Podcasts about A Streetcar Named Desire

EPISODE 102 -  “TALKIES, GANGSTERS, & BUGS BUNNY: THE WARNER BROTHERS JOURNEY” - 8/25/25 In this week's episode, we're turning the spotlight on the incredible journey of the Warner brothers—Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack—four ambitious siblings who rose from modest immigrant roots to create one of the most influential movie studios in the world: Warner Bros. Studios. Their story begins in the early 20th century, with a hand-cranked projector and a traveling film show, and evolves into a groundbreaking entertainment empire that would forever change the film industry. From their early struggles during the silent film era to their game-changing release of The Jazz Singer, in 1927, the first feature-length "talkie," the Warner brothers didn't just adapt to change—they drove it. Join us as we trace the rise of Warner Bros., a studio born from risk, vision, and a relentless belief in the power of storytelling.   SHOW NOTES:  Sources: Warner Brothers: Hollywood's Ultimate Backlot (2014), by Steven Bingen; Early Warner Brothers Studios (2010), by E.J. Stephens & Marc Wanamaker; You Must Remember This:  The Warner Bros. Story (2008), by Richard Schickel & George Perry; Hollywood Be Thy Name: The Warners Bros. Story (1994), by Cass Warner; The Warner Brothers' Story (1979), by Clive Hirschhorn; Wikipedia.com; TCM.com; IBDB.com; IMDBPro.com; Movies Mentioned: The Great Train Robbery (1903); Dante's Inferno (1911); Peril on the Plains (1912);  Raiders on the Mexican Border (1912); My Four Years in Germany (1918); Don Juan (1926);  The Jazz Singer (1927); Little Caesar (1931);  The Public Enemy (1931); Scarface (1932); Baby Face (1933); Female (1933);  Marked Woman (1938); Jezebel (1938);  Angels with Dirty Faces (1938); Captain Blood (1935);  The Sea Hawk (1935);  Charge of the Light Brigade (1936); The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938); The Life of Emile Zola (1937); Confessions of a Nazi Spy (1939); The Maltese Falcon (1941);  Now Voyager (1942);  The Big Sleep (1946); High Sierra (1941);  The Big Sleep (1946); White Heat (1949); You're In The Army Now (1941);  Yankee Doodle Dandy (1942); This Is The Army (1943); Casablanca (1943); Mission To Moscow (1943); A Streetcar Named Desire (1951); East of Eden (1955);  Rebel Without a Cause (1955); Giant (1956); --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis starts its 10th season tomorrow night with “A Streetcar Named Desire” at the Grandel Theatre in Grand Center. The 11-day festival continues with special performances and other events throughout the weekend.

The Daily Quiz - Art and Literature Today's Questions: Question 1: Which author had a No. 1 bestseller in 2015 with his latest legal thriller 'Rogue Lawyer'? Question 2: In which epic poem by John Milton does Satan plot against Adam and Eve? Question 3: What is the name of the miserly main character in A Christmas Carol? Question 4: Which of these is a play by Shakespeare? Question 5: Which book published in 1952 features an unusual friendship between a spider and a pig? Question 6: What is the name of the account of the Trojan War written by the Ancient Greek poet Homer? Question 7: In which book series does Professor Moriarty appear? Question 8: What playwright wrote "A Streetcar Named Desire"? Question 9: Which of these is NOT a work by Shakespeare? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Movie of the Year: 1999All About My Mother vs. The MummyWhen Pedro Met PopcornIn this special bonus podcast episode of Movie of the Year, the Taste Buds take a detour from draft formats and single-film deep dives to bring you a dynamic double feature: Pedro Almodóvar's All About My Mother (1999) and Stephen Sommers' The Mummy (1999). One is an emotionally complex, internationally acclaimed art film. The other is a crowd-pleasing adventure spectacle. And yet—they share more than you might think.This podcast review examines how both films, in vastly different genres and tones, serve as love letters to the movies that came before them. Whether referencing classic melodrama or 1930s monster movies, All About My Mother and The Mummy demonstrate that the films of 1999 have a cinematic legacy as enduring as their memory.All About My Mother (1999) Movie Review: The Emotional EpicPedro Almodóvar's All About My Mother is an intricate, compassionate examination of motherhood, identity, and grief. The film is suffused with references to cinema—from All About Eve to A Streetcar Named Desire. The Taste Buds analyze how Almodóvar uses visual language and character archetypes to update and honor classic Hollywood and European melodramas, while giving voice to marginalized characters rarely centered on screen.The Mummy (1999) Movie Discussion: A Popcorn Adventure with Classic RootsIn contrast, The Mummy updates the 1930s Universal monster movies for a late-'90s audience. With Brendan Fraser as a swashbuckling hero and Rachel Weisz as a brainy librarian-turned-explorer, the film balances horror, comedy, and romance in a pulpy, action-packed romp. The Taste Buds explore how The Mummy evokes the spirit of early adventure films while reinventing its archetypes for a modern audience.Cinema About Cinema: Film History as FoundationDespite their differences, All About My Mother and The Mummy are united by their referentiality. Both films use a rich knowledge of film history—not as a crutch, but as a launching point. Almodóvar weaves old film tropes into new emotional truths. Sommers crafts a blockbuster that lovingly revives and retools a genre. The Taste Buds discuss how both directors use nostalgia not as imitation, but as inspiration.The Taste Buds Dig In: Movie Podcast Panel ReactionsThe panelists share their favorite moments from both films, comparing the emotional stakes, visual aesthetics, and thematic resonance. How does The Mummy's big-budget spectacle stack up against the intimate drama of All About My Mother? Which film aged better? And what do they reveal about what cinema meant in 1999?Different Genres, Same Passion for CinemaAll About My Mother and The Mummy may live in different cinematic universes, but both show how the movies of 1999 mined the rich soil of film history to grow something bold and fresh. Whether it's Pedro Almodóvar's poignant melodrama or Stephen Sommers' thrilling adventure, both films prove that storytelling evolves through homage and reinvention.

Lynn & Carl are joined by Gary F. Bell from Stray Dog Theatre about their production of Aaron Copeland's The Second Hurricane (from 8/7). Next Carrie Houk joins to talk about the STL Tennessee Williams Festival 10th Anniversary production of A Streetcar Named Desire (from 8/7). Finally, Jeff Harnar discusses his Sammy Cahn show at Blue Strawberry (8/8). Plus they discuss the new release: The Naked Gun.

