“Let Me Entertain You”… but on the small screen
The cast of Gypsy brings big vocals to NPR’s most intimate stage
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Gypsy Goes Off-Broadway (Literally)
What happens when one of Broadway’s biggest musicals squeezes into NPR’s smallest stage? This Tiny Desk performance captures the heart of Gypsy in an intimate, stripped-down setting. With standout turns from Joy Woods and Jordan Tyson, the cast brings energy, humor, and heart to beloved numbers like “If Momma Was Married” and “Some People”—reminding us that sometimes less really is more.
Cabaret’s Warning is Still Loud and Clear
The new channel “Jay Orates” dives into Cabaret’s subversive core, showing how its characters’ denial mirrors society’s own patterns of political complacency. From the Emcee’s eerie omniscience to Sally Bowles’ self-absorption, this analysis reveals why the show still hits hard—and why each revival feels more urgent than the last.
What If Stephen Schwartz Wrote Hamilton?
Blending Revolutionary ambition with the soaring optimism of Wicked and Pippin, Jared Goldsmith’s clever musical theater channel reimagines: what would Hamilton sound like through Stephen Schwartz’s eyes? It’s a playful and inspiring glimpse into how different musical storytelling styles could collide.
Gyllenhaal & McDonald Talk Technique and Emotion
In this candid conversation (part of a new series on Variety's channel), Jake Gyllenhaal and Audra McDonald share their go-to vocal warm-ups, how they emotionally prepare for tough roles, and what it takes to connect with a live audience. It’s a masterclass in vulnerability, discipline, and a deep love of the stage—from two of Broadway’s brightest.
Channel Spotlight: Nathaniel Semsen
Known for his Singing thru the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) TikToks, Nathaniel Semsen is now writing a full musical—in just 30 days. Follow along as he documents every twist, triumph, and panic attack of the process. If you love watching creativity unfold in real time, this one’s for you.
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