Podcasts about black theatre

In today's episode, Leticia and Jordan discuss the Canadian premiere of A Strange Loop—a co-production between The Musical Stage Company, Soulpepper Theatre, Crow's Theatre, and TO Live. They re-appraise the musical's impact in today's sociopolitical climate.

Jordan and Leticia interview actress, performance artist, and cultural worker Danielle Deadwyler and discuss the importance of care in the representation of Black life.

Jordan and Leticia interview Canadian playwright, director, and educator Djanet Sears, hearing about her unique approach to dramaturgy and an in-depth look at Black theatre in Canada.

Jean-Remy Monnay founder and Artistic Director of the Black Theatre Troupe of Upstate NY is in conversation with Andrea Cunliffe of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine. They reflect upon the progress of BTTUNY over the years, its building and success of this theatre company. Congratulations and recognition with the recent award from the City of Albany's Commission of Human Rights to Jean-Remy for “Fostering a climate of mutual respect tolerance and understanding among all groups living and working in the city” They recap the success of this recent season and look forward to the opening of the seasons final production of “Eclipse” directed by Jean-Remy Monnay. “Equilipse” May 29th through June 8th at Capital Rep in Albany. For more information go to Blacktheatretroupeupstateny,org.

Jordan and Leticia examine the short life of the Federal Theatre Project and its impact on the growth and expansion of Black theatre.

Jordan and Leticia interview arts journalist and playwright Kelundra Smith about the cultural landscape of theatre criticism and what it means to tell authentic Black stories.

In this episode, Leticia and Jordan interview Whitney White about her journey in theatre, her artistic craft, and the potentials and possibilities of Black theatre.

This podcast centers and privileges the narratives of Black theatremakers, scholars, and audiences while also underscoring the need for understanding the influence of Black theatre on the American theatre landscape.

In this episode, K introduces Warren to their new favorite director, screenwriter, and playwright, Melvin Van Peebles by way of the musical "Don't Play us Cheap". We briefly talk about Melvin Van Peebles' amazing life, we discuss metaphorical cannibalism (it makes sense in context), and Warren learns about The Screwtape Letters. Remember folks, "If you see a devil, SMASH HIM!" Promo: One Mic Black History Help out local theatres and check out BeAnArtsHero, Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund, The Actor's Fund, and the Artist's Relief Tree to find out how you can help local theatres! Buy some merch at our TeePublic!  Join the Podcast Nexus (formerly Cast Junkie discord) and help support indie podcasts at https://discord.gg/ajPg3JSg6e. Follow us on Bluesky, Instagram, Tumblr, and Facebadger @ToneDeafMusical for some dank theatre memes, check out the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/tonedeafmusical and visit our website, tonedeafmusical.com

“I’m a child of the revolution” Theatre as protest, storytelling as weapon. Fifty two years since the inception of Black Theatre - the subversive art form that spoke back to the colony and incited the beginning of community controlled services; resonates to this day. We’re so honoured to be speaking with Angeline Penrith, the creative director and curator of Redfern Renaissance. Angeline is a Wiradjuri & Yuin actor and story teller, a proud Redfern local and from a trailblazing family of activists and storytellers. Show up, everyday for First Nations resistance Black Caucus - mutual aid and local actions Action for Public Housing - resisting gentrification of Redfern, fighting for housing rights Black Peoples Union - revolutionary organisation that pursuing full self-determination and Sovereignty Survival Guide on Radio Skid Row - archive of conversations hosted by Joel Spring and Lorna Munro on the history of Black resistance and the destruction from gentrification, in Redfern. Pay the rent Black Caucus - mutual aid funds Deadly Connections Decolonise Sex Work - mutual aid funds Grandmothers Against Removal NSW Stop Black Deaths in Custody content note for names and images of deceased peoples This episode was collaboratively produced, hosted and edited by Alicia Zhao and Shareeka Helaluddin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and Founding Artistic Director of The Ebony Repertory Theatre, Wren T. Brown, talks about the enduring legacy of August Wilson's “The Piano Lesson,” the future of Black Theatre, and his forthcoming book. 

