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86 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsBreaking the fourth wall to give you an inside look at the plays and the players. Hosted by: Darnelle Radford
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RR_S09E27 - Robin Rodriguez takes us to "A Good Place NOT To Be"
March 20, 2019 14:05On today’s podcast, I touch base with Robin Rodriguez, local playwright who has decided to to go beyond the traditional staged reading in order to visualize a new play in progress titled “A Good Place Not To Be”. An earlier piece presented in the 2009 SPARK Showcase brought to life the work that after life happened, began to show signs of a through line in totalitarianism and reflection of power dynamic, miss-information and relationships. Stay Tuned!
RR_S09E26 - “An Oak Tree” grows in Exile’s new home!
February 20, 2019 20:30On today’s podcast, Deb Block met me outside the new “Exile Building” for an audible tour as Theatre Exile prepares to open “An Oak Tree” by Tim Crouch featuring Pearce Bunting and a slew of notable Phialdelphia Artists and special guests like Evan Jonigkeit, Zosia Mamet and Paul Giamatti. Stay Tuned!
“An Oak Tree” grows in Exile’s new home!
February 20, 2019 20:30On today’s podcast, Deb Block met me outside the new “Exile Building” for an audible tour as Theatre Exile prepares to open “An Oak Tree” by Tim Crouch featuring Pearce Bunting and a slew of... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
Inis Nua's American premiere of "Box Clever" by Monsay Whitney
February 15, 2019 18:05On today’s podcast, I spoke with Tom Reing about the Inis Nua American Premiere of “Box Clever” by Monsay Whitney. We explore first impressions, how this piece resonates with past roles, current... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E25 - Inis Nua's American premiere of "Box Clever" by Monsay Whitney
February 15, 2019 18:05On today’s podcast, I spoke with Tom Reing about the Inis Nua American Premiere of “Box Clever” by Monsay Whitney. We explore first impressions, how this piece resonates with past roles, current situations in the U.K. and the U.S. and how Philly Theatre Week presents opportunities for new audiences to engage in the conversation. Stay Tuned!
Jess Conda represents 1812's "Broads"
February 13, 2019 22:05On today’s podcast, I sat down with Jess Conda to talk about 1812’s production of “Broads”. We talk about some fierce women, whether anything has changed, why are we so prude and drop a few F-Bombs... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E24 - Jess Conda represents 1812's "Broads"
February 13, 2019 22:05On today’s podcast, I sat down with Jess Conda to talk about 1812’s production of “Broads”. We talk about some fierce women, whether anything has changed, why are we so prude and drop a few F-Bombs so, you are hearby warned. Stay Tuned!
CJ Higgins and Jenn Adams unpack "My Gay Agenda" and "We'll Sleep When We're Dead"
February 11, 2019 18:05On today’s podcast, we explore “My Gay Agenda”, a podcast features members of the creative LGBTQIA community. CJ Higgins and Jenn Adams talk about the origins of this podcast and where their other... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E23 - CJ Higgins and Jenn Adams unpack "My Gay Agenda" and "We'll Sleep When We're Dead"
February 11, 2019 18:05On today’s podcast, we explore “My Gay Agenda”, a podcast features members of the creative LGBTQIA community. CJ Higgins and Jenn Adams talk about the origins of this podcast and where their other creative pursuits lie, including “The Hum”N”Bards Theatre Troupe’s production of “We’ll Sleep When We’re Dead”. Stay Tuned!
Let's talk about "Clown Sex Ed" with a Tribe of Fools
January 29, 2019 14:05On today’s podcast, Tara Demmy and Zachary Chiero stop by to fill in the gaps on some terrible sex education received growing up. Using clowning as the vehicle, Tribe of Fools aims to educate,... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E22 - Let's talk about "Clown Sex Ed" with a Tribe of Fools
January 29, 2019 14:05On today’s podcast, Tara Demmy and Zachary Chiero stop by to fill in the gaps on some terrible sex education received growing up. Using clowning as the vehicle, Tribe of Fools aims to educate, entertain and have a little fun at the expense of everyone’s favorite topic in Health class. Stay Tuned!
RR_S09E21 - An Idiopathic "DreamGirl"
January 25, 2019 16:05On today’s podcast, we return to Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium to talk with Tina Brock and Brittany Holdahl about Elmer Rice’s “DreamGirl”, set in one of the chapels of St. Mary’s Church at Hamilton Village on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. We discuss the production itself and dive into the church and its history. Stay Tuned!
