Podcast appearances and mentions of crystal skillman

In episode 2 of season 2, David and Mark-Eugene break down the recent Tony nominations and share their standout shows of the season. Then, they dive into OPEN by Crystal Skillman, a poignant solo play in which a woman known as The Magician pantomimes a series of illusions—each one an attempt to defy the ultimate trick: saving her lover Jenny. Skillman, an internationally award-winning playwright, comic book author, and podcast writer, is known for GEEK, CUT, KING KIRBY (a New York Times Critics' Pick), and her work with Marvel, Adventure Time, and Wondery Kids. The episode features readings from the Dramatists Play Service edition by Megan Hill, who originated the role at The Tank in 2019, and Lily-Ali Oshatz, who toured with OnStage!. A Q&A with director Jessi D. Hill follows. David and Mark-Eugene close with a tease of next episode's book pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente have a new kickstarter for their comic Eat Fightes a coedy about competitive eaters in the future.Fred also has a new 3 round trivia contest for us.

On the latest episode of Quill and Curtain, a podcast for playwrights by playwrights, we're thrilled to feature the talented Crystal Skillman, a brilliant playwright and writer. Crystal's unique voice and captivating storytelling have left audiences spellbound, and now she shares her insights and creative process with us. Whether you're an aspiring playwright or simply love great stories, this episode is a must-listen! Share it with fellow theater enthusiasts, and let's celebrate the magic of words together. Sponsored by Point Park Univeristy's MFA in Writing for Stage and Screen.

Seriously, Shoot that Sound Sky high! It's "S"! Justin and Erika spend this week talking about two very different but very funny and wonderful writers. Erika dives deep into one of the most interesting and unique playwrights, Justin tells the history of one of the best joke writers in theatre history, and the two vent about their thesis... sorry, it's like all we think about. So enjoy!SOME BUSINESS: Thank you to the two playwrights we featured in this episode! You can find some of their plays in the links below. Erika's play, Kill The Bird, can be found on her New Play Exchange and you can purchase and produce Justin's plays, Community Garden and Cabin Chronicles, through his publisher, Playscripts. You can also check out Justin's new podcast, The Scene: Podcast, which features Erika on the pilot! Finally, you can check out Justin's YouTube channel for more longform theatre content! For any more information, check out Justin's website and Erika's website for more cool stuff!Links to out playwrights:Crystal Skillman's WebsiteCrystal Skillman's ConcordCrystal Skillman's DramatistNeil Simon's ConcordNeil Simon's DramatistIf you like the show, feel free to subscribe and give us a five star review! Also, follow us on instagram @justinborak and @actualerikakuhn and Justin on TikTok for any news and notes on upcoming episodes and more theatre reccomendations!

Live from The Gospel According To Heather press event, I interviewed my friend, Actress & Singer, Lauren Elder.In this interview, Lauren pulled back the curtain to reveal:What made her want to be part of The Gospel According To HeatherWhat she related to most about the show & her character Grace KrebsOne rule she lives byVisit my website, Call Me Adam dot com, for behind-the-curtain story you won't hear in the interview!In The Gospel According To Heather, Heather Krebs just wants a boyfriend. But how can she even navigate her way through high school if she might be the New Messiah? A small town in Ohio grapples with politics, religion and teenage romance in this eclectic pop musical.The Gospel According To Heather plays at Theater 555 in NYC through the newly extended date of July 16, 2023.*At The Gospel According To Heather press event, members of the media were given a sneak peak of this new Off-Broadway Musical. More on Lauren Elder:Lauren Elder is an actress, singer-songwriter, and world champion whistler living in New York City. Most recently, Lauren played Mary in the world premiere production of Mary and Max, A New Musical, by Bobby Cronin and Crystal Skillman, at Theatre Calgary, directed by Stafford Arima. She was nominated for a Betty Mitchell Award for Outstanding Performance By An Actress for her portrayal of Mary.Lauren has been seen on Broadway in Side Show and Hair and in the West End in Hair.Other NYC Theater: Hair (Shakespeare in the Park/NY Public Theater), The Village of Vale (Lincoln Center), Orange Star Smasharoo;Regional: Side Show (Kennedy Center, La Jolla Playhouse), Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival.TV: Law & Order SVU, Louie, Boardwalk Empire, The Tonight Show, The 83rd Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, The 63rd Annual Tony Awards.Lauren is also a children's performer, director, internationally respected performance coach, and on faculty at NY Film Academy and A Class Act NY.She performs regularly in nightclubs around NYC, including 54 Below, Joe's Pub, Birdland, and Club Cumming. Her debut album can be found on iTunes and Spotify!Special Thanks:Richard Hillman PRTheme Song by Bobby CroninPodcast Logo by Liam O'DonnellEdited by Adam RothenbergMore Call Me Adam:Website: www.callmeadam.comFacebook: @CallMeAdamNYCInstagram: @CallMeAdamNYC

Today's story is brought to you by Crystal Skillman, a playwright and fictional podcast writer. Ginny is one special cat, she's getting pretty old but she still knows how to have a proper adventure. Follow along as Ginny saves a baby fox.Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!!If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, award winning writer, Crystal Skillman has some great conversations and share some fun laughs with Vida and Hannah. The trio discuss women in Theater, growing up under the male gaze, and how Theater should be seen as a Holy Place. ARTIST BIO CRYSTAL SKILLMAN Crystal is an award winning writer who creates darkly funny, high-concept work with heart and edge. As a playwright she is a four time NYT Critics' Pick, as well as an award-winner as a bookwriter for the musical MARY AND MAX (with composer Bobby Cronin ), and her comic book credits include work for Marvel and “Adventure Time”. You can listen to the popular audio drama KING KIRBY (with writer Fred Van Lente) released from Broadway Podcast Network this year. A passionate believer in art and activism, Crystal is the author of the play RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, a coming of age story of two teenage climate activists, which has been optioned for a premiere next year and political thriller PULP VÉRITÉ (The Kilroys) presented earlier this year at the Playwrights' Center in the Ruth Easton New Play Series. Upcoming work in television includes the animated series EAT FIGHTER (Based on her WebToon comic), the YA animated series COSMIC CRITTERS, and the musical half hour comedy OVERNIGHT SUCCESS (Co-Conceiver Lauren Elder, Kampfire Films). Crystal's new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN will launch this fall. Crystal's play Rain and Zoe Save the World premiered at the West End's Jermyn Street Theatre Feb 10th through March 12. Directed by Hersh Ellis featuring original music by Bobby Cronin. Her musical Postcard American Town in San Diego State University runs April 29th through May 5th Crystal on IG and twitter @crystalskillman …… Thank you for checking out TNT: artFORUM. Subscribe to hear more of what is next for The New Theatre. This podcast is produced, edited, and directed by Hannah Sikora and Kaelen Williams. Theme music by Julian Evans www.julianevans.info

