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Broadway to Main Street
Hosted by Laurence Maslon · EN
Hosted by Laurence Maslon, BROADWAY TO MAIN STREET is a weekly radio program devoted to the greatest songs of the American Musical Theater. Originating from WPPB 88.3FM on Long Island's East End, each weekly episode
celebrates the shows, stars, songwriters, and cultural phenomena that makes Broadway a legendary place. Music taken from classic original cast albums, film, cabaret, rare recordings, and unique interpretations, with commentary, guest appearances, and news from Broadway.
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1776 (semiquincentennial version)
2d ago00:54:06Tap to summarizeWhat else would we run this weekend? The original cast album, plus soundtrack selections and rare trivia; our favorite musical of all time. "Broadway to Main Street"--for all your semiquincentennial needs!
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Happy Father's Day 2026
1w ago00:54:01Tap to summarizeGreat 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.
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The 2026 Tony Awards
3w ago00:54:02Tap to summarizeWe pay a visit to Schmigadoon!--a 12-category nominee at Sunday night's Tonys! Joining us for this special preview are Sara Chase, Ann Harada, plenty of songs and plenty of hope!
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The 1976 Tony Awards
May 3100:54:01Tap to summarizeOur annual look at the Tonys from 50 years ago: A Chorus Line, Chicago, Pacific Overtures, Bubbling Brown Sugar, and more.: 5 -6- 7- 8!!
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A Jewish Legacy
May 2400:54:23Tap to summarizeTo tee up the Great Performances l PBS documentary, "Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy," we interview its producer/director Michael Kantor and play some great show tunes from Jewish creators, performed by Barbra Streisand, Joel Grey, Al Jolson, Sammy Davis, Jr. and more.
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West Coast Berlin
May 1700:54:24Tap to summarizeTo celebrate the recent Great Performances l PBS airing of "Top Hat," we're stepping on the gas along with Irving Berlin's great Hollywood songs, performed by Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Ethel Merman and more.
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Oscar Peterson at 100
May 1000:54:13Tap to summarizeWe're keying in to this monumental jazz piano talent as part of his centenary--astonishing takes on songs from Fiorello!, West Side Story, The New Moon, My Fair Lady and so much more.
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Broadway Bouquet
May 400:54:01Tap to summarizeBROADWAY BOUQUET April showers bring May flowers--a reprise of perennials from Hadestown, On a Clear Day, Gypsy, The Sound of Music and more.
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The Musical Genius of Claus Ogerman
Apr 2700:54:01Tap to summarizeThis magical arranger turned his genius to the Broadway canon with timeless results. Listen to Sinatra, Jobim, Sammy Davis, Jr., DianA Krall, Streisand and more in thrilling versions of songs from Fiddler on the Roof, Kismet, Zorba, My Fair Lady and more.
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Richard Kiley
Apr 2000:54:33Tap to summarizeThis is our quest--to follow this star throughout his amazing career: Kismet, No Strings, The Little Prince, and of course Man of La Mancha (and many rarities).
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