About this episode

This episode explores great dads from the American musical and their aspirations for their children.

Great dads from the American musical, wanting the best for their children in their own lifetimes. Songs from The Rothschilds, Fiddler on the Roof, Carousel, Falsettos , and more.

People in this episode

Host: Laurence Maslon

Topics covered

• Father's Day
• American musical
• fatherhood
• musical theatre
• songs about dads

Keywords

• Father's Day
• American musical
• fatherhood
• musical theatre
• The Rothschilds
• Fiddler on the Roof
• Carousel
• Falsettos

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Rothschilds, Fiddler on the Roof, Carousel, Falsettos

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