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

March 7, 2023--Host Julie McGovern speaks with Theater Director Reid Edelman, who shares exciting news from the Mendocino College students' recent trip to the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, and preview the upcoming performance of Once running March 23rd to April 2nd at the Center Theater in Ukiah.

In this episode, I spoke with Los Angeles-based architect and educator Aaron Gensler. In our conversation, we talk about the evolution of architectural education, ways to be an educator, and several topics surrounding architecture school, including studio culture, all-nighters, the creative process, and final review juries.Aaron is a Visiting Associate Professor and the Chair of the Undergraduate and Graduate Architecture Programs at Woodbury University in Los Angeles. She serves on the National Council for Madame Architect and is a member of the Board of Trustees for California College of the Arts.Aaron is one half of GenslerClipp—an architecture, design, and research practice based in Southern California. Prior to forming GenslerClipp, she held design positions at a diverse array of firms from Los Angeles to Rwanda.She received her Master of Architecture from Cornell University, where she was awarded the Alpha Rho Chi Medal and, more recently, was awarded a Robert James Eidlitz Travel Fellowship. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Middlebury College, where she received several accolades from the Middlebury Museum of Art, Chellis House, and the KCACTF for her work.You can follow Aaron on Instagram @msaarongensler and on LinkedIn here. 

A lot of people make excuses for why they aren't where they want to be in life. And I'm not saying that the facts of the circumstances aren't real, but it's what you DO with those facts and given circumstances that truly matters. My guest today, David H. Parker, is so inspiring, because no matter what they face, they continue to see their greatness. This gives them the confidence to conquer anything. So whatever you're dealing with in your life, and whatever the circumstances may be, I hope listening to this interview lights a spark inside you to go out there and claim what's yours. Note: Since this episode was recorded and produced, David has switched to using They/Them pronouns. Episode Highlights: 05:54 Doing multiple things helps you; it's not a distraction 08:47 What led David to directing 13:42 Growing up poor 15:27 Fighting imposter syndrome, especially at a young age 26:19 Hardships create opportunities 28:17 Being confident in who you are 31:53 Creating theatre about Black and queer joy 38:29 Winning five KCACTF awards 43:10 The best art comes from being uncomfortable 45:31 Accepting help from others 50:27 What David has planned for the future Connect with David H. Parker Web - https://davidhparker.us (DavidHParker.us) Linktree - https://linktr.ee/DavidHParker (Linktr.ee/DavidHParker) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidhparker_/ (@DavidHParker_) For detailed show notes, please visit: https://JimCooney.me/be-great/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (JimCooney.me/be-great) Ready for a career and life you love? Check out https://www.amplifiedartists.life/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (Amplified Artists)! Apply for a Scholarship to Amplified Artists: https://www.amplifiedartists.life/scholarships/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (AmplifiedArtists.life/scholarships) Sponsor an artists for Amplified Artists: https://www.amplifiedartists.life/sponsor/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (AmplifiedArtists.life/sponsor) Free 3-Part Branding Formula Guide and Worksheet: https://JimCooney.me/branding/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (JimCooney.me/branding) Want free tips and strategies each week? Join my https://www.JimCooney.me/join/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (mailing list)! Connect with Me: Web - https://JimCooney.me/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show-notes (JimCooney.me) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jimcooneynyc/ (@JimCooneyNYC) Like this podcast? Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review! It helps other people find out about the show. (Apple Podcast Users: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/theater-life-uncensored/id1632490389 (Click here), scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.”)

