#101 - Best of Tea With Twiggy : Theatre Producers

The Best of Tea with Twiggy: Theater Icons Welcome to this week's special edition of "Tea with Twiggy,” where we delve into the fascinating world of theater through the eyes of two legendary producers. Join us as we revisit some memorable moments from our conversations with Judy Craymer, renowned for her work on the global sensation "Mamma Mia!," and Julian Schlossberg, one of Broadway's most prolific hitmakers. Episode Highlights: Judy’s Vision: Discover how a dinner at home became the birthplace for the idea behind "Mamma Mia!" and learn about Judy’s unwavering determination to convince ABBA members Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson to greenlight the musical. Julian’s Beginnings: Uncover Julian’s entrepreneurial spirit from his childhood in The Bronx – selling newspapers at just 8 years old – which paved his path towards becoming a Broadway powerhouse. Friendships & Collaborations: Hear about their deep-seated connections in show business, shared experiences in film and theater, and projects that brought them together over decades. Life Stories & Anecdotes: Enjoy personal tales ranging from star-studded encounters to humble beginnings amidst New York City’s changing landscape. Whether you're a seasoned theater enthusiast or new to these incredible stories, this episode offers an intimate look into what it takes to create lasting success on stage. For those eager for more details on each guest's journey, full-length interviews are available further down our podcast feed. Tune in now for an inspiring trip down memory lane with two individuals who've shaped entertainment history! Remember to subscribe and tell your friends for more insightful episodes like this one. See you next time! The music for the podcast is Twiggy's version of "Waterloo Sunset" by the Kinks and can be found on Apple Music at this link https://music.apple.com/gb/album/romantically-yours/693460953 If you’ve enjoyed listening to “Tea With Twiggy” please give take a moment to give us a lovely 5 STAR rating on Apple Podcasts. It really helps other people to find the show. If you haven’t done so already please subscribe to this podcast so you auto-magically get the next episodes for free and do tell all your friends and family about it too. If you want to connect with me I’d love to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices