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  • 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 ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    86 Must the Show Go On?

    In this episode, Jim and Glen ask the age-old question: Must the show go on? Oh, sure, the old adage is simply “the show must go on,” but must it really? Under all circumstances? Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, to leave a comment or suggestion, and more.… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    85 So You Want To Direct?

    Jim and Glen take another look at directing, from the impetus of desire, through selecting a show, and moving on to what directing means. Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, to leave a comment or suggestion, and more. Be sure to stay home and isolated as much as… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Season 5

    84 The New Reality (Part 2, Theatres’ Return)

    Glen and Jim continue their triumphant(?) return to your ears with a continuation of their discussion of The New Reality. Hear how area theatres are traversing the pandemic, what may be in store for their futures, and more. Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, to leave a comment… [ More ]

  • Episodes, Holiday Specials, Season 5, Special Episodes

    83 Horror Stories (Halloween Special)

    Jim and Glen share their stories of theatrical horror in their latest (and final?) Hallowe’en extravaganza. Learn about the worst side of theatre and what’s scarred them for life! Please visit us on backstage.link for past episodes, to leave a comment or suggestion, and more. Be sure to stay home… [ More ]