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Pepperfox Podcast

54 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratings

Headshot photographer and actress gives her tips and tricks for auditioning and living a creative lifestyle. Packed with interviews of actors and creatives.

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Ep. 53 Starting a Theatre Company with Hale Centre Theatre's Co-Founder Sally Dietlein

December 14, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Bre and Sally talk about the humble beginnings of the wildly successful Hale Centre Theatre in Utah, and the principles it took to get their creative endeavor off the ground. One of the most inspiring episodes yet!   Full show notes here.

Ep. 52 Les Miserables and Phantom of the Opera Tour With Dallyn Bayles

December 08, 2020 01:36 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Bre and Dallyn talk about following inspiration and how that has led him to big opportunities. From solo recording albums to the Les Miserables Tour to The Phantom of the Opera Tour, Dallyn has so much to share about what has helped him along the way. Full Show Notes here.

Ep. 51 How To Like Yourself In Photos with Life Coach Melinda Welch

November 21, 2020 07:22 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MB

As actors, getting used to our image is part of our job. LOVING our image will only strengthen our game. Bre and Life Coach, Melinda Welch discuss actual tangible things we can do to love our photos more and ourselves more. We hone in on the power actors harness with gratitude and how understanding our brains will help us audition and perform better. This is a woman-power episode you won’t want to miss! Melinda Cole Welch is a life-long teacher and learner. Melinda is a certified Life Coa...

Ep. 50 Utah Film with Monica Moore Smith

November 10, 2020 05:09 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MB

Bre and Monica talk about the ins and outs of the Utah Film scene. How to get an agent, and what a day to day schedule looks like for a full time actress.   Former Karate kid turned full time film actress - Monica Moore Smith thrives on the unpredictably of her life. She caught the acting bug in her teens doing musical theatre, but fell in love with film after acting in the viral Bullying - Stop It Mormon Message. Since then she starred in cult classic Saturday's Warrior, the now streaming...

Ep. 49 Acting on the West End with Actress Savannah Stevenson

October 30, 2020 16:51 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

Bre and Savannah chat about her time on the West End with “Wicked”! We breakdown Savannah’s acting philosophy and talk about how her life has changed since having her son.   An established West End leading lady, Savannah Stevenson is best known for playing Glinda in the West End production of Wicked at the Apollo Victoria Theatre, London.  Savannah is also an acting coach and masterclass facilitator, wife to Nate and new mum to Ezra.  Her further West End credits include Guenevere in Cam...

Ep. 48 Answer Your Vocal Cord Questions with Dr. Brett Myers

October 02, 2020 04:31 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

The most intriguing episode yet! We are dispelling all the myths about our vocal cords with Dr. Brett Myers, the assistant professor at the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at the University of Utah. From the most basic of inquiries, to things even seasoned singers wouldn’t know about their voice box, this episode will have you saying, “ah-haaaa!” Email Dr. Myers for a scope appointment: [email protected]   Full Show Notes Here.

Ep. 47 Raising Professional Actors with Shantel Bingham

September 23, 2020 16:08 - 59 minutes - 53.5 MB

Part 3 of 3 in the Bingham family series. Child actors would not exist without the loving empowerment of parents. Shantel Bingham shares her philosophy of raising kids that has helped them realize their dreams and given them incredible opportunities in the professional acting world. Don’t miss Episodes 45 and 46 where Bre interviews her two daughters Victoria and Natalia. Full Show Notes here.

Ep. 46 Anastasia National Tour with Child Actor Victoria Bingham

September 22, 2020 15:21 - 29 minutes - 25.5 MB

Part 2 of 3, with the youngest guest ever on the podcast! Victoria has some incredible experiences for a 9 year old! She tells me all about getting the to play Young Anastasia in the first Anastasia National Tour.   A native to Utah, Tori has been a part of numerous theater productions and performed across the nation. Victoria can currently be seen in the first national tour of Anastasia as Little Anastasia. When Victoria isn’t being home schooled or improving her performance talents she ...

