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What makes a costume truly work for acro dancers? In this episode, host Loren Dermody talks with Lorianne Hagan and Claudia Reed, two seasoned professionals with deep roots in both dance and costuming, about the evolving world of acro and contemporary dancewear. They share their personal journeys, discuss how industry trends and teacher feedback are shaping costume design, and offer practical advice for choosing costumes that support both movement and storytelling. Whether you're a studio owner or a teacher, you'll find fresh perspectives on helping your dancers feel comfortable, confident, and creative on stage. Tune in for an honest, expert look at the challenges and opportunities in dance costuming today with tips you can use for your next show or recital! Lorianne Hagan Lorianne Hagan is a respected dance educator, choreographer, and industry professional with decades of experience in dance, acrobatics, and acrobatic gymnastics. She holds a BFA in Dance from Webster University and trained in New York City at Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway. Her career has included performing and directing for Circo Magnifico, teaching at Webster University for 14 years, and as a Studio Director for MJ Performing Arts Academy in St. Louis. Lorianne's students have gone on to Broadway, national tours, and regional theaters like The Muny and Stages St. Louis. She has been recognized in Dance Teacher Magazine, named Region 4 USA Gymnastics Coach of the Year, and nominated for the William T. Kemper Award. A former board member of Dance Masters of America, she now serves as Senior Sales Manager at Weissman, where she combines her deep industry knowledge with a passion for supporting performance creators. Claudia Reed Claudia Reed is a senior marketing and business leader with 35 years of experience in fashion retail, branding, and customer strategy—all centered around growing purpose-driven businesses and nurturing creative communities. For nearly 20 years, she has brought that expertise to the dance industry through her work at Weissman, a leading global costume and dancewear company. Throughout her tenure, Claudia has played a key role in evolving the Weissman brand and building out functions across the company—from marketing, ecommerce, and creative—all with a focus on ensuring customers take center stage. In her current role as Senior Vice President of Sales, she is especially passionate about listening to studio owners, amplifying their voices, and helping dance businesses grow through customer-focused strategies that blend creativity with data-driven insights. Find out more: www.weissmans.com If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com
Prompted by a spate of prominent closures that rocked the St. Louis restaurant scene over the last few months, Arch Eats co-hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr found themselves asking this question a lot—and they know you’ve been doing the same. After jotting down at least 50 places they wish they could dine at again, the pair narrowed down their list to their 13 most-missed spots that include everything from a long-lost Loop wine bar to a basement Italian joint in the Central West End and a south city hot spot that (somewhat) lives again in the form of two very popular restaurants. Did yours make the list? Tune in for this walk down memory lane to find out, reminisce, and relive some of your fondest St. Louis food memories. Listen and follow Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by STAGES St. Louis. STAGES’ 2025 season brings you three incredible shows. From the thrilling mystery of Murder for Two to the enchanting pre-Broadway production of Austen’s Pride and the inspiring sounds of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, there’s something for everyone. Subscribe today and see all three shows for one low price! Secure your seats now. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing podcasts@stlmag.com. Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com. Mentioned in this episode: Grand Pied: 3137 Morgan Ford, Tower Grove South Franco: 1535 S 8th, Soulard SPACE Architecture + Design: 4168 Manchester, Forest Park Southeast Three Flags Tavern: 4940 Southwest, South City Cardwell’s at the Plaza: 94 Plaza Frontenac, Frontenac Harvest: 1059 S Big Bend, Richmond Heights Cyrano’s Café: 6383 Clayton, Richmond Heights Rossino’s: 206 North Sarah, Central West End Monarch: 7401 Manchester, Maplewood Tony’s: 410 Market, Downtown St. Louis Niche: 1831 Sydney, Benton Park King Louie: 3800 Chouteau, Tower Grove Riddle’s Penultimate Café: 6307 Delmar, Delmar Loop Duff’s: 392 N Euclid, Central West End Balaban’s: 405 N. Euclid, Central West End You may also enjoy these SLM articles: More episode of Arch Eats Restaurant openings, closings, and coming soons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, host Veronica Theodoro sits down with Marcella Hawley, an artist, botanical illustrator, and creative director who has contributed her talents to Martha Stewart Living and the Mary Engelbreit Home Companion. Many in the St. Louis community may also know Marcella for her stunning front garden in Webster Groves, lovingly called "The Slope of Possibility." Filled with thousands of vibrant flowers, the garden is a living tribute to her mother and embodies Marcella's belief in the transformative and healing power of gardens. Here, Marcella takes us on a personal journey, filled with insights about life, loss, and rebirth. Marcella also fills us in on the exciting new project she plans to launch early next year. It's an episode filled with inspiration and hope and one that you won't want to miss. Listen and follow House of Lou on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode is sponsored by The Repertory Theater of St. Louis and supported by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. This December, The Rep and STAGES St. Louis present: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas. Join Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins for a rock n' roll celebration. Don't miss the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale on repstl.org. Got an idea for a future House of Lou episode? We love hearing from our audience. Send your thoughts or feedback to Veronica at vtheodoro@stlmag.com or to podcasts@stlmag.com. We can't wait to hear from you! Looking for more inspiration? Subscribe to our Design+Home newsletter to receive our latest home, design, and style content in your inbox every Wednesday. And follow Veronica (@vtlookbook) and St. Louis Magazine on Instagram (@stlouismag). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com. Mentioned in this episode: Sharon Dorram Color at Sally Hershberger Johanna Ortiz (see photo of showroom) Schumacher x Johanna Ortiz New York School of Interior Design Marcella Hawley Martha Stewart Mary Engelbreit Greater St. Louis Daffodil Society Jason Delaney/PHS Daffodils Missouri Botanical Garden Brent & Becky's Bulbs Dutch Growers ColorBlends John Scheepers, Inc. Van Engelen, Inc. QDaffs Home Depot This Naked Mind Great Dixter House & Gardens Fergus Garrett Fennel Cooking School Top cooking and mixology classes in St. Louis Reimagining Home: Design for All Ages and Abilities Gardening Heals with Marcella Hawley See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week Lynn & Carl speak with their friend, Joe Hanrahan from of Midnight Company, to discuss the one-man show "Now Playing Third Base for the St. Louis Cardinals...Bond, James Bond." playing at the Greenfinch Oct. 4-6. Midnight is also presenting "Final Dress," an original play, Oct. 11-12-13, at the Greenfinch. Then, Gayle Seay, artistic director at Stages St. Louis, to discuss "Ragtime" (Sept. 20 - Oct. 20 ), with star Brian Golub and next season. Plus they discuss new releases: Will & Harper, His Three Daughters & Omni Loop.
Lynn & Carl speak with Richard Spitaletta, starring as Davey in Disney's Newsies at Stages St. Louis (July 26 thru Aug 25). And later they talk to Matthew Kerns about this year's St Louis Fringe Festival (Aug 12-18). Plus the new release is Deadpool & Wolverine.
