Podcasts about Phoenix Theatre

Audrey is an award-winning UK and International freelance director with a passion for new work. Committed to making theatre that is rigorous, ambitious and above all else, truthful. She studied Psychology and Anthropology followed by a an MSc in Medical Anthropology. Theatre-wise she trained for three years alongside the late Sam Kogan in London and Moscow. Before continuing her directorial training at the Young Vic, King's Head Theatre and workshops at the National Theatre and the RSC, one with the legendary Peter Brook. She also co-facilitated the National's New Views program for new writers at the National and a panelist on the Women's Prize for Playwriting. Her work has earned her a Best Director Finalist place for the Off West End awards 2017/18 and the Arts Foundation Awards 2018. Other credits as a director include:Six Artist's in Search for an Author - Almeida Perspective - NationalJews. In their own Words - Royal Court with Jonathan FreelandAssociate Director on Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre in London dir. Justin MartinCatch also her work on video games, she's worked with companies such as Ubisoft, Amazon Game Studios, CD Projekt RED and Kuno.Audrey and I discuss how theatre is a great instrument in storytelling as well as speaking our truth. Truth about our lives, politics, behaviours and our place in the universe. I was fascinated to hear about how she wants to make theatre truthful and what projects she has worked on and will work on in the future will be able to achieve that. Oliver GowerSpotlight Link: https://www.spotlight.com/9097-9058-5261Instagram: @goweroliverFor enquiries and requests: olliegower10@gmail.comPlease Like, Download and Subscribe ✍️

he Naptown African American Theater Collective is bringing the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play “Stew” by Zora Howard to the Phoenix Theater Cultural Center this March.The production tells the story of four generations of Black women navigating grief, loss, and love through food and laughter. Directed by NAATC founder and CEO Lakeisha Lorraine, “Stew” marks its Indianapolis premiere with a talented cast, including Tracy Nakigozi, who plays the role of “Lil' Mama.”Nakigozi, who portrays a 12-year-old in the play, says audiences will see how food serves as both a storytelling device and a way to bring people together.Stew runs from March 13 to March 30 at the Phoenix Theater Cultural Center, located at 705 N. Illinois St. Tickets for opening night are available starting at $30.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A new theatrical production explores a famous statesman's softer side. If you think you know the story of Winston Churchill, think again. Plus, how New Mexico cut Native American suicide rates nearly in half.

Ron Wilbur, ACTivate Music Director, the professional performing arts training program for high school and middle school aged children that is part of the broader organization Voices Amplified, a collective dedicated to empowering artists and creating equitable spaces in arts education and theater performance, is proud to present Make Them Hear You, a musical theater cabaret series that celebrates the extraordinary contributions of African American artists through powerful performances of songs and spoken word.  "Make Them Hear You is a vibrant tapestry of artistry and resilience,” says director, Ron Wilbur. “Through every note sung and every word spoken, we illuminate the boundless beauty and depth of Black artistic expression, inviting our community into a shared celebration of unity, empowerment, and the transformative power of storytelling."Ron is a native of Atlanta Georgia, and he studied at University of Kentucky, focusing on vocal music education.While studying there, he broadened his knowledge, diversely, in many areas of music, ranging from classroom management to effective stylings of vocal jazz. Mr. Wilbur has had the opportunity to perform several titular characters such as: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Sweeney Todd), Ragtime (Colehouse Walker, Jr.) and The Wiz (Lion). Ron was also a featured vocalist on NBC's hit television series, “The Sing-Off” (Season 4) with the University of Kentucky “acoUstiKats.”​Vanessa Becker Weig is Co-Founder and Executive Artistic Director of Voices Amplified (formerly known as The Girl Project) and is on the Part-Time Music and Theatre Faculty at Eastern Kentucky University. She trained at the professional actor B.F.A. training program at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio and most recently trained with Anne Bogart and the SITI Company at their summer institute through Skidmore College.  She has over 100 directing, choreography, and performance credits. Since moving to Lexington 15 years ago, she has directed or choreographed numerous productions for Voices Amplified, Woodford Theatre,  Leeds Center for the Arts. the School for the Creative and Performing Arts,, and many more including several award-winning productions for the Itheatrics Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta. She was the Education Director for Woodford Theatre from 2015-2019 founding the Woodofrd Theatre Young Artist Program, and served as Artistic Director for the theatre in 2019 and 2020. Prior to moving to Lexington, Vanessa served for ten years as the Education Director and Resident Director/Actor for the Phoenix Theatre (now CATCO). At the Phoenix, she directed, choreographed, and appeared in more than fifty productions and designed and implemented classes, camps, workshops, and in-school residencies. Vanessa specializes in movement theatre and theatre styles such as Kabuki, Commedia Del ‘Arte, Laban, Puppets and Masks, and Musical Theatre.  She was in the regional tour of the musical The Secret Garden, which incorporated both deaf and hearing actors and won several Central Ohio artistic excellence awards. Vanessa is a proud recipient of a Bluegrass Alliance for Women Impact Award and the prestigious Freddie G Fellowship from Music Theatre International. When she has a spare moment, Mrs. Weig appears on stage. Some of her favorite local roles include Gynecia in Head Over Heels with Voices Amplified, Morticia in The Addams Family with Leeds Theatre,  Paulette in Legally Blonde with KCT Summerfest, Madame De La Grande Bouche in Beauty and the Beast and The Warden in Holes with Lexington Children's Theatre.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html

Join Nick and Hannah as they dive into the movie adaptation of Wicked! They share their thoughts on how it stacks up against the beloved stage production and debate the decision to release it in two parts. Then, they take a sharp turn into Neverland with a glittering review of Peter Pan by Tuckshop. This fabulous drag pantomime is playing every Monday night at London's Phoenix Theatre.  #WickedMovie #MusicalTheatre #WestEnd #DragPanto #PeterPan #PhoenixTheatre #Tuckshop #TheatreTalk #BroadwayToHollywood #MusicalPodcast

Following the Arts Council England NPO funding that was secured in 2023, the Phoenix has been able to look to the future Their vision was shown through a documentary when they re opened last Saturday (26th October). Along with this there were activities for all ages held throughout the day. Even though they are looking towards the future, they also pay tribute to the heritage of the building. A real celebration of the arts in the local community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Good Morning, Good News” News Director Greg Taylor talks with Shantel Dow, Executive and Artistic Director, Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts about the 2024/2025 shows, the NEW Music on the Mezz, Phoenix Theatre and more! Sponsored by Pier 55 Red Wing Area Seniors.

