In this episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we sit down with director Katie Jo Icenhower and cast members Chris Cannon (Curly), Rachel Squier (Laurey), and David McDonald (Jud) to explore what it takes to bring these iconic characters to life. From the complexities of Jud’s inner world to the playful tension between Laurey and Curly, […]

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In this episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we shift the spotlight to the creative forces behind the scenes of Oklahoma! Join director and choreographer Katie Jo Icenhower, scenic designer This Robot Dreams (a.k.a. Tab May), and costume designer Daisy Neske as they share how the magic happens beyond the footlights. From design inspiration and choreography […]

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In this bonus episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we shine a spotlight on our talented youth performers and the creative team behind Anything Goes: Youth Edition! Host Jessica Perry chats with director Heather Levinson and youth actors Alex and Eden to talk about the excitement, growth, and teamwork that go into staging a full musical […]

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In this special episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, host Jessica Perry sits down with director David Bricquet, actor Tanisha Watkins, and award-winning playwright Kirsten Greenidge to explore the layered world of Feeding Beatrice. Together, they dive into Kirsten’s creative process, her distinctive voice as a playwright, and how she developed the characters and themes of […]

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In this episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we dive into the art of comedic timing, physicality, and the hilarious challenges that come with performing a farce. We sit down with Philip Powell, director of the upcoming farce, along with cast members Isaac Hampton, Rene Lynn Walek, and Ann Breitbach. They discuss what makes farce so […]

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In this exciting bonus episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we’re thrilled to announce The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem’s 91st season! Join us as we unveil the lineup for next year’s productions, including fresh, thought-provoking new plays. We discuss how our theme of Love & Friendship, with a subtheme of “coming together as a community,” will […]

The post Bonus Episode 4: Announcing Our 91st Season first appeared on Backstage Chronicles: The Podcast of The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem.

In this special episode of LTWS Backstage Chronicles, we celebrate Black History and Culture by exploring the significance of African American voices in theatre. We begin with a conversation with Tomeka Allen, director, and several cast members of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, diving into the play’s themes of race, power, and artistic expression. Then, we’re […]

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In this bonus episode, we’re putting the spotlight on education and youth theatre at The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem! Join us for an exciting preview of our spring class offerings and get an insider’s look at the upcoming youth production of Anything Goes Youth Edition. We chat with educators and production team members about what […]

The post Bonus Episode 3: Spring Classes and Anything Goes Youth Edition first appeared on Backstage Chronicles: The Podcast of The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem.