One topic that always sparks debate online amongst the theatre community is the creation and sharing of bootlegs (also called slime tutorials).
Last week, the newly opened Off-Broadway production of HEATHERS came under fire from some fans by requesting that they not film the performance, and the debate about the ethical, financial and historical impact of bootlegs was instantly reignited.
So, Mickey-Jo is covering the complex topic with as much nuance as it deserves, acknowledging both the benefits and problems of bootlegs and ultimately sharing his thoughts, and how they have evolved...
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00:00 | introduction
03:14 | accessibility
10:00 | box office impact
17:19 | the consent problem
22:57 | historical value
27:04 | what is theatre?
About Mickey-Jo:
As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: MickeyJoTheatre is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 80,000 subscribers. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre
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