In the latest episode of America Adapts, Doug Parsons hosts Crystal Skillman, an award winning playwright, who has written a new climate themed play, Rain and Zoe Save the World.  The show is co-hosted by regular guest, “cli-fi” expert, Dr. Amy Brady.  Amy and Doug discuss with Crystal what inspired her to write a climate themed play, why the arts are so important in climate communication and how the theater has driven societal change in the past. It's an exciting and unusual episode for America Adapt! Topics discussed: Theater as a climate communication tool. Plot and inspiration for the play, Rain and Zoe Save the World How Crystal weaved climate changed into a dramatic storyline How the theater has driven societal change in the past. Why we need an all hands approach for climate communication. This episode sponsored by newBin The solution to the plastic waste crisis is right in your pocket https://www.startengine.com/newBin Donate to America Adapts Listen to America Adapts on your favorite app here! Facebook and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/americaadapts/ @usaadapts https://twitter.com/ingredient_x Donate to America Adapts Follow on Apple Podcasts Follow on Android Doug Parsons and Speaking Opportunities: If you are interested in having Doug speak at corporate and conference events, sharing his unique, expert perspective on adaptation in an entertaining and informative way, more information can be found here! Now on Spotify! List of Previous Guests on America Adapts Follow/listen to podcast on Apple Podcasts. Donate to America Adapts, we are now a tax deductible charitable organization! Links in episode: https://www.crystalskillman.com https://www.rainandzoe.com https://amybradywrites.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rainandzoesavetheworld/ https://www.tiktok.com/@rainandzoesavetheworld https://www.facebook.com/rainandzoesavetheworld/ https://twitter.com/rainandzoe Treeson https://www.treesonmusical.com/ Cuullud watch: https://publictheater.org/productions/season/2122/cullud-wattah/ About author here: https://www.newdramatists.org/erika-dickerson-despenza Magellanica - https://www.newyorker.com/tech/annals-of-technology/a-six-hour-theatrical-epic-about-the-hole-in-the-ozone-layer Author: http://emlewisplaywright.com/?page_id=149 Oil by Ella Hickson; https://almeida.co.uk/in-conversation-with-ella-hickson The Children by Lucy Kirkwood: https://royalcourttheatre.com/whats-on/the-children/ Author speaks here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-is0cHFQJlA Orion's 40th anniversary celebration!givergy.us/OrionMagazine Archived Episodes Highlighted in this episode: Resilient New York: Urban Forestry, Shared Stewardship and Climate Adaptationhttps://www.americaadapts.org/episodes/2019/8/5/resilient-new-york-urban-forestry-shared-stewardship-and-climate-adaptation Tribes, Indigenous People and the False Urgency of Climate Adaptation with Dr. Kyle Powys Whytehttps://www.americaadapts.org/episodes/tribes-indigenous-people-and-the-false-urgency-of-climate-adaptation-with-dr-kyle-white America Adapts was published in the Federal Reserve Newsletter!Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Strategies to Address Climate Change Risk in Low- and Moderate-income Communities - Volume 14, Issue 1 https://www.frbsf.org/community-development/publications/community-development-investment-review/2019/october/strategies-to-address-climate-change-low-moderate-income-communities/ Podcasts in the Classroom – Discussion guides now available for the latest episode of America Adapts. These guides can be used by educators at all levels. Check them out here! The 10 Best Sustainability Podcasts for Environmental Business Leaders https://us.anteagroup.com/news-events/blog/10-best-sustainability-podcasts-environmental-business-leaders The best climate change podcasts on The Climate Advisor http://theclimateadvisor.com/the-best-climate-change-podcasts/ 7 podcasts to learn more about climate change and how to fight it https://kinder.world/articles/you/7-podcasts-to-learn-more-about-climate-change-and-how-to-fight-it-19813 Directions on how to listen to America Adapts on Amazon Alexa https://youtu.be/949R8CRpUYU America Adapts also has its own app for your listening pleasure!  Just visit the App store on Apple or Google Play on Android and search “America Adapts.” Join the climate change adaptation movement by supporting America Adapts!  Please consider supporting this podcast by donating through America Adapts fiscal sponsor, the Social Good Fund. All donations are now tax deductible! For more information on this podcast, visit the website at http://www.americaadapts.org and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts.  

Crystal is a member of the Playwrights' Center and alumni of Orchard Project, The Civilians, Soho Rep, EST, and Women's Project. Plays include: NY Times Critic Picks' GEEK (Vampire Cowboys), CUT (Theatre Under St. Marks), OPEN (The Tank/AFO, Offest Nomination 2021 and PULP VÉRITÉ (Kilorys List). Recipient of NY Innovative Theater Award for Outstanding Play, Earth Matters on Stage Prize with RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, and Clifford Odets Ensemble Play Prize for PULP VÉRITÉ (Kilroys List). RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD is currently running at Jermyn Street Theater with Drew and Dane Productions. Previous UK credits include BIRTHDAY at Waterloo East (Kibo Productions). Musicals include MARY AND MAX (Landestheater Linz, Theatre Calgary) with composer Bobby Cronin, winning several BroadwayWorld Austria Awards & Germany's MUT Prize. POSTCARD AMERICAN TOWN (Composer Lynne Shankel) premieres this April (SDSU New Musicals' Initiative). Audio drama includes KING KIRBY (Co-written w/Fred Van Lente, scored by Bobby Cronin) on the Broadway Podcast Network and THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN. Work in comic books include Adventure Time & Marvel.

Crystal Skillman (IG:@crystalskillman)(TW:@crystalskillman)(LI:@crystalskillman)(crystalskillman.com) is a playwright and four time NYT Critics' Pick, as well as an award-winner as a bookwriter for the musical  MARY AND MAX  (with composer  Bobby Cronin ), and her comic book credits include work for Marvel and “Adventure Time”. You can watch the trailer of her NYTimes Critics' Pick OPEN here or listen to the popular audio drama KING KIRBY (with writer Fred Van Lente) released from Broadway Podcast Network this year. A passionate believer in art and activism, Crystal is the author of the play RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, a coming of age story of two teenage climate activists, which has been optioned for a premiere next year and political thriller PULP VÉRITÉ (The Kilroys) presented earlier this year at the Playwrights' Center in the Ruth Easton New Play Series. Upcoming work in television includes the animated series EAT FIGHTER(Based on her WebToon comic), the YA animated series COSMIC CRITTERS, and the musical half hour comedy OVERNIGHT SUCCESS (Co-Conceiver Lauren Elder, Kampfire Films). Crystal's new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN will launch this fall. 

