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Season 4, Episode 8.Synopsis: Two months, the Tony award winning Lookingglass Theatre in Chicago issued a cease-and-desist letter in response to our story about a young actor named Ayana who says she was left disabled performing a circus act in Lookingglass' production of Circus Quixote. It's a story that has provoked anger and frustration in the Chicago theatre community. Sean's getting personal at the mic to assess just how we got here and to let you know where we are today with Ayana's story.Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter at stagecombatthepodcast.comContact us with a DM and follow us at our instagram @stagecombatthepodcastigor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comSean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone. Disclaimers: Lookingglass Theatre disputes aspects of Ayana Strutz's account of her experience working at Lookingglass. Lookingglass maintains its productions are safe and produced in accordance with union and industry standards. Lookingglass did not respond to our invitation to appear on an episode of this podcast with Ayana and share their side of Ayana's story. This episode should not be construed as medical or legal advice.
Season 4, Episode 9.THIS IS PART 2 OF A TWO-PART EPISODE. LISTEN TO EPISODE 8 FIRST: "The Lookingglass Story: How We Got Here"Synopsis: Two months, the Tony award winning Lookingglass Theatre in Chicago issued a cease-and-desist letter in response to our story about a young actor named Ayana who says she was left disabled performing a circus act in Lookingglass' production of Circus Quixote. It's a story that has provoked anger and frustration in the Chicago theatre community. Sean's getting personal at the mic and asking the question: Can a theatre's response to a crisis be almost as consequential as the crisis itself?Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter at stagecombatthepodcast.comContact us with a DM and follow us at our instagram @stagecombatthepodcastigor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comSean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone. Disclaimers: Lookingglass Theatre disputes aspects of Ayana Strutz's account of her experience working at Lookingglass. Lookingglass maintains its productions are safe and produced in accordance with union and industry standards. Lookingglass did not respond to our invitation to appear on an episode of this podcast with Ayana and share their side of Ayana's story. This episode should not be construed as medical or legal advice.
Season 4, Episode 7.Synopsis: One of our most provocative stories last season was the story of Court Watson, a designer who alleges he was assaulted as a college student at The Lost Colony on Roanoke Island by Tony award winning costume designer William Ivy Long. With Long secretly working on The Queen of Versailles on Broadway this past season, Sean is reconnecting with Court to hear how he feels about that, AND, for the first time on this podcast, one of Long's other accusers, Michael Martin. This episode contains strong language and content regarding sexual assault and harassment that some may find disturbing.If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available by contacting the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE. Help is also available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day by calling or texting 988.Special thank you to Court Watson and Michael Martin.Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter at stagecombatthepodcast.comContact us with a DM and follow us at our instagram @stagecombatthepodcastigor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone.
Season 4, Episode 6.Synopsis: Sean's talking about the invisible disability of hearing loss in the theatre industry with Dallas actor Marianne Galloway, an actor with hearing loss. Plus Sean's getting personal about his own invisible disability for the first time with the listeners. Special thank you to the amazing Marianne Galloway for sharing her story. Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter at stagecombatthepodcast.comContact us with a DM and follow us at our instagram @stagecombatthepodcastigor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone.
Season 4, Episode 4. Five years ago, The Hollywood Reporter published shocking bullying allegations about mega film and Broadway producer Scott Rudin, causing him to be cancelled. Today Rudin is BACK on Broadway and poised to sweep this year's Tony awards with his productions of Death of A Salesman starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf and Little Bear Ridge Road, also starring Metcalf. Sean and clinical psychologist, Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, ask the question: SHOULD Rudin be welcomed back and what does his return say about Broadway?Special thanks to Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, an enthusiastic Broadway fan, who is a clinical psychologist in group private practice in New Hampshire, specializing in the Autism spectrum and gender identity.Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcast . Hear more of Sean's conversation with Dr. Alisa Hurwitz about cancel culture and our "Sean Off Script" mini-episode where Sean goes deeper into the episode.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Grateful acknowledgement for fair use news clips from CBS New York and Inside Edition.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Follow us and contact us with a DM at our instagram: @stagecombatthepodcastig or email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone.
Season 4, Episode 3. With Heated Rivalry, the steamy Canadian TV show about gay hockey players, still on everyone's minds, Sean and intimacy director Nicole Perry are answering your questions about how actors perform sex scenes on stage and in tv and film.Contains adult content.Nicole Perry, MFA, CLMA, CID/C is an award-winning movement professional, working as an intimacy director, an intimacy coordinator on the SAG registry, and a dance choreographer. She was the intimacy coordinator for the new series, “M.I.A.”, now streaming on Peacock. Career highlights include 3 Broward County Artist Investment Grants for KINesphere (site-inspired dance), intimacy coordination for God Forbid (Hulu), and a Carbonell nomination for the intimacy direction of To Fall in Love (Theatre Lab). She is the author of the book Care-full Creativity in Theatre and Dance Education: Consent-Forward, Trauma-Informed, Psychologically Safe Movement Pedagogy. Hear more of Sean's conversation with Nicole Perry plus our "Sean Off Script" mini episode about the making of this episode at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Follow up and Contact us with a DM at Instagram: @stagecombatthepodcastig or email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!Grateful acknowledgement for fair use news clips from CBS Morning; them; Abigail Jenses/Rat Girls Podcast.Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone.
