In this series American Stage's Producing Artistic Director, Stephanie Gularte, meets with a guest in our virtual community roundtable to discuss live theatre during the pandemic and beyond.  In this conversation she is joined by Chris Steinocher, the CEO of the St. Petersburg Chamber, for a conversation about reimagining our City of the Arts the “St. Pete Way.”  Audio Production: Sadie Lockhart

The Shakespeare Lite series will be highlighted on our podcast throughout the month of June.  This episode is all about Shakespeare's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, as performed on American Stage's virtual stage.  In this episode you will hear from the director Chris Crawford, a prologue delivered before the performance by Lyle Sweppenheiser, an excerpt from the performance itself and the chat back conversation with the cast.   You can join us for a live performance of Shakespeare Lite each Sunday in...

This spotlight series conversation dives into the process and transition of performing and directing in a virtual theater space.  We are joined by Benjamin Ismail,  Dee Selmore, Enoch King and Roxanne Fay, all artists who have performed with us before on our in-person stage and are now featured in our virtual Shakespeare Lite series.  You can join us for our Shakespeare Lite series each Sunday in June at 2pm.  Audio Production: Sadie Lockhart

In this series our Producing Artistic Director, Stephanie Gularte, meets with a guest in our virtual community roundtable to discuss live theatre during the pandemic and beyond.  In this conversation she is joined by John Collins, Executive Director of the St. Pete Arts Alliance, to share perspectives on staging a creative comeback in St. Pete and to answer the question, "what role can the arts play in creating a post-COVID renaissance in our community?" Audio Production: Sadie Lockhart

The Shakespeare Lite series will be highlighted on our podcast throughout the month of June.  This episode is all about Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET, as performed on American Stage's virtual stage.  In this episode you will hear from the director Kristin Clippard, a prologue delivered before the performance by John Perez, an excerpt from the performance itself and the chat back conversation with the cast.   You can join us for a live performance of Shakespeare Lite each Sunday in June at 2

Join American Stage’s Associate Artistic Director, Kristin Clippard, Director of Education and Outreach, Tiffany Ford and Director of Production, Jerid Fox as they discuss how American Stage is working to connect with our community through online programming and the process of creating both our virtual stage and virtual academy. Audio Production: Sadie Lockhart 

This episode features a conversation between Stephanie Gularte, Producing Artistic Director of American Stage in Florida and Michael Stevenson, Producing Artistic Director of Capital Stage in California.  Their conversation discusses the partnership between these two companies, the co-production that was planned for this season, Joshua Harmon’s ADMISSIONS, and what it is like to lead an arts organization in the middle of a pandemic in 2020.  www.capstage.org Audio Production: Sadie Lockhart 

A conversation with Rachel Harrison, American Stage's production stage manager, as she discusses her journey to stage management, her role in the company, the Stage Management Association and the Year of the Stage Manager. Learn more about these programs by visiting stagemanagers.org or join the "Year of the Stage Manager 2020" group on Facebook.  Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

As a part of our 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival, American Stage's Producing Artistic Director, Stephanie Gularte sits down with Nan Barnett, the Executive Director of the National New Play Network for a live panel discussion.  The conversation delves into the importance of new play development, what the New Play Exchange is, and the blossoming world of theatre right here in Florida. Produced by: Sadie Lockhart

As a part of our 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival, Associate Artistic Director, Kristin Clippard interviews the playwrights whose scripts received a stage reading at our February 2020 festival.  Featuring: L. Peter Callender (STRANGE COURTESIES); Hal Borden (DON MISTERIOSO); Taylor Leigh Lamb (YOU TOO?); John Bavoso (MLM IS FOR MURDER); Jennifer Blackmer (PREDICTOR).  Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

Across the country, theater companies are looking for ways to move through the current crisis and envision the future of theater. American Stage's Associate Artistic Director (AAD), Kristin Clippard, holds a virtual discussion with other theater arts producers, including: Dawn Monique Williams, AAD at Aurora Theater Co. (CA); Nathan Halvorson, Associate Director at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center (CO); Tamara Winters, AAD at Know Theater (OH); Sarah Hankins, AAD at Triad Stage (NC).

Stephanie Gularte, American Stage's Producing Artistic Director, leads a virtual panel with local arts leaders to discuss the impact of the pandemic on organizations in the area and how they can continue to achieve the artistic objective to serve as a point of connection among people, while we are all physically apart. She is joined in this conversation by Chris Crawford of freeFall Theater, Paul Wilborn of the Palladium Theater, Bob Devin Jones of Studio 620, & Alex Harris of Arts...