Howard Sherman is a theatre administrator, writer, and advocate. He has been executive director of the American Theatre Wing and the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center, managing director of Geva Theatre, general manager of Goodspeed Musicals, and public relations director of Hartford Stage, as well as interim director of the Alliance for Inclusion in the Arts. He has also held administrative positions at the Westport Country Playhouse, Manhattan Theatre Club, and Philadelphia Festival Theatre for New Plays.  Since 2012, he has been the US columnist and a feature writer for The Stage newspaper in London, and in 2018 was named Contributing Editor of Stage Directions magazine. His writing has appeared in a number of other publications including Slate, The New York Times, The Guardian, and American Theatre magazine.  Howard frequently consults, writes and speaks on issues of censorship and artists’ rights in both academic and professional theatre and he created the Arts Integrity Initiative in 2015 to focus on those efforts. He has delivered keynote addresses for, among others, the Educational Theatre Association, KCACTF, Florida Association for Theatre Education, and the Texas Educational Theatre Association’s Arts Program Administrators Conference. He was cited as one of the Top 40 Free Speech Defenders in 2014 by the National Coalition Against Censorship and received the Dramatists Legal Defense Fund’s “Defender” Award in 2015.  A native of New Haven, Connecticut and graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Howard resides in New York with his wife, producer Lauren Doll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 2020, Erick earned his BA with a major in Theatre and Spanish at Albright College in Reading, PA. He's been acting for 4years and has performed in over 36 productions ranging from theatrical plays, to improvisational acting, to sketch comedy, to educational workshops, to student short films. The Kennedy Center of American Theatre Festival has recognized and awarded his work 3 times: In 2018, he earned a nomination for KCACTF 51's Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship Competition for his performance as Walter Lee Younger in Albright College's production of Lorraine Hansberry's “A Raisin In The Sun.” In 2019, he obtained acknowledgement of “Nationally Distinguished Performance In a Role” for his work in the "A Raisin In The Sun" performance at KCACTF 51 in Montclair, NJ. In 2020, he received a nomination for the Irene Ryan's at KCACTF 52 for his performance as Segismundo in Albright's production of Rick Davis' translated version of Pedro Calderón de la Barca's “Life Is A Dream.” He is based in Pennsylvania.  Find more of Erick: Backstage: backstage.com/u/erick-slowe/   Instagram: @e.smith_thestoryteller Facebook: facebook.com/erick.goldsmith   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erick-s-574b81183 Website: erickgoldsmith001.wixsite.com/website-2   A Statement from Erick:  “ERICK MILES SLOWE-GOLDSMITH is an actor, videographer, and lover of life! Most of all, Erick is a storyteller dedicated to using his art to produce more smiles, hope and unity in the people and in the world around him.   Special thanks to my Workshopping Team: Matt Fotis, Karis King, Sania Fontaine, Matt Ortiz, and Alexander Hermans.” ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Created during a time of quarantine in the global Coronavirus pandemic, A Moment Of Your Time's mission is to provide a space for expression, collaboration, community and solidarity. In this time of isolation, we may have to be apart but let's create together.  Created by CurtCo Media Concept by Jenny Curtis Theme music by Chris Porter Follow Us: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam looks back at the year. Read the blog post: https://www.campederson.com/single-post/2019Actor, Designer, Drag Queen, and Oreo Enthusiast Cam Pederson (also known as Luna Muse) takes you behind the curtain and to the other side of the moon with this weekly podcast! With frequent guests bringing their stories and opinions every now and again. The topics covered on this eclectic podcast range from show biz, pop-culture, and what life is like fresh out of college with a degree in musical theatre. For more info visit www.CamPederson.com or follow @TheOfficialCam1 and @TheLunaMuse to keep up with Cam off-air!#CamPedersonOSM #OtherSideOfTheMoon

On this episode your co-hosts Azaria and Reyna interview Georgia based musician and composer David Dingess. David Dingess began sound composition and recording at the age of 15. He began releasing his work to the public during his sophomore year of college, and shortly after began to receive collaboration requests from the Georgia College departments of Theatre and Dance. Since then, David has composed for plays, dance recitals, film and social media posts for companies like Bareminerals and Tory Burch. David was a KCACTF national finalist and received honorable mention for composition and studied under Tony award-winning sound designer Rob Kaplowitz. He was also awarded Best Music at NYC Webfest 2015 for his music in R&J: The Web Series. He holds a Bachelor’s of Music Education from Georgia College, and hopes to begin a masters program at his alma mater in the coming months. On this episode, we talk about negotiating the dancer/musician relationship, stealing from the past-self, pros and cons of globalizing art, the cycle of success for students who experience arts in education, and the dichotomy of following artists who inspire you on social media. 

