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THE PODCAST

CLOSING NIGHT is a new narrative theater history podcast telling the stories of famous and forgotten Broadway shows that closed too soon. Season 1 will focus on some of the musicals that have come and gone from the Marquis Theatre.


Each episode will chronicle the show's history as well as backstories and experiences from those who took part in the production.

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THE Producer

PATRICK OLIVER JONES has been an actor/singer for almost 30 years. He came to New York City in 2008, and his credits include National Tours, Off-Broadway world premieres, and regional theater.


He also produces theater and current projects include Jack & Melissa and Dracula. He also produces and hosts the award-winning Why I’ll Never Make It podcast.

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SEASON ONE

The first season will start off with the controversial demolitions of five historic theater buildings that led to the planning and construction of the Marquis Theatre.

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Broadway MUSICALs

Since the Marquis opened in 1986, there have been 27 musicals performed on its stage. This podcast will showcase just of few of them...

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Featured guests

Each episode features in-depth interviews with industry experts, actors, and creative teams, as well as rare audio clips and

behind-the-scenes insights.

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Lisa Howard

(Margaritaville, 9 to 5)


E. Clayton Cornelius

(Wonderland)


Leah Horowitz

(The Woman in White)


Mark Hoebee

(Nick & Nora, Victor/Victoria)


Darren Lee

(Shogun, Victor/Victoria)

Richard Maltby, Jr.

(writer and director)


Sammi Cannold

(director)


Hal Luftig

(producer, Evita)


Joe Rosenberg

(Save the Theaters)


Mark Robinson

(theater historian)

Reviews for Patrick Oliver Jones...

Patrick is one of the best podcast hosts out there. Insightful and empathetic, he always brings the best out of his guests. Having an actor interview other working actors, rather than stars interviewing other stars, you get an idea of the struggles of going into this craft.

@JayTrotter2

You took the time to dive past the surface of ASL into the depths of the topic, where theater, interpreting, and accessibility meet. It's so well-crafted, I feel grateful to have been involved.

mia engle

I thoroughly enjoy every podcast episode that Patrick has put out.

@RRRRR6262

Patrick is a top-notch interviewer who never gets in the way of his guests. Rather, he lets them talk. Further, he does his research, and the podcast’s production quality is second to none! Highly recommend this podcast. Patrick is the best of the best.

@CarolinaGirl0508

Patrick Is an excellent and thoughtful host. Providing this view into the world of acting is really interesting and insightful. There's great attention to detail and high production value that goes into each of these episodes. Plus, they're fun to listen to!

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THE TEAM

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Executive Producer and Host

2022 Commuicator Award Recipient from Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts

Co-Producer and Editor

Creator & producer of his own podcast The Industry and former radio host

Maria Clara RIbeiro

Co-Producer

Intern at NBC's The Tonight Show, freelance screenwriter

Blake Stadnik

Theme Composer

Actor/singer on television and stage, musician and composer

"Theatre is a series of insurmountable obstacles on the road to imminent disaster."

- Tom Stoppard, playwright

Whether you're a theater enthusiast, creative artist, or history buff, join Closing Night as we highlight shows that made their way to the Marquis Theatre. We'll take you on a journey as we pull back the curtain on some of Broadway's unforgettable productions that were sadly cut too short.

Coming summer 2023

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