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Stageworthy

Stageworthy is Canada’s theatre podcast, bringing you in-depth interviews with theatre artists, panel discussions, and more. Each week, host Phil Rickaby sits down with the people who make theatre happen: from household names to artists you should know. Whether you"re an audience member, a theatre maker, or just plain curious about Canadian theatre, Stageworthy offers a front-row seat to the conversations shaping the industry. New episodes every Tuesday.

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01:10:11

Toronto Theatre Year in Review with A View From the...

Stageworthy ·

2025/12/16

About This Episode:In this special roundtable episode of Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by theatre critics and podcasters Janine Marley (A View From the Box) and Ryan Borochovitz (The Cup / Cup of Hemlock Theatre) for an in-depth conversation reflecting on the past year in Toronto theatre. Connect with Janine and A View From the Box: 🌐 Website: aviewfromthebox.net 📸 Instagram: @avuefromthebox 🦋 Bluesky: @aviewfromthebox.bsky.social __ Connect with Ryan and The Cup of Hemlock

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01:08:58

Stephanie Malek

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2025/12/09

About This Episode:This week, Phil Rickaby welcomes Stephanie Malek, performer and producer, to discuss the magic of improvised musicals, the history of Bad Dog Theatre, and the power of finding community through art. Stephanie, who is involved in the show Holiday, an improvised musical, shares insights into the rigorous training required for musical improv, the importance of nurturing other artists, and more! In this episode: Holiday, the Improvised Musical at Factory Theatre Bad Dog Theatre,

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00:44:26

Kanika Ambrose

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2025/12/02

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Kanika Ambrose, an award-winning playwright, librettist, and screenwriter whose work spans theatre, opera, and television. Kanika shares her path from writing poetry as a child to becoming one of Canada’s most exciting multidisciplinary storytellers, known for blending sharp social insight with bold, imaginative worlds. She discusses her three plays in production right now: our place, at Black Theatre Workshop, The Christmas

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00:52:37

Fiona Sauder

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2025/11/25

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Fiona Sauder, co-founder and Artistic Director of Bad Hats Theatre. Known for their inventive, musical, family-friendly adaptations of classic literature, Bad Hats has become one of Toronto’s most celebrated indie theatre companies. Fiona shares the origin story of the company, beginning with a serendipitous brewery production of Peter Pan and growing into a long-standing partnership with Soulpepper, as well as their upcoming

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00:53:25

Dian Marie Bridge

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2025/11/18

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00:50:51

Aaron Joel Craig & Stephanie Hope Lawlor

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2025/11/11

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Aaron Joel Craig (Same Boat Theatre) and Stephanie Hope Lawlor (Rooks Theatre) to discuss their co-production of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House in Hamilton. This episode explores: Reimagining A Doll’s House as a story for 2025 audiences The intersection of feminism, capitalism, and personal freedom Building independent theatre in Hamilton’s evolving arts scene The power of site-specific and intimate performance spaces Collaboration

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00:45:14

Will Parry

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2025/11/04

About This Episode: This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Will Parry, actor, singer, and content creator based in Toronto. Known for his work as a musical theatre performer and social media consultant for artists and theatre companies, Will shares insights into how creatives can better express their authentic selves online while building stronger connections with audiences. This episode explores: Balancing social media and theatre careers Authenticity and “brand voice” for artists

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00:50:19

Steven Hao

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2025/10/28

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Steven Hao, actor, director, and artistic director of Puckers Theatre Company. Currently in his second season at the Stratford Festival, Steven shares his journey from Victoria, BC, to the national stage, performing in acclaimed productions like Anne of Green Gables, Forgiveness, Salesman in China, and Romeo and Juliet. This episode explores: Steven’s journey from improv and high school musicals to the Stratford

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01:02:42

#435 – Emily Dix

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2025/10/21

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by Emily Dix, artistic executive director of Bygone Theatre and the lead behind their mixed use affordable arts space, The Bridge. Emily shares the company’s journey from its beginnings in classic theatre to its evolution into original Canadian works that blend vintage aesthetics with contemporary themes. She discusses her creative process, the importance of atmosphere and design, and the challenges and rewards of running an

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00:55:50

#434 – Michael Esposito II

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2025/10/14

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00:59:09

#433 – Michael Kras

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2025/10/07

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00:52:56

#432 – Chloë Whitehorn

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2025/09/30

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00:46:14

#431 – Courtney Stoltz

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2025/09/23

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by Courtney Stoltz, the production manager for a new community theatre company in Kenora, Ontario, called So I guess we're doing this. Courtney shares her journey from actor to production manager. She provides a look into the theatre scene in Northwestern Ontario and the experience of taking their original play, Finding Richard Close, to the Winnipeg Fringe Festival. Courtney also discusses the unique balance of working in

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00:56:00

#430 – Liz Buchanan

Stageworthy ·

2025/09/16

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by Liz Buchanan, a Hamilton-based actor, writer, and director who is also the artistic director of 9M Theatre. Liz shares her journey as a playwright and performer, focusing on her two Hamilton Fringe shows Gnomes A Traumatic Comedy (2023) and Liz A Traumatic Comedy (2024). She discusses her long-standing fascination with gnomes, how she uses humour and absurdity to explore personal trauma on stage, and more. This episode

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00:52:35

#429 – Chelsea Woolley

Stageworthy ·

2025/09/09

About This Episode:This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by playwright Chelsea Woolley. Chelsea discusses her latest play, Enormity, Girl, and the Earthquake in Her Lungs, which is being produced by Nightwood Theatre. She shares the fascinating, eight-year journey of the play's development, from its original concept to a workshop production with theatre students, and the challenges of being a playwright in the rehearsal hall. Chelsea also talks about her unique approach to writing,

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00:14:47

#428 – Solo: Funding cuts and the future of theatre...

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2025/09/04

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00:51:16

#427 – Virgilia Griffith

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2025/09/02

About This Episode: This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby is joined by Toronto-based actor Virgilia Griffith, who is currently appearing in two shows at the Shaw Festival: Blues for an Alabama Sky and Murder on the Lake. In this conversation, Virgilia discusses the unique demands of each production and how they complement one another, keeping her acting practice fresh and present. She shares her journey from aspiring dancer to award-winning actor, the importance of mentorship, and how she

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00:54:24

#426 – Iain Moggach

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2025/08/26

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01:00:06

#425 – Nancy Kenny

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2025/08/19

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01:12:49

#424 – Evan Bawtinheimer

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2025/08/12

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