The Subtext: Chloé Hung and the Magic of Writing
The writer of ‘Issei, He Say’ talks about making plays from her family’s life, feeling the pressure to tell immigrant stories, and rebalancing her priorities.
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American Theatre‘s podcasts feature timely and timeless conversations and interviews in and about the theatre field.
The Subtext
A podcast where playwrights talk to playwrights about the things usually left unsaid: what irks, agitates, motivates, inspires, and makes writers tick. Brian James Polak hosts. Guests have included David Adjmi, Antoinette Nwandu, Jen Silverman, Will Arbery, Korde Arrington Tuttle, Clare Barron, Chisa Hutchinson, Rebecca Gilman, Isaac Gomez, Ike Holter, and many more.
Theatrical Mustang
This independently produced podcast from actor-writer-activist Woodzick brings listeners interviews with unbridled talent and cultural trailblazers from across the country, including Sara Porkalob, Jill Sobule, jaamil olawale kosoko, John Jarboe, Mykai Eastman, and more.
Offscript
This occasional podcast features the editors of American Theatre in conversation with each other and with special guests.
Three on the Aisle
A monthly (or sometimes more) podcast from New York about theatre in America, featuring drama critics Peter Marks, Terry Teachout, and Elisabeth Vincentelli. Guests have included Tracy Letts, Conor McPherson, Lila Neugebauer, Samira Wiley, Kate Hamill, Sam Hunter, Soraya Nadia McDonald, Helen Shaw, Diep Tran, Lily Janiak, Tamilla Woodard, and more.
Token Theatre Friends
This podcast from Diep Tran and Jose Solís (discontinued in June 2020; new independent site here) brought a person-of-color perspective to reviews of and interviews with theatre artists in New York City.
Theatrical Mustang: The Menagerists of Kafka on Ice
This month, Woodzick talks with Erin Rollman and Brian Colonna of Buntport Theater, a non-hierarchical collective in Denver known for imaginative, campy adaptations.
Offscript: Nilo Cruz’s Search for Beauty
In this episode, Gabriela talks to the Pulitzer-winning playwright about his new triple-play in Miami, and Rob checks in with LA Times arts reporter Ashley Lee.
The Subtext: Tim J. Lord and the Human Story
This month Brian talks with the award-winning playwright about how he went from technician to playwright, and how to find the real drama behind a true historical event.
Sunam Ellis Wants to Hear Your Voice
In this episode, Woodzick talks with the Seattle-based creative about returning to acting, creating caring classrooms, and seeing the ‘whole picture’ as a director.
Offscript: What Mfoniso Udofia and Awoye Timpo Find in ‘The Grove’
This month we speak to the playwright and director of a new play at the Huntington, and check in with NY Times critic at large Maya Phillips.
The Subtext: Aya Ogawa, In Control
This month Brian talks with playwright, director, and performer Aya Ogawa about “hacking away with a machete” toward a career and directing their own work.
Offscript: A Shot of ‘Eureka Day’ and a Visit to Seattle
This episode features a chat on the stage of Manhattan Theatre Club with playwright Jonathan Spector, and a check-in with Seattle Times arts writer Gemma Wilson.
Theatrical Mustang: Monét X Change Wants the Stage
This month, Woodzick talks with drag superstar Monét X Change about her solo Life be Lifin’, collaborating on music with BenDeLaCreme, sources of queer joy, and Broadway aspirations.
The Subtext: Kelley Nicole Girod, in It for the Drama
This month Brian talks with the playwright, producer, Fire This Time Festival founder, and Apollo Theater director of new works about drama, balance, and Louisiana history.
