Podcasts about actors equity association

This week, Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Anna Villa-Bager. The two talk about the origins of Marble Jam's distinctive name, the strategic steps Anna took to build a robust nonprofit, and the comprehensive programs that Marble Jam offers, including various creative arts therapies and digital arts.  In this episode, we discuss: How the idea began with the creation of a children's television show named "Marble Jam," which was creatively inspired by character initials and led to a broader mission after personal experiences. Marble Jam's development and expansion from one signature program to a large facility with numerous creative arts programs and therapies. The power of building relationships played a crucial role in starting and growing the nonprofit organization. Stories of growth and development in participants through Marble Jam's programs, focusing on children and adults with special needs.  Resilience, flexibility, and the importance of surrounding oneself with knowledgeable individuals to make a difference in the community. The importance of purpose in nonprofit work and how it sustains and motivates staff and leadership within Marble Jam.   Anna Villa-Bager, Founder /President of Marble Jam  Anna's experience in the entertainment industry spans over twenty years in all aspects of entertainment, including corporate show production, from initial concept to completion, music and book development, costuming, casting, and choreography. In the large corporate arena, Anna co-developed and produced national and regional industrial shows for many companies, including Johnson & Johnson, Cooper Vision, and Becton Dickinson. She was a spokesperson and performer with Adidas USA for International Super Shows worldwide. Her portfolio includes an extensive theatrical performance career.   As an original cast member of Jerome Robbins Broadway, Anna performed and assisted Mr. Robbins in reconstructing dance pieces from notation and old film archives. Other performance credits include Broadway, International and National Tours, Regional and Children's Theatre, film and television.   With a foundation in dance and psychology, her tenure at MarbleJam has been dedicated to enriching lives through the arts. Leveraging her social networking, music, and theatre expertise, she fosters an environment where creativity meets advocacy, empowering children and adults alike. With a focus on strategic growth and community engagement at the organization's helm, she ensures the mission resonates and impacts widely.  The journey from an international and Broadway dancing career to the founder of a nonprofit organization illustrates a trajectory shaped by a commitment to artistic expression and social contribution. Her team's achievements, such as establishing specialized programs and securing vital resources, reflect a shared vision of accessibility and joy in the arts. This path reflects not just a career but her profound personal calling inspired by her family and the transformative power of art.   Anna graduated from the State University of New York at Brockport with a BS in dance with a focus on psychology. She is certified in nonprofit executive management and development and is a certified career planning counselor. Anna maintains all union affiliations with SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity Association.  Website: https://marblejam.org/   Social Media Links: Anna Villa-Bager Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-villa-bager-cne-cde-2369829/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anna.villabager Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avbager/?hl=en   MarbleJam Links:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marblejamkids Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marblejamkids/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn94l-kYie7OkvRCCxuwRUg Email: info@marblejam.org  

Marti Gobel is a nationally recognized actor, director and teaching artist. Upon graduating from UW-Whitewater in 2008 with a degree in Performance Theatre and Philosophy (with an emphasis in Religious Studies), Ms. Gobel began a rich career in both theatre and television and film. Her need to add to the tapestry of the mid-west professional theatre scene led to the founding of the now defunct UPROOTED theatre. As Producing Artistic Director (from 2009-2015)  worked tirelessly to diversify the arts through her efforts. Ms. Gobel is a current member of both Actors Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA.Selected Stage Credits include: Milwaukee Shakespeare (Henry IV, part 2), Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (Well, Around The World In 80 Days, Broken and Entered, Fires In the Mirror) Renaissance Theaterworks' (NEAT: Milwaukee, Sheboygan and South Africa, The Persians, Crumbs From the Table of Joy, The Violet Hour, Still, Sex With Strangers, The Roommate, Witch and a reading of Tanya Saracho's El Nogular and Gwendolyn Rice's The Griots), First Stage Children's Theatre (The Neverendingstory and readings of Jackie and Me, The Promised Land), The Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Clybourne Park, A Christmas Carol:2012-2014, Yankee Tavern, Trouble In Mind), Forward Theater (In The Next Room, Mr. Burns, Skeleton Crew, Mom, How Did You Meet The Beatles) and UPROOTED theatre (Beauty's Daughter: Milwaukee, Chicago and Memphis, A Streetcar Named Desire, Yellowman, Crumbs From the Table of Joy, *Pink Champagne, Jack and Jill, Hoo Doo Love, Oleanna, I Have Before Me A Remarkable Document Given To Me By A Young Lady From Rwanda, The Philadelphia Story, *Man From Madisonville, The Sunset Limited, Suddenly Last Summer), Next Act Theatre (Perfect Mendacity, No Child, Twilight: Los Angles, The Taming, The Christians), and Theatre Lila (No Child). Marti plays an ongoing role as the Civil Rights suffragist, Ida B. Wells for the Kenosha Civil War Museum in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and is often featured in local and regional commercials and voice-overs. She appeared in the short film, Spare Change, as well as the web-series Gettin' Grown; both directed by the award-winning film director Aaron Greer and Faith Flix's Come Follow Me, Mary, Mother of Jesus and the feature film Game Day produced by Chicago Studio City. National television credits include NBC's Chicago PD in addition to several regional commercials.University Productions include: Airness (Hendrix College), Wine In the Wilderness, Crumbs From the Table of Joy, The Light (Marquette University), Trojan Women (UW-Milwaukee).Marti has served as a lead teacher at First Stage Theatre Academy in Milwaukee as well as a lead teacher and program designer for UPROOTED theatre's education department. Past adjunct professor assignments at Marquette University, UW-Milwaukee and Carthage College. She is a JF Kennedy Center trained Teaching Artist who worked closely with Master Educator, Randy Barron for 6 months developing her residency which is now offered through The Young Auditorium and The Overture Center. She currently serves as Artistc Consultant for Black Arts MKE. Ms. Gobel will serve for a third term as a KCACTF adjudicator for Region III.Ms. Gobel is a Jeff Nominated Director for her work on Is God Is with A Red Orchid Theatre and the recipient of 2024 Black Excellence Award for Outstanding Director.She currently serves as Producing Artistic Director and Education Coordinator for OnWord Theatre in San Diego, CA. *Indicates World Premiere'sWebsite: OnWord TheatreInstagram: Instagram (@OnWordTheatre)Facebook: OnWord Theatre | San Diego CABox Office Email: info@OnWordTheatre.comWant a video experience? Check out our YouTube channel! We're now uploading video episodes!This episode:https://youtu.be/XJnZnBJVkKwGeneral channel:http://www.youtube.com/@intheartscene

Arthur Ross recently played the role of Pumbaa in “Tale of the Lion King” at Disneyland Park in Anaheim. This was the Walt Disney Company's FIRST EVER all black cast for a live show and Scott got to see him in it. In fact, the Themed Entertainment Association awarded “Tale of the Lion King” a Brass Ring Award for Best Theatrical Production. This award is considered one of the global attractions industry's most prestigious honors.Arthur was also part of a vocal ensemble that performed during “The Festival of Holidays” for Kwanza and “Celebrate Soulfully” during Black History Month at Disneyland but he isn't new to The Walt Disney Company. He started working for them in the summer of 2000, where he was part of the Disneyland College Program in Entertainment Costuming. When he graduated from the program, he remained a seasonal Cast Member, working on parades and shows and ultimately became a full-time Costume Specialist. On Broadway, Arthur worked on Anastasia, SpongeBob Squarepants: The Broadway Musical, and Disney's Aladdin. In Agrabah, he was a Dresser and learned 11 of the 15 tracks dressing Principals and Ensemble Members. Arthur has a B.A. in Communications specializing in directing and choreography from Bowling Green State University and an M.F.A. in Acting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. That's another thing that he and Scott have in common - Scott has a Musical Theatre degree from the UNLV and he and Arthur shared some of the same professors!Arthur is an Adjunct Faculty Member at both Cypress and Fullerton College in the Theatre and Dance Departments as a Dance Instructor, Musical Theatre Director & Choreographer and is a member of three renowned unions that represent artists - AGVA, Actors Equity Association, and  I.A.T.S.E.Enjoy Scott's conversation with the wonderful Arthur Ross!Email: TheMouseAndMePodcast@gmail.comSupport: www.patreon.com/themouseandmeFB & Instagram: The Mouse and MeMusic by Kevin MacLeod from https://incompetech.filmmusic.io

In our series of folks who are transitioning to new positions, Matty and Kikau chat with the incredible Lauren Haughton Gillis, who is the new Director for the BFA Musical Theatre Program at Florida State University. We talk about all of the amazing things that the program has to offer, serving the needs of the students, and the importance of work/life balance. Lauren's recommendation is the FX tv show, The Bear. ------ Lauren the new Director for the BFA Musical Theatre Program at Florida State University. She was previously an Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre at the Indiana University Department of Theatre & Dance where she won the 2022 Trustees Teaching Award. She is a proud member of Actors Equity Association and is the Head of Dance/Vice President of Conferences for Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance International (MTEA). She holds a BFA from Syracuse University and an MFA from San Diego State University.

In this episode, we explore Michael Kushner's past life as a Titanic Survivor. Michael is an award winning multi-hyphenate in the theatre, television and film industries. He has photographed Patti LuPone, Julie Andrews, Hillary Clinton, and thousands of other artists. Michael is the Executive Producer of the EMMY Nominated series Indoor Boys and currently teaches theatre business at Strasberg / NYU. Michael's book How to be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business, published by Routledge Publishing arrived on shelves in the Spring of 2023. He is a member of Actors Equity Association and he has interviewed Carol Burnett, Rachel Brosnahan, Billy Porter, and many more artists on his podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate where you can listen wherever you download podcasts. #pastlives #titanic #reincarnation #pastliferegression #spiritualjourney Mayra Rath is a Certified Hypnotherapist Past Life Regression Therapist - Certified through the American Board of Hypnotherapy QHHT- Level 2 practitioner Soul Signs Hypnosis Website: https://www.soulsigns.net/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@soulsignshypnosis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soul_signs_hypnosis/?hl=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1009959799420939 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mayra-rath/support

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to talk about state budget changes proposed by the Ohio Senate. Cropper also discussed workforce development educational program in New Lexington and a book festival in Columbus. Organizer and dancer for Star Garden, Reagan, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the 15-month journey to receiving recognition to unionize with the Actors Equity Association. Reagan also discussed the issues that led to the dancers' fight to unionize and shared some of the reactions to their efforts.