In this episode of Arch Eats, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr discuss getting out of town with charming "mini road trips" for great meals within a 45-minute drive of the metro area. From Oprah's favorite pecan pie and unique farm-to-table experiences to a James Beard-nominated restaurant and more, discover 10 spots for your next dining adventure—and enjoy a scenic drive along the way. Note: 1929 Pizza & Wine is moving from Wood River to Edwardsville in October. This episode is sponsored by STAGES St. Louis and Urban Chestnut Brewing Company. STAGES St. Louis is the region's foremost not-for-profit organization committed to preserving and advancing the art form of musical theater through excellence in performance and education. See Disney's NEWSIES on stage at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center from July 26–August 25. Get tickets and view more upcoming performances at stagesstlouis.org. Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com. Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com. Mentioned in this episode: Kim's Bop Shop: 2360 Hampton (ghost kitchen inside The Hill Food Co.), The Hill, 361-548-7866 Lona's Lil Eats: 2199 California, Fox Park, 314-925-8938 Black Mountain Wine House: 354 N. Boyle, Central West End, blkmtnwinehousestl@gmail.com The Hawthorne Inn: 123 Front, Labadie, Mo., 636-451-0004 1929 Pizza & Wine: 7 N. Wood River, Wood River, Il., 618-216-2258 Moussalli's Prime Steakhouse: 7415 IL-143, Edwardsville, Il., 618-656-0281 Grafted Wine Bar & Lounge: 310 E. Washington, Belleville, Il., magda@grafted.wine June's Breakfast + Patio: 430 S Main, Shiloh, Il., team@junesinshiloh.com August The Mansion: 1680 Mansion, O'Fallon, Il., 618-607-8040 Root Food + Wine: 5525 Walnut, Augusta, Mo., 636-544-1009 Eagle's Nest: 120 W. Front, Addieville, Il., 618-424-7777 State Street Market: 208 State, Alton, Il., 618-462-8800 The Blue Owl: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, Mo., 636-464-3128 You may also enjoy these SLM articles: Root Food + Wine is a memorable dining destination in Augusta Moussalli's Prime serves the most exclusive beef in the St. Louis area August the Mansion opens in O'Fallon, Illinois Grafted Wine Bar & Lounge offers a premiere wine experience in a historic building in downtown Belleville See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lynn & Carl speak with Saint Louis Theater legends Zoe Vonder Haar & Kari Ely from Stages St. Louis' production of Steel Magnolias. then Lynn saw the New Releases: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Ezra, Summer Camp and The Woman & the Sea. Plus Summer Theater season is in full swing.
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Melissa Schmitz chats with the very talented Michael Susko this week about his world premiere production—which happens to be his first adaptation—and also a story that he's loved for most of his life, House on Haunted Hill. In this episode, we discuss:How Michael "got" the dramatic rights to the original film The changes and updates he made to this adaptationHow a séance show at the Edinburgh Fringe influenced Michael's writingCurrent trends in playwriting and our hot takes on themAnd more!Resources MentionedThe world premiere of House on Haunted Hill at Kismet Performing Artists Theatre in October 2023 Clifton Arts CenterHouse on Haunted Hill original film Volunteer Lawyers for the ArtsATC StudiosAbout Our GuestIn NYC, Michael Susko's work as writer and director has been seen at Off-Broadway's THE BIGOT, CROSSING OVER, F*CK, MARRY, KILL - New York Theater Festival, Midtown International Fringe Festival, Alternative Theatre Company, Network Theatre Company, Equity Library Theatre and The New Short Play Festival (Artistic Director). Also, Arkansas Shakespeare Theatre, Theatre Under the Stars, Casa Manana, Cider Mill Playhouse, Theatre by the Sea, PaperMill Theatre, Westchester Broadway, Arizona Broadway, Arkansas Repertory, and twelve years as resident director of the New Bedford Festival Theatre where he helmed a variety of musicals, including their Moss Hart Award winning productions of HAIRSPRAY and LES MISERABLES. As a performer, Michael has been seen in several Broadway national tours, European tours, and countless regional appearances including stints at The Goodspeed Opera House, Paper Mill Playhouse, Walnut Street Theatre, Bristol Riverside, Ogunquit Playhouse, Sacramento Music Circus, Pittsburgh CLO, and Stages St. Louis. Also, many film, television shows and commercials. As an educator, Michael taught theatre at Chadron State College in Nebraska and served as head of the theatre program at Southern Arkansas University. He teaches playwriting at ATC Studios in Clifton, NJ. MFA iConnect with host Melissa Schmitz***Sign up for the 101 Stage Adaptations Newsletter***101 Stage AdaptationsFollow the Podcast on Facebook & InstagramRead Melissa's plays on New Play ExchangeConnect with Melissa on LinkedInWays to support the show:- Buy Me a Coffee- Tell us your thoughts in our Listener Survey!- Give a 5-Star rating- Write a glowing review on Apple Podcasts - Send this episode to a friend- Share on social media (Tag us so we can thank you!)Creators: Host your podcast through Buzzsprout using my affiliate link & get a $20 credit on your paid account. Let your fans directly support you via Buy Me a Coffee (affiliate link).
Katie checks in with actor (Les Miz National Tour and on Broadway, Phantom of the Opera National Tour, Stages St. Louis, Goodspeed Opera House, Tuacahn, Theatre Works Palo Alto, and more), Edward Juvier.
Lynn & Carl speak to Broadway actor, director and choreographer Luis Salgado, who is directing Stages St. Louis' production of Aida now through the 25th of June in Kirkwood. They then look at the new releases: the latest Transformers headache, Past Lives and Flamin' Hot (on Hulu). - plus a huge theater roundup.
Jack Lane discusses his experiences as a producer on Broadway and the not-for-profit world. He describes the process of raising money for a show or project and the importance of involving co-producers in the process. He also talks about how he is now involved in bringing capital to Broadway shows, and how his goal is to help people believe in themselves and their stories. Who's The Guest? Jack Lane is the Co-Founder and Executive Producer of Stages St. Louis. He produced several top-rated shows on Broadway such as The Prom, The Play That Goes Wrong, The Humans, and Fun Home. He also won two Tony Awards for Best Play and Best Musical. Highlights Jack Lane's unique way to raise capital The importance of storytelling How a broadway show gets funded Making money thru broadway investments Pros and cons of proms Winning the prestigious Tony Awards Importance of building relationships in the entertainment industry Success of “The Prom” The global effect of “The Prom” and raising money from broadways Call to Action Join the Early Access List Episode Resources Connect with Steve Distante https://pitchology.ai/ https://joinvanderbilt.com/ https://www.facebook.com/stevedistanteCEO/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedistante https://twitter.com/Sdistante https://www.instagram.com/sdistante/ Connect with Jack Lane https://www.ibdb.com/broadway-cast-staff/jack-lane-492421 https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9134796/ https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Jack-Lane/ https://www.instagram.com/jackjlane/
St. Louis' best theater performances and productions of the year are being honored once again. St. Louis Theater Circle announced its award nominations Monday, covering approximately 90 shows from 2022. Calvin Wilson, theater critic for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and Lynn Venhaus, writer and reviewer for PopLifeStL.com, discuss the nominations, and their observations on the state of St. Louis theater amidst its recovery from pandemic interruptions. Among the biggest nomination-getters of 2022 were the productions of “In the Heights,” from STAGES St. Louis, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival's “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Brontë Sister House Party” from SATE.
