Hi all,
Last month I told you all about a musical I co-wrote, Breathe — which chronicles the lives of five couples during the pandemic, and the struggles they face with their relationships, health, family, and community as a result of it. I am so proud of this work, and tickets are on sale NOW…and here’s the best part — you can watch it in your own home beginning 5/14. Since a lot of my fans have been asking questions, here are some answers!
Q: Why did you write a musical?
A: It’s sort of like when you are a marathon runner and you decide you want to take up swimming. You’re still getting exercise…you’re just using a different part of your body. Writing for musical theatre lets me work in a collaborative zone (unlike writing novels) and it’s a great way to stretch my abilities.
Q: What’s this musical about?
A: 2020. What it felt like to be isolated, but experiencing the same struggles and losses as everyone else.
Q: Is it depressing?
A: Nope. You will laugh, a lot…and you will also have space to reflect on loss. Told in a series of interconnected vignettes, you’ll move from romantic comedy to the insanity of parenting during Covid to the movement for racial justice to the cost of having to say goodbye to those you love.
Q: Who stars in it?
A: Tony Award winners Kelli O’Hara (The King and I) and Brian Stokes Mitchell (Ragtime), Tony nominee Denée Benton (Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet), Rúben J. Carbajal (Hamilton), Daniel Yearwood (Hamilton), T. Oliver Reid (Once On This Island), Josh Davis (Beautiful), Patti Murin (Frozen), Colin Donnell (Almost Famous), Matt Doyle (Company) and Max Clayton (Moulin Rouge). I know, right?
Q: Not sold yet. Can I hear some of the music?
Q: Can I order the cast album?
Q: How can I watch Breathe?
A: You purchase a ticket by clicking here. Streaming begins on 5/14, but you will be able to watch it anytime between 5/14 and 7/2 (if you purchase a regular ticket; you can also sign up for a special premiere night and a birthday-night watch with me). Once you click on the link you will be able to watch the video 3x within 48 hours.
Q: Can I listen on my phone/tablet/computer/smart TV?
A: Yes.
Q: I live in England/South Africa/Australia. Can I watch?
A: Yes.
Q: Why haven’t I bought my ticket yet?
A: Frankly, I have no idea. :)
I promise that if you watch this show, you will find yourself somewhere in the characters…and you will feel hope — after a year of not feeling much of that. I can’t wait to hear your comments.
XO
Jodi
