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Something stands behind the pattern and the ghastly yellow emptiness of the wallpaper. A prisoner within her own home, Jane is condemned to a bed with the words ”hysteria” left on her lips. Nothing to do, but to watch the yellow paper crinkle and age as time goes by. Doctors (and husbands) orders, after all. The problem is, something is looking back. Based on the Novel by Charlotte Perkins Gilman Written by Xander Chung Directed by Mylène Choicoine Starring: Marissa Blair as Jane Jordan Pren ...
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A patient awakes in a hospital. She is unable to remember who she is or how she got there, but she does know that she has to get out. She is urged to do something, something that is of vital importance....Four research scientists are freezing, terrified and together in the basement of the Institute of Plant Industry, forced to make impossible choices to protect life-saving seed samples against an invading army, a starving population and each other. Listen to these two worlds entwine in Seeds ...
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Follow Marisa and Hannah down the rabbit hole as they sit down in Marisa's basement and tell each other MORE. More about who? In season two Marisa and Hannah decide to give each other all the details about whoever, or in some cases, whatever, they want. We're going full book report style people. But obviously with more swearing, sexual innuendo, off topic rants and general nonsense. Ride along with Marisa and Hannah as they dive deep into the history of people you may already know, think you ...
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Rat Chats - Performance as Power: Language, Identity, and Representation
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Welcome to Rat Chats, where we have a chill convo with the artists behind upcoming performing arts works. Today we sit down with Jess Karamjeet (Redundant), Jazmine Rose Phillips (Their Feet Did Not Touch The Ground), and Olivia Hall & Carrie Rudzinski (The Bitching Hour). With performances that are centred on representing complex identities and st…
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Rat Chats - Don’t Be Afraid To Sit In The Front Row: Improv, Interactive Theatre, and Comedy
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Welcome to the first episode of Rat Chats, where we have a chill convo with the artists behind upcoming performing arts works. Today we sit down with Rhiannon McCall (The Good, The Bad, and The Completely Made Up), Jane Wills (Castaway Airlines), and Tamara Gussy (Tea for Two World Tour), who are all working on improvised and interactive performanc…
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Once in a Black Moon: A Critical Conversation curated by Black Creatives Aotearoa
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Last year, we were so stoked to have Silo Theatre at Basement Theatre presenting seven methods of killing kylie jenner by Jasmine Lee-Jones. They partnered up with Black Creatives Aotearoa, who happened to be Basement's Company in Residence, and together they put on a panel discussion one Sunday before the performance. It was a meeting of powerful …
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Based on the Novel by Charlotte Perkins Gilman Written by Xander Chung Directed by Mylène Choicoine Starring: Marissa Blair as Jane Jordan Prentice as John Madie Joliffe as Eliza Brandon Juraj Frederick Vasko as Cousin Henry Recording Engineer: Brandon Juraj Frederick Vasko Post Production : Xander Chung…
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As part of the Tautai 2021 Fale-ship Residency, we present the Tautai 2021 Fale-ship Podcast hosted by Amanda Wilson, talking to artists from the programme about their residency, their artistic practices and their lives. The second episode is with Teremoana Rapley, an iconic figure in the entertainment industry, expressing her thoughts and feelings…
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As part of the Tautai 2021 Fale-ship Residency, we present the Tautai 2021 Fale-ship Podcast hosted by Amanda Wilson, talking to artists from the programme about their residency, their artistic practices and their lives. The first episode is with multi-disciplinary storyteller Marina Alefosio who uses poetry, performance, short stories and rap as h…
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Disruptors: Gemishka Chetty & Dev Sherman
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EPISODE 9: In Patralekhika Productions' play The Kamasutra Chronicles, writer Shriya Bhagwat explores the ups and downs of marriage whilst tackling the taboo topic of sex in the South Asian community. In this episode, guest host Nathan Joe chats to cast members Gemishka Chetty and Dev Sherman about bringing Shriya's play to life, and their thoughts…
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EPISODE 8: As the creative sector claws its way out of the pit of 2020, our live panel discuss what art is worth, both for our emotional survival and paying the bills. Featuring Ngā Rangatahi Toa's Huia O'Sullivan, FAF SWAG's Tim Swann and The Green Party's Chlöe Swarbrick. Hosted by Nisha Madhan. This episode was recorded live at Basement Theatre …
