Today on the podcast:

Tyler S. Elliot stops by to talk about the Hedgerow Theatre production of “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” by Frank Capra, on stage through December 29th. Here is my interview with Tyler S. Elliot for Hedgerow Theatre’s It’s A Wonderful Life.

FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION: https://www.hedgerowtheatre.org

Today on the podcast: Taysha Marie Canales, stops by to talk about the Wilma Theater co-production with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, The Comeuppance by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Extended On stage through December 14th. Here is my interview with Taysha Marie Canales for The Comeuppance.

Today on the podcast:

Artistic Director Seth Rozin and Co-Director J Paul Nicholas stop by to talk about the Interact Theatre American Premiere of MORENO by Pravin Wilkins. On stage through November 24th. Here is my interview with Seth Rozin and J Paul Nicholas for Moreno.

MORENO

by Pravin Wilkins

November 1-24

American Premiere!

When Kaepernick kneels, will he?

2016. The NFL has been shaken by Colin Kaepernick’s controversial decision to take a knee during the national anthem to protest against police brutality. Superstar running back Luis Moreno, who is all about his game – and his paycheck -- has joined a new team with championship aspirations. But America’s leadership is changing, and when a painful new reality hits close to home, Luis is forced to ask whether politics have a place on the field, and if he is willing to risk his career to take a stand for his own community.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://interacttheatre.org

Today on the podcast: Simone Lawrence stops by to talk about the upcoming event, The Coronation: An All-Black Drag King Show and Art Exhibition. Featuring Philadelphia black drag kings. A celebration of black excellancé. Here is my interview with Simone Lawrence for The Coronation.

CYRUS K. STRATTON

From the Haus of Stratton’s, this King is known for his 80s & 90s excellancé and showing us the moves needed to win your hearts all over the dance floor. Cyrus comes clutch from hosting and having involvement in multiple amateur drag shows and Drag King events in Philadelphia.

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https://metrophiladelphia.com/the-coronation-all-black-drag-king-philly/

A NEW PERFORMANCE BY MORGAN BASSICHIS

WITH ORIGINAL MATERIAL BY FRANK MAYA

DIRECTED BY SAM PINKLETON

MUSICAL RECREATIONS BY NATASHA JACOBS

SCENIC RECREATION BY ELI WOODS HARRISON

October 25–26, 2024

In a desperate attempt to prove they can think about someone other than themself, Morgan Bassichis revisits queer comedian, musician, and performance artist Frank Maya’s 1987 show, Frank Maya Talks. Maya was among the “first out gay comedians on network television” and on the precipice of mainstream success before his death from AIDS-related complications in 1995. This new “solo” performance humbly attempts to ensure Maya’s legacy is no longer overlooked while also resolving the bottomless queer search for laughter in times of crisis and for fame and father figures and intense attachment dynamics no matter how fleeting.

https://www.morganbassichis.com/ 

MORGAN BASSICHIS (They/Them) is a comedian, musician, and writer who has been called “a tall child or, well, a big bird” by The Nation and “fiercely hilarious” by The New Yorker. Their past performances include A Crowded Field (Abrons Arts Center, 2023), Questions to Ask Beforehand (Bridget Donahue, 2022), Don’t Rain On My Bat Mitzvah (co-created with Ira Khonen Temple, Creative Time, 2021), Nibbling the Hand that Feeds Me (Whitney Museum, NYC, 2019), Klezmer for Beginners (co-created with Ethan Philbrick, Abrons Arts Center, NYC, 2019), Damned If You Duet (The Kitchen, NYC, 2018), More Protest Songs! (Danspace Project, NYC, 2018), and The Faggots & Their Friends Between Revolutions: The Musical (co-created with TM Davy, DonChristian Jones, Michi Ilona Osato, and Una Aya Osato, New Museum, NYC, 2017). 

A contemporary and surprising adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic tale of horror FRANKENSTEIN, adapted and directed by Dave Ebersole. This fresh re-imagination will be staged in the historic Lathem Hall on Widener University’s campus for a limited engagement from October 10-20.

Lightbooth Blackout is partnering with The Lone Brick Theatre Company at Widener University to produce an original adaptation of Frankenstein this October.

This fresh re-imagination will be staged in the historic Lathem Hall on Widener University’s campus. Our production fuses Mary Shelly’s text and early stage adaptations with modern dialogue, an amazing cast, and an original score that will be played live throughout the show.

FOR MORE INFROMATION:

FRANKENSTEIN

https://daveebersole.com/ 

https://lightboothblackout.com/

The Lone Brick Theatre Company

https://lonebricktheatre.weebly.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/lonebricktheatreco/?checkpoint_src=any 

Local Playwright, Erlina Ortiz drops in to talk about the Philadelphia Premiere of “La Egoista” directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo on stage at Philadelphia Theatre Company in association with Edgewood Entertainment. Here’s my interview with Erlina Ortiz for the Philadelphia Premiere of La Egoista. 

Today on the podcast:

TS Hawkins, Gabrielle Corsaro and author Tina Strawn talk about the Angel Pirate Production “the Are We Free Yet? project”. An elevated stage reading based on the book Are We Free Yet? The Black Queer Guide to Divorcing America. Here is my interview with AngelPirate Productions for “the Are We Free Yet? project

The Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl is an annual event that brings together book lovers and supports independent bookstores in the city. The idea for the crawl came from the organizer's experiences with similar events in other cities. Last year, the crawl had over 100,000 people access the Google map created for the event. This year, there are 34 participating bookstores. The crawl not only promotes bookstores but also creates a sense of community and discovery as participants explore different neighborhoods and find new books and recommendations. The conversation explores the Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl and the importance of supporting local bookstores. The guests discuss their own bookstores, Multiverse Philly and Binding Agents, and the unique experiences they offer. They also share their love for books and the joy of reading. The conversation highlights the value of book clubs and the sense of community they provide. The guests discuss the upcoming Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl and the special events and discounts that will be available. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of supporting independent bookstores and the role they play in fostering a love of reading and building community.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://phillybookstorecrawl.com

John's autobiographical museum exhibition "The Rose Garden" is now on view at the Fabric Workshop + Museum through Sept. 29. https://fabricworkshopandmuseum.org/pressreleases/fwm-presents-john-jarboe-the-rose-garden/

The stage version, "Rose: You Are Who You Eat," makes its DC debut June 5-23 at Wooly Mammoth. https://www.woollymammoth.net/productions/rose-you-are-who-you-eat/

The Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts return to the podcast with the 2024 PVLA The Arts Affair. We learn about PVLA’s year and meet the artists participating in the event. Here is our interview with PVLA for The Arts Affair.