Tennessee Williams's legacy continues to flourish in St. Louis, thanks to the vibrant Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis, now celebrating its 10th anniversary. In this episode, we have a delightful chat with Carrie Houk, the mastermind behind the festival. She opens up about her journey from a small festival idea to creating one of the most prominent Tennessee Williams festivals in the United States. From panel discussions to performances, the festival offers a multifaceted approach to celebrating Williams's work, all while engaging the community in a fun and interactive way. Carrie gives us a sneak peek into this year's exciting lineup, including a collaboration with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, which will be staging a unique version of A Streetcar Named Desire in 2026. This partnership not only enhances the festival's offerings but also highlights the importance of collaboration in the arts. We also reveal one of the quirky events planned for the festival, like the Stella Shouting Contest, where participants can showcase their vocal prowess while paying homage to one of Williams's most famous characters. Carrie's journey is a reminder of the power of creativity and collaboration in the arts, and how festivals like this can breathe life into cultural legacies. So, whether you're a die-hard Williams fan or just love a good story, tune in for an engaging conversation that celebrates the magic of theater and the joy of community![00:00] Introduction to Tennessee Williams St. Louis Festival[00:55] Welcome and Show Introduction[01:36] Interview with Carrie Houk Begins[02:40] Highlights of the Festival Events[03:04] Streetcar Named Desire and Collaborations[06:03] Unique Festival Activities[07:59] Central West End Walking Tour[11:04] Scholars Panel and Tribute Performance[13:05] Carrie Houk's Reflections and Future Plans[16:13] Remarks and Acknowledgements about the Festival[21:23] Sponsor Message and Dred Scott Heritage Foundation[23:24] Tennessee Williams' Legacy in St. Louis[24:34] Introduction to Camino Real[25:02] Themes and Setting of the Play[25:53] Discussion on Tennessee Williams' Perspective[26:35] Calvary Cemetery and Historical Figures[27:50] Thought to Ponder: Muhammad Ali's Wisdom[30:24] Mental Floss: Literal Translations[34:10] Days of the Day and National Celebrations[35:37] Old Jokes and Final Thoughts[39:09] Conclusion and FarewellTakeaways: Tennessee Williams has a deep connection to St. Louis, which is celebrated at the annual Tennessee Williams Festival. The Tennessee Williams Festival St. Louis is celebrating its 10th anniversary with exciting events and productions this year. This year's festival includes a unique production of 'A Streetcar Named Desire' with a fresh perspective and new cast members. Attendees can look forward to fun activities like the Stella shouting contest to kick off the festival weekend. Festival founder Carrie Houk reflects on how the festival has grown and gained acclaim over the years, becoming a premier event in the U.S. The collaborative events with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis add a rich layer to the festival, highlighting Williams' influence on the arts. CalendarMissouri History Museum Thursday Night Event: Thursday, July 31st from 6:30pm to 8:00pm (Happy Hour prior 5:30-6:30) Presented in collaboration with the Missouri History Museum and Opera Theatre Saint Louis.Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams: August 7-17th, 2025 (Thursday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm) The Grandel TheaterStella Shouting Contest: Friday, August 8th at 5:30pm, Courtyard at The GrandelScholars...

CHRIS BAUER has appeared in over 300 episodes of television, 40 feature films, and several theater productions on Broadway and Off. His multiple  long running television credits  include Frank Sobotka in ‘THE WIRE', Andy Bellefleur in ‘TRUE BLOOD', and Bobby Dwyer in ‘THE DEUCE' for HBO. Most recently he starred as pro wrestler Wild Bill Hancock on ‘HEELS' for Starz, where he also appeared in ‘GASLIT' with Julia Roberts and Sean Penn, and ‘SURVIVORS REMORSE', produced by LeBron James, and played Joe McCarthy in the Peabody Award winning ‘FELLOW TRAVELERS' for Showtime. On Apple TV Plus, he played Deke Slayton in the inaugural season of ‘FOR ALL MANKIND', and appeared as  Det. Tom Lange in ‘PEOPLE VS OJ' for FX. Recent feature credits include co-starring with Denzel Washington in the Warner Brothers film ‘THE LITTLE THINGS', ‘MONEY MONSTER', and ‘SULLY'. He received an Outer Critic's nomination for playing Mitch in ‘STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE' on Broadway, and has originated roles in plays by David Mamet, Jez Butterworth, and John Patrick Shanley throughout a long career in theater. Upcoming credits include the limited series' 'Unspeakeable' for Paramount Plus, and 'His/Hers' for Netflix. On film he will be seen in 'Henry Johnson' and 'Our Hero Balthazar', as well as '3 Holes and a Donut', a feature film he wrote and directed. Chris is a native of Los Angeles, a  graduate of the Yale School of Drama, and a metalhead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The life love and man magic of Tennessee Williams, poet laureate of American summer. The study begins with his first three: the timeless Glass Menagerie, the deathless Streetcar Named Desire, and the underrated Summer & Smoke, a parable of frigidity most relevant to our times. With Zach Langley of I'm So Popular and Josh of The Dionysian Dream   For the full 2+ hour episode, plus many more premium eps including regular "smoke breaks" on urgent topics of the day, subscribe to the show at patreon.com/filthyarmenian   Follow on X/insta @filthyarmenian

The twentieth episode of SMFMS Bookends, the satellite show for Save Me From My Shelf. Here we read emails, answer listener questions, talk about what we're currently reading, watching, and playing, resuscitate the Bad Sex Awards™, and provide further outtakes and analysis cut from our Streetcar episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two friends and academics recap classic literature and take it off its pedestal. This season, we are only looking at banned and controversial texts. In our sixty-eighth episode, we recap Tennessee Williams's most famous work, A Streetcar Named Desire (1947). Abby stresses out after some massive audio equipment failure and Daniel reveals himself to be both the podcast's Brando AND a thriving gay man.Cover art © Catherine Wu.Episode Theme: Daniel Jenkin-Smith, 'Trolley Problem'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this Out Takes we celebrated Pride Month with the return of a special selection of queer films from MQFF, a new short film showcase coming to Melbourne's west, and... LEARN MORE The post MQFF Pride Month Screenings 2025 with special guest Ro Bright, Pride of Our Footscray short film showcase and ‘A Streetcar Named Desire' review appeared first on Out Takes.

Gillian Anderson's breakthrough television role in the sci-fi series The X Files made her a global star in 1993, and she played cool-headed Agent Dana Scully for nearly a decade. She also starred in period dramas, including an acclaimed film adaptation of Edith Wharton's novel The House Of Mirth and, on television, in Bleak House, Great Expectations and War and Peace. Her theatre credits include A Doll's House, A Streetcar Named Desire and All About Eve, all of which saw her nominated for Olivier Awards. Gillian Anderson has won Golden Globe and Emmy Awards for the X Files, and also for The Crown in which she played Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. More recently, she found a new generation of fans for role as a sex therapist in the series Sex Education. Her latest film is The Salt Path, adapted from the bestselling memoir by Raynor Wynn.Gillian Anderson tells John Wilson how, after being born in Chicago, she moved with her parents to Crouch End, London, when she was five, and then to Michigan at the age of 11. After what she describes as ‘rebellious' teenage years, she studied at Chicago's DePaul University with drama teacher Ric Murphy, whom she cites as a major influence on her early acting ambitions. After a series of minor stage roles in New York, she auditioned for The X Files and the role of Agent Scully changed her life. She also chooses the actor Meryl Streep as a major inspiration after seeing her with Robert Redford in the 1985 romantic drama film Out Of Africa. Gillian also reveals how the work of the Serbian-born conceptual performance artist Marina Abramović has also been an influential cultural figure for her.Producer: Edwina Pitman

It took seven seasons, but it finally happened with Gillian Anderson's writing and directing debut, "all things". The FIRST X-FILES EPISODE DIRECTED BY A WOMAN is a poetic meditation on coincidence, circumstance, Buddhism, transcendence and healing. It's got a soundtrack featuring 90s electronic stalwart Moby. And Mulder goes to Stonehenge in it! Plus, there's some sexy stuff too! Join us as we discuss the episode, its place in time, and take dips into the MouthGarf Report and I See What You Did There!Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts! Want to ask us a question? Talk to us! Email debutbuddies@gmail.comListen to Kelly and Chelsea's awesome horror movie podcast, Never Show the Monster.Get some sci-fi from Spaceboy Books.Get down with Michael J. O'Connor's music!Next time: First Legend of Zelda