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Our Artistic Director Nick interviews Dr John Dickie of the Millennium Seed Bank, Kew Gardens, who helped us with the research for Seeds. The Millennium Seed Bank's vault contains thousands and thousands of samples from all over the world and is the most bio-diverse location on earth.Planting The Seed is the extra content and 'behind the scenes' mi…
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Our Artistic Director Nick interviews Kate Cooper of the Birmingham Food Council who helped us with the research and development of 'Seeds'.Planting The Seed is the extra content and 'behind the scenes' mini series to accompany No Stone Theatre's critically acclaimed podcast Seeds.By No Stone Theatre
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Our Executive Director Johanna Taylor chats with the creative team behind 'Seeds'. with director Nicholas Pitt, writer Nick Walker and composer Jon Ouin. Hear about the origins of the show, the process of adapting it from stage to audio and what it was like to do all that remotely during lockdown.Planting The Seed is the extra content and 'behind t…
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EPISODE 7: Performance artist Moe Laga and comedian James Nokise are two Pasifika artists who share similar cultural backgrounds but make work that is on absolutely opposite scales of the performance art world. In this episode, Moe and James discuss art as activism. Disruptors is a podcast series where creatives in Aotearoa talk about how they disr…
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Disruptors: The Art of Coping and Monetising Grief
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EPISODE 5: "To be an artist is to suffer." The old adage coined by famed philosopher Aldous Huxley kicked off the fifth episode of Disruptors, which is the first to be recorded in front of a live audience at Basement Theatre. Musician and activist Mazbou Q, artist Mya Morrison-Middleton, and award-winning poet and journalist Mohamed Hassan came tog…
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EPISODE 6: Jean and Sarita talk about making their solo shows Change Your Own Life and Digging to Cambodia ahead of their seasons at Basement. In their discussion, they delve into how they take care of themselves while creating and performing deeply personal works, and the relationship they have with their audiences. Disruptors is a podcast series …
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Eight - "This is the Plaque"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Eight in association with Oxford PlayhouseBy No Stone Theatre
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Seven - "This is the symphony"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Seven in association with Arcola TheatreSign up to our newsletter at nostonetheatre.com by 25th November 2020 to be in with a chance of winning a A3 print of the series artwork, illustrated by Gemma Hattersley.…
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Six- "This is the truck"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Six in association with Camden People's TheatreSign up to our newsletter at nostonetheatre.com by 25th November 2020 to be in with a chance of winning a A3 print of the series artwork, illustrated by Gemma Hattersley.…
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Five - "This is the dog"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Five in association with Derby TheatreSign up to our newsletter at nostonetheatre.com by 25th November 2020 to be in with a chance of winning a A3 print of the series artwork, illustrated by Gemma Hattersley.…
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Four - "This is The Institute"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Four in association with Curve Theatre, LeicesterBy No Stone Theatre
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Three - "This is the cat"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Three in association with Curve, Leicester.By No Stone Theatre
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode Two - "This Is the tram"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode Two in association with Julie's Bicycle.By No Stone Theatre
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Seeds by No Stone Theatre - Episode One - "This Is the fire"Episodes released weekly from 7th OctoberEpisode One in association with Warwick University’s UK Gene Bank.By No Stone Theatre
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Seeds, by No Stone Theatre, is a bold new podcast series based on the incredible true story of the world’s first seed bank and how the men and women who worked there protected the future of biodiversity through the worst siege of world war 2.Episodes released weekly from 7th October.Starring Nina Sosanya, Graeme Rose, Jordon Kemp, Katy Stephens and…
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Disruptors: Ahi Karunaharan & Amber Liberté, and Alice Kirker & Elyssia Wilson-Heti
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EPISODE 4: In this special fourth episode of Disruptors, recorded in the depths of lockdown, four theatre practitioners reflect on what happens when the disruption in their work comes from the external force of a global pandemic. Disruptors is a podcast series where creatives in Aotearoa talk about how they disrupt with their art. Produced by Basem…