Acclaimed actor Wendell Pierce stops by "The Goodness Factor with Shelley Wade" podcast to discuss the dedicated work that Black Theatre United is doing to educate, empower, and inspire justice and equality for Black actors and actresses within the theatrical community.

Jacob Sampson from 2b Theatre is joined by a group of African Nova Scotian artists and theatre makers as they head to the International Black Theatre Festival in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Jacob stopped by to tell us all about it before the group heads to the states. 

In this episode, K and Warren watch and discuss Shuffle Along - a Black musical classic from 1921 by Eubie Blake, Noble Sissle, Flournoy Miller (whose name K can't pronounce), and Aubrey Lyles. K discovers their new favorite author, Caseen Gaines, we discuss the double standards in what is considered a "classic", and Warren discovers that love uh ... finds a way. Promo: One Mic Black History Help out local theatres and check out BeAnArtsHero, Arts Leaders of Color Emergency Fund, The Actor's Fund, and the Artist's Relief Tree to find out how you can help local theatres! Buy some merch at our TeePublic!  Join the Podcast Nexus (formerly Cast Junkie discord) and help support indie podcasts at https://discord.gg/ajPg3JSg6e. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Bluesky, and Facebadger @ToneDeafMusical for some dank theatre memes, check out the patreon at https://www.patreon.com/tonedeafmusical and visit our website, tonedeafmusical.com

Hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey interview Oscar winner and MacArthur genius Tarell Alvin McCraney about his work as a playwright, how Black people tell stories, and what it means to be an artistic leader.

Bonus Episode Alert! Survival Jobs Co-Host Jason A. Coombs islive on the red carpet at The Black Theatre Coalition Inaugural Gala from Monday, February 12, 2024! Featuring interviews with special guest performer Bebe Winans and special guest attendees including La Chanze, Soshana Bean, Reggie Van Lee, Malena Belafonte, David Belafonte, Jonathan McCrory, Kevin Boseman, Laura Benanti, Alexa Smith, Sade Lythcott, Irene Gandy, Warren Adams, T. Oliver Reed, Cody Renard Richard, Anthony Wayne, Dominique Morisseau, Jonathan Burke and Sideeq Heard among others! The Black Theatre Coalition was founded by T. Oliver Reid, Warren Adams and Reggie Van Lee during the Summer of 2019. They identified the disparity between the growing inclusivity onstage, versus the almost non-existence of Black professionals off stage. Black Theatre Coalition officially filed as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) in June of 2020. Black Theatre Coalition's mission is to remove the “illusion of inclusion” in the American Theatre by building a sustainable ethical roadmap that will increase employment opportunities for Black theatre professionals. For more information about the Black Theatre Coalition, visit their website: https://blacktheatrecoalition.org/. You can support the podcast and the hosts at www.buymeacoffee.com/SurvivalJobsPod and on Instagram at @surivaljobspod | @SammyTutz | @JasonACoombs.  Info on Your Hosts:  Broadway World Article on our Season 2 Launch Party Follow Samantha: Instagram.   |  Samantha's Official Website here Follow Jason on Instagram  | Twitter. Check out Jason's Official Website here Check out and support The Bridgeport Film Fest Important Links: Support the citizens of Gaza Native Land Map US Interior Indian Affairs NPR: "How To Help Puerto Rico" Article How to Help the People of Florida Article Abortion Funds Website Plan C Pills Website National Write Your Congressman Link How to help Uvalde families NPR Article Where to Donate to Support Access to Abortions Right Now Support Us... Please!  If you're feeling generous, Buy Us A Coffee HERE! Please don't become complacent: Support the Black Mamas Matter Alliance Support Families Detained and Separated at the Border.  Support the AAPI Civic Engagement Fund. Support Black Trans Folx here Donate to the Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) Support the People of Palestine How to be an Ally to the AAPI Community 168 Ways to Donate in Support of Black Lives and Communities of Color The New York Times: On Mexico's Border With U.S., Desperation as Migrant Traffic Piles Up PBS: How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate Covid quarantine didn't stop antisemitic attacks from rising to near-historic highs Opening and Closing Theme Music: "One Love" by Beats by Danny | Game Music: "Wake Up" by MBB.  If you enjoy Survival Jobs: A Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on your preferred podcast listening app! Also, feel free to follow us on Instagram and Twitter! Thank you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Masi Asare is an assistant professor of theater and performance studies at Northwestern University. She is a songwriter and dramatist and also works as a performance scholar specializing in the study of race and vocal sound and musicals. On this episode, hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley interview Masi on her experiences as a Black woman working in musical theatre and why Black women's vocal training is so important.

