Stage Door, a theatre podcast hosted by two average guys. Hosted by: Kyle Omlor, Thom Ovacek, Ron Ma

Big hair. Bright neon. One legendary dreamcoat. In this episode, we talk about St. Francis de Sales Musical Theatre’s upcoming production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat —running April 30–May 3, 2026 at the Franciscan Theatre at Lourdes University . This high-energy Andrew Lloyd Webber classic gets a totally rad twist as the production reimagines the story in the colorful world of...

This week on Stage Door , Holly and Kyle sit down to watch the classic movie musical Oklahoma! … and things get very honest, very quickly. Within minutes, Holly realizes something she simply cannot keep to herself: Curly is ridiculously hot! Cowboy swagger, that voice, the confidence of a man who rides up singing “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’” like he owns the prairie… yeah, Holly is openly hot an...

What happens when we replace judgment with listening? In this episode, Issue Box Theatre , in partnership with the Greater Toledo Community Foundation, introduces The Belonging Project : a community-driven theatre initiative challenging stigma around homelessness in Toledo. Centered around a reimagined production of “Infinity,” the project brings together individuals with lived experience, service...

Love on the Stage: Who knew that theatre would help change their lives, and bring these two couples together for life. Andrew, Courtney , Sarah, and Michael sit down with Stage Door, and tell how they fell in love

Big hats. Bigger hearts. And the show tunes you already know by heart. On the next Stage Door Podcast, we’re talking all things Hello, Dolly! with Director Josh Wagner , Producer Kathy Dennis , and Christina starring as Dolly herself, as Epiphany Players brings this beloved classic to the stage. This musical comedy is packed with charm, heart, and enough brass to start a parade. If you’ve ever cau...

If you’re in the mood for romance, comedy, and music that’ll be stuck in your head for days, this one’s for you. Toledo Opera is bringing the feel-good favorite The Elixir of Love to the Valentine Theatre on February 13 and 15, 2026 , and it’s packed with charm, heart, and plenty of laughs. This classic comedy by Gaetano Donizetti follows a lovable underdog who’s convinced the only way to win true...

Still Talking, with Book of Days. Sometimes there's a lot more stuff to talk about after the "stop recording" button has been pushed. Here is just a little post⁣ ⁣ Spotify:⁣ https://open.spotify.com/show/214M4OKBbWcDivndnc2MTu⁣ ⁣ Apple Podcasts:⁣ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stage-door-a-theatre-podcast-hosted-by-two-regular-guys/id1573865415⁣

We had a great time sitting down with Trevor and Marissa from Black Swamp Players to talk about their upcoming production of Book of Days, and why this play still hits close to home.⁣ ⁣ Set in a small Missouri town, Book of Days starts with a mysterious death at a local cheese plant and quickly unravels into something much bigger. Part mystery, part dark comedy, the story digs into what happens wh...

Still Talking, with The Odd Couple: Sometimes there's a lot more stuff to talk about after the "stop recording" button has been pushed. Here is just a little post⁣ ⁣ Spotify:⁣ https://open.spotify.com/show/214M4OKBbWcDivndnc2MTu⁣ ⁣ Apple Podcasts:⁣ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stage-door-a-theatre-podcast-hosted-by-two-regular-guys/id1573865415⁣

Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple is back on stage at Oregon Community Theatre, and this episode brings together the two directors making it happen. We’re joined by Nancy Wright and Tony Esposito to talk about directing the female and male versions of this iconic comedy, what makes the story endure, and how each production brings its own energy, rhythm, and laughs to the stage.⁣ ⁣ The Odd Couple runs Fe...

This week, we’re joined by Maya Lagerstam from the National Tour of SHUCKED , the corn-fed, corn-bred musical comedy everyone’s stalkin’ about. Fresh off Broadway and headed to The Stranahan (Jan. 20–25, 2026) , SHUCKED is the laugh-out-loud, country-fueled musical critics can’t stop raving about. With a score by Grammy Award–winning hitmakers Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally (yes, the minds behind...

Avenue Q starts with a fresh-faced Princeton showing up on a slightly questionable NYC street, and somehow ends up tackling jobs, relationships, racism, internet habits, and the search for meaning, all with puppets standing right next to humans like this is completely normal. In this episode, the cast and crew of Stone Productions’ Avenue Q talk through what it’s like working on a show that looks...