Ep. 45 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with Child Actor Natalia Bingham

September 21, 2020 03:01 - 37 minutes - 33 MB

Part 1 of 3, this is the first interview of the incredibly talented Bingham family. Want to know what it’s like to do a national tour and a professional production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, all before you have a driver’s license? This interview with Natalia Bingham is for you. Tune in for the next couple days for Part 2 with her little sister Victoria about the first national tour of Anastasia and Part 3 with, Shantel, their mother, to take a peek into what a it’s like to parent ...

Ep. 44 Creating a Theatre Family with Director John Sweeney

September 03, 2020 22:06 - 48 minutes - 46.3 MB

Bre and Director John Sweeney breakdown audition pet peeves, and the importance of being instead of acting. Originally from Philadelphia, PA, John has performed and directed on stage in nearly 200 productions over 40 years in theatres across the country including North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly MA, Theatre IV in Richmond, VA, Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah and The Source in Washington, DC. Some of his favorite shows as a performer have been, ‘The Scarlet Pimpernel’, ‘Big River’, ‘L...

Ep. 43 Mental Health Awareness for the Actor with Jeffrey Whitlock

August 28, 2020 14:01 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

Performing in shows can definitely take a toll on our mental health. Going on an emotional journey is something we do on the nightly, as actors. So when we come back to reality, how do we cope? Actor Jeffrey Whitlock and Bre discuss the ins and outs of the dangers to our mental health as performers.   Full Show link here.

Ep. 42 Swing Life with Broadway actress Becca Petersen

August 20, 2020 14:46 - 54 minutes - 49.1 MB

Bre and Becca talk about Becca’s extensive experience as a Broadway and tour swing. We talk about the “aha moment” that made Becca irrestistable to work with. Becca is from Carmel, IN. She grew up dancing at a studio where the owner had been on Broadway. He introduced me to the musical theatre world. She went on to perform on my high school dance teams and did competitive show choir! She went to BYU and graduated with a BFA in musical theatre. While at BYU she performed in the Young Ambassa...

Ep. 41 "Be Blacker" with actor Kelvin KJ Rhodes

August 13, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

Bre and KJ breakdown what it means to be a Black man in theatre. We talk about how race factors in to type and how we can change society by reflecting our ideals in our art. Don't miss this episode!   Kelvin “KJ” Rhodes is an actor, singer, mover and writer based in Orange County, CA. He has an BFA in Theatre Performance from University of Central Oklahoma and an MFA in Acting from Cal State Fullerton. Since graduating in 2017 with his MFA being a part of this podcast makes his 24th projec...

Ep. 40 Building and Anti-Racist Theatre Community with Alicia Washington

July 22, 2020 15:00 - 52 minutes - 40.3 MB

Bre and Alicia talk about her experiences as a Black performer and entrepreneur in Utah.   Alicia Washington is a Utah native with a passion for the arts and for social justice. A graduate from Weber State University in Musical Theatre, she also studied performance with The Second City Improv and SITI Company. In 2012, Alicia founded Good Company Theatre in Ogden, Utah. The live theatre venue develops and promotes high quality eclectic productions forging new relationships between audienc...

Ep. 39 The Book of Mormon: Broadway with Actress Oyoyo Joi

July 14, 2020 05:47 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

Having started at the age of 4, Oyoyo Joi discovered her love for the stage in her very first production Big River. Ever since then, she has developed and cultivated that love along with her talent. She studied voice since childhood, and trained vigorously to become a triple threat while in the Music, Dance Theater program at Brigham Young University.  Because of her level of talent, Oyoyo was selected as a lead company singer and dancer for BYU's elite musical theater group. She toured nati...