S1 Ep19 2019-1-31 Thespis Interviews Lee Neibert, Associate Professor & Dept. Chair at USC Upstate and Host of KCACTF IV Melanie talks with Lee Neibert, Associate Professor of Theatre and Chair of Fine Arts and Communications Studies at USC Upstate in Spartanburg, SC about hosting the Region IV Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival February 5-9. Plus, show listings for the Upstate of South Carolina.  http://www.kcactf4.org https://www.uscupstate.edu/academics/college-of-arts-humanities-and-social-sciences/fine-arts-and-communication-studies  

Brody Thrash is the Stage Management & Artistic Intern at Virginia Repertory Theatre in Richmond, Virginia for their 2018-2019 Season. A graduate of Texas State University, Brody pauses to talk with Sawyer about Texas State, SISTER ACT, Virginia Rep, equity membership, KCACTF, and THE MARRIAGE OF BETTE AND BOO. Brody talks about his short-lived career as a playwright, while Sawyer compares their experiences searching for theatre-based internships. After detailing the difference between stage managers and production assistants, Brody gives PFE listeners a taste of what he hopes to work on in the future. Follow Brody on Instagram @brodyenyaw. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pauseforeffect/support

Prolific actor Sam Lukowski, who has appeared in exciting films like Ready for Action, Ninjas vs. Monsters,Drakul and You're F*ck'n Dead  returns to talk about his skyrocketing career including Fox Hunt Drive. Dial 347.884.8997 to ask Sam a question! From imbd.com: Sam Lukowski has been acting since his earliest days; beginning with musicals and school plays, Sam has performed in a wide spectrum of theatrical endeavors - cast in everything from Shakespeare to drag shows on the local MD-DC-VA-PA stage and screen. He has competed in the nation-wide acting portion of the KCACTF three years consecutively and was the head of the student theatre program, 'Masque', during his time at CCBC Essex. He later enrolled in the Acting Track at Towson University where he graduated in 2012 with a BFA degree in Acting. Sam has been a proud member of SAG-AFTRA since 2014.  

Prolific actor Sam Lukowski, who has appeared in exciting films like Ninjas vs. Monsters, Ready for Action, Drakul and You're F*ck'n Dead  joins host William Powell, The King of DC Media, to talk about his skyrocketing career. Dial 347.884.8997 to ask a question! From imbd.com: Sam Lukowski has been acting since his earliest days; beginning with musicals and school plays, Sam has performed in a wide spectrum of theatrical endeavors - cast in everything from Shakespeare to drag shows on the local MD-DC-VA-PA stage and screen. He has competed in the nation-wide acting portion of the KCACTF three years consecutively and was the head of the student theatre program, 'Masque', during his time at CCBC Essex. He later enrolled in the Acting Track at Towson University where he graduated in 2012 with a BFA degree in Acting. Sam has been a proud member of SAG-AFTRA since 2014.

Started in 1969 by Roger L. Stevens, the Kennedy Center's founding chairman, the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) is a national theater program involving 18,000 students from colleges and universities nationwide which has served as a catalyst in improving the quality of college theater  in the United States. The KCACTF has grown into a network of more than 600 academic institutions throughout the country, where theater departments and student artists showcase their work and receive outside assessment by KCACTF respondents.   Each year 8 regional festivals are presented in varying locations throughout the country.  The festival culminates each year in a national springtime festival at the Kennedy Center which showcases selected productions, provides student and faculty artists with training opportunities with theater’s finest practitioners, and rewards selected student artists with second step opportunities through fellowships, scholarships, and residencies. http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/actf/

Started in 1969 by Roger L. Stevens, the Kennedy Center's founding chairman, the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) is a national theater program involving 18,000 students from colleges and universities nationwide which has served as a catalyst in improving the quality of college theater  in the United States. The KCACTF has grown into a network of more than 600 academic institutions throughout the country, where theater departments and student artists showcase their work and receive outside assessment by KCACTF respondents.   Each year 8 regional festivals are presented in varying locations throughout the country.  The festival culminates each year in a national springtime festival at the Kennedy Center which showcases selected productions, provides student and faculty artists with training opportunities with theater’s finest practitioners, and rewards selected student artists with second step opportunities through fellowships, scholarships, and residencies. http://www.kennedy-center.org/education/actf/

The Region 4 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival gets underway this week and for the first time, a student-written and student-directed play has been accepted. Saviours: A Modern Day Parable was written by Christopher Metz and Kyle Adkins and is directed and produced by Jessy Grossman. Today's Arts Calendar Events - Night & Day: the Songs of Cole Porter; UCF Student Jazz Ensembles; and a Tribute to Benny Goodman. For others, see Red Chair Project.com