Season 4, Episode 2. Synopsis: Now that the construction dust has settled, can we learn anything from Broadway's 23M flop, The Queen of Versailles starring Kristen Chenoweth? Sean and Matt Koplik, host of Broadway Breakdown, have thoughts about the controversies and the social phenomenon surrounding The Queen of Versailles.Contains strong language.Special thanks to Matt Koplik. Be sure to listen to Matt's podcast, Broadway Breakdown:Broadway Breakdown - Podcast - Apple PodcastsSupport this podcast and listen to our extended interview with Matt Koplik (plus our "Sean Goes Off Script" segment where Sean dives deeper into the episode) at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Follow us and DM us at Instagram @StagecombathepodcastIGor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone. Grateful acknowledgement for fair use news clips from Good Morning America, "On Stage" Spectrum NY1, Theatre Mania, Two on the Aisle, and MickeyJo Theatre.
Season 4, SEASON PREMIERE. Synopsis: Sean talks with Broadway star Andrew Lazar, a veteran of 11 Broadway shows, about his journey of “healing with ALS” and thriving through adversity.Special thanks to Aaron Lazar and The Skin Deep card game. Contains strong language. Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastWatch Aaron Lazar's Impossible Dreams PodcastAaron Lazar: Impossible Dreams - YouTubeHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com) and access mental health resources under "Mental Health."Follow us and DM us at Instagram: StagecombathepodcastIGor email us at Stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comDon't forget to rate and review us on your podcast platform!*This podcast episode does not constitute medical or legal advice. Please consult with your own medical and legal professionals. Aaron Lazar has starred on Broadway 11 times from his debut in Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera to Sting and John Logan's The Last Ship. Other highlights include: the first and only revival of Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music, the world premiere of Impressionism, and The Light in the Piazza at Lincoln Center. On film, Aaron has worked for legendary directors Martin Scorcese in The Wolf of Wallstreet, Clint Eastwood in J.Edgar, Shawn Levy in This is Where I Leave You, the Russo brothers in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame and the Daniels on Best Picture Academy Award Winning, Everything, Everywhere All at Once. Aaron received the Essey Spotlight Award from The ALS Network for his commitment to raise global awareness of ALS which he continues to do today. Sean Hayden is New York City based attorney, actor and advocate for workplaces that are safe, respectful and dignified. As the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC, he produces Stage Combat the Podcast which exposes harmful practices in the entertainment industry and fosters conversations of how to make the workplace better for everyone.
Chris Duval is an educator, actor, director, and fight director whose work has had a lasting impact on the modern practice of stage combat and performance training. He currently serves as Chair and Professor in the Department of Theatre at the University of Utah, where he focuses on developing actors through a fully integrated approach that connects movement, voice, and storytelling. Over the course of his career, Chris has led workshops and masterclasses at universities across the United States, sharing his expertise in theatrical combat and actor training with students and educators nationwide. He has also spent more than two decades working with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, contributing as a fight director, performer, and instructor on a wide range of productions spanning Shakespearean classics and contemporary works. His fight direction and performance credits extend to leading regional theatres across the country, and his influence can be seen in generations of actors and instructors working in stage combat today. A Certified Teacher and Certified Fight Director with the Society of American Fight Directors, as well as a Master Instructor and Senior Fight Director with Dueling Arts International, Chris brings a deeply thoughtful and practical approach to the craft, one that emphasizes the connection between physical action, voice, and text. He is also the author of Stage Combat Arts: An Integrated Approach to Acting, Voice and Text Work, a book that captures his philosophy on performance and physical storytelling. In this episode, we explore the evolution of stage combat, the importance of integration in actor training, and how physical storytelling enhances performance at every level. Please welcome to the show… Chris Duval. Stage Combat Arts: An Integrated Approach to Acting, Voice and Text Work + Video (Theatre Arts Workbooks): DuVal, Christopher: 9781472526656: Amazon.com: Books
SEASON 3 BONUS: While we're preparing the premiere of Season 4 of Stage Combat the Podcast, Sean's looking back on 5 Eye Opening Moments from Season 3. Listen and let us know what was our most impactful moment of the podcast for you!This episode is dedicated in loving memory of actor Bret Shuford. Special thanks to McKey Carpenter, Jessica Webb, Bobby Steggert and "Laura" for sharing their stories with us.Support this podcast and listen to bonus content and insider information at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing by Justin Gerrish. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
BONUS EPISODE: Sean Answers Your Season 2 Burning Questions! (Part One)Get ready because we're spilling all the tea. Let's just say you all had a lot of questions about...Chad! So let's dive right in! And don't miss Part 2 of this episode coming out next week!SPOILER ALERT: Contains spoilers for Seasons 1 and 2 of Stage Combat: A Mental Health StoryEdited by Justin Gerrish and Alex Griffith.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean HaydenProduced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us:Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastigFacebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok StageCombatthePodcastEmail us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comRate, review and follow us on your podcast platform!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter and listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.comClaim Your Story!Mental Health Resources:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues
Sean's back with an all-new Thanksgiving Catch Up Bonus Episode! We're catching you up on all things Stage Combat the Podcast (BIG news about Season 4?). PLUS Sean's got some choice words about Actors' Equity Association and what it did (or didn't do) with the recently ratified Broadway contract which averted a strike! And he's not holding back!Hear more of Sean's conversation at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON and his thoughts about whether Equity President Brooke Shield is the right leader for the union during these difficult times.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastHosted by Sean HaydenEditing and mixing by Alex Griffitt. Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
