Podcasts about town hall theatre

Richard Perez, the artistic director at Town Hall Theatre, is our next guest on The Yay. I have had wonderful memories performing at Town Hall and it's an honor to have Richard on. Jake and I listen as Richard talks about his upbringing, his education at Arizona State University, his leadership at Town Hall and where he sees himself in the future. Richard can be reached directly via email: Richard.perez@townhalltheatre.com Jameelah Rose has her own business selling healthy drinks - MelanA☥D is a black owned business that specializes in alkaline elixirs used to heal the mind and body. It's currently being sold at the Mandela Shopping Mart and you can find more info on MelanA☥D on this Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/melanaid We also want to thank Charles Blades Barbershop for sponsoring The Yay! Charles Blades Barbershop is located at 180 Second Street in downtown Oakland. It's a very cool, relaxing place where you can get your cuts and they'll even serve you a complimentary drink. Charles is also selling men's hair products on his website https://cbbgroominingproducts.myshopify.com Hair Gels, Pomades, Shampoos and Conditioners. Hop online, give the products a try and support minority businesses like my man Charles Blades. Book an appointment online here: https://www.cbb.hair Erin Merritt (Episode 191) is a gifted actress and director – creator of Women's Will, the all-female Shakespeare group that ran from 1998-2009, who is suffering from ALS. She has been a blessing to the bay area theatre community and this is an opportunity to be a blessing for her. Her GoFundMe page link is below – please consider giving to help with her medical needs. Even a little bit counts. Erin Merritt's Go Fund Me site: https://gofund.me/e85e9f04 SHOWS: The Him of His Garment (California Theatre Pittsburg) January 25 – one night only Reginald Wilkins (Episode 276) is in the show https://pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/upcoming-events A Bright Room Called Day (Madrone Art Bar) January 22 – one night only Katherine Park (Episodes 246 and 250) is in the show https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-bright-room-called-day-by-tony-kushner-free-staged-reading-tickets-1135092254489 Waitress (SF Playhouse) LAST SHOW TONIGHT (Jan 18) Tanika Baptiste (Episode 253) is in the show Dorian Lockett (Episode 230) is in the show Sharon Shao (Episode 176) is in the show https://www.sfplayhouse.org/sfph/2024-2025-season/waitress/ J'Accuse (SF Sketchfest) Jan 29th only Chuck Lacson (Episode 184) is in the show https://sfsketchfest.com/schedule-and-tickets/ Daisy (Hillbarn Theatre) Jan 23 – Feb 9 Terrance Smith (Episode 102) is in the show https://www.hillbarntheatre.org/daisy/ In Love and Warcraft (CityLights Theatre) Jan 16 – Feb 9, 2025 Miranda Liu (Episode 300) is in the show Kimberly Ridgeway (Episodes 155, 251 & 293) is directing the show https://cltc.org/event/warcraft/ Cuckoo Edible Magic (SF BATCO) Feb 13 – March 8 Julie Kuwabara (Episode 184) is in the show https://www.sfbatco.org Froggy (Center Rep) Feb 9 – March 2 Adam KuveNiemann (Episode 274) is in the show https://www.centerrep.org Barry Graves (Episode 104) has a new podcast out! The Black Man's Heart On Spotify and all your podcast apps ShawnJ West (Episode 146), along with Elizabeth Jones and Phaedra Tillery-Boughton is a part of a new and exciting theatre podcast called Creatively Shaded. Check them out on any podcast app. Adam KuveNiemann (Episode 274) has a new podcast called A Side / B Side, a podcast that features spirited conversations about superheroes, fantasy and all other cool and nerdy stuff. Central Works Script Club is a podcast where you download and read a play script and then listen to an audio interview with the playwright. Delivered semi-annually. You can find the Central Works Script Club on any podcast app. Follow us on Facebook and Bluesky (TheYayPodcast)

Actor, editor and color grader Mark Anthony joins Jake and I as our next guest on The Yay. Mark is a graduate of SF State University and has been on many stages in the bay area like Town Hall Theatre, Theatre Rhinoceros and the Altarena, where Jake and Mark shared the stage. We talk about Mark's upbringing, studying at SF State, how theatre in the bay has treated him and where he sees himself in the future. You can contact Mark directly via Instagram: @markanthonythethespian You can learn more about Mark via his LinkTree page: https://linktr.ee/staringmarkanthony?fbclid=IwY2xjawHS7cxleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHTuu4LxrpKkgS_q0zPzgyo4TAeM9sQLCpJTrAqYsEyxhHV-4LsXo776niw_aem_8YxutzQqEcpyl94QFlrq-A Jameelah Rose has her own business selling healthy drinks - MelanA☥D is a black owned business that specializes in alkaline elixirs used to heal the mind and body. It's currently being sold at the Mandela Shopping Mart and you can find more info on MelanA☥D on this Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/melanaid We also want to thank Charles Blades Barbershop for sponsoring The Yay! Charles Blades Barbershop is located at 180 Second Street in downtown Oakland. It's a very cool, relaxing place where you can get your cuts and they'll even serve you a complimentary drink. Charles is also selling men's hair products on his website https://cbbgroominingproducts.myshopify.com Hair Gels, Pomades, Shampoos and Conditioners. Hop online, give the products a try and support minority businesses like my man Charles Blades. Book an appointment online here: https://www.cbb.hair Erin Merritt (Episode 191) is a gifted actress and director – creator of Women's Will, the all-female Shakespeare group that ran from 1998-2009, who is suffering from ALS. She has been a blessing to the bay area theatre community and this is an opportunity to be a blessing for her. Her GoFundMe page link is below – please consider giving to help with her medical needs. Even a little bit counts. Erin Merritt's Go Fund Me site: https://gofund.me/e85e9f04 SHOWS: A Christmas Carol (CenterREP) LAST SHOW DEC 22 Adam KuveNiemann (Episode 274) is in the show Terrance Smith (Episode 102) is in the show https://www.centerrep.org Thirty-Six (Shotgun Players) EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 4! Lauren Garcia (Episode 207) is in the show https://shotgunplayers.org/Online/default.asp Every Christmas Story Ever Told – And Then Some (Town Hall Theatre) LAST SHOW TONIGHT Cecilia Palmtag (Episode 34) is in the play https://www.townhalltheatre.com/every-christmas-story A NOH Christmas (Theatre Yugen) Dec 4 – 29 Eiko Moon-Yamamoto (Episodes 120 & 225) is in the show https://www.theatreofyugen.org The Oracle (The Lost Church SF) Jan 10 & 11 Diana Brown (Episode 242) is in the show https://thelostchurch.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket#/ Waitress (SF Playhouse) Nov 21 – Jan 18, 2025 Tanika Baptiste (Episode 253) is in the show Dorian Lockett (Episode 230) is in the show Sharon Shao (Episode 176) is in the show https://www.sfplayhouse.org/sfph/2024-2025-season/waitress/ In Love and Warcraft (CityLights Theatre) Jan 16 – Feb 9, 2025 Miranda Liu (Episode 300) is in the show Kimberly Ridgeway (Episodes 155, 251 & 293) is directing the show https://cltc.org/event/warcraft/ Follow us on Facebook and Bluesky (TheYayPodcast)

