Five different women - all named Betty - who are of different backgrounds and gender identities, all converge to share their story about anger, sex, love and theatre.  The play was written by Jen Silverman, and it premiered in Washington DC in 2018.  High comedy and high energy, this play is sure to entertain and yet address the issues of women, feminism, LGBTQ identity, sexuality and loneliness. Please note, there is strong language and mild adult themes in this play. Don't miss this high-energy and funny play with an all female cast - the first all female cast produced by VIA Omaha!   The Cast:  Betty 1:  Jennifer Gilg Betty 2:  Madi Barker Betty 3:  Delaney Jackson Betty 4:  Shailoh Eggerson Betty 5:  Amie James Voices in Alliance (VIA Omaha) Ticket & Contact Info: Tickets Info and Website: https://www.viaomaha.org/  Ticket Link:  Eventbrite link. Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/VIAOmaha/  This production will be performed at the Shelterbelt Theatre located at 4383 Nicholas Street #STE 204 Omaha, NE 68131. HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.  

Here's a serious and deeply complex play you don't want to miss this season:  "Freakshow" (1999) by Carson Kreitzer at SNAP! Productions opens November 8th!  The Platte River Bard spoke to Giles Russo and Nick Knipe and discussed what this production has in store for you! The setting: Behind the scenes of a traveling Freakshow, those who have been outcasts from society bond into a unique but dysfunctional family.  You will see their vulnerabilities and humanity in scenes of dialogue and poetry. Find out all about it here at the Platte River Bard Podcast!  "Freakshow" opens November 8th and runs from 8th-10th, 14-16, 18th, and the 21-23rd.  Industry Night is November 18th and is Pay-What-You-Can.   CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.      

Find out why you won't want to miss "American Psycho The Musical" at SNAP! Productions at Ghost Light Theatre.  This Musical opens September 20th and runs until Septemeber 29th.   We talk with Stage Manager, Christina Belle; Set Builder and Designer, Doug Hartshorn; and actor and comedian who is also new to Nebraska, Geoffrey Eggleston.   Don't miss this fun musical, filled with dancing, singing, and entertaining dialogue with a little bit of dark humor! Also, don't forget, SNAP! Productions at the Ghost LIght Theatre has their Industry Night, Monday, September 23rd, which is Pay-What-You-Can!  CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.

Talk about a great time of year to see The Mel Brooks Adult Young Frankenstein!    Bellevue Little Theatre is kicking off this sensational fall production with a Costume Party on Friday the 13th (of course!), that ends with wine and cheese that will leave you with an electrically charged great time.  We had a lively discussion with the Director of this production, Todd Uhrmacher, and we discuss the logistics of this complex production for a smaller theatre.  The cast is packed full of talent, singers, costumes, tapdancers - the works - and you'll be certain to have an enjoyable experience.  Come join the monster mash of fun that is alive at the Bellevue LIttle Theatre, September 13th through the 29th! Note:  this production is the "adult version" (like the movie) of Young Frankenstein.    BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets: https://blt.simpletix.com/ Website: http://www.theblt.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuelittletheatre/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellevuelittletheatre/  203 Mission Avenue, Bellevue, Nebraska  402.291.1554 HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.    

We have a short chat with the Director and cast of VIA Omaha's Production of "Plot Points in Our Sexual Development" that opens August 15-25th.  Meredith Melville, MFA, came to Nebraska as a visiting Director from Texas to direct this play.  The play only has two cast members, which are Asia Nared and Arson Starkloff-Crane who have created sparks on-stage.  "Plot Points in Our Sexual Development" was written by Miranda Rose Hall and it premiered off-Broadway in 2018.  This play explores a new couple who decide to reveal their sexual histories to each other, and the truth might just jeopardize their relationship.  For Tickets and Information Go To: https://www.viaomaha.org/ This play will be presented at the Flixx Show Bar, 1019 South 10th Street Omaha, NE 68108   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.      

It's Directors Roundtable in Lincoln! We talk with Timothy W. Scholl, Executive Artistic Director of Angels Theatre Company, Morrie Enders with the Lincoln Community Playhouse, and Jamie Bullins, who is a longtime Director, Associate Professor of Theatre at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film at UNL, and also part of the Staff of the Angels Theatre Company's Playwriting Collective.  We love the chemistry and commodorie of these three Directors.  They all come from different perspectives, and the theatres in which they work offer our arts community different types of plays each year. Join us for this fun conversation as we enjoy the conversation of Directing Theatre!  HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.    

The Mills Masquers Summer Musical is here!  Opening August 2nd and running until August 11th, there will be much harmonizing, dancing and comedy! We talked with Don Torbett, Music Director; Adam Clayton, Associate Director; Don Vinkenberg, Choreographer; and Connor Edick, who is the Actor who plays Spongebob Squarepants.  This is a musical for everyone, kids and adults alike!  You won't want to miss this production that will promise singing and movement to a live musical accompaniment.  Take a relaxing drive to this small town theatre and enjoy a show with a hearty Glenwood welcome!  For tickets to go www.millsmasquers.com.  You can also make reservations on their website.  CONTACT INFO: Tickets and Website:  www.millsmasquers.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/54189039275/user/100084652820874 Address:  56542 221st, Glenwood, IA 51534 HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com.  Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA.  Please find us and Subscribe!    

We are happy once again to discuss the Omaha Fringe Festival 2024 ! This will be the 5th year of the festival and Omaha is so lucky to have one. If you aren't familiar with the history of the Fringe Festival, it began as a festival in Edinburgh Scotland in 1947. Since then it has expanded to over 100 cities all over the world. Join us for our conversation with Lara and Tamar about the 20 shows that Omaha Fringe Festival has to offer. This year there are four venues: Blackstone, Benson and two at UNO. There are two new types of performance art that will be introduced this year, so you'll want to hear all about it on our podcast. There will be a Kickoff Party on August 7th, so don't miss that!  Plus the festival begins August 8th and runs through the 11th.  To get more information, see their website omahafringe.org! If you want to hear about a specific production, this episode has chapter marks so you can navigate through the podcast. OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website: https://omahafringe.square.site/  To Donate & Support:  https://checkout.square.site/buy/WYCOWEZP5POWMYDMCLU2UOHW Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/omahafringefest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/ Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/ #FirstOmahaFringe #OmahaFringe   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com.  Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA.  Please find us and Subscribe!          