GTA expert and regular guy Ian Ingram joins the guys to chat musicals before diving into Barbie's Dreamhouse. After doing their best to design the home of their deepest desires, Ian leads the duo in an anime contest. It's a real nail biter.00:00 Intro & Check Ins12:13 Barbie's Dreamhouse20:56 Lost in TranslationIan Ingram:JHG Creative:https://www.instagram.com/jhgcreative/A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams (June 11 - 15 in Winnipeg):https://www.the28thminute.com/a-streetcar-named-desireTrigger Happy:https://www.instagram.com/triggerhappycomedy/Secret Family at the Annoyance Theatre (Thursdays at 8pm in Chicago):https://www.theannoyance.com/show/secret-familyCheck out our DnD show: 'What We Do in the Basement': https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-we-do-in-the-basement/id1552947049FOLLOW Oops All Segments on Instagram: www.instagram.com/oopsallsegmentsFOLLOW Oops All Segments on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@oopsallsegmentsSUBSCRIBE to Oops All Segments on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@oopsallsegments

Jets season is over (0:30); Jets wrap with post-game audio (6:15); Jets season is over... so now what??? How do we fill the void when something ends (15:15); RM of Lac du Bonnet UPDATE (20:55); Donations Pour In to TNYF from hockey fans to honour Brad Scheifele (28:20); That's a wrap… Jets losing GM 6. Last game for Ehlers? As good as it gets? And of course Scheifele courage - Jim Toth (36:05); How do we push forward when someone we love dies? (49:15); Winning entry on filling the void (56:15); A Streetcar Named Desire playing at Gas Station Arts Centre from June 11th-June 15th (1:00:15).

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

Dylan and Connor are back, back, back AGAIN with your favorite form of spoken word: a TWIN TALK. The culture is really popping off right now, starting with the State of Bravo TV. Summer House, The Real Housewives of Potomac, Salt Lake City, and New York, PLUS thoughts on reality stars with podcasts about their own show. The Broadway (and Off-Broadway!) season is in full swing right now, so the twins dive into their favorite shows they've seen… and seen again! Hear thoughts on Sunset Boulevard, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Jonathan Larson Project, and Operation Mincemeat. Speaking of meat, they debate Sunset's Joe Gillis' underwear situation. Is. Joe. Tucked? Keep listening for The White Lotus chatter, excitement for upcoming Ariana and Miley music, and MORE. Riddle us this: is there a contemporary musical with a book that isn't cringey? Speak on it!Follow DRAMA. on Twitter & Instagram & Tiktok & BlueskyFollow Connor MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramFollow Dylan MacDowell on Twitter & InstagramSubscribe to our show on iHeartRadio Broadway!Support the podcast by subscribing to DRAMA+, which also includes bonus episodes, Instagram Close Friends content, and more!

The Daily Quiz - Art and Literature Today's Questions: Question 1: Which artist painted "Luncheon on the Boating Party" Question 2: Which author wrote 'Cormoran Strike'? Question 3: What playwright wrote "A Streetcar Named Desire"? Question 4: Which author wrote 'Resurrection'? Question 5: Which author wrote 'The Old Curiosity Shop'? Question 6: What nursery rhyme includes a dish and a spoon running away together? Question 7: In which book series does 'Ron Weasley' appear? Question 8: Which architect designed The Whitehouse? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when history, activism, and theater collide? The producers of The Return of Benjamin Lay break it down. What happens when a story refuses to be forgotten? The Return of Benjamin Lay isn't just a play—it's a powerful lesson in courage, creativity, and using your voice for change. In this episode of Your Creative Mind, I sit down with the producers of the production coming to The Sheen Center this March to talk about bringing this revolutionary abolitionist's story to the stage. You'll hear how bold storytelling can challenge the status quo, why creative work has the power to shift perspectives, and what you can do to make your own impact. If you're a storyteller, entrepreneur, or changemaker, this episode is for you. And if you can, go see the show at The Sheen Center, March 14 – April 6, 2025—it's one you won't forget. JOSEPH W. RODRIGUEZ is an actor, writer, and Producing Artistic Director of Playhouse Creatures (where he has produced over thirty plays). For PCTC: STILL LIFE (with Ancram Opera House), EXECUTION OF JUSTICE, The Two-Character Play ( 2017 New York/ The Duo Theatre), New Orleans (2018 Southern Rep); Mrs. Packard (with Bridge Rep), One Flea Spare, More Stars Then There Are In Heaven, Hunter/ Gatherers, Charlotte The Destroyer, Love Song, 6xTenn, Closer, The Libertine (The Kirk, Theatre Row), and The Libertine (with Bridge Rep – IRNE Nomination, Best Actor). Other NYC: Buffalo Hair with Jeffrey Wright (The Public Theater); The Normal Heart with Bobby Cannavale (The Duo Theatre); Richard III with Austin Pendleton, Macbeth – title role (New Perspectives); Linnehan's Daughter (Naked Angels); Landscape of the Body, Hurlyburly (T. Schreiber Studios); Innocent Erendira – world premiere with Miriam Colon (Repertorio Espanol). Regional: Hamlet with Mark Rylance, King Lear with F. Murray Abraham (A.R.T.); Iphigenia (The Huntington); Children of the Sun (The Kennedy Center); A Streetcar Named Desire, American Buffalo, Safe Sex, A Christmas Carol (The New Ehrlich Boston); Vieux Carre, Breaking the Code – Best Supporting Actor, Boston Herald (The Triangle Theatre); The Boys Next Door with Lance Reddick (Worcester Forum Theatre). TV/ FILM: Glory, The Opposite of Sex, Desolation Angels, Against the Law, Guiding Light, As the World Turns, Another World, the titular character in Sci-Fi Channel's Cameron Grant. He is a proud member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA.    ARSALAN SATTARI PRODUCTIONS: Since 2012 Arsalan Sattari Productions has commissioned, developed, licensed, and produced shows by world-class artists, to critical acclaim and commercial success, within the London fringe, West End, and festivals. They are interested in new writing, UK and European premieres, historical plays and characters rarely portrayed on stage. They are proud to have built a reputation of producing top acclaimed American playwrights in the UK. Arsalan is an Honorary Associate Producer at the multi-award winning Finborough Theatre, London, and Creative Director and CEO of StageBlock, working with some of the most renowned talents and global institutions to bring performing arts into the wider art market.  Learn more and get tickets. https://playhousecreatures.org/events/the-return-of-benjamin-lay/ https://www.sheencenter.org/events/detail/the-return-of-benjamin-lay   Connect with Izolda Website: https://IzoldaT.com BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/izoldat.bsky.social. Book Your Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/izoldat/discovery-call New Play Exchange: https://newplayexchange.org/users/90481/izolda-trakhtenberg Submit a Play to the Your Creative Table Read Podcast Series One Minute Movies A Close Shave Career Suicide Diz Wit   Flip Your Inner Script to Stop Negative Thoughts From Ruining Your Day.   This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me focus, meditate, and even sleep! Because you listen to this show, you can get a free trial and 20% off with this exclusive coupon code: innovativemindset. (affiliate link) URL: https://brain.fm/innovativemindset It's also brought to you by my podcast host, Podbean! I love how simple Podbean is to use. If you've been thinking of starting your own podcast, Podbean is the way to go!** Are you getting anything out of the show? I'd love it if you would buy me a coffee.   Listen on These Channels Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Podbean | MyTuner | iHeart Radio | TuneIn | Deezer | Overcast | PodChaser | Listen Notes | Player FM | Podcast Addict | Podcast Republic |

