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The Art & Business of Community Theater

Monroe Community Players

Have a seat in the Green Room and listen to the "groupies" as they discuss all things related to operating a community theater and putting on a great show! topics such as the philosophy of set design, how to sell more tickets, theater accessibility, diversity, show selection and what the hell is wrong with audiences/directors/actors are thoroughly covered and sometimes even researched. in addition show news, reviews and even trips to the Tangentverse (you"ll have to listen to find out what this

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59:31

Episode 72: "The DIVA! nuff said!"

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/04/29

The Groupies tackle the question: You Might Be a Diva if.... (apologies to Jeff Foxworthy!) Can Diva's use their attitude for the good of the organization? Dave and Brian share some personal experiences throughout their theater careers. Ron and Bob keep count on how many signs there really are! And Kathleen gives a review on "Our Town!" Listen in and find out if you might just be a Diva!

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55:56

Episode 71: "You've Got to Have Heart!" Broadway vs....

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/04/15

The Groupies return with the question, where does the heart of theater truly live, Broadway or Community? Ron gets in two, count them two, sports references! Bob and Kathleen make several interesting points and Brian makes a startling announcement that could very well alter the group's dynamics... forever!!!!

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63:52

Episode 70:"Things We Hate About Theater"

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/04/01

The Groupies return with a totally different question: "What do you hate about theater?' Yep, we're going there! Ron surprises everyone with a long overdue rant! Kathleen points out that making money in a show isn't always a sign of a successful show, and Dave and Carol discuss their opinions on Wicked and Hadestown! It's definitely a must listen too!

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52:21

Episode 69: "Taking the Show On the Road!"

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/03/18

In this episode, Dave asks the questions, are there certain shows that belong in certain venues and when can you take a show on the road. Brian makes a horribly off-color joke that may bring the Groupies letters, Bob takes the group into the Tangenverse with Woodstock, Ron sits quietly in fear of it becoming a "Ron episode" and Kathleen and Carol falsely assume why Dave wasn't all together thrilled with the show he saw! Is there high drama going on between Groupies? Probably not, but listen

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54:08

Episode 68: "When FU Doesn't Stand For Felix Unger:...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/03/04

The Green Room Groupies Return with the question, how does a director handle actors who don't see the character the same way as they do. Many ideas and suggestions are thrown out and while Kathleen is still away, Brian brings up their discussion from Monroe Community Players' recent production of "Becky's New Car". What will be Kathleen's response when she returns?! GASP! Is there inner turmoil in the Green Room!?!

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68:56

Episode 67: "So You Think You're Ready For ...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/02/19

This episode, the Groupies discuss what a director needs to do to prepare for auditions. Bob and Carol bring up several good points. Ron gets in a sports reference! Brian has a crisis of faith! Does Dave inadvertently reveal his favorite groupie?!?! The gang talks about the shows that had the most impact on their lives. And the big question on everyone's mind is..... Is this a Ron episode? Join us and decide for yourself!

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70:57

Episode 66: "Telling our Story: More on Social Media...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/02/05

The Groupies return for Part 2 of a very special episode. How do you market the love you have for Community Theater! Dave raises the question of which is more marketable, whose in the show or what the show is about? How should we tell the story? Brian discusses his idea for marketing MCP's latest show. Bob continues to find new adjectives to describe himself. Kathleen plays Devil's Advocate to Dave which may or may not come back to haunt him when Dave gives his review of a recent show he's seen!

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61:15

Episode 65: "Our Favorite Things" Memorable Moments...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/01/22

It's a full house as the Green Room Groupies reminisce about the moments they've had that shaped their love and dedication to community theater. Carol throws out a sports reference as Ron looks on in horror! Bob reflects on his time with Death of a Salesman and The Producers, which Kathleen has never seen, and Broadway Brian gives a review of the Broadway revival, "Spamalot"

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57:10

Episode 64: "Is Anybody There? Membership and...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2024/01/02

Those Green Room Groupies all return for the first episode of the New Year! The topic of how to increase membership and volunteers tangents off into how to get the young actors into your organization. Ron gives us a long overdue sports analogy, Kathleen reminisces on her first time with Monroe Community Players, Carol and Bob bring up several good points and Dave reveals what he considers to be a great party - hint - it's food oriented. All this and Broadway Brian gives a review of the new musical,

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67:41

Episode 63: "Can't We Just All Get Along? Working...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/12/18

The Groupies return and with a surprise - Groupie Carol is with them!!!! The troupe discusses their favorite Christmas Play, or dislike, as the case may be. An interesting discussion is had on how to deal with different personality types and Carol has a review of & Juliet. Give it a listen! You'll laugh, you'll cry, it's better than Cats! MEOW! Join us for a holiday edition and the Green Room Groupies wish everyone a very happy holiday season!