Send your questions or provocations to Adam or Budi here!In the fist book club episode of the year, Adam and Budi discuss The Poetics written by Aristotle, with commentary from David Bruin. Support the showIf you enjoyed this week´s podcast, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. To submit a question: Voice- http://www.speakpipe.com/theatreofothers Email- podcast@theatreofothers.com Show Credits Co-Hosts: Adam Marple & Budi MillerProducer: Jack BurmeisterMusic: (Intro) Jack Burmeister, (Outro) https://www.purple-planet.comAdditional compositions by @jack_burmeister
SEASON 3 Season Finale! Episode Eighteen. "Walking Away From Broadway"Synopsis: At the end of a season of incredible stories, Sean looks to the future and finds inspiration chatting with Bobby Steggert: an actor who experienced a life-changing epiphany while working on a Broadway stage.Content warning: Strong language.Thank you to Bobby Steggert. And thank you to YOU for your support for this Season 3 of the podcast! We could not have done it without you. Hear more of Sean's conversation with Bobby Steggert at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastAnd experience at Patreon our chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Seventeen. "The Court Watson Story Part Two"Synopsis: Court Watson sets out to tell his story to the media and to hold his former employer accountable for what happened to him on Roanoke Island.Thank you to Court Watson. Content warning: Content dealing with sexual harassment and sexual assault.If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available by contacting the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE. Help is also available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day by calling or texting 988. Hear more of Sean's conversation with Court Watson at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3.And experience at Patreon our chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Sixteen. "The Court Watson Story Part One"Synopsis: Sean investigates what happened between Tony award-winning Broadway costume designer, William Ivey Long, and college student, Court Watson, on Roanoke Island some twenty years ago. Thank you to Court Watson and Adam Stocker. Content warning: Content dealing with sexual harassment and sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available by contacting the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE. Help is also available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day by calling or texting 988. Hear more of Sean's conversation with Court Watson at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3.And experience at Patreon our chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Fifteen. "Franki Take A Bow"Synopsis: Sean investigates whether the unsafe practices of a college theatre program contributed to a young woman's tragic mental health spiral.Special Guests: Franki Mastrone, Jessica Webb, Professor at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Content warning: Content dealing with sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available by contacting the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE. Help is also available at the Suicide and Crisis Lifelife 24 hours a day by calling or texting 988. That's 988. Coming up in 2 weeks: "The Court Watson Story." In a special two-part episode, costumer Court Watson, in his first podcast interview, details his explosive allegations against Tony award winning costume designer William Ivey Long. Hear more of Sean's conversation with Franki at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3.And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Fourteen. "Sean Has Questions For The Union."Synopsis: After hearing the frustrations of listeners about the lack of action by the actors' union in many of the season's workplace stories, Sean goes looking for answers from the union.Special Guest: Abbey Crowley, Business Representative for the Division for Harassment and Discrimination.Special thank you to Abbey Crowley and Gabriela Geselowitz of Actors' Equity Association. Additional thanks to Eddie Pendergraft, Brass Bass and Bret Shuford. If you're being bullied, harassed or you're facing discrimination in a union theatrical production, contact the Actors' Equity Lighthouse hotline 1-800-833-550-0030. You can also report anonymously www.lighthouse-services.com/actorsequity or download the "Anonymous Reporting" App by Lighthouse Services. You can contact Abbey Crowley directly by email at acrowley@actorsequity.orgComing up in 2 weeks: "Franki Takes A Bow" Did the unsafe practices of a college theatre program contribute to a young artist's tragic mental health spiral?Hear more of Sean's conversation with Abbey Crowley at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3.And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Thirteen. "Loving Someone Traumatized By The Industry"Synopsis: Sean's investigating the mental health ripple effect that occurs when an employee is traumatized by an employer. Actor Eddie Pendergraft (the actor from Wicked in Ep 10 "Another Wicked Story"), Eddie's husband Tony and clinical psychologist Dr. Michelle Sherman are all on board to share their insights. Special thank you to Eddie Pendergraft, Tony Mansker, and Dr. Michelle Sherman. And Carole and Ian.Order Dr. Michelle Sherman's book "Loving Someone With A Mental Illness Or A History of Trauma" here:Loving Someone with a Mental Illness or History of Trauma: Skills, Hope, and Strength for Your Journey: Sherman, Michelle D., Sherman, DeAnne M.: 9781421450506: Amazon.com: BooksComing up in 2 weeks: "Sean Has Questions For The Union”Hear more of Sean's conversation with Eddie and Dr. Sherman at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Twelve. "The 2nd Annual Stage Combat Holiday Special!"Synopsis: Sean's reuniting with some of our guests from Season 3 for the holidays to ask probing questions such as "Would you choose The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree or the Charlie Brown Christmas Tree?"Special thank you to Bret Shuford, Brad Bass, Pamela Bob, McKey Carpenter, Kaylin Seckel, Chryssie Whitehead, Alex Griffith and Justin Gerrish. And Ian. Coming up in 2 weeks: Ep 13 "Loving Someone Traumatized By the Industry"At STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON Sean is getting some mental health tips for the holidays from friend to the podcast, Dr. Michelle Sherman.