Best Neuse Little Theatre Podcasts (2024)

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Neuse Little Podcast - 2024 Cannon Nominations 21:56

9d ago21:56

21:56

Matt and Meta discuss the nominations for the 2024 Cannon Awards. The Cannons, named after long-time supporter Doris Cannon, are NLT's acting awards that is held at the end of every season. We are so fortunate to have so much talent. We look forward to bringing you the winners after our Awards Gala in 2 weeks! Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Madagascar Summer 2024 25:12

15d ago25:12

25:12

Matt sits down with a few members of the cast of Madagascar, Jr. and they discuss their experiences at this year’s NLT summer camp. Guests: Patsy Castellano, Julia Scalice, Nolan Anckner, Jayden Grisafi, Caleb Humphrey, Ryan Jernigan, and Ava Wilson Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatr…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Angel Street Cast 30:07

2M ago30:07

30:07

Angel Street closes out NLT’s 49th season and the cast and director stop by to discuss the origin of the term “gaslight” and staging this Victorian thriller for a modern audience. Guests: Theressa Rose, Larry Grey, Kirk Davidson, Marianna Morin, Joyce Kilpatrick-Jordan, Noah Denton Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody W…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Ivories at the Gilbert 41:59

3M ago41:59

41:59

The cast and crew of Ivories playing at The Gilbert Theater in Fayetteville stop by to discuss why there should be more stage horror and of talk of their recently staged musical Assassins. Guests: Lawrence Carisle III, Michelle Rutherford, Dan Adams, Justin Gore-Pike Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit N…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Unnecessary Farce Cast 33:55

3M ago33:55

33:55

The cast of the zany comedy Unnecessary Farce stop by to chat about bittersweet farewells, small words, copious amounts of doors and a brief foray into meat. Enjoy. Guests: Titania Ruffino, Jorge Sepulveda, Larry Grey, Keith Allen Davis Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neus…

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Neuse Little Podcast - 50th Anniversary Announcement 16:24

4M ago16:24

16:24

Matt and Meta unveil the much anticipated lineup of shows for NLT’s 50th Anniversary. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Leave a review and let us know what you think.…

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Neuse Little Podcast - 2024 Oscar Movies 49:54

5M ago49:54

49:54

While the next show rehearses we take it off-stage and onto the silver screen. Abby, Justin, Tamara and Matt talk about some of the most critically acclaimed movies of 2023. Movies discussed include: Oppenheimer, Barbie, Poor Things, Maestro and The Holdovers. Guests: Abigail Jordan, Tamara Baltazar, Justin Gore-Pike Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Pro…

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Neuse Little Podcast - The Lion in Winter 44:51

5M ago44:51

44:51

For this month’s episode we have a sampling of the cast from NLT’s show The Lion in Winter. Join us we talk to newcomers Noah and Larry on navigating complicated characters, unhealthy family dynamics and what’s it’s like acting for the first time at the hut. Guests: Noah Denton, Larry Gray, Stephanie Veren Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Christmas Trivia 43:54

7M ago43:54

43:54

Join Matt, Meta, Justin, Tam and Keith in a festive round of Christmas movie trivia. Hear if team Krampus or team Scrooge takes home the coveted Christmas Wig. Guests: Justin Gore-Pike, Tamara Baltazar, and Keith Davis Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org…

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Neuse Little Podcast - The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular Cast 30:43

9M ago30:43

30:43

The cast and director come chat about the upcoming show at NLT The Charitable Sisterhood Christmas Spectacular. Discussions include working on memorization, cast bonding and an ill-fated pre-rehearsal wine walk. Guests: Stephanie Veren, Theressa Rose, Nancy Gibbs, Emily Snow, Nichole Braswell, and Sheila Lane Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: M…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Benson Little Theatre 49:22

10M ago49:22

49:22

Matt and Meta are joined by the head-honchos at Benson Little Theater Jeri Keith Liles and DH Johnson. They discuss their upcoming 25th season and talk about the current play about to open, the stage adaption of the cult-favorite movie Clue. Guests: DH Johnson and Jeri Keith Liles Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Wa…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Willy Wonka (2023-09-23) 21:19