Clay Farris Naff is a recently accomplished playwright who is debuting his new play The Cleanup Lady.   Clay is an author, and has been an award winning journalist, a correspondent for the United Press International in Tokyo, a freelance reporter for National Public Radio, Newsweek, Huffington Post, Earth Magazine, The Humanist, and Scientific American, just to name a few.  He has been a science-and-religion correspondent for the Metanexus Institute, and the Executive Director of Lincoln Literacy. He is a Nebraska gem, and in the last few years has added Playwright to this long list of achievements.  Last year he debuted part of his first play which you may have heard about or seen Mix and Machinate which addresses the tribalized nature about what we’ve become, all taking place at a local public radio station.  Part of this play debuted last summer at the 2023 First Flight Festival , and the full play went on to be performed at the 2023 Omaha Fringe Festival.    Clay is now debuting his new play, The Cleanup Lady (When AI Strikes You Need the Cleanup Lady), which is about a company that uses an AI machine to invest in other people's money, except all of the guardrails to ensure the money is being invested with honest investors has been removed.  The Cleanup Lady will be performed at the 2024 Omaha Fringe Festival August 9-11th at the Benson Theatre,  one of the Omaha Fringe’s four venues.  There will also be a Preview Performance in Lincoln on August 4th at Eastmont Senior Living Center and open to the public. Join us for this enjoyable conversation with the talented Clay Farris Naff about his new play.  You won’t want to miss it! For tickets and information, go to www.cleanuplady.com and for information about the Omaha Fringe Festival, go to omahafringe.org.   CONTACT INFO FOR "THE CLEANUP LADY" Tickets & Website:  www.cleanuplady.com   CONTACT INFO FOR THE OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL: Tickets & Website:  www.omahafringe.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omahafringefest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!  

We talked with Jay Hayden and Grace Grennan about their upcoming production A Midsummers Nights Dream. Old School Shakespeare is known for their One Rehearsal model as they share Shakespeare in non-traditional locations in a wildly fun way!  Hear all about where they will be so you can catch them.  Omaha is lucky to have a group of seasoned actors who are ready to show you just how fun Shakespeare can be! A Midsummer's Night's Dream performances are: Thursday 7/25 l 7 PM at bensontheatre (all ages)- no ticket necessary! Friday 7/26 l 7 PM At The Durham Museum (21+ only) - you MUST purchase a ticket for this event. Get your tickets here: https://events.timely.fun/.../event/77635538/20240726180000 Sunday 7/28 l 2 PM at kamp_blackstone (all ages)-no ticket necessary Wednesday 7/31 l 7 PM at Alice Omaha (21+ only) -Due to Alice’s small size, this event is by REGISTRATION ONLY. Registration is currently FULL. You can sign up for the waitlist here: https://tinyurl.com/OssoMidsummer Friday 8/2 l 7PM at Site-1 Brewing-No ticket necessary   Contact Info for OSSO: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/osshakespeareomaha/   Email:  [email protected]   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger. Sound from Zapsplat.com          

Opera Omaha is always a pleasure to visit, and their 2024-2025 season promises more Opera to Go, Opera in Conversation, Opera Outdoors, Poetry in Music and so much more.  Plus they will have three productions in their season, with an additional family friendly opera that we will let Allison Swenson, General Manager and Katrina Thurman, DIrector of Artistic Administration tell you all about what’s in store! Their season will consist of:  "Don Giovanni",  October 18 & 20.  The Rake's Progress, February 7 and 9, 2025. And "Giulio Cesare" May 1, 2025.  There will be a separate event for families to enjoy opera called "Fantastik Mr. Fox" June 5-8, 2025. Remember to get your tickets for the season now, and just for new subscribers you can get three operas for the price of two, which is as low as $38 for the package. Single tickets go on sale in August.  Tickets can be purchased at operaomaha.org through Ticket Omaha or call their box office 12-5 Monday through Friday at 402-345-0606. And don’t miss Opera Outdoors at Midtown Crossing’s Turner Park on September 6th! It’s a free family friendly event!   OPERA OMAHA CONTACT INFO:  Website & Tickets: www.operaomaha.org  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/operaomaha/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/operaomaha/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/operaomaha You Tube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/operaomaha Opera Omaha, 1850 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 402.346.7372   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.   Don Giovanni K 527-9 is licensed under Creative Commons  through musopen.org. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

You've probably seen it - either the Table Grace Cafe at 1611-1/2 Farnam Street, or even something online for Table Grace The Musical.  But what are they?  Well, it's both of those things - and yet, so much more!  We sit down with Simone Weber, CEO and Musical Missionary with Table Grace and find out "What is this musical?"  "Why is it at three venues?" "What is the Table Grace Cafe?".  Simone is a talented and kind person who, with her husband Matt, meet people where they are with food and music.   CONTACT INFO FOR TABLE GRACE THE MUSICAL: TICKETS:  Website: https://tablegracethemusical.com/ Scottish Rite Performances June 21-22: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/4ffac74c-19dd-4798-8779-159a0d767697 Benson Theatre Performances June 27-29: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36337/production/1193760 Lofte Community Theatre Performances August 8-9: https://www.simpletix.com/e/table-grace-the-musical-tickets-156675   CONTACT INFO FOR TABLE GRACE CAFE Website: https://tablegracecafe.com/ Address: 1611-1/2 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE **** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

