Best Upstaged Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 73 - 42 Balloons The Musical 1:12:12

3d ago1:12:12

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Episode 73 - 42 Balloons The Musical - We saw this production at the The Lowry Theatre, Salford Here is more detail about the production... https://42balloons.com/ and you can watch the trailer here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBijD-Hf2Ug This production is no longer on but fingers crossed it makes a return. Follow us Instagram, Facebook and…

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Episode 74: The Crust of the Matter 18:13

6h ago18:13

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Send us a Text Message. Synopisis. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Tori Hendel as the Pizza Pie Palace Worker, Peter Cosmas Sofronas as Jason Reyas, Rachael Rabinovitz as Hayley Gettelman, Samuel Berbel as Max, and Alexandre …

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Episode 73: Admission Accomplished 14:38

14d ago14:38

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Send us a Text Message. Synopisis. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Dan Murray as Tommy Hanson, Adam Heroux as David Sharpe, Jenny Fielding as Rachel Hanson, Chris Rose as Anthony Wallace, Samuel Berbel as Max, and Gordon Elli…

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Episode 72: Swinging for Defenses 15:52

30d ago15:52

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Send us a Text Message. Tommy is doing his best to navigate his time at Estelle's new apartment. Rachel's in the kitchen, John's in the dining room, Mary's all over the place, and as usual, Walter and Estelle are in the bedroom. Be afraid, Tommy. Be very afraid. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and…

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Misery 31:16

1M ago31:16

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Send us a Text Message. Michael asks Nathan to help him brainstorm for his upcoming production of Misery. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 72 - Unfortunate The Musical 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

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Episode 72 - Unfortunate The Musical - We saw this production at the Birmingham Hippodrome Here is more detail about the production... https://unfortunatemusical.com/ and you can watch the trailer here... https://youtu.be/qWRfEl9KW_M This production is on tour until the end of July 2024, you can book tickets here... https://unfortunatemusical.com/t…

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Episode 71: Upstaging the Newborn 16:20

1M ago16:20

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Send us a Text Message. David has to take his off-again, on-again parents to visit with Matt and Lisa (and Lisa's competitive parents). And Tommy has to help his grandmother unpack after her move — and tiptoe around his sort-of, but not completely estranged father. And then there's that thing that happened with David and Tommy before any of this. B…

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The Little Mermaid And Rigby Redd 40:05

1M ago40:05

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan discuss the challenges on their recent projects. Nathan directed a touring production of The Little Mermaid and Michael directed his original work, Rigby Redd. The music for Rigby Redd is available on any streaming platform! Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Theater in the Classrooms 24:16

2M ago24:16

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan discuss recent ways they've been involved in the educational system. Nathan talks about Legendary Productions rentals to schools of sets, props, and costumes, and Michael discusses his CTE (Career Technical Education) class and the products his classes create. A great listen for teachers wanting ideas to d…

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Episode 71 - The Crucible 39:09

2M ago39:09

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Episode 71 - The Crucible - We saw this production at the Sheffield Crucible Theatre Here is more detail about the production... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crucible This production is now no longer on but it may return. Follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @upstagedownstagepodBy upstagedownstagepod

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Episode 70: Ex Aspiration 18:49

2M ago18:49

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Send us a Text Message. Brin has reached her breaking point regarding her ex-husband Sean, and Rachel is about to find out why. Jax is reaching his own Sean breaking point. Can KC help distract him from it? Oh, and new new-guy Michael helps the gang deliver restored furniture to Hot Off the Press. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cos…

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Episode 70 - My Beautiful Laundrette 45:57

2M ago45:57

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Episode 70 - My Beautiful Laundrette - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve Here is more detail about the production... https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/whats-on/my-beautiful-laundrette-on-tour/ You can watch the trailer here... https://youtu.be/hHRurG63Kwk?si=Jb6bg-f3n_uBsyT1 This production is now no longer on tour but it may return. F…