We sat down with Aubrey and Liv for something we don’t do nearly enough: a real post-show reflection. Months after Six the Musical closed, we got back together to honestly break it all down: what worked, what didn’t, what surprised them, and what they’d absolutely do differently next time. Aubrey, who produced and directed the show, and Liv, one of the performers, brought two very different but eq...

We sat down with Aubrey and Liv for something we don’t do nearly enough: a real post-show reflection. Months after Six the Musical closed, we got back together to honestly break it all down: what worked, what didn’t, what surprised them, and what they’d absolutely do differently next time. Aubrey, who produced and directed the show, and Liv, one of the performers, brought two very different but eq...

In this episode, we talk with Jane Atwood of Atwood Music Studio about her holistic approach to vocal coaching and performance. Jane helps singers of all skill levels build strong, healthy voices by focusing on posture, breath support, resonance, diction, music literacy, interpretation, and vocal health. Her student-centered teaching style begins with understanding each singer’s goals and creating...

Join hosts Thom and Kyle as they sit down with the creative minds behind Like You: A New Musical : writer/composer Tyler Milicic and composer/orchestrator Charles Ligus : for an in-depth, heartfelt conversation about bringing this original work to life. Like You tells the story of Evan and his new foster family as each person navigates themes of self-acceptance, love, and the meaning of found fami...

College Auditions for Theatre Majors: Do you, or someone you know, want to go to college for Theatre? This is the episode for you. Kyle sits down with three moms, of boys, who just finished the process, and who are in the middle of it all. Loads and loads of information for everyone to absorb. What you need to start doing right now, what you probably didn't even know to ask, and so much more. ...

What happens when one of Shakespeare’s most iconic characters refuses to accept her tragic fate? In this episode, we sit down with Lois Ellise, who makes her National Tour debut in the smash hit musical & JULIET , playing Susanna, serving as swing, and understudying Juliet herself. Lois shares how her BFA training from Central Michigan University prepared her for the whirlwind life of a tourin...

his week on Stage Door , we’re joined by two special guests from Children’s Theatre Workshop’s Teen Company to dive into their upcoming production of Urinetown the Musical . We unpack everything that makes this show a fan-favorite: the razor-sharp satire, the over-the-top characters, and the hilariously bleak world where you literally have to pay for “The Privilege to Pee.” Our guests share what i...

Get ready for a Christmas classic like you’ve never seen it before! Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Genoa Christmas Show transforms Dickens’ timeless tale into a hilarious, music-filled celebration of community and holiday spirit, set right here at the Genoa Civic Theatre. Written by Gordon Greenberg and directed by Jeremiah Tudor, this gut-busting, family-friendly production weaves local Genoa touches, fa...

Whether you're stepping into your first audition, preparing for a college theatre program, or diving deeper into a role you've already landed , Chris Knudsen is here to help you become the performer you were meant to be. With decades of experience both on stage and behind the table, Chris brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to acting and singing coaching. Build honest characters, de...

we’re joined by Clay High School's director and two featured actors for a deep dive into how they bring characters to life. From the first read-through to final performances, they share candid insight into script analysis, building confidence onstage, and the collaborative magic of theatre. If you’ve ever wondered how a performers character comes together, this one’s for you.

Starring Role Alden Fournier: A graduate of Notre Dame Academy and BGSU, Allen began her theatre journey at OLPH, where her passion for the stage quickly grew. That love eventually led her to become a stage manager , and most recently, a Production Manager for an Off-Broadway show!

The American Theatre Guild’s Senior Director of Presenting Operations, Craig Aikman , joins the show to share exciting news, season tickets are now on sale for the upcoming Broadway season at The Stranahan Theater in Toledo! The 2025–26 season kicks off December 16–21 with & Juliet , and this year there’s even more to celebrate. Theatre is booming in Northwest Ohio, and due to overwhelming demand,...

om heartwarming classics to bold modern storytelling, FCT celebrates seven decades of local theatre magic. Fremont Community Theatre is stepping into its 70th year with a season that honors the past while embracing fresh, exciting performances for a new generation of theatre lovers. The celebration kicked off with Rodgers & Hammerstein’s State Fair this September, a feel-good musical that set...