Favorite Quotes: Volume XII
When discussing his unfortunate flop, 1971’s Lolita, My Love (closed OOT in Boston), John Barry, one of the most celebrated film composers of all time (he wrote the theme to Somewhere In Time) had this honest and objective comment about this own work.
reason that they [the audience] didn’t like it. But what are you going to do? They’re
the ones that pay.
The “my show is my child” metaphor has been used more often than a booster seat at The Little Mermaid. Yet, it’s important for parents and producers to know that sometimes, people aren’t going to like your kids.
It doesn’t mean you love them less, but it is important for you to be realistic.
Because if the majority of people out there aren’t supportive of your offspring, it’s going to put a limit on what they can accomplish.
Cuz I’m sure that even this guy’s parents loved him.
Podcasting
Ken created one of the first Broadway podcasts, recording over 250 episodes over 7 years. It features interviews with A-listers in the theater about how they “made it”, including 2 Pulitzer Prize Winners, 7 Academy Award Winners and 76 Tony Award winners. Notable guests include Pasek & Paul, Kenny Leon, Lynn Ahrens and more.
