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Anthem: Homunculus

Anthem: Homunculus

By: John Cameron Mitchell
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 From the creator of Hedwig & the Angry Inch comes a revolutionary podcast musical, written and composed by John Cameron Mitchell and Bryan Weller. Broke artist Ceann Mackay (Mitchell) starts an online telethon to crowdfund his survival. Cynthia Erivo, Glenn Close, Nakhane and Patti LuPone co-star in a darkly hilarious musical retelling of Ceann's life as he realizes what’s killing him may be the very thing that saves us all.

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Episodes
  • Episode 10: The Unnameable

    Episode 10: The Unnameable
    Nov 10 2021
    All storylines hurtle towards climax as Ceann confronts his own personal Apocalypse. Songs in this episode: "The Quiet Savior," "The Unnameable," "Move From Me," "The Unnameable (Reprise)," "The End of Love (Reprise)," "Duet With America (Reprise)," and "Hymn to Life." Produced by Topic Studios.

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    46 mins
  • Episode 9 | Vivimancer

    Episode 9 | Vivimancer
    Nov 10 2021
    As the lines between reality and fiction blur, fractures appear in Ceann’s new family while his mother Maeve (Glenn Close) summons him to satisfy her ultimate demand. Songs in this episode: "Unborn/Unsound" and "Dissolve Me." Produced by Topic Studios.

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    27 mins
  • Episode 8: If You Were Born

    Episode 8: If You Were Born
    Nov 3 2021
    Joan (Cynthia Erivo), Jairo (Nakhane) and Ceann prepare for their baby’s arrival, while thousands in the present day prepare for the Homunculus. Ceann seeks out much-needed advice from his father (Denis O’Hare). Two petals to go. Songs in this episode: "If You Were Born," "Cloud of Unknowing," "Nobody Blink," and "Philosopher's Stone." Produced by Topic Studios.

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    41 mins
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I've loved John for decades and he just keeps getting more amazing with time. It's refreshing to hear him changing with times while retaining his youthful attitude and sense of humor. I'm so glad I found this!

JCM is as brilliant as ever!

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I’d argue this is one of John Cameron Mitchell’s greatest works. Thought-provoking and masterful storytelling. I’ve listened several times.

Brilliant

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