Podcasts about theater wit

Jeremy Wechsler is Theater Wit's Producing Artistic Director. On this episode, Jeremy joins us to discuss his direction of Prayer for the French Republic by Joshua Harmon, co-produced with Northlight Theatre. The play, set in 1944 and 1945, during the Vichy Government's fall, and in 2016 and 2017, delves into the complexities of personal relationships to their Jewish identity and the challenges of navigating cultural expectations. Throughout the episode, Jeremy and I discuss the play's themes of safety, belonging, and individual choices in the face of uncertainty.  Don't miss the Chicago premiere of this powerful play, blending sharp humor and profound drama in a story as timely as it is timeless. Prayer for the French Republic runs through May 18th!BUY TIX HEREFollow Theater Wit here: @theaterwitFollow Northlight Theatre here: @northlightthtr

Jeremy Wechsler is the Artistic Director of Theater Wit, and he joins Steve Dale, who is filling in for Dean Richards, to discuss CityTalk. The theater is having important conversations by organizing free talks around the city led by thought leaders, artists, and scholars. For more information about the events, visit www.theaterwit.org

When you are consumed by an addiction - it sort of feels like you will never come out of it, even if you want. It also feels like there is so much judgement around you and that you are a complete failure. In this inspiring story, Eileen shares how she overcame addiction with arts and how she moved into a career. Eileen Tull is a theatremaker, poet, educator, and one-woman-show person based in Chicago. Her work has been seen all over the country in theater spaces, but also in bookstores, art galleries, bars, and other non-traditional stages. In Chicago, she has worked with Stage Left, The Factory Theater, Broken Nose Theatre, Mortified Chicago, The Moth, Laugh Factory, and most recently, Theater Wit. Eileen published her first poetry collection, 33 Poems About Peanut Butter, in 2022. She is a creative arts instructor and teaches classes for kids, adults, and seniors. She is a proud friend of Bill W. Follow us on Social Media/Connect with us: Follow us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/innersereni⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tylc Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/Ux0z8aOjfCA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: www.innerserenitylifecoaching.com  Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/urvi-shah00⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/675964436604846/?ref=share_group_link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Etsy store for unique affirmation cards and more!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/InnerSerenityLLC?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1366294466⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a Session with me: Sign up for 1-1 reading: https://calendly.com/urvi-3/30-min-intuitive-reading Sign up for Soul Blueprint session: https://calendly.com/urvi-3/energy-healing-clone Sign up for Serenity Mamas Journey: https://www.innerserenitylifecoaching.com/general-7

On this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the stars of Shaw v Tunney, Richard Henzel who plays George Bernard Shaw and Gene Tunney played by Sam Pearson. Also joining in is Jay R. Tunney, the son of Gene Tunney and author of the book “The Prizefighter and the Playwright,” the subject of the play. Hear Tunney tell the story of […]

James Sherman is a founding member of the Tony-winning Victory Gardens Theater's Playwrights Ensemble and his new play, Chagall in School, opens this weekend at Theater Wit in Chicago, in a production by the Grippo Stage Company, directed by Georgette Verdin. Chagall in School follows the the young artist Marc Chagall struggling to find his voice amidst political, cultural, and artistic revolution – which, not coincidentally, happened almost exactly 100 years ago – James discusses the impulse that led to the play's creation; how plays like Chagall in School come to be: the mixed message of people encouraging you to become a playwright after seeing you act; how the first draft of any play is simply the author improvising; the relationship between revolutions in painting and revolutions in acting; and finally, how the audience is the crucial – and final – component for a brand new play. (Length 20:37) (PICTURED: John Drea and Yourtana Sulaiman as Marc and Berta Chagall in James Sherman's Chagall In School, directed by Georgette Verdin, Grippo Stage Company.) The post Chagall In School appeared first on Reduced Shakespeare Company.

Happy Independence Day weekend! On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with the author of a new book that dives into the cultural impact of Star Trek. The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, stop by to review Theater Wit's new play HURRICANE DIANE. Later, Gary checks in with the programming director at the Siskel Film Center to talk about its new concert film series. And we'll hear about a company that programs secret concerts all over Chicago and other cities.