We're back with four reviews; Titanique, the hilarious new Celine Dion jukebox musical parody; Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a new play spin-off of the popular Netflix show Stranger Things; Calamity Jane, which is on a UK Tour staring Carrie Hope Fletcher; and Rebecca Frecknall's, A Streetcar Named Desire, which we saw as it played London one last time before heading to Broadway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moderator/supplements producer Laurent Bouzereau, actor Karl Malden and film historians Rudy Behlmer and Jeff Young

Founding producer Carolyn Kendrick is going on a West Coast Tour to promote her record Each Machine. Alex will accompany to manage the tour and sell merch and zines. Please come on out and say hello if we're passing through your next of the woods! Here is the link to the record: https://carolynkendrick.bandcamp.com/track/each-machineHere is the link to tickets: https://www.carolynkendrick.com/tourTour Dates!03/06 SACRAMENTO, CA03/08 PORTLAND, OR03/10 PORT TOWNSEND, WA03/11 OLYMPIA, WA03/13 GIG HARBOR, WA03/14 SEATTLE, WA03/15 VANCOUVER, BC03/18 SAN FRANCISCO, CA03/19 GLEN ELLEN, CA03/22 LOS ANGELES, CAAlso, in this announcement I mention Eve's trans table read of A Streetcar Named Desire in Los Angeles on March 6th! Check that out here! https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/streetcar

Georgie chats to actor Joanna Vanderham about her role as Blanche in The Crucible Theatre's upcoming production of 'A Streetcar Named Desire' and more! Joanna's work on screen also includes 'Outrageous' alongside Bessie Carter, which is coming soon to UKTV, 'What Maisie Knew' with Julianne Moore and 'Crime' with Dougray Scott. They also discuss their (very different) paths after drama school, writing your own stuff and what Joanna is watching. 

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of "Kowalski," the intriguing off-Broadway production at The Duke on 42nd Street. We explore Tennessee Williams' creative process during the birth of "A Streetcar Named Desire" and dive into the complex dynamics between Williams, Marlon Brando, and their director. From Brandon Flynn's standout performance as Brando to the evocative 1940s Provincetown Beach House setting, we dissect the play's strengths and areas for potential growth. Is "Kowalski" a necessary addition to the theatrical landscape, or does it leave audiences feeling indifferent? Join us as we debate the play's relevance, its potential for film adaptation, and what it reveals about the creative tensions behind one of America's most iconic plays. Follow and connect with all things @HalfHourPodcast on Instagram, and YouTube. Share your thoughts with us on "Kowalski" on our podcast cover post on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A special classic episode of The Classic FIlm Jerks.   This time the Jerks cover 1951's A Streetcar Named Desire.  Originally published July 26, 2018.  

Joe Biden said goodbye. He wanted to mirror Eisenhower, who once warned of the Military Industrial Complex, but Biden saw something equally alarming—the Big Tech oligarchy. He sees Zuckerberg and Bezos attending Trump's inaugural. He greatly fears the power of Elon Musk. He realizes that his side lost control of it and now, he wants all of us to be afraid.Well, I'm sorry, Joe. I can't play that game anymore. It's time to say goodbye. Farewell, Joe Biden, farewell, Democrats. Farewell, hysteria. Farewell to mandated preferred pronouns in everyone's bio. Farewell to being forced to lie about whether or not masks work. Farewell to not being allowed to give people the benefit of the doubt. Farewell to being too afraid to ask questions about an experimental vaccine. Farewell to Critical Race and gender theory in elementary schools.Farewell to the ruling oligarchy — yes, Joe. You were the frontman for it. You can't fool me. I was part of it, too. It was like a daisy chain of paper dolls—Hollywood, all major corporate and cultural institutions, Big Pharma, and all of the ads they pumped into the veins of Americans that showcased the American utopia in all of its splendor. Just take this pill, and you, too, can be with us, in the happy place. Farewell to a government censoring speech via social media. Farewell to the absence of masculinity. Farewell to worrying about every word that comes out of our mouths, what we drive, what we wear on Halloween, what we buy, what we eat, what we watch, what we desire.Farewell to being made to hate ourselves and everything we know to be true but can't say out loud. Farewell to being the oppressors or the oppressed defined only by the color of our skin. Farewell to hating our history, hating our country, hating our heroes. Farewell to virtue signaling our goodness. Farewell to always being told that it's better to keep your head down and say nothing about any of it.Farewell to never being able to take a joke. Farewell to seeing problematic content in every movie and farewell to the warning labels now affixed to all of them. Farewell to seeing all men as predators and all women as victims. Farewell to a country ruled by fear because our leaders can't see it any other way. Farewell to a president who called half the country “ultra fascists,” “ultra MAGA,” and “extreme MAGA Republicans.” Farewell to a government that believes its biggest threat comes from the people of the United States.Farewell to life inside the doomsday cult, where every single day is the end of the world. Farewell to every word taken literally and seen as another chapter of Mein Kampf. Farewell to repression and sanctimony. Farewell to the long, dark winter. Farewell to lawn signs. Farewell to pretending Kamala Harris wasn't a terrible candidate installed by the deep state. Farewell to ever having to worry about speaking the truth. Farewell to the unshakable hopelessness, the unending sadness, the mourning of the long-forgotten Old Left. It's never coming back. Everything has to be rebuilt. Welcome to the beginning of the rest of your life. At least now, you can have a life. Bringing it all Back HomeWatching the confirmation hearings was bringing it all back. Adam Schiff was still out of his mind, braying like he's Cotton Mather in the Oyer in Terminer in Salem, demanding Pam Bondi say Joe Biden “won the election.” Why did it matter so much to him? Are there really that many Americans out there who need to hear those words said out loud?The nominees' worth depended on whether or not they would stand up to the tyrant fascist racist rapist dictator that they impeached twice, indicted four times convicted on a bogus felony charge, all of which eventually landed in the fevered dreams of a washed-up surfer hippie from Hawaii who got himself a gun and tried to kill the president to SAVE DEMOCRACY. And they still lost. They lost the Electoral College and they lost the popular vote. I never get tired of saying that. Talk about owning the libs. What can we do except quote Marlon Brando in A Streetcar Named Desire. HA. HA HA HA.That's how much America hates them. After all, how hard could it possibly be to beat Hitler? The problem with utopias is that they can't last. They either must become more authoritarian and thus, less utopian, or they collapse. By the end of our utopia, anyone we knew could be one of those things. A bad person. A sexist. A racist. A homophobe. A bigot. A transphobe. Toxic masculinity. White feminism. Everyone was either an abuser or a victim. The weaker we were, the more we were celebrated. We'd snuffed out all independent thought. We were under constant surveillance by the government, advertisers, AI, algorithms, and each other. We began to wonder what real life even was anymore. It was like Winston and Julia in 1984 trying to carve out some love and lust from the dystopia under Big Brother's ever-watchful gaze, with children spies at the ready to tattle—and cancel—those who broke the rules. So if you say Joe Biden won the 2020 election, like you say 2+2=5, then democracy might have a chance. But if you dare think for yourself and start looking behind closed doors and see things you aren't supposed to see, well, now you threaten democracy.When I pushed open the door of the doomsday bunker and escaped, I knew there was no going back. I also knew I couldn't save anyone, much less the once-great culture I used to love. There is no saving whatever it was we used to call the Left. There is only saving America from what it had become so that all of us at least have a fighting chance.No, it won't be perfect. Yes, it might be chaos — entertaining chaos — but chaos all the same. We'll have to learn how to tolerate each other again, live together somehow, and learn this new way of life suddenly foisted upon us with the internet. Now, we know what it looks like to shut ourselves off from people and ideas we cannot control.If the Democrats on Blue Sky and in the Senate Confirmation hearings are any indication, nothing much has changed on the inside. They're still transfixed by the one guy they couldn't cancel, the one guy they couldn't destroy. 1984 Part TwoAnd maybe now we're about to find out what happens in the sequel. Does Big Brother find a way to regain power by destroying Elon Musk to retake X and make it Twitter again? Do those of us exiled and canceled remain on the outside? Does the New York Times beg Bari Weiss to come back, or The Atlantic to throw themselves at the feet of Walter Kirn, or Rolling Stone magazine, the crap rag it has become, offer Matt Taibbi millions to write for them again?Can those on the inside who have speciated with a whole new language and belief system learn to live with the unwashed masses again? Can they tolerate offensive speech? Can it all be one big, happy, dysfunctional family?On the inside, the news that Carrie Underwood and the Village People were playing at the inaugural birthed a fresh new crop of mass hysteria and rage. So I'm guessing Saturday Night Live won't have Trump back any time soon. The Oscars won't ask him to attend, and those who still believe they control this country will hold onto their collapsing empire until ashes, ashes, it all falls down.I don't know. But it doesn't matter. Because today we say farewell. And oh, how sweet it is. // This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sashastone.substack.com/subscribe