Stars Laura Benanti, Shoshanna Bean, BeBe Winans and more joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast to give you an audio pep talk and discuss the importance of building change this Black History Month. Join us live from Black Theatre Coalition's inaugural gala honoring the National Black Theatre at the Rainbow Room in New York City. Hear from: BTC co-founder Warren Adams, Chadwick Boseman's brother Kevin Boseman, Tony-winner Laura Benanti, Hell's Kitchen star Shoshanna Bean, Grammy-winner BeBe Winans, performer Anthony Wayne, Public Theatre's Alexa Smith, Broadway Stage Manager Cody Renard Richard and Jaja's African Hair Braiding director Whitney White. Learn more about the Black Theatre Coalition: blacktheatrecoalition.org Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LaJuné shares about the inception of Black Movement Library: a database of motion capture data from Black folks they created, while seeking to avoid the paradigms of erasure, extraction, and exploitation of Black bodies. In their work, they encourage freedom and personal expression over correct data capture. They believe none of us are just numbers, and to treat our movements in our bodies as just data sets is very harmful.

Some stories transcend time and continue to resonate across generations. Undoubtedly, one might consider The Color Purple as one of those stories. Hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley discuss this new movie musical adaptation of The Color Purple and delve into questions around the genre of the movie musical and the challenge and necessity of representing Black women stories on screen.

Jonathan McCrory is a Tony Award and Emmy Award nominated producer and a two-time Obie Award-winning artist who has served as executive artistic director at the National Black Theatre since 2012. In this episode, hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley talk with McCrory about his work with the National Black Theatre and his ongoing commitment to nourishing and cultivating Black creativity and Black life.

In this episode, hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley talk about a filmed production of the opera X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X.

Hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey discuss Woodie King, Jr.'s 1978 documentary, Black Theater: The Making of a Movement. They explore the documentary's different themes, its impact on Black theatre history, and what it means for our present and future.

Hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley discuss the contributions made by Alice Childress and the historical and contemporary significance of her play, Trouble in Mind, including the filmed 2021 production at the National Theatre in London.

Hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey dig into the dramaturgies and theories of Suzan-Lori Parks and discuss Canadian Stage's production of Parks's Topdog/Underdog.

Hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey interview scholar Professor Julius Fleming, Jr. about his book "Black Patience: Performance, Civil Rights, and the Unfinished Project of Emancipation (NYU Press, 2022)". They discuss the importance of theatre to the Civil Rights Movement and the relationship between Black theatre and performance and Black studies.

This episode focuses on the iconic Negro Ensemble Company (NEC). Hosts Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey delve into the NEC's founding and history, its track record of producing successful Black plays, and its legacy within Black theatre and performance.

Hosts Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley interview Kaja Dunn, who is an intimacy professional, director, actor, and scholar. They discuss her journey as a theatre artist, the importance of intimacy coordinator for theatre and television, and Kaja's own artistry and creativity.

This episode will discuss the age old questions of what is Black theatre? What is a Black play? How do you know one when you see it? Leticia Ridley and Jordan Ealey provide an overview of the some of the most popular commentary on this question from Black theatre theorists of the past such as W.E.B Dubois, Alain Locke, and Alice Childress.

This podcast centers and privileges the narratives of Black theatremakers, scholars, and audiences while also underscoring the need for understanding the influence of Black theatre on the American theatre landscape.

What role does white supremacy play in the creation of the queer theatre canon? What power and what responsibility do we—as queer theatremakers, historians, and educators—have to challenge canons and archives that define “queer” almost exclusively as white and cisgender? Artist-scholars Janet Werther, Victoria LaFave, Jordan Ealey, David Silvernail, and Kelli Crump join host Nicolas Shannon Savard to tackle these questions and to queer the archive.