Crystal Skillman (IG:@crystalskillman)(TW:@crystalskillman)(LI:@crystalskillman)(crystalskillman.com) is a playwright and four time NYT Critics' Pick, as well as an award-winner as a bookwriter for the musical  MARY AND MAX  (with composer  Bobby Cronin ), and her comic book credits include work for Marvel and “Adventure Time”. You can watch the trailer of her NYTimes Critics' Pick OPEN here or listen to the popular audio drama KING KIRBY (with writer Fred Van Lente) released from Broadway Podcast Network this year. A passionate believer in art and activism, Crystal is the author of the play RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, a coming of age story of two teenage climate activists, which has been optioned for a premiere next year and political thriller PULP VÉRITÉ (The Kilroys) presented earlier this year at the Playwrights' Center in the Ruth Easton New Play Series. Upcoming work in television includes the animated series EAT FIGHTER(Based on her WebToon comic), the YA animated series COSMIC CRITTERS, and the musical half hour comedy OVERNIGHT SUCCESS (Co-Conceiver Lauren Elder, Kampfire Films). Crystal's new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN will launch this fall. 

Arsia is competing for Amazonia Academy's “Best Warrior” metal! But she's better at crosswords than crossbows, ya know?Written by Crystal SkillmanStarring: Amanda D'Archangelis, Ashley Tobias, Sarah Smithton, and Sarah GoldingProduced by Megan BagalaExecutive Produced by Rebecca CunninghamLinks for the Grownups!PatreonHoliday TalesGirl Tales StoreRebecca's NewsletterFacebookInstagramGirl Tales Grown-Ups Group See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you describe a missing world? Crystal Skillman's chilling THE NEW WORLD follows a mysterious speaker's audio diary after she wakes up to find her partner missing. Directed by Sarah Storm, the story is told by Ali Bailey. SUPPORT: https://gofund.me/89dd0e77 https://twitter.com/scarystoriespod http://instagram.com/thescarystoriespodcast https://facebook.com/scarystoriespod https://www.youtube.com/randomacts thescarystoriespodcast AT gmail.com Crystal Skillman is a four-time New York Times Critics Pick. She is the book writer for the musical MARY AND MAX and co-writer of KING KIRBY from the Broadway Podcast Network. She has also written for both Marvel and Adventure Time. Her new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN launches this fall. THE NEW WORLD is directed by Sarah Storm, co-founder of BOOM Integrated. Sarah is the producer of both the award-winning "Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel" and "This is Working with Daniel Roth" podcasts. She appears weekly with host Jessi Hempel on "LinkedIn Live" for Hello Monday Office Hours. Sarah is a member of SAG-AFTRA, AEA, and The Dramatists' Guild. are you afraid of the dark? maybe you should be. SCARY STORIES AROUND THE FIRE is an ongoing audio horror anthology. Writers include Bryan Renaud, Savanna Rae, Bianca Phipps, and Crystal Skillman. Each campfire story features full sound design and a professional cast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scarystoriesra/support

In the darkness below a fraternity house, Cassandra stumbles across a long-held secret. TROJAN: written by bianca phipps told by samantha garcia featuring courtney feiler & aaron holland with shannon leigh webber WATCH: youtube.com/RandomActs SUPPORT: https://gofund.me/89dd0e77 https://twitter.com/scarystoriespod http://instagram.com/thescarystoriespodcast https://facebook.com/scarystoriespod thescarystoriespodcast AT gmail.com are you afraid of the dark? maybe you should be. SCARY STORIES AROUND THE FIRE is an ongoing audio horror anthology. Writers include Bryan Renaud, Savanna Rae, Bianca Phipps, and Crystal Skillman. Each campfire story features full sound design and a professional cast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scarystoriesra/support

Featuring THE BOOGEYWOMAN, TROJAN, THE NEW WORLD, KNOCK KNOCK, and MARY'S STORY. Written by Bryan Renaud, Savanna Rae, Crystal Skillman and Bianca Phipps Starring Shannon Leigh Webber, Sarafina Vecchio, Aaron Holland, Shaina Summerville, Samantha Garcia, Courtney Feiler, Ali Bailey, Angie Campbell, and Dana Macel Guest Direction by Sarah Storm Please support our fall campaign: https://gofund.me/89dd0e77 youtube.com/randomacts twitter/facebook: @scarystoriespod facebook/twitter/IG: @randomactsnet randomactsnetwork.com www.paypal.me/randomactschi --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scarystoriesra/support

From the twisted minds of Crystal Skillman, Bryan Renaud, Savanna Rae, and Bianca Phipps, enjoy audio horror stories with a sprawling cast of talented performers. Starring Shannon Leigh Webber, Sarafina Vecchio, Aaron Holland, Shaina Summerville, Samantha Garcia, Courtney Feiler, Ali Bailey, Angie Campbell, and Dana Macel Special Direction by Sarah Storm Available at Youtube.com/RandomActs, or wherever you enjoy podcasts. SCARY STORIES is part of the random acts network. www.randomactsnetwork.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scarystoriesra/support

