Podcasts about community players

Thursday's program was dedicated to the upcoming production of “Something Rotten Jr.” which will be performed next weekend at the Concord City Auditorium as The Children's Theatre Project of the Community Players of Concord is celebrating its' 30th Fall production. We were joined in studio by the show's director, Karen Braz, along with two members of the cast from Concord High School, Connor Weeks who will be playing Nick Bottom and Daniel Devine who will portray Nigel Bottom in the upcoming production. For more information it's www.communityplayersofconcord.org

Greene County Community Players Vice President Josh Tuel talks about this Saturday’s upcoming performance, as well as other community theater related topics.

Send us a textDive into the fascinating world of forgotten theatrical treasures with our premiere episode of Steps to the Stage Inland Empire! We're pulling back the curtain on Agatha Christie's "Towards Zero," a mystery play with a remarkable history that vanished from the stage for decades after its American debut in the 1940s.Director Christopher Diehl and cast members Emma Kuhn and Veronique Poutre' take us behind the scenes at Riverside Community Players, now celebrating its astonishing 101st season. Together they unravel the mystery of how this Christie gem disappeared from theatrical history after being commissioned for Broadway during World War II. What makes this production particularly special is its rarity - unlike Christie's well-known works, this play has been performed only a handful of times since its rediscovery."Towards Zero" turns the traditional murder mystery formula on its head. Rather than beginning with a murder and following the investigation, it builds methodically toward the crime itself. As one character poignantly observes within the play, "Murder mysteries are done all wrong - the murder should be at the end, not the beginning." This meta-commentary on the genre predates similar self-aware approaches by decades!The drama unfolds entirely outdoors on a cliffside estate called Gull's Nest, where a famous sportsman has uncomfortably invited both his current wife and his ex-wife for a holiday visit. The tension between these women, portrayed brilliantly by our guest actresses, forms the emotional core of a story filled with atmospheric elements and psychological depth. Staging this outdoor setting in Riverside's intimate theater-in-the-round creates a uniquely immersive experience where audience members sit mere inches from the unfolding mystery.Whether you're a dedicated Christie enthusiast or simply love discovering hidden theatrical gems, join us for this production running August 29th through September 14th. Experience a side of the Queen of Mystery you've never seen before, and discover why community theater continues to be the beating heart of performing arts in the Inland Empire.www.riversidecommunityplayers.com FacebookInstagramFind STTS:Steps To The Stage (@stepstothestage) | InstagramFacebookSteps To The Stage (buzzsprout.com)Steps To The Stage - YouTubePlease follow on your favorite podcast platform and we appreciate 5 Star ratings and positive reviews!

On the June 6 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall and guests has lively conversations about: Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival in McCook (1:36); Beatrice Community Players next production (9:11); this weekend's performances from the Brownville Concert Series (17:40); Lux Center for the Arts exhibition (25:52); Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's "Sax Spectacular (39:30);" and The BLUEBARN Theatre's "The Wild Party (47:23)." Plus, poetry from Kimberly Reyes (33:42) and a look at what's happening at Lauritzen Gardens in Omaha (56:49).

On the June 6 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall and guests has lively conversations about: Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival in McCook (1:36); Beatrice Community Players next production (9:11); this weekend's performances from the Brownville Concert Series (17:40); Lux Center for the Arts exhibition (25:52); Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's "Sax Spectacular (39:30);" and The BLUEBARN Theatre's "The Wild Party (47:23)." Plus, poetry from Kimberly Reyes (33:42) and a look at what's happening at Lauritzen Gardens in Omaha (56:49).

Monday's show featured John Leahy on the weekend sports scene and a preview of this weekend's production of the Thornton Wilder classic “Our Town” at the Concord Auditorium. Joining us in studio were the director of the show Cindy Dickinson and cast members Hannah McCauley who is playing the role of Emily and Jeremy Lent who will portray George. For more info it's communityplayersofconcord.org.