“Good Morning Red Wing” News Director Greg Taylor talks with Shantel Dow, Executive and Artistic Director, Sheldon Theatre of Performing Arts about the 2024/2025 shows, season packages, Phoenix Theatre and more!

Nick and Dustin discuss the biggest key for the Guardians in the second half and Phoenix Theatres owner Cory Jacobson and VP Product Development Jordan Hohman join the show. 

On July 13, the Phoenix Theatre in Melbourne will host the children's puppet show “Masha and Michelle”, inspired by the fairy tale Masha and the Bear. Theater creator Inessa Fiu came to SBS studio with the puppets to talk about her work. - 13 июля в театре Phoenix в Мельбурне состоится спектакль “Маша и Мишель” детского кукольного театра, вдохновленный сказкой “Маша и Медведь”. Создательница театра Инесса Файю пришла в студию SBS вместе с куклами из спектакля, чтобы рассказать о своей работе.

On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with the leadership team of the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre. For 40 years, Phoenix Theatre has been producing cutting-edge contemporary theatre supporting rising playwrights, local and regional artists, and the stories of unheard voices. Listen in as Tom talks to Artistic Director, Constance Macy, CEO, William Powell, and Associate Artistic, Director Paige Neely.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stranger Things: a bonafide telly phenomenon. The Duffer Brothers' Netflix series has won an army of diehard fans across all demographics with its big budget mix of horror, fantasy and 80s nostalgia that makes sure never to skimp on character or storytelling. Kate Trefry's been a writer on the series since season two and is currently wrapping up the fifth and final season, expected to be released next year. She's also written its stage production and prequel, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, working with the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne and Stephen Daldry to bring Hawkins to the Phoenix Theatre in London. As well as a slew of five-star reviews, Stranger Things: The First Shadow recently picked up the best new entertainment or comedy play at the Oliviers.  Our Mick has also seen and been blown away by it, so was chuffed to bits to catch up with Kate a couple of days after the awards. They're chatting Stranger Things (obviously), the play and the series, being an outsider, winning hearts and minds, new motherhood, and the birth of evil. Visit phoenixtheatre.co.uk for tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ella Karuna Williams is playing Patty Newby in Stranger Things: The First Shadow. Ella is from the US and previously played Patty in multiple workshops of Stranger Things. She  moved to London to make her West End debut in the show which opened at the Phoenix Theatre in December 2023. Stranger Things just won two Olivier Awards for Best Entertainment or Comedy Play and Best Set Design. On screen, Ella appeared in The Equalizer. She is also a singer/songwriter and recently released her debut EP, Silent Noise.  At 18 years old, Ella is our youngest ever In The Frame guest! In this episode she discusses moving to London, taking Stranger Things from workshop to full production, her path into theatre and lots more. Follow Ella on Instagram @ellakarunawilliams and for info about Stranger Things: The First Shadow visit www.uk.strangerthingsonstage.com Hosted by Andrew Tomlins  @AndrewTomlins32  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts.  46s Film Making 46s: Filmmakers talk origins, challenges, budgets, and profits.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Calling all fans of history and true crime.For the first time, the play, ‘And I Will Follow,' will take center stage at the Phoenix Theatre in Indianapolis.On this Life. Style. Live! podcast episode, we learn Joseph Werner, a veteran newspaper reporter from Chicago, investigates a harrowing crime where a former member of an Amish community confesses to the shocking murder of his wife and three children in a small town in Illinois during the early 1900s.Director Tim Ocel and Actor Mark Goetzinger (Joseph Werner), tell us about this true story, the challenges of one actor playing multiple characters and what audience members can fully expect.This is the Life. Style. Live! podcast on the All Indiana Podcast Network.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, Tom goes "On the Aisle" with well known arts patron, Frank Basile. A retired senior VP of the Gene B. Glick company where he worked for 33 years. In addition to his business career, Basile has made a name for himself as a prominent public speaker, author, and community volunteer. Basile and his wife Katrina help support many arts organizations across Central Indiana including: the Indianapolis Arts Center, the Phoenix Theatre, Storytelling Arts of Indiana , The Indiana Historical Society, Fonseca Theater, and the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Join Tom for a conversation with this community treasure.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now for a roundup of accessible arts events as RNIB Connect Radio's Toby Davey catches up with Jess Beal from VocalEyes, the national audio description charity providing access to the arts for blind and partially sighted people to share some of the accessible events that are featured in their regular email newsletter. Audio described shows and events included: The Unfriend - Thursday 25 January, 7.30pm, Wyndham's Theatre, London The Wizard of Oz - Thursday 8 February, 7pm, Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Stranger Things: The First Shadow - Saturday 10 February, 2pm, touch tour 1pm, Phoenix Theatre, London Jesus Christ, Superstar - Saturday 17 February, 2.15pm, touch tour 12.45pm, Curve Theatre, Leicester Mamma Mia! - Saturday 24 February, 3pm, Neville Theatre, London To find out more about these and other up-coming described arts events as well as details about how to sign up to the regular What's On email newsletter do visit the VocalEyes website - https://vocaleyes.co.uk (Image shows the VocalEyes logo. A speech bubble with 'VOCALEYES' written in bold black letters next to it)