10M ago21:19

21:19

Matt and Meta are joined by a small contingent of the Willy Wonka cast. Listen to different perspectives on the message of the show, backstage insights and also hear us complain about how hot it was during the recording of this episode. Guests: Abbie Claire Donaldson, Asher Saab, Randy Jordan, and Kenny Howell Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Johnston County Arts Council (2023-08-11) 34:26

12M ago34:26

34:26

Matt chats with members of the Johnston County Arts Council about their new book Johnston County Creates. Guests: Evelyn Wool, Judy Boyette, Joyce Kilpatrick-Jordan Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Leave a…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Summer Camp Frozen Cast & Cannon Nominations 48:20

1y ago48:20

48:20

Summer is here and that means it’s time for NLT’s annual youth program. This year they are presenting “Disney’s Frozen, kids.” Matt and Meta chat with the director Patsy Castellano, music director Karen Mollins, as well as cast members Gianna Gresafi, Julia Scalice and Mackenzie Hill. Also stick around for the last bit of the show to hear the actin…

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Neuse Little Podcast - The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (2023-05-19) 36:23

1y ago36:23

36:23

Matt and Meta sit down with a portion the cast of 176th NLT production The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. The conversation delves into developing a western onstage, intimacy training, love triangles and more. Guests: Madeline Snow, Owen Lewis, Daniel E.D. Brown, Randall Lawrence-Hurt Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Season 49 Announcement 29:25

1+ y ago29:25

29:25

Join Matt, Meta and Keith as they announce Neuse Little Theatre’s 49th season (2023-2024). Guest: Keith Davis Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Leave a review and let us know what you think.…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Things My Mother Taught Me Cast (2023-03-31) 28:59

1+ y ago28:59

28:59

The charming cast of NLT’s 175th production discuss the similarities of their characters to their real-life selves, their expectations of opening weekend and acting in a modern romantic comedy. Guests: Titania Ruffino (Olivia), Marz McCallister (Gabe), Julia Kapke (Lydia), Will Snow (Wyatt), Angela Arant (Karen), Dan Ruffino (Carter) Host & Creator…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Monte Carlo Cast (2023-02-17) 40:37

1+ y ago40:37

40:37

The director and (almost) all of the cast of Monte Carlo join us to talk about the behind the scenes process of bringing this dramedy to life onstage and how it connects with their offstage lives. Guests: Julz McCallister, Jaynesha Davis, Virginia Edwards, Bowen Thomson, Stephanie Veren Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: C…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Movies 2022 (2023-01-18) 1:05:48

1+ y ago1:05:48

1:05:48

WARNING: SPOILERS! We are back with our first show of 2023 where we discuss some of favorite movies of the previous year. Enjoy! Guests: Keith Davis and Abigail Jordan Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Leav…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Boeing Boeing Cast (2022-11-16) 40:55

1+ y ago40:55

40:55

Join the cast and crew of Boeing Boeing as they discuss Italian translations, comic timing and unexpected delays. Then in the latter portion of the podcast we veer off and talk about the late-comedian Gallagher for no good reason. Enjoy! Guests: Sequilla Arita, Theressa Rose, Randall Lawrence-Hurt, Kathi Nixon, and Patsy Castellano Host & Creator: …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Johnston County Heritage Ghost Walk (2022-10-30) 39:57

1+ y ago39:57

39:57

We take the Johnston County Heritage Center Ghost Walk (held Oct 27) and learn about the local history of JoCo about some not so familiar people, from a team of both familiar and new folks. Hope you enjoy. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on…

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Neuse Little Podcast - A Murder is Announced Cast (2022-09-23) 24:27

2y ago24:27

24:27

A few cast members from NLT’s season premiere “A Murder is Announced” discuss working on an 80s version of an Agatha Christie story. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Patricia Barta, Kathi Nixon, Daniel E.D. Brown Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Tony (2022-09-09) 35:06

2y ago35:06

35:06

Director Tony Pender returns and discusses the challenges of presenting Agatha Christie to a modern audience with modern technology. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Tony Pender Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehte…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Season 48 Overview (2022-08-27) 24:05

2y ago24:05

24:05

Meta and Matt preview the 48th season of Neuse Little Theatre. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at www.neuselittlehteatre.org follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Leave a review and let us know what …

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Neuse Little Podcast - DH (2022-08-12) 43:03

