The Business Behind Broadway Magic With Sue Gilad
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George Wright III interviews Grammy and Tony Award-winning producer Sue Gilad about the intersection of Broadway and entrepreneurship.
On The Daily Mastermind, George Wright III welcomes Grammy and five-time Tony Award-winning producer Sue Gilad for a look at what Broadway can teach entrepreneurs about turning ideas into reality. Gilad explains how growing up as a theater kid led her to producing, why strong partners should cover the skills you lack, and why a pitch only works when the project is truly in your heart and soul. She shares how out-of-town tryouts and candid audience reactions guide creative decisions, why live theater may be an antidote to AI, and how 399 rejections can lead to one yes. Gilad also breaks down the business side of art, the long-term potential of a show, and the daily question that helps her delegate: What can only we do? The conversation closes on choosing experiences over possessions and using stories to create empathy. 00:00 — Broadway Failure 00:35 — Meet Sue Gilad 02:50 — Becoming a Broadway Producer 05:35 — Cast Your Weaknesses 09:05 — Pitch With Conviction 09:55 — Theater’s Human Advantage 13:10 — Reframing Rejection 15:50 — When Art Meets Commerce 18:20 — Focus on Your Best Work 20:55 — Experiences Over Things Thanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with…
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Host: George Wright III
Guest: Sue Gilad
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Books & works: Broadway, Tony Award, Grammy
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