Today, I'm thrilled to announce my interview with two-time Tony nominee Jessica Hecht, who is currently starring on Broadway in Jonathan Spector's EUREKA DAY. Tune in to hear some of the stories of her legendary career, including how FIDDLER ON THE ROOF led to The Campfire Project, finding her character's voice in SUMMER, 1976, learning from Arthur Miller during AFTER THE FALL, how she related to her character in THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO, finding her interpretation of Blanche in A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, the challenges of playing opposite Denzel Washington in JULIUS CAESAR, how she got cast on FRIENDS, why she connects to the work of Neil Simon, and so much more. You won't want to miss this honest conversation with one of Broadway's finest actresses.

One of this month's hottest tickets in London is a new production of the Tennessee Williams play CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF at the Almeida Theatre. This new staging of the classic American play, directed by Rebecca Frecknall (Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, A Streetcar Named Desire) stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Maggie and Kingsley Ben-Adir as Brick. Check out this full review to find out what Mickey-Jo thought of the new production, and whether we might see it transfer to the West End... • 00:00 | introduction 01:43 | the play 10:01 | the production 19:20 | the performances • About Mickey-Jo: As one of the leading voices in theatre criticism on a social platform, Mickey-Jo is pioneering a new medium for a dwindling field. His YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MickeyJoTheatre⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the largest worldwide in terms of dedicated theatre criticism, where he also share features, news and interviews as well as lifestyle content for over 60,000 subscribers. Since establishing himself as a theatre critic he has been able to work internationally. With a viewership that is largely split between the US and the UK he has been fortunate enough to be able to work with PR, Marketing, and Social Media representatives for shows in New York, London, Edinburgh, Hamburg, Toronto, Sao Pãolo, and Paris. He has also twice received accreditation from the world renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. His reviews and features have also been published by WhatsOnStage, for whom he was a panelist to help curate nominees for their 2023 and 2024 Awards as well as BroadwayWorldUK, Musicals Magazine and LondonTheatre.co.uk. He has been invited to speak to private tour groups, at the BEAM 2023 new musical theatre conference at Oxford Playhouse, and on a panel of critics at an event for young people considering a career in the arts courtesy of Go Live Theatre Projects. Instagram/TikTok/X: @MickeyJoTheatre

As the musical Wicked becomes a big screen sensation, Sarah and Alex talk about the challenges and pleasures of transferring a stage show to a movie format. And list their all time favourites from Brando's Streetcar Named Desire to Mamma Mia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimbo and Kyle review this classic movie starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chois Woodman in for Chuck Heinz and Jamie Lent talk about OC and DC options for Texas Tech, A Streetcar named Desire, Hudson transferring out, most important thing about the Bowl game, and comments from the chat line.

Actors Sade Malone, Jack Meade join Ray in studio. A Streetcar Name Desire will run from the 5th to 21st of December at Smock Alley Theatre in Dublin.