*Bill Schneider, Emeritus Professor at George Mason University shares why the country has seen a rise in 'militant ignorance.' *Director James Flemming talks with John about The Wellesley Girl, Compass Theatre's return to stage coming to the Theater Wit. *Chicago Tribune federal courts reporter Jason Meisner provides an update on Mike Madigan and the ComEd bribery probe. *Paul Vallas, former CEO of Chicago Public Schools claims that Mayor Lightfoot is unprepared to deal with another altercation with the CTU. *Plus, Mike Emanuel stops by for his weekly hit with John, and a cable news viewer shares her fear of dumpling soup.

In our Season 1 Finale, Scott and Elana chat with Michael Turrentine, a veteran understudy at Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera, and Theater Wit!  We talk about those experiences, the magic and electricity of live performance, and the joy of upending audiences' expectations.  Thank you for listening!!

Will The Queen's Gambit make a good Broadway musical? Chris & Lisa are diving into the topic in today's Trends in 10! Every afternoon at 5:05pm, Chris & Lisa from The Afternoon Mix play Trends in 10 on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago. They'll give you a trending topic and you'll have ten seconds to name ten things in that topic. Ready to play? Listen live at wtmx.com or with the free Mix App available in the App Store and on Google Play.

Join me in the Labyrinth with actor, comic, radio host, and "professional gay," Scott Duff.  A graduate of Northwestern University, he is an Artistic Associate of About Face Theatre, having appeared in over 15 AFT productions, and has performed all over Chicago including work with the Goodman, Steppenwolf, Theater Wit, Windy City Playhouse, Lookingglass, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, iO, and American Theatre Company. Scott is the host/producer of OUT CHICAGO, a live weekly talk show for the LGBT community airing Sundays on WCPT, Chicago’s Progressive Talk AM & FM, and Scott Duff Cooking Stuff on YouTube. Links: Scott Duff: https://www.scottduff.me/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottdangerduff/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWlOhVRKzcRmjamGMpB3pIw/   Application to work with me: https://forms.gle/7FcFxCFBQE6cpDVg8 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckybrett.live LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckybrett3/ Music: iScream by Brendan Caldwell

This week Janice & Khari bring on guest Courtney Green to talk about how live theatre is adapting to the global pandemic, teenagers trying to usurp thrones, binge drinking and vomiting, and introduce a new segment, Poor Lena Dunham! Where we talk to Lena Dunham, but she's poor! We also dig deeper into the question on EVERYONE's mind... Can Janice even read?Get tickets to Teenage Dick at Theater Wit, extended through May 3: https://www.theaterwit.org/plays/2020/td/This episode is dedicated to Octavia SpencerThis episode is sponsored by ZipRecruiter---Follow Black Friday: Instagram: @blackfridayjk – https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayjk/Facebook: www.facebook.com/blackfridayNUFollow Janice: Instagram: @janicetheard – https://www.instagram.com/janicetheard/Follow Khari: Instagram: @khardashian – https://www.instagram.com/khardashian/Twitter: @kharitbh – https://twitter.com/kharitbhFollow Courtney: Instagram: @c.rikkigreen – https://www.instagram.com/c.rikkigreen/Follow Poor Lena Dunham:Instagram: @pooerlenadunham – https://www.instagram.com/poorlenadunham/

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek has some features on how the Chicago-area arts community is responding to the COVID-19 situation. Gary has the story of a Chicago theater company that's using technology to reach audiences even when people are staying at home. Gary also has a feature about a group of Chicago creatives who have come together to raise money for their fellow artists in this moment of crisis. The Dueling Critics, Kerry Reid and Jonathan Abarbanel, stop by to talk about some of the women who helped shape Chicago theater over the years. Gary looks at some of the ways movies studios are releasing their new films. And a conversation with author J. Ryan Stradal about his book, THE LAGER QUEEN OF MINNESOTA.