BIGFORK COMMUNITY PLAYERS DAVID VALES TRT: 9:02 ***THIS WEEKEND AND NEXT “AIRPORT GRILL”  

Football, hockey and theatre were the Monday topics on the program. We discussed Sunday's lopsided Super Bowl 59, Hockey East correspondent John Leahy joined us and we previewed the latest from the Community Players of Concord. This weekend they are presenting the New Hampshire debut of “Ken Ludwig's The Gods of Comedy” at the Audi in downtown Concord. More at www.communityplayersofconcord.org

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Theatre and politics were our Tuesday topics. We were joined in studio by choreographer Allyson Thorpe and Samantha Devine who will play the role of Ursula Merkle in this weekend's production of "Bye Bye Birdie" by the Community Players of Concord. From more information www.communityplayersofconcord.org. Neil Levesque, Executive Director of the New Hampshire institute of Politics at St.Anselm College was with us to discuss the recent election and President Elect Trump's naming of Karoline Leavitt, a St. Anselm graduate, as his Press Secretary. At 27, Leavitt will be the youngest person to hold that post in White House history.

Theatre and baseball were the topics of Wednesday's program. We chatted with Karen Braz and Glenn Stuart of the Community Players of Concord. Karen is directing this weekend's production of "Charlotte's Web" with the Children's Theatre Project and Glenn is the director of next week's presentation of Sinclair Lewis' "It Can't Happen Here." For more information: www.communityplayersofconcord.org We talked baseball with Dave Brown, co-author along with Jeff Rodimer of the new book "Shadows of Glory: Memorable and Offbeat World Series Stories."

Essex Community Players, Alise Certa, Josh Palace and Andrew Rash, join Kurt & Anthony to talk about their up coming production of "The Best Man" info: https://www.essexplayers.com/bestman

On Golden Pond kicks off the 100th season of Riverside Community Players. Each and every show of this upcoming season is indeed a heavy hitter. David Fleming speaks with board member Philip Gabriel, Mel Chadwick - also on the board and playing Norman as well, along with Ron Milts - directing the show. We'll hear about the show, a bit about the 100th season and more.

"On Golden Pond," "Wait Until Dark," "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," "Midsummer Night's Dream," "Man of La Mancha..." For those in theatre this reads as a "must do someday" kind of list. For many others this is a list of shows you've heard of, even if you're not into theatre whatsoever. What this list is - in order - The lineup for Riverside Community Players' 100th season! They polled the audiences to find out what THEY'D like to see. These were all pulled from the near 100-year history of the theatre - which started in 1925, originally the Drama Department of the Riverside Women's Club before separating to become Riverside Community Players. So out of 99-plus years... yes, we were bound to have some heavy hitters asked for. And this is what we'll be getting! On this edition of KVC-Arts, David Fleming speaks with board members Phillip Gabriel and Michael Shane Eastman, as well as Mia Mercado, director of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," running now, and wrapping up the 99th season. We'll hear about the upcoming 100th season - going beyond the titles mentioned above, as well as talk about theatre in the round - the type of presentation you get at Riverside Community Players.

On this edition of KVC-Arts, It's Riverside Community Players and the upcoming production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. David Fleming speaks with Philip Gabriel, board member, Michael Shane Eastman, also on the board, and Mia Mercado, DIRECTOR. We'll hear about the play, which wraps up the 99th season, and we'll get a bit of history - as we move toward season 100.

On the next Friday LIVE Extra podcast, looks at: The Norfolk Arts Center summer exhibition; the Grand Island Music Series; and the current production by the Beatrice Community Players.

A combination of live theater and live horse racing highlighted Thursday's program. In our first segment we discussed this weekend's production of "Pride and Prejudice" by the Community Players of Concord. We were joined in studio by the director of the show, Vicky Sandin and Travis Laughlin who plays the role of Mr. Darcy. More info at communityplayersofconcord.org In our second segment one of the country's top thoroughbred racing experts, Lynne Snierson, talked about the status of horse racing in 2024 and Saturday's 150th running of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky.

Holly Biracree, Adam Cunningham, and Nathalie Stapleton, from the Essex Community Players, join Kurt & Anthony to talk about their spring production: "The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds" Info at: https://www.essexplayers.com/gamma-rays-marigolds

A comedy-drama about the bond among a group of Southern women, the Bigfork Community Players brings “Steel Magnolias” to the stage. Taylor Inman sits down with director Michele Mank to learn more about her vision of the beloved show. The play, written by Robert Harling and inspired by the untimely death of his sister, explores relationships among a small group of southern women and how they deal with both the insignificant and the life-changing events they encounter.  The play will be presented at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. on April 19, 20, 26, and 27 and at 2 p.m. on April 21 and 28.Read more about the show!Buy tickets here - https://bigforkcommunityplayers.com/Magnolias2024Main.htmlBigfork Community Players' Facebook pageVisit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and subscribe to us! Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us!