BVT's 57th Season has arrived!  And if you haven't ever heard of Brownville Village Theatre before you are in for a treat.  And if you have heard of them, you're still in for a treat!  BVT is always a-buzz with activity and rightfully so.  They produce five full shows during the Summer.  Beginning in July you can see all five in one weekend if you want to, or pace yourself and see the two June productions and have July and the first part of August to see the other three. We met with Co-Directors, Rachel Curtiss, and Mitch Bean, and then spoke to three of their Cast Members:  Bella Walker (also Intimacy Coordinator, Assistant Director), Jack Danter and Rachel Grossman.  All of the cast members get experience doing all things behind the scenes as well as their roles on stage.  It takes the whole crew to make BVT work and they are having fun!  Come join the conversation, hear the sewing machines and rehearsal buzz in the background as you meet the Creatives at Brownville Village Theatre, Summer 2024! BROWNVILLE VILLAGE THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Website: http://www.brownvillevillagetheatre.com/home.html  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BVT1967/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvt1967  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownvillevillagetheatre/  Brownville Village Theatre, 222 Water Street, Brownville, NE 402.825.4121      *** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We talk with a few of the young actors in this musical, Shemar "Mar" Toussaint, McKenna Cottone, and Nick Knipe.   They are the young stars of "Heathers The Muscial" at SNAP! Productions which opens June 7th.  Productions will run until June 23rd with one Industry Night (pay what you can) on June 17th.  Our guests are having a blast and working hard at their roles in this play.  For those who haven't heard, "Heathers, The Musical" has been a very popular play these days and was the inspiration for the movie "Mean GIrls."  The lyrics and book was written by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy, and has been a hit since 2014.  It hits on such subjects as bullying, school violence and some other dark humor and is packed full of beloved songs, and  embraces the 80's nostalgic era. Come see this energetic and influential play, it opens June 7th at SNAP! Productions Ghost Light Theatre! CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com/   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!    

Today on our podcast, we're thrilled to have the accomplished and talented Chris Scott, Director of "Barefoot in the Park" at Bellevue Little Theatre, joining us for a chat about this timeless Neil Simon classic play. "Barefoot in the Park" is a Neil Simon masterpiece known for its perfect blend of comedy and heartfelt moments. Chris Scott talks with us about some of the behind-the-scenes details in putting this production together, as well as his team of talented creatives.   Tune in to our podcast for an insightful discussion about "Barefoot in the Park" and Neil Simon's endearing play.    BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets: https://blt.simpletix.com/ Website: http://www.theblt.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuelittletheatre/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellevuelittletheatre/  203 Mission Avenue, Bellevue, Nebraska  402.291.1554    

Today on our podcast, we're diving into the exciting world of Rave On Productions with Kimberly Faith Hickman, Artistic and Education Director. Get ready to hear about all the buzz surrounding their summer lineup!   First up, after wowing audiences in Omaha, Rave On Productions is bringing their Omaha Series production, The Awesome 80's Prom to the Rococo Theatre in Lincoln, Nebraska on June 7th and 8th. Picture this: immersive theatre and improv meets 80's nostalgia, optional but highly encouraged 80's attire, live music, dancing, and plenty of opportunities for improv and storyline participation. It's going to be a blast! Next on the agenda, from July 19th to 21st, The Omaha Series presents The Outsiders at the Benson Theatre. Based on S.E. Hinton's iconic novel and the beloved film adaptation, this play promises to bring the gripping tale to life in a whole new way. But wait, there's more! The McGuigan Arts Academy is hosting Summer Camps throughout June and July, catering to various age groups and interests. From Happy Feet for the little ones aged 5-7 to Rock 'N' Palooza for ages 12 and up, there's something for everyone. Hurry, classes are filling up fast, so be sure to register now on their website at https://www.mcguiganartsacademy.com/summer. And if you think that's all, think again! Tune in to our podcast to get an exclusive sneak peek at what Rave On Productions has in store beyond this summer. Between Rave On Productions' Omaha Series, and the McGuigan Arts Academy, there is something for everyone. CONTACT INFO: Rave On Productions: https://www.raveonworldwide.com/ For Tickets:  The Omaha Series: https://www.theomahaseries.com/ To Register for Classes:  McGuigan Arts Academy:  https://www.mcguiganartsacademy.com/summer HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube:  https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!  

We were lucky to catch three of the seven women in BLUEBARN's production of "POTUS" or "Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive".  This production, Directed by Susan Clement, opened May 23rd and will be showing every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until June 23rd!  We talk about how their first weekend went and what to expect for the rest of the run! "POTUS" was nominated three times for a Tony award and was first produced on Broadway in 2022.  The Playwright, Selena Fillinger described the play as "the ways in which we uphold patriarchy when a man's body is not in the room."  It promises to be a hilarious look at politics and sex. This show does contain explicit language and adult humor, however it won't keep anyone away.  Shows are selling out so get your tickets at BLUEBARN.org or by calling their box office at 402-345-1576.  This is the end of  BLUEBARN’s 35th Season so come celebrate their last show this season. Be sure to check BLUEBARN’s website for more free engagement events and community partnerships which are related to the brilliance of remarkable women who shaped history, and have paved the way for women. BLUEBARN CONTACT INFO:  Tickets & Website:  http://bluebarn.org/ Or call the Box office at 402-345-1576. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluebarn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluebarntheatre_omaha/  Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/bluebarntheatre_omaha/ Bluebarn Theatre: 1106 S. 10th St. (10th and Pacific) Omaha, NE PH: 402-345-1576   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube:  https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We had a fun visit with Rachel Robbins, Producer, Director, Actor, and Theatre Educator of Popcorn Productions, LLC's Melodramas and her team of actors:  Ian Cullin, Samantha Desh, Shade Ingraham, Elizabeth Maack, and Collette Williams.  We also spoke to their Lighting and Sound Designer, Zach Wasserman, as well as one of the youngest ensemble members, Weston. Melodramas just opened their three new shows for Part 1 of their 2024 season which runs from May 24th to August 25th!  Their new shows are:  B Mine Forever by John Burkhart Gary Botter and the Divining Sphere by Julie Eischleman The Phantom of Darkgrove by D. Chapelle Popcorn Productions' Melodramas are fun, rowdy, and a completely different theatre experience than the usual live theatre experience.  Guests are expected to "boo" the villain and "aww" the hero or heroine.  And guests can also opt to throw popcorn or dollar bills (of any $ value of their choosing).  Actors are expected to pick up the tips and continue on with their lines.  These productions are a mixture of theatre and improv, each performance being a different experience with so much crowd interaction. Shows are inside the Denman and Mary Mallory Kountze Memorial Theatre at the Mahoney State Park.  Concessions are available and tickets can be purchased online or at the door.  Also the building is air conditioned and has all the indoor amenities.  So if you are out at Mahoney State Park it is a great escape from the outdoors and enjoy theatre!  CONTACT INFO FOR POPCORN PRODUCTIONS MELODRAMAS: Website: https://www.melodrama.net   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Melodramas-100057354133892/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popcorn_productions_melodramas/ You can also call for Ticket Reservations:  402-944-2957 Adults are $9, Kids 12 and under are $7.  You can also get a Family Package of 2 Adults and 2 Children for $28.   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@platteriverbardpodcast. Please find us and Subscribe!      