Youth Ballet West is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated Christmas show, 'The Nutcracker,' set to grace the stage at the Town Hall Theatre, Galway, on December 14th and 15th. This enchanting ballet, cherished worldwide for its magical storytelling and Tchaikovsky's iconic score, promises to captivate audiences of all ages. In this show, Éabha Schukat plays the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and Megan Dowd will be portraying the enigmatic Drosselmeyer. To talk more about the show, Alan Morrissey was joined by Youth Ballet West Director, Judith Sibley. Photo (c): darachphotography

Episode 168 Highlights:Introduction to Woodstock, VermontDiscover this charming town in central Vermont, near Lebanon, NH, and Rutland, VT.A brief history of Woodstock's New England character and why it's a great holiday destination.Wassail Weekend PreviewA glimpse at the 40th Annual Wassail Weekend, held December 13–15:Wassail Scavenger Hunt: Start your holiday adventure at the “Town Smiler” with a town-wide scavenger hunt.Christmas at Billings Farm & Museum: Enjoy Victorian holiday traditions, including candle-dipping and sleigh rides.Rare & Vintage Book Sale and Story Hour at Norman Williams Public Library.Woodstock Town Hall Theatre: Live performances and holiday music in a historic setting.Saturday's Main EventsArtisan and Food Market on the Village Green: Local crafts and treats.Wassail Parade: Horses decked out in festive regalia for an iconic holiday parade.Luminary Lighting and Caroling: Caroling, tree lighting, and a cozy bonfire to end the day.Family-Friendly Sunday ActivitiesBillings Farm Victorian Traditions: Another chance for old-time holiday charm.Skate with Santa at Union Arena: A holiday skating experience with Santa.Snow Maiden Puppet Show at Town Hall Theatre.Messiah Sing at Our Lady of the Snows: A community sing-along of Handel's Messiah.Tips for a Great VisitDress Warmly: Layers are key for Vermont's cold winters.Plan Ahead: Reserve tickets and dinner reservations early.Shuttle Service: Park at Woodstock Union High School and take the free shuttle.Dining and Lodging SuggestionsDining: Enjoy a cozy meal at local spots like Worthy Kitchen and Mon Vert Café.Accommodations: Stay at The Woodstock Inn & Resort for a memorable holiday getaway.Year-Round Attractions and FestivalsWoodstock is great all year! Explore other events, outdoor activities, and arts festivals that make this town a family-friendly destination.Social Media & Hashtags: Share your Wassail Weekend photos with #WoodstockVT and tag @TheFamilyVacationer to be featured! Links and Resources Mentioned:Wassail Weekend InformationBillings Farm & MuseumThe Woodstock Inn & ResortNorman Williams Public LibraryPentangle Arts at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre

On today's show:  11am-12pm Molly Sweeney – a play by Brian Friel – is coming to the Town Hall Theatre next week Evergreen Slot Music Mornings - Konno ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

This Wednesday evening from 7.00pm,  Gary McMahon is back with ACE -  Arts, Culture, Entertainment Galway.   In advance of this weekend's 48 Hour Film Challenge, Gary is joined by Galway's Little Cinema founder Kenny Gaughan. The Little Cinema & Galway City of Film 48 Hour Challenge will take place this Summer on 22nd to 25th August! Launching  on Thursday in the Portershed and the 48 Hour Film Challenge pits 10 teams of film-makers to create short films in 2 days or less, ready for screening in the Town Hall Theatre on Sunday next.   Gary of course looks at the regular news of events and gigs across Galway county & city including a Joni Mitchell evening with Suzanne Savage in An Taibhdhearc - all online and on air on ACE from 7 O'clock on Galway Bay FM. 

Marty Rea is a superstar among the regulars who see top class plays in Ireland. The House will premiere September 14th at the Town Hall Theatre in Galway and the Gaiety Theatre for the Dublin Theatre Festival from September 25th.

This week on the Podcast this week Dick and Tom are talking about the Town Hall Theatre in Galway.You can find the articles referenced in this podcast on www.advertiser.ie/galway.If you have a message for Tom or Dick please email us at oldgalwaydiary@advertiser.ie

10am - 11am  Fergal Landy, Labour candidate for the Midlands Northwest European constituency and Galway County Council in the Athenry-Oranmore local electoral area talks to John in studio.  Fintan Maher and Laura Balta of Galway Simon Community talk about this years 'Dip-a-day in May' fundraising campaign.  Jay Hall and Patrick Byrne of the Galway Musical Society called in to the studio to discuss their upcoming production of Oliver in the Town Hall Theatre from 16th-20th April. 'Galway Talks' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

SIGN UP FOR PRESALE ON PATREON General sale goes live HERE 10am Friday (New York Time).  After sold-out live tours to India, the UK, and Australia, The Grade Cricketer embarks on a debut US odyssey, playing a special, one-off Broadway show at New York's historic Town Hall Theatre on June 10th to coincide with the T20 World Cup. Hot on the heels of NYC's blockbuster India v Pakistan fixture, Pez and Higgos take the stage to address the game's biggest questions, such as: can cricket “make it” in America, is it Australia's trophy (again), and who better: Dhoni or Vy-rat? Join us for a rollicking, laugh-out-loud night as world cricket's most entertaining duo perform their most ambitious live show yet. Yes, Hamilton can wait. With special guests and material too hot for the podcast, TGC on Broadway promises to be an unforgettable evening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV and stage star Daniel Taylor fronts the biopic tribute show 'Something About George which visits Galway's Town Hall Theatre tomorrow night  Impaired running workshop to take place in Galway on Saturday 13th April Ours To Protect with Katie Smirnova Hedgerows Ireland Music Mornings with Celloist Catherine Cotter ahead of Cellissimo in Galway in May

10am-11am EU Parliament to vote on new 'right to repair' consumer rules  Home Building Finance Ireland outline its plans to fund the construction of more new homes in the West  Garda Slot with Hugh Rodgers THE UNITED STATES vs ULYSSES By Colin Murphy will be coming to the Town Hall Theatre this evening == 'Galway Talks' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am here on Galway Bay FM.

I've played countless shows there over the years and made some incredible memories with a lot of really special people and some incredible artists. This week we're chatting with my long time friend Terry Walker about the Wingham Town Hall Theatre, it's history and revival. We're also going to check in with Lisa Harper to talk about United Way Perth Huron and a big fundraising show they're bringing to theatre featuring Canada's Celtic rock warriors, The MUDMEN. Founding member Robbie Campbell will also join us.