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50:20

Episode 62: "Sing Out Louise! The Art of Projection

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/12/04

The groupies are back and this time they are discussing the art of projecting! Are microphones a necessity these days? Dave tries his hand at a new greeting (spoiler: It's not good), the group is shocked to uncover a deep dark secret about Ron (spoiler: it's just a bit), Bob gives a review on the TV show Frasier (spoiler: It's not a review at all) and Kathleen doesn't have a review this time (spoiler: actually this one is totally true). Join us and leave your cheese to sour (If you know, you

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53:48

Episode 61: ""Family Feuds: When Friends & Relatives...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/11/16

The Groupies return in time for a Thanksgiving discussion about family members that just don't understand the love for community theater. Kathleen has a review for The Toledo Repertoire Theater! Bob and Brian tangent off into the X-Men universe and Dave relates a family story that opens the discussion. Oh and Ron is there! Really! Honest!

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56:36

Episode 60: "Party! Party! It's Cast Party Time!

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/11/06

The Green Room Groupies discuss the do's and don'ts of a cast party as well as the tradition of gifts. Tangent's abound. Bob is still missed and a review of Southgate Community Players' "Steel Magnolias" is given by Brian. What?!?! Not Kathleen?!?! Nope! Join us, but this is totally a BYOB!!!

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55:22

Episode 59: "How to Train Your Actors"

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/10/23

The groupies return with the question - How do we help train new actors. The gang is sadly missing one of their own this episode, but a serious discussion is had, the usual trips to the tangentverse is taken and the gang gives a shout out to a listener who actually joined them in a MCP production! Oh and Kathleen has a review!!!!

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60:39

Episode 58: "Who Forgot to Flush? Taking Care of...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/10/02

Don't let the title fool you, the groupies delve deep to root out who should be responsible for what, if you have your own theater space. Also, Kathleen has a review! Ron comments on his Google skills. Bob's one liners fly fast and furious. Brian makes a not so shocking announcement about an upcoming trip. And does Dave mention Daddy Warbucks? Ummm.... does the sun come out tomorrow?

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52:27

Episode 57: "From Green Room to White Room: Blanking...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/09/18

In this thrilling episode, the Groupies celebrate their 2 year anniversary and Monroe Community Players 75th anniversary. Dave gives a shout out to the CTAM Fall Conference. Ron talks about Rumors and Bob and Brian get to squeeze in Star Trek references. All of this and another review from Kathleen!

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49:52

Episode 56: "Tried & True vs Fresh & New: Play...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/09/05

The Green Room Groupies return with another discussion about play selection. Tensions still run high between Ron and Brian and Kathleen and Dave after the last episode - the backstage drama continues! And Bob seeks out a bowl of cereal. Also El De Facto brings up a spontaneous topic of the possibility of using A.I. in theater. Is there a danger? And Bob asks the question, Could a programmer eventually win a Tony? Interesting discussions abound! You don't want to miss it!

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52:37

Episode 55: ""Keep It On Stage - How to Cast a Drama."

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/08/21

The groupies discuss how to cast a drama. Kathleen has a show review! Bob has issues with zombies! Ron speaks on behalf of supporting characters! And an innocuous comment from Dave about Kathleen may have driven a wedge between the groupies!!!! Brian is left devastated. Is there really backstage drama in the Green Room? You'll have to listen to find out!

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51:35

Episode 54: "Tips For A Successful Musical in...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/08/07

In this episode you get a taste of what happens before the "recording button" gets pressed. The giggles take over the Green Room Groupies but they are able to maintain it as they discuss "Top tips for your successful musical theater production." Kathleen gives her critique of a new show! Ron sneaks in a sports reference! Brian reflects what he did wrong on the only musical he directed.Bob announces the death of a comedian! Dave shocks everyone with a Hee Haw announcement! All this and Melissa

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51:54

Episode 53: "Community Theater and Social Media -...

The Art & Business of Community Theater ·

2023/07/24

The Groupies gather again to discuss the use and impact of social media with community theater. Brian gives his review of Dear Evan Hanson, Dave's niece calls him out on a comment made in the last episode! Bob comes up with an idea for another podcast! Brian tries to cross-promote the guy's other podcast which leaves Kathleen feeling unloved and Ron emphasizes reaching out to those who are reaching out to the theater.

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