Showing posts with label broadway. Show all posts
Showing posts with label broadway. Show all posts

Saturday, July 12, 2025

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #503: A Weird, Wordy, and Wicked Weekend

In this jam-packed episode, Rachel recaps her whirlwind weekend of geeky goodness and musical magic! From seeing UHF on the big screen and attending her 6th Weird Al concert—complete with VIP perks and a meet & greet—to tabling at this year’s InConJunction and wrapping it all up with a performance of Wicked on tour in Indianapolis, it was a weekend full of laughs, fandom, and fun. Tune in for stories, highlights, and a whole lot of squee! Plus some fandom news and your feedback.


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TIME STAMPS

00:00:13 Intro

00:02:32 News

00:15:04 Feedback

00:18:28 Rachel's Busy "Weekend"

02:04:26 Closing Thoughts

02:05:49 Outro

NEWS

The Devil Wears Prada 2 now in production

Obverse Books to release “Party Like It’s 1998” Doctor Who anthology

Gold Standard: The White Reindeer

Book Club

 

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #481: Follow The Yellow Brick Road

Follow the yellow brick road as we explore the rich history of The Wizard of Oz! From L. Frank Baum’s beloved books to the iconic 1939 film, we trace the journey of Oz through decades of storytelling. We’ll also delve into stage and screen adaptations, including the smash-hit musical Wicked and its new big-screen reimagining. Plus we got some fandom news, housekeeping, and quite a bit of your feedback.


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TIME STAMPS
00:00:13 Intro
00:04:36 News
00:22:59 Feedback
00:36:41 Wizard of Oz
02:41:06 Closing Thoughts
02:50:46 Outro

NEWS
Disney park updates
Nik, Xan, and Rachel on Silver Screeners
Gold Standard: Basic Instinct
Gold Standard Patreon: Rent
Book Club updates


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Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #475: The Circle Of Life

Join us this week we dive into the world of *The Lion King* franchise, exploring the beloved 1994 animated classic, its sequels, spin-offs, and the 2019 live-action adaptation. We discuss the unforgettable characters, powerful themes of family and destiny, and the cultural impact that has made *The Lion King* a global phenomenon. From the breathtaking animation to the iconic soundtrack by Elton John and Tim Rice, this franchise has left an indelible mark on Disney history. Plus, we chat about the franchise's influence on Broadway and beyond! Plus some fandom news and your feedback.



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TIME STAMPS
00:00:24 Intro
00:02:21 News
00:23:37 Feedback
00:26:39 The Lion King
01:20:04 Closing Thoughts
01:22:04 Outro

NEWS
Dame Maggie Smith dies at age 89

Kris Kristofferson dies at age 88

Thunderbolts teaser trailer

Gold Standard “Inglorious Bastards”

“Teaser” of this year’s American HorrorPlex attraction 

 

RESOURCES

Disney’s Lion King bloopers and outtakes

The messed-up origins of The Lion King

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #403: Trouble In River City

Professor Harold Hill has had folks marching up and down the square for over 60 years. Join us this week as we look at the history of Meredith Wilson's musical, "The Music Man", a personal favorite of most of us and apparently a top choice of dads as well. Plus we've got quite a bit of awards season news and your feedback. 

 

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00:00:27 Intro
00:01:23 News  

Golden Globe winners

Critics Choice winners

SAG nominations

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania trailer

Rachel on Next Stop Everywhere: Out of Time 3, Wink

00:13:22 Feedback
00:27:43 The Music Man
01:34:29 Closing Thoughts
01:35:58 Outro

RESOURCES

The Music Man. 1957 Meredith Willson Demo

 

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #368: It's A Hard Knock Life

She's everyone's favorite auburn-haired orphan, who's been entertaining people for decades. Join us as we take a look at the history of 'Annie'; including the Broadway musical that's celebrating 45 years, and the star-studded film adaptation celebrating 40 years. Plus news and your feedback!

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NEWS

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried dies at 67

Indy PopCon guest announcements: Tom Arnold, Scott Grimes (Lt Gordon Malloy, The Orville)

Stranger Things S4 trailer

Thor: Love and Thunder teaser

 

RESOURCES

James Whitcomb Riley “Little Orphant Annie” poem animation

Little Orphan Annie - [AT{Comics}] Week 2 Lesson 6

Ovaltine and “Little Orphan Annie”

Annie-Four Broadway stars: Andrea McArdle, Sarah Jessica Parker (1982 TV)

19 Former ‘Annies’ Reunite In Honor Of Musical’s 40th Anniversary

Rachel at the top of Crown Hill at the Riley burial site

 



Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #231: A Diamond In The Rough


Well, Ali Baba had them forty thieves. Scheherazade had a thousand tales. But master you're in luck, 'cause up your sleeves, you got a brand of magic, never fails.

Join us on this week's episode as we look into the Disney franchise that is Aladdin. From behind-the-scenes drama, to Disney park attractions, to a hit Broadway musical...the street rat turned Prince Ali has made a lasting impression in popular culture. Plus news and your feedback!


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PopCon Geek Week
-PopCon Trivia Night at Good Games Indy
How Aladdin Changed Animation (by Screwing Over Robin Williams)

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Five(ish) Fangirls Episode #211: Practically Perfect


She's everyone's favorite rosy cheeked nanny who's practically perfect in every way. Join us as we discuss our nostalgic love for the Disney classic Mary Poppins, along with what we're looking forward to in the much-anticipated sequel. Plus news and your feedback!

photo collage for episode 211 with images from mary poppins and mary poppins returns






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Pop Con Fort Wayne: Butch Patrick (Eddie Munster from "The Munsters")
Salt Lake Fan X: Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Linda Larkin (Disney's Jasmine), Scott Weinger (Disney's Aladdin)

Honest Trailers: Mary Poppins