11am-12pm Sports Review  Implementing the HSE Model of Care for the Diabetic Foot with community nurses Lost Lear opens in Town Hall Theatre, Galway on Wed 8 Nov    ‘Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM

Episode 10. Conversation with Aedín Moloney about her one woman production of 'Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom'. Aedín discusses her take on the (in)famous soliloquy and why she believes it is actually very misunderstood and arguably quite asexual. Aedín discusses the collaboration of renowned author and fellow Joyce enthusiast, Colum McCann as well as the deeply personal involvement of her father,  the late Paddy Moloney (Musician, Composer, Founder and leader of The Chieftains). Aedín also reminisces about her childhood days in Galway and why bringing 'Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom' to the west is a form of homecoming as well as part of her father's dying wish.  For more information please visit:  https://www.yesreflectionsofmollybloom.com/ 'Yes! Reflections of Molly Bloom' will be staged in Town Hall Theatre, Galway at 8pm on 30th May 2023. Rating: 16+

Recently appointed Co-Producing Artistic Directors James Barry and Tara Franklin have announced Chester Theatre Company's 2023 season, the first under their direction. Barry and Franklin are known for their award-winning work on the Town Hall Theatre stage, and they are now heading the organization and programming works for Chester audiences.The season embraces a range of humor and heart and includes works by MacArthur Fellow and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Annie Baker; Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph; and Loy A. Webb and Peter Sinn Nachtrieb.

Druid Theatre The Last Return Town Hall Theatre By Sonya Kelly Not all good things come to those who wait One final night. One last chance. Five people queue for a ticket to the hottest show in town. All they must do is simply wait in line. But what in life is ever simple? Who will triumph, who will fail, and who will walk away with… The Last Return? A new play by acclaimed playwright Sonya Kelly, The Last Return is a thrilling comedy about conflict, peace and the pursuit of territory at any cost. Duration 90 mins, no interval / 14+ Please note that this production contains adult themes, strong language, strobe lighting and depictions of violence to others Cast includes: Ticket Person - Anna Healy Newspaper Man - Bosco Hogan Military Man - Aidan Moriarty Umbrella Woman - Rebecca O'Mara Woman in Pink - Naima Swaleh Creative Team: Writer - Sonya Kelly Director - Sara Joyce Set and Costume Design - Francis O'Connor Lighting Design - Amy Mae Sound Design and Composition - Michael John McCarthy Movement - Jessica and Megan Kennedy (Junk Ensemble) Dramatherapy - Wabriya King Hair and Make-Up - Gráinne Coughlan Associate Costume Designer - Clíodhna Hallissey Assistant Director - Katie O'Halloran Awards: Winner - Scotsman Fringe First Award 2022 Finalist - The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize

Children's author Benji Bennett returns to Galway Talks following his previous powerful interview; City Tribune Headlines with Dave O'Connell; Don Baker, Blues Man, will be playing the Town Hall Theatre on Thursday 10 November.

Our special guest host is the amazing Alan Coyne (previously on Episode 29) who just finished doing Antigone at the Town Hall Theatre. Our guest is Oliver Saria, the playwright and managing director of Bindlestiff Studio – his play, Inay Dalisay's World Famous Lechon, closed two weeks ago and Oliver shares combining comedy with using theatre as a public service announcement, promoting healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle, even if it goes contrary to tradition. Ollie also share his experience in theatre, his army experience, what Bindlestiff means to him and where he sees himself in the future. You can contact Oliver directly via Facebook or Instagram: @olitrato SHOWS: Back To The Way Things Were (San Francisco Mime Troupe) July 2 – Sept 5 Norman Gee is in the show https://www.sfmt.org The Path – A New Cult Comedy (The Awesome Theatre/Bindlestiff Studios) July 15 – 30 https://awesometheatre.org/2022/06/09/the-path/ Bridgette Dutta Portman (Episode 75) is teaching ColWrit 135: Workshopping & Performance July 5 – July 22 When you sign up, remember to indicate Section 1 (Section 2 is taught by someone else) https://writing.berkeley.edu/node/1814 New Threads Reading Series (Golden Thread) August 9 – 30, 2022 Bridgette Dutta Portman has a piece in this reading series https://goldenthread.org/productions/new-threads-reading-series-2022/ Dreaming in Cuban (Central Works) June 25 – July 24 Gary Graves (Episode 24) is directing the show Steve Ortiz (Episode 231) is in the show http://centralworks.org/dreaming-in-cuban/ Much Ado About Nothing (SF Shakes) July 23 – August 7 Richard Jennings (Episode 173) is the composer http://www.sfshakes.org/events/154 Follies (San Francisco Playhouse) June 30 – September 10 Eiko Yamamoto (Episodes 120 & 225) is in the musical https://www.sfplayhouse.org/sfph/2021-2022-season/follies/ Rent (Landmark Musical Theatre) July 9 – August 14 Marla Cox (Episode 44) is in the musical https://www.landmarkmusicals.com It's Only A Play (Altarena Theatre) August 12 – Sept 11 Reg Clay is in the show https://www.altarena.org/2022-season-announcement/its-only-a-play Barry Graves (Episode 104) has a new podcast out! The Black Man's Heart On Spotify and all your podcast apps Our wonderful consulting producer Mallory Somera (Episode 151) is producing a podcast for KCBS Radio called Connect The Dots, a weekly news podcast, hosted by WCBS Newsradio 880's Lynda Lopez. Check out “Connect The Dots” on any podcast app. Also, Bindlestiff Studios has a podcast called the Fobcast, exploring Filipino American immigrant stories. Check out The Fobcast in any podcast app. The Yay (Twitter: @TheYay3) Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

