Jeffrey Seller in conversation with Josh Groban at Live Talks Los Angeles

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Chapters & Sections (54)

0:00 Collaboration and Friendship in the Arts Industry chapter 4
0:00 Reflecting on Friendship and Professional Collaboration
1:53 The Cardboard Village and Oak Park Background
3:24 Housing Conditions in Low-Income Neighborhoods
4:48 Childhood Poverty and Shame Experience
6:59 Childhood Memories of Influential Teachers chapter 6
6:59 Influential Teachers and Their Lasting Impact
8:34 Early Theater Experiences and Summer Camp Memories
10:31 Directing a Children's Theater Program
12:22 Overcoming Adversity through Theater and Mentorship
14:39 Evolution of Identity and Self-Discovery
16:36 Embracing Identity as an Outsider in Society
19:05 Early Influences and Aspirations for Broadway Career chapter 2
19:05 Early Influences on Career Choices in Theater
20:56 Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Broadway Dreams
24:14 Navigating Career Uncertainty and Multiple Interests chapter 3
24:14 Navigating Career Uncertainty and Diversified Interests
25:48 Inspirations and Influences in Broadway Theater
27:42 The Role and Responsibilities of a Producer
29:51 The Role of a Producer in New Musicals chapter 3
29:51 Choosing and Nurturing Creative Projects
31:34 The Role of a Producer in Musical Theater
33:00 Inspiration from Jonathan Larson's Work
34:24 The Struggle of Creative Pursuits and Identity chapter 3
34:24 Discovering Rock Musical Theater in New York City
35:59 Creative Career Choices and Personal Growth
37:27 Termination of Employment and Severance Discussion
38:54 The Genesis of a Groundbreaking Broadway Musical chapter 2
38:54 The Genesis of a Groundbreaking Broadway Musical
41:19 Challenges of Creative Collaboration and Feedback
43:54 Adapting to Tragedy in Early Theater Performances chapter 2
43:54 Overcoming Tragedy in Theater Production
46:00 Adapting and Refining the Original Show Concept
48:07 Transforming Bad Ideas into Successful Broadway Shows chapter 3
48:07 Transforming Story Ideas into Broadway Successes
49:48 Collaboration and Trust in Creative Partnerships
51:10 The Importance of Artist Collaboration and Belief
52:48 The Art of Finding Passion in Creative Projects chapter 2
52:48 The Art of Finding Passion in Musical Theater
54:36 Importance of Having a Clear Creative Purpose
57:18 Revival Strategies for Sweeney Todd Productions chapter 2
57:18 Revival Strategies for Sweeney Todd Productions
59:37 Overcoming Challenges in the Theater Industry
1:02:17 Collaboration in Broadway Productions chapter 3
1:02:17 Collaboration and Fearlessness in Creative Pursuits
1:04:04 Writing a Book vs. Creating a Broadway Show
1:05:51 Decisions Behind Hamilton's Kennedy Center Cancellation
1:07:30 Bipartisan Institutions Under Threat of Partisan Interference chapter 3
1:07:30 Bipartisan Institutions Under Threat of Partisan Interference
1:10:14 Broadway's Future with Increased Attendance and Streaming
1:11:39 Accessibility and Inclusivity in Theater
1:13:40 The Importance of New Musicals on Broadway chapter 2
1:13:40 The Importance of New Musicals on Broadway
1:15:57 Building a Life and Achieving Success

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