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BSR_S09E17 - 2025 Philly Theatre Week

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2025/03/28

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Philly Theatre Week03:01 The Process of Organizing Theatre Week06:00 Participation Trends in Theatre Week09:08 Kickoff Celebration Details11:57 Diverse Offerings in Theatre Week15:11 Workshops and Community Engagement18:01 Memorization Skills and Their Importance22:22 Exploring Philly Theater Week24:17 Highlighting Exciting Events and Shows27:49 Remounts and Fundraisers in Focus30:26 Innovative Productions and New Musicals32:44 Family-Friendly and Community-Oriented

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BSR_S09E16 - BEARDS ON ICE - John Jarboe

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2025/03/15

In this engaging conversation, Darnelle Radford speaks with John Jarboe, the artistic director of Bearded Ladies Cabaret, about their innovative show 'Beards on Ice.' The discussion explores the origins of the show, its focus on climate justice, and the importance of family-friendly programming. John shares insights into the creative process, the role of humor in addressing serious topics, and the significance of community engagement in climate activism. The conversation highlights the joy and

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BSR_S09E15 - Nora, A Dolls House - Hedgerow Theatre -...

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2025/03/10

Nora: A Doll’s House follows Nora, the perfect wife and mother. She is dutiful and beautiful and always has everything in its proper place. But when a secret from her past comes back to haunt her, Nora’s life quickly unravels. Over the course of three days, Nora must fight to protect herself and her family or risk losing everything.Smith’s adaptation takes place in distinct time periods across 100 years of history, highlighting how women’s struggles for independence have evolved but remain

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BSR_S09E14 - NIGHT SIDE SONGS - PTC

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2025/02/18

A ground-breaking ninety-minute new musical,Night Side Songsexplores the intimacy of illness, mortality, and the incredible dignity of caregivers through the story of Yasmine Holly, a fictional character informed by interviews with real doctors, hospital staff, and patients, many from right here in Philadelphia.Night Side Songsis a musical convergence which reflects and celebrates Philly’s “eds and meds” community with humor, grace, and profound empathy. The production will tour local hospitals,

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BSR_S09E13 - The Half-God of Rainfall - Wilma

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2025/02/04

THE HALF-GOD OF RAINFALLBY INUA ELLAMSDIRECTED BY LINDSAY SMILINGFebruary 11 – March 2, 2025Nigerian-born British poet and playwright Inua Ellams blends Yoruba and Greek mythologies into an incredible story of a demigod-turned-NBA superstar inThe Half-God of Rainfall. The epic poem follows a half-Nigerian mortal, half-Greek God named Demi, who possesses extraordinary powers yet is burdened by the expectations of his lineage. Demi’s powers grow as he leaves his West Nigerian village for the bright

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BSR_S09E12 - Hammer and Nails - SCR

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2025/01/29

Camden Rep introduces girls of color between the ages of 14 and 18 to behind-the-scenes careers in theater and film with the company’s first Hammer and Nails Conference on Monday, Feb. 3 at Creative Arts High School, located on the campus of Camden High. Bringing together industry professionals and mentors with young, future creatives for a day of inspiration, learning and empowerment, the conference aims to create a career pipeline to the design, technical and production sides of theater and film

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BSR_S09E11 - Fires In The Mirror - BRT

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2025/01/27

What everyone agreed on: Two cars collided. One, driven by a Hasidic Jew, veered off the road and critically injured two Black children, one of whom ultimately died. A crowd formed. Police arrived.What no one agreed on: Anything else.In the summer of 1991, Crown Heights, NY exploded into three days of violence fed by rumors and competing narratives formed from incomplete facts. In the chaos, some saw anti-Black police bias. Others saw violent anti-Semitism. But playwright Anna Deavere Smith heard

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BSR_S09E10 - THE DRAG - EgoPo

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2025/01/22

This conversation explores the reworking of Mae West's play 'The Drag' by a collaborative team of playwrights and directors. They discuss the origins of the play, the process of adapting it for contemporary audiences, and the importance of incorporating diverse voices and experiences in the rehearsal room. The conversation also highlights the role of choreography and movement in the production, the star-studded cast, and the audience's expected experience. The participants reflect on the political

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BSR_S09E09 - One-Man Nutcracker

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2024/12/23

One-Man Nutcrackerwritten & performed by Chris Davisdirected by MK Tuomanenchoreography by Campbell Tosneysound design by Adriano Shaplinlighting design by Krista Smithnarrated by Severin BlakeYou know the Nutcracker the ballet, but what if the ballet was performed by only one man? If the daughter Marie, little boy Fritz, creepy uncle Drosselmeyer, the mice, the Sugar Plum fairy, were all channeled through one actor. Chris Davis is proud to bring you One-Man Nutcracker, a re-telling of the

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BSR_S09E08 - It’s A Wonderful Life

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/12/11

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play Frank Capra’s beloved holiday classic comes to life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. Capturing the charm and warmth of the original story, actors portray multiple roles and create live sound effects to bring George Bailey’s uplifting journey to life. This production - featuringChristopher Patrick MullenandBrian Anthony Wilson; and directed byPete Pryor(the team behindA Christmas Carol Comedy)- offers a unique, immersive experience that celebrates the enduring

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BSR_S09E07 - The Complete Works of Christmas (Abridged)

