NRACT’s Teens Pull THE BIG ONE-OH Off Virtually
Read what Sarah Bock has to say about NRACT's CAST Camp production of THE BIG ONE-OH.
Nicole Lawwson’s “(un)Civilized Nation Part 1: Dirty Laundry” Paints a Conflicted Picture of Systemic Racism
Nicole Lawson’s (UN)CIVILIZED NATION: PART 1: DIRTY LAUNDRY captures the themes of oppression and death that hang on the peripheral of consciousness. Read what Andrea Black has to say about the production.
Live Stream Like a Pro (Mikki Marvel)
Mikki Marvel (Twitch Raleigh) takes some of the mystery out of live streaming. Hear what she has to say about the opportunity live streams offer artists.
Live Chat About Interracial Relationships
Emily Steinhoff James moderates a panel discussion on interracial relationships.
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Getting to Know ‘The King and I’s’ Angela Baumgardner
By Lauren Van Hemert In getting to know Angela Baumgardner, it is clear that playing the role of Anna Leonowens […]
RENT’S Aiyana Smash is Living La Vie Bohéme
In 1996, Jonathan Larson’s rock musical RENT opened on Broadway and became a phenomenon. This week, the national tour returns to the Durham Performing Arts Center, opening the hearts and minds of a new generation of theatergoers and performers, including 20-year-old Aiyana Smash who plays Mimi. Read what she has to say about the show and experience.
Q&A: Kristin Chenoweth on the Lessons Learned Along the Way
RDU on Stage interview with Kristin Chenoweth in advance of the release of her seventh album FOR THE GIRLS.
Behind-the-Seams: A Peek into the World of William Ivey Long
By Lauren Van Hemert Last summer I had the privilege of visiting William Ivey Long at his Tribeca studio in […]
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Mike McGee Interviews “&Juliet’s” Arun Blair-Mangat
Hear what Arun Blair-Mangat has to say to RDU on Stage's Mike McGee about originating a gender-fluid role on the West End, & JULIET, and so much more.
Live Chat with Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Tom Gabbard
Hear what Tom Gabbard has to say about what reopening might look like for touring markets and regional houses, and how South Korea is leading the way as a model.
Live Chat with ‘My Fair Lady’s’ Shereen Ahmed
Hear what Shereen Ahmed has to say to RDU on Stage about this playing Eliza Doolittle, representation on stage, and discrimination amidst a pandemic.
Live Chat: Virtual Talk Back with Robert Newman (GUIDING LIGHT)
Robert Newman is perhaps best known for his 28-year run as Joshua Lewis on the longest running program in broadcasting […]
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Ep. 70: A Conversation with Kristin Cooper, First Lady of North Carolina
About the Guest Kristin Cooper is honored to serve as First Lady of North Carolina, the state she has called […]
Ep. 69: A Conversation with Carly Prentis Jones
For Carly Prentis Jones, music and artivism are just part of her DNA. Hear what she has to say about […]
Ep. 68: Love, Acceptance, Transgenderism
A conversation with Mac and Judy McCord and Karen Topham about love, family, acceptance, and transgenderism. About the Guests Mac […]
Ep. 67: Tea with Agatha, a Radio Play
Celebrate the centennial anniversary of Agatha Christie's first novel, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, and all things TheatreFest, by listening to a reading of Self's play, TEA WITH AGATHA, followed by a virtual talkback with Self and Gus Allen Sunday evening, April 19th at 7pm on Facebook Live.
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TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Seven
TORN (Theater on Racist Negativity) was launched in June 2020 by RDU on Stage and Juan Isler to address equity, diversity, and inclusion issues within the Triangle theater community. Each week, a diverse panel discusses issues on race in an effort to nurture, engage, and educate. Juan Isler moderates this panel discussion.
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Six
TORN brings together a diverse panel to discuss issues on race in an effort to nurture, engage, and educate. Chanda Branch moderates this panel discussion.
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Five
TORN (Theater on Racist Negativity) was launched in June 2020 by RDU on Stage and Juan Isler to address equity, diversity, and inclusion issues within the Triangle theater community. Each week, a diverse panel discusses issues on race in an effort to nurture, engage, and educate. Aya Wallace moderates this panel discussion.
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Four
TORN (Theater on Racist Negativity) was launched in June 2020 by RDU on Stage and Juan Isler to address equity, diversity, and inclusion issues within the Triangle theater community. Each week, a diverse panel, discusses issues on race in an effort to nurture, engage, and educate. Juan Isler moderates this panel discussion.
Live Chat with TDF’s Raven Snook
Hear what TDF’s Raven Snook has to say about theater criticism, TDF, and the current state of theater and art in New York City.
Ep. 71: A Conversation with Jose Solís (Token Theatre Friends)
RDU on Stage candid conversation with critic, arts journalist, and co-creator / co-host of Token Theatre Friends, Jose Solis.
Live Chat with ARTS North Carolina’s Nate McGaha
Hear what ARTS North Carolina's Executive Director Nate McGaha has to say about the organization's advocacy efforts amidst COVID-19.
Live Chat with Pure Life Theatre’s Deb Royals
Hear what co-founder of Pure Life Theatre Deb Royals has to say to Lauren about collaborating, creating, directing, and more.
Live Chat with AMERICAN SON’s Christopher Demos-Brown
Hear what Playwright Christopher Demos-Brown has to say about dramatic building blocks and his play AMERICAN SON.
Live Chat with Burning Coal Theatre’s Jerome Davis
Hear what Burning Coal Theatre's Artistic Director Davis has to say to Lauren about programming and planning amidst a pandemic.
Live Chat with Misha Berson
Hear what author Misha Berson has to say about theater criticism, the Seattle theater scene, and WEST SIDE STORY.
Live Chat with Sam Hamashima
Hear what Sam Hamashima has to say about the creative process and reinventing the way we deliver theater amidst a pandemic.
One-on-One: Mike McGee Interviews Katy Richardson (SIX)
Hear what SIX's Music Director Katy Richardson has to say to RDU on Stage's Mike McGee about the creative process, auditioning for SIX, and Sunday Sessions Live.