We are welcomed by an extremely special guest who has been mentioned MANY times by J.Mix, but the listeners never got a name... til now. In honor of their 10th anniversary, J.Mix is sitting down with her boyfriend, Theo, to reminisce about their relationship, which just so happens to fall on the interracial spectrum. In this episode, they dive deeper into the racially-charged challenges they've had to overcome. They also address why their long-term relationship has yet to graduate to the legally permanent contract that is expected of partnerships that last longer than 2.5 years. GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE SELF-AWARE MILLENNIAL LIVE SHOWS!MAY 2ND & JUNE 6TH!New Orleans's newest festival is BLACK THEATRE! The WE WILL DREAM: New Works Festival is going on now til Juneteenth!Visit https://www.nodreamdeferrednola.com/wwd-festival-home for more info!Join the Virtual Festival (produced by J.Mix) to experience exclusive festival highlights from the comfort of your own home. You can also visit Howlround for public festival programming.   **For a chance to win free festival passes, leave a review on Apple Podcasts + Spotify! We will choose a winner at the April 4th and May 2nd live shows.This episode is in partnership with NO DREAM DEFERRED.Join J.Mix on @nddnola's IG live for DREAM HOUR every 1st+ 3rd Tuesday of the month (except for live show Tuesdays)Click here to watch the latest Dream Hour episode.Support the showThe Self-Aware Millennial is a laborious act of community care to uplift Black + Brown creatives. We could not keep this show going without donations from our listeners, fans, and sponsors. Support our creators at TSAM by joining Patreon for as low as $1/month.https://www.patreon.com/theselfawaremillennial-For apparel: Check out our lil store! ► https://www.tsampodcast.com/merch.html#/-For friendship: Follow The Self-Aware Millennial on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok!-For questions or inquiries: Email theselfawaremillennial@gmail.com-Producer: Lefty LucySound editor(s): J.Mix + Theo FoglemanMusic by J.Mixhttps://www.tsampodcast.com/

J.Mix addresses a very important question that The Self-Aware Millennial received about her thoughts and feelings behind choosing not to experience "black love" in her interracial relationship. This is a prequel to Part Two of "Interracial Dating 101. ft. Theo"  _________________New Orleans's newest festival is BLACK THEATRE! The WE WILL DREAM: New Works Festival is going on now til Juneteenth!Visit https://www.nodreamdeferrednola.com/wwd-festival-home for more info!Join the Virtual Festival (produced by J.Mix) to experience exclusive festival highlights from the comfort of your own home. You can also visit Howlround for public festival programming.   **For a chance to win free festival passes, leave a review on Apple Podcasts + Spotify! We will choose a winner at the April 4th and May 2nd live shows.This episode is in partnership with NO DREAM DEFERRED.Join J.Mix on @nddnola's IG live for DREAM HOUR every 1st+ 3rd Tuesday of the month (except for live show Tuesdays)Click here to watch the latest Dream Hour episode.Support the showThe Self-Aware Millennial is a laborious act of community care to uplift Black + Brown creatives. We could not keep this show going without donations from our listeners, fans, and sponsors. Support our creators at TSAM by joining Patreon for as low as $1/month.https://www.patreon.com/theselfawaremillennial-For apparel: Check out our lil store! ► https://www.tsampodcast.com/merch.html#/-For friendship: Follow The Self-Aware Millennial on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok!-For questions or inquiries: Email theselfawaremillennial@gmail.com-Producer: Lefty LucySound editor(s): J.Mix + Theo FoglemanMusic by J.Mixhttps://www.tsampodcast.com/