Sarah and Edward are SO excited to have this smart, hilarious actor, and trailblazing pioneer of the theatre industry on the show. Davon Williams truly embodies a Rich Bitch, leading the way for change, and betterment of the industry in which he works. His work includes the controversial podcast The Receipts (RIP) which exposed some industry TEA and DRAMA! Though he is best known for getting The Black Theatre Matters Bill legislation passed within the Actors Equity Association, he now has settled back into being a full time actor. Most recently, Davon performed in Falsettos at Rep Stage in Columbia, Maryland as the first Black person to play the role of Whizzer in the final product of the show (the show was originally three different pieces that was eventually rolled into one). You can find Davon across platforms at @daywilling Follow your hosts Sarah Seeds and Edward Miskie for the next episode!

About the Noises Off! Cast - straight from the Playbill:Meadow Brook Theatre https://www.mbtheatre.com/ All cast members are members of Actors Equity Association. AEAPHIL POWERS (Selsdon Mowbray) Phil is delighted and humbled to be back at Meadow Brook and thanks Travis and Cheryl for the opportunity to do what he loves. He spent last season here as Colonel Mustard in Clue: On Stage, A Christmas Carol characters including a few appearances as Scrooge, and Dr. Mead in Ladies in Lavender. At Theatre Nova, he played Albert Einstein in Relativity. It was a dream season and he is thankful. This is dedicated to Louis Edmonds, a distant relative who was quite an actor himself. Uncle Louey would have been a great Selsdon. Thanks for coming!CHERYL TURSKI (Brooke Ashton) Cheryl is tickled pink to be back at MBT in her favorite farce! Some of her previous MBT credits include, Ladies in Lavender, Murder on the Orient Express, Baskerville:ASherlockHolmesMystery, and The Game's Afoot among others. She recently assistant directed the national tour of Paw Patrol Live: Heroes Unite and currently teaches theatre at Wayne State University.RON WILLIAMS (Lloyd Dallas) MBT credits include:ATOMIC,Tenderly:The Rosemary Clooney Musical, Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, Working: A Musical. NYC, National/European credits include: The Rocky Horror Show, Grease!, Sweeney Todd, and A Bronx Tale starring Chazz Palminteri. Hillsdale College alumni. This performance is dedicated to Debbie and Daphne. Your love and laughter are the light of my life. Cure Type 1 Diabetes! JDRF.comDANI COCHRANE (Poppy Norton- Taylor) [she/her] MBT select credits: Birthday Club, Nana Does Vegas, Mary Jane, Blithe Spirit, Stick Fly, and Mom's Gift. Dani is a Detroit based stage and screen actor, as well as an experienced voice over artist, director and stage manager. She holds an MFA in acting from the Hilberry Repertory Company at Wayne State University and studied abroad at the Moscow Art Theatre School. Other select credits: Detroit ‘67 and Birthday Candles at DPT. A Very Williamston Christmas at Williamston Theatre, and Anatomy of a Hug at Tipping Point Theatre. “Thank you to my family, especially my little.” DaniCochrane.comSTEPHEN BLACKWELL (Garry Lejeune) Stephen is the epitome of jubilation when it comes to being back at Meadow Brook. Stephen secured his BFA from Wayne State and his MAbout Productions Plus:Productions Plus has been providing excellence in brand representation since 1981. We are the largest SAG-franchised, full-service talent management agency and our niche has been representing Product Specialists for numerous global automotive brands. We represent thousands of actors for TV/Film, print, commercials, product demonstrations, trade shows and auto shows. We are excited to launch our new podcast which will feature several of our employees, talent and brand partners chatting about what we do best- connecting people and brands! Follow us @productionsplus on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and LinkedinApply to work with us by downloading the Productions Plus App and registering to be a Talent

Welcome to the Green Room Meditations Podcast, presented by the Indiana Repertory Theatre and hosted by Devon Ginn. Today, we are in conversation with: Tracy Michelle Arnold. Tracy stars in the Indiana Repertory Theatre's one-woman show titled Shakespeare's Will. Tracy holds an MFA in Acting from Northern Illinois University and has been a proud member of Actors Equity Association since 1990. Tracy has served as a company member of American Players in beautiful Spring Green, Wisconsin, where favorite roles include Cleopatra in Antony & Cleopatra, Olivia in Twelfth Night, Lady Macbeth in Macbeth, Regan in King Lear and Charlotta in The Cherry Orchard. This season marks Tracy's 23rd year with APT, which fills her to the brim with gratitude and joy. At American Players Theatre, she has met the best of friends, the most talented of companions, the dearest of husbands, and the most extraordinary group of characters to inhabit. From Cleo to Kate, Jacques to Iachimo, Blanche DuBois to Linda Loman, each has broadened her capacity to understand and admire the human condition in all its wondrous complexity. She has been blessed to work in many fine theatres, Asolo Rep, Indiana Repertory Theatre, the Goodman Theatre, Forward Theater, Northlight, Writers, and Chicago Shakespeare Theatre among them. She makes her home here in Spring Green with her family.   About Shakespeare's Will: In Shakespeare's Will, the story of William Shakespeare's wife Anne Hathaway takes center stage. Anne has been cloaked in silence and invisibility, and now she tells her side of the story, full of love and loss, secrets and sacrifices. Inspired by what little we know about her, this witty and imaginative play creates a surprisingly modern portrait of a proudly imperfect wife and mother. Arnold conveys all of it, playing numerous characters - including Anne's husband, father, children and sister-in-law - while changing emotions in the blink of an eye. From carefree flirt to haunted widow. From tender mother of three to sex-starved lover of many. From terror-stricken plague refugee to joyous chronicler of nature's beauty. With a nod toward Anne's own slim inheritance, Arnold is given only a bed, table and chair - as well as a long scarf that embodies everything from a newborn to an ocean - to tell her story. It's more than enough for Arnold, who rises above a few moments where the script sags - and who is no more willing than Anne to be bound by a man's words, whether poetic or testamentary. Shakespeare's Will is on stage at the Indiana Repertory Theatre until April 16th. Click here for tickets: https://bit.ly/3nCWctf  About the Indiana Repertory Theatre: Founded in 1971, the Indiana Repertory Theatre (IRT) is the largest professional not-for-profit theatre in the state and one of the leading regional theatres in the country. The mission of the Indiana Repertory Theatre is to produce top-quality, professional theatre and related activities, providing experiences that will engage, surprise, challenge, and entertain people throughout their lifetimes, helping us build a vital and vibrant community. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA): The IRT strives to celebrate and serve the diverse people and cultures that make up our whole community. The IRT is committed to providing access for all; to creating and maintaining an antiracist theatre that is inclusive, safe, and respectful.

Genevieve L. Ellis is currently on the national tour of the hit Broadway musical, Les Miserables. In the show, she in the ensemble and also covers the role of Fantine. (She has gotten to go on as Fantine since the tour has been back on the road) Prior to the pandemic, Ellis saw the same production of the show in which she is now in but with other cast members. (Jillian Butler from Season 2 was in the show at the time). Les Miserables as been one of her favorite musicals for a long time and she is truly living her dream getting to be in this show. This is also Ellis' first equity tour and first equity gig since becoming a member of the Actors Equity Association. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jayme-starr/support

Reagan and Velveeta have been working with fellow dancers to unionize the Star Garden Topless Dive Bar. While the club is contesting the results of their union vote from back in November, it looks like these ladies will succeed in forming the only stripper union in America! This will be the second unionized strip club in the history of the country, the first being the Lusty Lady in San Francisco which closed in 2013. We discuss the physical harassment and other unsafe working conditions that drove the Star Garden dancers to unionize. After petitioning their employer, 18 dancers were locked out of their workplace in March of ‘22. As a result, the women were driven to escalate their tactics to striking and picketing in front of the club. They've since collected union cards and voted in an official union election. Moving forward, the Actors Equity Association will assist these women as they bargain for a contract. To raise money for the out-of-work dancers on strike, Reagan and Velveeta and some other dancers in the community have been using a side project, the Stripper Co-Op, to put on brilliantly unique and vibrant pop-up strip shows at various venues. The money raised through the Co-Op is distributed fairly amongst the strippers, and they also donate a portion to mutual aid. Donations made between the Stripper Co-Op and its previous virtual iteration, the Cyber Clown Girls, total over $50,000 from May 2020 to the present to over 100 different orgs. The Stripper Co-Op was also inspired by the worker-owned Lusty Lady.Follow @stripperstrikenoho on Instagram and Twitter! @stripstrikenohoPlease support their strike fund here! Sign their petition for safety here!You can also follow their Stripper Co-op on Instagram: @stripperco_op or Shoutout to @jessejamz for crafting the lovely fancy version of the Stripper Strike cocktail! Cheers & solidarity!Stripper Strike60 ml Gin (like Las Californias)15 ml Lime juice60 ml Fever Tree Pink Grapefruit Tonic Water   Lime wedge ( garnish)Stripper Strike, fancy version60 ml Gin (like Las Californias)15 ml Lime juice30 ml Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice 10 ml Grenadine or Jamaica (Hibiscus) syrup (recipe below) 45 ml Tonic Water Small pinch of Salt Add all ingredients except the Tonic Water to a cocktail shaker & shake well with cubed ice. Fine strain into a Collins or rocks glass & top with the Tonic Water. Take the peel of a grapefruit & express over the drink & garnish. Glassware:  Collins or rocks glassGarnish: Grapefruit peelABV: 14%You can find Jamaica at your local Mexican or Central American food store. You can also use a well-made grenadine in place of the Jamaica, if unavailable. Jamaica Syrup75g Jamaica500ml Sugar, granulated white500ml WaterUsing a pan and stove, add water, sugar, and Jamaica and bring to a boil. Let lightly simmer for 20 minutes. Fine strain into a container to let cool. Then bottle and label. Jamaica Syrup must be refrigerated and is good for up to one month.Support the show