Helen Joo Lee is an actor & comedian living in Chicago, IL. She is currently in the Theater Wit’s production of Kentucky, being performed at the Gift Theatre. www.theaterwit.org/tickets/productions/400/performances#top This episode brought to you by- wordbrothel.com

Today's podcast is an interview with Clare Cooney.   She's an actor, filmmaker, casting director and editor. Clare directed, wrote, & stars in RUNNER, a short film that played at 15 film festivals, winning 6 awards, and she is a "Filmmaker to Watch" nominee from the Academy-Qualifying Atlanta Film Fest. She has appeared in numerous film and television projects, including the feature film WIDOWS, directed by Steve McQueen, NBC's CHICAGO PD, Netflix's HOT DATE, and the Chicago features SOUL SESSIONS and RENDEZVOUS IN CHICAGO. She is also the Artistic Director of Elevated Films Chicago, a nonprofit that screens independent films on rooftops and other unique spaces and donates the proceeds to Chicago youth arts groups.  Clare is also the casting director for Theater Wit, a freelance casting associate at PR Casting, and she does casting for independent film projects in Chicago. She is a School at Steppenwolf graduate and is represented by DDO Artists Agency.   Clare Cooney: Website: http://www.clare-cooney.com/ Reel: https://vimeo.com/211788943 IMDb: imdb.me/clarecooney Instagram: @cooneycm Facebook: www.facebook.com/cooneycm   RUNNER: Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PKtGVJEpdg  Website: http://www.clare-cooney.com/runner IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6493972/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_1 Facebook: www.facebook.com/runnermovie/   Dad Man Walking:  Facebook: www.facebook.com/DadManWalkingSeries/ Instagram: @dadmanwalkingseries     Want to start winning your day? (FREE GIFT)    Acting is stressful enough. It’s time to stack the odds in your favor   Head on over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com and sign up for the self care email newsletter. When you do, you’ll get an email back with a link to listen to a free audio, How to Win the Day.  Through my own self care routine, I’ve identified three ways you can win the day and make it much easier to experience more positive emotions. Whether you’re going to a day job, heading to an audition, or having one of those “I don’t have time to eat or sleep!” weeks - this audio has some tips for you. Head over to www.tonyrossicoaching.com now and sign up for the email newsletter to grab it - because honestly, you deserve to start winning your day.  Want a free coaching call?  Use this link here to schedule a free one on one. Just make sure it's 48 hours in advance.  NOTE: Don’t see an open slot? Email me at tony.rossi@gmail.com with the subject “1-on-1 Inquiry” and we’ll work something out :)     Books**    For a list of Tony’s favorite books and podcasts, check out his list here!  Wanna listen to these instead?? Start your free trial and get your first book free over at www.audibletrial.com/tonyrossishow      Previous Tony Rossi Show Episodes to Check Out   How I Got My Agent: A Story of Rejection   Agents, CDs, and Theater’s mentioned:  DDO  Dream Team Talent  PR Casting  Theater Wit  People Tony Likes  Kendall Ficklin (Tony’s business coach) Steve Bayorgeon KaCee Hudson    For Sponsorship Inquiries   Shoot an email to tony.rossi@gmail.com and put “Tony Rossi Show Sponsor” in the subject line.  Wanna just support the podcast? You’re the best. Head to patreon.com/tonyrossi for donation optins, starting at $1/month.    Are we connected? (We totally should be….) Facebook: facebook.com/tonyrossicoaching Instagram: @tony.rossi Twitter: @_tonyrossi  Hey...you're enough. Regardless of what your resume says - or doesn't say.    #notperfect #stillenough ************************ **Indicates affiliate link. (So like, buy two)

This Pride Month Dagger Cast has truly “Got The Beat”!!! Our guest is the amazing Kyra Leigh, a Chicago mainstay as a performer and the musical director for Theater Wit’s upcoming Head Over Heels: The Musical. Centered around the high energy songs of The Go-Go’s, this show will have a special meaning for all those pop lovers in the LBTQIA community and for every guitar loving outcast who danced around their bedrooms to Carlisle and crew in their formative years. While Leigh gives us the fun, backstage scoop on that process, she also informatively talks about how she feels the Trans Community should fit into the landscape of exploitation films in this period of social adjustment. As a horror loving Trans Woman, she also gives us her take on the Sleepaway Camp series and other genre films that use gender as a plot point. It’s a vital chat, but also a super sweet and positive one, beaming with Leigh’s infectious heart and delightful energy. We’re, indeed, very proud to have you check it out!

