# Rashidra Scott Brings “My Lord, What A Night” To The Roundtable!

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Podcast: [The Roundtable with Robert Bannon](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-roundtable-with-robert-bannon-6608267)
Published: 2026-05-09T17:13:00+00:00
Episode link: https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcasts/the-roundtable
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## Resource

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.

## 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

## Topics

Broadway, Musical Theatre, Rashidra Scott, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Theatre History, Performing Arts, George Street Playhouse, Storytelling

## Chapters
- 1:00 — Introduction to Rashidra Scott: Robert Bannon introduces Broadway veteran Rashidra Scott and discusses her roots in the performing arts.
- 3:00 — From Disney to Broadway: Rashidra recounts her experience working at Hong Kong Disney and the pivotal moment she received her first Broadway booking.
- 5:00 — Early Career and Transitions: A look at Rashidra's early life in Virginia and her move to the New York theatre scene.
- 14:00 — My Lord, What A Night!: Details on the new production, its historical significance, and the emotional impact of the script.
- 17:00 — The Power of Storytelling: Discussing how the play uses historical figures to reflect on modern social progress and challenges.
- 21:00 — Supporting Local Theatre: Information on how to attend shows at George Street Playhouse and the importance of accessible ticket pricing.
- 26:00 — A New Musical Theatre Podcast: Jeffrey Scott Parsons introduces a new podcast concept focused on deep-dive analyses of musical theatre history.

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