Art has long been a lever for working class solidarity and social justice. It's also a collaborative form of labor that props up some workers and devalues others. This week, we're taking a long, hard look at two works of art: Rodrigo Valenzuela: New Works for a Post Worker's World, an exhibition on view at BRIC House through December 23rd, and 7 MINUTES, a play produced by Waterwell that premiered at HERE Arts Center last spring. • Brooklyn, USA is produced by Emily Boghossian, Shirin Barghi, Charlie Hoxie, Khyriel Palmer, and Mayumi Sato. If you have something to say and want us to share it on the show, here's how you can send us a message: https://bit.ly/2Z3pfaW• Thank you to Justin Bryant, Elizabeth Ferrer, Marc Enette, Waterwell, Lee Sunday Evans, Arian Moayed, Andrew Tilson, and Matthew Munroe aka Superlative Sain. • LINKSBorn in 1982, Santiago, Chile; based in Los Angeles, CA Rodrigo Valenzuela has presented solo exhibitions at the New Museum and Asya Geisberg Gallery, both NY; Light Work, Syracuse, NY; University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, CA; Orange County Museum of Art, Santa Ana, CA; Museum of Art and History, Lancaster, CA; Luis de Jesus, Los Angeles, CA; Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Eugene, OR; and the Portland Art Museum and UPFOR, both Portland, OR. He has participated in group exhibitions at The Kitchen, The Drawing Center, Wave Hill, and CUE Art Foundation, all NY; Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, FL; Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, Omaha, NE; Frye Art Museum, Seattle, WA; and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, TX, among others. He has also exhibited his work in solo shows internationally at Arróniz Arte Contemporáneo, Mexico City; Peana Projects, Monterrey, NL, Mexico; Galería Patricia Ready and Museo de Arte Contemporàneo, Universidad de Chile, Santiago, Chile; and Galerie Lisa Kandlhofer, Vienna, Austria. Valenzuela has participated in residencies at Dora Maar, Fountainhead, Light Work, MacDowell, Glassell School of Art, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, Kala Art Institute, Vermont Studio Center, Center for Photography at Woodstock, and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. He is the recipient of the 2021 John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship in Photography, the Smithsonian Artist Research Fellowship, and the Joan Mitchell Fellowship. His work is included in numerous public and private collections, including those of the Whitney Museum of American Art, J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Frye Art Museum, Tacoma Art Museum, and The Center for Photography at Woodstock. He is an Associate Professor and Head of the Photography Department at UCLA. Valenzuela received his BFA in Art History and Photography from the University of Chile, his BA in Philosophy from Evergreen State College, and his MFA in Photo/Media from the University of Washington.Ebony Marshall-Oliver is an actress, singer, and storyteller. She began singing in church as a little girl. After being cast in her first musical- Bubbling Brown Sugar- in her mid twenties, she decided that acting would be her career. She enrolled in the Integrated Program at AMDA NY. Her first professional job after graduating was Seussical the Musical with TheatreWorksUSA. With this role, she became a member of Actors Equity Association. Broadway credits include Ain't No Mo' and Chicken and Biscuits. Off Broadway theaters she's worked at are Waterwell, Clubbed Thumb, The Public Theater, to name a few. She can be seen on season 2 of The Ms. Pat Show (BET+) and season 3 of Evil (Paramount+).Mei Ann Teo (they/she) is a queer immigrant from Singapore making theatre & film at the intersection of artistic/civic/contemplative practice. Their critically-acclaimed work has been seen at The Bushwick Starr, Waterwell, The Shed, Shakespeare's Globe, Woolly Mammoth, Theaterworks Hartford, Belgium's Festival de Liege, the Edinburgh Fringe, Beijing Int'l Festival, among others. Awards include LPTW Josephine Abady award and the inaugural Lily Fan Director Lilly Awards. They are an Associate Artistic Director and Director of New Work at Oregon Shakespeare Festival.Sarah Hughes has played many roles in her short time in the labor movement, including steward, officer, organizer, and workshop facilitator. She has worked for the National Education Association (NEA), the Professional Staff Congress at the City University of New York (AFT), and university labor studies programs, including CUNY's NY Union Semester. She has also taught a variety of workshops to city workers, electricians, women workers, and others. She holds a masters in labor studies from UMass Amherst. Prior to joining the Labor Notes staff in 2021, Sarah had been a long time fan, subscriber, volunteer trainer and donor. She attended her first Labor Notes conference in 2008, and is excited for many more. She lives in Flatbush with her labor lawyer husband and their toddler, who also loves picket lines. Waterwell is a group of artists, educators and producers dedicated to telling engrossing stories in unexpected ways that deliberately wrestle with complex civic questions. Founded by Andrew Tilson, the Workers Unite Film Festival, now in its 11th season, is a celebration of Global Labor Solidarity.  The Festival aims to showcase student and professional films from the United States and around the world which publicize and highlight the struggles, successes and daily lives of all workers in their efforts to unite and organize for better living conditions and social justice.Superlative, meaning the best of, and Sain meaning to bless, is a multi-talented creative, born in the UK (United Kingdom, England) and raised in Hollis Queens, New York. Born Matthew Munroe, Sain always connected with music by singing with his mother, a vocalist in a church choir who grew up singing. As a child, art was always a passion of Sain's life. Art was always a staple in his life, from drawing full-length comic books to designing logos. Picking up the art of rapping in his early college years, Sain continued with his love of the arts and always wanted to bring his friends with Him wherever he went. Co-creating the creative collective group OGWN with long-time friend Diverze Koncept, he began expanding his ever-growing catalog simply because he loved making music. While pursuing music, he also manages his visual company MMunroeMedia, directing, filming, and editing music videos for other artists, capturing the moment and enhancing the vision with graphics and photography. Superlative Sain takes the term "Artist" to an entirely new level by designing his merch/clothing line, "Be|SUPERLATIVE," Check out this talented artist and be a part of his Rise.• MUSIC and CLIPSThis episode featured clips from “Why Work?” (1996) by Bill Moyers.• TRANSCRIPT: ~coming soon~• Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BRICTV Visit us online at bricartsmedia.org/Brooklyn-USA

Allyson Hernandez defines the word multi-passionate as a published Author, Executive Coach, Entrepreneur, Composer, Singer, and Mom. As President and Founder of AH Coaching Group, LLC she empowers clients to embrace their "extra" and boldly follow their dreams. After a 20+ year career in Corporate Human Resources, in the past year, she launched a business, wrote and published her novel Ballad of Dreams, a novel with Music, was interviewed and performed her original song "It's Never Too Late" on national TV on the Tamron Hall show. Allyson has performed at the acclaimed Apollo Theater and her EP, Soul Stories can be found wherever you stream music. She has a BFA in Musical Theater from Syracuse University, is a member of the Actors Equity Association, and holds her ACC credentials through the International Coaching Federation.

Strippers at the Star Garden Topless Dive Bar in North Hollywood, California, have filed with the National Labor Relations Board seeking to join the Actors Equity Association, a union of performers and other show business professionals.https://TheWrants.comFollow The Wrants ShowTwitter: https://Twitter.com/TheWrantsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrantsInstagram: https://Instagram.com/TheWrantsShowYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC67j5A9ErgsTOP8fpxeZ3Wg

Anne Johnstonbrown interviews Hollywood acting coach, director and ringmaster Kris Kyer:For over a decade Kristopher Kyer and his staff has taught and coached thousands of actors in Hollywood. Kristopher Kyer was the on-set acting coach for ABC-TV's Boy Meets World; Maybe this Time; and Grace Under Fire. In addition, he was the on-set coach for the Bruce Willis feature film HOSTAGE. And he was the on-set acting coach for Jessica Simpson featured in episodes of TV's THAT SEVENTIES SHOW. As an actor Mr. Kyer has appeared in several commercials, most notably as the "Scarecrow" for the WHITE LILY CORNMEAL commercials which ran for years throughout the South. Kristopher Kyer has had co-starring roles on TV's SEINFELD; BOY MEETS WORLD; USA HIGH; LINC'S and QUANTUM LEAP. He was the starring role of the syndicated series BARNYARD PLACE. His experience as an actor and entertainer spans over three decades having appeared in his one-man cabaret show on several cruise lines; a singer at WALT DISNEY WORLD and DISNEYLAND; CEDAR POINT in Ohio; Off-Broadway in the original cast of SHOWING OFF; regional theatres throughout the US. His recent commercial for car tax with can be seen at: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!A versatile entertainer in his own right with a wealth of past and present credits which includes:Quantum LeapSeinfeldUSA HighLinksH.E.A.L.T.H.Trancers IIAnd many more credits in regional theatre.  He is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG); Actors Equity Association, and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. In addition, he was the youngest ringmaster and only the 27th in the 115 year history of the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus.Host: Anne Johnstonbrown (Anne (ajbprods.com))Guest: Kris Kyer (https://www.kriskyer.com)

Open-Door Playhouse presents the audio play of Penny Slots. It is written and directed by Kim Hlavac. Part One episode of the audio play Penny Slots can be found on our website in plays Theater 30.The leading cast features Marla Cotovsky as Marie, Carole Goldman as Kay, and Goreti da Silva as Helen.  André Sogliuzzo in Act Two, Scene One as Harold the Homeless Man, in Act Two, Scene Two as The GMA Production Assistant, and in Act Two, Scene Three as Alessandro the Head Waiter. Gareth Williams stars in Act Two Scene One as the Token Booth & Train Conductor, and also in Act Two Scene Three, where he plays himself, Gareth Williams. Synopsis for Penny Slots: We continue the journey with the three lifetimes of retired NYC seniors, now Floridians, a.k.a. The Penny Slots Ladies. Their previous two infamously newsworthy heroic deeds from Act One land them a full expense paid trip to be guests on Good Morning America to their old stomping grounds in New York City. As they await their highlighted interview on national television, NYC has a different agenda. The next destination is the Italian Riviera, but why? Continue to follow their hilarious journey and banter, and watch more calamities unfold. Go to Open-Door Playhouse Theater 30, to watch the first escapades with Penny Slots Ladies and see why they received their infamous title.Kim Hlavac (Playwright/Director/Actor) from New York graduated from the infamous High School of Performing Arts, where the movie and television series, FAME, was created. Kim received her BFA in theatre arts and film from SUNY/Purchase under the tutelage of George Morrison and continued with acting mentors including Uta Hagen and Wynn Handman. Kim has performed in various plays in New York, TV & commercials. She has performed in various plays in New York, on television, and in commercials. She is a proud member of the Actors Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA since 1982. This is her third time directing an Open-Door Playhouse Podcast, and her second time performing here as an actor. Kim is extremely grateful to Bernadette Armstrong and Company.Open-Door Playhouse is a podcast that supports new and emerging writers by producing plays in the style of living Radio Plays popular in the 1940s & 1950s. Open-Door Playhouse is a 501c3 non-profit organization that is supported by listeners like you through tax-deductible donations.Recent Reviews on Open-Door Playhouse's plays:Podcast News' Daily Brief: https://bit.ly/3Gc1C1VSupport the show (https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/open-door-playhouse)