Ep. 38 Tackling Racism in Theatre

July 02, 2020 00:04 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

Racism in alive and well in the theatre and film world. And we have the power to stop it. Addison and Bre talk about where they see racism in theatre and some tips for all you beginner allies out there. In this episode, we welcome our POC brothers and sisters to share their stories. If you are a POC and would like to record a voice memo on your phone and submit it to a future episode, please email all files to [email protected]. It can be anonymous, or you can submit with your name and...

Ep. 37 Actor/musician shows with NYC actor, Brian Russell Carey

June 20, 2020 23:22 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB

The world of actor/musician shows is getting bigger and bigger. Learn how this incredible master of 11 instruments navigates his life in New York City.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 36 Mean Girls Broadway with actor, Jake Swain

June 13, 2020 15:00 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MB

We talk about the journey to from Utah to Mean Girls Broadway! Jake has an incredible positivity and a powerful work ethic. Show notes here.

Ep. 35 Collaboration with Concept Artist Madeline Ashton

June 02, 2020 15:00 - 52 minutes - 71.4 MB

We’re switching things up this week with a sneak peek into the mind of Hale Centre Theatre’s resident artist, Madeline Ashton. You will be awed at what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite shows! Full show notes here.

Ep. 34 Theatre + Family Life with Bailee and Taylor Morris

May 27, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 125 MB

Having a family while keeping up your performing game is no walk in the park. But the Morris's are an incredible team. We dive into daily life and why live theatre is worth the constant sacrifice.   www.tayandbay.com   Full show notes here.

EP. 33 Remaining Open-Minded with Broadway actress DeLaney Westfall

May 14, 2020 15:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MB

This week we talk to actress, DeLaney Westfall about her journey to Broadway and being open-minded about her type has opened up wonderful opportunities.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 32 What is an Intimacy Choreographer and Why You Need One with Liz Whittaker

May 01, 2020 15:01 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

What even is an Intimacy Choreographer and why would you use one? Special guest Liz Whittaker breaks the process down and explains why intimacy training is the new standard of safety in the theatre world.   Click here for full show notes.

Ep. 30 Networking with Broadway Actor Chase Ramsey

April 23, 2020 23:03 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Bre breaks down how the world can be yours, if you simply ask. Special guest, Chase Ramsey, talks through his career of film and theatre and the power of asking for your dreams.   www.chase-ramsey.com   Full show notes here.

Ep. 31 Networking with Broadway Actor Chase Ramsey

April 23, 2020 23:03 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Bre breaks down how the world can be yours, if you simply ask. Special guest, Chase Ramsey, talks through his career of film and theatre and the power of asking for your dreams.   www.chase-ramsey.com   Full show notes here.

Ep. 30 Supporting Your Fellow Actors with Broadway Actress Kalyn West

April 17, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Special Guest, Kalyn West explains the importance of supporting your fellow actors. We talk about what it was like to have her Broadway debut in, “The Prom” and about the transition to the “Mean Girls” tour.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 29 Debunking "Networking"

April 07, 2020 15:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MB

Today we're going to take all the icky out of networking and break down how to really get jobs. We discuss 4 cornerstones of good networking and then give you real life examples from Bre's life.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 28 Cruise Life and Character Type with Cory Stephens

March 31, 2020 18:32 - 57 minutes - 78.8 MB

Cory Stephens is a GOOD TIME. How do you deal when your phyiscal appearance and skillset and personality don’t coincide with just one character type? We discuss the ins and outs of Disney Cruise Line life, understanding character type, and what being a choreographer and actor has taught him about casting. You won’t want to miss this one!   View full show notes here.

Ep. 27 The 5 Tips for Artists' Mental Health

March 20, 2020 23:31 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Addison and Bre discuss their 5 tips for artists’ mental health. Quarantine can be a real bummer, but we’ve got your backs.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 26 Building an Acting Career With Adam Dietlein

March 17, 2020 22:32 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MB

Adam has been in the theatrical world since he was born. We talk about childhood, making the jump to the international tour of “Beauty and the Beast”, building a career in New York, “Beautiful” on Broadway and his move back to Utah.   Click for full show notes.