An Idiopathic "DreamGirl"
January 25, 2019 16:05On today’s podcast, we return to Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium to talk with Tina Brock and Brittany Holdahl about Elmer Rice’s “DreamGirl”, set in one of the chapels of St. Mary’s Church at... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E20 - Jessica M. Johnson - The Color Purple, Theatre Horizon
November 27, 2018 17:45On today’s podcast, I sit down with Jessica M. Johnson who plays “Celie” in Theatre Horizon’s Regional Premiere of “The Color Purple” directed by Amina Robinson. To say this production “Gave Me Life” is a huge understatement! To see a celebration of artists of color on stage with such a dynamic production team laying the foundation, it’s no wonder why the production has been extended twice! Listen as I try to contain myself and breakdown this piece with Jessica. We even get a sample of her v...
Jessica M. Johnson - The Color Purple, Theatre Horizon
November 27, 2018 17:45On today’s podcast, I sit down with Jessica M. Johnson who plays “Celie” in Theatre Horizon’s Regional Premiere of “The Color Purple” directed by Amina Robinson. To say this production “Gave Me... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
A little "Salt Pepper Ketchup" with playwright Josh Wilder
October 30, 2018 13:05On today’s podcast, I sit down with local playwright , Josh Wilder to talk about the co-production of his play, “Salt Pepper Ketchup”, which focuses a lens on the gentrification of the Point Breeze... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E19 - A little "Salt Pepper Ketchup" with playwright Josh Wilder
October 30, 2018 13:05On today’s podcast, I sit down with local playwright , Josh Wilder to talk about the co-production of his play, “Salt Pepper Ketchup”, which focuses a lens on the gentrification of the Point Breeze neighborhood of Philadelphia where we both live. We talk about the journey of this piece and the changes to the neighborhood that make this piece so relevant right now. Stay Tuned!
RR_S09E18 - Azuka's "Warplay"
October 29, 2018 18:35On today’s podcast, Jeff Gorcyca, James Kern and Kevin Glaccum drop in to chat about Azuka’s production of “Warplay” by JC Lee. You may know a bit about Achilles but, how much do you know about Patroclus? Stay Tuned!
Azuka's "Warplay"
October 29, 2018 18:35On today’s podcast, Jeff Gorcyca, James Kern and Kevin Glaccum drop in to chat about Azuka’s production of “Warplay” by JC Lee. You may know a bit about Achilles but, how much do you know about... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
Crafting "In-Between" with Ibrahim Miari
October 22, 2018 18:05On today’s podcast, I sit down with Ibrahim Miari whose production “In Between” is on stage at Walnut Street Theatre’s independence Studio on 3. We talk about the origins of the piece today’s... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E17 - Crafting "In-Between" with Ibrahim Miari
October 22, 2018 18:05On today’s podcast, I sit down with Ibrahim Miari whose production “In Between” is on stage at Walnut Street Theatre’s independence Studio on 3. We talk about the origins of the piece today’s political distractions and the inner struggles that resonate and relate to us all. Stay Tuned!
RR_S09E16 - Basically, a conversation about "Basic Witches"
October 15, 2018 20:05On today’s podcast, Robi Hagar and Sav Souza stop by to talk about “Basic Witches”. We talk origins of the piece, gender identity and dream roles to play. Stay Tuned!
Basically, a conversation about "Basic Witches"
October 15, 2018 20:05On today’s podcast, Robi Hagar and Sav Souza stop by to talk about “Basic Witches”. We talk origins of the piece, gender identity and dream roles to play. Stay Tuned! Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E15 - 1812 shares a few "Broken Biscuits"
October 03, 2018 16:05On today’s podcast, I take a trip to Plays and Players Theater to meet and chat with the cast, Amanda Jill Robinson, Leigha Kato and Mike Macri for the season opener of 1812 Productions, the American Premiere of “Broken Biscuits” by Tom Wells. We discuss cafeteria politics, being weird and why #TheatreKidsAreTheBestKids, Stay Tuned!
1812 shares a few "Broken Biscuits"
October 03, 2018 16:05On today’s podcast, I take a trip to Plays and Players Theater to meet and chat with the cast, Amanda Jill Robinson, Leigha Kato and Mike Macri for the season opener of 1812 Productions, the... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S09E14 - Close Your Legs, Honey!
September 07, 2018 13:05Book, Music & Lyrics by Hannah Parke & Shamus Hunter McCarty Additional Music by Matthew Mastronardi FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION: https://www.closeyourlegshoney.com
Close Your Legs, Honey!
September 07, 2018 13:05On today’s podcast, Hanna Parke and Shamus McCarty drop in to talk about the new musical and FringeArts offering, “Close Your Legs, Honey”. The creative team talk about origins, songs, who’s this... Follow Us on Twitter @rep_radio and @represented - Find us on Facebook and Google+ - Stay Tuned! REP RADIO is On The Air!