Since 1976, The Ensemble Theatre has been preserving African American artistic expression as one of the largest professional African American theatre's in the Southwest. Producer AK Al-Moumen caught up with actor Timothy Eric and actress Michelle Elaine to talk about The Ensemble Theatre's rich history, the new production "Clyde's", and so much more! Get your tickets to CLYDE'S here Our morning newsletter Hey Houston brings updates on local news to you daily. Sign up here. Make sure you stay connected to us by following us on Twitter and Instagram @CityCastHouston Or leave us a voicemail/text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! We love hearing from you!  Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are welcomed by an extremely special guest who has been mentioned MANY times by J.Mix, but the listeners never got a name... til now. In honor of their 10th anniversary, J.Mix is sitting down with her boyfriend, Theo, to reminisce about their relationship, which just so happens to fall on the interracial spectrum. In this episode, they run over statistics, how they met, their dating histories prior to meeting each other, their cultural differences, fetishization, their first racial fight, how their families feel about their relationship, the diversity of friend circles, and so much more! Resources:Pew  “Trends And Patterns in Intermarriage”Census “Growth in Interracial & Interethnic Married Couple Households”GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE SELF-AWARE MILLENNIAL LIVE SHOWS! APRIL 4TH, MAY 2ND, & JUNE 6TH! New Orleans's newest festival is BLACK THEATRE! The WE WILL DREAM: New Works Festival is going on now til Juneteenth! Visit https://www.nodreamdeferrednola.com/wwd-festival-home for more info! Join the Virtual Festival (produced by J.Mix) to experience exclusive festival highlights from the comfort of your own home. You can also visit Howlround for public festival programming.   **For a chance to win free festival passes, leave a review on Apple Podcasts + Spotify! We will choose a winner at the April 4th and May 2nd live shows.This episode is in partnership with NO DREAM DEFERRED.Join J.Mix on @nddnola's IG live for DREAM HOUR every 1st+ 3rd Tuesday of the month (except for live show Tuesdays) Click here to watch the latest Dream Hour episode.For info on the WE WILL DREAM NEW WORKS FESTIVAL, visit httSupport the showThe Self-Aware Millennial is a laborious act of community care to uplift Black + Brown creatives. We could not keep this show going without donations from our listeners, fans, and sponsors. Support our creators at TSAM by joining Patreon for as low as $1/month.https://www.patreon.com/theselfawaremillennial-For apparel: Check out our lil store! ► https://www.tsampodcast.com/merch.html#/-For friendship: Follow The Self-Aware Millennial on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and TikTok!-For questions or inquiries: Email theselfawaremillennial@gmail.com-Producer: Lefty LucySound editor(s): J.Mix + Theo FoglemanMusic by J.Mixhttps://www.tsampodcast.com/

in which Monica Prince and i discuss choreopoetry, action movie metatext, and our mutual love of chapbooks where to find Monica: website - https://monicaprince.com/ facebook - @MonicaPrinceChoreopoet twitter - @poetic_moni instagram - @poetic_moni Roadmap preorder - https://santa-fe-writers-project.square.site/product/roadmap/76?cs=true&cst=custom other things referenced: Ntozake Shange - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/ntozake-shange choreopoetry - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Choreopoem For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Colored_Girls_Who_Have_Considered_Suicide_/_When_the_Rainbow_Is_Enuf The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/117662/the-bluest-eye-by-toni-morrison/ Sita Sings the Blues by Nina Paley - https://www.sitasingstheblues.com/ Made to Dance in Burning Buildings by Anya Pearson - https://www.anyapearson.com/made-to-dance-in-burning-buildings-1 the four principle of Black Theatre - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Negro_Theatre War (2007 film) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_(2007_film) the current run of Nightwing - https://readcomiconline.li/Comic/Nightwing-2016 (start with issue 78 and install an adblocker) Ishion Hutchinson - https://ishionhutchinson.com/ A Pageant of Great Women by Cicely Mary Hamilton - https://www.amazon.com/Pageant-Great-Women-Cicely-Hamilton/dp/0342028715 Stag's Leap by Sharon Olds - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/219372/stags-leap-by-sharon-olds/9780375712258 the Sealey challenge - https://www.thesealeychallenge.com/ Closure by Maroon 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVHLt62wO3U Christmas Steps by Mogwai - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZuXtXQ7ZQM things i wanted to mention: You Are Good podcast - https://www.instagram.com/youaregoodpod/?hl=en The Midnight Gospel - https://www.netflix.com/title/80987903 Batman: the Golden Streets of Gotham - https://readcomiconline.li/Comic/Batman-The-Golden-Streets-of-Gotham (adblocker still recommended)

This week, Kelundra Smith sits down with Yura Sapi to discuss building her own table as a playwright and shares the process and inspiration behind some of her latest works. Topics for this episode include affirmations, changing hierarchical structures, and moving beyond a sense of urgency.

