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Michigan Theatre & Film Talk

16 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

This podcast is dedicated to speaking with Metro Detroit's best Film and Theatre professionals.

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Episodes

Talking with Rob Winkworth

May 01, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

This week, we're talking with Michigan Talent Agent, Rob Winkworth. In this half of my VERY informative interview, we talk about the ups and downs of being an agent, one of the strangest auditions Rob has ever held, the one thing that you should NEVER show at an audition, the impersonal nature of the business, things that will get you kicked off the set, the future of the industry, and much more.

MTFT Hissong

April 10, 2020 12:27 - 53 minutes - 74 MB

This week, I am talking with Michigan actor/director Tobin Hissong. We discuss -short, fat Dracula's -starting over at 50 -finding connection on stage -playing a nice guy -some favorite directing moments -what make the Michigan Actor so great And much more. Check out more content on www.michiganchekhov.com

Talking with Jenny & Nancy Florkowski

March 08, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

This week we're talking with Nancy Florkowski, the Artistic Director of Motor City Youth Theatre (www.MCYT.org) and her daughter, Jenny Florkowski, a swing on the Broadway production of Wicked, the Musical. We talk about the importance of Children's Theatre (whether you go on to be an actor or not), Auditioning for Broadway, Getting an agent in New York, the ups and downs of being a broadway swing, bringing theatre to kids with disabilities and much, much more. For more videos and to see...

Talking with John Lepard

February 28, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

This week we're talking with Michigan Theatre & Film Actor AND Executive Director of Williamston Theatre, John Lepard. We'll be talking about: -Getting Started -Working with legendary playwright, Lanford Wilson on the world premiere of his play, Book of Days. -Starting Williamston Theatre -How theatre helps the local economy -What an Executive Director does -Working on Film -Doing work that's scary -and much, much more. For more videos like these and to see what we're up to, go to ...

Talking with Nancy Kammer

February 21, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

This week we're talking with Michigan Theatre Legend, Nancy Kammer. We talk about: Going from the city to the country • Why actors are awesome • The similarity between actors and vampires • Working in Guerilla Theatre • Working in a communal theatre • Burning Bridges • Looking for Music Under the words • Stage Directions • Difficult Roles • Turning Pain into Art • Being an agent for positive change • Auditioning: Not rejecting yourself • What the director is looking for And more!!!...

Talking with Rusty Mewha

February 12, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Today we're talking with professional theatre and film actor Rusty Mewha. This episode we talk about working in Michigan, the Purple Rose Life, working with famous people, and share why you should never say "Macbeth" in a theatre dressing room before a show. Don't forget to check us out on YouTube (@michigan chekhov) and Facebook (Michigan Michael Chekhov Classes-M2C2)

Talking with Diane Hill

February 06, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

This week we're talking with one of the Producing Artistic Directors of Theatre Nova in Ann Arbor, Michigan (https://www.theatrenova.org). We're talking about starting a theatre company, why theaters close, some great theatre horror stories, and much more.

Talking with Dennis North

January 22, 2020 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

Today we talk with the incomparable Dennis North, accomplished local film actor, theatre director, and acting teacher. Among the subjects we discuss are: • The Importance of Acting Teachers • Respecting the work • The tedium of working commercially • Getting the role in a major film • Working with great actors as a student and a teacher • Telling the truth on stage Enjoy!

Talking with James Kuhl, Part 2

January 16, 2020 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

We had so much fun (and coffee) that we had to do it again. Here is part 2 of my interview with James Kuhl, Producing Artistic Director of Tipping Point Theatre in Northville, Michigan. Today we talk about: • Economics vs. the Art in Theatre • Equity Costs • The Importance of Stage Managers • Theatre people as Goldfish • Being an artist in Michigan • Should you stay or should you go Enjoy!

Talking With James Kuhl, Part 1

December 18, 2019 13:43 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

Today I talk with the Producing Artistic Director of Tipping Point Theatre, James Kuhl. Among the topics we discuss: Internships vs. Apprenticeships, Directing, Meisner vs. Chekhov, Auditioning Tips, Taking classes, and getting to the theater in Michigan Traffic. So Much Fun. Join us.

Talking With Hames Kuhl, Part 1

December 18, 2019 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

Today I talk with the Producing Artistic Director of Tipping Point Theatre, James Kuhl. Among the topics we discuss: Internships vs. Apprenticeships , Directing, Meisner vs. Chekhov, Auditioning Tips, Taking classes, and getting to the theater in Michigan Traffic. So Much Fun. Join us.

Talking with Ashley M. Lyle

December 11, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

Today I talk with Michigan actress and founder of BLAQN about diversity in theatre, getting started, getting into and out of character and much more!

Talking with Barton Bund

December 04, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MB

Today I talk with Michigan Film and Theatre actor/director, Barton Bund. We talk about working in film, getting paid, Shakespeare, and much more. Don't miss it.

Talking with John Forman

November 27, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Today we talk with local Michigan Film Actor, John Forman. We talk about making music videos, independent film, the state of Michigan theatre and much more.

Michigan Theatre & Film Talk: EP02

November 20, 2019 16:02 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Today we speak with Dinah Tutein, Detroit Actor and Writer. We will be speaking on being an actor in Detroit Metro, acting as a person of color, and much more.

Michigan Theatre & Film Talk

November 13, 2019 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

For our first interview, I am on the set of Go Comedy Improv Theatre in Ferndale talking with PJ Jacokes. We talk about improv, michigan film, and much more. Check it out!