Thank You Places

I'm so excited to share my conversation with Max Wojtanowicz! We talk all about post-quarantine auditioning, the importance of communication, and navigating social media. http://www.maxwojtanowicz.com/ Instagram: @maxwhattimeisit Twitter: @maxswhattimeisit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxwojtanowicz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/whitacre358 Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Wesley Frye on the podcast today! We talk about how variety can be really important for us to keep our art fresh, being a supportive colleague, and trying to reach people with our art. Facebook: Wesley Frye Instagram: @wesgeorgetenor, @fryemusicduo Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so thrilled to have KrisAnne Weiss on the podcast today! We talk about the power of learning how you work, how the recording industry has warped what we think is possible in live performance, and advocating for ourselves as singers. https://krisanneweiss.com/ Instagram: @krisanneweiss Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I am so excited to have Antonio Rios-Luna on the podcast today! Antonio and I talk all about decolonizing education, taking our time to figure things out, and how much we love So You Think You Can Dance! Instagram: @toniriosluna Minnesota Guau! Instagram: @mn_guau Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Tom Reed on the podcast today! We talk all about being a multi-hyphenate performer, performing in one-person shows, and setting ego aside for collaboration's sake. https://www.tombreed.com/ Instagram: @treedtime Twitter: @tbreed Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Shandi Mortenson on the podcast today! We talk all about college mistakes, working against what people see us as, and returning to the busyness of performing. Instagram: @shandi_pandi Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Justin Spenner on the podcast today! We talk all about experimental music, celebrating our own unique sound, and being ok with the unknown. Instagram: @bari_spen Website: https://www.barispen.com/ 113 Collective Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3j2oIXpyfiBjJf5WegSYQ4 Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

We're doing something new today! Today I have Annie Kuensting of Beacon Empowerment on the show to talk all about...well, empowering ourselves! We talk through imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, and knowing our self-worth. https://www.beaconempowerment.net/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjzxZVA3bPbNKWtodBg-tRg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Annie-Kuensting-Beacon-Empowerment-Strategies-171022990138406 Instagram: @beaconempowerment Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Thank You Places x Romi Apothecary - get 10% off any Romi Apothecary products using code THANKYOUPLACES10 at check-out https://www.romiapothecary.com/ Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Adán Varela on my podcast today! We talk all about not defining ourselves by our careers, making chorus roles exciting, and Adán gives me his best Fran Drescher impression! Instagram: @birthdayofwings @queenbirdofparadise Tiktok: @discountrickymartin https://dribbble.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Denzel Belin on the podcast today! We talk about owning our space in a room, being ok with change, and keeping track of our achievements. Threshold Theater MPLS https://www.thresholdtheatermpls.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ThresholdTheater Instagram @thresholdtheatermpls Twitter @from_washingon Instagram @from_washington Blackness is... https://blacknessis.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Jeni Houser on the podcast today! Jeni and I talk all about acting for the opera singer, management for singers, and being a well-rounded performer. https://www.jenihouser.com/ Instagram: @songsofjeni https://www.facebook.com/songsofjeni Opera Postcards from Madison --> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ic2VDDmEQI Upcoming Concert --> https://www.madisonopera.org/class/digitalfinale/?wcs_timestamp=1621711800 Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I am so excited to have Abby Day and Falicia Nichole on the podcast today to talk all about a new series they're creating called Hidden Falls. Both Abby and Falicia are primarily theatre artists but they have recently embarked upon an ambitious new project. We talk all about Hidden Falls, combating imposter syndrome, and diving headfirst into the unknown. https://www.hiddenfallsfilm.