From the Noël Coward Theatre, we join Tuppence Middleton to chat about her role as Elizabeth Taylor in The Motive and the Cue, directed by Oscar-winner Sam Mendes. Middleton, who stars opposite Johnny Flynn and Mark Gatiss, tells us about being in a play about putting on a play (Hamlet on Broadway in the Sixties), her experiences with obsessive compulsive disorder, and her new memoir. Nancy and the Nicks review Stranger Things: The First Shadow, which is now on at the Phoenix Theatre, and Macbeth at the Donmar Warehouse, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo.But do we need headphones for the audience to experience 3D ‘binaural sound' throughout the Shakespearean classic?Plus, our hosts discuss the musicals they're looking forward to see in London throughout this year: 2024 is looking to be a corker. For the Standard's interview with Stranger Things star Patrick Vaill click here - and to hear our chat with Mark Gatiss, who plays John Gielgud in the The Motive and the Cue, click here.We love to hear from you, so please do get in touch with comments, questions and anything else that's theatre related at theatrepod@standard.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In The Ticket this month, Laura Sheppard chats to a documentary film maker, Tom Grove, in Havant, and finds out from Rob Sheppard what it was like to adapt A Christmas Carol into a radio play for Shine Radio this Christmas. Julie Butler meets some singers who do something unusual while they're singing, and Alistair Knox-Crawford finds out from Rob Allerston what's coming up at the Phoenix Theatre in Bordon.It's The Ticket from Petersfield's Shine Radio - heard throughout the week and always online at shineradio.uk   Music Credit: One Little Triumph by Blue Dot Sessions. Used under Creative Commons licence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oklahoma! actor Patrick Vaill - who plays scientist Dr Brenner as a young man in the stage adaptation of Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre - joins us to discuss everything from the ‘Upside Down'.This interview is taken from The Standard Theatre Podcast and was recorded in December when the West End show opened.Vaill's role was made famous in the Netflix sci-fi horror series by Hollywood star Matthew Modine - who's also a Standard Theatre podcast alum.To hear Vaill's full interview, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Based on the global hit Netflix series created by the Duffer Brothers, a prequel play set within the universe of STRANGER THINGS has just opened at the Phoenix Theatre in the West End, London. The play, which is called Stranger Things: The First Shadow, features the Creel family and young versions of popular characters Joyce, Hopper, Bob, and Dr Brenner. Get your tickets to STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW in the West End ⬇️ https://prf.hn/click/camref:XXXXXX/destination:https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/stranger-things-the-first-shadow/phoenix-theatre/ (affiliate link) • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 60,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows both in New York, London, Hamburg, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

[TW//Crystal Meth, Intravenous Drug Use] Today I welcome Olivier Award nominated actor Robert Hands who trained at Bristol Old Vic and has been an actor for 35 years appearing in leading roles in film, theatre, television and West End musicals. Robert quit alcohol in his late 20's but many years after was offered to smoke methamphetamine and within three months he was injecting crystal meth. Robert lost absolutely everything but he then went on an incredible journey of recovery and getting his career and life back on track. Robert now has a happy and healthy life and he is a hero for telling his story today to help others. Robert was recently nominated for an Olivier Award for his role in 'Come From Away' in The West End at The Phoenix Theatre and has a huge body of theatre work at all the top venues. He also played Sir Robin in the original London cast of 'Spamalot!' and is a a member of Edward Hall's world-renowned all male Shakespeare company 'Propeller.' He also played the lead in the cult horror film 'The Lesson', as well as appearing regularly on the tv in Endeavour, Berlin Station, Noughts and Crosses, Tom Jones and the yet to be screened 'Masters of the Air” for Apple TV. He is probably best known for his television roles in Sharpe's Battle, Doctor Who and The House of Eliott, as well as the films Charlotte Gray, Anna and The King, and the Academy Award-winning (Best Picture) Shine. 0:00 Intro 3:29 Robert's rock bottom 18:27 What is crystal meth? 20:08 Robert's progression to injecting 30:48 The dangers of methamphetamine 32:45 Breaking down the stereotypes of a drug addict 35:58 Low self esteem, addiction and performing 40:15 How do you balance challenges of the performing arts industry and relapse? 46:58 Chem sex 48:28 How Robert became a survivor 53:28 Inspiration for those that feel hopeless This Podcast is not for profit but my goal is to break even. To help me make more please donate here. Thank you! https://bit.ly/3kSucAs If you've been affected by any of the issues discussed on today's episode we recommend contacting the following organisations: SMART Recovery - https://smartrecovery.org.uk/ Narcotics Anonymous - https://ukna.org/ Follow Robert Instagram - https://instagram.com/rob.hands Twitter - https://twitter.com/RobertHands7 Follow Oliver Instagram - https://bit.ly/3IemHLY Twitter - http://bit.ly/3GQYj2l Facebook - http://bit.ly/3w8S1Gx LinkedIn - http://bit.ly/3kp4ymC TikTok - https://bit.ly/3YGLsYm Listen or watch on: YouTube - https://youtu.be/2qlhqijv3hI Spotify - https://bit.ly/46Om6fl Apple - https://apple.co/41IrJt4 or search 'School of Rock Bottom' where you listen to your podcasts. About this podcast - Welcome to the School Of Rock Bottom Podcast with Oliver Mason. I work as an actor, voice-over artist, Performing Arts School Principal and a Mental Health Coach. It's these careers and passions combined that have inspired this podcast! People working in the entertainment and performing arts industry are twice as likely to experience depression, are up to 15x more likely to suffer from anxiety and those working across all the creative industries are 3x more likely to suffer a mental health problem. In this podcast, we invite creatives who have lived through a rock bottom but have survived! These stories need to be heard to help others realise that no matter how bad things seem there is hope and always a way out.

After living in three haunted houses and experiencing the paranormal since childhood, she became a paranormal researcher in 2010 after watching Ghost Hunters and going on my first public ghost hunt with Amy Bruni at the Phoenix Theatre in Petaluma, California.   In the aftermath and reconstruction following the destruction of her home in the 2017 Tubbs Fire, she made the decision that investigating the paranormal was what she wanted to do in her free time.  Her focus continues to be historic hauntings which blends her passions for history and the paranormal.  In her work as a historic haunting researcher, she attempts to connect paranormal activity to a historic event, or the people associated with a property. In February of 2023, she took a leap back into her first passion, storytelling, and began to write about her adventures in the paranormal world for a book entitled, “The Paranormal Pages.” Two of the stories can be found in the February-March Nationwide and International and the March California editions of “American Paranormal Magazine.”  The book is slated for release in early 2024.

After living in three haunted houses and experiencing the paranormal since childhood, she became a paranormal researcher in 2010 after watching Ghost Hunters and going on my first public ghost hunt with Amy Bruni at the Phoenix Theatre in Petaluma, California.   In the aftermath and reconstruction following the destruction of her home in the 2017 Tubbs Fire, she made the decision that investigating the paranormal was what she wanted to do in her free time.  Her focus continues to be historic hauntings which blends her passions for history and the paranormal.  In her work as a historic haunting researcher, she attempts to connect paranormal activity to a historic event, or the people associated with a property. In February of 2023, she took a leap back into her first passion, storytelling, and began to write about her adventures in the paranormal world for a book entitled, “The Paranormal Pages.” Two of the stories can be found in the February-March Nationwide and International and the March California editions of “American Paranormal Magazine.”  The book is slated for release in early 2024.