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Episode 69 - Bonnie and Clyde The Musical on Tour 1:08:04

2M ago1:08:04

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Episode 69 - Bonnie and Clyde The Musical on Tour - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve Here is more detail about the production... https://bonnieandclydemusical.com You can watch the trailer here... https://youtu.be/UpgWZ0snjpk?si=ycCZz1uRBnPr_Y26 This production is on tour across the UK until October 2024 and you can find more details h…

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Episode 69: Not Making Excuses 15:24

2M ago15:24

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Send us a Text Message. While Tommy gets an unexpected visit from a rather unhappy KC, David has a heart-to-heart conversation with his pseudo-mother-in-law. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Damien LaCount as Steven Wagner, Da…

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Episode 68 - Minority Report 58:27

3M ago58:27

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Episode 68 - Minority Report - We saw this production at the Nottingham Playhouse Here is more detail about the production... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/minority-report/ You can watch the trailer here... https://youtu.be/EcRZCYZkYck This production is on at the Lyric Theatre Hammersmith until 18 May 2024 and you can find more details …

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Episode 68: The Waiting Game 16:34

3M ago16:34

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Send us a Text Message. While Matt and Lisa wait to see if her premature labor has slowed down, David contends with his parents' bombshell news — and an overly-humored Tommy. Meanwhile Estelle gets an unexpected guest while caring for Jordan. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter C…

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Episode 67: Expecting and the Unexpected 17:19

3M ago17:19

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Send us a Text Message. While David and Tommy are vacationing in New Hampshire, Lisa gets thrown a huge curve and Matt gets unnecessarily challenged at the absolute wrong time. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Barbara Bourgeoi…

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Episode 66: Follow Me and Take It Away 17:44

4M ago17:44

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Send us a Text Message. David really wants to know why Tommy is making him bring his new guitar on a hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Too bad Tommy isn't telling him. Meanwhile KC isn't telling Anthony why they're so upset with him for making breakfast. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed,…

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Theater Trivia 32:11

4M ago32:11

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Send us a Text Message. John, the soundman, challenges Michael and Nathan to a game of theater trivia. Do they actually know anything, or will they be stumped? Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 65: Kid, the Eye Candy, and the New New Guy 14:56

4M ago14:56

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Send us a Text Message. Jason drags Nick to The Vintage Marketplace to find some stuff for the house. Will he survive the experience? Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Peter Cosmas Sofronas as Jason Reyas, Alexandre Abdoulaev a…

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Bell, Book and Candle/ Little Shop of Horrors 31:48

4M ago31:48

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan discuss the challenges of putting up their recent productions. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 67 - Spy Monkey's The Frogs 49:05

5M ago49:05

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Episode 67 - Spy Monkey's The Frogs - We saw this production at the Royal and Derngate Theatre Northampton Here is more detail about the production... https://spymonkey.co.uk/spymonkeys-the-frogs/ This production is at the Kiln Theatre until March 2024 and you can find more details here https://kilntheatre.com/whats-on/the-frogs/ Follow us Instagra…

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Episode 66 - The Drifter's Girl 52:15

5M ago52:15

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Episode 66 - White Christmas - We saw this production at the Regent Theatre Stoke Here is more detail about the production... https://thedriftersgirl.com/about You can watch the trailer here... https://youtu.be/LUnb7WvkWAQ?si=sQqUTPpr5edw4Gt8 This production is on tour until May 2024 and you can find more details here https://thedriftersgirl.com/uk…

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Episode 65 - White Christmas 1:11:56

5M ago1:11:56

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Episode 65 - White Christmas - We saw this production at the Sheffield Crucible Here is more detail about the production... https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-white-christmas This production over now but who knows it may return in the future! Follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @upstagedownstagepod…

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Episode 64 - Cinderella 37:02

5M ago37:02

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Episode 64 - Cinderella - We saw this production at the Nottingham Playhouse Here is more detail about the production... https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/cinderella/ This production over now but you will be sure to see more pantos fun in the future! Follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @upstagedownstagepod…

