Deep Dive: THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA w/ Adam Elsberry

“It’s a new old world and we are FINALLY here!!”

After years of playing the overture for listeners, Matt is FINALLY getting the chance to do a deep dive on what--he believes--is the best musical theatre score of the 21st century: THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA. And who better to discuss this romantic, sumptuous show with than Guncle Adam Elsberry (@adamels) ?

Together, Matt and Adam discuss the show’s complicated storyline, casting woes, and why sometimes the more information we get, the worse it is. AIUTAMI!

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Listener Discussion Questions:

“What is the difference between a sexual connection and a romantic one? Can. the two be confused?”

“Does PIAZZA create a contradictory concept of Clara’s mental capacity, or is it intentionally vague?”

“Do you find the ending-along with Margaret’s “Fable”-to be an optimistic or pessimistic finale?”

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