One of the highlights of this theatrical year was the Almeida's acclaimed production if A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE which won the Olivier Award for Best Revival of a Play and went on to transfer to the Phoenix Theatre in the West End. The play starred Paul Mescal, Patsy Ferran and Anjana Vasan and was directed by Rebecca Frecknall. Check out the new review for Mickey-Jo's thoughts on this lauded production... use code MICKEYJO35 for £35 off a BYMT summer camp: https://britishyouthmusictheatre.org/take-part/courses • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 60,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows both in New York, London, Hamburg, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

Actor Matthew Modine tells us about To Kill a Mockingbird, performing again in London, and Stranger Things conspiracy theories.We discuss A Streetcar Named Desire, starring Normal People's Paul Mescal, now on at the Phoenix Theatre.Also, Berlusconi: A New Musical at Southwark Playhouse's new Elephant space.Plus, what's been happening in theatre this week, research shows audiences are behaving badly and front of house staff are struggling to cope since the pandemic, as well as our tributes to Paul O'Grady and Janine Shalom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back!! The F.A.B podcast crew took a field trip to interview two actors from "Two Mile Hollow" by Leah Nanako Winkler,  a play premiering at the Phoenix Theatre March 31- April 30, in downtown Indianapolis! This comedy centers on a wealthy white family gathering together to dish secrets and drink wine one last time in their Hamptons estate before the home is sold. A BIOPIC cast turns the “rich white family with secrets” genre on its head and splits it open for laughs and stinging insight.  Joined by Paige Elisse and Jay Fuqua, the ladies got to hear the actor's initial reaction to the script, how they prepared for their roles as whyte ppl, and if the blonde wigs they had to wear were giving!! Tap in for a wonderful conversation that will make you want to buy your ticket immediately and be front and center for this unique and entertaining show!! Trigger Warning: Adult content & language. Please be advised this show is for adults 18 and up and the open minded. We are not professionals, or educators...just friends having candid conversations. Dedication:  TO OUR SPONSOR We would like to dedicate this episode to **The Phoenix Theatre and Cultural Center** located in Downtown Indianapolis for sponsoring the show!! We're extremely grateful for the opportunity to attend opening night of the show Friday, March 31st 2023. The doors open at 8pm!  Come down to the Phoenix Theatre and see TWO MILE HOLLOW  if you are in the Indianapolis area.  It's the final play of the 2022/2023 season! Don't miss out - get your tickets today! The Phoenix Theatre – “Plays With Fire” Single Tickets are now on sale, $25-$45. Discounted $15 tickets are available to students – use the PROMO CODE “student15” and show your Student ID at the door. https://www.phoenixtheatre.org/buy-tickets or @phoenixtheatreindy on IG.Kat: To those breaking abuse cycles.   **About "Two Mile Hollow"*(Genre - satire, dark comedy, drama).Ger ready to witness a BIPOC cast turning the tables on the "rich white family with secrets" genre, and bringing their own unique perspective to the table. In this play, a wealthy white family gathers at their lavish Hamptons estate for one last hurrah before it's sold. They drink wine, spill secrets, and bicker like there's no tomorrow, all while enjoying the beautiful view of the water. ** About the Playwright: *  Leah Nanako Winkler is a Japanese-born American playwright currently living in New York City. She attended Tates Creek High School and has a Masters of Fine Arts from Brooklyn College. Her play “God Said This” won the 2018 Yale Drama Series Prize. Her play Two Mile Hollow recently won the Francesca Primus Prize. She is a recipient of a 2020 Steinberg Prize in Distinguished Playwriting. https://leahnanako.com Born: Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan Books: Hot Asian Doctor Husband, MORE Notable work: Kentucky, Two Mile Hollow, God Said This About the Director: Director Mikael Burke : | Michael Burke | Is a freelance director and educator based in Chicago. Masters of Fine Art, Directing: from The Theatre School at Depaul University /Princess Grace Award - Theatre, 2017  https://mklburke.com/about  **About our guests:*  Paige Elisse (Neely) @iampaigeelisse  Jay Fuqua @officially_fuqua   ** Two Mile Hollow Cast: **(In alphabetical order) Eddie Dean, Paige Elisse, Jay Fuqua, Arianne Villareal, and Milicent Wright *Two Mile Hollow Crew/Creatives: *(In no particular order) Creatives Sound Design - Brian Grimm /Stage Manager - Danielle Buckel Klein / Infection Control Safety Manager - Jackie Mahon   Set Design - Insung Park /Projection Design - Katie Phelan/ Assistant Stage Manager - Emily Root/ Costume Design - Tonie Smith  /Lighting Design - Eric Watkins/ Intimacy Choreographer - Claire Wilcher *Stranger than Fiction: *None this week *Email us at thefabpodcast@gmail.com with your book suggestions and "Stranger Than Fiction" stories; we would love to share them on the show!! Please reach out and let us know how we are doing!! You can find us online by clicking here https://linktr.ee/Fabpod  Please subscribe to www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com to enjoy bonus content, weigh in on upcoming topics, and help us start a monthly live wine down for our F.A.B. FAM! Don't forget to follow, rate, review, and SHARE our podcast! Thank you!