DAPHNE RUBIN-VEGA BIO  Daphne Rubin-Vega can currently be seen on Hulu's hit series ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING. She can also be heard voicing the role of 'CARMILLA CARMINE' in the hugely popular A24/Prime Video R-rated animated musical comedy series HAZBIN HOTEL. She can be seen in the David Duchovny-directed feature BUCKY F*CKING DENT. She was seen in the Tony Goldwyn-directed feature EZRA, in the Apple TV+ series THE CHANGELING opposite Lakeith Stanfield, and as a guest lead on FOX's anthology series ACCUSED directed by Marlee Matlin.Rubin-Vega starred in the Jon Chu-directed Warner Brothers feature IN THE HEIGHTS as 'Daniela.' During the pandemic, she shot the Netflix series SOCIAL DISTANCE, produced by Jenji Kohan and Tara Hermann, and SAME STORM, the newest Peter Hedges film. Additional TV credits include THE HORROR OF DOLORES ROACH (Prime Video), which Rubin-Vega developed into both scripted podcast and TV iterations, KATY KEENE (CW) and TALES OF THE CITY (Netflix).  A staple of the New York theatre community, Daphne earned a Tony nomination for her portrayal of 'Mimi' in the original cast of RENT, and another for ANNA IN THE TROPICS. She was most recently seen starring in the Signature Theatre's NIGHT OF THE IGUANA opposite Tim Daly and Lea DeLaria. She starred in the musical MISS YOU LIKE HELL at The Public Theatre and in the one-woman show EMPANADA LOCA, which was written for her. She helped adapt the play into the scripted podcast, THE HORROR OF DOLORES ROACH, which was then adapted into a TV series for Amazon. Additional theater credits include Broadway revivals of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, and LES MIS; TWO SISTERS AND A PIANO and F*CKING A at The Public; ROMEO & JULIET at Classic Stage; and JACK GOES BOATING opposite Philip Seymour Hoffman.  ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ BIO  An award-winning actress who crosses seamlessly from studio films to independent, from the stage to television, Elizabeth Rodriguez played the emotionally complex Aleida Diaz on the groundbreaking Netflix series "Orange Is the New Black" for which she received three consecutive Screen Actors Guild Awards. Most recently, she was seen as a series regular in the CBS drama "East New York". She was also a series regular in the role of Liza Ortiz on AMC's "Fear the Walking Dead", NBC's "Prime Suspect", and Cinemax's "Blanco". Rodriguez recurred as Paz Valdez on Starz' "Power", in Showtime's "Shameless", Hulu's "Chance', "Devious Maids", "Grimm", "The Shield", "ER", and "Six Feet Under.  Rodriguez's film credits include co-starring in the blockbuster film "LOGAN" opposite Hugh Jackman, Michael Mann's "Miami Vice", "The Drop", "Tio Papi" (for which she garnered an Imagen Award Nomination), "Making Babies", "Skate Kitchen", "11:55", "Return to Paradise", and "Jack Goes Boating." Most recently, she completed a starring role in the feature film "Allswell in New York", which she also co-wrote and co-produced. Rodriguez received an Obie Award, as well as a Drama Desk Award nomination, for her performance in "Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven" at the Atlantic Theater, and a Tony Award nomination, and won the Outer Critics Circle Award and the Theatre World Award, for her performance in the role of "Veronica" on Broadway in Stephen Adly Guirgis' "The Motherfu**er With The Hat". Additional theater includes three world premieres at NYC's acclaimed Public Theater in "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" (directed by Philip Seymour Hoffman), "Unconditional" and "A View from 151st Street". Other notable plays include "Beauty of the Father" (MTC) and "The Power of Duff" (Geffen). Rodriguez is a native New Yorker and member of Labyrinth Theater Company.  ABOUT ALLSWELL IN NEW YORK, AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL NOVEMBER 15th  Three sisters navigate the daunting life challenges of single motherhood, career, and family, all while finding humor and solace within the bond of sisterhood.  Here's the trailer:   Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wb8CKBdXK70 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams, and Eugene O'Neill get plenty of spotlight on the ELA curriculum stage. And sure, it's well-deserved! But they aren't the only incredible American playwrights to pick up a pen in the last century. If you're looking for some contemporary plays to share with your students, and you're struggling to find ones that fit your vision AND fit the maturity level of your kiddos, I've got a quick idea for you today. So here it is. You've got your stack of A Streetcar Named Desire or Death of a Salesman ready for your students, as always, AND you have a series of Pulitzer-Prize winning contemporary playwright snapshots to share. It's the classic "yes AND" combination that comes straight from the improv playbook. Each snapshot will let students learn about an award-winning contemporary playwright by exploring their background, learning about the play which won them a Pulitzer, and then watching a little bit of that play. You'll get to showcase a diverse range of writers and topics, and you can avoid moments in the plays which might be too intense or mature for the age of your students. My deep dive down the Youtube rabbit hole leads me to believe that most award-winning plays feature at least SOME scenes that are rated PG. It's a little like First Chapter Fridays, except for plays. You're introducing your students to a much wider world than the single lens on theater that whatever your assigned play can provide (wonderful though it may be!), by showcasing complementary work regularly. At the same time, you can work through a whole class read with rich literary merit (that your school has already purchased and approved.) So how can you get started quickly and easily? That's what today's episode is all about. I'll walk you through how I created some of these snapshots - which I'll share with you - and then you'll be ready to create more of your own if you want to go further. Go Further:  Explore alllll the Episodes of The Spark Creativity Teacher Podcast. Grab the Contemporary Playwrights Snapshots: https://spark-creativity.kit.com/0c32caad5f  Join our community, Creative High School English, on Facebook. Come hang out on Instagram.  Enjoying the podcast? Please consider sharing it with a friend, snagging a screenshot to share on the ‘gram, or tapping those ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to help others discover the show. Thank you!      

A true multi-hyphenate, Blair Underwood is enjoying success in film, television and theatre, as an actor, director and producer. Underwood returned to Broadway starring opposite David Alan Grier in the Pulitzer Prize winning drama "A Solider's Play" for director Kenny Leon and the Roundabout Theatre Company. He also co-stars in Justin Simien's "Bad Hair" which premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Underwood also starred opposite Octavia Spencer & Tiffany Haddish in Netflix's limited series "Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam CJ Walker" . Underwood appeared in the Netflix Emmy-Award winning limited series "When They See Us." He also had a recurring role on the Netflix comedy series, "Dear White People" and can be seen in Clark Johnson's "Juanita," opposite Alfre Woodard, also for Netflix. He spent two years as a series regular on the ABC drama series "Quantico," while also recurring on another hit ABC drama "MARVEL AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D. " He also had a co-starring role in "The After Party," from writer/director Ian Edelman, which Netflix released late in 2018. Past television credits include series regular roles on "Dirty Sexy Money," "The New Adventures of Old Christine," "In Treatment," "The Event" and "L.A. Law". Film credits include "Deep Impact," "Set It Off," "Rules of Engagement," "Just Cause," "Madea's Family Reunion" and Steven Soderbergh's "Full Frontal." Underwood co-starred opposite Cicely Tyson in the Lifetime telefilm & theatre production of "A Trip to Bountiful," based on the Tony Award-winning play. In 2012 he made his acclaimed Broadway debut in the iconic role of Stanley in Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire," for which he earned a 2012 Drama League Distinguished Performance Award nomination. He also starred in "Paradise Blue" at the Williamstown Theatre Festival and "Othello" at the Old Globe Theatre. In 2010 he made his feature film directing debut with "The Bridge to Nowhere," which starred Ving Rhames, Danny Masterson, Bijou Phillips and Alex Breckenridge. Underwood is an Emmy Award-winner (as producer of the philanthropy-centered NBC Saturday morning series "Give"), a two-time Golden Globe Award nominee, and has been nominated for 17 NAACP Image Awards (seven wins). He won a Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word as co-narrator of Al Gore's audiobook, An Inconvenient Truth. A newly minted member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, he is also active in several philanthropic endeavors.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

The girls are back in studio this week, tales from Puca festival, Manchester, pre show meals, ferociously growing ears and A Streetcar Named Desire. This and more, Enjoy!  This episode contains explicit language and adult themes.  This Podcast is part of the Headstuff Network. Find out more at HeadStuffPodcasts.com This Podcast is sponsored by Key For Her.  The code TIGHT can be used sitewide on your first order at KeyForHer.com Click the link and your 20% discount for all Key For Her products will be applied at checkout.  https://keyforher.com/discount/TIGHT Producer: Laura Greene  Artwork: Alan Bourke-Tuffy  Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Welcome to History Ignited! Today, we dive into the life and legacy of Marlon Brando, one of Hollywood's most influential actors. From his powerful performances in A Streetcar Named Desire and The Godfather to his role in bringing method acting to the mainstream, Brando revolutionized film and acting. Discover how he not only captivated audiences but also used his platform to stand up for social issues, including his 1973 Oscar protest. Join Caroline, Andrew, Amy, and Dave as they explore Brando's unforgettable journey and lasting impact on Hollywood. Send us a text

