Genesis Children's Theatre

Beyond the Spotlight with Megan Demsky

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"Beyond the Spotlight" is the official podcast of Genesis Children’s Theatre located in Plano Texas, where we pull back the curtain to explore the magic of our theater and the life-changing impact it has on young performers. Hosted by Megan Demsky, Artistic Director at Genesis, each episode offers heartfelt stories, practical tips, and insider insights for parents and young actors. Whether your child is stepping onto the stage for the first time or preparing for their next big role, this podcast is your backstage pass to building confidence, community, and character through theater.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.genesischildrenstheatre.org

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Genesis Children's Theatre

Episodes

Meg Parker Wilson: "The Cavalry Isn't Coming" and And Other Truth Bombs To Live By 25.11.2025 1:14:20

In this episode of Beyond the Spotlight , I sit down with the absolutely fabulous Meg Parker Wilson (AKA ("M.P.Dubbs") and dig into her wild, wonderful journey from Brazil to Texas, and everything she’s learned along the way in theater and film. We talk mentorship (the good, the bad, the “please someone help me”), how fear can actually make you a better performer, and why some of the most creative...

Ashley Seal: Staying True On and Off the Stage 21.08.2025 50:23

From her sun-soaked beginnings in LA to her whirlwind adventures in New York, Ashley joins Megan for an honest, funny, and inspiring chat about the ups and downs of life as an actor. She dishes on the magic (and madness!) of networking, the lessons learned onstage and off, and why staying true to yourself is the ultimate superpower. Whether you’re chasing your first role or just love the thrill of...