Anita and Annie are joined by Kalpona Akter, an ambassador for The Circle who worked in a garment factory when she was just 12 years old. The government's first Menopause Employment Champion Helen Tomlinson joins the programme to discuss how she will advise employers on improving workplace support for women experiencing menopause symptoms. And we hear about a revival of Tennessee Williams's 1947 drama of passion, delusion and mental illness – A Streetcar Named Desire. Following a run at the Almeida Theatre in January it has transferred to the West End and opens at the Phoenix Theatre in London on Monday. The play dramatizes the experiences of Blanche DuBois, a former Southern belle who, after encountering a series of personal losses, leaves her once-prosperous situation to move into a shabby apartment in New Orleans rented by her younger sister Stella and brother-in-law, Stanley. Patsy Ferran and Anjana Vasan, who play Blanche and Stella respectively, join Anita Rani to discuss their characters and the sisters' relationship. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Studio Manager: Tim Heffer

Conversation with choreographer Mara Glass about the new contemporary dance work 'Let Them Be Messy' showing at The Phoenix Theatre in Wollongong as part of 2023 March Dance festival. Inspired by the women of Greek mythology, Let Them Be Messy envisions matriarchal society where women are afforded the same freedoms as men, including those pertaining to the emotions we tend to label as ‘not feminine'. More about Mara Glass: https://www.maraglass.org/ Sympoiesis radio show is produced on the Gadigal land of the Eora nation, traditional custodians of this land. We pay our respect and gratitude to the elders past, present, and yet to come. Facebook: www.facebook.com/sympoiesisradioshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/sympoiesis_radio_show PRESENTER/INTERVIEWER: Ira Ferris (www.instagram.com/artemisprojects)

This week's guest is Actor, Playwright, and Musician Ben Asaykwee. Originally from Anderson, Indiana, Ben is a multi-disciplinary performer, writer, and musician. As an actor, he can be seen on stages regularly throughout the midwest including the Phoenix Theatre, IndyFringe, Actors Theatre of Indiana, Beef 'n Boards and The Indianapolis Children's Museum. As a playwright/composer he has contributed to Indianapolis theatre organizations Q Artistry, Phoenix Theatre, and The Indianapolis Children's Museum. Ben is staring in the upcoming musical ProZack the Sad Elf. This musical is a Hilarious and Playfully Irreverent, ONE-ELF SHOW and it lands at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre this December! Single Tickets are NOW ON SALE, $25-$32. https://www.phoenixtheatre.org/buy-tickets

In episode 14 of the Voices of Indy podcast, Ophelia Wellington joins Josh Gillespie for the program. Ms. Wellington is the founder and the Executive Director of the Freetown Village Living History Museum - A Living Experience in African American History. We discuss the mission, of Freetown Village, the history of Indianapolis and the upcoming performance of Sign of the Times, a one-woman play at the Phoenix Theatre. More about Sign of the Times - Beginning in the mid 19th century, the Women's Suffrage Movement battled for women to gain their rights at the ballot box. Victory came through with the ratification of the 19th Amendment of the United States Constitution in August of 1920. On November 2, 1920, Gwendolyn Harris - a school teacher - would vote for the first time, as the third generation of women in her family who fought for this very moment. Hear Gwendolyn's journey on getting to the historic day when all women were given the right to vote and the joy it brought her to cast her ballot. Celebrate the passing of the 19th Amendment with this one-woman play. Individual and group tickets available. Friday, October 14, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Find out more about Freetown Village at https://www.freetown.org/.

In episode 12 of the Voices of Indy podcast, the cast of the Phoenix Theatre (Indianapolis) production of tick, tick, Boom sat down with Josh to discuss their upcoming run. Patrick Dinnsen (Jonathan), Gabriela Gomez (Susan) and Eddie Dean (Michael) along with Director Emily Ristine Holloway talk about their backgrounds, the impact of working on a musical like this as well what it's like to work with a small cast. tick, tick...Boom! will be running at the Phoenix Theatre Sept. 30 - Oct. 30. You can get tickets at https://www.phoenixtheatre.org/ Eddie Dean Humbled to be making his return to Phoenix Theatre, this Indianapolis, IN native hopes to motivate and inspire self-reflection through Storytelling. He has recently been seen here in NNPN Rolling World Premiere Play The Magnolia Ballet by Terry Guest. He also portrayed ‘Gator' in Memphis The Musical at Indiana Performing Arts Center and ‘Bobby' in The Color Purple at Civic Theatre in Carmel, Indiana. Other credits include men's understudy for Ain't Misbehavin' and Dante Williams in World Premiere Play SUPADUPA DUPA KID at Barrington Stage Company. All Glory to God! @JustEddieDean . Patrick Dinnsen is an actor/singer/musician hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, now residing in New York City. Elon MT Grad. Favorite roles include Younger Brother (Ragtime), Eddie Birdlace (Dogfight), and Henry (Next To Normal). He most recently was seen cruising around the Norwegian Fjords as the lead singer/guitarist of the Rolling Stone Rock Room Band for Holland America. Patrick is also a singer-songwriter and has a band with his co-star and fiancée, Gaby, called Ella-Trick. You can see the two of them playing together on the Disney Wonder this winter. Much love to Mom, Dad, Michael & Jesse, Scott & Anna, Kelly, and the kids. Instagram: @pdinns Gabriela Gomez is a Virginia Beach native who resides in New York, New York. She is incredibly excited to be in Indy for this dream of a show. Favorite roles includes Princess Jasmine (Disney Cruise Line's Aladdin), Vanessa (In the Heights), Luisa (Milagro). She is passionate about music and writing for her band, Ella Trick with co-star & fiancé, Patrick Dinnsen. Elon MT. Pantera/Murphy Agency. Much love and gratitude to my family- without you I am nothing! Emily Ristine Holloway is grateful for the opportunity to direct this beautiful musical as the start to the Phoenix Theatre's season. As the artistic director and founding member of Summer Stock Stage and Eclipse, she has directed and produced nearly forty musicals in the last twenty seasons. In addition to producing and directing, Emily also works as a performer. Many of her favorite roles were here at The Phoenix Theatre- Helen in Fun Home, Kate Monster in Ave Q, and Diana in Next to Normal. Emily does voice over work, works as a studio singer, produces school theater and teaches and directs theatre at Butler University.

Linda Hirshman is a lawyer, cultural historian and the author of The Color of Abolition: How a Printer, a Prophet, and a Contessa Moved a Nation, Reckoning: The Epic Battle Against Sexual Abuse and Harassment, Sisters in Law: How Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World, Victory: The Triumphant Gay Revolution and many other books. Sisters in Law was a New York Times and Washington Post Best Seller and NPR pick of the year for 2015. The stage adaptation of Sisters in Law will premiered on April 3, 2019 at the Phoenix Theatre. The 2017 ABC miniseries When We Rise was based in part on the story of Victory: The Triumphant Gay Revolution. Linda received her J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School and her PhD in philosophy from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and she has taught philosophy and women's studies at Brandeis University. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, Slate, Newsweek, the Daily Beast, and POLITICO. She joined the podcast to talk about her bestselling book Sisters in Law, the legacy of Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sandra Day O'Connor, abortion and the the Supreme Court, and her latest book The Color of Abolition. Links: Webpage: https://www.lindahirshman.com/

First of all, could you have cooler name? Vincent Van Vleet. His name grabs you from the start, and then, just consider yourself "done been grabbed". He is as charming as he is handsome, and charming fights for it's place at the top of the list with smart, capable, driven, humble and kind. to name a few contenders. I love his story. And I love Vince.