Our first Directors Roundtable begins with two talented and charismatic  Professors of Theatre:  Jamie Bullins from UNL and Ron Zank from UNO!  Their expertise and contribution to local theatre made them wonderful guests of our Directors Roundtable.   We are so excited to bring you this podcast.  We have been working toward this idea for quite some time.  There will definitely be more Roundtable discussions in the near future! Ron Zank is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at the University of Nebraska Omaha.  He has a BA in English from UNL, a MA in Theatre from UNO and a PhD in Theatre from the University of Missouri Columbia. Ron teaches Theatre History and Dramatic Literature, as well as Introduction to Theatre and Script Analysis.  He has directed at many local Omaha Area theatres, such as Chanticleer Community Theatre, Shelterbelt, GPTC, the Dundee Dinner Theatre and Bluebarn Theatre.   Jamie Bullins is an Associate Professor of Theatre at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film at UNL and also advises for their student-run theatre, Theatrix.  Jamie specializes in Costume Design and you may have even seen a play he has been involved in at several Lincoln and Omaha theatres.  He also is a Scene Designer and Playwright. He has an M.F.A. in Theatrical Design / Scenography is from the University of North Carolina / Greensboro, and he moved to Lincoln from Atlanta, Georgia.  Jamie is also Staff for Angels Theatre Company's Playwriting Collective.  Both of these talented Directors have been on our Podcast before and we were elated to have them back for a fun discussion about Directing!  We thank them profusely for being part of our first Directors Roundtable! To check out some of the theatres Jamie and Ron are involved in, here are their websites websites: UNO Theatre at the Weber Fine Arts Building Nebraska Repertory Theatre at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film Theatrix  Angels Theatre Company - Playwriting Collective If you have a question you'd like to hear asked on our next Roundtable, let us know at [email protected].    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@platteriverbardpodcast. Please find us and Subscribe!

We sat down with Director Todd Brooks,  Stage Manager Krista Freimuth, and Actor Adam Fulbright to talk about Chanticleer's upcoming production "A Chorus Line."  This is a cohesive cast who are working hard but having the time of their lives, which of course, is everything community theatre should be.  This is going to be a fun production, with a live orchestra, much dancing and singing with all the classic "A Chorus Line" tunes and dance moves! Though "A Chorus LIne" was also adapted into a popular movie in 1985, for most people the story is best told on stage. The original musical was written in 1975 by Marvin Hamlisch, with lyrics by Edward Kleban, and directed by Michael Bennett.  It won many Tony Awards, a Drama Desk Award, a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and in 1984 won a Tony for longest running musical on Broadway.  (It is currently the 7th longest running musical to date).  The "Book" (librettists of the spoken, non-sung dialogue, and storyline of a musical play) was written by James Kirkwood, Jr. and Nicholas Dante. The story is based on true stories and is set on the stage of a Broadway theater, and centered on seventeen Broadway dancers auditioning for roles on a chorus line. "A Chorus Line" runs May 9-12th and 16-19th at Chanticleer Community Theatre at PACE.  This is a great opportunity to see this prize winning musical!  CHANTICLEER at PACE / CONTACT INFO:  Website:  https://www.paceartsiowa.org/theater/chanticleer-community-theater Ticket Link: https://www.showpass.com/a-chorus-line-4/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa  Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@platteriverbardpodcast. Please find us and Subscribe!  

We had the distinct pleasure of meeting Thom Davis, Dramaturg and Vice President of the Board of Directors for Voices in Alliance (VIA Omaha).  VIA Omaha produced “The Inheritance Part 1” in October 2023 during their first season, and now are able to begin their 2nd Season with “The Inheritance Part 2.” It's important to note that you can still easily see “The Inheritance Part 2” without seeing "Part 1".  We do suggest, however, you hear all about "Part 2" on our podcast before you go, because Thom eloquently explains why this is such an important piece of theatre. This two-part play was written by Matthew Lopez and won a Tony Award, the Drama Desk Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, a Critics Circle Theatre Award, and an Evening Standard Theatre Award, and a GLAAD Media Award, just to name a few.  Needless to say, there has always been a lot of interest and appreciation in what this play means to so many. ”The Inheritance Part 2”opens May 10th and runs 8 performances until May 19th.  There will be a talk back session after their Sunday performance on May 12th.  This production is recommended for audiences over 18.     Voices in Alliance (VIA Omaha) Ticket & Contact Info: Tickets Info and Website: https://www.viaomaha.org/  Ticket Link:  Eventbrite link. Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/VIAOmaha/  This production will be performed at the Bancroft Street Market, 2702 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108.   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!    

The 2024 Spring Platte River Art Show at Mahoney State Park is "The Most Prestigious Art Show on the River!"  You’ll find this seasonal event at the Peter Kiewitt Lodge in the upper level, May 4th and 5th.  It's free to attend and you will find regional artists with many different kinds of art mediums.  Enjoy the day out at the state park as well. We chat briefly with Nia Karmann, Owner and Photographer of Nye Street Studios who is also hosting this event.   Hours:  May 4th from 10am to 7pm, and May 5th from 9am to 4pm.  You will need a state park pass, but if you don't want to spring for a full year, day passes are $7, but the event is free!   PLATTE RIVER ART SHOW CONTACT INFO Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1120061395838844?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D Website: https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/platte-river-art-show-at-e-t-mahoney-state-park-5/2024-05-04/   ***** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!    

