Weekend Rehearsals Appropriate For High School Theatre? OnStage Blog 2023-05-24 | Chris Peterson, Founder of OnStage Blog, answers a reddit question asking if rehearsing mornings, evenings, and weekends is too much when it comes to high school theatre productions. Check out all of Chris's theatre commentary on onstageblog.com!
Should I Change A Derogatory Word In My Audition Song? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-05-16 | Should You Audition For a Theatre Performance Substituting Your Own Language In Place Of Derogatory Language? Chris Peterson From OnStageBlog.Com answers a reddit question about someone who is uncomfortable using the word "witch" from a song from "Anastasia". Check out onstageblog.com for all types of theatre advice on all things theatre.
How Should I Dress For A Broadway Show? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-05-09 | Chris Peterson from OnStage Blog answers a reddit question about what is appropriate dress for attending a Broadway show. Does it depend on the show? And should you cosplay? If you want your theatre related question answered on a future episode, email us theatreadviceosb@gmail.com and check out all of our theatre related content on onstageblog.com
Should a White Woman Audition for Mimi from Rent? Theatre Advice With OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-05-05 | Chris Peterson from OnStage Blog answers a reddit question about the appropriateness of a white woman auditioning for the role of Mimi, a Latina character, from Rent. If you want your theatre question answered on a future episode, email us at theatreadviceosb@gmail.com
Do I have to give a Standing Ovation? Theatre Advice with OnStage Blog OnStage Blog 2023-05-02 | Chris Peterson weighs in on a question from reddit on whether an audience member should feel compelled to give a standing ovation if everyone else is, even if they think the show did not deserve one. Does the advice depend on whether it is a Broadway show or regional theatre? Chris also shares what it feels like as an actor or performer to not get the ovation they expected.If you have a question you would like us to answer, email us at theatreadviceosb@gmail.comCheck out all of our editorials on standing ovations at onstageblog.com
Why The Earth Stood Still is The Definitive Keanu Reeves Movie OnStage Blog 2023-04-12 | Greg from The Definitive Cinema Podcast makes the case that the one movie he would show to aliens or people who have never heard of Keanu Reeves would be 'The Day The Earth Stood Still'. Greg argues that it is the one movie that is uniquely suited to Keanu Reeves talents (or lack thereof).
The Best and Worst Movies of Keanu Reeves Career OnStage Blog 2023-04-12 | The guys at the Definitive Cinema Podcast discuss the best and worst movies of Keanu Reeves' career. Does Keanu Reeves' performance in Bram Stoker's Dracula rank up there with Sofia Coppola's performance in Godfather III as the worst performance of all time? That and much more!
What Is The Definitive Movie of Keanu Reeves Career? OnStage Blog 2023-04-12 | The guys at the Definitive Cinema Podcast discuss the career of Keanu Reeves and debate what is the definitive movie of his filmography. If you had to pick one movie to show to aliens who want to know what Keanu Reeves is all about, which movie would you select?This is a raucous episode, with a lot of disagreement about whether Keanu Reeves is a good actor. Don't miss this episodee!
Why Showgirls is The Definitive Las Vegas Movie (Even Though Its Bad) OnStage Blog 2023-04-04 | Greg of the Definitive Cinema Podcast from OnStage Blog explains why Showgirls, and not The Hangover, Ocean's 11, or other Las Vegas movies, best defines Las Vegas cinematically. Greg also explains why Showgirls is a fundamentally flawed movie, despite it being misunderstood by most movie fans. Check out the entire episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or onstageblog.com/definitive-cinema
What Are The Best and Worst Movies Set In Las Vegas? OnStage Blog 2023-04-04 | The guys from Definitive Cinema Podcast at OnStage Blog debate what are the best and worst movies set in Las Vegas. Check out the entire podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and onstageblog.com/definitive-cinema
What Is The Definitive Movie About Las Vegas? OnStage Blog 2023-04-04 | The guys from Definitive Cinema Podcast at OnStage Blog debate what is the definitive movie set in Las Vegas. If you had to pick one movie to explain to an alien that best depicts Las Vegas cinematically, which movie would you pick? Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or onstageblog.com/definitive-cinema