Andrew Kuhlmann encourages all to come see "A Chorus Line" at the The Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center thru October 89. Get tickets now: https://stagesstlouis.org/a-chorus-line/
As noted in the previous episode, auditions are the backbone of this industry. It is the fundamental job of every actor to do as many jobs as we can and do each one to the best of our ability. But there is an important gatekeeper when it comes to submitting our self tapes or actually getting in the audition room, and that is the casting Director. You've heard from Actors and their experiences in front of the audition table. Well, now it's time to hear from the other side of that proverbial table and what goes in to casting, and the vital role they play in the production for the stage or screen. Daryl Eisenberg, along with fellow casting director Ally Beans, works to create a comfortable space for actors, so they can take risks and really show their full potential as artists. You'll hear Daryl's thoughts on how actors can make their mark in the audition room or on a self-tape, and then you'll get an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at how she uses her position and expertise to make the audition process enjoyable and inclusive for artists on both sides of the table. Learn more about WINMI Podcast at whyillnevermakeit.com Subscribe to WINMI and get access to Bonus Episodes on Supercast Donate to the production efforts that make this podcast possible Follow Why I'll Never Make It on Instagram or Twitter Watch interviews on WINMI's YouTube channel Read the Final Five with Daryl Eisenberg on the WINMI Blog ---------- Why I'll Never Make It is an award-winning, top 25 theater podcast and is hosted by Off-Broadway actor and singer Patrick Oliver Jones. It is a production of WINMI Media, LLC. and is also a part of Helium Radio Network and a member of the Broadway Makers Alliance. Background music in the episode is by John Bartmann (Public Domain) and Blue Dot Sessions (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License). Audition Stories of Diversity and Inclusion Covid certainly has changed the way we now audition, with self-tapes and Zoom auditions becoming the norm. But the summer of 2020 also changed the way we think about who is coming to the auditions and what that creative team looks like. In this week's bonus episode, Daryl shares a few of her own experiences as she advocates for more diversity on both sides of the table. You'll also hear how she works with fellow casting director Ally Beans, who is both partner and collaborator in the casting process. Bonus episodes like these are only available to monthly supporters of Why I'll Never Make It. So if you'd like to help this podcast as well, then please consider a monthly subscription and get access to bonus episodes like the Audition Stories. CASTING OFFICES IN NYC Some of the biggest casting offices for stage and screen (like Eisenberg/Beans) reside in New York City, and at the top of the list is... The Telsey Office Formerly known as Telsey + Company, The Telsey Office is perhaps the best known casting office for commercials, film, television, and course, theatre. The company has bases in both New York City and Los Angeles. Recent Broadway: Waitress, MJ the Musical, Flying Over Sunset, Mrs. Doubtfire, Diana, West Side Story, Tina, The Sound Inside, Beetlejuice, Gary, Oklahoma!, Be More Chill, To Kill a Mockingbird, Network, The Cher Show, The Prom. Website: www.thetelseyoffice.com Contact: info@thetelseyoffice.com | 917-277-7520 Tara Rubin Casting Rubin began her company in 2001 after working for 15 years as a Casting Director at Johnson-Liff Associates. She is a graduate of Boston University and serves on the board of the Casting Society of America. Recent Broadway: Six, Ain't Too Proud, Summer, The Band's Visit, Prince of Broadway, Bandstand, Indecent, Miss Saigon, Dear Evan Hansen, A Bronx Tale, Cats, Disaster! Website: www.tararubincasting.com Contact: tararubincasting.info@gmail.com | 212-302-3011 Binder Casting Binder Casting was founded nearly 40 years ago by Jay Binder, who passed away in April 2022, and has been a part of RWS Entertainment Group since 2016. The office has cast 150+ Broadway, Off-Broadway, and National Touring productions, in addition to countless national and international projects spanning both stage and screen. Recent Broadway: The Lion King, In Transit, Dames at Sea, It Shoulda Been You, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Nice Work if You Can Get It, Born Yesterday, White Christmas, Finian's Rainbow. Website: bindercasting.com Contact: info@bindercasting.com | 212-586-6777 Stewart/Whitley An award-winning office in New York City that delivers excellence and innovation in casting. Respect for the creative process: the artistic teams, actors and all who collaborate in it is paramount. Connecting creativity is at the cornerstone of what they do. Recent Broadway: Hadestown, The Lightning Thief, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, Pippin, Chicago Website: www.stewartwhitley.com Contact: info@stewartwhitley.com | 212-635-2153 Wojcik Casting Team Wojcik/Seay Casting opened its doors in January of 2009 with the national non-union tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and has also been featured in Season 2 of the podcast. But Gayle Seay has since gone to become Artistic Director of Stages St. Louis, while Scott Wojcik continues to cast shows in and out of New York. Recent Broadway: Jesus Christ Superstar, Motown Website: wscasting.com Contact: info@wscasting.com Jim Carnahan, CSA Recent Broadway: Moulin Rouge!, Kiss Me, Kate, Tootsie, Burn This, The Ferryman, Head Over Heels, Travesties, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Angels in America, Farinelli and the King, Time and the Conways, 1984, Groundhog Day, The Price, The Cherry Orchard, Long Day's Journey Into Night, She Loves Me, Noises Off, Fun Home. Stephen Kopel, CSA Recent Broadway: Moulin Rouge!, Jagged Little Pill; Kiss Me, Kate; The Play That Goes Wrong; Beautiful; Sunday in the Park with George; Amélie; She Loves Me; Noises Off; Violet; The Glass Menagerie; Harvey; Once; Anything Goes Caparelliotis Casting Recent Broadway: The Minutes, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, In the Height of the Storm, Ink, Hillary and Clinton, King Lear, The Waverly Gallery, The Nap, The Boys in the Band, Saint Joan. Daniel Swee, CSA Recent Broadway: Pass Over, The Great Society, To Kill a Mockingbird, Six Degrees of Separation, Oslo, The Present, The Heidi Chronicles, The Audience Cindy Tolan, CSA Recent Broadway: Company, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Betrayal, Macbeth, Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella. Other standouts on the theatre scene: Bass/Valle Casting Bob Cline Casting Franck Casting HBD Casting Jamibeth Margolis Casting Klapper Casting Laura Stanczyk Casting Michael Cassara Casting
Saint Louis Art Fair in the streets of Downtown Clayton, "A Chorus Line" at STAGES St. Louis, "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul." starring Sterling K. Brown, Music at The Intersection, plus more!
On this episode I am joined by Actor and Teaching Artist Keisha Gilles. Keisha Gilles is a theater artist who guides humans as they grow in their artistry through light, laughter and love. Light, for times when we allow the shadows of doubt and fear to dim the glow. Laughter, for times when perfectionism and ambition make mistakes serious instead of opportunities to learn. Love, for the sensitive soul who honors her and the world by sharing their art. Currently, Keisha is a featured ensemble member in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. Recently, Keisha began working toward a degree in social work and applying that knowledge to my teaching artistry. Keisha made her Broadway debut with The Book of Mormon. She has also been on tour with The Book of Mormon and Aladdin, played The Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol at Hanover Theater, BJ in Smokey Joe's Café at Stages St. Louis, and Marta in Company at Playhouse on Park.Get in touch: Keisha GillesInstagram: @quiche_keish_Ayana Major Bey Website: www.ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambey, @theartistpivot Rate and Review this podcast:Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-artist-pivot-1455741Apple Podcasts: Just scroll down to the rate and review section on the podcast page *******Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran Niemand Part of the Boundless Audio Network Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/artistpivot 30-day free trial of Audible Get a free 30-day trial of Audible using The Artist Pivot Podcast Link!Get 10% off your 1st mo with BetterHelp Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp, customized online therapy. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
On this episode I am joined by Actor and Teaching Artist Keisha Gilles. Keisha Gilles is a theater artist who guides humans as they grow in their artistry through light, laughter and love. Light, for times when we allow the shadows of doubt and fear to dim the glow. Laughter, for times when perfectionism and ambition make mistakes serious instead of opportunities to learn. Love, for the sensitive soul who honors her and the world by sharing their art. Currently, Keisha is a featured ensemble member in Disney's Aladdin on Broadway. Recently, Keisha began working toward a degree in social work and applying that knowledge to my teaching artistry. Keisha made her Broadway debut with The Book of Mormon. She has also been on tour with The Book of Mormon and Aladdin, played The Ghost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol at Hanover Theater, BJ in Smokey Joe's Café at Stages St. Louis, and Marta in Company at Playhouse on Park.Get in touch: Keisha GillesInstagram: @quiche_keish_Ayana Major Bey Website: www.ayanabey.comInstagram: @ayanambey, @theartistpivot Rate and Review this podcast:Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-artist-pivot-1455741Apple Podcasts: Just scroll down to the rate and review section on the podcast page *******Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey Editor: Kieran Niemand Part of the Boundless Audio Network Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp at https://betterhelp.com/artistpivot 30-day free trial of Audible Get a free 30-day trial of Audible using The Artist Pivot Podcast Link!Get 10% off your 1st mo with BetterHelp Get 10% off your first month with BetterHelp, customized online therapy. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Lynn & Carl talk to Tom Ridgely from St. Louis Shakespeare Festival and their show "Much Ado About Nothing." Lynn was at the World Premiere of Stages St. Louis' Karate Kid the Musical - while Carl saw the Lion King at the Fabulous Fox. Then Cam Wiggs and Kirk Dulin from Popcorn for Breakfast to review new releases: Top Gun: Maverick, The Bob's Burgers Movie and Watcher. Plus the latest streaming and an area roundup.
Lynn welcomes back Carl & two special guests: Geoff Myers, dance supervisor for The Lion King touring Company. He is originally from St. Louis. And Andrew Kuhlman of Stages St. Louis talking about "The Karate Kid" world premiere musical, which Started May 25. Plus they discuss the new releases: Top Gun: Maverick, Chip & Dale: Rescue Rangers, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Stranger Things 4 and RIP Ray Liotta.