Tune in to The Good Morning Show with John and Robin for a lively chat with Bigfork Community Players Director Michele Mank about the upcoming performance of 'Steel Magnolias'!

The Community Player's production of “The Prom” is the subject of this week's program with Christopher Margadonna, President, and Jennifer Gillis, Board Member and cast member. We talked about the musical and listened to some very interesting songs from the show being presented from April 12th to 21st. For more information, you can call (401) 726-6860 or go to www.thecommunityplayers.org

We talked theatre on Thursday's edition of the show. The Community Players of Concord, celebrating their 96th season, will be presenting Agatha Christie's classic "Witness for the Prosecution" next weekend 2/16-2/18 at the Concord City Auditorium. We were joined by the show's director Matt Mutrie, and by Emilia Halstead who will play the role of Romaine Vole.

 Michelle Shapero & Actress Charlotte Vaillancourt with exciting news about the Bigfork Community Players upcoming production of Neil Simons "Plaza Suite".

Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Finding Nemo Jr. and learn more about "A Fund for the Players" fundraising initiative.

The groupies discuss Children's Theater and the reasons for doing it. Ron and Bill reveal their legal issues with each other. Dave reveals a classic play that he's never liked and Brian gives his review of the Broadway show, "Shucked". All that and a Tangentverse moment featuring Candy Corn! If you know us, you'll know this is not surprising. Join us for interesting discussions and lots of laughs.

Hey Hey we're the Groupies and our De Facto leader (Dave) has titled this episode, "Ads, Sponsors and Donors, OH MY!" The gang discusses how to find them, what the differences between the three are. Brian gives a review of The Lion King, Dave makes a subtle suggestion (Not!) for directing Annie and Ron, Kathleen and Bob are all dragged into multiple Tangentverse discussions.

This week the Green Room Groupies ask the question, "How do you know what kind of shows your audience wants to see"? Dave & brian pick on Bob about his favorite musical. Ron goes out of his lane with a wise, but non sports reference and Kathleen gives her review of "A Jagged Little Pill".

On today's episode, how arts and humanities hope to survive and thrive now that the COVID emergency -- and relief funding -- have ended, a career prep academy in Bloomington wants to add more options and address stereotypes about technical training, plus Community Players puts on a satirical fan-fiction of Harry Potter.

The Green Room Groupies discuss... The Green Room! Or is it a light beige? Dave reflects on his one missed entrance. Kathleen gives a review of Becky's New Car. Bob describes the horror of working with Toto (the dog, not the band). And Dave steals Ron's sports analogy.

Enjoy this Community Conversation with Wallace J. Pineault and Nathan Osburn about the Community Players of Concord's next show "Not A Word", written and directed by Wallace Pineault.

While Ron is still away, the OG group discusses the good, the bad and the ugly in dealing with other creative people. Dave throws out a Hamilton reference, Bob promotes Vernors and Brian surprises everyone by throwing out a sports reference.

The groupies return, sadly minus Ron, to discuss the changes in language during auditions as well as inclusive casting. Dave does a review of a recently seen show, Bob asks the groupies if they enjoy making an audience laugh, cry or sit in complete silence and awe, and Brian wonders how Groupie Carol is going to react to some of the opinions given. It's a must listen to folks!!!

In another thrilling installment, The Green Room Groupies discuss Sensory Friendly Performances along with local happenings with neighboring theater groups. A follow up on "The Play That Goes Wrong" and we find out which Groupies started by seeing theater and which by acting in theater.

So long, farewell... In this bonus episode, we turn the tables on podcast host (and outgoing CP Managing Artistic Director) Jamie Ulmer and interview him about his 25+ years with Community Players, and the next phase of his theatre career.

This time the Green Room Groupies discuss the highs and lows of being a community theater director. Praise is given to Ron for his directorial debut. Ron responds with a great sports analogy! Bob desperately seeks a moment in the Tangentverse and when David is suddenly pulled away for several minutes, Kathleen watches in horror as Brian takes ove! Gasp!