In terms of narrative, composition and sheer scope as a record, Boys for Pele is one of the most audacious “pop” records to come out of the 1990s. Make no mistake: despite its twisty narrative, mysteriously confrontational lyrics and non-traditional take on song structure, Pele was a considerable mainstream success, selling more than 2 million copies worldwide and going platinum in the United States. Part harrowing journey into darkness and fury, part coming to terms with the aftermath of a shattered psyche, Boys for Pele might actually be the anti-pop record. Ironically, Tori's biggest-selling single off the record (her biggest-selling single of all time), was a club mix of the Southern Gothic tale of madness and revenge “Professional Widow” that focuses on the lyric “it's gotta be big.” Those who entered into this disorienting, often sinister world expecting a four on the floor rave were instead greeted by a smoky, deeply-complex rumination on one woman's singular version of The Blues. The album finds Tori in a fugue descending into a hallucinatory abyss of anger, despair and confusion; the cathartic kind that evokes the wrenching neurotic pain of a genteel Blanche Dubois cracking in A Streetcar Named Desire. Its roots are distinctly rooted in the deeply soulful, deeply-odd South that might have been written about by Flannery O'Connor or filmed by D.W. Griffith, which is reflected in the choices made for the album's artwork: Tori appears as the guardian of ghostly, forgotten children much like Lillian Gish does in the 1955 film The Night of the Hunter. All of these works are both branded with the red-hot iron of righteous Christianity and haunted by the foul-smelling sulfuric specter of the Devil himself. It is that unholy and unsettling bilocation and brilliant intertextuality that marks a true literary work of genius, artistic masterpiece, or any consummate objet d'art, all of which are applicable lenses through which to view an intimate, intricate, and positively harrowing work such as Boys for Pele. Categorization is futile, but the ways in which Pele can be read are staggering. Playlists: KK MM JV

Interview with Director/Producer Nick Westrate of The Streetcar Project (A Streetcar Named Desire) www.latheatrebites.com

EPISODE 55 - “Favorite Classic Films of the 1950s ” - 09/30/2024 ** This episode is sponsored brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BENEATH and get on your way to being your best self.” ** The 1950s was a real transitional decade for classic films. As we got further away from WW2, and the Cold War began to rise up prominently, there was a cynicism across the land that influenced the content of many Hollywood movies. Films took on a grittier, more realistic feel, and the subject matters were darker and more controversial. It was the decade that sparked masterpieces like “Sunset Boulevard,” “All About Eve,” “From Here To Eternity,” “Cat On A Hot Tin Roof,” “A Streetcar Named Desire,” “Anatomy of a Murder,” “ Strangers on a Train,” “Shane,” and “High Noon.” Listen as Steve and Nan talk about some special 1950s films that inspire them. SHOW NOTES:  Sources: TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; Wikipedia.com; NewYorkTimes.com RogerEbert.com Movies Mentioned:  No Man of Her Own (1950), starring Barbara Stanwyck, John Lund, and Richard Denning; In A Lonely Place (1950), starring Humphrey Bogart and Gloria Grahame; A Place In The Sun (1951), starring Montgomery Cliff, Elizabeth Taylor, and Shelley Winters; Pick Up On South Street (1953), starring Richard Widmark, Jean Peters, Thelma Ritter, and Richard Kiley; Witness For the Prosecution (1957), starring Charles Laughton, Tyrone Power, Marlene Dietrich, and Elsa Lanchester; A Face In The Crowd (1957), starring Andy Griffith, Patricia Neal, Lee Remick, Walter Matthau, and Anthony Franciosa; Big Country (1958), starring Gregory Peck, Jean Simmons, Carroll Baker, Burl Ives, Charles Bickford and Charlton Heston; Indiscreet (1959), starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three time Ms. Noir City Audra Wolfmann joins us once again to look at some of the strangest Westerns ever produced by Hollywood. Both of these films have surprisingly feminist themes while being directed by two of the studio system's true iconoclasts. First, Joan Crawford as saloon keeper Vienna is pitted against Mercedes McCambridge as the sexually-frustrated matriarch Emma Small in JOHNNY GUITAR (1954) for control of an Arizona town, and its two most eligible bachelors: The Dancin' Kid (Scott Brady) and Johnny Guitar (Sterling Hayden). Vienna has had both of them, which Emma has had none, but Emma appears to be more attracted to her feminine rival judging by the intensity of her rages whenever she's around Vienna. Directed by Nicholas Ray, whose best-known film, REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE (1955), also concerns a love triangle that doesn't conform to the gender norms of the time. Also starring Ernest Borgnine, Ward Bond, and John Carradine, and filmed in striking Trucolor by Henry A. Stradling (Hitchcock's SUSPICION; A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE). Next, Barbara Stanwyck is the "high ridin' woman with a whip in director Sam Fuller's utterly bizarre FORTY GUNS (1957), a movie as obsessed with dicks as its title would suggest. Three very Earp like brothers played by Barry Sullivan, Gene Barry, and Robert Dix (they couldn't find another Barry?) ride into Cochise County, Arizona and are immediately confronted by the movie's titular 40 guns. Stanwyck is Jessica Drummond, who rules the territory with lead and leather. Incredible camera work here by Fuller and cinematographer Joseph F. Biroc (THE AMAZING COLOSSAL MAN). We discussed Fuller previously way back in our Dark AF episode (S1E7) with THE NAKED KISS (1964). FORTY GUNS also stars Dean Jagger, Elvis' milquetoast dad from KING CREOLE (S2E10), as the milquetoast sheriff. We also ask all the hard questions like why Lady Gaga doesn't want to call the musical JOKER sequel a musical? The answer may surprise you. And please give us good reviews on Apple Podcasts. We could use em. Please check out Audra's amazing podcasts: SPEAKEASILY VS. THE 80s and RETROPHILIA. www.audrawolfmann.net podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/retr…re/id1598247675 Hosts: Philena Franklin, Bob Calhoun and Cory Sklar Special Guest: Audra Wolfmann Greg Franklin is on assignment OMFYS theme by Chaki the Funk Wizard used with permission "Drink to Forget" by the Hot Patooties used with permission. Thanks Beth! Trailer audio courtesy of Archive.org "Bone Dry" and "Spirit Riders" by Telecasted; "Desert Drive" by Everet Almond; and misc. gun shot sounds courtesy of YouTube Audio Library Horse sounds courtesy of freesound.org neighing horse.wav by soundslikewillem -- https://freesound.org/s/418428/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Horse galloping (coconut shells) version 1 by alanmcki -- https://freesound.org/s/403025/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 snorting horse.wav by soundslikewillem -- https://freesound.org/s/418427/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Web: www.oldmoviesforyoungstoners.com Instagram/Facebook (Meta): oldmoviesforyoungstoners Bluesky: @oldmoviesystoners.bsky.social Twitter (X): @OM4YStoners Contact: oldmoviesforyoungstoners AT gmail DOT com NEXT EPISODE: Hammer Horror with horror blogger Rowan Lee. Still haven't figured out what movies yet because we're stoned.

