Unpopular Opinions Roundtable: Theatre Nerds Fight the Hype Machine

Join Ethan and the Nerds of the Roundtable as they spar over the musical world: from a heated defense of Grease 2 and a unique love for the Cats’ movie despite the CGI missteps, to a passionate debate on Phantom, Jesus Christ Superstar, and whether Hamilton and Wicked are overhyped. Personal stories — hospital-room comforts, first West End crushes, and family reactions — weave through the arguments, giving these hot takes surprising emotional weight.

Expect laughter, sharp opinions on adaptations and accessibility, and a plea for more Hazbin Hotel tunes as the gang explores how fandom, nostalgia, and mainstream hype reshape the theater landscape. Whether you love or loathe these classics, this episode promises a lively, human conversation that puts the ’unpopular’ back in unforgettable.

 

Hosted by: Ethan Osborne

Featuring: Ashlea Ayling Top Nerd 2024 & Caity Thomas

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