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Eleven. "Revealing Your Darkest Secret: ABC News' Matt Gutman"Synopsis: Thinking about the power of disclosing our secrets causes Sean to revisit his 2023 interview with ABC News' Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman. Special thank you to Matt Gutman, LaQuet Sharnell Pringle and Amelia Morse.Coming up in 2 weeks: It's the Stage Combat Holiday Special!Hear more of Sean's conversation with LaQuet and Amelia at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Ten. "Another Wicked Story: Eddie"Synopsis: Another actor from Wicked on Broadway comes forward to tell Sean his story about the toxic work environment he experienced there and how it traumatized him for years.Special thank you to Eddie Pendergraft.Hear Wicked actor Brad Bass' account of what he called "witch hunts" backstage at Wicked at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON.patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. Plus "Sean Goes Off Script" to dive deeper into this episode.And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Nine. "The 'F' Word"Synopsis: Sean investigates whether there's a problem with using the "family" word in our workplaces.Special thank you to Bret Shuford, Michael McGurk, Nicole Perry, CorBen Williams, Jeanine Bruen, Michael Passaro, Kirsti Carnahan, Greg Roderick, Juliet Lambert Pratt, Mia Scarpa and Frank Mastrone. Stage Combat The Podcast is member supported programming. If you believe in what we are doing, why not support us by becoming a member at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON?patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. Listen to bonus content from this episode: Broadway stage manager Michael Passaro talks about how working at McDonald's shaped his entire career in the theatre. Plus "Sean Goes Off Script" to dive deeper into this episode.And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Hosted by Sean HaydenEditing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Eight. "Putting It Out There: Your Mental Health Story On the Stage"Synopsis: Sean meets two very different performers who claimed their mental health stories by creating their own one-person solo shows: Legendary drag queen Varla Jean Merman aka Jeff Roberson and Broadway actor Chryssie Whitehead. Content warning: Content about suicide.Dial or text 988 24/7 to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are in crisis.Follow Varla Jean Merman on Instagram at @varlajeanmerman and online at varlajean.com. Follow Chryssie on Instagram at @ChryssieWhitehead and @imolctheshow and online at ChryssieWhitehead.com.Stage Combat The Podcast is member supported programming. If you believe in what we are doing, why not support us by becoming a member at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON?patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. Listen to bonus content from this episode: Jeff Roberson talks about the political attacks on drag from the right and Chryssie recalls being a part of the 2008 A Chorus Line documentary "Every Little Step." Plus "Sean Goes Off Script" to dive deeper into this episode.And experience at Patreon our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Editing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Seven. "You're Under Investigation: Laura' Story"Synopsis: After hearing Sean's story about the botched workplace investigation at the Goodspeed Opera House, listener Laura shares her own bonkers workplace investigation story that ended with devastating consequences. Content warning: Content about suicide.Dial or text 988 24/7 to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are in crisis.Special thank you to attorney Mark Carey. Stage Combat The Podcast is member supported programming. If you believe in what we are doing, support us by becoming a member at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastIt's the companion to Season 3. Listen to bonus content from this episode: Sean and attorney Mark Carey get real about employers and HR departments and "Sean Goes Off Script" to dive deeper into this episode. PLUS experience our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Editing by Alex Griffitt. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
David Bunce, local actor/fight choreography/playwright joins us to talk about stage combat, the SAFD (Society of American Fight Directors), and his work on "Red Maple", his play that was produced at Capital Repertory Theatre and Curtain Call Theatre.
SEASON 3 Episode Six. "Charlie At the Crossroads"Synopsis: Sean meets Charlie, a 23-year-old Boston theatre program student. Two months before his graduation, Charlie has an unfiltered conversation with Sean about his hopes, his dreams, his frustrations and how Stage Combat the Podcast has affected him personally as he sits at the crossroads of his life. Strong language.Thank you to Charlie Zuckerman.Stage Combat The Podcast is member supported programming. If you believe in what we are doing, support by becoming a member at STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastEnjoy our companion content to Season 3: Listen to bonus content of Sean's conversation with the students of Boston Conservatory and Sean's personal post-show wrap up of the episode.PLUS experience our original series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Become part of the Stage Combat at Patreon community today!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Five. "Somebody's Going to Get Hurt"Synopsis: Sean asks whether theatre audiences actually understand the dangers that actors face when it comes to staged combat sequences on stage. And do the actors themselves fully understand the risk they are taking on with every performance.Guests: Actor/fight instructor McKey Carpenter; Broadway actor Kaylin Seckel; Boston Conservatory at Berklee fight instructor Angie Jepson. If you're only listening to Stage Combat the Podcast, you're only getting half the Stage Combat experience. Check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to bonus content from this episode: More of Sean's conversation with the Boston Conservatory fight instructor Angie Jepson and Sean's personal post-show wrap up of the episode.PLUS experience our companion series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Your support at Patreon enables us to continue to do our work at Stage Combat the Podcast. Become part of the Stage Combat at Patreon community today!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
Bonus Episode: "Why Actors Bully Other Actors"Hey Stage Combat listeners! We're sharing with you a special full episode sneak preview of one of our companion series from Stage Combat at Patreon: THE MENTAL HEALTH POD. In this episode of THE MENTAL HEALTH POD, Sean and Broadway actor Michael McGurk ask the question "Why Actors Bully Each Other." And Michael shares his own experience of bullying while working on Broadway in The Wedding Singer. If you're only listening to Stage Combat the Podcast, you're only getting half the Stage Combat experience. Check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to Bonus Content from Stage Combat the Podcast episodes with extended conversations and Sean's personal post-show wrap up. Plus you can experience our companion series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.We are member supported programming. We simply can't bring you Stage Combat the Podcast without your support at Patreon. So consider becoming part of the Stage Combat at Patreon community today!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Four. "It's All In Your Mind(fulness)"Synopsis: Almost five years after his collapse from a panic attack on the Goodspeed Opera House stage, Sean looks back at his own search for mindfulness and checks in with a few friends along the way to see how their doing it.Special thanks to somatic psychologist Dr. Brian Tierney @thesomaticdoctor; actor and yoga instructor MaryJayne Waddell @maryjaynewaddell; West End actor Alexander Evans @thepilatestenor; Coloring Broadway CEO Andrea Koehler @coloringbroadway and Joschi.