RR_S08E09 - RunBoyRun - Underground Episodes
August 15, 2017 10:05On today’s podcast, we are joined by members of the cast of RunBoyRun Productions’ “Underground Episodes. The production is a collection of stories that use Philly’s subway system as a backdrop. RunBoyRun’s goal is to give you the most thought provoking works by the brightest minds in Philadelphia and surrounding areas on the theater scene. ABOUT RUNBOY RUN PRODUCTION RunBoyRun production Is here to give you the most thought provoking works by the brightest minds in Philadelphia and surro...
RR_S08E08 - School Play - Tribe of Fools
June 05, 2017 10:05ABOUT TRIBE OF FOOLS Tribe of Fools is dedicated to creating new plays that blur the lines between theatre, dance, acrobatics and other highly visual and kinetic storytelling techniques. Each year we present a new show that is as physically daring as it is poignantly relevant. Our ensemble push themselves to their physical limits while creating dynamic characters that make you laugh until they make you cry. Tribe of Fools has tackled issues like gender roles, toxic masculinity, violence, s...
RR_S08E07 - Live Connections - Xavier Foley
May 29, 2017 10:05LiveConnections presents two emerging composers and recent grads of the Curtis Institute of Music, collaborating around their love of video games and their serious classical chops. Soprano Elizabeth Zharoff, in addition to performing opera, is an award-winning game audio designer and composes music for film and TV. Double bassist Xavier Foley shares his love of video game music in his own compositions and performances. LiveConnections has commissioned both artists to write new game-inspired ...
RR_S08E06 - The Fortress - Hank Curry
May 22, 2017 10:05ABOUT THE FORTRESS What happens when Keaton meets Kafka? Between high-brow philosophy and low-brow slapstick you will find The Fortress, a picaresque journey through bureaucracy, power plays, and screwball romance that seeks to combine the worldviews of two of the twentieth century's most brilliant and absurd creative minds. Mr. Locht has come to a strange town to make a sale to the mysterious Viscount, only to find himself navigating a labyrinth of dual identities, vaudevillian double-tal...
RR_S08E05 - One More River To Cross - James Jackson
May 18, 2017 10:05“One More River To Cross is a compelling examination of our country’s history at a time when we truly need it. These narratives provide a first-hand account of lives that our popular culture has either forgotten or hidden. We look forward to sharing these stories with audiences of all walks of life and reinvigorating the social understanding of the truth of the antebellum South and the condition of slavery,” said Producer/Director James Jackson. Beatrice Alonna, Kareem Carpenter, Kamili ...
RR_S08E04 - Buzzer - Theatre Exile
May 04, 2017 10:05ABOUT BUZZER Jackson, an upwardly-mobile black attorney, has just bought an apartment in a transitioning neighborhood in Brooklyn. He sees the potential of his old neighborhood, as does his white girlfriend Suzy…at first. When Jackson’s childhood friend Don leaves rehab to crash with them, the trio quickly becomes trapped between the tensions inside their own home and the dangers that may lurk outside.
RR_S08E03 - Happy Birthday - 1812
May 02, 2017 10:05ABOUT HAPPY BIRTHDAY It’s 1983 in the UK. Margaret Thatcher is in power and all of the excesses of the 80’s are on full display. First we meet Bernard, who has a perfect plan to have a birthday party for his mistress, Brigit, at his home with his wife, Jacqueline, none the wiser. He ropes his best friend Robert into his scheme, unaware that Robert and Jacqueline have been having an affair of their own. Enter the savvy new maid-for-hire, also named Brigit, and it’s off to the races as every...
RR_S08E01 - Matthew Decker
April 27, 2017 10:05ABOUT MATTHEW DECKER Matthew Decker (Resident Director) is also the Associate Artistic Director at Arden Theatre Company in Philadelphia. He has directed over 15 productions with Theatre Horizon and favorites include Annie Baker's Circle Mirror Transformation, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s Spring Awakening, Neil LaBute’s Fat Pig and Rachel Sheinkin and William Finn’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, for which he was awarded the Barrymore for Outstanding Direction of a Musical....
RR_S08E02 - The White Devil - PAC
April 27, 2017 10:05ABOUT THE WHITE DEVIL Infidelity, adultery, and betrayal spark a seething retribution. Passions are revealed as the body count rises and blood runs cold. John Webster's taut Jacobean tragedy explores the violence teeming underneath the veneer of a civilized society. Featuring Charlotte Northeast as Vittoria, on trial for the murder of her husband, and Dan Hodge as her less-than-upright brother Flaminio in this film noir-inspired production.