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Episode 64: Driving Missed David 17:26

5M ago17:26

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Send us a Text Message. David's back. Will Tommy let him explain where he was or will an even bigger fight ensue? Meanwhile James and Christine are hosting an evening beach picnic with friends. Nothing can go wrong there, right? Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas…

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Episode 63 - Dick Whittington 56:53

5M ago56:53

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Episode 63 - Dick Whittington - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal Nottingham Here is more detail about the production... https://trch.co.uk/star-studded-pantomime-launches/ This production over now but you will be sure to see more pantos fun in the future! Follow us Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @upstagedownstagepod…

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Questions From Our Listeners 33:49

5M ago33:49

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan take questions from listeners, and discuss advice to new playwrights, casting family members, loyalty vs talent, and the discussion of politics in the theater. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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How We're Putting 2&2 Together: Season 3 Mid-Season Catch Up and a Look Ahead 21:53

5M ago21:53

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Send us a Text Message. Join writer/director Peter Cosmas Sofronas and Tommy Hanson actor Dan Murray as they talk about the progress of Season 3 so far and hint at what's to come in the rest of Season 3 (along with hints at Seasons 4 and 5). Support the Show. Scripts of Two and Two Together and the first two seasons of Putting 2&2 Together can be p…

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Upcoming Shows At Legendary Productions and Play With Your Food 29:42

5M ago29:42

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan discuss the shows on their line ups. Michael talks about his love for the mischief Theater Company. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Lessons from 2023 28:33

5M ago28:33

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan reflect on the year 2023 and the lessons they learned. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Back in the Saddle 31:04

6M ago31:04

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Send us a Text Message. After a mid season hiatus, Michael and Nathan are back, and catching up with everything that transpired in their lives over the last few months. Nathan discusses his latest production, and Michael talks about his recent trip to New York. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 62 - The Woman in Black 53:52

6M ago53:52

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Episode 62 - The Woman in Black - We saw this production at the Theatre Royal Nottingham Here is more detail about the production... https://thewomaninblack.com/about Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/37d3OwMrHBw This production is on tour until June 2024 and you can find out the venues and dates here... https://thewomaninblack.com/tour-dates…

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Episode 61 - The Book Thief The Musical 44:37

6M ago44:37

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Episode 61 - The Book Thief The Musical - We saw this production at the Leicester Curve Here is more detail about the production... https://www.curveonline.co.uk/whats-on/shows/the-book-thief/ Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/FjudB325TWE?si=F7xEWawlUJ8TbyxP you can also watch rehearsal footage here... https://youtu.be/ekXi2b9kVDo?si=jNVucL2A…

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Episode 63: Absent without Leads 15:52

6M ago15:52

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Send us a Text Message. David is still missing. Tommy is looking everywhere for him — including places he doesn't really want to look. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Nick Gould as Matt Sharpe, Dan Murray as Tommy Hanson, Leo…

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Episode 60 - Outlawed 46:46

6M ago46:46

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Episode 60 - Outlawed - We saw this production at Nonsuch Studios Nottingham Here is more detail about the production... https://www.nonsuchstudios.co.uk/whatson/outlawed This production is on but please follow the performers for whatever they are in next, they are as follows... Lottie Manning/Hunter Gather as Robin Hood Solaya Sang as Maid Marian …

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Episode 59 - Noises Off 44:14

6M ago44:14

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Episode 59 - Noises Off - We saw this production at The Rep Birmingham Here is more detail about the production... https://www.birmingham-rep.co.uk/whats-on/noises-off/ Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/WM3qv0rsJE0?si=tUQBvmgKD9knVmU3 This production is on tour until mid 2024 find venues and dates below... https://www.uktw.co.uk/Tour/Play/Noi…

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Episode 62: Matters To Discuss… and a Few To Phone in 16:40

