Third time’s *the* charm

Obviously if the show is brand new nothing exists yet. But since most shows that tour are musicals. A recording of a song with some concept images could work. The Met Opera will often feature a themed still photo over some music for their upcoming season. So an approximation of what the audience is going to see is often enough to get a feel. I often watch the performances on the thanksgiving parade and the tonys to figure out what i want to see if it tours. My touring house has an interview with a cast or creative person along with video footage from the production to give us a taste. Something like that along with scenes or songs from rehearsal just might be it.

Are we going to hear the rest of the tale?

Is the 1-out-of-5 shot good enough to invest in Broadway? Seems like it's really a game for multi-millionaires who can take the chance and be just fine writing off the losses. So, here's to them!

This isss gonna be amazing

Omg!!! Hamilton was AMAZING!!! I cant wait😆

I am going to talk to my retired (but bored) friend who directed and produced commercials. Seems like a very good skills fit. - Scott Green

IOne idea is to make a concept video with acouple of scenes that after a reading gets a good response with actors singing some of their best songs.---Loreen

If a play bombs, the financiers take a bath. That's real.

Thank you! Great interview… John Logan is highly intelligent, so creative and standup gentleman. The fact he’s taken on this enormous and great project.l, the life of Michael Jackson is so commendable. I trust he will do the right thing and portray Michael as who he really was. God bless and thank you… Michael Jackson was an amazing wonderful person and this needs to be shown to the world once and for all. I trust Mr. Logan will make this happen. I also can’t wait for his next Theater project!!! He is one responsible keeping the Theater alive… This has to happen.

Thank you very much for this episode, Ken! I'm a huge fan of Paula Wagner! Much love and respect!

Why pronounve your name lile that

Ah-nah-EEEs,?😊

This is fascinating. My dear friend, a musical genius, has written a musical. And it’s wonderful. He also has accomplished much in other areas of music; he’s won major awards- but this work is his heart. Listening to Bruce’s story is such an education and in my view, an absolute must to even begin to understand this wonderful but vastly complicated business. Thank you for this.

MY SHOW :)

I am 50 and I too had a crush on Maddie Corman as a youngster seeing her in the movies. The last thing I saw her in was beer league and she still looks amazing.

Love these two & relate to this beyond words. Thank you 💓

Thanks for this, Ken and Wendy. I know it is years later, but as a young company, we are still keen on learning to improve at producing and managing productions. The conversation was enjoyable and inspiring. Thanks for sharing your experience!

Broadway is still rascist and offer white guy hundred’s of roles while giving us slave roles, maid roles, and ensemble. It’s not ok. Stop telling us all to “try Hamilton”. Not all black folks rap..

TALENTED MAN SHAME ABOUT HIS LACK OF APPRICIATION FOR HIS FANS

Thank you for sharing thoughts about the joys and challenges of producing. Susan and Randy, you combine experiences, talents, and passions to produce quality entertainment and positive emotional reactions. Theater-goers of the early 1970s, fortunate enough to witness Randy Adams transform into Tevye, are still stirred by his performances. The best Tevye that I have ever seen! Blessing to both of you!

Boy did I enjoy this interview where he talked about his self worth and humiliation price. He is one of a kind.

Every time I watch one of these where people are in NYC, stuck in their apartments, I feel so blessed to live in the Midwest on 20 acres.

💛 love this discussion. Had to know the mind behind The Ibherirance after just watching scenes. Matthew being involved with Red White and Royal Blue. Love that like me he wrote to hundreds of companies in an industry index and one responded. Passion pays off. Agree with helping others for the sake of it. And despite status and position

E stanley was amazing. First time I’ve ever appreciated that song.

Octopus reference is amazing)))

That's a fantastic and simple way to put your first 1 person show together, thanks for sharing that Ken

Thanks for sharing this awesome video!

What a great idea! Wish I had done this much much earlier!

Thank you.

thank you

Steven: *talking about something important* Billie the doggo: *INTENSE COLLAR NOISES*

Raul's performance of Take Me to the World in Sondheim's 90th birthday concert was transcendent!

Love this! Thanks, Ken!!!

Great advice that will stand the test of time!

Superb perspective as always! Thanks, Ken!

Thank you! Bravo, Steven!

The walls are closing in bud. The money laundering operations are drying up. You and I both know this was never about the art but invoices that could launder money into the system.

Really……

Come on man, this business has been the same BS for more than 50 years! Producers, directors, above the line talent, etc. are so special and just super busy! Sooooooo many people want to be in their company! Get a grip, the world is heading into a major war! Many of your friends and family won’t make. Here is some free advice, learn some skills that will keep you alive! Three act structure isn’t it. Get water, food, guns, ammo, medicine. The world is going into the fourth turning. I used to work in The Business and woke up 8 years ago when I ran into a college buddy of mine that showed me some numbers. The US is broke and when that happens, the Powers take you to war!

No one cares. People are going to be starving! The entertainment business is a giant money laundering pit so the Ponzi that the Central Banks run can cover up their criminality! Take a look around pal, the United States is broke and soon its people will be broken. No more fantasy and now it is time to turn into the wave of reality!

I love Katori's personality! This is insightful!

I’m happy to say that my education at Central Washington University covered this!!! Thank you so much for the remind!!!💜💜💜

Rock on, nice tie. 🐕🐕🐕🌈🇬🇧🐸☮️

I would add one to make sure you know what you need to account for in a subsequent scene: 4.) Who NOT now? Too many writers (mostly in committed) simply ask questions that they NEVER answer… or WORSE contradict! Which is why so many series become disconnected and episodic (and actors don’t dare challenge the writers with “why would my character do this… now???) if the answer is to move the plot along or because we have a really cool effect… you’ve already gone down the deep end w/o paddle.

So simple. But I think the best part of this is the experience of just nailing these down for myself as my own talking points. Thank you for this.

Great idea, thanks!

Thanks for posting this Ken. Wonderfully informative.