Today our episode is with an Omaha theatre legendary favorite, the talented Dick Mueller.  This is one of those podcasts you simply won't want to miss if you love theatre in Nebraska.  The Firehouse Dinner Theatre, founded and produced by Dick Mueller was a Old Market staple.  Mr. Mueller opened the Firehouse Dinner Theatre May 12th 1972.  Back in its day, the Firehouse was one of the best of equity theatre in Omaha.  And to recall of the great times there, Dick Mueller has published a book, written by himself and 25 others who worked at the Firehouse.  All of them share about their most memorable moments. Mr. Mueller's book is called “The Firehouse Memoir:  For an Entreprener in the Arts, From Nightclubs to Theatre, ’Twas All Showbiz to Me."  And to celebrate there will be a Book Launch Party at the old Firehouse building, now the Upstream Brewery on Sunday, April 21st from 2PM - 5PM.  Stop on in to what is sure to be a festive reunion at the book launch, get a signed copy and see so many of the people who made the Firehouse so successful!   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Is an egg is as close to Jesus as a person can get?  We had a "sunny-side-up of a time" with Director Kaitlyn Rudeen, and Actors Julie Fitzgerald Ryan and Sarah Dighans while talking about their upcoming production:  5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche, which opens April 5th at SNAP! Productions Omaha at Ghost Light Theatre in Bellevue. This is a zany comedy you won't want to miss with a spontaneous and whacky fourth wall.  An all female Cast, Director and Crew tell the story of five women living in 1956 who belong to the Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein and are having their annual quiche breakfast (yes, it's that time of year again!) when their small town is threatened by Communists.  What could go wrong with this perfectly hatched plot?  This is an interactive production that will whip up and bake the crowd into a perfectly flaky crust of antics for 90 minutes of non-stop comedy.  5 Lesbians Eating a Quiche was the winner of the 2012 NYC International Fringe Festival for best overall production and written by Evan Linder and Andrew Hobgood. ***** Performances will be April 5-7, 12 - 15, 19 - 21. Industry Night is Monday, April 15th. The Brunch event and production will be April 14th from Noon to 2PM. **** Find all about this production here! Cast:  Sarah Dighans, Julie Fitzgerald Ryan, Therese Rennels, Tatiana Sandoval, Anna Dragon, with Kaitlyn Rudeen Directing. **** CONTACT INFO for SNAP! Productions: Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com/ **** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

The Theatre Arts Guild Omaha (TAG) has been around for over 50 years, but through a series of events, including the pandemic, TAG is in jeopardy of dissolving.  We talk with Dylan Peck, current President of TAG, and discuss what might happen to the organization going forward.  Dylan has been keeping the organization going in hopes it will be able to continue and grow and offer more scholarships for theatre Creatives. To join TAG, just $1 will purchase a membership, which can be completed on their website.  Some TAG Night Out events (suggested donation of $5) are still happening, and Dylan hopes to resurrect TAG Meet-ups and other events for members. Find all about it here and how you can join the TAG Board, or join as member to support Creatives in Omaha! THEATRE ARTS GUILD OMAHA Website: https://theatreartsguild.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TAGOmaha Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tagomaha/ ***** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: *Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. *We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. *You may also find us by just asking Alexa. *Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. *Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. *Please find us and Subscribe!

Join us for a lovely conversation with Quinn Corbin, Manager of the Great Plains Theatre Commons.  GPTC has been known for many years for their annual Conference and Playwrighting Festival, but did you know they also have Season Productions?   Quinn tells us about all of their programs, and how GPTC supports local and national playwrights and shares about their unique theatre model that provides free admission to their performances. Open Conference Auditions for the PlayLab are still open virtually until Friday, March 22nd at 11:59pm Central! These are paid roles.   More of a Heart, a play developed as a PlayLab during the 2023 GPTC New Play Conference will be performed April 17th at BLUEBARN Theatre.  The New Play Conference will be held May 26-June 1st at MCC's Fort Omaha Campus at Yates Illuminates at 3260 Davenport.  The full production during the conference will be May 29th. Find about all of these fantastic opportunities and more during our discussion with Quinn during this podcast! GREAT PLAINS THEATRE COMMONS CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website:  https://www.gptcplays.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/GreatPlainsTheatreConference/photos/?ref=page_internal Twitter:  https://twitter.com/gptcnebraska  Office:  2707 North 48th Street, Omaha, NE 68104 email:  [email protected] ****** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: *Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. *We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. *You may also find us by just asking Alexa. *Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. *Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. *Please find us and Subscribe!    

What a pleasure to talk to Don Keelan-White and BevVan Phillips, who are in the dramatic and memorable production On Golden Pond at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE (Pottawattamie Arts Culture & Entertainment) at the Hoff Fmily Arts and Culture Center in Council Bluffs.   These two lovely Creatives have such a great perspective of their roles in this meaningful play.  Find out how they came to these roles and how they have been able to develop them!   BevVan is a promising newcomer to the stage, and Don is a seasoned veteran whom you have seen for the last 12 years in Christmas Carol at OCP, mostly as Jacob Marley.  However, Don spent a lot of time at the Yorkshire Playhouse in York, NE. On Golden Pond opens March 14-17 and 21-24th, and be sure to check with the Theatre Arts Guild Omaha Facebook Page and PACE's Facebook page for TAG night out this week on March 13th.  A $5 donation goes to TAG Omaha. CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE: Tickets and Website: https://www.paceartsiowa.org/theater/chanticleer-community-theater  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa  Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

The Omaha Fringe Festival is gearing up for 2024, and to kick it off, they had an in-person lottery draw of 20 Artists plus 6 Alternate Artists on Saturday, March 3rd.  We joined them prior to the lottery, and were able to talk separately with Nic Jansen, President of the Board, and Lara Marsh, former Board Member and current Artistic Director.  Fringe will be held August 8th through 11th, and their button art contest is open now until April 1st so there's still time to submit your Art!  You can get involved, volunteer and see 20 innovative Artists at the 2024 Omaha Fringe Fest! #omahafringe2024 OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL CONTACT INFO: Button Contest Info Volunteer Form Tickets and Website Button Contest Entry Form Facebook: @omahafringefest Instagram X / Twitter   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Friends, Romans, Party People!  What a perfectly delightful conversation with the talented Jay Hayden, Actor and Co-Conspirator of Old School Shakespeare Omaha's production of "Julius Caesar." OSSO productions consist of serious actors, no director and one rehearsal.  One!  OSSO brings Shakespeare to life in a new time for us to enjoy.  Jay gives us all of the details of this fun, and a little zany, production!  Look for OSSO's troupe of serious and joyful Actors at a venue near you:  February 29th at Benson Theatre in Benson March 2nd at the Lucky Bucket Brewing in LaVista March 14th at Site-1 Brewing, Omaha March 17th at Zen Coffee Co - West Location, Omaha All ages are welcome for all performances.  Performances are free with a suggested donation of $20.     CONTACT INFO FOR OLD SCHOOL SHAKESPEARE OMAHA Facebook:  OSSO Shakespeare Omaha  Instagram: OSSO Old School Shakespeare Omaha on Instagram   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