TG4 is delighted that 5 of its projects will be screened at the 2022 Galway Film Fleadh. TG4 and Screen Ireland will also host a networking event at the Fleadh on Saturday 9th July, for Producers interested in creating content in the Irish language. The next CINE4 film, Tarrac, is to receive its premiere at this year's Galway Film Fleadh. It will be screened at the Town Hall Theatre Friday 8th July at 9 pm. TG4 films premiere at Galway Film Fleadh 2022 Tarrac is an intimate character drama set in the Kerry Gaeltacht. Aoife Ní Bhraoin returns home to help her father, Brendán ‘The Bear' Ó Briain, recover from a heart attack. Day to day they get along just fine. As we dig a little deeper we find that there is so much that has been left unsaid about the loss of Aoife's mother. Directed by Declan Recks, written by Eugene O'Brien and produced by Clíona Ní Bhuachalla. The cast includes Kelly Gough, Lorcan Crantich, Kate Nic Chonaonaigh, Kate Finegan, Rachel Feeney & Cillian Ó Gairbhí. Tarrac – Galway Film Fleadh Another from the Cine4 pot is Róise & Frank which will be showing at the Town Hall Theatre at 6 pm on Wednesday 5th July. Róise + Frank is a family film that has been a hit at festivals since its release earlier this year. Awards for the film to date include a Dublin Film Critic Circle Award, Best Ensemble at the Dublin International Film Festival and Audience awards at both the Santa Barbara and Sanoma International festivals. Róise & Frank was written and directed by Rachael Moriarty and Peter Murphy, and produced by Macalla. It's been two years since Róise lost her husband Frank. Isolated by grief, she has cut herself off from family and the village community. The arrival of a mysterious dog, who seems intent on connecting with her, heralds a huge change, but is it for the better? The dog loves hurling and steaks, has a favourite armchair in Rósie's house, and has an aversion to her neighbour, Donncha. Writers: Peter Murphy & Rachael Moriarty. Producer: Cúán Mac Conghail. Cast: Bríd Ní Neachtain, Cillian Ó Gairbhí, Lorcan Cranitch, Ruadhán de Faoite, Michelle Beamish, Claire O'Connor, Peadar Cox & Deaglán de Paor. Róise & Frank – Galway Film Fleadh Cine4 is an Irish language film scheme supported by Screen Ireland, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) and TG4. Other TG4 films to receive Irish and world premieres at this year's Galway Film Fleadh are Aisling Trí Néallaibh and Cathair na Mílte Grian: Aisling Trí Néallaibh – Town Hall Theatre Thursday 7th July 2 pm – World premiere. Aisling Trí Néallaibh (Clouded Reveries) is an intimate exploration of Doireann Ní Ghríofa's world and creative process. It is a film about memories, motherhood and the mysterious nature of creativity. Captured through intimate performances of her own work and in-depth interviews, the film reveals Ní Ghríofa's creative impulses and journeys with her to the heart of her inspiration: her homeplace in Co. Clare. Funded by The Arts Council & TG4 through the ilDÁNA scheme. Director: Ciara Nic Chormaic. Producer: Sharon Whooley. Clouded Reveries – Galway Film Fleadh Cathair na Mílte Grian – Town Hall Theatre Friday 8th July 2 pm- World Premiere. Cathair na Mílte Grian (City of a Thousand Suns) is a cinematic pilgrimage exploring the cultural and psychological impacts of war. Part poem, part elegy, this film forges connections between the inhabitants of two distant cities, Dublin and Hiroshima. Asking the questions: who are we, and how can we remain human in the era of industrial mechanical warfare? Directors: Paula Kehoe & Feargal Ward. Writers: Paula Kehoe & Feargal Ward. Producer: Paula Kehoe. Cast: Marcus Mac Conghail, Kazuyoshi Meiki, Tristan Warner, Aibhe Ní Ghearbhuigh (narrator) & Rióna Ní Fhrighil. City of a Thousand Suns – Galway Film Fleadh Also, screening will be An Buachaill Gealgháireach – Pálás Sunday 10th July 1 pm. An Buachaill Gealgháireach is the remarkable and untold story of a song. An Irish song called “The Laughing Boy” w...

Johnny Duhan and Eleanor Shanley joined Keith in studio yesterday for a live acoustic performance accompanied by Tony Maher on Keyboards. If you'd like to see Johnny Duhan live in The Town Hall Theatre, tickets are on sale here https://tht.ie/3741/johnny-duhan-resurrection

“We're fifty years later now (since the tipping point of the Civil Rights era and the King assassination), and once again, young activists in America are making Americans take a look in the mirror in terms of our true history of race and racial prejudice. Once again the young activists are calling us to account. Once again America is having to look at issues of race dead in the eye. And once again, we are at a tipping point. And the question for all of us is, What are we going to do about it?” That's civil rights lawyer Jeffrey Robinson, speaking to a packed audience in 2018 in New York City's Town Hall Theatre and for the cameras in the award-winning documentary Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America. The film interweaves moments from Mr. Robinson's lecture series with personal anecdotes, location interviews, and shocking revelations. Here criminal defense and civil rights lawyer Jeffery Robinson draws a stark timeline of anti-Black racism in the United States, from slavery to the modern myth of a post-racial America. Benefitting The Who We Are Project, the film was completed in 2021, is being distributed by Sony Pictures Classics, and arrives here in Memphis for a special screening and Q&A on Thursday February 24, 2022, at the Crosstown Theatre. It began a local run February 25, 2022, at Malco's Studio on the Square. Listen as Jeffrey Robinson and the film's co-director Emily Kunstler sit down in conversation with StoryBoard 30 host Mark Fleischer to discuss the film and the issues of racism in America.

The Holiday Guest Katrina McGraw talks to host, Jill Collister about the heartbreak of unrequited love with The Holiday.  The Holiday is a 2006 romantic comedy written, produced and directed by Nancy Meyers. It was filmed in both California and England, and stars Kate Winslet & Cameron Diaz. as two lovelorn women from opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean, who arrange a home exchange to escape heartbreak during the holiday season. Jude Law & Jack Black were cast as the film's leading men  Graham and Miles. Brokenhearted Blockbuster LIVE was recorded at Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette, Ca by Desired Effect. Please rate, review and subscribe.

Love Actually Guest Kelly James Tighe reveals to host, Jill Collister a heartbreak involving clowns, puppets and Mormons. They also reveal to a LIVE audience their love for the polarizing holiday movie Love Actually. Love Actually is a 2003 romantic comedy directed by Richard Curtis that has 9 intertwined plots that examine the complexities of love, actually. It stars Hugh Grant, Bill Nighy, Emma Thompson, Liam Neeson, Laura Linney and Andrew Lincoln to name a few. Brokenhearted Blockbuster LIVE was recorded at Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette, Ca by Desired Effect. Please rate, review and subscribe.