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiddenFallsFilm Instagram: @hiddenfallsfilm Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Tyler Michaels King on the podcast today! We talk all about shifting in our careers, moving with freedom, and making mistakes. https://www.tylermichaels.com/ https://www.trademarktheater.org/ https://beardedcompany.org/btd/ Instagram: @tylermichaelsking Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Pablo Siqueiros on the podcast today! We talk all about what vocal "rules" mean, how we can learn through opera, and why it's important to develop an artist statement. Instagram: @pablosiqueiros Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Tara Priolo on the podcast today! She and I talk all about the Fach system (and what's wrong with it), finding and loving your own unique sound, and branding for artists. This is a jam-packed episode. I hope you enjoy it! Instagram: @tarapriolostudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tarapriolostudio YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0RaN5te_Ad-vhlmf_PVWwA https://www.tarapriolo.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Bailey Murphy on the podcast today! We talk about feeling fulfilled and happy with our careers, what it's like being a woman in comedy, and forging our own paths. @baileymurphy56 https://www.smartmouthcomedyco.com/ https://whatsnextmsp.com/ @whatsnextmsp Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Tina Christensen and Siena Forest on to talk about their new non-profit organization, OOPS MN! OOPS stands for Opera-Oriented Project Sponsorships. It's an "organization that connects Minnesotans with Classical Vocal Artists to produce Projects, facilitate Artistic Development, and provide access to Classical Singing." We talk all about why they started this organization, how they got started, and what's up next! https://www.oopsmn.org/ https://www.facebook.com/oopsmn/ Instagram: @oops_mn https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2zxKgCq2zaMU_ShP2B2VDg At the top of the episode, I also address the murders that happened in Atlanta last week. Please check out some of the links below and donate if you're able: https://www.redcanarysong.net/ https://stopaapihate.org/ https://hateisavirus.org/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Joy Dolo on the podcast today! We talk all about monetizing hobbies, intentional relationships, and having the time to be whole people. Instagram: @joydolo, @blackoutimprovcomedy Listen to Joy's episode on Smash Boom Best here --> https://www.smashboom.org/episode/2021/02/11/mermaids-vs-bigfoot Listen to Joy's podcast Forever Ago here --> https://www.brainson.org/page/foreverago Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have Zach Garcia on the podcast! If you followed me from my YouTube days, you may remember seeing Zach there. Today, we talk about day jobs and how where we make our money doesn't define us as artists, finding authenticity in our performing, and, of course, why we don't read reviews (seriously, don't do it!!) Watch the trailer of Battle of the Bulge: Winter War https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yPCJu9KzwQ You can find this film on DVD or on iTunes. Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have Kiko Laureano on the podcast! We talk about embarrassing auditions, being a well-rounded individual, and BIG college learning moments. https://www.kikolaureano.com/ TikTok: @kmlaureano Instagram: @klaureano Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have the lovely Maura Gillespie on the podcast! We talk about toxic positivity, New York City audition stories, and of course, vocal growth. Instagram: @mauraelizabethg Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have Jenny LeDoux back on the podcast! Y'all have been hearing a lot about my vocal journey and now I'm having a guest on to talk about her journey. This episode comes with a lot of vocal training talk, so if that's you're thing, this is worth a listen! Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to introduce the Twin Cities community to Wolfe Lanier and S.P.O.T Mentorship. Wolfe and I talk about why he founded this organization, how it works, and so so much more! https://www.spotmentorship.com/ use discount code PODCAST10 to get 10% any service! Instagram: @spotmentorship Personal Instagram: @wolfel5 Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Theo Langason on the podcast today! Theo and I talk all about confidence, lessons we can learn from the show Survivor, and failure. https://theolangason.bandcamp.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Rodolfo Nieto on the podcast today! We talk all about what it means to work "hard," what we would tell our younger selves, and finding freedom with our voices. https://rodolfo-nieto.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbF6zPrC-As https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKJmxxfuVow Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Jessica Huang on the podcast today! Jessica and I talk about how creating work isn't just a thing of the past, what got her into playwriting, and the concept of greatness. https://www.jessica-huang.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Eric Sharp on the podcast today! He and I talk about what we learned in college (hint: it's probably not what you think it is), accessibility within art, and working with both sides of our brains. http://www.worksharp.org Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