Arts and Entertainment from in and around Petersfield. Laura Sheppard celebrates the arts across the Petersphere, talking to musicians, artists and makers, poets, dancers, thespians, composers; bringing together the talents in the area. What an eclectic mix this month, comedy, theatre, music and arts and crafts. Laura chats to some ladies from Cascade about their upcoming Love to Sing Course. Eileen Riddiford from the Petersfield Arts & Crafts Society celebrates the PACS exhibition at Petersfield's Festival Hall. Alison Glasspool finds out about live comedy coming to the area from Paul Cox of Epic Comedy. Marianne Smith, the accordion player who you may have seen at the end of Ram's Walk in the Waitrose Car Park in Petersfield has a chat with Laura, as does Carly Smallman, who is bringing the intriguing show Tarot, Nice to Meet You to the Phoenix Theatre in Bordon.  Lastly, Sean Ridley shares some wonderful news from the TPS Studio and shares details of the upcoming Autumn/Winter programme. It's all in The Ticket from Petersfield's Shine Radio - Wednesdays nights at 9, Sunday mornings at 7 and always online at shineradio.uk or on your favourite podcast app. Music Credit: One Little Triumph by Blue Dot Sessions. Used under Creative Commons licence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theatre First Episode 349Stream podcast episodes on demand from www.biteszhq.com (mobile friendly).The Importance of Being Jewish – (Red Stitch, Melbourne, Australia)A romp, The Importance of Being Jewish showcases playwright Rob Selzer's insight and wit.For more details visit: https://www.saltpillar.org.au For more Theatre reviews from Alex, visit https://www.bitesz.com/show/theatre-first/ Subscribe, rate and review Theatre First at all good podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, CastBox.FM, Podbean, Spreaker etc.If you're enjoying Theatre First podcast, please share and tell your friends. Your support would be appreciated...thank you.Theatre First RSS feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/4988589/episodes/feed For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://biteszhq.com #podcast #theatre #stage #reviews #melbourne #australia #review

For our first episode of 2022, we're pleased to share Poems from Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell, written by the Bronte Sisters! This episode was curated by Jenna Isabella and Gina Stanton and directed and edited by Gina Stanton. It features the vocal talents of Amanda Booth, Jennifer Wallace, Emma Burke-Covitz, Samantha Sanyshyn, Jenna Isabella, and Gina Stanton.This episode is available on our website at www.phoenixtheatreartsco.com/audio-drama-series . PTAC's Audio Drama Series is a production by the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Company. Original PTAC music by Brian Sanyshyn.For a full listing of credits, visit us at phoenixtheatreartsco.com. While you're there, please consider clicking the donate link. That would be delightful! Have comments or questions? Email us at phoenixtheatreartsco@gmail.com, or find us on social media!Join us on January 27 for Oscar Wilde's "The Remarkable Rocket!"Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=39614413&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww-phoenixtheatreartsco-com.filesusr.com%2Fhtml%2Ffc904a_bf415b2f3775c2232bf37768b59b0b07.html&utm_medium=widget)

Actor Mark Dugdale (Come From Away) joins West End Frame Editor, Andrew Tomlins, to round up his Top 5 Performances of 2021!Thank you for listening to The West End Frame Show in 2021. We're back tomorrow to round up our top shows of the year.Mark is starring as Kevin T in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. He was formerly part of the original cast as a standby. Mark's West End credits include: Jersey Boys (Piccadilly), The Commitments (Palace), We Will Rock You (Dominion), Les Misérables (Sondeim) and Chicago (Cambridge).He has also appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park Open Air), Jest End (Leicester Square), Have a Nice Life (Union), Alice: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast and Merry Christmas Betty Ford (Lyric Theatre, Belfast), The Threepenny Opera (Opera Northern Ireland) plus the UK tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Boy Friend (UK Tour).Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  

Happy Christmas Eve! We are delighted to share with you a collection of "Christmas Tales and Stories," including Christmas Greetings by Lewis Carol, A Letter from Santa Clause by Mark Twain, the Yes, Virginia letter, and Jingle Bells, performed live by PTAC's Candy Cane Carolers. This episode was curated, directed, and edited by Gina Stanton and features the vocal talents of Devin Trager, Emma Burke-Covitz, Mike Stanton, Jenna Isabella, and Gina Stanton.This episode is available on our website at www.phoenixtheatreartsco.com/audio-drama-series!  PTAC's Audio Drama Series is a production by the Phoenix Theatre and Arts Company. Original PTAC music by Brian Sanyshyn.For a full listing of credits, visit us at phoenixtheatreartsco.com. While you're there, please consider clicking the donate link. That would be delightful! Have comments or questions? Email us at phoenixtheatreartsco@gmail.com, or find us on social media!Join us in the new year for more fun and exciting episodes of our Audio Drama Series!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=39614413&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww-phoenixtheatreartsco-com.filesusr.com%2Fhtml%2Ffc904a_bf415b2f3775c2232bf37768b59b0b07.html&utm_medium=widget)

The famous Blyth Staithes (created for off-loading coal into ships) were the backdrop for one of the grimmest scenes in the Michael Caine classic Get Carter - the smoggy industrial view at the time described by the director as an "absolute vision of hell". Undaunted, comedian Mark Steel travels to this part of Northumberland and finds a fascinating industrial legacy, a posh pub, a very nice beach and prominent indications of its role in the first and second World Wars. Does a town blighted by so many closures show any evidence of green shoots? Mark presents his findings to a local audience at The Phoenix Theatre and as ever gets away with just the right amount of affection rudeness and we learn more about a very distinctive coastal town in the UK. The full box set of all episodes (with well over 50 towns visited) is available now wherever you get your podcasts. Written by and starring...Mark Steel With additional material from Pete Sinclair Production Coordinator...Beverly Tagg Producer...Julia McKenzie A BBC Studios Production.