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and sound design by Justin Gerrish.Written and directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.If you're only listening to Stage Combat the Podcast, you're only getting half the Stage Combat experience. Check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to bonus content from this episode: More of Sean's conversation with the Yogi Master and Sean's personal post-show wrap up of the episode.PLUS experience our companion series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Your support at Patreon enables us to continue to do our work at Stage Combat the Podcast. Become part of the Stage Combat at Patreon community today!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Three. "Looking for Jeff"Special Double Length Episode.Synopsis: Sean undertakes a compassionate investigation into the tragic 2018 suicide death of Chicago The Musical actor Jeff Loeffelholz. Content warning: strong language; content and conversations about suicide.Dial or text 988 24/7 to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are in crisis.Special thank you to David Sabella, Brian Rardin, Willem Bart Ebbink, Brian Martin, Brien O'Brien, William Harrison and Bridget McCarthy.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.For more Stage Combat the Podcast, check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to bonus content from this episode: More of our conversation with Chicago actor David Sabella and Sean's post-show wrap up on the episode. PLUS experience our all-new chat podcast series: JUST ACTING and THE MENTAL HEALTH POD.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 PREMIERE! Episode One. "How Are We All OK With This?" Part 1.Synopsis: One year after telling his own podcast story of trauma while working at one of the country's most powerful theatres, Sean explores the stories of listeners who responded to his story. First up: there seems to be a problem with toxic stage managers on Broadway.Content warning: Contains strong language.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Special thank you to Bret Shuford, Brad Bass and Pamela Bob, for CLAIMING THEIR STORIES and for contributions from Taylor Meszaros, Natasha Jackson and Dr. Alisa Hurwitz.Want more Stage Combat community? Check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to bonus content from this episode PLUS experience our all-new chat podcast series:JUST ACTING: It's like getting an acting lesson in your earpods!STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations all artists, and the people who love them, need to hear.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
SEASON 3 Episode Two. "How Are We All OK With This?" Part 2.Synopsis: Synopsis: Sean continues to explore the problem with toxic stage managers and investigates whether our jobs can physically make us sick.Content warning: strong language.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Written and Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Special thank you to Pamela Bob, Bret Shuford and Brad Bass for CLAIMING THEIR STORIES and for special contributions from Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, Dr. Brian Tierney, and Taylor Meszaros.Want more Stage Combat community? Check out STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcastListen to bonus content from this episode PLUS experience our all-new chat podcast series:JUST ACTING: It's like getting an acting lesson in your earpods!STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations all artists, and the people who love them, need to hear.Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter atLanding Page - Stage Combat (stagecombatthepodcast.com)Contact us with a DM at our instagram:Stage Combat
Hi Stage Combat listeners! We are thrilled to announce STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON is officially open!Simple follow this link:patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcast or download the Patreon app and enter search terms "Stage Combat the Podcast"While we wait for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts on July 23rd, you don't have to wait for new content. You can enjoy all new Stage Combat content right now at Patreon. Not only will you get bonus content from our mainstream Stage Combat The Podcast, you will also experience our all-new Stage Combat podcast series which have been created exclusively for the Stage Combat community. What's debuting on Patreon? NEW CONTENT EVERY WEEK in rotation of episodes of:JUST ACTING: It's like getting an acting lesson in your earpods!STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations all artists, and the people who love them, need to hear.WHATCHA POSTIN': Social media commentary about our favorite posts when it comes to theatre, entertainment and lifestyles.So come join the community at Stage Combat At Patreon! We can't wait to see you over there!patreon.com/StageCombatThePodcast
We are so excited to welcome back to Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, the creator/host Sean Hayden. He joined us to talk about the latest, upcoming season of Stage Combat. This is such a powerful and important podcast, and what's in store for Season 3, will continue to raise the bar for this show. So make sure you tune in, and check out this fantastic show!Stage Combat Season 3 Premiering on July 23rdAvailable everywhere you stream podcastsMore information is available at @stagecombatthepodcastigAnd be sure to follow Stage Combat to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@stagecombatthepodcastigAlso, check out their Patreon, for fantastic bonus content. Their account goes live on July 9th!
Hi Stage Combat listeners! It's our FINAL sneak preview of our all-new Stage Combat Bonus Content available only on Patreon. We know you're all getting ready for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, busting out on July 23rd! You'll listen to that bi -weekly podcast wherever you get your podcasts. But there is a whole new world that's going to be waiting for you over at Patreon. Not only will you get bonus content from our mainstream Stage Combat The Podcast episodes, but you will also experience our all-new Stage Combat podcast series which have been created exclusively for the Stage Combat community. What's debuting on Patreon?JUST ACTING: It's like getting an acting lesson in your earpods!WHATCHA POSTIN': Social media commentary about our favorite posts when it comes to theatre, entertainment and lifestyles.STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.AND we're previewing right here, before we even open Patreon to the public, a short preview of our mental health podcast, THE MENTAL HEALTH POD? And in this episode Sean is joined by Season 2 mental health contributor, Courtney Loving. Have you ever been called "highly sensitive?" Sean and Courtney have a few words to say about that! Enjoy this sneak preview of The Mental Health Pod with Courtney Loving as well as the ANNOUNCEMENT DATE FOR THE OPENING OF STAGE COMBAT AT PATREON (Psst...it's Tuesday July 9th!)This episode Hosted by Sean Hayden.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.The Mental Health Pod is a Stage Combat Podcast produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is an attorney/actor/advocate and is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. He serves on the advisory board for HR.com for Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, Ian.Courtney Loving is a licensed trauma therapist based in Sun Valley, Idaho and she is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association.