Norman Gee​ and I welcome Elizabeth Curtis​ as our next guest. I had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth when we did Civil War Christmas at Town Hall Theatre – we also worked together with Musical Café. Liz is a singer and actress having worked at Broadway by the Bay, Ray of Light Theatre (where she played Lizzie Borden in the musical Lizzie), Boxcar Theatre, The Tri-Valley Repertory Theatre and the Berkeley Playhouse, and she shared with us her upbringing, what drives her passion for theatre and where she sees herself in the future. You can reach Elizabeth directly via Facebook or Instagram (@ecurtis1215) SHOWS: Stories High 2021 Workshop (Bindlestiff Studios) Playwrighting – by Conrad Panganiban​ (Episode 16) – Sold out Acting - by Rinabeth Apostal – April 26 to June 14 Directing – by Li-Leng Au​ (Episode 189) – May 6 to June 24th https://www.bindlestiffstudio.org Occupant by Edward Albee (Too Soon Old Productions) Directed by Letitia Duarte​ (Episode 119) May 22, 23, 29 & 30 Email edwardalbeesoccupant@gmail.com More Than Grapes (TheatreF1rst) Started April 16 MORE THAN GRAPES explores the lead-up to the Delano Grape Strike, through the legacies of Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and Larry Itliong. Jeffrey Lo​ (Episode 153) is part of the project https://theatrefirst.com/delano/ QUICKFIRE MONOLOGUE COLLABORATION FOR WRITERS AND ACTORS 
Based on a weekly prompt, writers write monologues, and actors record them. We are trying to get past our own perfectionism and play with "just doing". You can post your recorded monologues here. To join as an actor or writer or both, email quickfiremonologues@gmail.com
 Lakbai Diwa (KulArts) Paolo Salazar​ (Episode 193) is doing chalk art around Jessie Square May 1 – 12 to 5pm

Sean Keane, one of Galway's finest, and best loved singers, this week released his new single, 'I'll Be There', ahead of his virtual Town Hall Theatre show later this month. 'I'll Be There', written by Iggy Broderick, is about the importance of reaching out to others, and maintaining a sense of empathy and concern - themes which resonate strongly with Sean when he heard the song. Fran spoke to Sean on Tipp Today this morning.

Suzie Shepard, Town Hall Theatre Company's Community Engagement Specialist, drops by virtually to discuss the nature of optimism in a dark time for the arts. Topics include: what the hell a Community Engagement Specialist does; seeing and being seen; how successful Town Hall Theatre's first streaming performance fared; some reasons behind the closing of a long-running Bay Area theatre company; and what we'll all be grateful for when theatre doors reopen. Plus, Erin gives a couple of Videotape Recommendations, and Joel laments the ending of The Neverending Story (spoilers).RECORDED: 4/27/20Support the show (http://www.otherothertheatre.com/support)

Welcome back for another episode of Quarantine Radio Hour. This episode will take you through the highs and lows, but leave you feeling light and happy. Sea Yourself in a New World by Sam Bertken, read by Britt Lauer Britt Lauer is a Bay Area theatre maker. She is the Associate Producer at We Players and the Co Artistic Director of Poltergeist Theatre Project. Check out www.weplayers.org for our Odyssey Audio Drama and Wonder Storytime podcasts! Sam Bertken is a member of the San Francisco Neo-Futurists, co-host of the podcast Bring Your Own Movie and has filled his shelter-in-place time with creative pursuits, video games and making cocktails for his girlfriend. Follow: patreon.com/sfneofuturists to keep up with their digital show. Song: Celestial Navigation by Blue Dot Sessions is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. Attack of the Soul Crushers by Karl Schackne Help Desk: Hailey Cowden is a teacher, performer, writer and outdoor enthusiast. Most of her artistic pursuits are focused on creating with her students at The Ballet School Performing Arts in Walnut Creek. Follow @balletschoolwc on Instagram! Professor Self Important: Genevieve Perdue is a Theatre Maker in the bay area and a Hobbit in Middle Earth Mitch: Jake Gleason is an unemployed actor and restaurant worker with a passion for top ramen and a flare for talking amongst himself. He is thrilled to be able to interact with other artists through video chat. New Dean: Dennis Markam is an actor and director and the Managing Director of Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette. You can check out their digital offerings and see what they're doing in the Fall at TownHallTheatre.com. Playwright: Karl Schackne is a Bay Area actor, playwright, and Board member of The Playwrights' Center of San Francisco. His plays have been produced by SF Olympians, PianoFight, PCSF, and Wily West Productions Love Gone Viral by Juliane Godfrey Juliane Godfrey is a lover and maker of art with heart. A California native turned Broadway performer and arts educator, she was most recently seen on tour with the Lincoln Center production of My Fair Lady and made her Broadway debut as the dance captain and female swing of SpongeBob Squarepants the Musical. Other credits include the national tour of Broadway's Something Rotten, the world premiere of Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn, and many more at Arena Stage, Goodspeed Opera House, Paper Mill Playhouse, and Sacramento Music Circus. When she's not performing, Juliane loves teaching and choreographing for performing arts organizations across the country as well as writing music. Her EP Love Note to Self is available on iTunes & Spotify. Social Media: @julianegodfrey @daily_dance_it_out

On this episode of The Yay, Norman and I bring on Steven McCloud, a fantastic actor and singer (great vocal range!) – he and I shared the stage at the Town Hall Theatre when we did Women On The Verge Of A Nervous Breakdown. Steven talks politics, his time at San Francisco State, his work in the bay area and his views on the future of Bay Area theatre. You can hit up Steven directly via Facebook. His next show will be Violet the Musical, at the Town Hall Theatre, starting May 28th. SHOUTOUTS: White Guy On The Bus (B8) Feb 14 – March 1 Diana Lauren Jones (Episode 129) is in the show http://www.b8theatre.org Violet the Musical (Town Hall Theatre) May 28 – June 20 Steven McCloud is in the show https://www.townhalltheatre.com/violet The Quality of Life (Altarena Playhouse) March 20 – April 19 Kim Donovan (Episode 80) is in the show https://www.altarena.org/the-quality-of-life Steel Magnolias (Chanticleers Theatre) Feb 7 – March 1 Cynthia Lagodzinsky (Episode 96) is in the show www.chanticleers.org Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I welcome Marah Catanus Sotelo, a talented actress and opera-trained singer. I worked with Marah when we did Women On The Verge Of A Nervous Breakdown at the Town Hall Theatre. Marah's next performance will be at the Ross Valley Players, along with Mountain Play, doing She Loves Me. We talk about Marah's growing up in the Chicago suburbs, her four year experience in the bay area, and where she sees herself in the future. You can reach out to Marah directly via Facebook or Instagram (@MarahSotelo). SHOUTOUTS: Stories High XIX (Bindlestiff Studios – Bindlestiff turns 30) Sept 12-21 https://www.bindlestiffstudio.org/stories-high-xix The Flick (Shotgun Players) Aug 22 – Sept 22 https://shotgunplayers.org/Online/default.asp The Glass Menagerie (Role Players Ensemble) Aug 30 – Sept 15
 www.roleplayersensemble.com She Loves Me (Mountain Play – Ross Valley) Nov 14-Dec 22nd https://www.mountainplay.org/2020-season/ Three Musketeers (Douglass Morrison Theatre) Sept 12-29 https://www.dmtonline.org/the-three-musketeers Gene Moscy (Episode 14) and Cynthia Lagodzinski (Episode 96) is in the show

