Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble: Down Center

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artist and director, Aaron White, sits down with members of the cast of Elephant & Piggie’s: We’re In A Play and special guest and Children’s Librarian extraordinaire  NIna White to reflect on making the unexpected knockout of a musical, written by the multiple Caldecott winning author, Mo Willems. Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White are joined by Associate Managing Director Justine Drake, and Communications Director Emma Ginader to clarify the difference between Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble’s Mainstage productions and Presented Events at the Alvina Krause Theatre.  They both happen in the BTE space, but are two very different events! BTE's Mainstages are pro...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble Members, Amy Rene Byne, Abby Leffler, and Aaron White unwrap what's in store for this Summer’s Theatre School offerings and ask a few Theatre School alums what’s your favorite thing about playing and learning at BTE. Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website . Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org Ensemble Driven. Profe...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble Members, Aaron White and Sarah Elizabeth Yorke chat with guest artist, Mackenzie Moyer about creativity, collaboration, and sisterhood in BTE’s upcoming production of a new adaptation of Little Women by playwright, Heather Chrisler  Spotlight on Laura Knorr, Executive Director of the Campus Theatre in Lewisburg, PA and the partnership between BTE and the Campus promoting...

Send us Fan Mail All about Raise the Region and why you should donate to BTE! Amy chats with Theatre School and Mainstage parents, Amanda Figueroa and Tim Sutton about their support of BTE, their daughter Margot's involvement, and how Tim ended up on BTE's Board. Listen in as they focus on Raise the Region, BTE’s largest annual fundraiser, emphasizing how even a $25 donation can be ampli...

Send us Fan Mail Aaron, Kimie, and Amy discuss the theatre's role in sparking conversations within the community. They explore the challenges of maintaining a neutral space for dialogue amid increasing tribalism and political polarization. The Ensemble emphasizes the importance of uncomfortable yet courageous conversations and highlights 'Radiant Vermin' with post-show talkbacks and...

Send us Fan Mail The cast of Radiant Vermin–Amy Rene Byrne, Kimie Muroya, and Aaron White–explore the twists and turns in Phillip Ridley’s wicked modern day fairy tale that begs the question, “What would you do to own the perfect home?” Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website . Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org Ensemble Driven. Professional The...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble Members, Abigail Leffler & Aaron White run down the list of all things Theatre Education at BTE and ways that you can give the gift of creativity to a creative kid in your life. Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website . Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org Ensemble Driven. Professional Theatre. Arts Education. Rural P...

Send us Fan Mail Kick off your holiday happiness with our episode all about A Charlie Brown Christmas coming to the BTE stage for the first time this season! We chat about tradition, the show, our wonderful community kid actors, and even give an inside glimpse into the rehearsal room.  Tickets on sale now at www.bte.org Episode recorded and edited by: Amy Rene Byrne Original Music by: Aaron White...

Send us Fan Mail The Resident Acting Company sits down with long-time Managing Director, Jon White-Spunner to discuss his retirement, his time at BTE, and what's next on the horizon.  Jon served BTE for nearly 20 years with love, care, and a whole lot of heart. He's one of the nicest men you will ever meet and BTE will miss him dearly, but we wish him the best of luck in everything that...

Send us Fan Mail (Almost all of) the cast sits down with Director James E. Ofalt to discuss BTE’s Season 48 opener, The 39 Steps!  From hijinx to esoteric analysis, this episode has just a little bit of everything.  The 39 Steps Low Price Previews: September 25th and 26th.  Opening Night Gala: September 27th (advanced tickets required) Tickets available online at www.bte.org Recorded remotely with...

Send us Fan Mail Join Amy Rene Byrne, Aaron White, and Kimie Muroya as they unveil Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble’s exciting 48th season! From musicals and beloved classics to a tribute to one of America’s founding fathers, this season offers something for everyone. Tune in to get the inside scoop, behind-the-scenes stories, and a sneak peek at what's to come! 00:05 Introduction  00:54 Announcin...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists Aaron White and Kimie Muroya sit down with cast members from the 2025 summer production of Sideways Stories from Wayside School and Alumni from the 2015 production and uncover a collage of fun and fascinating tales. Plus a Bonus Bit! We announce the launch of a new story gathering initiative and companion podcast: The I Am/We Are Project. Transcripts of all Season...