2y ago43:03

43:03

Come listen to our conversation with DH Johnson as we talk about what’s in store next season at Benson Little Theatre. Then we talk about older movies based on plays with a brief foray into a discussion of the pros and cons of method acting. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: DH Johnson Host & Creator:…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Darius & Theressa (2022-07-30) 42:29

2y ago42:29

42:29

For our 50th episode we welcome back our first guests. Darius and Theressa Rose return to talk the state of NLT and 50th anniversary ideas. We hope you enjoy. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Darius Rose & Theressa Rose Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * vis…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Summer Movie Review (2022-07-15) 38:30

2y ago38:30

38:30

Summer is blazing away, and NLT is taking a break from the heat with our 48th season picking up in August. Join us as we kick back and talk about summer movies and try to not die of heat-stroke in this off-the-wall episode. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Keith Davis Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Pr…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Summer Camp/Cannon Awards Recap (2022-07-02) 48:11

2y ago48:11

48:11

After taking a break in June we’re back with repeat guest Patsy Castellano and newcomer Karen Mollins, join us as we chat about the Neuse Little Theatre Summer Drama Camp coming back after a 2-year hiatus due to the pandemic, and after that Meta and I recap NLT’s annual award ceremony The Cannons. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole …

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Neuse Little Podcast - The Trip to Bountiful Cast (2022-05-27) 30:05

2y ago30:05

30:05

Hear from a few cast members of The Trip to Bountiful opening Friday May 27th. We talk about a variety of topics such as backgrounds, motivations and making the most out of tech week. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Edith Berry, Caroline Chavez, Tim Russell Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: M…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Meta (2022-05-13) 35:56

2y ago35:56

35:56

Join Matt and Meta as they set out to discuss the finale of Neuse Little Theatre’s 47th season Trip to Bountiful and how they get delightfully distracted along the way. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little Theatre at w…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Anita (2022-04-30) 42:40

2y ago42:40

42:40

Join us we talk to one of the most talented people at our humble hut. Set painter/set dresser Anita Liverman stops by the show and discusses her favorite sets to paint, her unique eye for detail and her other artistic forays in the Smithfield community. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Anita Liverm…

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Neuse Little Podcast - 'Til Beth Do Us Part Cast (2022-04-15) 36:47

2+ y ago36:47

36:47

In our latest episode, we talk with three cast members of the current NLT production, 'Til Beth Do Us Part. We find out about the show, their roles, and their experiences with NLT and other area theater groups. Show runs April 15 & 16, 2022. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Laurie Evans, Bethany R…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Abigail (2022-04-01) 36:10

2+ y ago36:10

36:10

The director of NLT’s 170th production 'Til Beth Do Us Part, Abigail Jordan, joins us on the show this week. Hear us chat about working with an experienced cast, having a crew that supports you and navigating the pitfalls of being a first-time director. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Abigail Jord…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Beth (2022-03-18) 40:24

2+ y ago40:24

40:24

Join us as we talk to Beth Cannon about her late mother Doris’ contributions to the founding of NLT and her work in the arts and culture of Johnston County. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Beth Cannon Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Neuse Little The…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Larry (2022-03-04) 40:17

2+ y ago40:17

40:17

While we’re in between shows at NLT we welcome back Lawrence Carlisle III artistic director at the Gilbert Theater in Fayetteville, NC to talk about their upcoming show, his hatred of all things popular and then we all decide to crap on Andrew Lloyd Webber. Enjoy! Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: L…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Outsiders Cast (2022-02-18) 30:04

2+ y ago30:04

30:04

This week we talk to a small portion of The Outsiders cast. Grace, Jack and Bo take us through the rehearsal process and tell us what to expect from the 169th NLT production. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Grace D’Entremont, Jack D’Entremont, Bowen Thomson Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: M…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Tony Outsiders (2022-02-04) 42:52

2+ y ago42:52

42:52

Join us as we welcome back Tony Pender to the show. In this episode he talks about directing NLT’s new production “The Outsiders” premiering at the hut February 18th and runs two weekends. We discuss his vision for the show, working with several new teens in the cast and overall themes from the classic S.E. Hinton YA novel and how they translate to…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Bill & Joyce (2022-01-21) 42:20