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I bring on sisters Sheila and Anita Viramontes. Both ladies are actresses and singers. Anita just finished doing Once On This Island at the Contra Costa County Theatre, and Sheila and I shared the stage (Town Hall Theatre) doing Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. The Viramontes sisters talk about their upbringing, bellydancing, singing and acting around the Bay Area and their plans for the future. SHOUTOUTS!! Each week at the end of every YAY podcast we give a shout-out to the birthdays of our local theater community (past & present). Got a local show or project coming up, or just one you'd like us to promote? Post it here and we'll help spread the word --even get you on the show if you like. And please like our page! Rotimi Ag--- Lauren Spencer Amanda Shelton Brian Thorstenson Howard Johnson William Razo Michael Curry Kitty Pine Karen Amano Chad Jones Lindsay Schmelzer Noah Haydon Dale Albright Barbara Michelson-Harder Kyle Rudolph SHOWS As You Like It (Shakespeare In The Park) Runs until September 22 https://www.evensi.us/free-shakespeare-in-the-park-as-you-like-it-amador-valley/314452269 Norman Gee is in the show Cheer! Story of a Dreamer (Theatre Cultura) Aug 1 – Aug 11 https://playground-sf.org/theatrecultura/ Letitia Duarte is in the show Hairspray (Bay Area Musicals) July 4 – August 11 Victoria Theatre https://www.bamsf.org/hairspray?fbclid=IwAR37NP64VHMhkaBT8-voIqo4ArBfPAfojrOO5w-0n7CEgBlWny5sIdzIYOk Peter Pan Foundation The Peter Pan Foundation is dedicated to inspiring children of all ages to reach their full potential by building confidence, character and creativity through music and theater, while instilling the value of community outreach and philanthropy. https://peterpanfoundation.org

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I talk with Letitia Duarte, talented actress who has worked with several bay area companies, like Central Works, Theatre of Yugen, Town Hall Theatre, Playground and Theatre Rhino. She's currently working on Linda Amayo Hassan's play Cheer! Story of a Dreamer. Letitia shares her story of an actress in the Bay Area and Los Angeles; we talk about racial diversity in the Bay Area theatre scene - the need for casting agents to hire people of color; and the upsurge in theatre that focuses on social issues. SHOUTOUTS: As You Like It (Shakespeare In The Park) Runs until September 22 https://www.evensi.us/free-shakespeare-in-the-park-as-you-like-it-amador-valley/314452269 Norman Gee is in the show Cheer! Story of a Dreamer (Theatre Cultura) Aug 1 – Aug 11 https://playground-sf.org/theatrecultura/ Letitia Duarte is in the show Hairspray (Bay Area Musicals) July 4 – August 11 Victoria Theatre https://www.bamsf.org/hairspray?fbclid=IwAR37NP64VHMhkaBT8-voIqo4ArBfPAfojrOO5w-0n7CEgBlWny5sIdzIYOk Heathers The Musical (Gateway Theatre Company) July 5 – July 14th Cowell Theatre at Fort Mason https://fortmason.org/event/heathers-the-musical/ Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

This 5-part mini series brings you exclusive, behind-the-scenes content from the 2019 awards season, ranging from the Tony Nominations themselves to red carpets to press rooms and conversations with this year’s biggest winners. Part 3 – The Drama Desk Awards: The Press Room The 64th Drama Desk Awards took place on June 2nd 2019, at the Town Hall Theatre on 43rd Street. The press room, where the winners are escorted after accepting their awards and giving their acceptance speech, was a few doors down on 43rd St at a local restaurant. The Drama Desk Awards are special in that they nominate from shows across Broadway, off-Broadway, and off-off-Broadway all in the same categories. Please be sure to visit https://www.dramadeskawards.com/ for more info about these awards. Time Jumps:1:56– Rachel Chavkin: Hadestown (Outstanding Director of a Musical)4:36– Celia Keenan-Bolger: To Kill a Mockingbird (Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play)7:00– Nick Powell: The Ferryman (Outstanding Sound Design in a Play)9:59– Charles G. Lapointe: The Cher Show (Outstanding Wig and Hair Design)11:12– Bradley King: Hadestown (Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical)12:21– David Korins: Beetlejuice (Outstanding Set Design for a Musical)14:20– Bob Mackie: The Cher Show (Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical)17:54– Dori Berinstein, Bill Damaschke, and Jack Lane: The Prom (Outstanding Musical)20:37– Extra closing standardsConnect with The Theatre Podcast:Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcastTwitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcastFacebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcastTheTheatrePodcast.comAlan’s personal Instagram: @alansealesJillian’s personal Instagram: @jillianhochmanEmail us at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. We want to know what you think.

This 5-part mini series brings you exclusive, behind-the-scenes content from the 2019 awards season, ranging from the Tony Nominations themselves to red carpets to press rooms and conversations with this year’s biggest winners. Part 2 – The Drama Desk Awards: Red Carpet The 64th Drama Desk Awards took place on June 2nd 2019, at the Town Hall Theatre on 43rd Street. The red carpet was setup on the corner of 43rd St and 6th Ave, which is where the content for this episode comes from. The Drama Desk Awards are special in that they nominate from shows across Broadway, off-Broadway, and off-off-Broadway all in the same categories. Please be sure to visit https://www.dramadeskawards.com/ for more info about these awards. Connect with The Theatre Podcast:Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcastTwitter & Instagram: @theatre_podcastFacebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcastTheTheatrePodcast.comAlan’s personal Instagram: @alansealesJillian’s personal Instagram: @jillianhochmanEmail us at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. We want to know what you think.

On this episode of the Yay, I'm riding solo as the host, as Norman Gee is busy rehearsing for As You Like It (see SHOUTOUTS below) – I interview Isabella and Gianna Capozzi, the youngest guests on The Yay – the two sisters are still in high school but perform in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, at the Town Hall Theatre. The sisters talk about what theater means to them and the impact of theater to the new generation. SHOUTOUTS Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Town Hall Theatre) LAST SHOW TONIGHT! https://www.townhalltheatre.com Melvygn Badiola (Episode 89), Deb Carriger (Episode 52), Keaton Wilkerson (Episode 114), Kathy Ferber and yours truly (Reg Clay) are in the show As You Like It (Shakespeare In The Park) Saturday, July 6 https://www.evensi.us/free-shakespeare-in-the-park-as-you-like-it-amador-valley/314452269 Norman Gee is in the show Midsummer Night's Dream (B8) Running until June 29 https://www.facebook.com/pg/b8theatre/events/ Terrance Smith (Episode 102) is in the show The Dark Room's 16th Annual Twilight Zone Parody Series June 15 – June 29th http://www.theexit.org/dark/ Scott Munson (Episodes 13 & 53) has written an episode Craig Souza (Episode 10) is directing an episode Shannon Mauldin (Episode 107) is in the show Shakespeare Abridged (Plethos Productions) Closes TONIGHT http://www.plethos.org/nowplaying Karin Richey (Episode 50) is co-producer of the show Nick Mandracchia (Episode 43) is in the show Hairspray (Bay Area Musicals) July 4 – August 11 Victoria Theatre https://www.bamsf.org/hairspray?fbclid=IwAR37NP64VHMhkaBT8-voIqo4ArBfPAfojrOO5w-0n7CEgBlWny5sIdzIYOk Town Hall Theatre has been providing excellent theatre and excellent training to the kids in Lafayette for 75 years, since 1944. And Town Hall Theatre would love to have your support! There are three ways of giving to Town Hall and contributing to local theatre: Sponsor a show, if you have $1,000 or more to contribute; become a Sustaining Member, by contributing $25 a month to Town Hall (such a small amount will mean a lot to them); and Plan A Legacy. You can learn more about contributing to the Town Hall Theatre here: www.townhalltheatre.com/donate-now Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