Our chat today is with a multi-passionate creative entrepreneur https://www.linkedin.com/in/allyson-hernandez/ (Allyson Hernandez). Allyson is the author of Ballad of Dreams, an actor, a singer, a composer, a Broadway star, and CEO of AH Coaching Group. Ballad of Dreams is a love letter to New York City and Broadway theater. The book, which had originally started out as a Broadway musical before Covid, was inspired by two strong women in her life:  her great grandmother who passed away at 96 years and was a mother to 13 children, and her great aunt Laura who lived a spectacular life, being married to a rich talent scout.  The book is set in the 1940s and it tells the story of how their different life choices changed their life trajectories.    A few things we can pick up from Allyson's book and as a creative individual  include Implement feedback when given Open your mind to what it could be. Let go of what you wanted something to be and focus on what the future could be like. The sky was the limit when it comes to creativity. Art doesn't have to be just one thing. Human beings are not just one thing. Your art can therefore be a book, a musical, a soundtrack, a stage play a Netflix mini-series. You have enough content for it to be all of those things. Take advantage of the InBetween.  As a creative who lacks time, take advantage of the dead time you may have in between doing other things in your daily life. As long as that creative idea comes to mind in between doing other things, stop and take action for your creativity. it's taking that one step and being committed to and starting small. In summary, Allyson says as a creative you must be open to where your creativity takes you.  You can reach out to Allyson on Allyson's Website: https://www.allysonhernandez.net/ (Allyson Hernandez) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allyson-hernandez/ (Allyson Hernandez) Book: https://www.allysonhernandez.net/book. (Ballad of Dreams) Allyson Hernandez Allyson Hernandez defines the word multi-passionate as a writer, performer, composer, executive coach, and mom. She wrote Ballad of Dreams to explore who her grandmother was and what she wanted before she became a mother, and, in the process, found the same answers for herself. As President and Founder of AH Coaching Group, LLC she empowers clients to embrace their extra and boldly follow their dreams. She has a BFA in Musical Theater from Syracuse University, is a member of Actors Equity Association, and holds her ACC credentials through the International Coaching Federation. Soul Stories, Allyson's debut EP, can be found on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube. She has performed at the acclaimed Apollo Theater and toured with the Gospel musical If This Hat Could Talk, directed by Tony award-winning director George Faison. On the weekends you can find Allyson singing at church and proudly cheering on the sidelines at her two sons' soccer games. https://www.allysonhernandez.net/ (Allyson's Website) https://instagram.com/allysonhernandez_extra (@allysonhernandez_extra on Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/allyson.g.hernandez/ (Allyson's Facebook page) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTpm1Trs568shXAW6TSNuoA (Allyson on YouTube) Copyright 2022 Mark Stinson

Diana Elizabeth Jordan is an award-winning actor, solo artist, theatre- and filmmaker, artist educator, and disability influencer. She has been cast in over 60 film, TV, and theatre productions, including CBS's SWAT. Diana is also the founder of two production companies: Dreaming Big On A Swing Entertainment and The Rainbow Butterfly Café. Diana is a member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity Association and one of the disabled advocates for Women of Color Unite. In this episode, Anya talks with Diana about her work as a disability advocate and how she's built a career in Hollywood.

Kellie Overbey, is—to quote her Twitter and Instagram bios—a “democrat, activist, feminist, actor, reader, writer, knitter,” and, perhaps most importantly, a “mouthy agitator.” Kellie has worked for over 30 years as a professional actress in theater, television, and film. She has performed in over 70 plays, has written several plays, and penned the screenplay for the 2012 film That's What She Said. Kellie is an Eastern Principal Councilor at Actors Equity Association, the co-founder and executive director of A Is For, which works to eradicate stigma against abortion care, and a founding member of Fair Wage On Stage, which advocates for fair wages for artists working in the theater. Join Kellie as she takes us backstage in her fight for reproductive rights and an activist life spent on the frontlines. Learn more about about the worthy causes discussed in this episodes and how you can donate and/or help: A Is For Fair Wage On Stage Be An Arts Hero Guttmacher Institute Connect with Kellie: Facebook: @willafly Twitter: @willafly Instagram: @willafly Connect with The Broadway Gives Back Podcast: Facebook: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Instagram: @broadwaygivesbackpodcast Twitter: @broadwaygives Hosted & Executive Produced by Jan Svendsen and co-produced & edited by Jim Lochner. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast Network. Special thanks to Dori Berinstein, Alan Seales, and Kimberlee Garris from BPN; Julian Hills from The Bulldog Agency; and Eric Becker from Broderick Street Music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A fantastic episode with TWO incredible artists - Crystal Frazier and James Washington ManningCrystal Frazier, a native of New Jersey, holds an Associate Degree in dance from The University of the Arts and a Master of Fine Arts in choreography from Jacksonville University. Currently, she is a director for Dancers Inc. competition and convention in N.J.Frazier is a former senior member with the world-renowned Rennie Harris Puremovement (RHPM). She has performed and taught nationally and internationally with RHPM, including in the Middle East and Central Asia. She is also the former co-founder of “Montazh,” an all-female Hip Hop dance company based in Philadelphia, Pa., and former co-founder of Hope College's H2 dance company.Frazier's industry performance credits include: MTV and BET, VH1's Vogue Fashion awards, BET awards, Italy tour with Kathy Sledge, Nike All-Star showcase, among others. She was the featured dancer and choreographer for Grammy Award-winning artist Jill Scott's “Big Beautiful Tour." On film, she made an appearance in the movie Beloved, TV show Monk as well as in commercials. Recently, she was a part of a tour for the Dance International Workshop program teaching fundamentals of Hip Hop street dance in Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka and Tokyo. James (Washington) Manning, a native of Rochester, NY graduated from the Conservatory at Point Park University, earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in dance. His choreography credits include Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Slippery Rock University, Cleveland School of the Arts, Houston Met Too Youth Company, Netflix and Lifetime Television. James was the male recipient of the “Brazzy Award” given for outstanding achievement in the field of dance.James is a proud member of Actors Equity Association, former faculty member on Revel Dance Convention, Millennium Dance Complex PGH, Westinghouse Arts Academy and is thrilled to be the Dance Department Chair at Pittsburgh CAPA - the 6-12 Performing Arts Magnet School within Pittsburgh Public Schools. We are so excited to share with you an episode full of insight, humor and insight into the dance world.  We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording this show

Geno Carr is a professional actor, singer, director and educator who starred in the Tony Award-winning musical Come From Away on Broadway. He starred Off-Broadway in the musical satire Bush Wars and has been seen in the national tours of Grease, Phantom and The Buddy Holly Story. He has appeared in leading roles in numerous plays and musicals regionally at The Old Globe, Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, Lyric Opera San Diego, Maine Shakespeare Festival, Heritage Theatre Festival and many others. In addition to having served for two years as Assistant Professor of Theatre and Resident Artist at Stephens College in Columbia, MO, he has also taught at MiraCosta College in Oceanside, CA and currently serves on the Theatre Arts faculty at Grossmont College in San Diego, CA.  He is a summa cum laude graduate of Hartwick College with a dual BA in Music and Theatre Arts, holds an MFA in Theatre from Sarah Lawrence College and is a proud member of Actors Equity Association and the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society.

