Feb 15, 2026
Time marches on, and so does our exploration of the American musical's first century. In this episode, we say a bittersweet farewell to the musical comedy as it existed in the 20s and 30s, the era of the Great American Songbook, and the partnership of Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart. Join us as we discuss "My Funny Valentine" from 1937's Babes in Arms.
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Chet Baker Sings and are protected by the Fair Use
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Warning: This episode contains discussions of substance abuse and
mental illness. Listener discretion is advised.
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Recommended
Reading/Viewing:
Rodgers
& Hart reconsidered
Rodgers & Hart's Dysfunctional Partnership
Ethan Mordden, Anything Goes: A History of American Musical
Theater (Mordden's other volumes are also excellent resources
for more in-depth discussion)
Broadway: The
American Musical