Ep. Quarantine Survival

March 15, 2020 16:13 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Hey! We know you're in need of some entertainment for the quarantine! So we're on it. We will be releasing a few episodes a week to keep you company, as opposed to our usual one. Today we give you recommendations for our favorite Podcasts and review the movie, Judy.   See full notes here.

Ep. 24 "Footloose" at Harman Theatre with Erin Carlson

March 12, 2020 15:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

Erin Carlson talks about her audition coaching program, Audition Advantage, and her new ventures breathing new life in to Harman Theatre in West Valley City. Erin is one of the best in the biz and has so much insight into castability and audition strategy. You won’t want to miss this incredible episode! Full show notes CLICK HERE.

Ep. 23 Pushing the Boundaries in Set Design with Kacey Udy

March 05, 2020 15:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MB

If you’ve ever seen a show at Hale Centre Theatre and left with your jaw on the floor, it’s probably because of the design genius of Kacey Udy. His set designs are beautiful and innovative. We get into the nitty-gritty of one of his larger projects: the state-of-the-art HCT Sandy location with 2 gorgeous theatres and all the bells and whistles! “You have to be willing to be that vulnerable to throw out the craziest of ideas if you want something new…We can replicate all day long, but being ...

Ep. 22 Getting the Most Out of Your Headshot Looks

February 20, 2020 15:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

This week we talk about our recent trip to see Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Then we dive in to our tips for getting the most out of your next headshot session!   Show Notes here.

Ep. 21 Sexual Abuse and Grooming in the Theatre with Emily Woods

February 13, 2020 15:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

A follow up to Episode 12, continuing the conversation about sexual abuse and grooming behaviors in the theatre space with expert, Emily Woods. We give tools for parents talking to children about predators, how we can help kids in our cast feel included without crossing boundaries, very practical solutions for kids to get out of sticky situations, and how to navigate kids social media.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 20 Tapping Into Creativity

February 06, 2020 15:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Join Addison and Bre as they break down what it even means to be "creative" and how being creative will help you lead a more fulfilling life.   Full show notes here.

Ep. 19 Breaking Down "The Process" With Tamari Dunbar

January 31, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 77 MB

As actors, we focus a lot on getting the role. But what about after? What about the day we get our scripts and the days leading up to your first rehearsal? Tamari Dunbar is a master of the actor process and she breaks it down for us. We talk about the importance of theatre in raising a family and what theatre teaches us about life and relationships.   Show notes here.

Ep. 18 The Only "Cats" Review You Care About

December 30, 2019 15:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

We heard you, and we obliged. Hear Bre and Addisons' official "Cats" review! Learn how Addison and Bre like to make resolutions and keep them throughout the year. We know that 2020 will be your best yet!   See example of Bre's Vision Boards HERE.

Ep. 17 Building the BYUH Theatre Program with The Densleys

December 18, 2019 15:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MB

Building a theatre program from the ground up is no easy feat, but this married couple will inspire you to do the hard things in order to fulfill your purpose in life. We talk following your gut, family life and the Hawaii film scene.

Ep. 16 Film vs. Theatre with Colby Strong

December 13, 2019 15:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

Fresh off filming Power Rangers, Colby Strong and Bre talk about the differences in film and theatre.   Click for show notes.    

Ep. 15 NYC and Tuacahn Life with Jon Rose

November 29, 2019 15:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

Fresh of a season down at Tuacahn, Jon shares his audition process and what daily life is like as an actor in New York. Click for complete show notes.

