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If / Then Musicals Matter

Hello lovely musical theatre friend,

Have you ever had one of those moments where you discover someone you know, in a very 'normal' way, is a musical theatre fan? Then suddenly this new world opens up, like the yellow brick road leading towards the Emerald City.

Prior to creating this newsletter, my mum-friend Rachel and I discovered that we had a love of musicals in common. After that I knew we would be friends beyond maternity leave. Now we are conspiring to go to Bar Broadway in Brighton for some much-needed show tunes in our lives. Bring it on.

When was the last time a new musical bestie came into your life? Hit 'forward' and send this newsletter to them. There's something beautifully magnetic about finding your people in unexpected places.

If Musicals Chatter | A book club for cast albums

Next month: 28th September

Our next meetup is coming up fast! We're diving into the cast recording together, sharing our thoughts, and probably having a good cry over the beautiful storytelling.

Musical Book Club: Chatter about the show for about 30 minutes

Chosen Show:​
The Tony award-winning cast album of "Maybe Happy Ending" is a mere 61 minutes of delicate, futuristic, heartfelt storytelling. Listen on Spotify, Apple Music or Amazon Music.

Time: 8pm-8:30pm UK / 2pm-2:30pm CT

Date: Sunday, September 28th

All welcome!

Into the Woods | Figuratively. Wander w/ fellow fans.

Going On Tour

• Big thanks to subscriber Colette for this gem: Stepping into the Musicals is running guided musical theatre tours around London! Think theatre district walks with proper insider knowledge. Even better - they're offering our community 25% off with code WEMC25. But London's not the only city where you can literally walk in the footsteps of musical history:
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• New York: Broadway Up Close and Inside Broadway Tours offer expert-led walks through the Theatre District
• Chicago: self-guided Theater District Tour​
• Toronto: TSA Walking Tours of the Entertainment District, plus guided tours at the historic Elgin & Winter Garden Theatre​
• Melbourne: Self-guided walks through the East End Theatre District with six iconic theatres within walking distance

Anything you recommend? Reply or submit, we'd love to include it.

Musical Orgasm | Nominated by our community

Without You – Leslie Odom Jr

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Just... wow. Thank you, Julie for this. If you haven't heard this yet, stop everything. His voice brings something completely different to this Jonathan Larson masterpiece - there's a rawness and vulnerability that hits different. Perfect for those moments when you need to feel everything deeply.

Side by Side by Side | ᯤ Spotify collab playlists

Belonging We're building a playlist about finding your tribe, unexpected friendships, and feeling like you belong. Listen

I Have Been Changed... For Good | Subscriber stories

It's been a little while since we've had a subscriber submit a story, but I'm waiting for another one to come in... because they are literally my favourite thing! Don't be shy, please share :)

Show bingo | Collect & reflect

Next to Normal Mental health, family, and the complexity of healing. Did you discover this through cast recording first, or live? How did it impact you? Credit: @luciatonacci​ Check it out

Tell me you're a musical fan without telling me

I can't pee before the over-priced souvenir has been purchased. There are others like me out there, right?!