In this episode, we sit down with Mary Nye Bennett, the Artistic Director for Atlanta Lyric Theatre. We explore her role as an artistic director, learn about the Lyric Theatre and how shows are selected, and we even get a little audition advice! Mary also opens up about her decision to take the stage again in the upcoming show "War Paint." Also find out her hopes for the future of Atlanta theater! You can learn more about the Atlanta Lyric Theatre and their 40th anniversary season (including the show War Paint!) here: http://atlantalyrictheatre.com/ . You can support their current Mix Match campaign here: http://atlantalyrictheatre.com/support-us/ And if you want to learn more about the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre mentioned, visit: https://www.rockymountainrep.com/ Join the Troupe! Sign up for our mailing list to hear about local training opportunities, must-see shows, and so that you never miss an episode: http://www.atlantatobroadway.com/ . Connect with us on social media: Facebook (where we share LOTS of resources about training programs, camps, shows, etc.): https://www.facebook.com/atlanta2broadway/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlanta2broadway/ ( @atlanta2broadway ) Get in touch! Do you have questions you’d like explored or guests to suggest for the podcast? Give us a shout at [email protected]!