In Season Two, Episode 1 of Thank You Five, I interview Kerron Stark, also known as “Mr. K,” the creator and host of Omaha’s live action educational preschool television series 'Mr. K's Clubhouse'. Kerron shares with us his personal background, and the early influences that shaped his love for performing and teaching. He discusses the development p…

Ready for an encore? Season 2 of Thank You 5 is coming this summer to shine a spotlight on Omaha's vibrant performing arts scene. I'm diving into more interviews, stories, and behind the scenes glimpses to celebrate the creativity buzzing in our city. Whether you're a seasoned theater goer or just curious about what's happening on stage, we've got …

Actor - Director - Playwright Kaitlyn McClincy drops by the greenroom to discuss her varied work in Omaha, including her direction of The Rocky Horror Show for OCP and Dis-Enchanted for The Candy Project; where she gets her inspiration for playwriting; and how the alternative programming series is shaping up.…

Veteran stage director and actor Susan Baer Collins drops by the green room to discuss her career in theatre, including her time with The Nebraska Theatre Caravan, WTBS in Atlanta (yes, with Ted Turner), and The Omaha Community Playhouse.By Daena Schweiger

Veteran stage director and actor Susan Baer Collins drops by the green room to discuss her career in theatre, including her time with The Nebraska Theatre Caravan, WTBS in Atlanta (yes, with Ted Turner), and The Omaha Community Playhouse.By Daena Schweiger

Veteran Stage Manager Steve Priesman drops by the greenroon to discuss his 35+ year career as a stage manager for the Omaha Community Playhouse, Norton Theatre, Grand Old Players, and the Omaha Symphony Christmas celebration. He reminisces about traveling to Austria and The Soviet Union with OCP, and his enduring friendship with Charles Jones…

Veteran actor Leanne Hill Carlson drops by the greenroom to discuss some of her memorable roles, including Belle in Beauty and the Beast, the Prime in Indecent, and Sarah in Murder Ballad. She also discusses her love of new works, and reminisces about her first lead role... in the first grade.By Daena Schweiger

On this St. Paddy's Day Thank You 5 I welcome choreographer Melanie Walters to the greenroom to discuss her penchant for sleeping through earthquakes, why show choir is nothing like 'Glee' and some of her favorite show memories.By Daena Schweiger

Veteran actor Connie Lee drops by the greenroom to discuss some of her favorite roles, her moving experience in Washington DC, and how she approaches the characters she creates.By Daena Schweiger

Veteran Nebraska Theatre Caravan, Omaha Community Playhouse, and Nebraska Shakespeare actor Cork Ramer drops by the green room to discuss some of his iconic performances, including performing as Ebenezer Scrooge on tour for 18 seasons with Nebraska Theatre Caravan, his love affair with Man of La Mancha, and of course... his favorite curse word.…

Amanda Fehlner, associate costume designer at the Omaha Community Playhouse, drops by the greenroom to discuss some of her more challenging designs and the world of cosplay (she has designed 31)!By Daena Schweiger

Ashley Laverty, founder of Kerfuffle, drops by the green room to discuss her work in theatre for the very young.By Daena Schweiger

Award winning actress and playwright Laura Campbell drops by the green room to discuss her plays Eminent Domain and Worms, and her most current stage role as Tracy in Sweat at the Omaha Community Playhouse.By Daena Schweiger

Beth Thompson, Artistic Director for the Shelterbelt Theatre, drops by to discuss her path to becoming a director, why she is passionate about new works, and gives us an update on the theatre's search for a new home.By Daena Schweiger

Kimberly Faith Hickman drops by the green room to discuss how a "Southern Girl" wound up as artistic director for the largest community theatre in the country and her extensive career as a director. We also get to hear yet another flub by the podcast host... and it's a doozy!By Daena Schweiger

Taylor Leigh Jackson drops by the green room to give us the lowdown on the role of the stage manager in theatre, opera, and ballet; why she loves to call complex shows; and of course… her favorite color.By Daena Schweiger

