Burning Coal Theatre’s ‘A Hundred Words for Snow’ is a Mind Trip… but are Audiences Ready?
A blindfold may be just too much to ask of audiences right now. Read the review of A HUNDRED WORDS FOR SNOW.
Live Chat with BOOK OF MORMON’S Kayla Pecchioni
Hear what Kayla Pecchioni has to say about THE BOOK OF MORMON, A CHORUS LINE, equity and inclusion, and finding balance during this pandemic.
City of Raleigh Recognizes RDU on Stage
"We, as an organization of volunteers, are so grateful and completely overwhelmed to be recognized," said Lauren Van Hemert, RDU on Stage's founder. "Honestly, 'hero' doesn’t feel quite right because there is so much more work to be done." Read more about the Medal of Arts here.
Live Chat with ‘Lady Day’s’ Janeta Jackson
Hear what Janeta Jackson has to say about the Cape Fear Regional Theatre production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL.
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12 Triangle Area Black Theater Companies
There are lots of ways to support equity and inclusion on our Triangle stages. One way is to learn about black theater companies in our area, support black and brown artists and theater-makers by showing up to readings, workshops, and productions, or make a donation.
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.
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Live Chat with HAMILTON’S Fergie L. Philippe
Hear what Fergie L. Philippe has to say about regional theaters, puppetry, Disney, HAMILTON, and more.
Recording Artist and Tony Winner Melba Moore Surprises the Pure Life Theatre Cast of PURLIE
Hear what Tony Award-winner Melba Moore has to say to RDU on Stage about life, faith, and her career.
1-on-1: Timothy Locklear Interviews Laurin Floyd
Hear what Country Star Laurin Floyd has to say to her friend Tim Locklear (Artistic Producer of NRACT) about the industry, her career, and more.
Live Chat with NCCU’s Stephanie Howard (Dr. Asabi)
North Carolina Central University is co-producing VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE as part of THE 19TH AMENDMENT PROJECT. Hear what NCCU's Stephanie Howard (Dr. Asabi) has to say about the project, systemic racism within college theater MFA programs, and more.
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Ep. 81: Prageeta Sharma and Kate Morris, ON THE ROOF, IN THE TOMBS
Prageeta Sharma and Kate Morris (On the Roof, In the Tombs) talk about weaving together a classic poetic form with playwrighting to reconcile history.
Ep. 80: Ariel Zetina Opens Up About Finding Patience in the Process and the Pageantry of Politics
Hear what Chicago-based artist Ariel Zetina has to say about women's rights, finding patience in the process, and the pageantry of politics.
Ep. 79: The Black Emperor of Broadway
Hear what Adrienne Earle Pender and Ian Bowater have to say about reclaiming history and the significance of sharing Charles S. Gilpin's story now.
Ep. 78: Jennifer Natalya Fink Talks ‘Bitter Flower’
Hear what Jennifer Natalya Fink has to say about recuperating history, the Women's Movement, and her play BITTER FLOWER.
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TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week 12
Juan Isler moderates a diverse panel of artists to discuss issues of race in the theater and beyond in an effort to nurture, engage, and educate.
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week 11
Juan Isler moderates a diverse group of theater artists to talk about racism in the theater industry and beyond.
TORN:Theater on Racist Negativity – Week 10
Rebecca Jackson-Artis moderates a panel of Chicago artists to talk about racism in the theater industry.
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Nine
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.
Sneak Peek of Theatre Raleigh’s New Space
Hear what Lauren Kennedy Brady has to say to RDU on Stage about the evolution of Theatre Raleigh and the company’s new home.
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.
Burning Coal Theatre Company’s Students Conquer TITUS ANDRONICUS Valiantly
Battling the obstacles of COVID-19, Burning Coal's Summer Theatre Conservatory students put their own twist on the rather violent Shakespearean play, Titus Andronicus. Read what Sarah Bock has to say about the production.
Five Local Theater Events to Stream This Weekend
Summer storms and heat are in the forecast for this weekend. So, it's a perfect time to stream some of your favorite Triangle theater-makers and emerging artists. Here is a list of our top picks.
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 […]
TORN: Theater on Racist Negativity – Week Eight
Juan Isler moderates this panel of young activists for week eight of Theater on Racist Negativity (TORN).
One-on-One: Alex Lewis Interviews Hope Easterbrook (Hamilton)
Hear what Hope Easterbrook (Hamilton, Dance 4 Hope) has to say to Alex Lewis about dance, HAMILTON, and more in this one-on-one interview.
Live Chat with Juan Isler
Hear what Juan Isler has to say to about theater, sound design, TORN Theater on Racist Negativity), and more.