Ricardo Castro (standby in Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show! Andrew & Ricardo discuss Beauty & The Beast (UK Tour), Indecent Proposal (Southwark Playhouse) and Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) as well as the latest news about Wicked starring Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande, the north American premiere of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Eden Espinosa  and lots more. Ricardo is currently a standby in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. His theatre credits also include: understudy Smokey Robinson in Motown The Musical (West End & UK Tour), Tyrone Jackson in Fame (Gordon Craig & European Tour), Legally Blonde and Sister Act (both Aberystwyth) and Gobsmacked (Edinburgh). He also works on screen and recently filmed new British crime series The Chelsea Detective. Follow Ricardo on Instagram: @rico_castro Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.  

Mark Dugdale (Kevin T in Come From Away) co-hosts The West End Frame Show!Andrew & Mark discuss Magic At The Musicals (Royal Albert Hall) & Mum by Morgan Lloyd Malcolm (Soho Theatre) as well as the latest news about Six's new West End cast, the Jersey Boys UK tour, Miss Saigon plus more!Mark is starring as Kevin T in the West End production of Come From Away at the Phoenix Theatre. He was formerly part of the original cast as a standby. Mark's West End credits include: Jersey Boys (Piccadilly), The Commitments (Palace), We Will Rock You (Dominion), Les Misérables (Sondeim) and Chicago (Cambridge).He has also appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Regent's Park Open Air), Jest End (Leicester Square), Have a Nice Life (Union), Alice: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast and Merry Christmas Betty Ford (Lyric Theatre, Belfast), The Threepenny Opera (Opera Northern Ireland) plus the UK tours of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and The Boy Friend (UK Tour).Hosted by Andrew Tomlins @Andrew_Tomlins  Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit www.westendframe.co.uk to stay up-to-date with our podcasting adventures.   

We get down with Broadway's Anna of Cleves, Brittney Mack to find out what her process has looked like to develop her character in the hit Broadway show. If you are listening to this on Apple Podcast, we'd love it if you could share your love in a review! ABOUT BRITTNEY MACK: A.R.T.: SIX. Off-Broadway: Black Nativity. Tour: Memphis (Ethel/Ensemble), Networks. Regional: SIX, Chicago Shakespeare Theater; Beehive (Tina Turner), Merry-Go-Round Playhouse; Ain't Misbehavin' (Charlaine), Avenue Q (Gary Coleman, 2014 ariZoni Theatre Awards), Memphis (Ensemble/Dance Captain), All Night Strut (Myself), Beehive (Tina Turner/Dance Captain), Little Shop of Horrors (Crystal/Dance Captain), Phoenix Theatre; All Shook Up (Lorraine), The Palace Theatre; Hairspray, (Lil Inez), All Shook Up (Lorraine, 2011 ariZoni Theatre Awards) Arizona Broadway Theatre; The Wiz (Ensemble/Evilene u/s), Maine State Music Theatre; In the Heights (Carla), Shrek (Voice of Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy), Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts; Ain't Misbehavin' (Charlaine), Roxy Regional Theatre; RENT (Alexi Darling/Ensemble), All Shook Up (Lorraine), Seacoast Repertory Theatre. International: Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines (Production Singer). TV: “Empire” (Feature Dancer), FOX. Education: Certificate from Integrated Program, American Musical and Dramatic Academy. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Brittney Mack on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brittmack8 SIX on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sixonbroadway SIX on Facebook: www.facebook.com/sixbroadway Get Your Tickets: www.sixonbroadway.com --- Come say hi to us! Facebook: @PageToStagePodcast @BroadwayPodcastNetwork Instagram: @PageToStagePodcast @TheMaryDina @BrianSedita @BroadwayPodcastNetwork Twitter: @TheMaryDina @BwayPodNetwork Youtube: @PageToStagePodcast @BroadwayPodcastNetwork #PageToStagePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angela Mwandanda, popularly known as Shinde, is a multi-talented artist, thespian, musician and most recently a top marketer. Over the years, she has charmed us with her presence on stage as well as left us singing along to her superb hits with the all girl trio of Tatuu. I got to sit down with her and talk about her life journey. #ThePlayHouse #cta101 MPESA Till (Buy Goods) 5236949 Send Wave (+254) 701-000-777 Support us to continue making podcasts - http://bit.ly/donatecta

Bill Myers Inspires  The idea of being "authentic" is a truly a challenge for each and every one of us, as we navigate the concerns of others and what they may think of you. Not to mention what the vulnerabilities and fear of how we see ourselves. Becoming comfortable in your skin may seem easy for most, bu additional concerns factor in when you are a person of color. Tom Alvarez - A principal of Klein & Alvarez, LLC, Alvarez is a freelance journalist. For 40 years, he has covered theatre, dance and music for numerous publications. He appears on WISH-TV's “Indy Style” as a regular contributor and writes a blog, “On the Aisle,” on his website TomAlvarez.studio. Most recently, he was the co-writer, co-producer, lyricist and producer of “Calder, The Musical,” the best-selling show of IndyFringe Festival 2016 and a top-selling, full-length production presented at IndyFringe Basile Theatre in January and February 2017. He also co-produced the “Calder, The Musical” CD cast recording. An actor/model, Alvarez has appeared in hundreds of print ads and numerous videos and TV commercials. He is represented by Helen Wells Agency and Heyman Talent Artists Agency. As a performer, Alvarez has acted in community theatre productions and sang with the Indianapolis Men's Chorus. After studying speech and theatre at Indiana University, he began his career at RTV6, where he was employed for 15 years as a producer/director and on-air talent. As an entrepreneur, he owned and operated The Alvarez Group, a film and video production company for ten years. During that time, he produced an Emmy-winning documentary titled “James Dean and Me” that aired in 1996 on the TLC television network. Also an arts administrator, he was the managing director of the Edyvean Repertory Theatre and executive director of Ballet Internationale. A community leader, Alvarez has served on numerous committees and boards, including the Phoenix Theatre, of which he was a founding member. https://www.kleinandalvarez.com  tomalva@gmail.com ~ More About Bill Myers Inspires ~  Emmy Award-winning actor Bill Myers is an accomplished actor, jazz musician, filmmaker, writer, educator, and speaker. As a bi-racial man who is both black and white, Bill leverages his background, talents, and voice through creativity, compassion, and connection as activism for social justice to focus on uniting the divide and compelling change. In a civic leadership capacity, he has served as President of the African American Jazz Caucus in NYC, member of the Indianapolis Cultural Development Committee, and served as President of the Indianapolis Downtown Optimist Club. In addition to his Emmy Award, Bill has received many awards and notable commissions for his work including being commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art to create an original work for Dr. Martin Luther King Day entitled “The Music, Martin & Me.” Bill Myers seeks to encourage, enlighten, and empower others through the power of entertainment to affect social justice. You can find him at his website Billmyersinspires.com, Bill Myers Inspires on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/billmyersinspires/, Twitter https://twitter.com/bmyersinspires1, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/billmyersinspires/  , or via email billmyersinspires@gmail.com. To get more of Bill Myers Inspires, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/bill-myers-inspires/