Heroes aren't born, they're made. This is the epic tale of Jack Kirby, the most famous cartoonist you never heard of: Born in the Lower East Side slums, veteran of the battlefields of France, co-creator of CAPTAIN AMERICA, THE AVENGERS, THE X-MEN, Kirby had his biggest fight after his comic books became an international sensation: He had to fight for his name, and the recognition he was denied. This is the entire audio version of the New York Times Critics' Pick play by award-winning Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente, presented without commercial interruption. Starring the original New York cast of Steven Rattazzi, Amy Lee Pearsall, Nat Cassidy, Joseph Mathers and Timothy McCown Reynolds. Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's so great to welcome back Crystal Skillman and Bobby Cronin, co-writer and composer of the Broadway Podcast Network hit audio play/podcast King Kirby. Today, Crystal & Bobby are truly Baring It All with lessons learned, industry secrets including bullying and sexual harassment, plus much more! Listen to Part 1 of our interview here! We talked about Jack Kirby, Comics & the creative process of turning King Kirby from a stage play into a podcast/audio play. King Kirby tells the story of Jack Kirby, who co-created some of Marvel's most famous comic books including Captain America, X-Men, and The Avengers. Connect with Bobby: Website Instagram Connect with Crystal: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Connect with King Kirby: Broadway Podcast Network Twitter Instagram Like What You Hear? Join my Patreon Family to get backstage perks including advanced notice of interviews, the ability to submit a question to my guests, behind-the-scene videos, and so much more! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Visit: https://callmeadam.com for more my print/video interviews Special Thanks: My Patreon Family for their continued support: Angelo, Reva and Alan, Marianne, Danielle, Tara, Alex, and The Golden Gays NYC. Join the fun at https://patreon.com/callmeadamnyc. Theme Song by Bobby Cronin (https://bit.ly/2MaADvQ) Podcast Logo by Liam O'Donnell (https://bit.ly/2YNI9CY) Edited by Drew Kaufman (https://bit.ly/2OXqOnw) Outro Music Underscore by CueTique (Website: https://bit.ly/31luGmT, Facebook: @CueTique) More on Bobby: Bobby Cronin is an award-winning composer/writer for theatre, short film, web, dance, and more. His projects include: Mary & Max [based on the claymation film] with bookwriter Crystal Skillman which had its World Premiere at Theatre Calgary in the fall of 2018 and its European Premiere at Austria's Theatre Linz in 2019. It won the 2018 MUT Critics Award in Germany, Pace New Musicals 2018, SigWorks Finalist 2018; ‘Til Death Do Us Part (World Premiere 2020, 2018-2020 SDSU New Works Award; 2017 SigWorks Finalist; 2016 Overtures Series directed by Kent Nicholson) with bookwriter Caroline Prugh; a handful of songs in Off-Bway's Camp Morning Wood; Till Soon, Anne with bookwriter/lyricist Christine Toy Johnson which had a residency at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center. His latest commission PSYKIDZ is ready to be produced. Bobby's music won “Best Score of a Mockumentary” for the web series Thank You, Next & Best Music/Lyrics for Ten Reasons I Won't Go Home With You in 2010's MITF. He was commissioned to write a pop song for the 2013 winner of Italy's televised singing competition Lo Canto. Bobby created the Inspired Benefit Concert Series for animal rescue organizations across the U.S. & UK to raise funds & awareness for the 3 million adoptable pets euthanized in our country each year. More on Crystal: Crystal Skillman is an award winning writer who creates darkly funny, high-concept work with heart & edge. As a playwright she is a four-time NYT Critics' Pick, as well as an award-winner as a bookwriter for the musical MARY AND MAX (with composer Bobby Cronin ) & her comic book credits include work for Marvel and “Adventure Time.” Watch the trailer of her NYTimes Critics' Pick OPEN here. A passionate believer in art and activism, Crystal is the author of the play RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, a coming of age story of two teenage climate activists, which has been optioned for a premiere next year (2022). Upcoming work in television includes the animated series EAT FIGHTER (Based on her WebToon comic), the YA animated series COSMIC CRITTERS & the musical half hour comedy OVERNIGHT SUCCESS (Co-Conceiver Lauren Elder, Kampfire Films). Crystal's new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN will launch this fall, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My spidey senses are tingling today because I am swinging into the world of Marvel Comics with my special guests Crystal Skillman & Bobby Cronin, whose fantastic podcast, King Kirby, is burning up the Broadway Podcast Network.  I talk with Crystal & Bobby about their love of comics, how they adapted King Kirby (originally a play by Crystal & her husband Fred Van Lente) into a podcast & much more! King Kirby is about Jack Kirby, the most famous cartoonist you never heard of, who co-created such mega hit comics as Captain America, The Avengers & X-Men. Part 2 of our interview will be released soon. Connect with Bobby: Website Instagram Connect with Crystal: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Connect with King Kirby: Broadway Podcast Network Twitter Instagram Like What You Hear? Join my Patreon Family to get backstage perks including advanced notice of interviews, the ability to submit a question to my guests, behind-the-scene videos, and so much more! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Visit: https://callmeadam.com for more my print/video interviews Special Thanks: My Patreon Family for their continued support: Angelo, Reva and Alan, Marianne, Danielle, Tara, Alex, and The Golden Gays NYC. Join the fun at https://patreon.com/callmeadamnyc. Theme Song by Bobby Cronin (https://bit.ly/2MaADvQ) Podcast Logo by Liam O'Donnell (https://bit.ly/2YNI9CY) Edited by Drew Kaufman (https://bit.ly/2OXqOnw) Outro Music Underscore by CueTique (Website: https://bit.ly/31luGmT, Facebook: @CueTique) More on Bobby: Bobby Cronin is an award-winning composer/writer for theatre, short film, web, dance, and more. His projects include: Mary & Max [based on the claymation film] with bookwriter Crystal Skillman which had its World Premiere at Theatre Calgary in the fall of 2018 and its European Premiere at Austria's Theatre Linz in 2019. It won the 2018 MUT Critics Award in Germany, Pace New Musicals 2018, SigWorks Finalist 2018; ‘Til Death Do Us Part (World Premiere 2020, 2018-2020 SDSU New Works Award; 2017 SigWorks Finalist; 2016 Overtures Series directed by Kent Nicholson) with bookwriter Caroline Prugh; a handful of songs in Off-Bway's Camp Morning Wood; Till Soon, Anne with bookwriter/lyricist Christine Toy Johnson which had a residency at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center. His latest commission PSYKIDZ is ready to be produced. Bobby's music won “Best Score of a Mockumentary” for the web series Thank You, Next & Best Music/Lyrics for Ten Reasons I Won't Go Home With You in 2010's MITF. He was commissioned to write a pop song for the 2013 winner of Italy's televised singing competition Lo Canto. Bobby created the Inspired Benefit Concert Series for animal rescue organizations across the U.S. & UK to raise funds & awareness for the 3 million adoptable pets euthanized in our country each year. More on Crystal: Crystal Skillman is an award winning writer who creates darkly funny, high-concept work with heart & edge. As a playwright she is a four-time NYT Critics' Pick, as well as an award-winner as a bookwriter for the musical MARY AND MAX (with composer Bobby Cronin ) & her comic book credits include work for Marvel and “Adventure Time.” Watch the trailer of her NYTimes Critics' Pick OPEN here. A passionate believer in art and activism, Crystal is the author of the play RAIN AND ZOE SAVE THE WORLD, a coming of age story of two teenage climate activists, which has been optioned for a premiere next year (2022). Upcoming work in television includes the animated series EAT FIGHTER (Based on her WebToon comic), the YA animated series COSMIC CRITTERS & the musical half hour comedy OVERNIGHT SUCCESS (Co-Conceiver Lauren Elder, Kampfire Films). Crystal's new audio drama THE MAGICIAN'S MAGICIAN will launch this fall, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bobby Cronin is an award-winning composer/writer for theatre, short film, web, dance, and more. His projects include: Mary & Max [based on the clyamation film] with bookwriter Crystal Skillman which had its World Premiere at Theatre Calgary in the fall of 2018 and will have its European Premiere at Austria’s Theatre Linz in 2019, won the 2018 MUT Critics Award in Germany, Pace New Musicals 2018, SigWorks Finalist 2018; ‘Til Death Do Us Part (World Premiere 2020, 2018-2020 SDSU New Works Award; 2017 SigWorks Finalist; 2016 Overtures Series directed by Kent Nicholson) with bookwriter Caroline Prugh; a handful of songs in Off-Bway’s Camp Morning Wood; Till Soon, Anne with bookwriter/lyricist Christine Toy Johnson which had a residency at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center; Concrete Jungle, commissioned in 2011 for London’s esteemed ArtsEd (President: Andrew Lloyd Webber) opened in London June 2012, had a lab presentation at West Texas A&M 2015 and made the short list for the New American Musical Theatre Prize; Daybreak (winner of the 2011 New Jersey Playwrights Contest) premiered in Wayne, NJ & London’s Tristan Bates Theatre June 2012. His latest commission PSYKIDZ was produced in concert by A Class Act NY and now ready to be produced. Bobby composed the scores and songs for several musical films, which have been in festivals all over the country. He was part of the 2015 Prospect Theatre Company’s Off-Broadway show Fright Night where his 15-minute musical My Boyfriend Is An Alien written with Christine Toy Johnson premiered. His music won “Best Score of a Mockumentary” for the webseries Thank You, Next and Best Music/Lyrics for Ten Reasons I Won’t Go Home With You in 2010’s MITF. Bobby is one of the four NEO Writers for the York Theatre Company’s 2014-2015 season with Stephen Flaherty as his mentor.