All The Drama is hosted by Jan Simpson. It is a series of deep dives into the plays that have won The Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The Pulitzer Prize for Drama: “A Streetcar Named Desire”1948 Pulitzer winner “A Streetcar Named Desire”, by Tennessee Williams Tennessee Williams Wikipedia pagehttps://wikipedia.org/wiki/Tennessee_Williams A Streetcar read more The post All the Drama: “A Streetcar Named Desire,” 1948 Winner, Pulitzer Prize for Drama appeared first on BroadwayRadio.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning A Streetcar Named Desire, set in New Orleans in the 1940's, has been hailed as one of the best dramatic plays of the last century. In the lead role, Emily Child whose impressive career spans both stage and screen (Dinner with the 42's, The Pervert Laura, Champ, Warrior, The Maze) will be joined by a talented line up of LAMTA students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crawling out of the swamp to close out Season 3, Eric and Bradford are joined by Broadway actor-musician Matt Saldivar for a rollicking discussion of Neil Jordan's grand guignol ode to undying love. With a cast headed by Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt as comedy duo Lestat and Louis, interesting turns from Kirsten Dunst, Antonio Banderas, Christian Slater, and Stephen Rea, Anne Rice adapting her novel, and great effects work by Stan Winston, there's enough baroque to ba-reak the bank... but is it, as one character says, "of the Mississippi"? An uneven tone, plot threads that go nowhere, and SO MUCH FIRE threaten to sink the #1 horror movie of 1994, but not even THIS podcast can keep a bloodthirsty creature of the night down. Let's get started. Intro, Debate Society, To Sir With Love (spoiler-free): 00:00-27:55 Honor Roll and Detention (spoiler-heavy): 27:56-1:02:57 Superlatives (spoiler-heavier): 1:02:58-1:24:31 Director Neil Jordan Screenplay Anne Rice, based on her novel Featuring Antonio Banderas, Tom Cruise, Kristen Dunst, Laure Marsac, Helen McCrory, Brad Pitt, Stephen Rea, Christian Slater, Sara Stockbridge Matt Saldivar is a Mexican-American New York City-based actor. He grew up at The United States Military Academy at West Point. He has originated and appeared in principal roles on Broadway in Bernhardt/Hamlet, Junk, Peter and the Starcatcher, Act One, A Streetcar Named Desire, Saint Joan, The Wedding Singer, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Grease. He has performed in dozens of Off-Broadway and regional productions as well as in film and television. Matt also composed songs, played bass and guitar, and portrayed the character of Julio de los Flacos as a long-time member of the band and theater/cabaret/comedy troupe The Petersons. He received his BA with a double major in Theater and Spanish from Middlebury College, and his MFA in acting from NYU.  He has been and actor and vocalist in the development process of new works for the theater with such artists as Elvis Costello, Stephen Sondheim, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bruce Hornsby, Jason Robert Brown, Adam Guettel, and Randy Newman. Our theme music is by Edward Elgar and Sir Cubworth.  Music from Interview with the Vampire by Elliot Goldenthal. For more information on this film, writing by your hosts (on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), and other assorted bric-a-brac, visit our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠scareupod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Please subscribe to this podcast via Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get yours. If you like what you hear, please leave us a 5-star rating. Join our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

We discussed the most horrifying thing to people of a certain age this week - overhead lighting - with returning guest Jaylan Salah because we're covering A Streetcar Named Desire! We talked about a woman deteriorating, Marlon Brando being the hottest man to ever exist, and toxic relationships in this one! TW: Domestic violence, SA Head over to our Patreon for exclusive episodes every week that you won't find here at patreon.com/triplemmmpod! Follow us on the socials @triplemmmpod Clayton @justhappy2cu Shawn @murphthesmurph Jaylan @jaylan_salah Email: menwholikemenwholikemoviespod@gmail.com If you're enjoying the pod, give us a rate/review - it helps SO much! Don't forget to be kind out there! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/triplemmmpod/support

In the last few weeks, Hurricane Beryl tore through the Caribbean, made landfall in Texas and continued northward. As it drowned Houston in floodwaters, leaving millions without power, some impacts were felt in west and southwest Louisiana.The Coastal Desk's Eva Tesfaye talked with state climatologist Jay Grymes about what Hurricane Beryl can tell us about the rest of Louisiana's hurricane season.The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company is gearing up for a presentation of A Streetcar Named Desire at The Marigny Opera House. Director Augustin Correro and actors Charlie Carr and Robinson J. Cyprian discuss what it's like to bring this classic New Orleans story to life.This summer is heating up and kids across the state are looking for ways to keep cool in the pool. Taylor Oelking, executive director of community aquatics for the YMCA of Greater New Orleans tells us about new initiatives focusing  on water safety and education. ___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Today TTP is thinking about...Pride Month In honor of Pride month, We are re-running a podcast from 2021 - Theater before and after Stonewall. Mark Spina and Harry Patrick Christian share their observations about changes in theater and film over the course of their lifetimes.Credits:Thanks for listening to this episode of “The Theater Project thinks about”.   Our Audio Engineer was Gary Glor and Our Theme music was by Gail Lou and Demien De SandiesVisit TheTheater Project.org to sign up for our mailing list, as well as check out all the links and resources in the show notes. And if you enjoyed what you heard, please consider leaving a comment on our FB or IG page.That's all for this episode, we'll see you next time!References:https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/the-stonewall-riotshttps://www.pridecenter.org/The Drag: https://stageagent.com/shows/play/22881/the-dragThe Nance: https://www.dramatists.com/cgi-bin/db/single.asp?key=4884Cat on a Hot Tin Roof: https://www.sparknotes.com/drama/cat/character/brick/A Streetcar Named Desire: https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/streetcar/quotes/theme/sexuality/Picnic: https://stageagent.com/shows/play/6305/picnicSeparate Tables: https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/8967/separate-tablesTea And Sympathy: https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/1038/tea-and-sympathyWho's Afraid of Virginia Woolf: https://www.dramatists.com/cgi-bin/db/single.asp?key=1623Take Me Out: https://www.dramatists.com/cgi-bin/db/multiple.asp?indexm=25&start=1&limitResult=all&options=all&limitResult1=allgenres&total=all&male=all&female=all&keysearch=take%20me%20outThe Front Runner: https://www.amazon.com/Front-Runner-Patricia-Nell-Warren/dp/0964109964Christopher Durang: http://www.christopherdurang.com/Nicky Silver: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicky_SilverWill And Grace: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_%26_GraceThe Boys in the Band: https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/2499/the-boys-in-the-band-original-versionRoots: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roots_(1977_miniseries)Bent: https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/2618/bentAngels in America: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angels_in_America_(miniseries)Michael Riedel: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Riedel_(journalist)The Inheritance: https://theinheritanceplay.com/

Weyni Mengesha is an award-winning Canadian theatre maker and the artistic director of Toronto's Soulpepper Theatre Company. Five years ago, she reworked Tennessee Williams's historic play “A Streetcar Named Desire,” which was a resounding hit for Canadian theatre. Now, Soulpepper has remounted the production. Weyni joins Tom to talk about the changes she made to “A Streetcar Named Desire,” its legacy, and why it still matters today.

Homer tries to fix things when Marge gets tired of his behavior. Meanwhile, Milhouse, inspired by A Streetcar Named Desire, tries to attract Lisa with a bad-boy persona. Click the link below to contact us, listen to past episodes, merch, and more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/AnnoyedGruntBoys⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ***Next Episode: S14 E15 - C.E.D'oh*** --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/138simpsons/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/138simpsons/support

On this day in 1973, Native American activist Sacheen Littlefeather declined an Academy Award on behalf of Marlon Brando.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.