What happens in an old movie house with a 35 mm projector with three misfit employees?  You'll find out in The Flick by Annie Baker.  This play has a small cast of four UNL Theatre Students:  Mekhi Mitchell plays Avery, Luke Stursma plays Sam, Sofia Drelizharz plays Rose, and Jackson Wells plays Skylar/The Dreaming Man.  Today, we speak with Mekhi, and their Director, and Associate Professor of Theatre at UNL, Jamie Bullins.  Find out about this fun movie, it's relationship to the film "Pulp Fiction" and how these three employees who seemingly have nothing in common, find connection with each other.   Mekhi Mitchell is a Senior at UNL Johnny Carson School of Theatre.   Jamie Bullins is an Associate Professor of Theatre with a concentration in Costume Design for the Johnny School of Theatre and Film.  He came to Nebraska in 2017 after 17 years at Kennesaw State University.  He has an MFA in theatrical design and scenography from the University of North Carolina Greensboro.  He has been teaching for 25 years.  You will also see Jamie directing at other Lincoln area theatres.  He leads the Angels Theatre Company Playwrighting Collective, which if you see our other podcast with Jamie, you will hear all about their playwriting program.  He was a design consultant in the book "How Theatre Designers Make Connections Between Scripts and Images" by Rosemary Ingham.   The Flick opens February 29th and runs through March 6th, 2024 at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre!   NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO: For Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/ Box Office phone number 402-472-2567. 301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

OmniArts Nebraska is gearing up to open their first production of the year, and their 12th season in 2024.  This production isn't holding anything back and we spoke to two of the talented individuals involved in this play: Christian Novotny, Director - and Reed Westerhoff, who plays the main character, John. This play, though visually simplistic in design and execution, is complex in story.  John finds himself torn between his steady relationship with his boyfriend, and suddenly finds himself in love with a woman. There are only four actors performing in this play, along with Reed Westerhoff, the other actors are Stephen Buhler, Anthony Delaney, and Francoise Traxler.  Costume design is by Sandra Zulkoski, Amelia Roth is stage manager, and technical direction is by Dustin Witte. We had a lovely conversation with Christian and Reed about this play at The Mill at Innovation Campus, so join us in this podcast to learn more about them and this dramatic play.  COCK won a Laurence Olivier Award in 2010 for an Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre. COCK opens February 22nd and runs through the 25th at the Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.  It does contain adult themes and sexually explicit dialogue. OmniArts Nebraska CONTACT INFO: Tickets: Available at the Lied Center for Performing Arts:  www.liedcenter.or or call 402-472-4747. Website: https://www.omniartsnebraska.org/   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We spoke with Moira Mangiameli, Director of "Boy" at Snap Productions at the Ghost Light Theatre, and Actor Jey Nelson, who plays Samantha and Adam as the lead role in Boy, which is opening February 2nd.  Moiria and Jey talk to us about this complex play written by Anna Zeigler.  The play is based on a true story of a person who was born male and due to a tragic accident during his circumcision, was raised female.  The well-intentioned plan came from the doctor, who believed gender was based on how a person is nurtured, rather than on purely nature. As the main character grows up, unaware of all of the facts about their past, they battle emotionally with their feelings about themselves and try to reconcile with the information they have been told. Performance dates for “Boy” are February 2nd through the 4th, 9th through the 12th, (the 12th is a Monday performance for the convenience of people in the industry), and 16th through the 18th.  Snap! is holding valuable talkbacks after the February 2nd and 9th performances. The ASL performance will be February 9th.   CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com/   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Don't shoot your eye out, or lick an icy pole, or get in a fight with the Bumpuses!  Instead, come to see A Christmas Story, The Musical at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE in the Hoff Family Arts Center.  We talked with Lara Marsh, Director of this festive and nostalgic production and she gives us some great insight on how it's come together!   "A Christmas Story, The Musical" opens December 7th and continues it’s performances on December 8th, 9th, 10th, 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th.  For Tickets: https://paceartsiowa.org.   CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa  Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@platteriverbardpodcast. Please find us and Subscribe!   We Wish You A Merry Christmas, credited to: https://pixabay.com/users/playsound-24686998/

Find out all about the upcoming "Holiday Lites:  Winter's Wonderful Gifts", which is another creative collaboration between Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company and Benson Theatre!  Playwright Actor, and Director, Murphy Scott Wulfgar puts some new touches in this holiday play from last year. Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director at the Benson Theatre, and Playwright, also flexes her Actor and musical muscle in this production.  Holiday Lights tells stories which range all the way from poetry, to comedy and touching tales, to music which celebrate the holiday in other cultures, legends, and belief systems.  This production promises to warm your heart and lift your spirits this holiday season!   The stories include:  Poetry and music about "A Visit From St. Nicholas," Krampus Returns in "God Jule, Shalom";  A bittersweet story about a loved one's decline in "Old Sy Lange";  Poetry about Ol' St. Nick in "The Nights of Midwinter";  Beloved Christmas characters from our childhood in "A Very Merry, Happy....Whatever..." ; and lastly, music and a reimaged tale of Ebenezah Scrooge in "These Old Haunts." This is not your regular holiday show and a unique production you won't want to miss.  Find out all about it here!  For Tickets:  https://bensontheatre.org/event/holiday-lites-2023/  or www.bsbtheatre.com/lights23atre.com    CONTACT INFO FOR BENSON THEATRE: Website: https://bensontheatre.org/  6054 Maple Street · Omaha, NE 68104 402.991.4333   CONTACT INFO FOR BRIGIT SAINT BRIGIT THEATRE CO.: Website:  https://www.bsbtheatre.com/  HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. To buy us a cup of coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/platteriverbard. Please find us and Subscribe!   Credit to https://pixabay.com/users/music_for_videos-26992513/            

We talk with Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director, and Beaufield Berry, Marketing Manager at Benson Theatre about their fun events coming up this week! On November 10th, Benson celebrates the "42nd Asbury Short Film Concert."  This is New York City’s longest running short film exhibition & touring show and you will be treated to a line-up of the best short films in comedy, drama and animation. And on November 11th, commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Benson Theatre Building at their Inaugural Benefit, "The Benalto Ball".  Wear your sharpest party outfit and enjoy the music of local talent, The Novak and Haar Jazz Trio, and the versatile voice of Camille Metoyer Moten.    Join in the fun of short films one night and the next, enjoy incredible performances and food while supporting Benson Theatre.  Find all about these events here! BENSON THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets and Website: https://bensontheatre.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BensonTheatre  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensontheatre/  X:  https://twitter.com/BensonTheatre  6054 Maple Street, Omaha, NE  ***** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. To buy us a cup of coffee:  https://ko-fi.com/platteriverbard. Please find us and Subscribe!  