Matt talks about Jack "King" Kirby and pop culture history with writers Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman. Plus, live drawing with PCC instructors Dion and Terra.

Composer Andy Bean (https://www.andybeanmusic.com/) talks about the new Netflix show “Kid Cosmic”, from the creator of “Powerpuff Girls” and “Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends”. Fred Van Lente (http://www.fredvanlente.com/) & Crystal Skillman (https://www.crystalskillman.com/) talk about the “King Kirby” Podcast, a dramatized re-telling of Jack Kirby’s origin story. 0:00 SEGMENT 1: Composer Andy Bean talks about animator Craig McCracken (“Powerpuff Girls”, “Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends”) giving him his big break, creating music for a monster-fronted 70’s garage rock band, and writing 200+ songs for the show “Puppy Dog Pals”. 10:57 SEGMENT 2: Composer Andy Bean talks about his working style with directors, being careful not to repeat himself when writing new songs, and being inspired by other composers. 18:13 SEGMENT 3: Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman talk about getting started in the comic book industry and how Fred’s Jack Kirby book eventually became a play. 26:48 SEGMENT 4: Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman talk about the friction between Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, casting the roles in the “King Kirby” podcast, and recording at Midtown Comics in New York City. 42:26 SEGMENT 5: Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman talk about the highs and lows of running the Kickstarter for the “King Kirby” play. Thanks to our sponsors Marcus Theatres (https://www.marcustheatres.com/) and Historic St. Charles, Missouri (https://www.discoverstcharles.com/)! Amazon Affiliate Link - http://bit.ly/geektome Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/3Y0D2iaZl Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/GeekToMeRadio Website - http://geektomeradio.com/ Podcast - https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall YouTube - youtube.com/c/GeekToMeRadio Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/GeekToMeRadio/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/geektomeradio Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geektomeradio/ Producer - Joseph Vosevich https://twitter.com/Joey_Vee --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jamesenstall/support

PopStream hosts Matt and Tajshen spoke with Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente about their new audio play, King Kirby, in this pre-recorded interview.  King Kirby tells the story of Jack “King Kirby,” the legendary comics artist who helped create Thor, the Fantastic Four, Darkseid and the New Gods, and some of the most popular characters in superhero comics. Kirby also co-created Captain America, who first appeared in Captain America Comics #1 80 years ago this March.PopStream is returning for Season 2 in April!

Episode 99- “King Kirby: The Play- with Crystal Skillman & Fred Van Lente!”   Playwright Crystal Skillman and her husband, prolific comic book writer Fred Van Lente, join us to discuss their play “King Kirby” (now available everywhere as a podcast)! We talk about the impetus of the play’s creation, the couples’ history with Kirby comics, the ongoing Stan/Jack debate, and so much more in this action-packed episode!    You can check out the play wherever podcasts can be heard, and also follow their Instagram page HERE! https://instagram.com/kingkirbyplay?igshid=1muhrq0b5qq2m   For everything Jacked Kirby, follow our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby

Forbes magazine’s Rob Salkowitz moderates this Zoom roundtable of the full cast and crew of the epic comic book podcast drama KING KIRBY about the impact and influences of the show, including stars Steven Rattazzi, Amy Lee Pearsall, Nat Cassidy, Joseph Mathers and Timothy McCown Reynolds, writers Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente, and composer/editor Bobby Cronin. The cast talks about bringing the conflict between Marvel Universe co-creators Jack Kirby and Stan Lee to life, the difference between doing the show as a live stage performance and a podcast, how they’ve been keeping their sanity during the COVID-19 pandemic, and more!  KING KIRBY is the epic story of the greatest superhero cartoonist whoever lived, and what happened to his legacy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode we are talking all about Jack Kirby with Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente, the playwrights behind the new King Kirby audio drama, based on their play of the same name! We talk Jack Kirby's life, career, and answer your questions about the King of Comics and his DC work! Check out King Kirby wherever you get your podcasts, or on the Broadway Podcast Network!   Intro Music by Aaron Barry Find more great podcasts like this on Brain Freeze To ask questions for the next episode, or to continue the conversation online visit us here: On Twitter On Facebook  On Instagram On our Website Or check out our new store for merch And our Patreon!  