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2024/12/09

A world-premiere hilarious and heartfelt solo-romp through Christmas classics.Starring Barrymore Award Winner Amanda Schoonover*Created by Brenna GeffersRun time - 60 minutes with no intermissionDecember 12-19, 2024She'll be home for Christmas --- home alone that is. It's Christmas Eve and after a tough year one lady is determined to get into the holiday spirits. Armed with eggnog, she's going to binge drink and binge watch every Christmas story available. Elf-help be damned! Who needs loved ones

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BSR_S09E06 - THE COMEUPPANCE - Taysha Marie Canales

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2024/11/29

THE COMEUPPANCEBY BRANDEN JACOBS-JENKINS DIRECTED BY MORGAN GREEN A CO-PRODUCTION WITH WOOLLY MAMMOTH THEATRE COMPANYSet in 2023, Jacobs-Jenkins’ witty and moving dark comedy focuses on five friends who reunite 20 years after graduating from a high school in Prince George's County, outside of Washington, D.C. Known as the "Multi-Ethnic Reject Group," the group was once bonded by their outsider status and the traumas of their teenage years. Gathered on a porch ahead of their high school reunion,

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BSR_S09E05 - Moreno - Seth Rozin and J Paul Nicholas

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/11/15

MORENOby Pravin WilkinsNovember 1-24American Premiere!When Kaepernick kneels, will he? 2016. The NFL has been shaken by Colin Kaepernick’s controversial decision to take a knee during the national anthem to protest against police brutality. Superstar running back Luis Moreno, who is all about his game – and his paycheck -- has joined a new team with championship aspirations. But America’s leadership is changing, and when a painful new reality hits close to home, Luis is forced to ask whether

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BSR_S09E04 - The Coronation - Simone Lawrence

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/11/11

On Saturday, Nov. 16, Prism Arts Philadelphia will host the event, which features fine art, highlights Black excellence, and showcases the diversity of Black drag kings. It will feature drag performers from Philadelphia Black Drag Kings Cyrus K. Stratton, Manny Lovett, Mo Betta, Mister Right, Gemini Mxr, Sir Suavey, Mr. Tee, Deej Nutz, Kyng Dom, and Reese the Beast. The event will also feature a gallery viewing of fine art, including original acrylic paintings by Cyrus K. Stratton and photographs by

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BSR_S09E03 - Can I Be Frank? - Morgan Bassichis

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2024/10/14

A NEW PERFORMANCE BY MORGAN BASSICHISWITH ORIGINAL MATERIAL BY FRANK MAYADIRECTED BY SAM PINKLETONMUSICAL RECREATIONS BY NATASHA JACOBSSCENIC RECREATION BY ELI WOODS HARRISONOctober 25–26, 2024In a desperate attempt to prove they can think about someone other than themself, Morgan Bassichis revisits queer comedian, musician, and performance artist Frank Maya’s 1987 show,Frank Maya Talks. Maya was among the “first out gay comedians on network television” and on the precipice of mainstream success

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BSR_S09E02 - Frankenstein (Dave Ebersole)

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/10/09

A contemporary and surprising adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic tale of horror FRANKENSTEIN, adapted and directed by Dave Ebersole. This fresh re-imagination will be staged in the historic Lathem Hall on Widener University’s campus for a limited engagement from October 10-20.Lightbooth Blackoutis partneringwithThe Lone Brick Theatre Companyat Widener University to produce an original adaptation of Frankenstein this October.This fresh re-imagination will be staged in the historic Lathem Hall on

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BSR_S09E01 -La Egoista - PTC

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/10/07

October 4 - 20, 2024Written by Erlina OrtizDirected by Tatyana-Marie CarloIn association withEdgewood EntertainmentA Philadelphia PremiereJosefina is a stand-up comic from Philadelphia coming to terms with the recent death of her mother, as well as her sister’s sudden illness, just as her comedy career is taking off. Written by Philadelphia’s own Erlina Ortiz, Co-Artistic Director of Power Street Theatre, this funny and touching new play features sidesplitting stand-up as it explores sisterhood,

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BSR_S08E12 - the Are We Free Yet? project

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/09/23

AngelPirate Productions presents:theAreWeFreeYet? projectbased on the book by Tina Strawncurated, written & directed by TSHawkinsThrough sound and verse,wesojourn in an afro-future encapsulated within a Sunday dinner unpacking decades and dynasties of epigenetic memories.Will the future ever progress against the past?Sauté and serenade with ANTIQUITY and DESTINEÉ as they prepare a table of life, love, and a longing to still befree.COMMUNITY EVENTS130PM: Creative Chatbackafter the matinee

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BSR_S08E11 - The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/08/06

The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl is an annual event that brings together book lovers and supports independent bookstores in the city. The idea for the crawl came from the organizer's experiences with similar events in other cities. Last year, the crawl had over 100,000 people access the Google map created for the event. This year, there are 34 participating bookstores. The crawl not only promotes bookstores but also creates a sense of community and discovery as participants explore different

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BSR_S08E10 - THE DUAT | Roger Q. Mason | PTC

Broad Street Review, The Podcast ·

2024/06/19

Taking its title from the mythical Egyptian afterlife,The Duatis a psychological portrait ofCornelius Johnson, a FBI counterintelligence officer played by Philadelphia favoriteFrank X,in a battle for his very soul. Using spoken word, North African drumming, and gorgeous choreography, this thrilling world premiere is a poetic and virtuosic story of redemption.Roger Q. Mason(they/them) is a writer and performer who uses the lens of history to disrupt the biases that divide rather than unite us. Their

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