Hey Chicago! It was Memorial Day yesterday! Shoutout to all our veterans and servicemen and women who put their lives on the line so we can goof around and so silly stuff on our daily routines. We have a wonderful history and many of our veterans are the reason we live so freely today, so we honor them. However, what will this day look like in the future once previous generations have passed. War is not as prevalent as it once was and looks way different now. Their are different stereotypes for joining the military these days. So, will Memorial Day ever be the same? Norm and I discuss.  Lori Lightfoot is officially mayor of Chicago! How will she do? Rahm is done and he gets his final report card grade from Da Chicago 60.  We review a play at Theater Wit from the Shattered Globe Theater Company, "Hannah and Martin," AND we give a big shout out to Walter Payton for being named da best Chicago Bears player of all-time. All of this and the Jagoff of da Week on this episode of Da Chicago 60 podcast! Be sure to join us every week for more hilarity, corruption, news, and the greatness that is the city we love, Chicago!

In this episode Clare Cooney and James VanDerBosch talk with Actor, Kyle Curry, who plays Charlie in Theater Wit's Production of Admissions. We discuss Chicago Theater, Kyle's baby face, and of course Admissions. Admissions is currently playing through June 9th at Theater Wit.   theaterwit.org talkingbackstage@theaterwit.org

In this episode Clare Cooney and James VanDerBosch talk with Actors Christina Gorman, and Lawrence Grimm about Shattered Globe Theatre's production of Hannah and Martin. Hannah and Martin was written by Kate Fodor and directed by Louis Contey. This production is currently playing through May 25th at Theater Wit.   theaterwit.org talkingbackstage@theaterwit.org

Hey Chicago! This week on Da Podcast, Norm and I provide some NEW content we will start coming out with on a regular basis... REVIEWS! That's right, of Chicago theater, restaurants, comedy shows, events, etc. We will take you behind the scenes and give you the in-depth analysis you need to decide if something in Chicago is worth your time. We got you covered. This week, we discuss two plays Norm and I saw. "Admissions" at the Theater Wit on Belmont, and "Pinocchio" at the Chopin Theater on Division St. Both of these plays receive a grade and much insight into the themes and plot without giving anything away so you can still enjoy the show!  Norm also rants about "patio season" and I rant about episode 3 of GoT... oh boy! So have a quick listen and join us as we explore some great new content about our wonderful city... Chicago! Stay tuned every week for more of the hilarity, excitement, corruption, craziness, and greatness that is the best city in the world.... CHICAGO! DAAA PODCAST!  

Welcome to Talking Backstage at Theater Wit, where we take a behind the scenes look at Chicago storefront theater and more specifically all things Theater Wit.   In our first episode Clare Cooney and James VanDerBosch talk with Director of Admissions and Artistic Director of Theater Wit, Jeremy Wechsler, about Joshua Harmon's play, Admissions, currently playing at Theater Wit.   theaterwit.org talkingbackstage@theaterwit.org

This week, Paul goes behind the curtain to discuss two theatrical productions that address issues facing so many people today. First, the cast of the funny and meaningful play “Dada Woof, Papa Hot,” produced by About Face Theatre and playing at Theater Wit thru Feb 16th. Parenting is challenging for straight couples as well as […]

JP Thomas crane kicks his way onto the podcast to talk about the classic 80's movie, Karate Kid.  Watch JP on stage in Chicago, including in Angina Pectoris at Theater Wit. And follow JP on Twitter @thejpthomas!

My pal Steven Strafford is my guest today, we talk about his show Methtacular! Which is currently running at Chicago’s Theater Wit to spectacular reviews.  Click here for tickets, dates [...] Continue reading → The post MikeyPod 175 | Writer and Performer Steven Strafford appeared first on MikeyPod.

My pal Steven Strafford is my guest today, we talk about his show Methtacular! Which is currently running at Chicago’s Theater Wit to spectacular reviews.  Click here for tickets, dates [...] Continue reading → The post MikeyPod 175 | Writer and Performer Steven Strafford appeared first on MikeyPod.

On this week's episode of Talk Theatre In Chicago Benno Nelson talks with Jeremy Wechsler, the artistic director of Theater Wit, which is hosting the Chicago Theater Anti-Conference taking place Aug 20 - 22.

On this episode of the Talk Theatre In Chicago podcast Tom Williams talks with Jeremy Wechsler, the artistic director of Theater Wit. He talks bout their new space and their current show, Spin.