With his old “pal” Stan Lee, Jack creates the Marvel Universe and becomes a Swinging Sixties sensation. But his tensions with Lee very quickly come to a head, leading him to strike out on his own. But Jack learns the hard way that lightning only strikes twice in the comics.  Written by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente. Starring Steven Rattazzi as Jack Kirby, Amy Lee Pearsall as Roz Kirby, Joseph Mathers as Joe Simon, Nat Cassidy as Stan Lee, Timothy McCown Reynolds as Martin Goodman. Music composition and sound editing by Bobby Cronin. Original stage production directed by John Hurley. Recorded at Midtown Comics Downtown in Manhattan.  Follow King Kirby on Instagram @kingkirbyplay & on twitter @KingKirbyPlay Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The war is over, but Jack’s struggle is just beginning. The comic book industry struggles as the world moves on from fighting, but he and Joe Simon’s romance books become giant sellers. They’re no match for a right-wing witch hunt from the U.S. Senate though, and Jack is forced to go back to the one place he swore he’d never return to.  Written by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente. Starring Steven Rattazzi as Jack Kirby, Amy Lee Pearsall as Roz Kirby, Joseph Mathers as Joe Simon, Nat Cassidy as Stan Lee, Timothy McCown Reynolds as Martin Goodman. Music composition and sound editing by Bobby Cronin. Original stage production directed by John Hurley. Recorded at Midtown Comics Downtown in Manhattan.  Follow King Kirby on Instagram @kingkirbyplay & on twitter @KingKirbyPlay Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Lower East Side of Manhattan to the hearts and minds of millions around the world, Jack Kirby very much earned the title of "King". But his was not an easy journey. Join Scott as he talks with writers Fred Van Lente and Crystal Skillman about their play turned audio drama King Kirby, a fantastic exploration of the man behind some of the most beloved characters in comic book history. Also how Scott first learned about BDSM. Because at this point, why not? Check out King Kirby, Crystals Instagram, and her and Fred's other work. Listen & Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Android | Stitcher | PodBean | Podchaser | Podparadise | Listen Notes |  Player.FM | RSS Follow us on: Twitter: @AP2HYC Instagram: @AP2HYC Facebook.com/AP2HYC YouTube.com/AP2HYCape Edited by Alexandra Mirabal New Movies, New Video Games, and What is King Kirby? - 02:00 Stage to Audio, X-Man Noir, and the Origins of the Project - 20:00 The Cast, the Story, and “Art” - 40:00

As his Captain America takes the world by storm, Jack meets the love of his life, only to find himself sent to France to fight the Germans in person. His fame goes with him into the service, leading to a dangerous assignment that nearly costs him his life.  Written by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente. Starring Steven Rattazzi as Jack Kirby, Amy Lee Pearsall as Roz Kirby, Joseph Mathers as Joe Simon, Nat Cassidy as Stan Lee, Timothy McCown Reynolds as Martin Goodman. Music composition and sound editing by Bobby Cronin. Original stage production directed by John Hurley. Recorded at Midtown Comics Downtown in Manhattan.  Follow King Kirby on Instagram @kingkirbyplay & on twitter @KingKirbyPlay Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the Great Depression, Jack Kurtzberg draws himself out of the tenement slums of Manhattan and into the world of comics. A chance meeting after a strike at the Popeye cartoon studio leads him to a job with the self-styled “King of the Comics” and the invention of a star-spangled avenger beloved the world over.  Written by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente. Starring Steven Rattazzi as Jack Kirby, Amy Lee Pearsall as Roz Kirby, Joseph Mathers as Joe Simon, Nat Cassidy as Stan Lee, Timothy McCown Reynolds as Martin Goodman. Music composition and sound editing by Bobby Cronin. Original stage production directed by John Hurley. Recorded at Midtown Comics Downtown in Manhattan.  Follow King Kirby on Instagram @kingkirbyplay & on twitter @KingKirbyPlay Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heroes aren’t born, they’re made. This is the epic tale of Jack Kirby, the most famous cartoonist you never heard of: Born in the Lower East Side slums, veteran of the battlefields of France, co-creator of CAPTAIN AMERICA, THE AVENGERS, THE X-MEN, Kirby had his biggest fight after his comic books became an international sensation: He had to fight for his name, and the recognition he was denied. An audio version of the New York Times Critics' Pick play by award-winning Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente, starring the original New York cast of Steven Rattazzi as Jack Kirby, Amy Lee Pearsall as Roz Kirby, Joseph Mathers as Joe Simon, Nat Cassidy as Stan Lee, Timothy McCown Reynolds as Martin Goodman.  Music composition and sound editing by Bobby Cronin. Original stage production directed by John Hurley. Recorded at Midtown Comics Downtown in Manhattan.  Follow King Kirby on Instagram @kingkirbyplay & on twitter @KingKir35759690. Part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the new audio drama based on The Life and career of Jack Kirby https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/king-kirby/id1534026739

Lauren Elder (IG: @lauren_elder) is an actress, singer-songwriter, and world champion whistler living in New York City. Most recently, Lauren played Mary in the world premiere production of Mary and Max, a new musical by Bobby Cronin and Crystal Skillman, at Theatre Calgary. Lauren has been seen on Broadway in Side Show and Hair, and in the West End in Hair. Other NYC Theater: Hair (Shakespeare in the Park/NY Public Theater), The Village of Vale (Lincoln Center), Orange Star Smasharoo; Regional: Side Show (Kennedy Center, La Jolla Playhouse), Kingsmen Shakespeare Festival; TV: “Law & Order SVU,” “Louie,” “Boardwalk Empire,” Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Tony Awards. Lauren is also a children's performer, director, and teacher at NY Film Academy and A Class Act. She performs regularly in nightclubs around NYC, including 54 Below, Joe's Pub, Birdland, and Club Cumming. Her debut album can be found on iTunes and Spotify!www.laureneldermusic.com

Go on this journey with Crystal Skillman, a New York City multifaceted writer who talks about getting fired all the way to getting a piece of your heart accepted.