On today's bonus episode, I share people's hopes and goals for 2021 while also sharing what they've learned during 2020. Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have the lovely Corissa Bussian on the podcast today! Corissa and I talk all about our first operatic experiences, acting training for opera singers, and the mistakes we make early in our careers. Instagram: @seoulsister84 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corissa.leonard.5 Upcoming project with OOPS MN: https://www.oopsmn.org/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I'm chatting with Obed Floan and Megan Wagner of St. Croix Valley Opera all about their New Year's Eve Extravaganza concert! This is a live-stream event happening on 12/31/2020 @ 7pm CST. Click here for tickets --> https://www.scvopera.org/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Bradley Beahen on the podcast today! We go very in-depth on vocal development, as well as talk about important audition practices (and yes, I ask him about page protectors!). https://bradleybeahen.com/ Instagram: @bradley_beahen Twitter: @bradleybeahen Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Amanda Carlson and Tina Christensen of Opera Plot Happy Hour on the podcast today. We talk about how they started the pod, finding time to not take ourselves so seriously, and how important it is for opera singers to have acting training. Check out their podcast --> https://www.operaplothappyhour.com/ @operaplothappyhour Tina: @ccmezzosoprano, https://www.facebook.com/ccmezzosoprano Amanda: @yeahbutwheresjune Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Sherwin Resurreccion on the podcast today! We talk all about the similarities between the theater and restaurant industries, learning on the job, and review woes. Check out Sherwin's restaurant here --> https://www.apoympls.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Leslie Vincent on the podcast today! We talk all about the importance of middle school and high school theatre, the concept of the starving artist, and breaking down the scarcity mindset. Instagram: @leslie_della_vincent Facebook: Leslie Vincent Music https://www.facebook.com/lesdella DalekoArts: https://dalekoarts.com/ The Champagne Drops: @thechampagnedrops https://www.facebook.com/thechampagnedrops Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Sequoia Hauk on the podcast! Sequoia and I talk all about specializing in the arts (spoiler: it's not necessary!) and Native theatre in the Twin Cities. Decameron Opera Coalition: https://decameronoperacoalition.org SPNN: https://www.spnn.org Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Sarah Julius on the podcast today! Sarah is a first-time theatre-maker and the creator of Great Big Rainbow World: The Musical. This musical was supposed to premiere this summer but is now aiming to open during Pride 2021. Sarah and I talk about why she decided to create a musical, how musical theatre can continue moving forward, and the funny traditions we hold on to. Instagram: @gbrwmusical Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gbrwmusical https://gbrwmusical.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so so excited to have THE Sun Mee Chomet on the podcast today! We talk all about what draws us to theatre, being a Renaissance performer, and being ok with uncertainty and discomfort. http://www.sunmeechomet.com/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have the lovely and beautiful Gabrielle Dominique on the show today! We talk about what the future of theatre looks like to us, how social media is affecting actors, and navigating being mixed race in the theatre world. Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Armando on the podcast today! We talk about his time performing in Japan, what his go-to audition piece is, and, don't worry, I take advantage of having him on the pod to have him show you all his amazing impressions! Follow Armando --> @armando.ronconi to see a bunch of pictures from Japan Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I am so excited to have Bri Graham and Emily Madigan of Mixed Messages on the podcast today! These ladies are the real deal! Their podcast is all about the mixed-race experience, so I had them on to talk about that experience as it pertains to being a theatre artist. If you don't follow or listen to Mixed Messages Pod, you should! Check them out: Instagram: @mixedmessagepod https://www.mixedmessagespod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mixedmessagepod Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on Instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have AnaSofia Villanueva on the podcast today! AnaSofia and I talk all about what the future of theatre looks like to us. We also talk about how important it is to be multi-faceted in this art form and we go into depth about why people find skincare important. This is a jam packed episode that you don't want to miss! https://anasofia.me/ Information about "Sabor"with Teatro Milagro https://milagro.org/event/ingenio-2020/ Information about "The Heresy of Love" with the UMN Guthrie BFA Students https://cla.umn.edu/theatre/news-events/announcement/umtad-2020-21-season-update Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Vanessa