Oklahoma OnStage

This is episode number four in our holiday behind the scenes series, where we will sit down with casts and crews of some Christmas plays from across the state and find out what it all means and why they do what they do. In this episode, we have another unique original to Oklahoma theatre, Jane Austen's Christmas Cracker, written and directed by Erin Woods. Tim got to sit down with Erin and a few o...

Episode notes This is episode number three in our holiday behind the scenes series, where we will sit down with casts and crews of some Christmas plays from across the state and find out what it all means and why they do what they do. In this episode, I got to travel to Muskogee Little Theatre and talk to some of the cast and the director of a unique mashup holiday production, A Sherlock Carol; on...

This episode is the second in our holiday behind the scenes series, where we will sit down with casts and crews of some Christmas plays from across the state and find out what it all means and why they do what they do. In this episode, we go to the Pollard Theatre in Guthrie and talk with the some of the folks of the Territorial Christmas Carol. So, cozy up with a blanket, a hot drink and your hol...

The episode kicks off our holiday behind the scenes series, where we will sit down with casts and crews of some Christmas plays from across the state and find out what it all means and why they do what they do. In this episode, we go to the Harn Homestead in Oklahoma City and talk with the folks of Storyteller Theatre who are putting on Little Women: A Holiday Experience. So, cozy up with a blanke...

In this episode, Tim sits down with actor, singer, poet, and artist, Ford Filson. Ford has been in the Oklahoma theatre scene for over 2 decades, and with credits like Elephant Man, Bad Seed, and It's a Wonderful Life to his name, it doesn't look like he's slowing down any time soon. Grab a seat as we travel down the road of Ford's journey from Chickasha to Norman to Oklahoma City, and beyond. It'...

In this episode, Tim sits down with the co-founder and artistic director of Moonshot Productions, Jennifer Hertel. Jennifer has performed all over the Tulsa area, and found her love on the backstage side of theatre. Having worked as both a stage manager and director, she has learned how to be the safety net on many a theatre production. Now, joining forces with former fellow classmates, they have...

In this episode, Tim is joined by Edmond, OK actress, Sam Kellar. Sam is a multi-talented performer who is relatively new to the Oklahoma theatre scene, but is making waves at every turn. From the stage to the screen, her name and career are growing in leaps and bounds. So, sit back and enjoy as Sam takes us down the journey that brought her from Oregon to Oklahoma City, and who knows, maybe on to...

In this episode, Tim sits down with the Director of Marketing & Communications for the College of Fine Arts & Design at the University of Central Oklahoma. They guide us through a journey from small-town Oklahoma to college theatre & art design, to teaching collegiate theatre. Scott lets us behind the curtain of promotions of theatre at the college level and how that has changed over t...

In this episode, Tim sits down with the creator of Third Space Society, Melodie Coulter-Pennington. Third Space is an improv-centralized organization that is impacting the culture in Tulsa. From workshops to open play nights to comedy festivals, Third Space is providing space for people, in and outside of the theatre scene, to explore and create all in a safe and friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Wh...

In this episode, Tim sits down with the multi-talented Nate Durbin, actor, director, teacher, mentor, emcee, techie. He can do it all! From Oklahoma stages to Disney cruise ships. From military entertainment to youth theatre instruction. Nate is a true talent that is all about entertainment, as passing it on to the next generation. A story that spans across the country (and beyond), and right back...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Angela Polk and Laura Himes, the co-founders of Kismet Arts Studio & Theatre in Oklahoma City, where they are building up a new generation of theatrical beings that are becoming so much more than actors. From critical thinking and problem solving, to respect and kindness, Kismet is creating an environment where students, and adults, can feel included, encour...

