Story Theater Company, Ames, Iowa

Theater Stories: The Story Theater Company Podcast

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Story Theater Company (STC) offers quality theatrical opportunities for area children and provides them with positive role models who teach the fundamentals of theater in a welcoming environment that encourages self-confidence, responsibility, teamwork, and inclusion of all. This podcast is a behind-the-scenes look at our current productions, workshops and camps. Guests include the production team, cast and crew.

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Episodes

It's Gregorio's Annual Season Recap! 08.07.2026 19:08

This week Maggie and Elodie once again talk with STCs most prolific actor, Gregorio the Crow, about the past season and about what's coming up in 2026-27.

Introducing STCs New Production Manager, Cindy Stanbro 01.07.2026 6:13

That's a wrap on our 20th season at STC! This week Grover is backstage at Newsies Jr getting to know to our new production manager, Cindy Stanbro.

Backstage with the Cast at Newsies Jr. 24.06.2026 7:25

This week Tom sneaks backstage to talk with the cast of Newsies Jr. Several actors give their take on the show as the musical heads into its second and final weekend.

It's Newsies Jr Tech Week! Gaby and Abigail are in the house...literally. 17.06.2026 8:50

This week Tom talks to Newsies Jr castmates, Gaby and Abigail about the excitement of tech week and opening night coming up on Friday. This is Gaby's last STC show and Abigail's second.

Newsies Jr Ensemble Members Leah Geisinger & Maggie Haggas 10.06.2026 11:43

Former podcast host Maggie Haggas joins Leah Geisinger to talk with Elodie about all the singing, dancing and prep happening at STC, as the rehearsals prepare to move to the City Auditorium.

This Just In: Newsies Jr - Drea Miller as Katherine and Elias Englemann as Crutchie 03.06.2026 10:09

This week Elodie talks to Drea Miller and Elias Englemann about their first show at STC. They chat about what got them started in theater and their epectations as we head into the final few weeks of rehearsal.

Triple Threat Eli Hufford as Davey Returns to the Podcast 27.05.2026 10:58

This week Elodie talks to Eli Hufford about his many roles at STC and Ames High. The conversation stretches from the Iowa High School Music Theater Showcase to pasta.

5-6-7-8: Choreographer Makayla Schuler Talks Newsies Jr Dance 20.05.2026 10:10

This week Elodie taps Newsies Jr choreographer Makayla Schuler to talk about the dance-heavy musical and what audiences can expect when the show opens at the City Auditorium next month.

Our Lead Story: Dunkin Bearson as Jack Kirby 14.05.2026 13:04

This week Elodie talks to Duncan Bearson about the show and his long tenure with Story Theater Company. They dive into favorite shows, rehearsals and cookies.

EXTRA! EXTRA! Newsies Jr Director, Morgan Everhard 07.05.2026 11:23

This week Elodie talks with Morgan Everhard, the director of Newsies Jr. They chat about Morgan's past shows, director's responsibilities, and an depth segment on warm-up games. NOTE: Newsies Jr podcast episodes will post on Wednesdays.

Ep. 88 - Reaction to the 2026-27 STC Season Announcement 30.04.2026 8:18

This week it was announced that the 2026-27 season will include: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Lion King Jr, As You Like It and Matilda Jr. Elodie was at STC for the announcement and got reaction from some STC players.

Ep. 87 - Back to Alice's Room 20.04.2026 5:57

That's the final curtain on Looking Glass Land! We are off this week as we transition into Newsies Jr with the new podcast host, Elodie Biggs. See you next week!

Ep. 86 - A Couple Responsibilities: Trillium Hayslett (Humpty Dumpty) & Maddie O’Donnell (Proper Authority) 13.04.2026 5:41

All good things must come to an end. On Grover's last episode for Looking Glass Land, he talks to fellow Responsibilities: Maddie O’Donnell and Trillium Hayslett who play a bunch of other roles too.