Send us Fan Mail Magic meets Theatre in this episode as Amy and Aaron give a sneak peek into the upcoming The Great and Powerful Dave! magic show and masterclass with the incomparable David Moreland. He's a TV and film actor, children's magician, and former BTE Ensemble member. David shares stories from his journey blending acting and illusion. Discover how David’s early days in Bloomsbu...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble Members Amy Rene Byrne and Abigail Leffler unpack all the wonderful Summer Theatre School offerings this summer! From Film Acting to Gore Galore-- there's something for every kid ages 3+!  Register for summer classes online at www.bte.org Recorded and Edited by: Amy Rene Byrne Original Music by: Aaron White Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White chat with fellow Ensemble members Sarah Elizabeth Yorke and Jen Lippert about the upcoming production of The Little Prince. Discover how each member is bringing this whimsical play to life—from directing to costume design to playing key characters. They dive into their personal connections to the story and what it is like working wit...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble members Managing Director Jon White-Spunner and Director of Development and Communications, Jared Whitford join Resident Artist, Aaron White, to breakdown the how, why, and when to support BTE during Raise the Region 2025 hosted by The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) in collaboration with the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships. Supporter Spo...

Send us Fan Mail Playwright, Gabe Moses, Director, Avery LaMar Pope, and BTE Education Director, Abby Leffler sit down with Resident Artist, Aaron White to share what BTE has planned for the upcoming Theatre In the Classroom (TIC) tour of Discovering Frederick Douglass: The Remarkable Life of a National Leader. Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website . Check...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists Amy Rene Byrne and Aaron White discuss their roles in the upcoming production of Stephen King's Misery . Joined by director Nora Gair, they explore the differences between the book, play, and movie, delve into the complexities of the characters, and reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes details.  The episode's supporter spotlight features an interview wit...

Send us Fan Mail Ensemble Members, Abigail Leffler (Education Director) & Aaron White (Resident Artist) are grilled by Theatre School students about all things theatre, teaching, and BTE. Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White Original Music by: Aaron White Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Buzzsprout website . Check out our current season: http://www.bte.org Ensemble Dr...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists and Ensemble Members, Aaron White and Amy Rene Byrne unwrap what the Ensemble is preparing for the holiday season, chat about devising BTE's three-clown A Christmas Carol, discuss the joys and pressures of adapting the company's 20th adaptation of Dickens classic tale, and revel in the Christmas traditions of Pennsylvania's only town. Supporter Spot...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Artists Aaron White, Kimie Muroya, and Amy Rene Byrne chat about our October PlayTasting series. Each week we will bring you a staged reading of an edgy new play at various locations around the area. A "flight of plays" to strike up conversation with our audience. Come out, have some good food, and tell us what you think about them-- you might see them in one of...

Send us Fan Mail Resident Actors, Amy Rene Byrne, Kimie Muroya, Aaron White Celebrate the new changes to Season 3 of the Down Center Podcast, chat about financial and cultural changes in the theatre industry and announce BTE’s Season 47!   Supporter Spotlight: Bob Tevis Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White Original Music by: Aaron White Transcripts of all Season 2-4 episodes are available on our Bu...

Send us Fan Mail Ahhh...Tomato Season!!! Just as summer gardens are reaching their zenith, BTE is wrapping up it's 46th Season. So in celebration of the the Down Center Podcast's 2nd season RAC member, Aaron White, reflects on the a cyclical nature of theatremaking and growing things in rural PA Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White Original Music by: Aaron White Transcripts of all Season...

Send us Fan Mail Aaron White, Resident Actor & Ensemble member, chats with Community Kid cast members and Resident Actors, Elizabeth Dowd and Kimie Muroya, about summers at BTE as they prepare for performing  The Velveteen Rabbit. Recorded and Edited by: Aaron White Original Music by: Aaron White Transcripts of all Season 2 episodes available on our Buzzsprout website . Check out our current s...