Season 5

  • Episodes, Interviews, Season 5, Special Episodes

    96 Publicity

    In this episode, Jim and Glen get together with Deb Topka of Barley Sheaf Players to discuss the role of Publicity. Learn a bit about the ins and outs of how to get the word out, and where that word might go. Please visit podcast.backstage.com to learn more about the… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    95 Stage Management

    In this episode, Glen and Jim discuss that most vital of backstage roles: Stage Manager. While their direct experience is somewhat limited, as directors, they know how the skill of a stage manager can make or break a show once it’s opened. Please visit podcast.backstage.com to learn more about the… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    94 Auditions Revisited: Monologues and Scene Partners

    In the latest episode, Jim and Glen return to a topic not discussed since the first season of The Backstage Show: Auditions. This time, they talk about how to prepare to deal with monologues and scene partners. The former may be rarely encountered, but the latter is nearly unavoidable! As… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    93 Sharing Stories Not Germs 2

    We’re back! Again! After another longer-than-intended space between episodes, Glen and Jim return to discuss how they’ve been filling their theatre time as the pandemic (hopefully) winds down. Spoiler alert: They both found a way to get involved in shows. Visit our website at www.backstage.link for Backstage Show swag, to… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Interviews, Season 5, Special Episodes

    92 Roundtable with Kevin and Christine Robinson

    The Robinsons are back to join Glen and Jim one last time! This episode doesn’t have a specific topic—it’s just a trip through the minds of a group of community theatre people! More information is available on podcast.backstage.link. As always, thanks for lending us your ears.

  • Episodes, Season 5

    91 Putting the “Community” in Community Theatre

    In this episode, Glen and Jim discuss what it means for a community theatre to be a part of the community. And, conversely, what it means for a community to be a part of its theatre. More information is available on podcast.backstage.link. As always, thanks for lending us your ears.

  • Episodes, Interviews, Season 5, Special Episodes

    90 Robinson Interview 3 (Kids’ Shows)

    With more interview topics to cover, Christine and Kevin Robinson are back for a third round! This time, Glen and Jim grill them on Kids’ Shows in community theatre, a topic with which Christine is quite familiar. Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, Backstage Show merch, to leave… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Interviews, Season 5, Special Episodes

    89 Robinson Interview 2 (Treasurer)

    Jim and Glen’s interview with Kevin and Christine Robinson continues. This episode, they discuss the ins and outs of being a treasurer in community theatre, a role Kevin has held possibly since the dawn of time. Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, Backstage Show merch, to leave a… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Interviews, Season 5, Special Episodes

    88 Robinson Interview 1 (Producing)

    Back at it again! In this episode, Jim and Glen are joined by Kevin and Christine Robinson, discussing the ins and outs of producing a show in community theatre. Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, Backstage Show merch, to leave a comment or suggestion, and more. Thanks for… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Holiday Specials, Season 5, Special Episodes

    87 Chestnut Roasting 3 (Christmas Special)

    Glen and Jim are back, roasting another chestnut for your entertainment. This year, they redefine what a chestnut is… sort of… and the fire gets a little out of control. Happy holidays to all! Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, to leave a comment or suggestion, and more.… [ More ]