2+ y ago42:20

42:20

Join us as we talk to longtime NLT veteran Bill Jordan about his experience puppeteering the plant from Little Shop of Horrors and his work on keeping the hut up and running as well as several memorable roles onstage. His wife Joyce also rejoins the podcast to talk about her responsibilities as business manager for NLT. Host and Creator: Matt Gore …

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Neuse Little Podcast - 2021 Movies (2022-01-07) 53:12

2+ y ago53:12

53:12

The first NLT show of 2022 is in production and while they rehearse, we thought we’d take things from the stage to the silver screen this episode. Join Matt, Keith, Justin and Larry as they talk about some of the best movies of 2021. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Keith Davis, Justin Gore-Pike, …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Cajun Christmas (2021-12-24) 6:33

2+ y ago6:33

6:33

Greg Hill reads "Cajun Night Before Christmas" by "TROSCLAIR", edited by Howard Jacobs, and illustrated by James Rice. Pelican Publishing Company originally published 1973. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Greg Hill Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * visit Ne…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Fred (2021-12-10) 49:34

2+ y ago49:34

49:34

This week we talk to longtime NLT actor, board member and all-around handyman Fred Toole. Hear him reminisce about hosting the Cannons as well as being a part of several classic NLT shows. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Fred Toole Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Explorers Club Wrap-up (2021-11-26) 48:27

2+ y ago48:27

48:27

We end the 168th production of Neuse Little Theatre at the beginning. Prop master Greg Hill, set designer Meta Toole and director Matt Gore discuss bringing The Explorers Club to the NLT stage. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guests: Greg Hill Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Explorers Club Cast (2021-11-12) 40:00

2+ y ago40:00

40:00

Join us as we talk to three cast members of The Explorer’s Club playing at the hut November 12, 13, 14, 19 and 20. All three guests are making their debut at the hut so we get to know them a little better and ask about their favorite aspects of the show and what it’s like working NLT for the first time. Host and Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Todd (2021-10-30) 34:38

2+ y ago34:38

34:38

Due to technical difficulties and weather, we had to scrap our previous plans for a spooky Halloween episode and interviewed Todd Johnson of the Johnston County Heritage Center about his experiences as musical director. Also, all of his work with the Heritage Center and the Ava Gardner Museum. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Musi…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Halloween Chat (2021-10-15) 33:51

3y ago33:51

33:51

Before our ghostly Halloween special in two weeks we sit down and talk about a bizarre incident of theft with a spooky twist, favorite Halloween movies and we replay a dramatic reading of The Raven recorded last year. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Nancy part 2 (2021-10-01) 42:33

3y ago42:33

42:33

The laughs continue on the second part of our conversation with Nancy Gibbs. We hear about being Glinda in Wizard of Oz, the consequences of giving Toto bits of hotdog in an enclosed space and other stories from behind the scenes at the hut. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Nancy Gibbs Host & Creator…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Nancy part 1 (2021-09-17) 42:57

3y ago42:57

42:57

The talented and wonderful Nancy Gibbs joins us on the show to talk about being a Tik Tok celebrity and about starting in NLT’s 47th season opener Never Too Late (which opens TODAY! Call 919-934-1873 to reserve seats) and other NLT behind the scenes stories. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Nancy Gib…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Randy & Abigail (2021-09-03) 53:36

3y ago53:36

53:36

Long time NLT vets and father/daughter Randy and Abigail Jordan sit down with us and talk about what it’s like playing despicable characters, favorite NLT shows and what it’s like taking on one of the greatest and weightiest plays of all time as a first time director. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest:…

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Neuse Little Podcast - Leanne part 2 (2021-08-20) 37:05

3y ago37:05

37:05

We continue our conversation with Leanne Bernard and talk about challenges she's faced as a director and her new career path as a spiritual medium. This leads us to share our personal spooky encounters with the other side. Special guest: Tamara Baltazar sits in for a moment as well. Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody …

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Neuse Little Podcast - Leanne part 1 (2021-08-06) 45:53

3y ago45:53

45:53

Our 47th Season is moving forward and so are we. We're back to interviewing your NLT favorites. In part 1 of our interview with Leanne Bernard, we talk about her time on stage at the hut and helping out with the summer drama program. Enjoy! Host & Creator: Matt Gore * Producer: Meta Toole * Music by: Cody Walker * Guest: Leanne Bernard Host & Creat…

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