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Andrew Cortes and Hope Bird
Two theater lovers come together to discuss the plot, design elements, and lasting impacts of the shows they've seen. Each episode includes a synopsis of the show as well as a detailed discussion. In addition, the hosts discuss their own personal interactions with the shows and people involved. So join us on this exciting journey down the Great White Way!
Whisper in the Wings Episode 32
We have talked to a lot of theatre artists here on Whisper in the Wings, and until now these conversations have centered around a show that they either are currently doing or have recently done. Well on this new episode of Whisper in the Wings, we sat down with actor Jake Malavsky to not only talk briefly about his recent project, but mainly to talk about what the scene has been like for a working actor since theatre has returned. We spoke about everything from auditions, to rehearsals, and of course his own personal experience in the theatre. So don't miss this exciting and fun conversation!And while you are at it, be sure to follow Jake and stay up to date on all his latest projects and performances including an upcoming show:That Just Happened Sketch ComedyOne Night Only, October 8, 2022 @ 9:30pmAt the Players Theatre NYCIG: @jake.malavskywww.jakemalavsky.com
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 31
Gotham City needs a hero, and we have the story behind New York's most famous comic book superhero! On the latest episode of Whisper in the Wings, we sit down with director, playwright, and producer Lenny Schwartz, to talk about his latest show Bill Finger: Rise of the Bat. We also spoke about his long and storied career in the theatre! Don't miss this action packed interview!Bill Finger: Rise of the BatPlaying October 3rd-5th @ 8pm at the Chain TheatreTickets and more info available at eventbrite.comAlso be sure to follow Lenny Schwartz on all social media platforms to stay up to date with his many, many upcoming projects!
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 30
On the latest episode of Whisper in the Wings, we sat down with playwright Diane Davis to discuss her powerful, timely, and needed new work Complicity which is playing this fall at the New Ohio Theatre. We talked about the important story line and message of the show, as well as Diane's love and experience in the theatre! Do not miss this fabulous show!Complicity@ The New Ohio TheatreSeptember 30th-October 15thTickets and more information can be found at:edentheater.org or at newohiotheatre.orgAnd feel free to reach out to Diane by visiting edentheater.org and sending them a message or a much needed and appreciated donation!
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 29
Would you like to hear about an exciting interpretation of a classic Shakespeare work? Then join us for this lively conversation with co-directors Raquel Chavez and Beth Ann Hopkins, who's latest production from Smith Street Stage is Measure for Measure! We are really excited about sharing this new work with all of you, so enjoy!Smith Street Theatre Presents Measure for MeasureSeptember 28th- October 15th@ Mark O'Donnell Theatre at The Entertainment Community Fund Arts Ceter160 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn, NYTickets and more info available at:eventbrite.com or smithstreetstage.orgAlso before to follow the company and directors on social media!IG@smithstreetstageRaquel Chavez @raq_chavezBeth Ann Hopkins @balouwho (as well as bethannhopkins.com)
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 28
Looking to see how small the theatre world is? Then this episode of Whisper in the Wings will do it for you! This time, we talk about the upcoming concert, The Fountain of You directed by recent guest Chloe Treat. On our panel this time we have the book and lyricist Tasha Gordon-Solmon (also a recent guest), composer Faye Chiao, and leading lady Jenni Barber. This was an absolute blast of an interview, and we definitely think you won't want to miss it! The Fountain of YouOne Night only, September 26thAt The Green Room 42Tickets and more info can be found at thegreenroom42.venuetix.comYou can also follow them on facebook and Instagram at fountainofyoumusicalAnd be sure to follow our guests as wellFaye Chiao (IG @FayeChiao)Tasha Gordon-Solmon (tashatashatasha.com)Jenni Barber (jennibarber.com)
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 27
This latest episode of Whisper in the Wings is jammed packed as we sat down with members of the Sledgehammer Series. We chatted with playwrights Jorge Ignacio Cortinas and Christina Anderson as well as founders Sheila Callaghan and Sarah Ruhl about the Sledgehammer Series as well as their own experiences in the theatre! We are very excited about this event, and look forward to supporting it! Hope to see you there!Sledgehammer SeriesSunday, September 25th2-4pm@ Drama Book Shop 266 W 39th StMore information about this event and future ones attripwireharlot.com
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 26
