# Matt Reviews: HEATED RIVALRY THE (UNAUTHORIZED) PARODY MUSICAL

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Published: 2026-07-09T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://bwaybreakdown.substack.com/p/matt-reviews-heated-rivalry-the-unauthorized
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## Resource

“I’m coming to the cottage.” Whether that line means something to or not, you should pay attention: HEATED RIVALRY is one of the best, if not THE best, new musical playing in New York. Smart, stupid, sexy, sassy, with a load of well crafted musical theater songs, Matt is taken aback by just how much he loves this tiny show than can. Important Links: * Broadway Breakdown Discord: Join the group! * Broadway Breakdown Substack * Broadway Breakdown Youtube! Time Stamps: * 0:00 – Introduction, Apple Podcast review, and episode setup * 5:20 – Spoiler-free reaction: Why Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Parody Musical is an unexpected triumph and Matt’s overall recommendation * 11:45 – Story breakdown: From the TV series and novels to the musical adaptation (spoiler discussion begins) * 22:15 – Performances: Jay Armstrong Johnson, Jimin Moon, Ryann Redmond, Cherry Torres, Ryan Duncan, the ensemble, and standout comedic moments * 29:45 – Writing: Dylan Marcaurele’s book, score, lyrics, adaptation choices, audience participation, and why the parody works beyond fan service * 35:15 – Design: The McKittrick staging, Off-Broadway aesthetic, and why the production value fits the material * 37:45 – Overall thoughts: Final recommendation and the future of the podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bwaybreakdown.substack.com

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