On this episode of the Yay, I bring on Craig Dickerson as a co-host, as Norman Gee is busy teaching kids at the Eugene O'Neill house – Craig and I interview Kathy Ferber, a veteran actress with whom I share the stage with at the Town Hall Theatre doing Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. Kathy talks about her early life in Southern California, the incredible life of her mother, who was the original production of Oklahoma, and where her life in theater has taken her today. SHOUTOUTS: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Town Hall Theatre) May 30 – June 22 https://www.townhalltheatre.com Melvygn Badiola (Episode 89), Deb Carriger (Episode 52), Keaton Wilkerson (Episode 114), Kathy Ferber and yours truly (Reg Clay) are in the show The Dark Room's 16th Annual Twilight Zone Parody Series June 15 – June 29th http://www.theexit.org/dark/ Scott Munson (Episodes 13 & 53) has written an episode Craig Souza (Episode 10) is directing an episode Shannon Mauldin (Episode 107) is in the show Ripped (Z Space) – TBA Recommended show! Closes TONIGHT! www.zspace.org Krystle Piamonte-Jong (Episode 97) is in the show Shakespeare Abridged (Plethos Productions) June 14 – June 23 http://www.plethos.org/nowplaying Karin Richey (Episode 50) is co-producer of the show Nick Mandracchia (Episode 43) is in the show

Surprise! A New Yay! On this episode (on a Monday evening), Norman and I bring on Keaton Wilkerson, a fantastic vocalist and actor who is currently starring in Town Hall Theatre's Women On The Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, playing now until June 22nd. Keaton talks about his education, his love of musical theater and where he wants to be in the future. We also squeeze in some current events like the GOP FINALLY standing up to Trump (regarding the Mexico tariff) and England's Trump baby. SHOUTOUTS: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Town Hall Theatre) May 30 – June 22 https://www.townhalltheatre.com Melvygn Badiola (Episode 89), Deb Carriger (Episode 52) and yours truly (Reg Clay) is in the show Ripped (Z Space) May 22nd - June 15th Krystle Piamonte-Jong (Episode 97) is in the show www.zspace.org Kings (Shotgun Players) May 16 - June 16 www.shotgunplayers.org The Victorian Ladies' Detective Collective (Central Works Theatre) EXTENDED UNTIL JUNE 9! Alan Coyne (Episode 29) is in the show Gary Graves (Episode 24) is directing the show For all who contributed to Carolyn Doyle's fund - thank you ;) Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

Keaton Wilkerson is off to a pretty good start in his journey in the BAT world. After finishing college and returning to his home in the East Bay last fall he has only had a handful of weeks where he wasn't in rehearsal or performance. Keaton and I met 5 years ago and, although he isn't much younger than me, I am taken by the familiarity of his struggles and successes in trying to break out from one community and break into a much larger world. I sat with Keaton between lessons (he teaches voice and piano) and we were able to discuss his journey, as well as his latest project: "Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown" at Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette.

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I have the great pleasure to talk to Dawn Monique Williams, the new associate artistic director at Aurora Theatre. Dawn is a veteran actor and director, the former associate director at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and has worked with a vast amounts of theater companies, including HERE Arts Center, Profile Theatre (in Portland OR), ACT, Chautauqua Theatre Company and the African American Shakespeare Company. She is currently directing Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Town Hall Theatre. You can contact Dawn via Facebook or via Instagram (Dmw_directs) SHOUTOUTS Sister Act (Theatre Rhino) May 17 – June 1 Playing at the Gateway Theatre (formerly the Eureka Theatre) http://therhino.org The Victorian Ladies' Detective Collective (Central Works Theatre) May 4 – June 2 Alan Coyne (Episode 29) is in the show Gary Graves (Episode 24) is directing the show Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (Town Hall Theatre) May 30 – June 22 https://www.townhalltheatre.com Melvygn Badiola (Episode 89), Deb Carriger (Episode 52) and yours truly (Reg Clay) is in the show Bakersfield Mist (Off-Broadway West) May 3 – June 1 http://www.offbroadwaywest.org Richard Harder (Episode 26) is directing the show I'm a good friend of Carolyn Doyle.  Carolyn just had a bit of a life curve ball thrown at her. In addition to the usual challenges she faces (currently transitioning her son with low functioning autism to an adult group home and a new recreation program) and the typical challenges of raising a teenager daughter in an incredibly expensive city, she has to have some surgery. And Right Now, unfortunately.  Not life-threatening, but pretty major with a six-week to eight-week recovery period. And, because the world is the way it is, her job won't be held for her (insurance coverage ending on 5/31/19).  She will get some disability, but the partial payment will only be enough to cover basic household expenses. And like many of us, Carolyn lives paycheck to paycheck and doesn't have any savings in the bank. Non-profits, you know? Whatever you can give will go a long way. What are we if we don't help each other, as artists? https://www.gofundme.com/aftse-carolynsrecovery Reg Clay (@Reg_Clay) Norman Gee (@WhosYrHoosier)

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I bring on Shannon Mauldin, actress and basketball coach – Shannon and I last shared the stage doing Civil War Christmas at the Town Hall Theatre in Lafayette. We talk about working with kids, keeping the fourth wall on stage, and keeping composure - not letting your emotions get the best of you. SHOUTOUTS: Helen (Theatre of Yugen) Mar 29 – Apr 27 https://www.theatreofyugen.org/helen Adrian Deane (Episode 82) is the star of the show The Mystery of Irma Vep (Role Players Ensemble) Apr 12 – Apr 28 https://www.roleplayersensemble.com Alicia Von Kugelgen (Episode 48 & 101) and Dana Lewenthal are in the play All The Way (Contra Costa Civic Theatre) Apr 12 – May 5 Khary Moye (Episode 40), Kim Donovan (Episode 80), Jay Krohnengold (Episode 105) and Terrance Smith (Episode 102) are in the show