Ep. 14 Working For a Disney Park with Karina Gillette

November 19, 2019 15:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MB

Wanna work for a Disney Park? I’ve got your girl! Join Bre and Karina as they talk about all of your most common questions! We talk audition process, day-to-day and words of advice!   Click HERE for Show Notes

Ep. 13 All Things Disneyland

November 13, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

Join Bre and Addison as we take a vacation from the usual content! Because everyone needs a little more pixie dust in their lives. We answer all your questions about visiting Disneyland from Instagram and Facebook! Learn how to pick out your perfect hotel, how to make taking kids easier, how to interact with a character, and all our favorite foods. Click for Show Notes

Ep. 12 Hey, we need to talk.

November 07, 2019 23:02 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

This episode is super personal and important to Bre. If you are under 16, please get a parent's permission before listening :)   Educate Empower Kids Website

Ep. 11 Building a Healthy Relationship with Theatre with Matthew Davies

November 06, 2019 15:00 - 40 minutes - 49.8 MB

In this episode, Bre interviews National Tour Cast Member, Matthew Davies. Learn how Matthew has rolled with the punches to book tours, and how he took care of his mental health with a rigorous schedule. How to take control your character type to open up your mind to new opportunities. And how performing in Utah prepared him to audition and live in New York City. Born and raised in Utah, Matthew grew up performing in community theatre in Davis County. During middle school Matthew started da...

Ep. 10 Voice Over 101 with Anthony Lovato

October 29, 2019 15:00 - 39 minutes - 50.5 MB

Learn how theatre and film actor, Anthony Lovato, launched his Voice Over career. Learn the basics in Voice Over. and what tools you need to get started. We explore the different genres of voice over, VO jargon, online resources, and even equipment. Anthony has been dabbling as an actor for the past 30 years, but professionally for the past 5 years. He does stage, screen and voice over. After being the voice of the company he worked for and recording everything they needed done for the comp...

Ep. 9 Community Over Competition with Jacquelyne Jones

October 16, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Join Bre as she interviews this incredible Chicago actress, Jacquelyne Jones! Winner of the Jeff Award for her performance in Sweeney Todd, she is now reprising her role with Utah Rep at UVU’s Noorda. Learn about the inclusive community she’s found performing in Chicago, how she made the decision to join Actor’s Equity and how Jacqueline and husband/actor, Drew make their creative lifestyles work.   Click for Show Notes!

Ep. 8 Battling Racism in Musical Theatre with Seung Choi

October 08, 2019 14:00 - 32 minutes - 41.4 MB

Learn about what this Utah actor did to tear down racism and how all of us can do better. We talk about how Seung was drawn to musical theatre, how some traumatic experiences left tainted the art form for him and what he’s doing about it today.   Get tickets to Thoroughly Modern Millie at HCTO with Seung!

Ep. 7 The Power of Being You with Maddie Tarbox

October 01, 2019 15:00 - 38 minutes - 48.1 MB

Join Bre as she talks to Vocal Pedagogy Master, Maddie Tarbox. Learn from this Master actress and vocalist about how to find your own voice, how important small and constant practice can be for the anatomy of your vocal chordshow Maddie and husband, Connor, keep the balance in their crazy performing lives, and the biggest “ah-ha!” moment that Maddie has had in her Vocal Pedagogy grad program.   Click for Show Notes!

Ep. 6 Making Your Own Art with Luke Monday

September 24, 2019 15:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MB

Learn how he landed the “Book of Mormon” Tour, how he survived his first few years out in LA, how he got an agent, what he’s learned about how his look affects his casting, and his solution to create his own show when he was not performing. “If I’m not able to make the art when I want to, then I’ll just make my own art.”—Luke Monday   Follow Luke on Instagram And check out his website!

Ep. 5 Nailing a Creative Lifestyle with LA actress: Lizzy Bean

September 10, 2019 16:00 - 39 minutes - 51.3 MB

Learn how film and theatre actress, Lizzy and husband, Spencer, make a creative lifestyle work as actors, and entrepreneurs. Find out what Lizzy’s learned acting in LA, and how this unconventional family makes the big decisions. Show Notes