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Nearly 40 years since “Chess” debuted on Broadway, a revival of the musical by Sir Tim Rice (“Jesus Christ Superstar,” “Evita”) and Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (ABBA) has opened on Broadway. But this “Chess” is more a revisal — It features the songs of the original (albeit in a different order) and a brand new book by Emmy Award winner Danny Strong (“Game Change,” “Dopesick”). In this episode of “Broadway Press Day,” host Ruthie Fierberg talks to Strong about rewriting the known “problem musical” to give it a plot that makes sense and clear characters we can root for. Set during the Cold War, Aaron Tveit plays American chess champion Freddie Trumper. He and his strategist (and lover) Florence, played by Lea Michele, are prepared to face off against the Russian champion Anatoly Sergievsky, played by Nicholas Christopher. But chess is more than a board game — it’s the game these three are playing with their hearts, and it’s the game the KGB and CIA are playing with nuclear weapons. Stars Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher (the actors playing out this sexy love triangle) describe their characters and why they said yes to the project. Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer offers up what to expect from the experience; music supervisor Brian Usifer and choreographer Lorin Latarro give a preview of the orchestral sound and high-flying dance; while the supporting cast (Bryce Pinkham, Bradley Dean, Hannah Cruz and Sean Allan Krill) all share secret insights about the Cold War musical. Want to be the first to hear these chats? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to broadwaynews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ today, starting at only $1 per month, and get early access to these episodes, many more exclusive interviews and breaking news stories on Broadway.

Two drama queens Lea Michele and Kristin Cavallari drop by the studio for this week’s Celeb catch-up. They both have major life updates: Kristin with her new reality show, ‘Honestly Cavallari’ airing and Lea preparing to take the stage again in the fall with ‘Chess.’ They both agreed mom life is not for the weak and talked about home life in the Hamptons VS Nashville. Cavallari encourages Lea to consider a boob lift because the higher the chest the closer to God. The ladies get into music taste and of course the Broadway star Lea breaks out into song. Catch the full video on Big Wigs Youtube this week and follow Anna & Dre for more content. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This latest episode features a second discussion about the 2022 Broadway Revival of FUNNY GIRL, this time starring LEA MICHELE in the leading role of Fanny Brice. Jeff and Richie take a trip back to the August Wilson Theater 5 months after seeing the original cast, and discuss what is different, what is the same, and how the change of one person in one role can really take a show in a different direction. This is an episode you will not want to miss! *This episode will include spoilers* (Show was seen on Tuesday, September 27th, 2022) Support the show If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and leave us a review. Share your thoughts with us on this episode below: On Instagram: @ halfhourpodcast On TikTok: @halfhourpodcast On our website: www.twoworldsentertainmentllc.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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