"The overall point in sharing information is that you're giving people something that they can be able to relate to, and you're doing it in a way that they can understand." Nathan Perez Regardless of your profession or where you are in your career progression, the importance of networking can not be overlooked. When done right, networking can bring tremendous benefits both professionally and personally. For some people, networking may feel uncomfortable, but our guest today, Nathan Perez, insists that networking is not as complex as it has been portrayed and involves exchanging information. Besides being a genuine and hardworking introvert, Nathan Perez is also an award-winning author, a national speaker, and an executive and job search career coach at career innovation. He comes from unusually unique and diverse professional backgrounds himself and has a rare viewpoint on networking and how that relates to job search and career development. Nathan is a formerly trained actor with a bachelor's degree in fine arts and theatre. His 20-year career in the arts was supported by simultaneously developing a business career, which involved an inordinate amount of resumes, networking meetings, and interviews in multiple businesses and industries. Utilizing that background, Nathan ties together his deep live audience experience with almost 15 years in the executive search industry, delivering dozens of webinars, seminars, and guest speaking engagements each year on the topics of networking, job search, and career development. Before his work as an executive career coach, Nathan held the title of Vice President of Research in the retained search industry, where he was responsible for the first step of the executive recruitment process, devising strategies of "where and how to find" qualified candidates for all national and global search engagements. Consequently, networking was and continues to be a day-to-day function of his job. As a result, and because of his combined professional expertise, Nathan regularly works with professionals from different backgrounds and experience levels. This includes everyone from Hollywood movie stars and producers to sound engineers, fashion designers, new college grads, non-profit and civic leaders, veterans, and senior global executives. He has been cited by The Huffington Post as one of the most connected people on LinkedIn worldwide. He is a member of the Actors Equity Association union (AEA); a voting union member of The Screen-Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA); the Author's Guild; and served as Vice Chair at The Loft Literary Center, the nation's largest literary and writing organization. He is an Honorary Commander with the 934th Airlift Wing, U.S. Air Force Reserve, home of the Global Vikings. In today's episode, our guest will talk about why networking is the most important skill you need for career development. He will also provide us with insightful tips on how to get the best out of networking meetings. Listen in! Social Media https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanperez/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/cipress   https://www.facebook.com/Career-Innovations-Press-100479695381379/ I'm a professional speaker, an executive career coach, and I've been doing that for about eight years. [3:44] Before that, I was in the executive retained search industry, where I found the executive candidates for the executive recruiters to go and recruit, so networking was a major function of my overall job. [3:49] Before that, I spent 20 years in the entertainment industry as a professional actor and writer, formally trained in BFA Theatre Arts. [4:22] In 2012, the last firm that I had joined, I met my co-author for the book, "20 Minute Networking Meeting," which eventually turned into three more editions. [4:41] A combination of her experience in the retained executive search industry and my experience in the retained executive search industry combined with the entertainment industry, networking was a topic that she had brought up as a bucket list idea for a book, and we jumped all over it. [4:53] All this has led to all the professional speaking in the workshops I do, where I give around 70 webinars and workshops per year. [5:12] Most of my speaking is geared around networking, not just job search, but networking for anything, including sales, business development, marketing, whatever it may be. [5:21] Currently, I work with universities, the military particularly the veterans, senior executives, and corporations, both for the corporations themselves and internally on building relationships. [5:33] Sometimes we call it networking, but at the heart of networking is relationship building, and I work with them one-on-one and in groups. [5:48] Networking is essential to just about everything, and I don't think we necessarily think about what we're doing to be [6:37] The word networking has gained sort of this negative connotation because of the behaviors that have been associated with it over time. [6:48] Networking is just the obtainment and exchange of information, and so we are doing it every day in every discussion that we ever have. [7:10] When doing an elevator pitch, you can have something general for someone you don't know anything about. [11:45] If you're intentional about your networking, you've hopefully researched someone and talk about your background in a way that's relevant to that person you're speaking to. [11:55] The overall point in sharing information is that you're giving people something that they can relate to, and you're doing it in a way that they can understand. [13:36] Commercial break. [15:08] Networking is just about the obtainment of information. [16:47] When it comes to running a meeting, there are five steps to it based on the 20-minute networking meeting. [17:06] The first step is just a great first impression of you in the meeting. This could be over the phone or virtual, but basically, it's just a Hello. [17:23] The next step is a 30-60 second snapshot of your background or your professional experience. [17:45] Step number three is the great discussion and is the bulk of your meeting. This is about 12 to 15 minutes long, and it's comprised of five key questions. [18:11] The first three questions are very specifically formulated for your contact from the research that you've done on your contact beforehand. [18:33] Question number four is about expanding your network where you ask for more names because people want to help and because they said yes to your meeting, more often than not, people will give up those names. [19:24] Question number five is the kind that takes your contact by surprise but in the best possible way. That question is, "how can I help you?" [20:15] Step number four is wrapping up the meeting. [21:32] Step number five is following up afterward, which can be immediate or ongoing follow-up. Ongoing follow-up is about keeping your network alive with time. [21:38] Every little piece of information that we exchange eventually kind of adds up into a big pile, and that big pile can be reserved for a continued discussion with that person, or that bigger pile could be informing other little piles that inform other discussions with other [24:31] There is never bad information, just what you do with it. [24:49] Understand that this networking thing is just the obtainment and exchange of information, and we're doing it all the time. [25:55] If you can look at it this way, then every discussion you're having is networking, and if you do something with the information, you will carve out a path for you wherever you want to go. 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On this episode I am joined by Singer/Songwriter and performing artist Lea Anderson. Born in Washington DC, raised in South Carolina now residing in New York, Lea's goal is to conquer the music industry note after note. Categorized as R&B SOUL, it is without a doubt that Lea Anderson has what the music industry has been waiting for. Through her own rhythm and blues, Lea aims to create an intimate connection between herself and anyone who has come in contact with her fluid soprano sound. Versatile, she can be acoustic, with a piano, supplemented with tracks, or with her four piece band. No matter the set up, Lea  is always equipped with a flute, which was handed down by her Mother. Lea is a member of Actors Equity Association, and some of her favorite past performances include HAIR, Little Shop of Horrors, Ragtime and Smokey Joe's Cafe. Now a staple of New York's live music scene, Lea has played venues from The Apollo, Rockwood Music Hall, Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre, The Duplex, Duane Park, as well as the Make Music NYC just to name a few. In March 2019, Lea independently released her first album entitled (Pronounced Lee Deluxe). Her LP was recorded and mastered by Grammy nominated and recipient of 16 Billboard Awards, D-Moet. Lea is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC. We discuss how growing up in the 90's taught us we can do anything, taking this time during a pandemic to heal through the arts, and how artists should take their heads out of the sand and live full lives outside of their craft.Get in touch:Lea AndersonWebsite: https://www.iamleaanderson.com/Instagram: @iamleaanderson Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeaAndersonMusicAyana Major Bey Website: www. ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambeyRate and Review this podcast:Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-artist-pivot-1455741Apple Podcasts: Just scroll down to the rate and review section on the podcast page *******Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran Niemand 

On this episode I am joined by Singer/Songwriter and performing artist Lea Anderson. Born in Washington DC, raised in South Carolina now residing in New York, Lea's goal is to conquer the music industry note after note. Categorized as R&B SOUL, it is without a doubt that Lea Anderson has what the music industry has been waiting for. Through her own rhythm and blues, Lea aims to create an intimate connection between herself and anyone who has come in contact with her fluid soprano sound. Versatile, she can be acoustic, with a piano, supplemented with tracks, or with her four piece band. No matter the set up, Lea  is always equipped with a flute, which was handed down by her Mother. Lea is a member of Actors Equity Association, and some of her favorite past performances include HAIR, Little Shop of Horrors, Ragtime and Smokey Joe's Cafe. Now a staple of New York's live music scene, Lea has played venues from The Apollo, Rockwood Music Hall, Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre, The Duplex, Duane Park, as well as the Make Music NYC just to name a few. In March 2019, Lea independently released her first album entitled (Pronounced Lee Deluxe). Her LP was recorded and mastered by Grammy nominated and recipient of 16 Billboard Awards, D-Moet. Lea is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INC. We discuss how growing up in the 90's taught us we can do anything, taking this time during a pandemic to heal through the arts, and how artists should take their heads out of the sand and live full lives outside of their craft.Get in touch:Lea AndersonWebsite: https://www.iamleaanderson.com/Instagram: @iamleaanderson Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeaAndersonMusicAyana Major Bey Website: www. ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambeyRate and Review this podcast:Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-artist-pivot-1455741Apple Podcasts: Just scroll down to the rate and review section on the podcast page *******Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran Niemand Support the show

THE PAJAMA GAME is a silly, melodic and "scandalous" musical that has one of the biggest cultural footprints in all of musical theatre! Skeptical? Join us to explore the stars, songs, and union rallies of this now rarely produced classic with actor Jonathan Chisolm as well as the Western Vice President of Actors Equity Association, Doug Carfrae. Pull on those pajamas and enjoy!Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jschisolm22 and Twitter @jschisolm22 and learn more about Actors Equity Association at https://www.actorsequity.org/Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. For only $1 a month, you can subscribe to PATREON! to support the regular show and receive bonus episodes. And while you're at it, drop by our TeePublic Store.

Welcome to a special edition of Wines and Dolls where Chelsea and Emily unpack the new Actors Equity Association decision! Good? Bad? Ugly? We asked and several of you answered. Special guest, Lauren Pastorek popped in to tell us her position on it and Chelsea will be reading responses from our theater friends. Let's hear the argument...with wine... lots of wine! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/winesanddolls/message

Actors' Equity Association has now opened up membership to any actor or stage manager working in the US who has been paid to perform or stage manage. Let's take a look at what this means.Read the full article.Get your free copy of SD Media Digest vol. 2: Apr-June 2021 at Ko-Fi.Shop Books-A-Million. Shop boohooMAN. Follow.★ Support this podcast ★

Our guests tonight were Joanna Rotté and John Zak. We talked about the unique challenges of directing and playing in Tennessee Williams, including Joanna's experience with his works studying with Stella Adler, how Brando's interpretation of Stanley in A Streetcar Named Desire impacted the play's female characters, the quintessential Williams actor, and the differences between his two plays Summer and Smoke and The Eccentricities of a Nightingale. ~~~~~~~Joanna Rotté is a theatre director of non-mainstream work and a member of Actors Equity Association. She holds the position of Professor Emeritus at Villanova University, where she served on the faculty for 30 years, including 7 years as Chair of the Department of Theatre and 5 years as Director of East Asia Studies. Her books include Scene Change (A Theatre Diary: Prague, Moscow, Leningrad) and Acting with Adler. Her essays on theatre, art, and culture – written for The Soul of the American Actor Newspaper and Broad Street Review – can be found at http://joannarotte.com.A longtime meditation practitioner, she's narrated five books written by Pema Chodron. Joanna periodically posts a blog called DharmaTheatre. You are cordially invited to visit http://joannarotte.com/blog/ and you may subscribe: http://joannarotte.com/contact/John Zak is an actor and voice over artist currently based in Philadelphia, PA. John made his debut with IRC in The Bald Soprano and is glad to be back for more. John was previously seen in Come Back Little Sheba and The Eccentricities of a Nightingale. Other theatre credits of note: Mr. Kraler The Diary of Anne Frank (People's Light & Theatre); Michael The Pillowman (Luna Theatre)*; My Wonderful Day (Wilma Theater)*; Amadeus (Walnut Street Theatre); Jihad Jones & the Kalashnikov Babes (InterAct Theatre), The Life of Galileo (Wilma Theater), Red, White & Tuna (Walnut Street Theatre), The European Lesson, Jo Stromgren Kompani (Philadelphia Live Arts/Norway tour), and Caliban The Tempest, (Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre)--Barrymore Award; and numerous other Shakespeare plays. *- denotes Barrymore nomination. ~~~~~~~To explore past episodes of Into the Absurd, visit our Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pg/IdiopathicRidiculopathyConsortium/videos/ORThe IRC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist...And while you're there, be sure to SUBSCRIBE, so you don't miss any future episodes.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) talks with Will Dennis about applied improvisation and how organizations can stand to benefit from it. See the video here: https://youtu.be/R_Hd9lOJ1Tg. What is applied improvisation and how can organizations stand to benefit from it? What are UnScripted Productions' 5 core principles of improv? I'm an introvert- when I hear "improv" I want to dig a hole and hide forever, what do you have to say to me? So you teach theology and run an improv studio... that's a strange combination. Will Dennis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamjdennis/) is the owner and operator of UnScripted Productions, an improv studio in Bucks County, PA offering classes, group events, corporate workshops and live performances. As an entrepreneur, he also has a breadth of experience in a number of different fields including fundraising, education, management, and professional theater (Will is a proud member of Actors Equity Association). UnScripted Productions has been working with companies and organizations across a spectrum of industries: from dentistry to accounting to marketing to pharmaceuticals to research analysis to teaching, and everything in between, to introduce applied improvisation as a method to transform leaders, teams and culture in the workplace. In addition to his work with UnScripted, Will also teaches World Religions and Discernment at a local private high school. Will lives in Newtown, PA with his wife, Danielle, daughter Hope and chihuahua, Mumford. Check out Dr. Westover's new book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/leadershipalchemy. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine, here: https://www.innovativehumancapital.com/hci-magazine. Ranked in the Top 10 Performance Management Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/performance_management_podcasts/ ; Ranked in the Top 10 Workplace Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/workplace_podcasts/ ; Ranked in the Top 15 HR Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/hr_podcasts/ ; Ranked in the Top 15 Talent Management Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/talent_management_podcasts/ ; Ranked in the Top 15 Personal Development and Self-Improvement Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/personal_development_podcasts/ ; Ranked in the Top 30 Leadership Podcasts: https://blog.feedspot.com/leadership_podcasts/

This week on BEFORE THE BREAK, the boys sit down with musical theatre actor, and social activist, David LaMarr. We discuss growing up in Compton, finding sobriety, the joy of moving away from home to NYC, holding people accountable for social change, and all the piping hot tea that's going on with Actors Equity Association. All that and much more! Follow Before The Break - on Instagram at @beforethebreakpodhttps://beforethebreak.buzzsprout.com/Follow David -on Instagram at @davidlamarrFollow Tommy -on Instagram at @tommybeyondhttps://www.tommybeardmore.com/Follow Adam -on Instagram at @thatadamdecarlohttp://adamdecarlo.com/Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and give us a rating!

Join co-host Emme Lentino in her exclusive chat with actress and tap dancer Kira Josephson, right here in our Heart of Indie studio! Kira is originally from the USA, where she attended the Orange County High School of the Arts and went on to receive her B.F.A. in Theatre Arts from Stephens College. Since graduating, she worked and toured regionally around the United States before moving to New Zealand in 2015. Kira's biggest passion is tap dancing, and she has taught at various studios around the world and choreographed for shows such as Jesus Christ Superstar, Follies, and The Boyfriend. Her previous performing credits include Legally Blonde, Chicago (The Court Theatre); Catch Me If You Can (Blackboard Theatre Collective); Les Misérables, Wicked (Showbiz CHC); White Christmas, 9 to 5 (Prather Entertainment Group); Legally Blonde (The Rev Theatre Co); Singin’ in the Rain, High School Musical (Little Theatre on the Square); and Weird Romance (USA West Coast premiere, European premiere in France and Scotland). Kira is a proud member of the Actors’ Equity Association and the Screen Actors Guild and is represented by Kathryn Rawlings & Associates. She currently plays "Jane" in Power Rangers Dino Fury on Nickelodeon.

Gregory DeCandia has engaged the industry as an educator, performer, director, podcaster, and cultivator of new works in five different states and abroad. He is the Founder and current Executive Director of Ignition Arts. For the last four years he was the Head of the BA Theatre and Performance devising program at Oklahoma City University. Most recently Gregory was on stage as James Reston Jr in Frost/Nixon at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma. Last May marked his digital directorial debut with elevated, a devised film adaptation of the poetry graphic novel elevated thoughts: 100 shadormas from 9,000 ft. from Literati Press. His new play Animals received a reading at the National Winter Playwrights Retreat 2019 and a 2020 workshop with Ignition Arts. Gregory also tours his solo docudrama Silhouettes Of Service and has created four podcasts:Thank You 10, Fair Play, Devising, and The Brennan Book Blog Podcast. He is a proud graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill (MFA) and Emerson College (BFA) and a member of Actors’ Equity Association and the National Alliance of Acting Teachers.Kate Brennan is an artist, creator and educator. Her teaching roster has included University of Virginia, Temple University, St. Joseph's University, Rosemont College, Montgomery County Community College, and Merion Mercy among others. Kate has also taught with Theatre Direct International's Broadway Classroom program, McCarter Theatre, HB Studio and out of her private studio. Kate performed and taught for nearly a decade in Philadelphia before relocating to NYC a few years ago where Brennan Check-In was conceived. In Philadelphia she worked with companies including New Paradise Laboratories, Walnut Street Theatre, Luna Theatre Co., EgoPo Classic Theatre Co., Mauckingbird, Simpatico Theatre Project and Passage Theatre Co. A member of AEA, some of Kate's credits include: Angels in America, Parts I & II (Harper, BCKSEET Productions), Fatebook (Zo Ex, New Paradise Laboratories), [title of show] (Susan, Mauckingbird Theatre Co., Philly Premiere), Bachelorette (Katie, Luna Theatre Co.), Tooth & Claw (Ana u/s, Arden Theatre Co., World Premiere), Roundelay (Sonya/Pilar, Passage Theatre Co.), Live Stream (Marcy, Bristol Riverside Theatre), Dead Man's Cell Phone (Jean, Simpatico Theatre Project), Hedda Gabler (Hedda, UVA MFA), & The Assassination of Jesse James (Charles Ford, EgoPo Classic Theatre).Kate is the creator of Brennan Check-In. Drawing from a unique combination of Vinyasa yoga, Linklater Voicework, Thai Massage and Artistic Exercises, Check-In develops a creative habit that not only caters to the artist's performance skills, but serves the artist outside of the rehearsal hall. Check-In reinforces the resilience, stamina, resourcefulness, connection, initiative, positivity and health required to maintain a life in the arts. Gregory DeCandia gregorygdecandia@gmail.comIgnition Arts Founder/ Executive Director Artist: gregorydecandia.com Company: ignitionarts.org Project: silhouettesofservice.com Podcasts: ignitionarts.org/podcastsKate BrennanThe Person: www.katebrennan.orgThe Method: www.brennancheckin.comThe Company: www.ignitionarts.orgThe Podcast: brennan book blog podcastThe Blog: www.brennanbookblog.tumblr.com

The Broadway industry has been plagued with its own problems when it comes to people in power abusing that power. As I pledged to not make this podcast a “toxic positivity” we are talking about Broadway and film/tv producer Scott Rudin and his well known history of abuse to his employees. After the recent article from The Hollywood Reporter, it looks like people are finally paying attention. Karen Olivo has departed her show, Actors’ Equity Association finally releases a statement. We’ll have to see what happens next. Also, real life twins reuniting after over 30 years of being separated. Neither even knew they had a twin. Lastly, Matt and I chat talk about all the positive things going on in our worlds like recovering from side effects from the second Pfizer vaccine! Add Keep Sweet https://twitter.com/keepsweetpod https://www.instagram.com/keepsweetpod Add me: https://www.instagram.com/joshwadam https://www.twitter.com/joshwadam https://www.tiktok.com/@joshwadam Send any voice submissions to KeepSweetPodcast@gmail.com (10-15 seconds max) can be about anything - will try to respond! Joshua’s Favorite Things: Spreading some smiles, with the things that make me smile: https://amzn.to/2YUSxXU For Podcast Inquiries, please contact KeepSweetPodcast@gmail.com *Some of the links and other products that appear on this video are from companies which Joshua will earn an affiliate commission or referral bonus. Joshua is part of an affiliate network and receives compensation for sending traffic to partner sites. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As an actor, Bobby has shared the stage with Lauren Bacall, Linda Eder, BeBe Neuwirth, Marge Champion, Cady Huffman, Nell Carter, Eileen Fulton, Kathy Lee Gifford, Kirstie Alley, and many more. Theatrical credits include the national tours of "A Wonderful Life" and "Cabaret". Regional credits include "42nd Street", "Singing in the Rain" "Kiss of the Spider Woman" and "A Chorus Line". A very proud member of Actors Equity Association and American Federation of TV and Radio Artists. TV Credits include 6 reality shows including- MARRIAGE REF, WIFE SWAP, FASHION EMERGENCY, MATCHED IN MANHATTAN, WHAT NOT TO WEAR, LALAS COURT LIFE, and he's also appeared on INSIDE EDITION, NY1, WNBC NEWS, WPIX NEWS, as well as Japanese and Brazillian TV as an aerial professional/artist.⁠ ⁠ As a professional actor he often utilizes his aerial and circus skills when performing in musicals and shows that use aerial acrobatics. For the past 14 years he's worked as an aerial sequence choreographer. Staging 22 productions of the musical BARNUM, as well as training and sequencing for shows like AIDA, TARZAN (TOTS National Tour), CARNIVAL, THOMAS THE TANK ENGINE-CIRCUS ON SODOR, MADAGASCAR LIVE! and ANNIE GET YOUR GUN. He has former students performing all over the world. Including Ringling Brothers, Cirque Du Soleil, Disney, Sea World, Hershey Park, Busch Gardens, The Pickle Family Circus, Big Apple Circus, Cruise ships and Broadway. Bobby usually coaches privately, training circus professionals in aerial arts such as Spanish web, static and swing trapeze, cloud swing, aerial fabric ("Silks or Tissu" ), hammock, dance trapeze, Cord de Lisse, tight rope, and juggling. "I enjoy all aspects of height, flight and aerial dynamics. My philosophy is simple "Why Walk when you can fly?"⁠ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/p3-theatre-company/support

Karen Hartman is a writer, voice over performer, singer, actress, comedienne, composer, lyricist librettist and designer. (Catch your breath)She started out as an opera singer, winning the prestigious Metropolitan Opera Auditions on the West Coast. Unable to keep a straight face with opera, she wrote a stand up act and decided to get into the comedy world. While at world famous Comedy Store in Los Angeles, she developed a one-and-a-half woman show, Diva Takes a Dive, which she toured around the country.Karen has written and performed musical theatre, comedy material, music and lyrics for several musicals, HBO Comedy Specials, Showtime, and nationally syndicated television. She has appeared and starred in many movies and television series. She has also written and composed for the Emmy Award-winning children's television show Zoobilee Zoo, in which she starred as a half human cockatoo with Ben Vereen. Karen a proud member of The Dramatists Guild, National Board of Review, Actors’ Equity Association, Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. She is also the honored winner of Caroline’s Comedy Competition as “The Funniest Woman in America” and L.A. First Class as “The Best of the Best”! Karen lives loves and laughs with her husband in New York City, and is currently developing a new rock 'n opera fusion musical inspired by her true story, Rock Me Mama.