Hey there! It's our THIRD sneak preview of our all-new Stage Combat Bonus Content coming later in July available only on Patreon. We know you're all getting ready for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, busting out on July 23rd! You'll listen to that bi -weekly podcast wherever you get your podcasts. But there is a whole new world that's going to be waiting for you over at Patreon. Not only will you get bonus content from our mainstream Stage Combat The Podcast episodes, but you will also experience our all-new Stage Combat podcast series which have been created exclusively for the Stage Combat community. What's debuting on Patreon in July?JUST ACTING: Two dudes talking about the craft of acting.THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations every performing artist needs to hear.STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.AND we're previewing right here, before we even open Patreon to the public, a short preview of WHATCHA POSTIN'? It's our social media commentary podcast about your favorite posts when it comes to theatre, entertainment and lifestyles cohosted by a Stage Combat listener.And in this episode Sean is joined by listener and Broadway veteran performer LaQuet Sharnell Pringle!Enjoy this sneak preview of Whatcha Postin'? !!This episode Hosted by Sean Hayden and LaQuet Sharnell Pringle.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Whatcha Postin'? is a Stage Combat Podcast produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is an attorney/actor/advocate and is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. He serves on the advisory board for HR.com for Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, Ian.
Welcome to our SECOND sneak preview of our all-new Stage Combat Bonus Content coming in July available only on Patreon. We know you're all getting ready for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, busting out on July 23rd! You'll listen to that bi -weekly podcast wherever you get your podcasts. But there is a whole new world that's going to be waiting for you over at Patreon. Not only will you get bonus content from our mainstream Stage Combat The Podcast episodes, but you will also experience our all-new Stage Combat podcast series which have been created exclusively for the Stage Combat community. What's debuting on Patreon in July?JUST ACTING: Two dudes talking about the craft of acting. THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations every performing artist needs to hear.WHATCHA POSTIN'? : Social media commentary by Sean and a special listener co-host.AND we're previewing right here, before we even open Patreon to the public, a short preview of STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: In this podcast, Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around as well as give you inside information on the making of the original series. Enjoy this sneak preview of STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY!Hosted by Sean Hayden and Ian Southwood.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Stage Combat Director's Commentary is a Stage Combat Podcast produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is an attorney/actor/advocate and is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. He serves on the advisory board for HR.com for Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, Ian.Ian Southwood is a screenwriter who has worked for Disney Studios, Paramount, 20th Century Fox, Dreamworks, and Spinmaster. He's originally from Niagara Falls, New York and calls New York City home.
Welcome to our first sneak preview of our all-new Stage Combat Bonus Content coming in July available only on Patreon. We know you're all getting ready for the premiere of our mainstream series, Stage Combat the Podcast, busting out on July 23rd! You'll listen to that bi -weekly podcast wherever you get your podcasts. But there is a whole new world that's going to be waiting for you over at Patreon. Not only will you get bonus content from our mainstream Stage Combat The Podcast episodes, but you will also experience our all-new Stage Combat podcast series which have been created exclusively for the Stage Combat community. What's debuting on Patreon in July?STAGE COMBAT DIRECTOR'S COMMENTARY: Sean and Ian spill the tea on what got left out of the Goodspeed Opera House story the first time around.THE MENTAL HEALTH POD: Provocative mental health conversations every performing artist needs to hear. WHATCHA POSTIN'? : Social media commentary by Sean and a special listener co-host.AND we're previewing right here, before we even open Patreon to the public, the full premiere episode of our acting podcast, JUST ACTING, featuring Professor of Acting at Boston Conservatory at Berklee Christopher Webb. Enjoy this sneak preview of JUST ACTING!Content warning: Strong language; brief references to plays which contain a miscarriage and self harm content.Just Acting hosted by Sean Hayden and Christopher Webb.Editing by Alex Griffith. Mixing and Sound Design by Justin Gerrish.Directed by Sean Hayden for Haywood Productions, LLC.Just Acting is a Stage Combat Podcast produced for Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is an attorney/actor/advocate and is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. He serves on the advisory board for HR.com for Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Christopher Webb is a director and award-winning actor who has been working professionally for almost 30 years. He is a professor of theatre at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, where he has been a faculty member for 16 years. He lives outside Boston with his partner, Jessica Webb, and their two children, Henry and Portia.
Season 3 Trailer. What happens when actors stop being quiet and start speaking up? Season 3 of Stage Combat the Podcast premiering July 23rd!In 2023, Sean told his story in Season 1 and 2 (in something that sounded like a true crime podcast.) Now it's time to hear your stories!Biweekly we are bringing you provocative stories from performing artists everywhere who just want to be heard. Who want to be seen. Who want to be validated. Just like you.Enjoy this preview of the first 5 minutes of the first episode of Season 3! And be sure to follow us so you don't miss any episodes as they drop!Stage Combat is a production of Haywood Productions, LLC.