Actors Grace Collender and Lola Petticrew talk with Lisa Farrelly about stepping into the shoes of The Country Girls, giving heart and colour to their art and the terms & conditions of friendship. The Country Girls: Written & adapted by Edna O'Brien plays on the Abbey Stage until 6 April and gallivants on to Cork Opera House,Town Hall Theatre, Galway and Lime Tree Theatre, Limerick until 4 May 2019. The Country Girls is the Dublin: One City, One Book 2019 Choice. Recorded on Thursday 14 March 2019 at the Abbey Theatre. Interviewer & Editor: Lisa Farrelly Sound operator: Conall Coleman 04/2019 Broadcast 22/03/2019

On this episode of the Yay, Norman and I welcome Terrance Smith – a young actor who is now in Brooklyn Bridge, playing at the Town Hall Theatre. Terrance and I acted in Civil War Christmas two years ago and he'll be playing Rev. Ralph Abernathy in All The Way (at the Contra County Civic Theatre). You can hit up Terrance Smith on Facebook or on Instagram (@youngtsmith23) SHOUTOUTS: Brooklyn Bridge (Town Hall Theatre) Feb 28 – Mar 23nd www.townhalltheatre.com Tom Reilly (Episode 40) and Terrance Smith is in the show Olivia's Kitchen (Or What The Cook Saw At the Twelfth Night) (Southside Theatre) Last shows – March 16 & 17 Deborah Murphy (Episode 98) is in the play www.generationtheatre.com La Ronde (Cutting Ball Theatre) Mar 14 – Apr 14 www.cuttingball.com Jeunee Simon – good friend of mine – is in the play The Mystery of Irma Vep (Role Players Ensemble) Apr 12 – Apr 28 https://www.roleplayersensemble.com Alicia Von Kugelgen (Episode 48 & 101) and Dana Lewenthal is in the play

Award winning designer Francis O'Connor talks with Lisa Farrelly about the vivid neutrality and clarity of vision that textures his work on The Country Girls. The Country Girls: Written & adapted by Edna O'Brien plays on the Abbey Stage until 6 April touring to Cork Opera House, Town Hall Theatre, Galway and Lime Tree Theatre, Limerick until 4 May 2019. The Country Girls is the Dublin: One City, One Book 2019 Choice. Recorded on Wednesday 27 February 2019 at the Abbey Theatre. Interviewer & Editor: Lisa Farrelly Sound operator: Derek Conaghy 03/2019 Broadcast 01/03/2019

On this Episode, we talk to the talented Nick Mandracchia, a dynamic actor who appeared in the Musical Cafe (Pickpocket) and who will be starring with me (Reg Clay) in A Civil War Christmas at the Town Hall Theatre (https://www.townhalltheatre.com). We talk about Nick's background and how he got into theater, and we have a hearty conversation about using social media in promoting theater and how diverse (or not) the TBA Awards are. Enjoy the weekend with The Yay!

On this Veteran's Day episode of The Yay, we speak to Dan Wilson, playwright and actor - he'll be John Wilkes Boothe and other characters in the Town Hall Theatre's A Civil War Christmas. Dan talks about how he got into theater, we talk about beats and methods of acting and we talk a bit about current events, such as the sexual allegations of Kevin Spacey, Louis C.K. and who may be next.

Town Hall Theatre – Woodstock, Vermont Host: Richard Sher Guest Player: Actor - Tom Kemp Musicians: Tin Pan Valentinos   Round 1: Definitions of Fall Round 2 - Bluff: jabble Spotlight: Bio Fictionary Round 3 : No Hits, No Runs, Just Errors – Baseballisms Round 4 - Bluff: inficete Round 5: Classic Comic Strip (N. Cramer)

Our 157th episode, which aired on July 22, 2016. Mairtin O'Connor, Seamie O'Dowd & Cathal Haydan - The Cooley Set, Crossroads Llangres - La Cuesta Fitoria, Maqueta NEW TO YOU: Mick McAuley - Mayor Harrison's Fedora, Highs and Bellows CLOSET CLASSIC: Seven Nations - Scream/The Surprise Ceilidh Band Set, The Pictou Sessions: An Acoustic Album JigJam - The Banks of Newfoundland/Ringing the Bell, recorded live at Town Hall Theatre, Westport, Co. Mayo Goitse - Ireland's Green Shore, Inspired by Chance Touchstone Trio - Reels: Gilles Lossier/Liz Carroll's High D, The Trio Claudine Langille - The Whydah, The Fin and the Feather Oysterband - Galopede, Little Rock to Leipzig Eric Bogle - And the Band Played Waltzing Matilda, Scraps of Paper Mick McAuley - Doireann's Waltz, Highs and Bellows

Tonight we meet the show cast for the very popular stage show 'The Diary of Black Men- How do you love a Black Woman. Russell Andrews (Director)  Russell’s journey with The Diary of Black Men began in 1986 when after two very well-received performances, at Houston’s Ensemble Theatre, an opportunity came to cover a character in The Diary at Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre. After that single performance Mr. Andrews was asked to be the sole understudy for all 6 male characters as well as the assistant to the director and technical staff.     With The Diary’s phenomenal success, Russell spent the next two years covering all of the 6 roles, while continuing to drive “the van” across the country several times, ironing the costumes, moving the props and carrying the luggage for the cast. The opportunity to take a permanent role in the play came at the famed Town Hall Theatre in New York City where, while keeping his position as technical assistant, he took over the role of  ‘The Intellectual’ and never looked back. http://www.diaryofblackmen.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Diary-of-Black-Men-How-Do-You-Love-A-Black-Woman/129017420475662 Call in to speak to the Directors and Actors  3479457556 Follow Ebony  https://twitter.com/morebeingyou

Tonight we meet the show cast for the very popular stage show 'The Diary of Black Men- How do you love a Black Woman. Russell Andrews (Director)  Russell’s journey with The Diary of Black Men began in 1986 when after two very well-received performances, at Houston’s Ensemble Theatre, an opportunity came to cover a character in The Diary at Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theatre. After that single performance Mr. Andrews was asked to be the sole understudy for all 6 male characters as well as the assistant to the director and technical staff.     With The Diary’s phenomenal success, Russell spent the next two years covering all of the 6 roles, while continuing to drive “the van” across the country several times, ironing the costumes, moving the props and carrying the luggage for the cast. The opportunity to take a permanent role in the play came at the famed Town Hall Theatre in New York City where, while keeping his position as technical assistant, he took over the role of  ‘The Intellectual’ and never looked back. http://www.diaryofblackmen.com https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Diary-of-Black-Men-How-Do-You-Love-A-Black-Woman/129017420475662 Call in to speak to the Directors and Actors  3479457556 Follow Ebony  https://twitter.com/morebeingyou