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. First, Ana Maria Martinez, the artistic advisor for the Houston Grand Opera, announces that the theater will release Suite Española: Explorando Iberia on all platforms. Then, Joel Sandel, Actor's Equity Association, brings together nearly 80 local actors to make a Houston thank you video for supporting the performing arts. And Bonnie Tyler is... Read More

What an incredible opportunity to speak to Brooke Ishibashi this week and learn about the historic arts advocacy of Be An Arts Hero. The intersectional grassroots campaign champions proportionate relief to the Arts & Culture sector of the American economy. Brooke, the Co-founder and Director of Talent Outreach and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for BAAH, shared the mission, inspiration, and successes for this essential organization born out of the pandemic. A fourth-generation Japanese American, Brooke hails from a showbiz family. As a professional actor/singer, she originated/developed the role of “Neary” in Cambodian Rock Band and is passionate about exploring anti-racism, social justice, and trans-generational trauma. Brooke has clowned with Taylor Mac at The Public, been plucked by DJ Nash and Pam Fryman to star in an NBC comedy, crashed American Idol as sketch character “AKIKO!” and performed at La Jolla Playhouse, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Geffen Playhouse, Joe’s Pub & many more. Brooke is a core member of Fair Wage Onstage and National Councilor for Actors’ Equity Association. Brooke has a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. To become an advocate for the arts, visit BeanArtsHero.com to take action. You can follow and participate in the latest campaigns on Facebook (Be an Arts Hero), Twitter (@BeAnArtsHero), and Instagram (@BeAnArtsHero). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month’s topic took host Christine Shepard on a full quest. She felt like Harriet the Spy gathering info this time around. Half this episode was honestly for her. She learned a lot about stuff she should have years ago, but luckily her learning experience can be somebody else’s. Today we are talking about union membership, specifically AEA or Actors' Equity Association.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I am responding to the NEW protocols released by Actors Equity Association for the return of live theater. As reported by Phillip Boroff (formerly of Bloomberg News and now of his own Broadway Journal), those protocols include things like: Mass transport cannot be used. A private car and driver must be provided for every AEA member reporting to/from rehearsal (Uber and Lyft services do not qualify). Members must be put up in hotels if they don’t live alone. 3 required tests before rehearsals begin, each of which must be paid for by the Producer and cannot be covered by the Actor’ Health Plans, even if they have coverage. And a lot more. You can read all of the posted guidelines, right on the AEA website. (They’re incredibly well organized and separated by the type of production a Producer might consider in the near future (indoor, outdoor, etc.) If you want to read more of my thoughts on these new protocols, go to my blog. About the podcast: After 6 years of podcasting with one style, we're shaking it up here - no guests! Just me! I'm giving you micro-episodes with my perspective on Broadway and the comeback on Broadway. About me: Ken Davenport is a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer and writer whose credits include Once On This Island (Tony Award), Gettin’ the Band Back Together, The Play that Goes Wrong, Groundhog Day (Tony nomination), Deaf West Theatre’s Spring Awakening (Tony nomination), It’s Only a Play, Macbeth starring Alan Cumming, Godspell, Kinky Boots (Broadway - Tony Award, National Tour, Toronto, Australia, and West End), and more, including multiple Off-Broadway productions! Ken’s shows have been produced internationally in over 25 countries around the world.  He is the founder of TheaterMakersStudio.com, a one-of-a-kind "masterclass" community that provides training and inspiration from Broadway's best to writers, directors, producers and more.   Ken also serves as the Executive Producer for North America for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Really Useful Group. Outside of theatre, he has produced award-winning content for both film and TV. Ken’s unique production and marketing style has garnered him international attention in numerous publications, including Vanity Fair and The New York Times. Upcoming projects include Broadway Vacation, Joy the Musical, My Life In Pink, a revival of The Great White Hope, Harmony: A New Musical written by Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman, a musical based on the life and songs of Neil Diamond, and a musical based on the life of Harry Belafonte. Keep up with me @KenDavenportBway on Instagram. Check out my blog for daily content: www.theproducersperspective.com This episode was produced by Mary Dina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this year it was announced that in addition to his busy schedule running a successful business, as well as renovating a historic home, that North Carolina native Robert Hartwell would also be taking on a key role with North Carolina Theatre. Hear what he has to say about coming home, reframing history, and finding his calling. About the Guest Robert Hartwell is the Founder and Artistic Director of The Broadway Collective where he is training the next generation of Broadway. As the only African American CEO in the professional musical theatre education space in NYC, his passion lies in making Broadway stages more diverse and inclusive starting at the educational level. Robert holds a high school diploma from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts: School of Drama and a BFA in Musical Theatre from The University of Michigan where he graduated with summa cum laude honors and the Willis Patterson Diversity Award. He has performed in five Broadway shows and two national tours: Dreamgirls, Memphis, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Cinderella, Motown, and Hello, Dolly! starring Bette Midler. He has performed on the Tony Awards three times and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade twice. Regionally he has performed at The Muny, Sacramento Music Circus, Hangar Theatre, Music Theatre Wichita, and the Fulton Opera House. As a Director/Choreographer his work has been seen at Lincoln Center, Music Theatre Wichita, North Carolina Theatre, Naples Performing Arts Center, and The University of Michigan. He is the creator of Broadway Quick Change, Hello Broadway - Broadway’s Online Academy, Gathered NYC, Prescreen Prep, and Hello Broadway Live. He is a member of Actors Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA, and the Tony Award-winning Broadway Inspirational Voices. He recently served as the Assistant Director on the National Tour of the Tony Award-winning revival of Once On This Island. He is featured in Pharrell and Jay-Z's latest hit single - Entrepreneur.   Links https://nctheatre.com/ (North Carolina Theatre) https://bwaycollective.com/ (Broadway Collective) https://blackmanwhitehouse.co/ (Black Man White House) Connect with RDU on Stage Facebook – @rduonstage Twitter – @rduonstage Instagram – @rduonstage Web http://www.rduonstage.com/ (www.rduonstage.com) RDU on Stage is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of RDU on Stage must be made payable to “Fractured Atlas” only and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/rdu-on-stage/general_support (Make an Online Donation to RDU on Stage now.) Support this podcast

Our guest at the table tonight was Dr. Rosemary Malague, director of the Theatre Arts Program at the University of Pennsylvania, and the author of An Actress Prepares: Women and “the Method” (https://www.routledge.com/.../Malague/p/book/9780415681575), the first book to conduct a feminist examination of American, Stanislavsky-based, actor training traditions. We talked about women in theater, Stanislavsky, American acting training programs, auditioning, and #metoo​ in the theater. ~~~~~~~In addition to her scholarship, Rose is also an actor and director, and regularly stages student productions at Penn. She holds a doctorate in theatre from the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, and a master’s degree from Villanova University, where she was an acting scholar. She received actor training at Circle-in-the Square Theatre School, HB Studio, and is a member of Actors’ Equity Association. Courses regularly taught by Dr. Malague include: Provocative Performance; The Play: Structure, Style, Meaning; Theatre in Philadelphia; and all levels of acting. ~~~~~~~To explore past episodes of Into the Absurd, visit the IRC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist​...And while you’re there, be sure to SUBSCRIBE, so you don't miss any future episodes.

This week on the #CKTPODCAST, we welcome professional actress and founder of ActorAesthetic, Maggie Bera. The ActorAesthetic is a lifestyle blog, podcast, and learning community for those seeking a career on Broadway. She's an expert contributor for Backstage magazine, a private coach, and most importantly she has a passion for helping others. We chat candidly about the power of being a multi-hyphenate, the future of her company, and the resources she's made available for her clients. Enjoy:)

In this time of uncertainty, fear, and anxiety, it's important to remember those that might be left out of the conversation. It's easy for me to jump on a quick video call, connect on social media, share my thoughts on this podcast. But for many, including those in hospice or senior centers, social distancing is having a major impact. That's why I wanted to re-air my episode with Jackie Vanderbeck, the founder of Sing For Your Seniors. This episode rings more true than it ever has. I hope it inspires you to connect with a loved one in your life, and remember, we are all in this together. If you need any support, I'm doing Facebook Live events almost every day. Or reach out on Instagram. I'm here for you. And may this episode serve as a lighthouse during this time.Jackie Vanderbeck is an actor, writer, and the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of Sing For Your Seniors (SFYS), a New York-based non-profit organization. SFYS's mission is to enrich lives through the universal language of music by bringing professional artists to the communities of seniors in need to entertain, foster connection and create shared joy. Proudly focusing its service to low-income senior communities, LGBTQ+ elders, veterans and those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, SFYS is a five-time recipient of the Quality of Life grant from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.Before graduating in the founding class of the Natomas Charter School – Performing and Fine Arts Academy in Sacramento, Jackie spent her summers interning in Outreach and Education for California Music Theatre, where she cultivated her passion for ensuring theatre be accessible to all. Jackie went on to study performing arts at the University of Cincinnati – College-Conservatory of Music, receiving her BFA in Musical Theatre and the Ross Award for Excellence.Some of Jackie's theatre credits include the Denver Center Theatre Company, Pacific Conservatory Theatre, Sacramento Theatre Company, Broadway Sacramento - Music Circus, Shawnee Playhouse and two concert tours with the Tokyo Philharmonic in Japan. As a writer, Jackie's first play with music, “THAW,” with co-creator, George Walker, received two workshops at the Pacific Conservatory Theatre.Jackie is a member of the Actors Equity Association and the Dramatists Guild of America.HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR CONVERSATION6:57 - Learning more about Sing For Your Seniors (SFYS)10:17 - The different communities SFYS reaches14:01 - Jackie's favorite memories18:49 - The incredible support of the community20:30 - Finding new interpretations in old classics21:49 - Staying connected to your artist's passion27:18 - Committing to one another28:20 - Balancing charitable work and a career30:45 - Connecting to the caregivers in your life35:33 - Using your experiences and tools to connect to others36:57 - The life-changing power of giving back40:19 - How to get started with SFYS41:34 - Giving back to SFYS no matter where you live or your singing ability42:52 - The gift of Broadway45:23 - Take action with these stepsCONNECT WITH JACKIEDiscover more about Jackie - http://www.jackievanderbeck.com/Learn more about SFYS - http://singforyourseniors.org/ CONNECT WITH FREDDIECheck out my website - https://freddiesetgo.com/   Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/freddiesetgo/ Read my Favs - https://freddiesetgo.com/freddies-favorites/  Sing For Your Seniors - https://http://singforyourseniors.org  Amp Coil - https://www.ampcoil.comABOUT FREDDIE I'm Freddie Kimmel, a Functional Health Coach, Reiki Healer, Certified Personal Trainer, Gut Health Specialist, and a proud cancer survivor. I help men and women eliminate brain fog, bloat and belly fat through gut health.I've been featured in The Wall Street Journal, the Full Plate Podcast, An Excellent Example of Being Human, State of the Arts on LA talk radio and Dance Magazine. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts from SUNY Brockport, attended SUNY Fredonia, and graduated from the Institute of Functional Health Coaching.I can be found in NYC living each day to its fullest and focused on creating more value than what I capture. Please stand back from the awesomeness that's about to unfold.  CREDITSInterview: Jackie VanderbeckPodcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect with Andrew at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.