Stephan Kelly brings Lancelot to the table. Lance is a blind martial artist in a coven of witches, doing his best to leave the world a little bit better than when he found it.Stephan and I discuss building a character while you're building the system, testing the limits of system mastery, and an unfortunate jousting accident.This character is built for Coven and Crucible, a game created by Stephan, his wife roach, and his daughter Charlotte.https://13thmoongames.comStephan Kelly is a retired fitness professional and theatre nerd who has channeled his optimism into creating TTRPGs and redefining masculinity. He is the "mechanics guy" at 13th Moon Games, a family run gaming company, and works there with his wife, daughter, and son.You can learn more about Stephan at:https://www.characterswithoutstories.com/guests/stephan-kellyWing Women is an actual play podcast based on the exploits of the real-life Night Witches, Soviet airwomen fighting to survive during a campaign of bombing against the Nazis.https://linktr.ee/wingwomenpodThe Advanced Age Roleplaying Gamers Podcast is an actual play podcast with a group of friends who have been playing roleplaying games off and on together for nearly 40 years.https://www.theaarpgs.comSend us a Text Message.Cover art by The CuriographerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecuriographer Sign up for my Newsletter to stay up-to-date on the podcast:https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/760760/109867356957705889/shareYou can find Star at:Website: http://www.characterswithoutstories.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@starmamacYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@characterswithoutstoriesThreads: https://www.threads.net/@characterswithoutstoriesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/characterswithoutstoriesBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cwspod.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/characterswithoutstoriesThanks for listening, and may all your characters find their stories!
Hey Stage Combat Listeners! We've missed you!Sean is checking in with everybody to give you some inside information about Season 3 of Stage Combat currently in production. Plus there might be a little tea about The Goodspeed Opera House. Hmmm...Hosted by Sean HaydenEdited by Justin Gerrish and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean HaydenProduced by Haywood Productions, LLC. Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. He serves on the advisory board for HR.com for Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter.
Welcome to Voice Acting Stories! On this week's episode, we have returning special guest Voice Actor Natalie Beran. We talked about Auckland, her favorite project she has worked on, how Stage Combat has helped with Video Games, talking about AI, and so much more! Grab your favorite drink and sit down by the fire for an incredible discussion! https://www.natalieberan.com/ https://navavoices.org/ Facebook Podcast group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631972061329300 Instagram Podcast: @voiceactingstories If you want a The Voice Straw check out these affiliate links. Thanks! https://voicestraw.com/?ref=ctQaTgfR https://voicestraw.com/discount/VERONICABARRERA?ref=ctQaTgfR
We're closing out 2023 and an amazing Season 2 of Stage Combat with a holiday bang!It's THE STAGE COMBAT HOLIDAY SPECIAL! Get your Santa mug out and fill it with hot chocolate and settle in. We've got an hour of holiday music and stories as Sean pops around the country to share holiday greetings with some of our favorite guests from two seasons of Stage Combat!No matter what holiday you celebrate, let's celebrate each other!And there's a special announcement about Stage Combat at the end of the episode!Special thanks to Rebecca Caine, Courtney Loving, Alex Griffitt, Ellen Warner, Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, Brian Sheppard, LaQuet Sharnell Pringle, Dr. Michelle Sherman, Ian Southwood.Hosted by Sean HaydenEdited by Justin Gerrish and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean HaydenProduced by Haywood Productions, LLC. Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees and how theatre programs can support their students. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us: Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastig Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4d TikTok StageCombatthePodcast Email us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.com Rate, review and follow us on your podcast platform! Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter and listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.com Claim Your Story! Mental Health Resources: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues
BONUS EPISODE. Sean chats with Dr. Alisa Hurwitz, the clinical psychologist who helped us all keep it together in Stage Combat's post show talk backs. As we all struggled to process Sean's story of what really happened behind the scenes at the Goodspeed Opera House, you let us know that you appreciated Dr. Hurwitz's voice of reason, words of compassion and her unique way of "telling it like is." Let's recap two seasons of Stage Combat with Dr. Hurwitz and get to know a little more about her in the process!Spoiler Warning: Contains spoilers for Seasons 1 and 2 of Stage Combat.Content warning: Strong language. Edited by Justin Gerrish and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean HaydenProduced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Dr. Alisa Hurwitz: Dr. Alisa Hurwitz is a clinical psychologist in group private practice in New Hampshire, specializing in the Autism spectrum and gender identity. Dr. Hurwitz also applies her professional knowledge to consult with theater companies, conduct post-show talkbacks and interview Broadway actors. You can follow her at drdrama.com and on Instagram @thedrdrama.Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us:Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastigFacebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok StageCombatthePodcastEmail us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comRate, review and follow us on your podcast platform!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter and listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.comClaim Your Story!Mental Health Resources:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues
