The Sunset Project

Latest Episodes:

Episode 17: Conclusion Feb 04, 2023

Our journey ends with a trip to DC's Kennedy Center to see Stephanie J. Block in Sunset Boulevard. Contact Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

Episode 16: Amy Powers Apr 08, 2022

Amy Powers -- the original lyricist attached to Sunset Boulevard -- was instrumental in shaping Sunset's score. And with co-lyricist Don Black, she put the stamp on the show's iconic ballads. However, after working on the project for over a year with ALW, she opened up the New York Times to discover she was fired. What did she learn from that experience and how did it inform her decades-long career as a successful artist and song writer? Tune in!
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Episode 15: The Afterlife Dec 28, 2021

Following its original runs, Sunset has enjoyed a solid, if complicated, road to regional theatre. Joining this episode are two Chicago-based actors, and real-life couple, Heidi Kettenring and David Girolmo, who were in the first regional production of the show at The Marriott Theatre outside of Chicago. They share their memories of this production and thoughts on the show in general, and David shares his experiences starring as Max in various other regional productions of Sunset.
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Episode 14: The Patti Episode Dec 22, 2021

It was bound to happen. Broadway Bob discusses his decades-long infatuation with Sunset's OG Norma Desmond: Patti LuPone.
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Quick update: Check out Broadway Bob on "Burnt" podcast Nov 11, 2021

I was honored to join host Blake Ross on her podcast "Burnt" (episode 8) where we discussed the impetus for creating "The Sunset Project" and do a drive by of all the Sunset drama. It was a super fun discussion - check it out!
Access the episode here, or check out "Burnt" wherever you find your podcasts.
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Episode 13: Listener Letters and Voicemails Jun 28, 2021

BroadwayBob responds to listener letters and voicemails. Apologies for the hot mic - trying a new setup and some kinks are being worked out.
Call The Sunset Hotline: ‪(984) 219-8028
or email Broadway Bob at thebroadwaybob@gmail.com

Episode 12: Australia Jun 01, 2021

We're back with a trip to Melbourne's Regent Theatre where the Australian premiere of Sunset Boulevard is tuning up while its star, Debra Byrne, deals with some very serious inner struggles.
Featured clips in this episode include this special on the Aussie premiere:
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Episode 11: Rock 'n' Roll Norma Feb 16, 2021

We celebrate Broadway Bob's favorite Norma: Helen Schneider.
Who's your favorite? Call The Sunset Hotline: ‪(984) 219-8028
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Episode 10: On The Road Feb 04, 2021

“Sunset” gets ready for its no-holds-barred, $10 million first national tour. But could the weight of the production (physically and literally) stand on its own without a name as Norma?