The professional union known as Actors Equity. Find out about some of the interesting facts, benefits and drawbacks to joining the main theatrical union in the Untied States. Jeffrey shares some useful information so you can decide if this is something tha is right for you now! Please remember to leave a comment, review or thumbs up! www.castingactorscast.com

Featured guest, Kayley Stevens Lake, shares her experience being represented by Clear Talent Group and how she rose above multiple injuries through family support and a positive mindset. She is an Actors Equity Association member, Choreographer and Fitness Instructor. Discover more about the highs and lows that come with being a part of the live entertainment industry and how to embrace the many redirections we face in life. Kayley Stevens Lake - KayleyJayneStevens.com TravelFit by Kayley - www.travelfitbykayley.com Facebook: facebook.com/kayley.stevens.9 Instagram: @KayleyStevensLake @TravelFitbyKayley Twitter: @kayleystevens Show some love and be sure to rate, review and subscribe to the A Dancer's Guide Podcast on your favorite podcast app! Visit adancersguide.com for more information on topics discussed in this episode Follow A Dancer's Guide on social media Instagram: @adancersguideofficial Interested in Sponsoring this Podcast? Email adancersguide00@gmail.com & let's chat! What Dance related topics do you want to hear about the most? Tell us by completing the A Dancer's Guide SURVEY! Special thanks to all of our listeners!

Jackie Vanderbeck is an actor, writer and the Founder and Producing Artistic Director of Sing For Your Seniors (SFYS), a New York-based non-profit organization. SFYS's mission is to enrich lives through the universal language of music by bringing professional artists to the communities of seniors in need to entertain, foster connection and create shared joy. Proudly focusing its service to low-income senior communities, LGBTQ+ elders, veterans and those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, SFYS is a five-time recipient of the Quality of Life grant from Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Before graduating in the founding class of the Natomas Charter School – Performing and Fine Arts Academy in Sacramento, Jackie spent her summers interning in Outreach and Education for California Music Theatre, where she cultivated her passion for ensuring theatre be accessible to all. Jackie went on to study performing arts at the University of Cincinnati – College Conservatory of Music, receiving her BFA in Musical Theatre and the Ross Award for Excellence. Some of Jackie's theatre credits include the Denver Center Theatre Company, Pacific Conservatory Theatre, Sacramento Theatre Company, Broadway Sacramento - Music Circus, Shawnee Playhouse and two concert tours with the Tokyo Philharmonic in Japan. As a writer, Jackie's first play with music, “THAW,” with co-creator, George Walker, received two workshops at the Pacific Conservatory Theatre. Jackie is a member of Actors Equity Association and the Dramatists Guild of America. Highlights of our conversation: 1:40 - Learning more about Sing For Your Seniors (SFYS) 5:22 - The different communities SFYS reaches 8:44 - Jackie's favorite memories 13:32 - The incredible support of the community 15:13 - Finding new interpretations in old classics 16:32 - Staying connected to your artist's passion 22:01 - Committing to one another 23:03 - Balancing charitable work and a career 25:28 - Connecting to the caregivers in your life 30:16 - Using your experiences and tools to connect to others 31:40 - The life-changing power of giving back 35:02 - How to get started with SFYS 36:17 - Giving back to SFYS no matter where you live or your singing ability 37:35 - The gift of Broadway 40:06 - Take action with these steps Connect with Jackie: Discover more about Jackie - http://www.jackievanderbeck.com/ Learn more about SFYS - http://singforyourseniors.org/ Connect with me: Check out my website - https://freddiesetgo.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/freddiesetgo/ Read my Favs - https://freddiesetgo.com/freddies-favorites/ Sing For Your Seniors - https://http://singforyourseniors.org Amp Coil - https://www.ampcoil.com About me: I'm Freddie Kimmel, a Functional Health Coach, Reiki Healer, Certified Personal Trainer, Gut Health Specialist, and proud cancer survivor. I help men and women eliminate brain fog, bloat and belly fat through gut health. I've been featured in The Wall Street Journal, the Full Plate Podcast, An Excellent Example of Being Human, State of the Arts on LA talk radio and Dance Magazine. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts from SUNY Brockport, attended SUNY Fredonia, and graduated from the Institute of Functional Health Coaching. I can be found in NYC living each day to its fullest and focused on creating more value then what I capture. Please stand back from the awesomeness that's about to unfold. Credits: Interview: Jackie Vanderbeck Podcast edited and mixed by Andrew Geary - spelledgeary [at] gmail [dot] com

You've heard the saying, “life is what happens while you're busy making plans”, right? While it may sound cliche, we often forget it's truth — I know I do. Expressive Arts Facilitator Diana believes this statement can also apply to adversity. She is a living example of triumphing over life's adversity with resiliency. As a child, Diana was diagnosed with cerebral palsy (which mildly affects her speech and gait). But, she grew up with a tenacious determination to not to let adversity stand in the way of achieving her dreams. And that determination paid off — Diana was the first actress with a disability to obtain a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from California State University Long Beach. She also holds certificates in Occupational Therapy, Social Emotional Arts and is studying drama therapy!Diana is committed to educating audiences in inclusive diversity, inspiration, empathy, personal growth and professional development through her Expressive Arts Company, The Rainbow Butterfly Café. Diana uses a unique blend of compassion, humor, and honesty to talk about cultivating resiliency, and triumphing over adversity! Whether portraying a character or sharing a personal story, Diana touches the hearts of audiences with her humor, creativity, vulnerability, and honesty. Join us as we discover why she is not comfortable with the statement, “overcame her disability”, what inspired her to create her business, and who her SHEros are.Diana Elizabeth Jordan is a living example of triumphing over adversity and resiliency. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy (which mildly affects her speech and gait) around age 2, she grew up with a tenacious determination to not to let adversity stand in the way of achieving her dreams. Diana was the first actress with a disability to obtain a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from California State University Long Beach. She also holds certificates in Occupational Therapy, Social Emotional Arts and is studying drama therapy. An award winning actress, she has been cast in over 40 plays, film, and television and is a member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity Association. She is also an accomplished director and producer. As a professional storyteller speaker, Diana is committed to edutaining audiences in inclusive diversity, inspiration, empathy, personal growth and professional development through her Expressive Arts Company The Rainbow Butterfly Café. Whether portraying a character or sharing a personal story, Diana touches the hearts of audiences with her humor, creativity, vulnerability, and honesty.

You've heard the saying, “life is what happens while you're busy making plans”, right? While it may sound cliche, we often forget it's truth — I know I do. Expressive Arts Facilitator Diana believes this statement can also apply to adversity. She is a living example of triumphing over life's adversity with resiliency. As a child, Diana was diagnosed with cerebral palsy (which mildly affects her speech and gait). But, she grew up with a tenacious determination to not to let adversity stand in the way of achieving her dreams. And that determination paid off — Diana was the first actress with a disability to obtain a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from California State University Long Beach. She also holds certificates in Occupational Therapy, Social Emotional Arts and is studying drama therapy!Diana is committed to educating audiences in inclusive diversity, inspiration, empathy, personal growth and professional development through her Expressive Arts Company, The Rainbow Butterfly Café. Diana uses a unique blend of compassion, humor, and honesty to talk about cultivating resiliency, and triumphing over adversity! Whether portraying a character or sharing a personal story, Diana touches the hearts of audiences with her humor, creativity, vulnerability, and honesty. Join us as we discover why she is not comfortable with the statement, “overcame her disability”, what inspired her to create her business, and who her SHEros are.Diana Elizabeth Jordan is a living example of triumphing over adversity and resiliency. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy (which mildly affects her speech and gait) around age 2, she grew up with a tenacious determination to not to let adversity stand in the way of achieving her dreams. Diana was the first actress with a disability to obtain a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from California State University Long Beach. She also holds certificates in Occupational Therapy, Social Emotional Arts and is studying drama therapy. An award winning actress, she has been cast in over 40 plays, film, and television and is a member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors Equity Association. She is also an accomplished director and producer. As a professional storyteller speaker, Diana is committed to edutaining audiences in inclusive diversity, inspiration, empathy, personal growth and professional development through her Expressive Arts Company The Rainbow Butterfly Café. Whether portraying a character or sharing a personal story, Diana touches the hearts of audiences with her humor, creativity, vulnerability, and honesty.

Montaja Simmons is a proud native of Pittsburgh, PA; she obtained a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Musical Theater from Youngstown State University. In the second semester of her senior year in college, she became an office union member receiving her Actors Equity Association Card. Now back in her home town of Pittsburgh, Pa she continues to pursue her acting career, while trying her hand at film work, commercials, voice over work and even Disney Princess Impersonating.  You can catch Montaja in her most recent Commercial work with Giant Eagle's grocery store. Montaja Believes everything creative, artistic and inspiring is worth perusing and in the near future her very own business to help sharpen the excellence of performers of all types will be in full swing.

Molly Tynes (Pippin on Bway and LOADS of regional work) joins us for a talk all about the pros and cons of joining the Actors Equity Association.