In our 3rd consecutive episode of the month, we honor Black History Month with a look at the Unsung Stars of The Public Theater community.  This episode had support from members of the Black History Month committee.  This episode contains two feature interviews with two Public Theater Unsung Stars, Costume Designer and Project Runway Alum, Emilio Sosa and Stage Manager, Professor, Facilitator and more, Narda E. Alcorn.  We touched on their careers and projects, how they came to their current professions and their hopes for the future of Black Theatre.   Black History Month Planning Committee: Carla Biagini Kaleda Davis Autumn Knight Alverneq Lindsay Asha Nelson-Williams Brit Sellers Nate Shelton Valerie Simmons Praycious Wilson-Gay   Hosted by Garlia Cornelia Jones, The Public's new and first ever Director of Innovation and New Media, each full episode of Public Square 2.0, will continue to guide you through a behind the scenes look as we connect with artists and staff.  Welcome home to Public Square—we're so happy to have you back!    Visit our Podcast webpage for photos, bios and other episode related content!   Executive Producer: Garlia Cornelia Jones, Director - Innovation and New Media Creative Producer: John Sloan III, Ghostlight Productions Story Editors: Garlia Cornelia Jones, John Sloan III Audio Producer: Justin K. Sloan, Ghostlight Productions Assistant Producer: Emily White - New Media Associate   Graphics by Tam Shell, Art Director - Brand Studio   Music Credits: “Seeking The Stars” By Duce Williamas, Artlist.io “Latte” By Sunny Fruit, Artlist.io “Belong To You” By Denitia, Artlist.io “Pray” By Duce Williamas, Artlist.io “Passionate Choices” By Mansij, Artlist.io “This Is The Life” By Yuval Maayan, Artlist.io “Catch me” By Russo, Artlist.io   Transcript by 3Play

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories. The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorFull credits are available in the show notes and on our website. If you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories.The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorFull credits are available in the show notes and on our website.If you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

The Rachel Project is made possible, in part, by our donors and by the generosity of Inclusion in Action, an organization dedicated to creating space for people to explore what it takes to advance equity together in our workplaces, neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the powers of personal story, the arts, media, movement and humor to engage individuals in head and heart connections that promote deeper understanding of self and others. The Rachel Project is also made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The Rachel Project is brought to you by Rough Magic Performance Company, a professional theater company dedicated to supporting women artists and telling women's stories. The Rachel ProjectDirection and Adaptation by George KellerSound design and engineering by Taj RulerStage Management by Salima SealeThe cast of the Rachel Project includes Darius Dotch, Thomasina Petrus, Mikel Sapp, Essence Stiggers, and Maya WashingtonMusic was performed by Aaron Gabriel and was written by J.L GaynorIf you enjoyed the Rachel Project, please consider making a donation to Rough Magic in support of our mission of bringing women's stories center stage. Tax deductible contributions can be made at www.roughmagicperformance.orgPlease consider writing a review or giving us a 5-star rating to help us spread the word about the Rough Magic Podcast. 

Abundance Zaddy joins Yura Sapi to talk about creating Cause Reign, an oral history project that connects Black people—with a focus on Black trans and queer folks—to their histories through dreamwork, the practice of remembering, recording, and activating the healing potential of dreams. Topics in this episode include prioritizing love and sweetness, transcending time, and asking for consent.