It's the beginning of our 5th Season here at the Platte River Bard, and today we talk with Voices in Alliance about their upcoming production, "The Inheritance Part 1", which opens November 3rd and runs through Nov 12th. Voices In Alliance is a theatre company in Omaha which began in 2022. We talk with their Producing Artistic Director, Randall T. Stevens and one of the Actors in "The Inheritance Part 1", Travis Manley. Both of these Creatives are engaging and passionate about telling the stories. VIA Omaha's seeks to find a space in which the LGBTQ+ Community can connect through inspiring, inclusive, diverse, provocative, and complex stories that explore both the ordinary and extraordinary of the queer experience. Find all about it here!   VOICES IN ALLIANCE (VIA Omaha) CONTACT INFO: Tickets Info and Website: https://www.viaomaha.org/  Ticket Link:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-inheritance-part-1-by-matthew-lopez-tickets-706315979107?aff=oddtdtcreator.  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/VIAOmaha/  This production will be performed at the Bancroft Street Market, 2702 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108.   CONTACT INFO:  HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!  

Today we feature the Platte River Art Show being held in Ashland at the Mahoney State Park this weekend, October 13-15th.  We had the opportunity to talk to their Event Producer and Photographer, Nia Karmann, to tell us everything that will be happening at Mahoney State Park.  Admission is free so come out and enjoy celebrating the visual arts this weekend! PLATTE RIVER ART SHOW CONTACT INFO Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083554623192 Website: https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/platte-river-art-show-at-e-t-mahoney-state-park-4/2023-04-28/   ***** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Exciting things are happening in the new Snap! Production space at 2221 Thurston Circle in Bellevue, Nebraska!   On October 6th, Snap! Productions will premiere "American Idiot" for the first time in the Omaha area.  This will be a large talented cast to bring you all of the great music by Green Day and many stories throughout.  We visited the new space while they are still under construction, and it's coming together!  And while we were there we were able to talk with three members of the "American Idiot" cast:   Sara Scheides, Carly Frolio, and Xavier Carr.  Check out this exciting production happening at SNAP!    SNAP! Productions:  Tickets and Website:  https://snapproductions.com  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/snapproductionsomaha  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snapproductions/  2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska 402-341-2757   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

SNAP! Productions has unveiled their new season! After overcoming some obstacles in recent years they are also on the cusp of unveiling their new space!  We find out about the amazing work they are doing for theatre, talk about their upcoming season shows, and discuss their meaningful mission statement.  You won't want to miss everything being planned!     SNAP! Productions:  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/snapproductionsomaha  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snapproductions/    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We had an enjoyable conversation with Rafael Untalan, Director of the upcoming production "Sense and Sensibility" which opens September 28th through October 7th at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre in Lincoln.  Mr. Untalan is an Assistant Professor at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, as well as an Actor with acting and directing credits to his name all over the country.  This production will be the adaptation from Kate Hamill of the original Jane Austen classic.  It promises a lovely story of strong women of the time, packed full of costumes and a creative set design for many different locations of the scenes.  Mr. Untalan talks about about some of the challenges of this production as well as some of the attributes that will make you want to get your tickets now and go! NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/ Box Office phone number 402-472-2567. 301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe! And if you like our content and would like to buy us a cup of coffee, you can by going to http://ko-fi.com/platteriverbard.

We were so honored to talk with Hank Stratton, the new Executive Director of the Nebraska Rep and the Director of UNL's Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film.  We had a fun discussion about their new season, which is packed with a variety of productions!  And it wasn't just their season, we had the opportunity to get to learn more about Mr. Stratton's acting, directing and education experience.  He has been on TV, film, commercials, Broadway, and regional theatres all around the country.  Nebraska is privileged to have Mr. Stratton at the helm of one of the state's most robust and recognized theatre programs! There's so much more, so be sure to make the time to listen!    NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/ Box Office phone number 402-472-2567. 301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe! And if you like our content and would like to buy us a cup of coffee, you can by going to http://ko-fi.com/platteriverbard.

We were honored to talk with Kevin Doncaster, Founder of Warhawk PTSD Service Dogs, and also Jimmy Weber.  Both of these men are veterans of our military and have served overseas.  Along with two other musicians, Jimmy Weber will be performing at the Benson Theatre on September 21st at 7PM.  The event is called "Chords for Canines" and the event will support the important work of Warhawks.  This will be an incredible and important opportunity for everyone to learn about the work of Warhawk, and how Kevin's organization is saving veterans lives, and the lives of children of our service members.  Please consider listening to what Kevin has to say.  If you can't make the event, you can donate online directly at warhawkptsdservicedogs.org.    CONTACT INFORMATION FOR WARHAWK PTSD SERVICE DOGS: Website: https://www.warhawkptsdservicedogs.org/    CONTACT FOR CHORDS FOR CANINES AT BENSON THEATRE: Tickets: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36337/production/1159251?performanceId=11333097  Website Information: https://bensontheatre.org/event/chords-for-canines/    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   If you like our content and would like to buy us a cup of coffee, you can do so here:  http://ko-fi.com/platteriverbard. 

