Imagine This : A Theatre Podcast

We are rejoined by the founders of Bulletpoint Theatre Company, based out of London, to hear all about their production of Our Last First, a play that we discussed last season because of one intriguing detail: it's a play without pronouns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

WGA and SAG-AFTRA are on strike, meaning the writers and actors unions. But why? What are their demands, and why won't studios meet them? And why does this matter in the grand scheme of what it means to tell good stories? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...

PRIDE month, so you know what that means. Time to talk about some of our favorite LGBTQIA+ plays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Come hear about our top 8 plays out of the 300 we received! They’re truly remarkable, and we can’t wit to share them with you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this episode, we read and discuss not one but TWO ENTIRE plays. A lot can be packed into 10 minutes, and these conversations have been distilled in particularly interesting ways. Join us to hear these works come to life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not...

It’s May, which means we have to take a moment to talk mental health. Join Breshena, Trent, and Mackenzie to talk about some of their favorite plays that deal with this important subject matter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Today, Halley joins our hosts to talk about new musicals, the struggles with casting, and other important hot takes. See how her take from the New York theatre scene differs (or not) from ours here in Texas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Today we interview Bullet Point Theatre Company based out of London, UK, who are currently undertaking a production that is completely genderless. A love story that can be played by any two persons, regardless of age or physical description. How is it possible? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca...

Trent, Mackenzie, and Breshena continue the discussion on all things Shakespeare. Why do we still Perform this dead guy's stuff? Does it even matter? and what is an adaptation anyway? Join us for all of the 16th century British tea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

Trent, Mackenzie, and Breshena talk all things Shakespeare. Why do we still Perform this dead guy's stuff? Does it even matter? and what is an adaptation anyway? Join us for all of the 16th century British tea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Continuing the conversation with Michael Pressman, who just directed Come Get Maggie, a new musical that just had its world premiere run in Los Angeles. Listen in to get the inside scoop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Today are joined by Michael Pressman, who just directed Come Get Maggie, a new musical that just had its world premiere run in Los Angeles. Listen in to get the inside scoop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Wrap up women’s history month by joining Mackenzie and Breshena as they talk about the feminist movement in theater, and how we can continue to make space for change in the industry.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

What's The Deal With Musical Theatre? Trent and Mackenzie are here to talk the good, the bad, and the ugly. Why they love it, where the problems lie, and why new musicals are sometimes to come by. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Breshena and Trent are joined by special guest Clarissa Pompa to talk all things community theatre. The Joys, the struggles, and most importantly, why it is essential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Breshena, Trent, Mackenzie and Ally talk all things black history month ( as it relates to theatre). It's almost over, and it's time to talk about the pros and cons. what we should learn, what we should change, and what the hot takes are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

Our hosts are joined by emerging dramaturg Ally Varitek and discuss experiential dramaturgy. Who should work on shows? How does one decide to take on a project? And why does it matter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Our hosts discuss This Too Could Be Love, a fascinating queer romance written by Juniper McKelvie, who was able to join us for today's episode! Ever wonder about the intersection of theology and romance? Faith and love? Today we dig deep and we hope you'll join us on the journey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...

Sweat won the Pulitzer for drama in 2017, making her the first and only woman to win it twice. On today's episode Breshena, Mackenzie, and Trent discuss this incredible play and what it has to teach us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sarah Mosher joins our hosts to talk all things theatre design. why it matters, what it can contribute to new works, development, how to build a world, and all manner of things we can learn from brilliant designers such as herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...

Today we talks to Donna Latham about her journey as a playwright. Why are historical adaptations an important part of contemporary play, and what do Donna's feminist interpretations have to offer? Join Trent, Mackenzie, Breshena, and Donna as we talk all things playwriting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...

Today Breshena, Mackenzie, and Trent read an excerpt of Donna Latham's Play Yella Jack. An incredible historical fiction exploring the yellow fever outbrake, they discuss the ways in which this play mirrors our modern times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

Trent, Mackenzie, and Breshena discuss the Epiphanies New Works Festival. What is it, how it got started, why is it important, and how playwrights can submit their work! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The gang talks about the past year, their favorite memories, and the upcoming new year of work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Hosts Trent, Breshena, and Mackenzie share some of their favorite memories being theatre professionals as it relates to Christmas. One of the busiest but most rewarding times of the year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .