LMezz interviews the creator and cast of "The Great American Drama," a new play by New York Neo-Futurists Connor Sampson, Dan McCoy, Nicole Hill, and Katy-May Hudson.

'Total Bent' And 'American Psycho'- Implicate Me! Edition

Jun 8th, 2016 36m 18s

Sara and Mariaisabel discuss the Broadway production of 'American Psycho' and wonder why it didn't get the acclaim it deserved. Then we talk about the new musical, 'The Total Bent' and it's melding of race, religion, and family dynamics.

'Spring Awakening'- C'mon Adults! Edition

Nov 28th, 2015 31m 52s

Sara and Mariaisabel discuss the Deaf West revival of Spring Awakening, the importance of deaf representation on stage, and how the production illuminates characterization and choreography with its inclusive practices. Oh and our nipples.

'Hedwig'- Built Like A Truck Edition

Aug 19th, 2015 45m 54s

Sara, a 'Hedwig' novice, and Norma, an obsessed fan, finally see 'Hedwig' together and discuss their thoughts about the show. We talk about Taye Diggs' performance and the significance of the first black Hedwig, the press's awkward and insensit

'Amazing Grace'- The Morning After Edition

Jul 31st, 2015 28m 45s

Sara welcomes playwright Karl O'Brian Williams to discuss the portrayal of race and slavery in the new Broadway musical "Amazing Grace."

Oklahoma! - The Sweat, Blood, And Dirt Edition

Jul 12th, 2015 29m 28s

Sara and Mariaisabel took a roadtrip upstate to Annandale-on-Hudson's Fisher Center and saw an immersive and modernized production of Oklahoma! We talk about its relevance to modern America, the exciting new staging, all the delicious chili, an

'Gloria' - Stage Violence And Martinis Edition

Jul 9th, 2015 1h

In this episode: 1) Sara and Norma discuss the news of Deaf West's Spring Awakening revival, 2) rank the Hedwig promo photos and celebrate Taye Diggs' arrival, and 3) discuss stage violence, realism, and how Gloria and Punk Rock scared the shit

The King And I: The Look At You Rufio Edition

Jun 30th, 2015 45m 26s

This podcast was recorded way back in April, our theater news is way out-dated. Sara and Norma welcome special guest David to have a King and I nerd-out session and gush about Lincoln Center's revival. The King and I discussion starts at 12:45.

Letters from the Mezz- Tonys 2015

Jun 11th, 2015 46m 3s

Sara and Norma swap notes on the 2015 Tony Awards, including lamentations over co-hosts Alan Cumming and Kristin Chenoweth, praises of the musical performances, and deal with some of the broadcast's problems, including their refusal to show the

LMezz 1x08 Hamilton

May 9th, 2015 45m 43s

Sara and Norma discuss Hamilton (at long last!) and prep for their Broadway transfer!Visit our website lettersfromthemezz.com for more reviews and podcasts!The American Theater article mentioned during Sara's discussion of hip-hop in theat

LMezz 1x07 Airline Highway And The Visit

May 3rd, 2015 39m 41s

Sara and Norma talk about the realistic and wonderfully messy Airline Highway and had lots of confused feelings about The Visit.

Letters From the Mezz 1x06- It Shoulda Been You, Living On Love

Apr 29th, 2015 47m 6s

Norma and Sara talk about what went wrong with 'It Shoulda Been You' and how Living On Love makes great comedy.

Letters From The Mezz 1x05- Doctor Zhivago And Fun Home

Apr 28th, 2015 43m 15s

Sara and Marisiabel discuss Doctor Zhivago's mature content and romance. Then they talk about Fun Home and whether it's as good as everyone says it it. (spoiler alert: it is.)*Please note that we incorrectly refer to one of the actors in Doct

Letters From The Mezz 1x04- Something Rotten!

Apr 25th, 2015 29m 25s

Sara and Norma talk about the hilarious new Broadway musical Something Rotten!

Letters From The Mezz 1x03 An American In Paris And Gigi

Apr 22nd, 2015 46m

Sara and Norma review An American in Paris (and fangirl all over Robert Fairchild and Max von Essen), and Gigi, starring Vanessa Anne Hudgens

Letters From The Mezz 1x02- 39 Steps And Iowa

Apr 17th, 2015 45m 26s

Sara and Norma discuss theater news from the week and talk about the new Off-Broadway productions of "39 Steps" and "Iowa."

Letters From The Mezz 1x01- Brooklynite, Heidi Chronicles

Apr 6th, 2015 45m 36s

Sara and Norma hold lively and thoughtful post-show discussions on NYC theater with aims of bringing the theater community together and creating conversations around art and culture. They discuss Brooklynite the Musical and The Heidi Chronicles

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