7M ago16:40

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Send us a Text Message. Tommy needs to to damage control after his fight with David. Will he cause more while trying fix things? Meanwhile, Brin has some damage control of her own after intercepting Sean's phone call. Nick needs a favor from his brother — on top of the favor Jason's already doing. And Maureen owes Rachel an answer. Based on the pla…

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Episode 58 - Heathers The Musical 1:11:50

7M ago1:11:50

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Episode 58 - Heathers The Musical - We saw this production at Theatre Royal Nottingham and The Other Palace in London Here is more detail about the production... https://www.heathersthemusical.com/about Watch the Trailer here https://youtu.be/5iH6LLt2AiU?si=6k2uzsw94V0rFng0 This production has finished but who knows it may return in the future You …

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Episode 57 - Miss Saigon 40:03

7M ago40:03

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Episode 57 - Miss Saigon - We saw this production at Sheffield Crucible Here is more detail about the production... https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-miss-saigon This production has finished but who knows it may return in the future You can watch a performance of Last Night of the World here https://youtu.be/ikbbBOizGXQ?si…

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Episode 61: Omission Impassable 17:16

7M ago17:16

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Send us a Text Message. Maureen inadvertently sets an avalanche in motion with David. And Jax is hiding something big from Brin. What will she do when she finds out what? Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Dan Murray as Tommy Ha…

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Episode 60: Just in the Time of Nick 18:36

8M ago18:36

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Send us a Text Message. Nick unexpectedly has to deal with David. Or is that the other way around? Meanwhile KC and Tommy finally get together to discuss their project while Maureen has a meeting with Rachel. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order…

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Episode 59: Risk Ménage-Ment 16:53

8M ago16:53

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Send us a Text Message. Tommy gets a triple surprise when Jason tries to introduce him to his brother Nick. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Peter Cosmas Sofronas as Jason Reyas, Dan Murray as Tommy Hanson, Alexandre Abdoulaev…

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Episode 58: None of "My" Business 18:10

8M ago18:10

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Send us a Text Message. David is excited that Rachel wants to meet with him after many months of silence. Is he ready to hear what she wants? Meanwhile, Hayley gets a surprise from Walter while Max learns about Jax's nightmare and Tommy contends with a nightmare of a meltdown. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written…

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Controversial Lessons in Theater 31:23

8M ago31:23

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan host a small panel discussion about the lessons taught in theater, particularly the controversial lessons. This can apply to educational theater, church theater, community theater, etc. It is nearly impossible to create deep, thought provoking theater without offending someone. How do you paint an accurate…

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Episode 57: Things That Keep Us Up at Night 19:47

9M ago19:47

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Send us a Text Message. It seems like nobody can sleep tonight. In this series of vignettes, the cast is forced look within (and sometimes without) to finally get the sleep they need. Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of appearance) Alexander…

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Casting Different Races 37:59

9M ago37:59

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Send us a Text Message. Colby Banks joins Michael and Nathan to discuss the casting of different races in productions. Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 56: A Taste To Acquire 19:09

9M ago19:09

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Send us a Text Message. David's doing Tommy a big favor by collecting some antique bookshelves from Estelle's house. How guilty can he make him feel? And is he prepared for what greets him there? Meanwhile Tommy and Brin try not to settle back into their old ways with each other. Will they succeed? Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Co…

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Steel Magnolias In The Round 27:36

9M ago27:36

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Send us a Text Message. Michael and Nathan discuss Nathan's recent production of Steel Magnolias, done in the round. Nathan has never tried directing "in the round" but he didn't let that stop him. Listen and hear what he learned! Support the Show.By Michael Tennant and Nathan Prince

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Episode 55: Sprinkle, Spit, Pop, Spin, and Poke-r 17:41

10M ago17:41

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Send us a Text Message. A poker game and a baby sprinkle. Well, not at the same time. Well, yes at the same time. Just not at the same place. Which one will be more fun and which one will have more drama? Based on the play Two and Two Together by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Written, Directed, and Produced by Peter Cosmas Sofronas. Starring (in order of …

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