Bedford Community Players:They're Back Baby! Oh man are they back in a big way. Before COVID, Bedford was a major player in the community theatre game, and just wait until you hear their upcoming season.

The groupies are back with the questions: "What's right with an audience?" and "When do you really need a full blown set?" Brian finishes his Broadway Trilogy review. Ron gives a random shoutout to Dr. Bill McCloskey. Kathleen reminisces about a pile of chairs and does Bob actually try and make a run for it? All this and Dave tries to throw Brian off the show!!! You've got to hear it to believe it!

It's Podcast Sunday!  Today on the show I have Darrah Dunn, Managing Artistic Director of Sherman Community Players and actor, Benjamin Fuhr.  We are discussing the deep and thought provoking play, Permanent Collection by Thomas Gibbons.  Permanent Collections opens on Feb 3, 2023. Get your tickets to see the show!! https://www.scptheater.com/

In Episode 40 the Green Room Groupies discuss The Death of Decorum in the Theater. A recent, real life incident on Broadway raises this important question, "What do you do if an audience member loses control." The groupies also promote their next show, "A Bench in the Sun", and a special shout out to... Care Bears!

The Green Room Groupies enter 2023 with the question: "What makes a community theater show a success?" Kathleen McBee returns as the newest groupie to discuss this interesting topic. Brian shares his opinions on "Hadestown" on Broadway. Bob slyly puts in an "Andy Griffith Show" reference, Ron shines in multiple sports references and Kathleen and Dave bring up several excellent points on what makes a show a success. It's a perfect way to start a New Year for the podcast and The Groupies!

In September of 1931, a community acting group organized in the city of Bismarck. Sixty people became members at the first meeting, where the group adopted a constitution and elected officers. It cost 50 cents per year to be a member. Their goal was to “provide drama as a means of recreation both for participants and audience.” Members determined that admission fees would be kept low, only enough to cover costs.

The Green Room Groupies give us their first holiday episode full of Christmas Cheer, holiday tangents (another trip into the Cereal-verse!) and they reveal their favorite Christmas songs from a musical. BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!!!! The guys receive a wonderful Christmas gift as a new groupie joins their ranks! Welcome MCP family member, Kathleen McBee to the Green Room!

The groupies gather to discuss volunteers behind the scenes. How do you get them, and how do you keep them? Many theories are given. Also the ghost of Fruit Loops reappears and after a bit of an absence, Ron gives us a sports analogy! You gotta hear it to believe it. You'll laugh, you'll cry, it'll be better than Cats! (meow)

And now for something completely different.... or maybe not... All four groupies are back but the topic goes off the rails before it even begins. Dave's diatribe creates an unexpected wormhole deep into the Tangentverse and the Green Room Groupies suddenly find themselves discussing politics in theater, social media's impact on society and the good and bad of local theater critics. It also gives them an extra topic for next time since the original topic was never actually discussed to begin with!

The groupies, minus a sick Bob, return with the question, "What shows are monster hits and which should be put down for good." Marvel at Dave's ponderings! Gasp at Ron's suggestions! Grimace at Brian's stuttering speeches! Also, Dave fills us in on his viewing of "Dear Evan Hanson" and all three Groupies relentlessly promote the MCP's latest production: "Blithe Spirit" which was a success but that bloody Editor/Producer was too busy trying to learn lines so he didn't get the show aired in time.

This time around the Groupies begin the show with a new feature, "Ron's Rants" and finishes with a further discussion of Marketing. Also the Groupies delve deep into the Tangentverse several times. We dare you to keep up!

Bigfork Community Players Michele Shapero and Dave Vale joined the KGEZ Good Morning Show with John Hendricks and Robin Mitchell on Friday, October 7th to talk about upcoming show.  

Monroe Community Players: It's been a hot minute since MCP has been of Stage Door. This week Thom fills us all in on what they've been doing the past year, and what's coming up for them soon

The Groupies discuss Branding & Marketing. Dave asks some important questions. Bob answers some important questions. Ron gives a powerful sports analogy. Brian calls shenanigans on Dave who then calls shenanigans on Brian and suddenly chaos reigns! All this and Fruit Loops! Seriously, you got to hear it to believe it!