The Fabulous Invalid releases epic two-part episode – JERRY HERMAN: POET OF THE SHOWTUNE

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Broadway podcast The Fabulous Invalid has released a brand new two-part episode today, titled Jerry Herman: Poet of the Showtune, celebrating the Broadway icon.

Co-hosts Jamie DuMont and Robert Russo take an in-depth look at the life, work and legacy of the legendary composer and lyricist; who created musical hits including Hello, Dolly!, Mame, La Cage aux Folles, and many more.

During the two-part show, the hosts speak with performers including Academy and Tony Award winner Joel Grey, Florence Lacey, Lee Roy Reams, and Alix Korey; Musical Director of the Tony Award-winning revival of Hello, Dolly! Andy Einhorn; producer Barry Brown; and actress and cabaret star Molly Pope.

Part One focuses on two of Herman’s biggest hits, Hello, Dolly! and Mame; along with one of his biggest flops, The Grand Tour. Then Part Two shines a light on some of his lesser known shows: Milk and Honey, Dear World, Mack and Mabel, as well as his ultimate comeback hit, La Cage aux Folles.

Both parts of Jerry Herman: Poet of the Showtune are available to listen to now here.

New episodes, and the complete archive of episodes from Season One and Two of The Fabulous Invalid, are available on iTunes and Spotify, as well as other podcast streaming services.