On this new and exciting episode, we talk about and explore a new fascinating form of theatre, Prison Theatre, thanks to do amazing advocates, Robby Hensen and Robbie Pollock. They are bringing their show "Sentenced to a Life Without Music" to the Wild Project. Tune in and hear about the inspiring and exciting stories behind these two men and their show!Sentenced to a Life Without MusicA Collaboration between Voices Inside, Nylon Fusion Theatre Company, and Pen AmericaPlaying at the Wild ProjectWed-Sunday, September 21-25 @8pm (3pm on Sunday)Tickets and more information available at thewildproject.orgAlso be sure to reach out and get more information about our guests via below:Robby Hensen (Program Director of Voices Inside) @ voicesinside.orgRobbie Pollock (Program Manager for Prison and Justice Writing with PEN America) @ pen.org/prison-writing
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 25
As we head into the fall season here in the Big Apple, we start of our series by chatting with playwright, director, and activist Elson Bankoff about her new work If the Bells Would Ring. Join us for this topical and passionate discussion!If the Bells Would RingPlaying at The TankSeptember 16th @ 9:30pm and September 17th @ 12pm and 9:30pmTickets are $5-$10For tickets and more information visit ifthebellswouldring.comAlso follow the show on Instagram @ifthebellswouldringAnd follow Elson @elsonbankoff
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 24
We are going to continue with our trend of different forms of theatre, as we sit down with director Chloe Treat to talk about her shows/operas, Holy Ground and Taking up Serpents, as well as her experience in both the musical theatre world and the opera world, and how the two have mixed. This was a fantastic conversation, and one not to miss!Chloe Treat is directing Fountain of You at Green Room 42 on September 26thFor more information, please visit www.chloetreat.com
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 23
Wanting to shake things up? We've got just the thing for you! On this new episode, we sit down with actor/producer/director David Gow to talk about his new youtube web series, The Lip Sync Fables! Now this may sound like it doesn't fall under the realm of Stage Whisper, but tune in and you'll hear just how close to home this actually falls!The Lip Sync FablesSeason 1 now on YouTubeFollow David on Instagram @davidgow
36:2405/09/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 94
As we wind down the Summer Theatre Season here in New York, we bring you two blockbuster shows! The Nosebleed and Titanique!
10:2203/09/2022
Whisper in the Wings Episode 22
Looking for a gripping and thrilling show? Then this is the interview you want to tune in to! We sat down with Karen Alvarado and J.M. Meyer whoa re the Co-Directors of Thinkery & Verse's production Thou Shalt Not. We discussed this gripping and mysterious story as well as their fascinating experience in the theatre!Thou Shalt NotSeptember 5th- October 8th (Th-Su @ 7:30pm)Assembly Hall at the Church of Saint John the Evangelist (189 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ)Tickets and more info atwww.thinkeryandverse.orgFollow them on social media at:@thinkery_verse (twitter and IG)@thinkeryandverse (FB)
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 21
This is an episode you don't want to miss! We sat down with some of the creative team behind Chain Theatre Company's MacBitches:Kirk Gostkowski (Artistic Director)Christina Perry (Producer)G.D. Kimble (Dramaturg)We chatted about the show itself, the journey it's taken to get here, and about this amazing team's own experience in the theatre.So don't miss this episode, or this show! Tickets are going fast!MacBitchesAt the Chain Theatre 312 W 36th StNow thru September 10thFor tickets and more information visit:chaintheatre.orgAnd be sure to follow them on social media @chaintheatrenyc
45:1131/08/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 93
Hey there! Looking for two Off-Broadway Shows with two fantastic stories? Then you are in the right place. On this episode of the Broadway Bulletin, we talk about Between the Lines and What the Rain Forgives.
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 20
Please join us for an amazing conversation with Liam Lonegan who is the Artistic Director of the Egg and Spoon Theatre Collective. We chat about their latest show, Randy's Dandy Coaster Castle, developing new works, and his huge passion for the theatre!And don't miss their amazing show (which we had the joy of seeing)!Randy's Dandy Coaster CastlePlaying August 23rd- September 2ndA.R.T. New York Theatres 502 W 53rd StFor tickets and more information please visitwww.eggandspoontheatre.org/randys Also be sure to follow them on social media @eggandspoontheatre
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 92
We're not done with the Summer Theatre Season yet, and we are continuing our coverage of it with this jam packed episode! On this episode we cover Heart and the Magnificent Seven.