Producer Andrew Kuhlman invites all to see the world premiere of "The Karate Kid: The Musical", which hits the stage on May 25! Purchase tickets now, and use the promo code " MEZZ45": https://stagesstlouis.org/the-karate-kid/
associate producer of Stages St. Louis Andrew Kuhlmann talks to Debbie Monterrey about the world premiere of Karate Kid the musical. opening in St. Louis.
Episode 20 of The Hitstreak, a podcast where we talk about anything and everything! This week we talk with Ace Young, and his wife Diana DeGarmo. Join the conversation as we dive into what it was like working in the entertainment industry during a pandemic, working with your spouse every day, and hear some expert tips to help you thrive in the industry. Let us know in the comments what YOU want to hear about next! About our Guests: Ace Young is a man of many talents, and has the credits to back them up. Whether it's building a song or a house, Ace is a true renaissance man. There is nothing he cannot do when he puts his mind to it. Even before his multiple #1 hits as a songwriter, Ace was wowing millions on TV shows like American Idol, Bones, and Half & Half. His Grammy-Nominated song “It's Not Over” gave way to his own BMI Pop Award and many other songwriting acclaims. Ace has starred on Broadway in HAIR and GREASE, and toured the country in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, regional theatre standout performances as Stacee Jaxx in ROCK OF AGES at Pittsburgh CLO and Radames in AIDA with Axelrod PAC, as well as honoring our military across the globe with the USO (5 world tours). He and his wife Diana's cabaret shows reach back to their roots with their love of intimate, moving music receiving rave reviews and awards. His next chapter of artistry has him sitting in the producer, writer, and artist chairs, for his newest acoustic album Up All Night. Singer, songwriter, and full-out entertainer, from stage to screen, Diana DeGarmo has conquered it all and then some. Her powerhouse vocals set her apart from a young age and shot her to fame on American Idol, opening doors to her numerous Broadway shows, Off-Broadway Shows, National & International Tours, a recurring role on The Young & The Restless, movies, and much more. Even when the world shuttered in 2020, Diana helped create three groundbreaking virtual musical productions, forming new and exciting theatre even in the most dire of times. Diana's solo and duo cabaret shows, with husband Ace Young, have also received national acclaim. Most recently, a lifelong dream was realized when she portrayed the iconic Patsy Cline with STAGES St. Louis to rave reviews. Her beloved country roots lend her voice to seamlessly transition through pop, theatre, jazz, and anything else her heart desires. Listen to her newest musical creation GEMINI wherever you find fine music, online or with her pink & black, double vinyl album available at www.dianadegarmo.com. Follow and contact: Email: Ace - dabears1993@gmail.com | Diana - degarmeaux@gmail.com Instagram: Ace - @aceyoung | Diana - @dianadyoung Twitter: - Ace - @iamaceyoung | Diana - @DianaDeGarmo
Today my guest is Brian Hall. Brian is the Chief Marketing Officer of Explore St. Louis, which is our own convention and visitors commission, as well as the Executive Director of the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation. We discuss the upcoming Explorer Series event on February, 22 at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center - the home of STAGES St. Louis. The upcoming season at STAGES will include the world premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical. We also discuss the Nascar Cup race coming to WWT Raceway in June, an upcoming Explorer Series event at the National Blues Museum, the musical nature of St. Louis, WWE event that occurred, St. Louis Soccer Stadium. Brian gives us details about Certified Creative Facilitators, his interview with Nikki Glaser, and he tells us about an example of kindness he witnessed! #MichMashPodcast #ExploreSTL #CivicPride #BrianHall Website: https://explorestlouis.com/ Explorer Series: https://explorestlouis.com/civic-pride/explorer-series/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explorestlouis/
Jack Lane has all the details about STAGES St. Louis holding virtual auditions for the world premiere of "The Karate Kid - The Musical". Also, the latest with "The Prom" and the current challenges for live theater. Check out the site for more: https://stagesstlouis.org/
Andrew Kuhlman, Associate Producer with STAGES St. Louis, on the thrilling performance of "Jersey Boys" at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center through October 24. Check out the site: https://stagesstlouis.org/jersey-boys/
Jack Lane, Co-founder and Executive Producer of Stages St. Louis, stopped by to talk with Nancy about the History of Stages, as well as the 2021-2022 season, which includes "Jersey Boys" and "The Karate Kid (The Musical)." Jack Lane was an actor in New York when he heard Co-Counder Michael Hamilton talk about his dream to found a theater troupe in St. Louis, and together they made that dream come true 35 years ago. Stages Co-Founders: Michael Hamilton (left) and Jack Lane (right) STAGES opened in 1987 with a budget of $50,000 and a part-time seasonal staff of eight. Today, the company employs a full-time staff of 25 overseeing a budget of $4.7 million. During the performance season, an additional 150 actors and crew members bring the productions to life. To date, STAGES professionals have produced 103 musicals, with nearly 3,400 performances, playing to more than one million patrons. The STAGES audience includes patrons from a spectrum of ages and socio-economic levels from more than 238 cities located in 30 states. Audience members represent over 160 zip codes from the state of Missouri alone. All productions are fully accessible to individuals with disabilities and each season STAGES provides hundreds of complimentary tickets to underserved populations, including low-income seniors. STAGES annual Theatre for Young Audiences production is a regional treasure that encourages multiple generations to attend professional, live musical theatre together on family-friendly schedules. In April of 2013, the STAGES Performing Arts Academy and the administrative offices relocated to a new 22,000-square-foot-facility in Chesterfield, which is enabling STAGES to meet a growing need for arts education programs in a larger, more flexible state-of-the-art facility. The Kent Center for Theatre Arts includes a performance hall with flexible seating to be used for main stage rehearsals, dance classes, educational presentations, donor and community events, and special performances.