BONUS EPISODE! "One Episode/One Listener: Pamela"We had an amazing idea for a podcast episode. What if you could overhear a raw, honest conversation between Sean and one listener. In one episode. Meet Pamela Bob. She's a veteran of several Broadway shows who reached out to us once the podcast was released to let us know how much the podcast has meant to her. Pamela and Sean started talking, and then they just kept talking. About what's seriously wrong with our industry: Being denied a voice. Bullying. The imposition of "family" constructs. Being labeled "difficult." The lack of mental health support in our workspaces.And it's quite a conversation!Spoiler Warning: "Relatively" spoiler free for Seasons 1 and 2. Edited by Justin Gerrish and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean HaydenProduced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Pamela Bob is a multi-faceted actor, having appeared as an actor regionally and in multiple off-Broadway and Broadway shows. As an award-winning screenwriter and actor, her original series, "Livin' On a Prairie", is a witty, surprising, and earnest exploration of one woman's obsession with Little House on the Prairie. The show was an official selection of the Tribeca TV Festival, HollyWeb Fest, and Lift-Off Fest, and won best TV series at the LA International Film Fest. Pamela's trademark intensity and comedic timing won her the Best Actress award at the LA International Film Festival. Pamela is also a professional makeup and hair artist and photographer. She lives in NYC with her husband and 2 kids.www.PamelaBob.com@thepamelabobwww.livinonaprairietv.com@prairietv@wdymakeup@wdyphotographySean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us:Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastigFacebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok StageCombatthePodcastEmail us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comRate, review and follow us on your podcast platform!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter and listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.comClaim Your Story!Mental Health Resources:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues
BONUS EPISODE! Sean and his husband Ian (yes that "Ian" from Stage Combat) recap what went into creating and writing 20 episodes of Stage Combat and how the saga of the Goodspeed impacted them as a couple. PLUS there's a mystery guest joining the discussion!Spoiler Alert: Contains spoilers for Seasons 1 and 2 of Stage Combat: A Mental Health StoryEdited by Robert Mallory and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean Hayden Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us:Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastigFacebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok StageCombatthePodcastEmail us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comRate, review and follow us on your podcast platform!Sign up for the Stage Combat newsletter and listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.comClaim Your Story!Mental Health Resources:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues
BONUS EPISODE! Most people know ABC News' Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman as a fearless war correspondent who regularly contributes to World News Tonight with David Muir, Good Morning America, 20/20 and Nightline. But behind that fearless persona, Matt was carrying a secret: a history of debilitating panic attacks that he suffered with for over twenty years. In this bonus episode, Sean and Matt talk about their shared history of panic attacks and Matt's own remarkable mental health journey which he documents in his new book, No Time to Panic: How I Curbed My Anxiety and Conquered a Lifetime of Panic Attacks. Matt's book is the first selection of the Stage Combat Book Club! Be sure to get your copy today and let's talk about it on Stage Combat! Hosted by Sean HaydenEdited by Robert Mallory and Alex Griffitt.Podcast icon designed by Fran Pinter-Parrott.Directed by Sean Hayden. Produced by Haywood Productions, LLC.Matt Gutman is ABC News's chief national correspondent. A multi-award winning reporter, Gutman contributes regularly to World News Tonight with David Muir, 20/20, Good Morning America, and Nightline. He has reported from fifty countries across the globe and is the author of The Boys in the Cave: Deep Inside the Impossible Rescue in Thailand. His new book, No Time to Panic: How I Curbed My Anxiety and Conquered a Lifetime of Panic Attacks, is out now. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two children.Sean Hayden is the CEO of Haywood Productions, LLC. As a professional actor, Sean has appeared in two Broadway national tours and in plays and musicals in theaters across the country. He is a proud union member of Actors' Equity Association. As a mental health advocate, Sean has provided thought leadership on how employers can better support the mental health of their employees. His op-ed on “Men and Mental Health” appeared in The Economic Times. Sean resides in New York City and upstate New York with his husband, a screenwriter. Follow us:Instagram instagram.com/stagecombatthepodcastigFacebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089296591562&mibextid=LQQJ4dTikTok StageCombatthePodcastEmail us: stagecombatthepodcast@gmail.comRate, review and follow us on your podcast platform!Listen to episodes online at stagecombathepodcast.comClaim Your Story!Mental Health Resources:The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition. Call the help line at 1 800 950 6264 or text to 62640. If you or someone or know is in crisis or contemplating self-harm, you can reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply dialing or texting 988. ***The content in this podcast should not be considered medical or legal advice. Please consult with a medical professional for any medical or mental health issues and with an attorney regarding any legal issues.
Dylan and Connor are joined by Sean Hayden (Stage Combat: A Mental Health Story Podcast). Join us for this very special episode where we meet Sean, the host/writer/star of his own scripted nonfiction podcast: Stage Combat: A Mental Health Story. On the eve of releasing season two of his thrilling podcast, the twins dive deep into Sean's story. Hear about his southern upbringing, coming out story, and journey to New York – everything that leads up to a fateful performance of Billy Elliott at the legendary Goodspeed Opera House. We cover the true issues at the heart of abusive work environments, why mental health and claiming your story really matters, and how to turn your story into art to help others. Don't miss season two NOW.Listen to Sean's Stage Combat Podcast hereFollow the podcast on Instagram Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & TiktokFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramEdited by DylanSupport the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!
HELLO THEATER PEOPLE!! For the first time in FIVE FREAKING YEARS I'm breaking the silence of the Theater People Universe to bring you a VERY SPECIAL episode. A few months ago, I discovered the podcast "Stage Combat" it's a true crime style THEATER PODCAST in which actor Sean Hayden tells his TRUE horror story of being cast as a lead in the Goodspeed production of "Billy Elliot." It was a dream come true for him, until everything went wrong. I don't' want to give too much away here, but this is the kind of story we NEVER hear in the theater world--one in which an actor does the unthinkable by standing up for himself even when he knows it's going to cost him everything. For this very special episode, we're going to play episode 1 of "Stage Combat" and then stick around for my in-depth interview with Sean. You are not going to believe this story. And you're going to come away inspired. And I can't wait for you to hear it!Binge all of season 1 of Stage Combat here. And make sure you're subscribed so you'll automatically get the brand new episodes when season 2 premieres on July 25th.
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