In this episode, Tim sits down with four certified stage combat instructors and one ren faire combat artist, brought together by one writer/director to put on a production for the upcoming Theatre Crude Fringe Festival. Karena Van Horn has put together a fantasy roleplaying style adventure production that stages fighting throughout, and so we sat down with the combatants to discuss the ins and out...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Kelli McLoud-Schingen, the founder and artistic director of World Stage Theatre in Tulsa, dedicated to multicultural representation, empathy-building, and transformative performance. Her resume spans across different mediums, cities and countries, and is currently working to bring theatre across multiple borders. We discuss her journey from Chicago to England an...

In this special interview, Tim sits down with UCO theatre students Maggie Lawson and Liberty Welch to discuss their project "Boy My Greatness." The girls and their project made news when the university cancelled their scheduled performance of the script, stating it violated state laws for public institutions. The incident rallied public support, and the young ladies were able to organize and prepa...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Jenny and Adam Brand, founders of Theatre Crude, an organization created to provide a creative playground for new artists, writers, and directors, From year-round Unconventional Shorts to the upcoming Fringe Festival, they have created a space for artists to take risks, audiences to be surprised, and the unexpected to take flight. We're going to discuss there jo...

In this episode, Tim is flying solo, talking about the episodes of the summer, what's going on with Oklahoma OnStage and around Oklahoma, and what to look forward to. Tim also talks about growth and sponsorship. We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review, and share it with people you know. We appreciate you taking time to give us a listen. Thank you for your sup...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Travis Guillory, executive director of Theatre Tulsa, to discuss his journey in theatre, what brought him to Oklahoma, his evolution into his current role, and the past, present, and future of Theatre Tulsa. From circus tent to Performing Arts Center, Theatre Tulsa has a colorful and resilient history. Let's explore this long-running theatre together! We hope yo...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Todd Stuart and Karen Mason, board members of the long-running Ponca Playhouse, to discuss the history, productions and offerings of one of Oklahoma's longest continuously running theatres. Let's see what surprises this chat will hold! We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review, and share it with people you know. We appreciate...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Brenna Wickstrom, an actress, director, writer, illustrator, and co-founder of Storyteller Theatre Co. in Oklahoma City, to discuss her journey in theatre, both on stage and in the booth. From the adaptation to creation and beyond, Brenna is blazing a trail in Oklahoma theatre brighter than stage lights. This conversation is equal parts heart and mind! We hope y...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Shannan Bilyeu, an actress, stage manager and director, to discuss her journey into theatre, both on stage and backstage. From the classroom to the stage and beyond, Shannan is a creative mind that knows no barrier. Let's see what surprises this chat will hold! We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review, and share it with peop...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Jannie Anifowose, an OKC actress, stage manager and budding director, to discuss her journey into theatre, both on stage and backstage. Hers is a journey that will resonate with many in Oklahoma theatre, and yet, is uniquely her own. We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review. We appreciate you taking time to give us a listen....

In this episode, Tim sits down with pageant queen, actress, coach, and stunt worker Gabei Williams to discuss her journey into not only theatre, but into pageant life. They dive headlong into this multifaceted performer to discover her past, what she's currently up to, how she is giving back as an entrepreneur, and what she has her sights set for on the horizon. We hope you enjoy the episode. If s...

In this episode, Tim sits down with writer, actor, director and Co. Artistic Director or Co. Arts Theater Co., Alleese Eldridge her journey into not only theatre, but into Oklahoma itself. She has helped to bring a new side of theatre into our great state and has opened the door for a new generation of writers and actors from Oklahoma. We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating...

In this episode, Tim sits down with actor, director, vocalist and instructor Renae Perry to talk about her history with vocal music and theatre, her journey through theatre in Oklahoma, and the monumental task she has staring her right in the face. We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review. We appreciate you taking time to give us a listen. Thank you for your s...

In this episode, Tim sits down with local voice and stage actor and Air National Guardsman, Ryan Corley, to talk about his history with performance, both on stage and behind the mic, his journey in the military and law enforcement, and how it all comes together to tell stories through his characters. We hope you enjoy the episode. If so, please leave us a rating and/or a review. We appreciate you...