Spilling the Broadway Tea
Spilling the Broadway Tea
Ian Bonin and Kaleigh Lay
Musical theatre analysis and discussion from two unlikely friends and collaborators. Ian, a college student actor and writer, and Kaleigh, a 30-something teacher and director, tackle a different show, composer, or musical-related topic each episode. Since we are "spilling the tea", expect spoilers.
Sip The Day :"Newsies"
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Mar 28, 2022
1 hr 48 min
'Til Someone Gets Spilt: "Mean Girls"
This week features a "lost" episode recorded during the Covid break where we discussed the musical Mean Girls. We analyze the beginnings of the show, the music, and why we think this adaptation works so well. Support the show
Feb 21, 2022
1 hr 41 min
Spillin' It Up On Top: "Hadestown"
Ian and Kaleigh are back to talk about one of their favorite recent musicals, Hadestown. They discuss how they got into the show through the original off-Broadway cast recording, the history of the show and the changes it made along the road to Broadway, and their reactions to seeing it recently.  Support the show
Feb 7, 2022
1 hr 45 min
Now We Can Sip In: "Xanadu"
Kaleigh and Ian are back with a new season, and they are starting with the magical musical, Xanadu. Learn all about the history and appeal of this unique jukebox musical based on the notorious 80's movie. Muses and the music of ELO: welcome to Xanadu. Support the show
Jan 22, 2022
1 hr 16 min
Top 5 I Want Songs
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Aug 29, 2020
1 hr 21 min
And All That Tea: "Chicago"
Ian and Kaleigh analyze and reimagine Chicago for today. They discuss the impact and meaning behind the music, staging, and dance of both the original production, the revival, and the movie. Support the show
Aug 15, 2020
1 hr 35 min
First Sips First: "Bandstand"
Ian and Kaleigh discuss the underappreciated gem, Bandstand. They analyze the story, unique voice of the show, and the music. Support the show
Jul 25, 2020
1 hr 39 min
Totally Spilt: "Spring Awakening"
Ian and Kaleigh discuss the hit musical, Spring Awakening. They analyze the origins, plot, music and more. Support the show
Jul 11, 2020
1 hr 33 min
No One Sips Alone: "Into the Woods"
Ian and Kaleigh open season 3 with Sondheim as they dissect and discuss "Into the Woods". Details about the intricate music and in depth analysis of the plot and structure are included as we deep dive into this modern classic that is more complex than the many children's shows which represent it each year. Support the show
Jun 27, 2020
1 hr 34 min
Catch Me, I'm Spilling: "Next to Normal"
Part 2 of our Next to Normal discussion. This episode, Ian and Kaleigh go into depth on the music of the show. They analyze each song, discussing how it fits into the overall show narratively and musically. Support the show
Mar 14, 2020
1 hr 30 min
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