The Pops Orchestra welcomes Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe performers Amber Myers, Maicy Powell, CJ Melton, and Raleigh Mosely II  in presentation of The Spirit of America, featuring spirituals, gospel tunes, and anthems, along with stirring patriotic selections to honor our nation's veterans. Join conductor Robyn Bell as she talks to these four talented singers about their lives, careers with WBTT, and the importance of this music in the history of America and as part of America's gifts to the world.You have two opportunities to see this show:1. Sunday, November 6 at 3:00 p.m. at the Riverview Performing Arts Center and 2. Monday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m at the Neel Performing Arts CenterGet your tickets at ThePopsOrchestra.org or by calling 941-926-POPS (7677)The Pops Orchestra: Music You Love, Musicians You Know.We'll see you at the show!• The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota Website & Facebook & Instagram• Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Website & Facebook & Instagram & YouTubeSupport the show

In this episode, Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley look at the life and legacy of playwright Robbie McCauley, who recently passed away. They discuss her work as a pioneer of solo performance as a Black woman and how she impacted the world of Black feminist theatre.

In this episode, Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley interview artist/scholar Lisa B. Thompson. In their conversation with Lisa, they discuss navigating life as a Black feminist artist/scholar, putting some respect on Black theatre, and why Black theatre is an integral part of Black Studies.

In this episode, Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley interview artist/scholar Lisa B. Thompson. They discuss navigating life as a Black feminist artist/scholar, putting some respect on Black theatre, and why Black theatre is an integral part of Black Studies.

Jordan Ealey and Leticia Ridley interview award-winning and acclaimed playwright Dominique Morisseau about her recent Broadway productions of Ain't Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations and Skeleton Crew; the future of Detroit theatre and performance; and reckoning with American history. Ealey and Ridley discuss Morisseau's practice of reparative creativity and the ability for theatre to serve as a rehearsal for true change.

Each summer, the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe hosts a 5-week summer camp for students ages 10 to 18 called "Stage of Discovery."  Jim Weaver, WBTT's education director and artistic associate, and Astrid Victoria, a Stage of Discovery alumnus who now serves on the staff of the camp, join the club this week to tell us about this wonderful program, the growth and progress of the students, and this year's theme for the Stage of Discovery performance called "We Dream."The Stage of Discovery performers will present their "We Dream" show for the public on Saturday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, July 17 at 2:00 p.m. in Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Donelly Theatre. Tickets are available at WestcoastBlackTheatre.org. Don't miss it! Come along and join the club!• Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Website & Facebook & Instagram & YouTube• SCF Music Program Website & Facebook & Instagram• SCF Theatre Program Website & Facebook Page & InstagramSupport the show

This episode is an interview with Addae Moon, the associate artistic director at Theatrical Outfit in Atlanta, Georgia. We discuss his journey as a theatre artist; his playwright development lab, Hush Harbor Lab; and his own artistry and creativity.

Today's episode is meant to inspire you and remind you that your gifts and talents were given to you for a purpose. And today's guest, Michael McElroy is a prime example of someone who truly uses their gifts and talents for a greater purpose. You've probably heard of Michael as he has been on Broadway for many many years. He is a Tony, Drama Desk and Grammy Award nominee. He has also accepted a Tony Award Honor for Excellence in the Theater on behalf of Broadway Inspirational Voices, which by the way he founded. Broadway Inspirational Voices is this exceptional gospel choir that regardless of what religion, background or belief system you come from, these amazing Broadway performers will call you to remember that your life is sacred and that you are here for a reason. Michael is also one of the founding members of Black Theater United, an incredible nonprofit advocacy organization that as stated in their mission statement “stand together to help protect Black people, Black talent and Black lives of all shapes and orientations in theatre and communities across the country.” I just know Michael will inspire you and I encourage you to listen and be moved to use your gifts to take your own action. Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Brian Breaks Character! If you loved this episode, please subscribe and leave an honest review. Your review helps boost the show and gives us the chance to help more creatives get out of suffering for their art and into action. Be sure to leave your IG handle when you do so I can send a VIP episode to say thank you.   CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michaelmichaeltheartist/ Website https://www.blacktheatreunited.com/   Subscribe To The Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1570747490   Watch The Uncut Behind-the-scenes Video Of This Episode On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/brianpatacca   Grab 23 Real Ways To Get Good Auditions Here:  https://www.supersneakyauditions.com Follow Me On Instagram For A First-look At Our Guests And Upcoming Episodes! https://www.instagram.com/briansaysthat   Episode Transcript https://brianbreakscharacter.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Ep.+69+-+Michael+McElroy.pdf