Actors Edward Juvier and Sarah Ellis discuss their experience with performing in "Jersey Boys", which premieres on Friday, September 24 at The Ross Family Theatre in Kirkwood! Get tickets now: https://tickets.stagesstlouis.org/shows/jersey%20boys/events
Date: 09/06/2021 Name of Show: Let's Rethink This Episode title and number: The Power of Performance Art in Managing Mental Health Brief summary of show: Today we are talking with Angelo Blanchard, Katie Hayes and Paula Heller. Katie is the outreach coordinator at STAGES St Louis. If you have not heard of Stages, it is a local theatre that is committed to preserving and advancing the art form of musical theatre through excellence in performance and education. Paula is a licensed professional counselor and registered drama therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families and leads Drama Therapy Groups. Angelo is a member at Independence Center and along with his outreach work for IC also participates in the IC Players, the Clubhouse's acting group. We are going to talk about how the arts and in particular performance art can support better mental health in our community. Bullet points of key topics & timestamps: 1:15 - 12:33 Katie, Angelo, and Paula's Backgrounds 13:06 - 16:04 STAGES St. Louis 17:25 -18:05 Accessibility of Performance Art in the Community 19:15 – 20:59 Drama Therapy 21:20 – 30:52 IC Players & Power of Performance List of resources mentioned in episode, suggested reading, social media handles: North American Drama Therapy Association STAGES St. Louis or contact the Box Office at 314.821.2407 Calls to action: Subscribe to our podcast Follow us on Instagram @letsrethinkthispod
Welcome to ShhhTalk Unlimited! Episode notes: Straight Talk sucks my ass! MyBillie Freemasons Clampers The Karate Kid Musical to Get 2022 World Premiere at Stages St. Louis Brooklyn Nine-Nine Mexico Sues U.S. Guns Manufacturers For Fueling Violence Afghanistan: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whostalkingshhh/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whostalkingshhh/support
Andrew Kuhlman, associate producer with STAGES, with the big news of bringing a new show to The Ross Family Theatre in Kirkwood! Also, do not miss "Always... Patsy Cline" running through September 5. Check out their site: https://stagesstlouis.org/
The Executive Producer of STAGES St. Louis on the amazing success of "The Prom", the upcoming season that features "Jersey Boys", and Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Winner "In The Heights" for the 2022 Season! Visit the STAGES site: https://stagesstlouis.org/
Whine Line; County Council Member Mark Harder joins the show talking about being in Jefferson City today to see Gov. Parson sign the bill that gives local authorities to oversee health mandates. Jack Lane, Executive Producer of Stages St. Louis talking about “In the Heights” coming to Stages in 2022. Ryan Wrecker tells them about a big announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christopher Kale Jones who ORIGINATED the role of Frankie Valli on the 1st National Tour of JERSEY BOYS stops by! Listen for stories from the road — He also played Frankie in New York, Chicago, and LA! — and a tribute to the late Joe Siravo. Chris is returning to Jersey Boys as Frankie Valli in September at Stages St. Louis alongside his wife Jenna Coker Jones as Mary Delgado! Chris is booked and blessed in 2021. Support his additional projects, as well! Chicago Shakespeare Theatre- He is in pre-production on a “It Came from Outer Space!” musical spoof of the 1950s seminal sci-fi flick Watch a virtual version now for FREE until June 20th! Stream / buy his live album “Darin'” — one-man concert celebrating the incredible Bobby Darin live at the Mercury Theater in Chicago. He is re-joining the famous Under the Streetlamp group with two concerts in June, in Waukegan, Illinois and Deadwood Casino in South Dakota. ALL links on our Instagram @silhouettesjbpodcast_. This episode was recorded on April 21, 2021. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Suzanne is honored to have Claire Manship on TAWFT! This is the second of a two-part episode on the word, “resilience.” Claire shares intricate details surrounding Claire’s crazy medical experiences over the past 1.5 years and why “RESILIENCE” is such a personal and powerful word and mantra for her life before, then, and now. Claire hopes her story will give listeners hope and determination to overcome their own life interruptions and tenuous situations. Enjoy!More About Claire:As an actor, her most recent credits include Bliss at The 5th Avenue Theatre, a staged reading of Bliss at Bay Street Theater, Music Theatre Wichita's Hairspray, STAGES St. Louis' regional premiere of It Shoulda Been You and DreamWorks' Madagascar, and Miss Saigon at Signature Theatre. Claire has also produced multiple concert series in New York, including The Ladies Who Lunch, benefiting Planned Parenthood of NYC at Feinstein’s/54 Below. Claire holds a BFA in Acting from Elon University, and trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.As a content creator, Claire is a member of the TikTok Creator Marketplace and Fund, has garnered tens of millions of views across multiple platforms, and has created sponsored and branded content. Claire collaborated with PureWow to create Songs From The Sill and has been featured in the New York Times and Daily Mail. She also co-hosted and edited four years on the weekly podcast The Thing That Happened This Week and is a contributor for Medium. As a social content creator and digital producer, Claire has designed logos, websites, professional branding, photo edited and copywritten, monitored analytics, mastered algorithmic and engagement strategies, used SEO best practices, and produced hundreds of videos.She loves riding bikes around the Central Park loop, going to the movies multiple times a week, and creating content for her 334K+ followers on TikTok.Claire is represented by Craig Holzberg and Ellery Sandhu at Avalon Artists Group, and is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association.
Suzanne is honored to have Claire Manship on TAWFT! This is the first of a two-part episode on the word, “resilience.” Claire shares intricate details surrounding Claire’s crazy medical experiences over the past 1.5 years and why “RESILIENCE” is such a personal and powerful word and mantra for her life before, then, and now. Claire hopes her story will give listeners hope and determination to overcome their own life interruptions and tenuous situations. Enjoy!More About Claire:As an actor, her most recent credits include Bliss at The 5th Avenue Theatre, a staged reading of Bliss at Bay Street Theater, Music Theatre Wichita's Hairspray, STAGES St. Louis' regional premiere of It Shoulda Been You and DreamWorks' Madagascar, and Miss Saigon at Signature Theatre. Claire has also produced multiple concert series in New York, including The Ladies Who Lunch, benefiting Planned Parenthood of NYC at Feinstein’s/54 Below. Claire holds a BFA in Acting from Elon University, and trained at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.As a content creator, Claire is a member of the TikTok Creator Marketplace and Fund, has garnered tens of millions of views across multiple platforms, and has created sponsored and branded content. Claire collaborated with PureWow to create Songs From The Sill and has been featured in the New York Times and Daily Mail. She also co-hosted and edited four years on the weekly podcast The Thing That Happened This Week and is a contributor for Medium. As a social content creator and digital producer, Claire has designed logos, websites, professional branding, photo edited and copywritten, monitored analytics, mastered algorithmic and engagement strategies, used SEO best practices, and produced hundreds of videos.She loves riding bikes around the Central Park loop, going to the movies multiple times a week, and creating content for her 334K+ followers on TikTok.Claire is represented by Craig Holzberg and Ellery Sandhu at Avalon Artists Group, and is a proud member of Actors' Equity Association.
Our guest on Episode 2 is Judith Cullen, Executive Director of the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation. Originally from St. Charles, MO, she began her career as a dancer and performed at Powell Hall, the MUNY, Keil Opera House, JCA, Edison Theatre, STL Civic Ballet, St. Charles Civic Ballet, and on Corky the Clown’s Show before she was 10. She then turned to choreography and eventually full-time stage managing. She went on to study at Lindenwood University and worked on staff for 5 years at the star led Westport Playhouse, Theatre Project Company, MUNY Student Theatre Project Company, Judith worked on the National Tour of CATS, Miss Saigon, Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The Odd Couple with George Gobel, Twigs with Cloris Leachman, and Shear Madness at the Kennedy Center in D.C, Then she spent 5 more full-time years at Stages St. Louis. She returned to college to earn a BA in Legal Studies and a Master’s Certificate in Mediation from Dominican University in Illinois. In 2019, she accepted the Executive Director position at the Fox Performing Arts Charitable Foundation.
Comedian Judy Gold joins the show to discuss her new book "Yes, I Can Say That," which will be featured at the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival. Later, Andrew Kulhman of Stages St. Louis phones-in to discuss what's happening at Stages. Matinee Chat, What's Rocking and Delicious Scoop. Judy Gold: https://judygold.com/STL Jewish Book Festival: https://jccstl.com/festival-events-schedule/Stages St. Louis: https://stagesstlouis.org/Matinee Chat: https://matineechat.com/
Comedian Judy Gold joins the show to discuss her new book "Yes, I Can Say That," which will be featured at the St. Louis Jewish Book Festival. Later, Andrew Kulhman of Stages St. Louis phones-in to discuss what's happening at Stages. Matinee Chat, What's Rocking and Delicious Scoop. Judy Gold: https://judygold.com/STL Jewish Book Festival: https://jccstl.com/festival-events-schedule/Stages St. Louis: https://stagesstlouis.org/Matinee Chat: https://matineechat.com/
When Madeline Kahn signed on for a limited tour of Hello, Dolly! In 1992, she had never seen the show, and the closest she’d gotten to performing in it was a Forbidden Broadway-style spoof called “The ‘Dolly’ Sisters” in a nightclub revue at the start of her career. Alongside Betty Aberlin (later of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood) and Fannie Flagg (author of Fried Green Tomatoes), Madeline mocked the original Broadway production, which was still running at the time. Margery Lowe has performed in New York and across the country in various national tours, as well as at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, The Muny, the Fox Atlanta, Theatre Off Park, Sanford Meisner Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre of Maine, Kansas City Starlight, Stages St. Louis, Maine State Theatre, Stage West, and many others. Additional Florida credits include GableStage, Zoetic Stage at the Arsht Center, Caldwell Theatre Company, Coconut Grove Playhouse, Actors’ Playhouse, and Stage Door Theatre. Sherie L. Seff has been a casting director for over 30 years. New York credits include the Broadway and National Companies of ANNIE, CAMELOT starring Robert Goulet, ANNIE WARBUCKS, TAPESTRY, and most recently, Martin Charnin's SOMETHING FUNNY'S GOING ON AT 54 BELOW. Tony Nominated Lee Roy Reams (director) made his Broadway debut in Sweet Charity in 1966. Reams was nominated for both the Tony and Drama Desk Awards as Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in the original production of 42nd Street in 1980. He played the role of Frank Schultz in the 1989 Paper Mill Playhouse production of Show Boat, which was televised on Great Performances by PBS . http://www.callondolly.com/madeline-kahn
Actress Zoe Vonder Haar and Associate Producer Andrew Kuhlman of Stages St. Louis give us a rousing look at their lives and what life is like behind the scenes in the theatrical realm. Both are involved in the current Man of La Mancha production. Some special surprises are in store and great fun as well! https://www.stagesstlouis.org/ https://www.facebook.com/stagesstlouis/
Deborah Sharn speaks with actress, Amanda Robles, who plays Aldonza in the musical "Man of La Mancha" at Stages St.Louis through Oct. 6th.