Bobby Cronin (IG:@croninbobby) is an award-winning composer/writer rep'd by James Beresford (Shepherd Management, UK). His projects include: Mary & Max [based on the claymation film of the same name] with bookwriter Crystal Skillman and director Stafford Arima which will have its World Premiere at Theatre Calgary in the fall of 2018; Olisnach with bookwriter Crystal Skillman (being developed to star Ali Stroker); ‘Til Death Do Us Part (2016 Overtures Series directed by Kent Nicholson; 2012 Alec Baldwin Fellowship Winner, UK’s S&S Award Finalist) with bookwriter Caroline Prugh; Sunset City with bookwriter Wade Dooley (2013 Running Deer Theatre Lab, 2014 Goodspeed Mercer Project, 2014 the Pitch, 2015 The York Theatre, NYC); Till Soon, Anne with bookwriter Christine Toy Johnson which had a residency at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center and a NYC reading April 2018 starring Abby Mueller, Wade McCollum, Kate Loprest, Stacia Fernandez, Joel Perez, Lauren Molina, and more; Welcome To My Life (W2ML); Alone in the U.S. with Terry Berliner, which was commissioned by CAP21 and was produced at the University of Cumbria under the title Alone in the UK; The Concrete Jungle, commissioned in 2011 for London’s esteemed ArtsEd (President: Andrew Lloyd Webber) opened in London June 2012, had a lab presentation at West Texas A&M 2015 and made the short list for the New American Musical Theatre Prize; Daybreak (winner of the 2011 New Jersey Playwrights Contest) premiered in Wayne, NJ & London’s Tristan Bates Theatre June 2012. He is currently working on a commission by A Class Act NYC called Psykidz. Bobby composed the scores and songs for several musical films, which have been in festivals all over the country, for NYFA, where is also on faculty. He was part of the 2015 Prospect Theatre Company's Off-Broadway show Fright Night where his 15-minute musical My Boyfriend Is An Alien written with Christine Toy Johnson premiered. His music won “Best Score of a Mockumentary” for the webseries Thank You, Next and Best Music/Lyrics for Ten Reasons I Won’t Go Home With You in 2010’s MITF. Bobby is one of the four NEO Writers for the York Theatre Company's 2014-2015 season with Stephen Flaherty as his mentor. He was commissioned to write a pop song for the 2013 winner of Italy’s televised singing competition Lo Canto. Other: 54 Below, Lincoln Center Songbook Series, Birdland, Symphony Space, London’s The Players Theatre & St. James Theatre, etc. "Reach The Sky: Live" & “The Concrete Jungle International Studio Cast Recording” available on iTunes featuring theatre stars Caissie Levy, Kate Shindle, Jared Gertner, Rebecca Trehearn, Alex Gaumond, and Olivia Phillip. Bobby created the Inspired Benefit Concert Series for animal rescue organizations across the U.S. & UK to raise funds and awareness for the 3 million adoptable pets euthanized in our country each year. Bobby has taught Master Classes around the world for musical theatre actors on song interpretation, audition technique, and his specialty, the ever-popular pop/rock genre. He’s a Yale graduate where he won the Michael P. Manzella Award for excellence in Arts, Scholastics and Character. Member of ASCAP, Dramatists Guild. 

The author of 'Open' and 'Mary and Max' talks about how comic books influence her plays (and her marriage).

The author of 'Open' and 'Mary and Max' talks about how comic books influence her plays (and her marriage).

Abra-ka-tank-da! It's magic time here on Tanked! (maybe they can magically make our puns better) We sit down with the enchanting trio behind our newest one-person play, Open, to hear about how they came together and what happens to a play that has sat in your back pocket for almost a decade. Plus, hear what network TV star originated the role of The Magician. 

What can we say about Crystal Skillman!? She does it all!! Not only that, but she is awesome at all of the different mediums that she is involved in!! During Denver Pop Culture Con, we had the opportunity to speak with Crystal about her career, and so much more!! We talk about her non magic, magic play, "Open." All about a woman whom has no idea why we are attending, who starts to do magic, with no props? Learn why as the play goes on! Opening June 7th, with the All For One Theater Company, in co-production at The Tank Theater! Tickets start at $25, make sure you go to support the arts! We also get the chance to learn about her webtoon, in conjunction with her husband Fred Van Lente, "eat fighter." It's billed as "Fight Club meets the Food Network!" This hilarious webtoon is all about the secret, and illegal, exploits of Missy Barnes, who has given up her fitness nut lifestyle, in order to compete underground competitive eating circuit!! Remember, you can ALWAYS let us know what you think! We can only think of so many things to talk about every other week, and would LOVE to get some feedback and ideas from all of you out there who are listening!! You can send mp3s and email to our email address. Also, join the conversations on our Facebook Page and Twitter Page. If you have good feedback, please leave it for us on iTunes and Stitcher!! That's one way to help us climb the ranks into podcast glory!! You can ALSO leave us voicemail!!! Call the Michael Kuyrk memorial 970-573-6148 and leave us a hilarious message!!! PLUS FOR AS LITTLE AS $1/MONTH you can support us on Patreon!! A lot of cool extras on there for those who support!! Hall of Justice Comics & Collectibles Our Stitcher Our iTunes Patreon Amazon Credit - Juan Muro, Gabe Llanas

It's the Lost Episode (sort of). This week, we're catching up with you, the audience. It's an opportunity for us to share some awesome news about our lives, updates about the podcast, and plans for the future. Mentioned this week: RMFW TeeTurtle Harry Potter (Book Series) by J. K. Rowling Voltron (TV Show) Denver Podcast Network http://denverpodcast.net Reel Nerds Podcast http://reelnerdspodcast.com J. T. Evans Thank you to all of our patrons at http://patreon.com/beyondthetrope Crystal Skillman

This week comic writer and playwrite, Crystal Skillman, joins us to talk about her amazing projects! Mentioned in this episode: Boom Studios Adventure Time (Comic) Fred Van Lente 10 DEAD COMEDIANS by Fred Van Lente King Kirby (Play) by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente Off The Quill Marion Max Stafford Arima Bobby Cronin Ghostbusters (Movie) Ryan Dunlavey ACTION PRESIDENTS by Ryan Dunlavey and Fred Van Lente ACTION PHILOSOPHERS by Ryan Dunlavey and Fred Van Lente NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 (Play) by Dave Malloy INDECENT (Play) by Paul Vogel Halley Feiffer Jules Feiffer POPEYE (Movie) PAPER HEROES (TV in the works) by Crystal Skillman and Fred Van Lente MAD MAX (Movie Franchise) MAD MEN (TV Show) Francine Volpe Primary Stages (http://primarystages.org) GEEK (Play) by Crystal Skillman Bob Dylan Comic Con DUNKIRK (Movie) MR. BURNS, A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY (Play) by Anne Washburn THE PILLOWMAN (Play) by Martin McDonagh EQUUS (Play) Peter Shaffer AMADEUS (Play) by Peter Shaffer Alec Baldwin RICK AND MORTY (TV Show) LAST 5 YEARS (Movie) SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS (Movie) Hallmark Channel Defying Gravity (Song from Wicked the Musical) SPIDERMAN (Play) Lynne Shankel BARE THE MUSICAL (Play) by Damon Intrabartolo http://crystalskillman.com http://twitter.com/crystalskillman http://facebook.com/crystal.skillman http://instagram.com/crystalskillman Thank you to all of our supporters on Patreon at http://patreon.com/beyondthetrope Denver Podcast Network http://denverpodcast.net Jon of All Trades http://jonofalltrades.us