09:1827/08/2022
Newsies
Join us as we Seize the Day and become the King of New York in this week's latest episode. This week we talk about the headline making musical, Newsies!
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 19
Join us as we sit down with composer and lyricist Seth Bisen-Hersh. We talked about his latest show, Love Quirks, his passion for the theatre, and the many other projects he has going on. This was an exciting conversation and one you won't want to miss!Love QuirksPlaying through September 2nd (Thursday-Sunday)AMT Theatre (354 W 45th St)Live stream Saturday 8/27 @ 8pm and Sunday 8/28 @ 3pm (All times EST)For more tickets and more information visitlovequirks.com or follow them on all social media @lovequirksAnd for more information about Seth please visit:sethbh.com or follow him on all social media @sethbh.com
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 91
Welcome back! Interested in two fantastic dramas? Then you have come to the right place! On today's show we visit two Off-Broadway theatres to see Epiphany and Chains.
10:5923/08/2022
Whisper in the Wings Episode 18
This is a very exciting episode! We sit down with the playwright and director of the new play, Don't Do This To Us, Stephanie Swirsky (playwright) and Tasha Gordon-Solmon (director). It was so great talking about their amazing show, the development of it, and their personal experience in the theatre!Don't Do This To UsAugust 12-28thAt the TankFor tickets and more information visit the thetanknyc.orgYou can also find more information about the director and playwright by following them on Instagram!
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 90
We have a real intense episode for you on this week's Broadway Bulletin. We delve into two incredible Off-Broadway Shows, Soft and Hooded!
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The Trip to Bountiful
Join us on this week's episode about the heartbreaking story of an older woman just wanting to see her hometown one last time; no matter what state it's in. All aboard the bus to Bountiful!
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 89
On this exciting new episode, we explore two Off-Broadway Shows: What I First Desire and Corsicana!
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 17
On this exciting episode of Whisper in the Wings we chat with the three artists behind the new musical The Inconvenient Miracle; Emily Claire Schmitt (Book Writer/Originator), Emily Rose Simons (Composer/Lyricist), and Ria T. DiLullo (Director/Producer/Writer). The Inconvenient Miracle Playing August 12-27th, (Thursdays-Saturdays @7pm)Episcopal Actors GuildTickets and more information available at:inconvenientmiracle.comskeletonre.orgAlso, follow the artists and their company:@skeletonrep (IG)skeletonrep.orgemilyclaireschmitt.comsongsofemilyrose.com
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 88
This is an episode full of two amazing shows! Queen and Lessons in Survival: 1971!
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 16
Join us on this incredible exciting episode, as we sat down with actress and playwright Jade Anouka, as we talk about her latest show, Heart. We also speak about the inspiration behind her show, her previous works, and her love of theatre! This is was a fun show to put together!Heart playing through August 14, 2022at the Audible Theatre at the Minetta Lane Theatrefor tickets and information visit hearthteplay.comFor more information or to contact Jade Anouka find her on Instagram or Twitter at @jadeanouka
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The Assembled Parties
On this week's new episode, we peak in on an Upper West Side family in both the 1980s and the 2000s to see how time and life, have changed them. Join us for Richard Greenberg's The Assembled Parties.
27:2611/08/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 87
So glad you made it in for today's episode as we discuss two very well written and performed shows: Bodies, They Ritual and What the End Will Be
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 15
Join us once again as we cross the ocean and sit down with poet, playwright and director Harry Speirs, as we discuss his new work, Wistful, which is premiering at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.WistfulPlaying at the Space at Niddry St (Just off the Royal Mile)August 5th-20th, 2022 (Dark 10th, and 16th)For more information please follow and contact them via:Instagram @the_wistful_comanyTwitter @companywistful
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 86
Looking for something new and even quirky? Than we have the perfect thing for you on this episode! We invite you to hear about two great shows: Don't Look Back and Buggy Baby!
09:1306/08/2022
Motown: The Musical
Join us for this week's episode as we delve into the story of the music that moved a nation. Of course, we could only be talking about Motown: The Musical!
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The Nance
Hi! Simply, Hi! Won't you join us for a trip down memory lane, to the height of burlesque theatres, and the poignant tale of the stock character: The Nance.