This podcast is from episode number 533 of the program, originally broadcast on Thursday, August 1, 2019 and features reviews of the plays:- PAINT YOUR WAGON, by Lerner & Loewe & Jon Marans at The Muny - LA BOHEME, by Giacomo Puccini, Luigi Illica, & Giuseppe Giacosa at Union Avenue Opera - GREASE, by Jim Jacobs, Warren Casey, and others at Stages St. Louis- LABUTE THEATRE FESTIVAL, SET TWO, by various playwrights at St. Louis Actors’ Studio - JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, by Andrew Lloyd Webber & Tim Rice at Over Due Theatre Company - FOOTLOOSE, by Dean Pitchford, Walter Bobbie, Tom Snow, et al. at The Muny - OVERDONE, by David Hawley, & SCREAMING AT OPTIMUM PITCH, by Peg Flach, at First Run Theatre CompanyAND…- JAWS: THE PARODY LIVE!, by Donna Northcott et al. at Magic Smoking Monkey Theatre You can also see video and still pictures of the shows that we've talked about in all of our episodes by looking for us on all social media platforms...YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Search for "twontheaisle" on all of them. Here are the direct links:Facebook: http://facebook.com/twoontheaislehecYouTube: http://youtube.com/twoontheaisleInstagram: http://instagram.com/twoontheaisleTwitter: http://twitter.com/twoontheaisleSee you on August 15, 2019!
This podcast is from episode number 531 of the program, originally broadcast on Thursday, July 4, 2019 and features reviews of the plays:- THE REVOLUTIONISTS, by Lauren Gunderson, at Insight Theatre Company- INDECENT, by Paul Vogel, at Max & Louie Productions - 1776, by Sherman Edwards & Peter Stone, at The Muny - KINKY BOOTS, by Cyndi Lauper & Harvey Fierstein, at The Muny - AN AMAZING STORY: GERMAN ABOLITIONISTS OF MISSOURI, Cecilia Nadal, at Gitana Productions - HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, by John Cameroon Mitchell & Stephen Trask, at The Q Collective - THE SELFISH GIANT, by Jaime Zayas & Venessa Waggoner-Zayas after Oscar Wilde, at Christ Memorial Productions AND…- DISNEY’S 101 DALMATIANS, by Marcy Heisler, Mel Leven et al., Stages St. Louis You can also see video and still pictures of the shows that we've talked about in all of our episodes by looking for us on all social media platforms...YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Search for "twontheaisle" on all of them. Here are the direct links:Facebook: http://facebook.com/twoontheaislehecYouTube: http://youtube.com/twoontheaisleInstagram: http://instagram.com/twoontheaisleTwitter: http://twitter.com/twoontheaisleSee you on July 18, 2019!
This podcast is from episode number 530 of the program, originally broadcast on Thursday, June 20, 2019 and features reviews of the plays:- FIRE SHUT UP IN MY BONES, by Terence Blanchard & Kasi Lemmons, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis - THE CAPER IN AISLE 6, by Cecil McKinnon & Jack Marsh, at Circus Flora - THE BOY FROM OZ, by Peter Allen, Nick Enright, & Martin Sherman, at Stages St. Louis - SYLVIA, by A.R. Gurney, at Stray Dog Theatre - THE CORONATION OF POPPEA, by Claudio Monteverdi, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis- GUYS AND DOLLS, by Frank Loesser, Abe Burrows, & Jo Swerling, at The Muny - LEWIS & TOLKIEN: OF WARDROBES & RINGS, by David Payne, at the Playhouse @ Westport Plaza- NEXT TO NORMAL: THE THELONIUS MONK STORY, by Mariah Richardson, at A Call to Conscience & Jazz St. Louis AND…- FAT, by Shannon Geier, at because why not? Theatre CompanyYou can also see video and still pictures of the shows that we've talked about in all of our episodes by looking for us on all social media platforms...YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Search for "twontheaisle" on all of them. Here are the direct links:Facebook: http://facebook.com/twoontheaislehecYouTube: http://youtube.com/twoontheaisleInstagram: http://instagram.com/twoontheaisleTwitter: http://twitter.com/twoontheaisleSee you on July 4, 2019!
Deborah Sharn talks with Executive Producer Jack Lane about the Stages St. Louis season which includes BOY FROM OZ, GREASE, and MAN OF LA MANCHA.
Kelley and Gordon are joined by Andrew Kuhlman, associate producer at Stages St. Louis. Stages St. Louis: https://www.stagesstlouis.org/
Kelley and Gordon are joined by Andrew Kuhlman, associate producer at Stages St. Louis. Stages St. Louis: https://www.stagesstlouis.org/
Deborah Sharn talks with Jack Lane, Executive Producer for Stages St. Louis about their 32nd season of musicals and Jack’s role as lead Producer for the musical, “The Prom” that opens on Broadway fall of 2018.
Host Don Marsh talks to actors Corinne Melançon, Steve Isom and Stages St. Louis associate producer, Andrew Kuhlman, about stages' "I Do! I Do!" production.
Deborah Sharn talks with Jack Lane, Executive Producer for Stages St. Louis about the 31st season. Deborah and Jack also talked about the Stages' performing arts academy, the new performing arts center in Kirkwood and shows on which Jack Lane was a producer. Stages 31st season includes, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", "9 to 5 The Musical", South Pacific" and "Suessical The Musical".
Reviews of (1) FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, by Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick, & Joseph Stein, at The Muny, (2) TOSCA, by Giacomo Puccini, at Union Avenue Opera, (3) THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, by Lisa Lambert & Greg Morrison, Bob Martin & Don McKellar, at Stages St. Louis, (4) THOM PAIN (BASED ON NOTHING), by Will Eno, at The Midnight Company, (5) LABUTE NEW THEATER FESTIVAL, by several playwrights, at St. Louis Actors’ Studio, (6) XANADU, by Douglas Carter Bean, Jeff Lynner & John Farrar, at Take Two Productions, (7) MANMA MIA!, by Catherine Johnson, Benny Andersson & Bjorn Ulvaeus, at The Muny.
Guest Jack Lane, Executive Producer of Stages St. Louis, discusses the 30th anniversary of the organization and their work with bringing musical theater to the already rich performing arts scene in St. Louis.
Deborah Sharn talks with Jack Lane, Executive Producer for Stages St. Louis about their Anniversary season, the Stages Academy, a potential new theatre in Kirkwood, Missouri, and Jack Lanes work as a producer of Broadway shows.
The Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE FULL MONTY, by Terrence McNally & David Yazbek, at Stages St. Louis, (2) ALL THE WAY, by Robert Shenkkan, at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, (3) TELL ME SOMETHIN’ GOOD, conceived by Ron Himes, at The Black Rep, (4) MR. BURNS: A POST-ELECTRIC PLAY, by Anne Washburn, at R-S Theatrics, (5) FOOTLOOSE, by Dean Pitchford, Walter Bobbie, Tom Snow, et al., at KTK Productions, and (6) MOON OVER BUFFALO, by Ken Ludwig, at the Theatre Guild of Webster Groves.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review: (1) DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, Tim Rice, & Linda Woolverton, at The Muny, (2) RIGOLETTO, by Giuseppe Verdi, at Union Avenue Opera, (3) MOON OVER BUFFALO, by Ken Ludwig, at Insight Theatre Company, (4) ANYTHING GOES, by Cole Porter et al., at Stages St. Louis, (5) THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF HEDDA GABLER, by Jeff Whitty, at St. Louis Shakespeare, (6) THIS IS N0T FUNNY, by the Cast, at Theatre Nuevo, (7) CAROUSEL, by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, at Hawthorne Payers, (8) LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL, by Laurence O’Keefe, Nell Benjamin, & Heather Hach, at Take Two Productions, and (9) LABUTE NEW THEATRE FESTIVAL, PART TWO, by several, at St. Louis Actors’ Studio.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE, by Jerry Leiber & Mike Stoller, at Stages St. Louis, (2) LA RONDINE, by Giacomo Puccini, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (3) ONE SUMMER ON SECOND STREET, Circus Flora, (4) RICHARD THE LIONHEART, by George Frederic Handel, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (5) THE THREEPENNY OPERA, by Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill, at New Line Theatre, (6) THE PILLOWMAN, by Martin McDonagh, at Theatre Lab, (7) DOG SEES GOD: CONFESSIONS OF A TEENAGE BLOCKHEAD, by Bert V. Royal, at Stray Dog Theatre., (8) DISNEY’S THE ARISTOCATS, by Michael Bernard, Bryan Louiselle, et al., at Stages St. Louis, (9) IS THIS REALLY HAPPENING RIGHT NOW?, by Mollie J. Ambugey & Will Bonfiglio, at GoodPeople Theatre Co.
Jack Lane is the executive producer for Stages St. Louis, and he gives the run down of the summer season: Smokey Joe's Cafe May 29 - June 28 / Anything Goes July 17 - August 16 / The Full Monty September 4 - October 4
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, by Joseph Stein, Jerry Bock & Sheldon Harnick, at Stages St. Louis; (2) ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, by Richard Bean, at The Rep; (3) DEATH OF A SALESMAN, by Arthur Miller, at Insight Theatre Co.; (4) PURLIE, by Ossie Davis, Philip Rose, Peter Udell, & Gary Geld, at The Black Rep; (5) THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, by David Nehls & Betsy Kelso, at Dramatic License Productions; (6) THE NORMAL HEART, by Larry Kramer, at HotCity Theatre; (7) FIRST LADY SUITE, by Michael John LaChiusa, R-S Theatrics; (8) THE KING AND I, by Rodgers & Hammerstein, at Christ Memorial Productions; and (9) DEARLY DEPARTED, by David Botrell & Jessie Jones, at the Theatre Guild of Webster Groves.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, by Frank Loesser, Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock & Willie Gilbert, at Stages St. Louis, (2) A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, by Andre Previn & Tennessee Williams, at Union Avenue Opera, (3) GREASE, by Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey, at The Muny, (4) LaBUTE FESTIVAL PART 2, by Neil LaBute et al., at St. Louis Actors' Studio, (5) FUNNY GIRL, by Isobel Lennart, Jule Styne & Bob Merrill, at Stray Dog Theatre, (6) TARZAN, by Phil Collins & David Henry Hwang, at Take Two Productions, (7) QUILLS, by Doug Wright, at Max & Louie Productions, (8) WILLY WONKA, by Roald Dahl et al., at Over Due Theatre Co., and (9) SEX, DRUGS, ROCK & ROLL, by Eric Bogosian, at The Midnight Co.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) 27, by Ricky Ian Gordon & Royce Vavrek, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis; (2) LOVE! VALOUR! COMPASSION!, by Terrence McNally, at Stray Dog Theatre; (3) DIALOGUES OF THE CARMELITES, by Francis Poulenc, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis; (4) SOMEONE WHO'LL WATCH OVER ME, by Frank McGuinness, at R-S Theatrics; (5) BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL, by Lee Hall & Elton John, at The Muny; and (6) DISNEY'S SLEEPING BEAUTY, by Marcy Heisler, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, et al., at Stages St. Louis.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE ELIXIR OF LOVE, by Gaetano Donizetti & Felice Romani, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (2) THE PAWN, at Circus Flora, (3) THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, by Marvin Hamlisch, Carole Baker Sager, & Neil Simon, at Stages St. Louis, (4) OLIVER!, by Lionel Bart, at Insight Theatre Co., (5) HANDS ON A HARDBODY, by Trey Anastasio, Amanda Green, & Doug Wright, at New Line Theatre, and (6) THE RIVER, Elizabeth Heffron, and THIS IS NOWHERE, by Caitlin McCommis, at Tesseract Theatre Co.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review CABARET, by Joe Masteroff, John Kander & Fred Ebb, at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, MY FAIR LADY, by Alan Jay Lerner & Frederick Loewe, at Stages St. Louis, OUR TOWN, by Thornton Wilder, at Insight Theatre Co., ENTERTAINING MR. SLOAN, by Joe Orton, at HotCity Theatre, THE PURPOSE PROJECT: THAO'S LIBRARY, by Elizabeth Van Meter, at Mustard Seed Theatre, EMERGENCY, by Daniel Beaty, at The Black Rep, PARADE, by Alfred Uhry and Jason Robert Brown, at R-S Theatrics, and THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO, by Alfred Uhry, at the Theatre Guild of Webster Groves.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky interview Maggie Ryan (Artistic Director, Insight Theatre Company) after reviewing (1) LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL, by Heather Hach and Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin, at Stages St. Louis, (2) WEST SIDE STORY, by Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, & Jerome Robbins, at The Muny, (3) THE SECRET GARDEN, by Lucy Simon & Marsha Norman, at Hawthorne Players, (4) MARY POPPINS THE MUSICAL, by Julian Fellowes, the Shermans, George Stiles & Anthony Drewe, at The Muny, and (5) THE ENCHANTED ISLAND, adapted from Shakespeare by Beverly and Gerald H. Bailey, at Clayton Community Theatre.
This week's pOZcast, the first of our new, bi-weekly pOZcast, is now available! In addition to the usual sections you know and love, we have: * An interview with Michelle London (former Nessarose – 2nd Ntl. Tour, 1st Ntl. Tour; former ensemble, u/s Glinda, Nessarose – 2nd Ntl. Tour; former ensemble, u/s Glinda – Chicago) about playing Elle Woods in LEGALLY BLONDE at Stages St. Louis! * A review of the 2nd National Tour of WICKED by Isaac, which he saw this weekend in Houston, TX. * Our new "enhanced cast update", which is explained in the podcast. * An awesome discussion by Ryan and Jonathan in theatre news, talking about BIG FISH and IF/THEN casting announcements, and the latest developments in the REBECCA scandal. * A somewhat incoherent WICKED News section by Isaac and Shira, who were running on a combined seven hours of sleep. It's a fun and somewhat hilarious episode! So check it out - and let us know your thoughts on the new format!
