That Was a Mess with Mary Testa
Connor and Dylan are joined by three-time Tony Award nominee Mary Testa (Oklahoma!, Xanadu). After dishing on the recent lab presentation of SMASH, the twins meet the icon herself, and dive into Mary\u2019s fabulous career. She\u2019s done it all, y\u2019all! Mary reflects on her long and wonderful relationship with The Transport Group, especially her cherished leading role in Queen of the Mist. Mary shares memories from working on Marilyn the Musical with Kenny Ortega, learning from Chita Rivera, and the magic of Xanadu alongside Jackie Hoffman. We get into her creative collaborations with Michael John LaChiusa and Graziela Daniele, including Marie Christine, The Gardens of Anuncia, and more. Listen in for a touching story from when Mary\u2019s parents saw her go on for Liza Minnelli in The Rink, as well as insights into her knack for standing up against injustice (particularly in show business). Naturally, we get into Sexy Oklahoma, being directed by Daniel Fish, and the modern unruly audiences at the theater. This trio even chats about Wicked (the movie trailer too), Beyonce\u2019s foray into country, and Mary\u2019s Tiktok addiction. Mary is a truly authentic, distinguished force onstage and off. You\u2019ll be drawn into this episode with this legendary star.
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