Join us for a virtual conversation with our leadership team at American Stage (Stephanie Gularte, Kristin Clippard, Jerid Fox, and Tiffany Ford) as they discuss how American Stage is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact on our company, and the connections we are striving to make with our community. Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

A live recording of our behind the scenes event for the world premiere of THE PEOPLE DOWNSTAIRS by Natalie Symons at American Stage.  A deeper dive into the development of the script, its themes, and the journey of this play.  The conversation features playwright, Natalie Symons and director, Chris Crawford.  Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

Spotlight on the American Stage school tour! A conversation with the Director of Education and Outreach about the importance and impact of theater for young audiences.  With special guests from THE WIND IN THE WILLOW school tour cast: Matt Acquard, Dylan Renfrow, Courtney McLaren, Donovan Whitney, and Sadie Lockhart.  Additional commentary from young guests who saw school tour this season!  Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

A live recording of our behind the scenes event for SKELETON CREW by Dominique Morisseau at American Stage. A deeper dive into the characters, artistry and themes of the script and our production.  The conversation features select members of the cast, Enoch King* and Dee Selmore*, and the director L. Peter Callender.  Special Guest Host: Wedeline Casimir Produced by: Sadie Lockhart  *Member of Actors' Equity Association

A spotlight on the the student matinee experience for American Stage's production of SILENT SKY.  Interviews with students who attended a pre-show workshop, visited our theater to experienced this production, and conversed in a post-show chat back.  Special guest host Lyle Sweppenheiser, our education and outreach apprentice, gives his thoughts on facilitating and designing the student matinee experience.   Produced by: Sadie Lockhart  

Jeremy Douglass, sound designer and original composer for American Stage's production of SILENT SKY, is revolutionizing the way the we experience underscoring, soundscapes,  and music in the theater.  This exclusive interview gives an in depth look into his work, process, and original compositions for SILENT SKY.   Check out his websites for more content and music at jeremydouglassmusic.com and floridabjorkestra.com.  You can also learn more about his work in the American Theatre Magazine.

A behind the scenes look into American Stage's production of SILENT SKY by Lauren Gunderson.  We are joined by director, Kristin Clippard, Sherri Smith-Dodgeson of Miss Science, and Tanja Diederich of Starsplitter Adventures as we discuss the intricate themes of the show and the incredible impact of Henrietta Leavitt's discovers on the world.   Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

A conversation with actor Vi Tran about his experience working on VIETGONE with musical selections and conversations about he and Mackenzie Goodwin Tran's original work, THE BUTCHER'S SON, a Vietnamese American Musical.   Instagram: @butchersonmusical Twitter: @TBSmusical Produced by: Sadie Lockhart

A live recording of our behind the scenes event for VIETGONE by Qui Nguyen at American Stage.  A deeper dive into the artistry, themes, and theatrical elements of our production.  The conversation features select members of the cast, Jeff Kim, Sami Ma*, Vi Tran, and the director, Brian Balcom.  Produced: Sadie Lockhart  Join us for Behind the Scene for SILENT SKY on November 10th  *Member of Actors’ Equity Association 

How improvisational theatre impacts cognitive, emotional, and social development for individuals and communities. Special guests: Kathleen Taylor, Megan Felder, Jenna Felder, Eric Anderson, and Patrick A. Jackson. Produced by: Sadie Lockhart

Spotlight on Artist Laura Spencer A conversation with Laura Spencer, artist of American Stage's 2019-2020 season artwork as she discusses her process in creating poster art and the key elements that she featured in the series.   Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

How provocative theatre can transform a community.  An interview with Stephanie Gularte about her play selection process and an in-depth look into the programming of our 2019-2020 season.  Produced by: Sadie Lockhart 

A conversation surrounding the musical's themes including: identity, inter-generational support, and more ways to be an inclusive community.  Host: Patrick A. Jackson  Conversation with: Jim Nixon (METRO Marketing Manager & LGBT Liason); James Keane (METRO Division Director of Development); Ryan Williams-Jent (Tampa Bay Bureau Chief at Watermark); TeMonet - Nicole Levy (Co founder of Out and Loud Florida, Fundraising w /Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Florida TRANS MISSION MEDIA)