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) SHREK THE MUSICAL, by David Lindsay-Abaire & JeanineTesori, at The Muny, (2) CHARLEY'S AUNT, by Brandon Thomas, at ACT Inc., (3) THE KISS, by Bedrich Smetana, and CHAMPION, by Terence Blanchard & Michael Cristofer, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (4) DISNEY'S CINDERELLA, book by Marcy Heisler, score by Mack David, Jerry Livingston & Al Hoffman, at Stages St. Louis, (5) THERE'S A GUN IN YOUR GOODBYE BAG, by Elizabeth Birkenmeier, at OnSite Theatre, (6) GETTING MARRIED, by George Bernard Shaw, at ACT Inc., (7) MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT, by Eric Idle and John Du Prez,at The Muny, and (8) HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, by John Mitchell & StephenTrask, at [insert name here] Theatre Co.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE WIZ, by Charlie Smalls & William F. Brown, at The Black Rep, (2) ALWAYS . . . PATSY CLINE, by Ted Swindley et al., at Stages St. Louis, (3) SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION, by John Guare, at Stray Dog Theatre, (4) IL TABARRO & PAGLIACCI, by Puccini & Leoncavallo, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (5) CHAPTER TWO, by Neal Simon, at Insight Theatre Co., (6) KING LEAR, by William Shakespeare, at St. Louis Actors' Studio, (7) A TRIP TO THE MOON, at Circus Flora, (8) BUKOWSICAL, by Spencer Green & Gary Stockdale, at New Line Theatre, and (9) THE CHERRY SISTERS REVISITED, by Dan O'Brien, at R-S Theatrics.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, by Neil Simon, at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, (2) MY ONE AND ONLY, by George & Ira Gershwin and Peter Stone & Timothy S. Mayer, at Stages St. Louis, (3) DINNER WITH FRIENDS, by Donald Margulies, at Dramatic License Productions, (4) GOODBYE, RUBY TUESDAY, by EM Lewis, at HotCity Theatre, (5) MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS, by Ron Hutchinson, at KTK Productions, (6) ADDING MACHINE: A MUSICAL, by Elmer Rice, Joshua Schmidt & Jason Loewith, at R-S Theatrics, (7) REMEMBER ME?, by Samuel Bobrick, at the Theatre Guild of Webster Groves, and (8) KEN HALLER: THE TV SHOW!, at The Presenters Dolan.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE SOUND OF MUSIC, by Rodgers & Hammerstein and Lindsay & Crouse, at Stages St. Louis, (2) THE KING AND I, by Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II, at The Muny, (3) THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL, by David Nehls & Betsy Kelso, at Stray Dog Theatre, (4) AIDA, by Elton John & Tim Rice, Linda Woolverton & Robert Falls & David Henry Hwang, at Take Two Productions, (5) PIRATES! (OR, GILBERT & SULLIVAN PLUNDER'D), by W.S. Gilbert, Arthur Sullivan, & Nell Benjamin, at The Muny, (6) THE SOUND OF MUSIC, by Rodgers & Hammerstein and Lindsay & Crouse, at The Over Due Theatre Co., and (7) COMPANY, by Stephen Sondheim & George Furth, at Hawthorne Players.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) CHICAGO, by John Kander, Fred Ebb, & Bob Fosse, at The Muny, (2) DISNEY'S THE JUNGLE BOOK, by Richard M. & Robert B. Sherman, Terry Gilkyson, & Marcy Heisler, at Stages St. Louis, (3) BOWLING EPIPHANY -- THE REVIVAL!, by Carter Lewis & Dan Rubin, at OnSite Theatre Co., (4) BROOKLYN BAGATELLE, by Neville Mur, at First Run Theatre, (5) ALICE IN WONDERLAND, by Unsuk Chin & David Henry Hwang, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (6) THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, by Richard Morris, Dick Scanlan, & Jeanine Tesori, at The Muny, and (7) AND THE WORLD GOES ROUND, by John Kander & Fred Ebb, at Insight Theatre Co.
1) AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', by Murray Horwitz, Richard Maltby, Jr., et al., at Stages St. Louis (2) COSI FAN TUTTE, by W. A. Mozart & Lorenzo Da Ponte, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis (3) THE WIZARD, at Circus Flora (4) HIGH FIDELITY, by Tom Kitt, Amanda Green, & David Lindsay-Abaire, at New Line Theatre (5) 9 CIRCLES, by Bill Cain, at R-S Theatrics (6) TRAVELS WITH MY AUNT, by Graham Greene, adapted by Giles Havergal, at ACT Inc. (7) THE DAMASK CHEEK, by John Van Druten & Lloyd Morris, at ACT Inc.
Chinese Lantern Festival--Art by Day, Magic by Night "Art by Day, Magic by Night" captivates visitors to the Missouri Botanical Garden. The lanterns depict Chinese history and culture, forming a kaleidoscope of color and light towering above the garden's natural beauty. HEC-TV's cameras follow artisans as they create these amazing works of art. Cirque du Soleil--Quidam We're backstage with the performers of the Cirque du Soleil in the hours before a performance. Quidam is the story of a young girl's escape into imagination, told through acrobatic movement and music. In the Spotlight: Stages Producing top quality musical theater is the mission of Stages St. Louis, our latest theater group "In the Spotlight." Arts for Life Creating art that makes a difference in people's lives while recognizing the best in community theater is the goal of the group Arts For Life. Joe Schuster: Literary Grand Slam Publishing success comes to Webster University professor Joe Schuster whose first novel about a baseball player's rocky career is receiving rave reviews. Cavo Local band Cavo is a presence on the national rock scene. In this story, band members talk candidly about the roller coaster of the rock music business and the challenges of staying focused on making music. Fringe Festival Art that is "on the fringe" is front and center in this eclectic festival on the streets of Grand Center. A Sculptor's Story A personal tragedy molds the work of a local metal sculptor. If Walls Could Talk--Arthur Towata Meet a visual artist whose work is informed by his childhood years spent in a Japanese internment camp in WWII. Arianna String Quartet A musical quartet known for their tremendous talent are also teachers and educators. In this story, we introduce you to the members of Arianna String Quartet.
Bob Wlicox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE SECRET GARDEN, by Marsha Norman & Lucy Simon, at Stages St. Louis, (2) BYE BYE BIRDIE, by Michael Stewart, Lee Adams, & Charles Strouse, at The Muny, (3) RESTORATION, by Edward Bond, at St. Louis Shakespeare, (4) SHE LOVES ME, by Joe Masteroff, Sheldon Harnick, & Jerry Bock, at Insight Theatre Co., (5) LA CENERENTOLA, by Gioachino Rossini & Jacopo Ferretti, at Union Avenue Opera, (6) THRILL ME: THE LEOPOLD & LOEB STORY, by Stephen Dolginoff, at Max & Louie Productions, (7) SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, by Lawrence Kasha et al., at The Muny, (8) DEBBIE DOES DALLAS -- THE MUSICAL, by Erica Schmidt, et al., The NonProphet Theater Co., and (9) ANNIE, by Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, & Thomas Meehan, at Hawthorne Players.
Bob Wlicox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) THE SECRET GARDEN, by Marsha Norman & Lucy Simon, at Stages St. Louis, (2) BYE BYE BIRDIE, by Michael Stewart, Lee Adams, & Charles Strouse, at The Muny, (3) RESTORATION, by Edward Bond, at St. Louis Shakespeare, (4) SHE LOVES ME, by Joe Masteroff, Sheldon Harnick, & Jerry Bock, at Insight Theatre Co., (5) LA CENERENTOLA, by Gioachino Rossini & Jacopo Ferretti, at Union Avenue Opera, (6) THRILL ME: THE LEOPOLD & LOEB STORY, by Stephen Dolginoff, at Max & Louie Productions, (7) SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, by Lawrence Kasha et al., at The Muny, (8) DEBBIE DOES DALLAS -- THE MUSICAL, by Erica Schmidt, et al., The NonProphet Theater Co., and (9) ANNIE, by Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, & Thomas Meehan, at Hawthorne Players.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) KISS ME, KATE, by Cole Porter, William Shakespeare, et al., at The Muny, (2) THE DEATH OF KLINGHOFFER, by John Adams & Alice Goodman, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (3) 101 DALMATIONS, by Marcy Heisler, Bryan Louiselle, et al., at Stages St.Louis, (4) DANNY AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA, by John Patrick Shanley, at The NonProphet Theater Co., (5) BEHIND THE CHAIR, by Jason Slavik, at First Run Theatre,(6) THE MINEOLA TWINS, by Paula Vogel, at Muddy Waters Theatre, (7) LEGALLY BLONDE, by Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin and Heather Hach, at The Muny,(8) THE ROYAL FAMILY, by George S. Kaufman & Edna Ferber, at ACT Inc., and (9) SNOOPY!!! THE MUSICAL, by Warren Lockhart et al., at Soundstage Productions.
Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky review (1) A CHORUS LINE, by Marvin Hamlisch, Edward Kleban, James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante, at Stages St. Louis, (2) THE IMMIGRANT, by Mark Harelik, at the New Jewish Theatre, (3) PELLEAS AND MELISANDE, by Claude Debussy, at Opera Theatre of St. Louis, (4) JUST DESSERTS, by Neil LaBute, at St. Louis Actors' Studio, (5) VAGABOND ADVENTURES, at Circus Flora, (6) KIND SIR, by Norman Krasna, at ACT Inc., (7) THE VISIT, by Friedrich Duerrenmatt, at Stray Dog Theatre, (8) BARE, by Damon Intrabartolo & Jon Hartmere, at New Line Theatre, and (9) BECKY'S NEW CAR, by Steven Dietz, at Insight Theatre Co.
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