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Disruptors: Alice Kirker & Elyssia Wilson-Heti
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EPISODE 3: A conversation between incoming and outgoing Producers in Residence at Basement Theatre – Elyssia Wilson-Heti and Alice Kirker. Elyssia and Alice share a passion for creating work that celebrates body positive, something they say inherently puts them in a disruptive space. It’s a position they are more than comfortable with as they consc…
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EPISODE 2: Sarita and Alice chat through their creative process with all its struggles and triumphs, talk the importance of prioritising indigenous practices in theatre and dive into the big D, diversity. Disruptors is a podcast series where creatives in Aotearoa talk about how they disrupt with their art. Produced by Basement Theatre with support …
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EPISODE 1: In the first ever episode of Disruptors, comedy trio Frickin Dangerous Bro (Pax Assadi, James Roque and Jamaine Ross) talk about New Zealand's comedy scene. How do you navigate an inherently white space as a person of colour? How do you know if you should keep pursuing your art or if it's time to quit? What does Pax mean when he says "co…
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S3 Same-isode 5: This is reality check theatre
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By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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S3 Same-isode 4: Crispy Fresh and Delicious
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Marisa spent two hours trying to set up mics at her apartment, then came to Hannahs and we spent an hour and a 45 minutes trying to get i to work here. Please enjoy this week's installment of a new series we call "Oops, we're sorry"!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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N E W Same-isode A L E R T!!! This week we get all word vomity with positivity! Listen as @hannahhartzler and @mmmmskiiii teach you a really simplified (and we’re pretty sure correct) explanation of Adlerian Theory, why cutting your bangs while sad doesn’t have to be a bad thing and what it means to play musical chairs with your emotions! Listen on…
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S3 Episode 3 : No Penis Sock for Justin Timberlake
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As you can tell by the title, this week we're bringing you nothing but class. But you shouldn't expect anything less from Marisa and Hannah. On this episode we offend everyone over the age of thirty in the first 5 minutes! Then we talk movie friendships, dick prints, and anti-vaxers before we even start our stories! When we do eventually start talk…
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S3 Same-isode 2 : Ceremonial Shedding of my Skin
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In this episode Hannah and Marisa talk all things astrology. Sun signs, rising signs, the co-star app and how it throws shade everyday! Don't want to take responsibility for your actions? Theres a retrograde for that! Your relationship didn't fail you, Neptune did! Get some sage and cleanse your way into same-isode 2…
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S3 Episode 2 : Fuck Marry Kill | The Founding Fathers
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Wow. This ones a long one. There's A+ banter throughout as always. First Hannah brings us tales of one of Creepy Pasta's greatest, The Slenderman. Marisa continues to give us the spooks by delving into spiritualism and the notorious Fox sisters. Did we write these stories when it was still October and therefore more thematically appropriate? Absolu…
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You know how sometimes when you have a podcast, and instead of doing the stories you planned for said podcast, you and your cohost just talk about dating because omg dating is insane!? Welcome to the first Same-isode. It's the episode thats (theoretically) shorter, and where Marisa and Hannah talk about the SAME topic. Get it? SAME-isode? Listen to…
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S3 Episode 1 : Every Middle School Girl is Haunted
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We’re back with season 3! Yes, we did the thing where we just stopped recording. It was intentional! We swear! Today Marisa will teach you about the, surprisingly wholesome yet somehow shady at the same time, origin of the Ouija board! Then, Hannah is going to tell you about what happened before the horror that is the Amityville Horror! As well as …
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S2 Episode 26 : Hanglide Into The Next Dimension
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Hey look! A new episode! Only many weeks after our last one. We recorded this episode a million years ago and then got completely sidetracked by life. In this episode Hannah talks about the infamous Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a holocaust survivor who went on to become one of the world's most famous sex therapists. Then Marisa talks about Father Yod, Fath…