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Macbeth (Alan Cumming)
"Double, Double, Toil and Trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble." One of the iconic lines from this week's episode which covers an incredible reimagining of this great Shakespeare tragedy! Join us as we discuss the Broadway production of Macbeth starring Alan Cumming.
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 85
This episode is packed full of dramatic shows from the world of off-Broadway. We delve into our visits to Gideon's Knot and Exception to the Rule.
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Whisper in the Wings Episode 14
Join us for an incredible conversation with playwright, director, and actor Aya Ogawa. We chat about her latest work, The Nosebleed, as well as healing through theatre, and more. This is an incredible episode you won't want to miss!The NosebleedCurrently playing through August 31, 2022Lincoln Center Theater's LCT 3Tickets and more information atwww.lct.orgAnd for more information and to follow Aya Ogawa visit her websitewww.ayaogawa.com
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 84
On this exciting episode we delve into two off-broadway shows; Mr. Parker and The Refugees.
08:2930/07/2022
Matilda
Feeling a little bit naughty? Or are you maybe feeling revolting? Either way, you're in the right place, because on this week's episode we are diving into the instant classic, Matilda the Musical!
01:11:1227/07/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 83
On this new episode we return to the theatre for more Summer Action! This time we discuss the new works, Circle Jerk and My Brother's Son.
09:0026/07/2022
Peter and the Starcatcher
Before Peter, Wendy and the gang flew off to the second star to the left and straight on til morning, they first had to discover the land of Neverland, where the magic of pixie dust come from, and face Captain Hook as a young man for the first time, when he was know only as Black Stache. On this week's episode we talk about the magical prequel to Peter Pan as we discuss the play Peter and the Starcatcher!
50:0125/07/2022
Kinky Boots
Interested in learning the Six Steps to Success? Than join us on this week's fabulous new episode as we delve into two and a half feet of irresistible, tubular, sex! Of course we could only be talking about the blockbuster show, Kinky Boots!
01:12:3624/07/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 82
On this special episode of the Broadway Bulletin, we discuss two of the show's that are part of Clubbed Thumb Theatre's Summer Works Series: California and Spindle, Shuttle and Needle.
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 81
Come with us as we visit two unique worlds as we explore East Side Stories Actually and Beetlejuice the Musical!
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 80
On this episode we talk about two new productions: The Karpovsky Variations and Romeo and Bernadette
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 79
Do we have an exciting show for you or what? We have two amazing shows to tell you about on this episode: Fat Ham and Plaza Suite!
18:0412/07/2022
Whisper in the Wings Episode 13
On this exciting new episode, we sit down with Stuart Brown. He is the founder and operator of the radio station, Sounds of Broadway! Join us as we talk about his station, passion for theatre and so much more!You can find more information about Sounds of Broadway by visitingsoundsofbroadway.com or by emailing Stuart at [email protected]
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Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 78
Looking for to hear about a couple of great shows? Then we have you taken care of. On this episode we talk about the shows H*tler's Tasters and The Wedding Band.
18:4809/07/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 77
Join us as we delve into two amazing off-Broadway shows: Golden Shield and The Bedwetter.
19:2905/07/2022
Whisper in the Wings Episode 12
On this exciting episode we sit down with playwright and author Giovanni Diaz, who's latest work, What The Rain Forgives, is making its world premiere at the Players Theatre! We talk about this, as well as his other works, and experiences in the theatre! This is a fabulous and deep episode!What the Rain Forgives plays at the Players Theatre July 7th-24th (Thur-Sun).For tickets and information visit:rainforgives.com or theplayerstheatre.comAnd for Stage Whisper Listeners: use the code RUSH25 to get $25 tickets!
45:2205/07/2022
Broadway Bulletin Mini Episode 76
We have an exciting episode in store for you as we discuss American Buffalo and the Golden Girls Puppet Show!
12:1302/07/2022
Whisper in the Wings Episode 11
We had the amazing opportunity to sit down with playwright, actor and theatre artist Tyler Isaac Martin to discuss his latest work, What I First Desired , the state of the theatre, and so much more in this new episode! We hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did talking with Tyler!His show, What I First Desired is playing at the Soho Playhouse, July 1, 6, 8 & 9th!Buy your tickets now!!! For tickets and more information visit sohoplayhouse.comAlso be sure to visit Tyler's website to keep up with all the amazing projects and new works he is creating! tylerisaacmartin.comYou can also follow him on Instagram (like we already do!!) @tylerisaacmartin
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