Join Allison and Stephanie for the final episode of the 2024 podcast. And what a guest to finish off a fantastic season! Kathryn MacKay is a founding member of the Playhouse, and was instrumental in the creation of the Firehall Theatre space. Stephanie and Allison chat with her about her work with PeerLess Productions, her return to the Firehall for it's 20th anniversary, and what she's enjoying most about her time in Gananoque.

Stephanie and Allison chat with Jesus Christ Superstar's Choreographer Nicol Spinola about taking the musical across the country, the relationship between choreographer and director, and experience producing immersive site-specific musical theatre in Vancouver.

Allison and Stephanie speak with set and costume designer Jawon Kang and lighting designer Christian Horoszczak about their work on Doubt: A Parable, their history of collaboration, and their favourite type of theatre to design for.

Join Stephanie, Allison, and actors Maev Beaty and Wade Bogert-O'Brien as they speak about Mary's Wedding, the magic of Stephen Massicotte's prose, love letters, and how to mail an orange.

Stephanie and Allison speak with Murder for Two's Music Director Avery-Jean Brennan about her work on the show as it travelled from Nova Scotia to Gananoque, the unique opportunities of music directing for actor/musicians, and the mysterious and important "third character" onstage.

Join Allison and special guest host Kyla Musselman (host of the podcast "T**s & Teeth") as they chat with performers Annika Tupper (Sophie) and Brandon Antonio (Sky) about their thoughts on the state of Canadian Musical Theatre, their recent work in Canada and abroad, and how it feels to take on ABBA's iconic songs in this season's production of Mamma Mia! Annika and Brandon also go head-to-head in a round of ABBA trivia. Who will reign supreme? You can find "T**s & Teeth" wherever...

Allison and Stephanie speak with Director Krista Jackson and Playwright Sophia Fabiilli about the first show of our 2024 season, Liars at a Funeral

Hosts Allison and Marta talk with Human Cargo Artistic Director, Christopher Morris. They discuss the work that Human Cargo does, what the process of creating The Runner was like and how the decision was made to have the entire piece take place on a treadmill.

In this episode, Allison chats with Tyler Check (Guy) and Chris Barillaro (Music Director) about the magic of Once, the challenges and excitement of playing live instruments on stage, and the difference between "diegetic" and "non-diegetic" sound. They also wonder, "Where is Marta McDonald?"

On this episode, hosts Allison and Marta talk to the two actors from Sexual Misconduct of the Middle Classes, Jonas Chernick and Romi Shraiter. They discuss their relationship with this play that has lead them to this production, what it's like doing such intense and nuanced content, and how they delveloped their characters.

Allison and Marta talk with Bittergirl - The Musical's Stage Manager, Kat Chin. They catch up with Kat during her preparation week before rehearsals even began! They discuss what it means to be a stage manager and how you approach each different production.

Allison & Marta chat with Director, Lisa Karen Cox and Set Designer, Sarah Uwadiae about Intimate Apparel. They talk about using space to create private moments in a story, and what it means to have an intimacy coordinator on a production.

Join hosts Allison Hess and Marta McDonald as they chat with Director/Choreographer of The Sound of Music, Naomi Costain. They chat about what it's like being both Director and Choreographer, what it's been like working with the large group of local kids and so much more!

Welcome to the 2023 season! Hosts Allison Hess and Marta McDonald chat with two of the actors starring in Baskerville - A Sherlock Holmes Mystery. Jamie and Colin are playing Sherlock and Holmes respectively. They chat about what it's like playing such iconic characters and how they are enjoying their time in Gananoque.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with Director & Choreographer Julie Tomaino and Music Director David Terriault about Jersey Boys

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with Director Esther Jun about Kim's Convenience.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with actor Lisa Horner about Every Brilliant Thing.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with actors Keleshaye Christmas-Simpson and Jasmine Huang, and Co-Costume Designer Joshua Quinlan about The Music Man.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with Krystle Dos Santos and Tracey Power about Hey Viola!

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with actors Alana Bridgewater and Reena Jolly about Perfect Wedding, the shifting role of woman in farce and comedies, their experience in rehearsals, and the dramaturgical process.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia and Allison chat with actor Autumn-Joy Dames and Billy Lake about Back in '59.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia Fabiilli and Marta McDonald chat with actor Janelle Hanna, actor/musician Quinn Dooley, and director Brett Christopher about Miss Caledonia.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia Fabiilli and Marta McDonald chat with set and costume designer Rachel Forbes about Serving Elizabeth.

On this episode of the Playhouse podcast, hosts Sophia Fabiilli and Marta McDonald chat with director and choreographer Stephanie Graham about Back in '59.