The cultural and theatrical life of the Hoosier capital suffered two huge losses during the third week of September 2020. Within the space of three days, Indianapolis learned of the death of two of its most creative, boundary-pushing directors: Ron Spencer, founder and artistic director of Theatre on the Square (TOTS), and Bryan Fonseca, who co-founded the Phoenix Theatre. We hope to cover Fonseca and his work in theatre on a future show, but for now we turn our attention to the life of Ron Spencer, who grew up in McCordsville but attended high school in Indianapolis.  Ron Spencer's long life on the stage began as a child and extended all the way into his final years in Puerto Vallarta, where he moved after retiring from Theatre on the Square in 2014. And while he was well known as a director of shows at TOTS, he also made his mark as an actor, singer, and playwright.  Among Ron's writing credits: Dearest, a Mommy Musical, based on the tell-all book written by Christina Crawford about her tumultuous relationship with mother, actress Joan Crawford.  The camp, over-the-top production of Dearest - directed by Ron for the Indianapolis Fringe Festival and a follow-up TOTS production - was emblematic of his love for Hollywood stars of a certain age and their camp-classic films.  Under his leadership, TOTS held a "film noir" series which re-imagined revered (if sometimes ironically) cinematic gems like Mildred Pierce (1945) and Whatever Happened to Baby Jane (1962) as tongue-in-cheek stage plays, with Ron reenacting the roles originated by Bette Davis and other iconic female stars of the era. It would be a mistake, however, to consider only the amusing and camp aspects of Ron's theatrical work. As the artistic director of Theatre on the Square, he spearheaded the production of such important plays as Corpus Christi by Terrence McNally, which raised questions about spirituality and sexuality. And it was no accident that many TOTS shows featured the perspective of members of marginalized communities. As a gay man who came of age in the late 1950s and early 1960s, Ron knew what it meant to be treated as an outsider and understood the power of theatre to offer hope and change hearts.  In a memorable TOTS production of a musical featuring the work of composer George Winters, Ron sang the song "It Gets Better," a plea to LGBT youth being bullied by peers to look beyond the torment and see the rich, rewarding life that awaits them as adults. The discussion of Ron Spencer's life will be led by Hoosier History Live associate producer Mick Armbruster, filling in for our regular host, Nelson Price. Mick will be joined by phone by two guests who knew and worked with Ron Spencer over the course of many years: Jeannie Logan, who worked with Ron on numerous musicals at Theatre on the Square and other local venues. For decades, Jeannie has performed as a vocalist all over the country and parts of the world. She currently works as a private vocal coach and also teaches at the Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy in Fishers. And Bill Book, a professional actor who has been performing in the Indianapolis area since the early 1980s. He has been directed by, performed on stage with and been close friends with Ron Spencer for over 33 years. Mick, Jeannie and Michael will discuss Ron's early work in theatre, as well as his founding of Theatre on the Square in 1988 at its original location in Fountain Square. TOTS moved to Mass Avenue in 1993 to be part of the burgeoning arts district there. They'll explore the impact TOTS had on the cultural life of Indianapolis, as well as consider the factors that led to its demise in 2018.  Mick plans to open the WICR phone lines early in hope that some of Ron's many friends and theatrical associates will call in at (317) 788-3314 with their stories and memories.

Sharron Liddle has been a David Cassidy fan since the 1970s and is the driving force behind a happy trail of memorials around London which pay tribute to his legacy. Sharron runs the David Cassidy Group of Great Britain on Facebook, which strives to ensure his name and contribution to the musical and cultural fabric of the UK is never forgotten. Their first tribute was a plaque outside the stage door at the Phoenix Theatre where he starred in Willy Russell's Blood Brothers. It was unveiled by radio presenter, Mike Read in September 2018. Other tributes at the time included a star in the Hall of Fame at the Bristol Hippodrome where David starred in Blood Brothers with Clodagh Rogers. In our conversation, Sharron talks about the legacy trail which has evolved which also includes a plaque within the Phoenix Garden opposite the theatre which carries the symbolic words “Dreams, Wishes and Happy Trails”, a Make a Wish Charity virtual wall in his memory, a bench plaque in Hammersmith Park, and a tribute of remembrance at St Giles Church next to the Phoenix. Other memorials have been established at Wembley's Empire Pool (now Arena) where David sold out a record-breaking 6 shows in 3 days in 1973; Heathrow Airport on the site of what was the Queen's Building which fans packed onto when he arrived, or left, the UK in the 1970s. Outside of London there are memorials at Nottingham Concert Hall and on the iconic Sheffield Heart of Steel. Details of all the tributes, animals adopted in his name and charities which have benefitted from the group's work, can be found on this site:  https://bit.ly/34fgATJ Sharron's Facebook group can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/DCgbteam/ You can read more about Sharron's life mission and why he has been so important in her life, in my book, Cherish David Cassidy A Legacy of Love. Published by Unicorn Publishing, Cherish is available from Amazon and major bookstores worldwide.  https://amzn.to/33jQmAh  

On this week's Cultural Manifesto, the Indianapolis-based composer Jordan Munson shares music from his score for the Phoenix Theatre's production of Hotel Nepenthe.

This week, the Great American Songbook Academy, using music to enrich the lives of people with Alzheimer's Disease, the band Eliot Bigger, and a premiere at the Phoenix Theatre. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, painters Justin Vining and Benny Sanders egg each other on, Big Foot Yancey pays a visit, the Phoenix Theatre's new dark comedy, the Museum of Miniature Houses presents free creativity sessions, and a chance to see a collection of copper etchings by Salvador Dali.