Omaha Community Playhouse Resident Music Director Jim Boggess drops by the green room to discuss his long and winding path to the Omaha Community Playhouse, his favorite (and not so favorite) shows, and what it would take to see him onstage again.By Daena Schweiger

Lighting and Scenic Design guru Steven Williams drops by the greenroom to discuss color theory, why he hasn't signed on yet to LED lights, and how the kid from New Mexico came to Omaha for 2 years but ended up staying 24 (and counting!)By Daena Schweiger

Darin Kuehler from the Omaha Community Playhouse drops by the green room to discuss water pitchers, saluting pigeons, and home brew!By Daena Schweiger

On May 27, 2019 Thank You 5 was invited to record a special event hosted by the Great Plains Theatre Conference. The event - Direct Address: Assorted Stories of Teachers, was hosted by Scott Working. As Scott said on the GPTC website... "As we honor the work of Maria Irene Fornes, who was such an inspiring mentor to so many playwrights, we have ask…

Youth Actor Chloe Irwin drops by the greenroom to discuss her most challenging roles throughout her busy, albeit early, stage career and lets us in on why she would love to sit down and chat with William Shakespeare!By Daena Schweiger

This week on Thank You 5 I welcome Lighting Designer Joshua Mullady to the green room. Topics will include his Guinness Book of World Records entry in the category of 2 year degree completion, why he thoroughly enjoys directing the Burke Rockstars program, and his OCP...ness. Yes, it sounds just like you think it would on headset. It was weird and …

Kate Wiig, Theatre Educator, drops by the greenroom to discuss her passion for teaching theatre to middle school students, her love of The Rose Theatre, and how she and her husband bonded over impacted wisdom teeth.By Daena Schweiger

Roxanne Wach stops by the greenroom and recounts her diverse 49-year journey in Omaha theatre, highlighting her roles as an actress, director, and designer, including directing notable productions like 'Return to Niobrara' and 'Fun Home'. She emphasizes her advocacy for new plays and inclusive environments within the theatre community, sharing pers…

Marie Schuett drops by the greenroom to discuss why she moved to Omaha to become a playwright and her upcoming projects. She also reveals some insider info on why rehearsals for The Break were so fun. Oh, and Daena asks ANOTHER dumb interview question. #CaptainObviousBy Daena Schweiger

Sarah Brown, interim Artistic Director for Nebraska Shakespeare, drops by the greenroom to discuss her career, what's new and exciting "On The Green" and, of course, her favorite colorBy Daena Schweiger

John Gibilisco drops by the greenroom to discuss his 40 year career at the Omaha Community Playhouse.By Daena Schweiger

Timothy Vallier drops by the greenroom to discuss his passion for music composition, his doctoral thesis, the bel canto style of singing, and his first theatrical role.By Daena Schweiger

Moira Mangiameli stops by the green room to discuss being a working actress in Omaha, why she feels it is important to be paid for your work, and favorite roles over the years.By Daena Schweiger

Amy Reiner stops by the greenroom to discuss her time in LA, her journey back to Omaha, time spent at The Omaha Community Playhouse, and her current role at The Bluebarn Theatre.By Daena Schweiger

Steve Krambeck drops by the greenroom to discuss his most memorable roles on the OCP stage and how he strikes a perfect work / life / theatre balance.By Daena Schweiger

Burke High School's Emily Mokrycki drops by the green room to discuss her journey to becoming a theatre educator, collaborating with her students, and where she sees her theatre program in 5 years.By Daena Schweiger

Playwright Ellen Struve drops by the green room to discuss how she became a playwright, her writing process, and real jazz.By Daena Schweiger

Camille Metoyer Moten, Omaha's most versatile singer, stops by the green room to discuss some of her most memorable roles at the Omaha Community Playhouse, working with Chuck Pennington, and how her faith lifted her up during her cancer journey.By Daena Schweiger