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Get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of musicals, as we dissect the acclaimed musical Billy Elliot, and unravel its history and politics. You'll gain a deeper appreciation of the layers that make up a musical, as Tim and Lj discuss the nuances of learning and retaining a script, the impact of ageing on memory, and even our personal lives.
Dive headfirst into the socio-political elements of Billy Elliot, reflecting particularly on the era of Margaret Thatcher as depicted in the musical. We’ll be taking a close look at the original source material of the musical, discussing the characters, and sharing our thoughts on the iconic song "Express Yourself". Particularly poignant is our analysis of the heartrending "Grandma's Song" and the audience's response to it.
Finally, we'll be shedding light on the breakthroughs that Billy Elliot brought to the world of musicals. From the male voice choir to the central role played by Billie, through to the importance of the "Grandmother Song", we delve into it all. We'll also touch upon the multiple awards the show has bagged and the emotional imprint it leaves on audiences. This exploration promises to be a masterclass in seizing opportunities and cherishing life. So, gear up for an insightful conversation about the transformative power of musicals.

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Chapters

1. Tim and I discuss the importance of comfort blankets when performing. We also talk about the importance of learning and retaining script, how our memory changes as we get older, and the weather! We also talk about the upcoming camping adventure Tim is emb (00:00:00)

2. Tim and I discuss the history of the musical Billy Elliot. We talk about the movie and the pro shot, the screenplay being based on the 1935 novel, and the stars look down. We also explore the political elements of the musical, and how the Margaret Thatche (00:07:01)

3. I discuss Billy Elliot and the importance of learning the script and of understanding the characters. We focus on Margot Fontaine, the humanoid characters, and the song Express Yourself. We also discuss Grandma's Song, which is about her relationship with (00:25:35)

4. We explore the choreography of the musical Billy Elliot, the levels of expertise required of the boys playing the role of Billy, and the language used to capture the authenticity of the show. We also discuss the importance of having a skilled actress to b (00:38:45)

5. I discuss how the musical numbers in Billy Elliot emphasize the themes and impact of the show. We explore how a character can make an impact with just one song, and how male voice choirs can evoke strong emotions. We talk about how the miners’ songs show (00:44:11)

6. We explore the stand-in innovations of the musical Billy Elliot, such as the male voice choir, Billie's role, and the Grandmother Song. We discuss how the show won four Olivier Awards, including Best Musical, and how it also won 10 out of 15 Tony Awards. (00:55:39)