We talk with Director, Todd Uhrmacher and Actor, Riley Pope about their production of The Prom!  This is a newer Broadway play, based on a real story and it is full of high energy, music, and dancing!  It is also the Nebraska Premiere of this play, so what a great chance to get to go see it!  Learn more about it here with our fun conversation with Riley and Todd!  You have just two more weeks of chances to see it!   The play runs September 15th to October 1st, 2023! BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Tickets & Website: http://theblt.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuelittletheatre/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellevuelittletheatre/  203 Mission Avenue, Bellevue, Nebraska  402.291.1554   HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We spoke with the Director and a few of the large cast of Oliver, Jr. at Chanticleer Community Theater at the Hoff Center at PACE!  Director Denise Putnam, Actors Lilly Ozello, Dean Patrick Pope and Moyer McDermott tell us about their experience, and even some great advice, in this exciting production!  We love to talk with the younger folks who are brimming with excitement in a production they are very proud of - as they should be!  It opens September 14th and runs until the 24th - so don't miss seeing this fun show! CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE: Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa  Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA For Tickets:  go to PACE (Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment):  https://www.paceartsiowa.org    HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Angels Theatre Company just announced their 2023-2024 Season and we had the honor of talking with Timothy Scholl, Executive Director!   Angels offers a wide array of programming for new works.  They have their full-length season productions, which are newer plays written by local playwrights.  The Solo Tales and Ales program allows the Playwriting Collective to write monologues, which are then performed by actors as a cold read.  In addition, their Playwriting Collective gives workshop support to local playwrights wanting to enrich their work and prepare it for performance. And lastly, they have their Salon Reading Series, which are new works that can include those plays who have been developed in the Playwriting Workshop, and then are performed as staged readings. So for Angels, it's not just a handful of plays for the season, it's many plays in many formats.  So if you love new works, or if you are a playwright looking for development,  Angels has something for everyone.  Check out all the exciting things in store for next season! ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY: Website:  https://angelscompany.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelstheatrecompany/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelstheatreco_lincoln/  Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/angelstheatreco You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelstheatrecompany/  HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

We are happy once again to get the scoop on the upcoming Omaha Fringe Festival 2023 which will be held August 10-13th, 2023! We talked with Tamar Neumann, Executive Director and Jason Levering, Artistic Director of the Omaha Fringe Festival.   Be sure to check out the Fringe participants appearance at the August 5th Omaha Farmer's Market, and also on August 7th, the Omaha Fringe Festival Preview Party!  At the Preview Party, you'll get to see the first 2 minutes of each of the performances at Fringe! The Festival will be held at three places this year:  UNO Theatre, Benson Theatre and Blackstone Theater, home of Big Canvas Comedy. Don't miss the Omaha Fringe Fest!  Tickets are available now at: https://omahafringe.square.site/product/all-fringe-pass/142  They also need volunteers! OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL CONTACT INFO: Website: https://omahafringe.square.site/ To Donate and Support:  https://checkout.square.site/buy/WYCOWEZP5POWMYDMCLU2UOHW Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/omahafringefest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/ Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/ #FirstOmahaFringe ****** Find The Platte River Bard on social media: Website:  www.platteriverbard.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/theplatteriverbard  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/platteriverbard/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/platteriverbard

Brownville Village Theatre in Brownville, Nebraska is abuzz again, and they are bringing us 5 fabulous shows this summer!  Not only are they having their 56th season, they will also have a special lawn party on July 7th for the World Premiere of Death at Downton.  You can dress up in your favorite 1920's garb, and meet the writer of Death and Downton, Randall David Cook!   So don't miss the Premiere Party! We talked to Co-Artistic Directors, Mitch Bean and Rachel Curtiss, as well as two of their company members, Lizzy Pegler and Bella Walker.  They discuss all 5 of the shows this summer:  The Hello Girls, Deliver Us From Mama, It Came From Mars, The Fox and the Fairway, and last but not least:  Death at Downton, An Aristocratic Upstairs-Downstairs Murder-Mystery Parody, Because Longer Titles Are A Certain Indicator of High Quality and Refined Taste written by Randall David Cook.   Lizzy Pegler:  This season, Lizzy is the theatre’s associate technical director and is costume designing The Hello Girls, It Came From Mars, and Death at Downton! Bella Walker:  Bella is the costume supervisor & costume designer for The Fox on the Fairway, as well as the intimacy coordinator for all five of our shows! She can be seen onstage as Norleen Sprunt in Deliver Us From Mama!, Dolores Breckinridge in It Came From Mars, and Violetta Squally/Mrs. Paditmore in Death at Downton!. Rachel Curtiss, co - Artistic Director:  Rachel is directing The Hello Girls & Death at Downton!, and can be seen onstage as Julia Crane in It Came From Mars. Mitch Bean co-Artistic Director:  Mitch is directing It Came From Mars & The Fox on the Fairway, set designing Death at Downton! & The Fox on the Fairway, and will be appearing onstage as Lt. Ernest Wessen and Others in The Hello Girls & Walker Sprunt in Deliver Us From Mama!   BROWNVILLE VILLAGE THEATRE CONTACT INFO: Website: http://www.brownvillevillagetheatre.com/home.html  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BVT1967/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvt1967  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownvillevillagetheatre/  Brownville Village Theatre, 222 Water Street, Brownville, NE 402.825.4121      *** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!

Join us for a very fun and totally off-the-rails conversation with one of our favorite Creatives! Jamie Bullins, who is a master of all theatre related trades, heads up the Angels Theatre Company's Playwriting Collective and is gearing up for their 8th Annual First Flight Festival.  The First Flight Festival will feature 12 locally written plays, monologues and even a musical which have been through a creative development process with Angels Theatre Co. Don't miss Auditions for First Flight, which are coming up soon:  May 19th (6:30pm-9pm)  and 20th (10am-4pm) at the Unitarian Church of Lincoln (6300 A Street) to be a part of these many works!  The First Flight Play Festival will be held at the UNL Studio Theatre on the 2nd floor of the Temple Building at 12th and R Street on July 13th-16th and July 20th-23rd.  I also just want to say that if you haven't heard Chris (or Sheri) laugh hysterically before, you will hear it on this podcast!  Jamie Bullins has an MFA in theatrical design and scenography from the University of North Carolina/Greensboro and came to Nebraska from Kennesaw State University where was an Associate Professor for 17 years.  He has also held positions at Auburn University and the University of Florida.  He currently serves as an Associate Professor of Costume Design at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. He has a plethora of Director credits, and just this year has Directed plays at Lincoln Community Playhouse, Doane State College as well as Costume Design for Wesleyan University and Scene Design at Angels. Jamie also works with the students at UNL for Theatrix, a student-run theatre. He is also a frequent writer - along with Chris and Sheri - for Appearing Locally. For Ticket Information:  https://angelscompany.org/  Or call the box office at 402-472-4747. ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY: Website:  https://angelscompany.org/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelstheatrecompany/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelstheatreco_lincoln/  Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/angelstheatreco  *** HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST: Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!