A Piece with the After Orlando International Theatre Action Audio Production: Alexander Charles Adams with assistant producer Trey TycerPieces:AFTER by Caridad Svich of NoPassport theatre alliance & press featuring the voices of Tessa LaFleur, Tony Medlin, Joe Carleton, Trey Tycer, Alexander Charles Adams, Carson Richman, and Aline Stokes.Welcome to the Now Now by Crystal Skillman (available in print through Chicago Dramaworks) featuring Aline Stokes as Olivia, Lucas Thompson as Greer, Alexander Charles Adams as Grantthese wings were meant to fly by Zac Kline featuring the voices of all performers listed above. You can follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Instagram with the handle @SmashCutCastAlso, we have a patreon running at www.patreon.com/SmashCutCast This international theatre action was co-created and produced by Missing Bolts Productions and NoPassport Theatre Alliance & Press.In the days following the massacre at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, June 12, 2106 Missing Bolts Productions led by artistic directors Blair Baker and Zac Kline and NoPassport Theatre Alliance & Press founded by Caridad Svich took action to honor the victims of the shooting and create a space for theatre artists to respond, reflect, and galvanize change.To learn more about the action, visit http://www.missingbolts.com/ and http://www.nopassport.org/

Episode 10 features the works Crawl and Perfect, both written by Crystal Skillman. Casts include: Maurice Jones, Sheldon Best, Saundra Santiago, and Karina Arroyave.

Folks! Sometimes Grown Ass Men are lucky ass men!! In this episode the talented, amazing, playwright Crystal Skillman joins us to discuss the play King Kirby she wrote with Fred Van Lente. We chat Jack Kirby, his collaborations with Stan Lee, Roz Kirby, and the Denver Comic Con. Check it out! Original music by Adam Bernstein Big thanks to Midtown Comics Podcast for use of King Kirby clips. http://midtowncomics.libsyn.com

Great conversation starting with Crystal Skillman, fresh from the Denver Comic Con where women creators dissatisfied with a Women In Comics History panel made some history by putting together their own panel. Crystal talks about rallying the troops  including such creators as Trina Robbins Amanda Connor Joelle Jones and Marguerite Bennett. It's a great story and I'm glad she joins us to share it.Hilary Barta is back to talk about 2 new books coming out in June. The Sponge Bob Annual from Bongo Comics, and The Garbage Pail Kids from IDW both with a science fiction flair.Finally Brian "Pants" Christman from Comic Geek Speak is back to mshare his experiences iun the audience of Late Show With David Letterman, including last week's final broadcast.  

Great conversation starting with Crystal Skillman, fresh from the Denver Comic Con where women creators dissatisfied with a Women In Comics History panel made some history by putting together their own panel. Crystal talks about rallying the troops  including such creators as Trina Robbins Amanda Connor Joelle Jones and Marguerite Bennett. It's a great story and I'm glad she joins us to share it.Hilary Barta is back to talk about 2 new books coming out in June. The Sponge Bob Annual from Bongo Comics, and The Garbage Pail Kids from IDW both with a science fiction flair.Finally Brian "Pants" Christman from Comic Geek Speak is back to mshare his experiences iun the audience of Late Show With David Letterman, including last week's final broadcast.  

New York Playwright Crystal Skillman is back! She and her husband comics writer Fred Van Lente wowed audiences and critics last year with the off-broadway debut of KING KIRBY, the biographical look at Jack Kirby's life.Skillman brings her new play, ANOTHER KIND OF LOVE to Chicago's INFusion Theater company with a month long run at The Chopin Theater 1543 W Division.We talk about the play featuring a grunge rock family group of women reuniting their band for a festival that celebrates the music of their Punk Rock Mother . I'm in  the play as the radio host Crash Murphy, whose festival news bulitens keep the real world moving along as the sisters work out old family issues.We talk about the play, and the curent Geek Theater movement

New York Playwright Crystal Skillman is back! She and her husband comics writer Fred Van Lente wowed audiences and critics last year with the off-broadway debut of KING KIRBY, the biographical look at Jack Kirby's life.Skillman brings her new play, ANOTHER KIND OF LOVE to Chicago's INFusion Theater company with a month long run at The Chopin Theater 1543 W Division.We talk about the play featuring a grunge rock family group of women reuniting their band for a festival that celebrates the music of their Punk Rock Mother . I'm in  the play as the radio host Crash Murphy, whose festival news bulitens keep the real world moving along as the sisters work out old family issues.We talk about the play, and the curent Geek Theater movement

This week, Chris and special guest host Kieran Shiach welcome the writers and two cast members from the play King Kirby! They have a big old time talking about the King of Comics.

On Todays Word Balloon, we catch up with Matt Fraction for another Fireside Chat.Matt & Chip Zdarsky are enjoying massive popularity with their Image Book Sex Criminals, which is at the top of the NYT Best Seller List , not to mention Time Magazine's Comic Book Of The year, and even more mainstream press critical acclaim. We talk about the book, plus his other Image series Sattelite Sam co-created with Howard Chaykin , and the continuing Hawkeye series for Marvel with David Aja and Annie Wu.Then an amazing Kickstarter campaign to support a play about the life and career of Jack Kirby is discussed with the husband & wife creators behind the project, Fred Van Lente & Playwright Crystal Skillman. We talk about KING KIRBY which is part of the Comic Book Theater Festival happening in June at The Brick in NYC. We talk about the unique challenges of presenting this as a stage play, Crystal's meeting with the legendary Producer/Director Hal Prince , and more.We wrap up with writer Marc Andreyko, who amidst controversy has taken on the writing chores on Batwoman for DC, and delivering an excellent superhero rocedural with strong charcter moments . Marc talks about the book,and projects with Clive Barker for BOOM! , a fun spy book for IDW, and his Cinderella arc that just wrapped up in Vertigo's FAIREST.

Jake and Slim broadcast from comiXology HQ and chat about a tad of news, the books they've read, an amazing in-studio interview, and some golden oldies!