Embracing Arlington Arts Talks

Listen to Jeremy Keith Hunter and Ashleigh King as they unveil the deeper subtext of Tambo & Bones, the latest production at Spooky Action Theater!

Courtney LeBlanc, 2024 Arlington County Poet Laureate talks up her love for language, feminism, and all things just. She spotlights the impact of her mentor and mom on her passion for words.  https://courtneyleblanc.com/            

Stefan Sittig, director, choreographer, intimacy and movement coordinator and author spotlights his book Latinidad in Musical Theater .  

Listen to Harriet Pearson share the history of the Shepherdstown Opera House, an arts hub for early vaudville entertainment, Hollywood classics, concerts, and live theater. Learn about Town Run Theater Company as they launch an entertaining theater season. 

Be prepared to be impressed with Jery Huntley as she spotlights OurStoryBridge , a national nonprofit that captures and shares personal narratives that connect communities across America. 

Don't miss an intriguing interview with the creator of Sirenum a lesbian rock opera. The shows cast recording will be available soon. https://ashevilletheatre.org/

You will be delighted with an interview with Jordan Brady Stocksdale and Asia Lige Arnold who are in the very funny production of Elf the Musical at Toby's Dinner Theater. The show has been sold out for weeks but this little gift from Mr. & Mrs. Claus will entertain listeners. 

Listen to a beautifully moving conversation with Susan Rome from Signature Theatre's production of Fiddler on the Roof. Her long career in the theater is a source of inspiration!

Catch an interview with the talented Will Conard and Dani Stoller from Round House's hilarious farce Rules for Living. 

Listen to Eduardo Cervantes Fonseca a Mexican artist whose paintings, graphics, and sculptures are reflections on trauma, sexual violence, and policy brutality You will be moved by his powerful interview.         

Listen to Sabrina Mcallister as she shares the rich history of TAP's 75 years of theater success. Don't miss an opportunity to support their efforts to build an endowment to keep their legacy sustained!

Award winning Mexican poet and novelist Fausto Bonilla talks about the influences in his life that help him explore gender identity, human rights, and activism.  Esta entrevista en espanol explora conceptos de genero en una manera profunda y interesante.

Listen to Nicole Whitney and Steve Cohen from the Washington Balalaika Orchestra Society as they talk about their passion for traditional folk and new music adapted for Russian influenced artistry. 

Theatre Prometheus touts a new collection of scripts from a group of talented playwrights that explore the LGBTQ+ human condition that will leave audiences in awe! https://theatreprometheus.org/

Listen to Creator and Choreographer Jeremy McShan with his talented artists from Boo a Halloween J.A.M. 

Listen to the highly entertaining comedians Francisco Ramos and Justin Um share stories about the cultural differences that make their humor fresh and unique. Catch their show on October 4 and 5 at the Arlington Drafthouse and keep up with their tour on Instagram.

Listen to a charming interview with Catherine Flye as she spotlights her long career in the theater. Her latest project, George Don't Do That at 1st Stage will leave audiences smiling and spellbound! 

Catch the inspiring interview with Nygel D. Robinson from the hit Off-Broadway musical, Mexodus. The must-see show has been called the next Hamilton by critics across the country! Thanks to Roland Watkins and Hamish Parks for their generous support to make this interview possible which is part of a special podcast series on Black excellence in the arts!  

Listen to an entertaining interview with cast members from Saturday Night Fever at Toby's Dinner Theater. You will be smiling with references to John Travolta's iconic moves and the sounds of the disco era. 

Visual artist, Jenny Kanzler, and paper cut artist Melanie Kehoss, share stories of their beginnings as artists. They welcome the public to witness their art making through AVAST tours. Listen and be engaged! 

Listen and learn about the significance of The Inheritance the award winning play being staged at Round House Theatre. Three talented actors share their approach towards tackling a brutally honest script.

Listen to iconic actor, film maker and activist Emmitt Thrower as he reflects on his long career making socially conscious documentaries. This interview is part of Embracing Arlington Art's special podcast series on Black excellence in the arts!  

Listen to an engaging interview with Jason Cannata, the lead vocalist and guitar player for Wandering Bird. The alternative rock band has been compared to Fleetwood Mac and Pink Floyd! 

Learn of the aspirations and healing power of eco-folk art and poetry through a conversation with Neha Misra. Her words will take you to another dimension of love and artistry. 

Learn about the magic behind projection set design. Zavier Taylor talks about his love for design and working with some of the major theater companies in the region.