Episode
Rashidra Scott Brings “My Lord, What A Night” To The Roundtable!
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- May 9, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1708
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Summary
Broadway star Rashidra Scott discusses her career journey and her role in the poignant new production, 'My Lord, What A Night!'. The conversation explores the intersection of historical legacy and live performance through the lens of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s final night.
Topics
- Broadway
- Musical Theatre
- Rashidra Scott
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
- Theatre History
- Performing Arts
- George Street Playhouse
- Storytelling
Highlights
- Main idea: The production 'My Lord, What A Night!' uses an imagined meeting between Dr. King and Ernest Withers to explore historical weight
- Practical takeaway: Accessible theatre pricing, such as $10 tickets, is vital for maintaining community engagement with the arts
- Career insight: Rashidra Scott shares her transition from performing in Hong Kong Disney to landing her Broadway debut in Avenue Q
- Thematic focus: The importance of using theatre to process complex social histories and modern societal parallels
- Failure mode: Avoiding 'razzmatazz' in favor of profound, substantive conversations about the impact of musical theatre
Chapters
1:00Introduction to Rashidra Scott: Robert Bannon introduces Broadway veteran Rashidra Scott and discusses her roots in the performing arts.3:00From Disney to Broadway: Rashidra recounts her experience working at Hong Kong Disney and the pivotal moment she received her first Broadway booking.5:00Early Career and Transitions: A look at Rashidra's early life in Virginia and her move to the New York theatre scene.14:00My Lord, What A Night!: Details on the new production, its historical significance, and the emotional impact of the script.17:00The Power of Storytelling: Discussing how the play uses historical figures to reflect on modern social progress and challenges.21:00Supporting Local Theatre: Information on how to attend shows at George Street Playhouse and the importance of accessible ticket pricing.26:00A New Musical Theatre Podcast: Jeffrey Scott Parsons introduces a new podcast concept focused on deep-dive analyses of musical theatre history.