Agnes of Dark Muse Arts on the podcast today! Vanessa and I talk all about Dark Muse! We talk about how it started, where it's going, and what we can expect to see from the organization in the future! The foundation of Dark Muse is so inspiring! I hope you enjoy hearing Vanessa talk about it. https://darkmusearts.org/ Instagram: @darkmusearts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DarkMuseArts Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited about today's episode with Wesley Mouri! Wes and I are both Japanese-Americans and we talk a lot about representation in theatre, working on cruise ships, and shifting from being onstage to being in an admin position. Oh! And Wes gives some amazing audition advice! Wes works for Theater Mu. Check out everything they're doing here --> https://www.theatermu.org/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to share this extra long, extra fun, extra REAL episode with Bergen Baker! I love how Bergen took an "unconventional" path to get to where she is today. One of my favorite things about this podcast is talking to people who remind me that not all successful paths are linear. For the first portion of the episode, Bergen and I talk all about how she got to where she is in her career. She took her education by the reins and carved out a space for herself. In the second portion (YES! there is a second portion), we get real. We dive deeper into the corona-coaster and what we're fed up with (hint: it's probably what you're fed up with too). Facebook: Bergen Baker Instagram: @bergenbaker @loftrecital http://www.bergenbaker.com/ https://loftrecital.org/ Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have Antonio Duke on the podcast! We talk all about writing, how actors can work with playwrights, and the importance of feedback. https://pwcenter.org/profile/antonio-duke Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have the truly incredible Hope Nordquist on the podcast!! Hope and I talk about the burlesque scene in Minneapolis, transitioning from opera to musical theatre, and how bet to continue your journey as a singer on your own. That barely scratches the service so tune in! I'm also thanking Patreon member Kelly N. this week! Catch Hope THIS WEEK performing for Theater Mu's fundraising event! Info here --> https://www.theatermu.org/withlove Instagram: @hopejane Twitter: @hopejane TikTok: @hopejn Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have the beautiful Brittany Marie Wilson on the podcast! Brittany and I talk all about feeling like outsiders in our field, that the future of theatre looks like to us, and on-camera work in the Twin Cities. I'm also thanking some new Patreon members: Christine W., Megan H., Justin S., Lars N., and Jill S. I also want to send a special shout-out to Ceri M. for an independent donation! Thank you all for helping my podcast go to the next level. Instagram: @brittany.m.wilson Thank You Places on Patreon: www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to share this episode today with the incredible Momoko Tanno! Momoko is a beautiful singer, actor, and activist in the Twin Cities. She talks all about growing up as a dancer, the complicated history of Japan and the idea of whiteness, and voice changes. Check out Momoko's website: http://www.momotanno.com Instagram: @momokotanno Facebook: Momoko Tanno Up Next for Momoko: http://mixedprecipitation.org/summer-2020/ Thank You Places on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thankyouplacespod Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Deidre Cochran on the podcast for my 50TH EPISODE! If you followed me here from YouTube, you'll remember Deidre. Find those episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E14USa-PkZ8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqR6R7h_JUY Deidre and I talk about body inclusivity in theatre, not taking things personally, and being friendly at auditions and early in the rehearsal process. Up Next for Deidre: Great Big Rainbow World https://gbrwmusical.com/ Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

Today I have the radiant Kelly Turpin on the podcast! Kelly is the founder of Arbeit Opera Theatre (AOT) here in the Twin Cities. In this episode, we talk all about how she started the company and what we think about the future of opera. https://www.arbeitoperatheatre.org/ Instagram: @arbeitoperatheatre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arbeitoperatheatre Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.

I'm so excited to have Eric McEnaney on my podcast today! Eric is a highly sought-after vocal coach and pianist in the Twin Cities. He is so wise and we talk about all things under the sun including finding authenticity in auditioning, how to stay centered as artists, and what steps a pianist can take to become a vocal coach. https://www.ericmcenaney.com/ https://www.facebook.com/OperaReadingProject/ Find Thank You Places on instagram @thankyouplacespod and on Facebook by searching Thank You Places. You can listen to the podcast on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.