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S2 : Episode 25 I Would Never Be Afraid of a Man Named Steve Anderson
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In today's episode, we talk Gods and Gangsters. Marisa takes us back to the OG Olympic days! Then Hannah pays tribute the Original Machine Gun Kelly!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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HELLO DOLLY. This week Marisa covers the country legend herself, while Hannah shows you once again how history was written by males. As usual, tangents and stories abound. Enjoy! Rate and subscribe!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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In this episode, we recorded it about two weeks ago so I honestly don’t remember what we talked about. Surprise mystery episode. Listen to it!!!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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This one is distraction after distraction, you're welcome. Hannah brings light to a forgotten feminist icon Nellie Bly! Then Marisa fills Hannah in on all things Carrottop. Which we learn Hannah knew literally nothing about. Make sure to listen until the end to hear our hot takes on all things Disney Channel Original Movies.…
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S2 : Episode 21 We Should All Marry Our Cousins
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In todays episode we talk sex at the beginning, because of course we do. Then Marisa brings us into the fucked up story of Henrietta Lacks, the woman behind one of the most important cell lines in genetic research. Then Hannah tells us about badass Jasmine Plummer, the first female quarterback to take a Pop Warner youth league to the national champ…
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In todays episode Hannah and Marisa are coming back from brunch. They talk the Jordyn Woods scandal, they talk about Hannah's hair, some other stuff definitely happens and then the real show starts. At the top Hannah gives us old Hollywood realness, Dorothy Dandridge style. Then Marisa takes us into the world of DANCE with an expose on all things A…
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S2 Episode 19 : 1 Think He Fucked a Couch
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Welcome to 8 am recording on a Sunday after lots of drinking. Marisa and Hannah discuss hangovers, Marisa's venture into merch, school spirit and then go off on a sticker tangent. The actual topics of today's episode are both legends in their own lanes. Marisa dives into comedy legend, Dave Chappelle, while Hannah takes us down the catwalk of Super…
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S2 Episode 18 : Earhart and Mulaney
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In today's episode we're talking legends, of air and comedy. Hannah tells us about the Great Amelia Earhart, while leaving out Marisa's favorite Earhart conspiracy theory. Oops. Then Marisa delves into Kid Gorgeous himself, John Mulaney. Comedian, husband and all around swell dude, we round out the episode with jokes and a good time. Apologies for …
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S2 Episode 17 : Sorry Arkansas, Jesus wasn’t white!
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In today’s episode Marisa covers the architectural wonder and historic landmark that is the Winchester House! Built by ghosts and people alike! Then Hannah covers Daisy Bates, an American civil rights activist, publisher, and journalist who played a leading role in the Little Rock Integration Crisis of 1957.…
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S2 Episode 16 : We Don't Have Time To Unpack That
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In todays episode we discuss Marisa's comedy career moves, take a deep dive into the Russian Queen herself Katya Zamolodchikova, and then Hannah talks about her Idol Miss Bebe Rehxa! Make sure to subscribe, and rate us on itunes!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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Up just in time for your evening drive home! In todays episode Marisa takes us on a journey through the world of Bronies, and your feelings at the end might surprise you. Then we take a dive into the mother of drag herself, RuPaul. Like, rate and subscribe! And don't forget to follow us on all our social media platforms!…
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It's the Christmas Episode! In January! How very on brand of us! In this episode we sing a lot of christmas songs, Marisa is hungover and Hannah doesn't do her homework and it shows. Hannah talks out of her ass about fruitcake, and Marisa indulges us with the wicked ways of the Krampus! Enjoy!By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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S2 Episode 13 : I Didn't Mean To Kinkshame Bill Gates
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Episode 13 is brought to you by one massive hangover and many cups of coffee. Marisa terrifies Hannah with the story of the Max Headroom incident, and then Hannah takes on another suggestion from her parents, American singer and Guitarist, Sister Rosetta Tharpe.By Marisa Malahowski & Hannah Hartzler
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