Theatre Geeks
Talk show about community theatre and performing arts.
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Microphones on stage:To Mike or Not to Mike
When do microphones on stage hurt more than they help ...
When do microphones on stage hurt more than they help a performance? Microphones on stage can be a boon or a bane, depending on the production, the house, the point of view of the director and the skill of the performer(s) involved.
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Get the picture! The importance of good stage photography.
Make your stage photography tell the story and promote your ...
Make your stage photography tell the story and promote your show The Geeks discuss what's needed in good, promotional stage photography. Whether it's to record the show's progress, preserve a record of the set, costumes etc., or for publicity purposes,
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100 Deirdre Lovejoy talks about Lucky Guy, Tom Hanks, her new one-woman play and more!
It's our 100th episode and Lucky Us! Deirdre Lovejoy joins ...
It's our 100th episode and Lucky Us! Deirdre Lovejoy joins the Geeks! Deirdre Lovejoy joins Theatre Geeks' 100th episode to talk about her Lucky Guy experience, her new one-woman show, Broadway and more. Dede (as we know her) was in the cast of Lucky ...
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99: Casting decisions: Experience vs talented new face
Taking a chance on new talent when casting a play ...
Taking a chance on new talent when casting a play Most directors have faced this casting problem: the known quantity, an actor you know gives a good audition. You've worked with him before and you trust him. But a new face, someoone you don't know,
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Audience etiquette: another smackdown
The Geeks air some pet peeves about audience etiquette Every ...
The Geeks air some pet peeves about audience etiquette Every once in a while we just have to have another audience smackdown. Whether we're creating or attending theatre, we are very aware of those audience members who are rude, crude, illegal,
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In theatre production, it’s the little things that matter
Good theatre productions require an eye (or several) watching the ...
Good theatre productions require an eye (or several) watching the "little stuff". You're attending a theatre production of Annie Get Your Gun (stay with us here), and you're enjoying the production numbers but suddenly realize that one of the women is...
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All or nothing at all? Honesty at the audition
At an audition, we're often asked what role(s) we're interested ...
At an audition, we're often asked what role(s) we're interested in, and sometimes, if we're willing to take another role if offered. What to do? Many actors say they'll only accept a particular role, but when there are many parts to fill,
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Wigs and beards: the pleasures (and horrors) of hair on stage
When it comes to wigs and beards, one-size doesn't fit ...
When it comes to wigs and beards, one-size doesn't fit all Wigs and beards (and other hairy add-ons) require a lot of care in their selection, use, styling, and maintenance, and this week, the Geeks explore their use on stage. -
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When theatre critics attack, should a theatre fight back?
Theatre critics aren't always nice, or fair. Is there anything ...
Theatre critics aren't always nice, or fair. Is there anything we can do about reviews we don't like? Episode 94 Lashing back at theatre critics makes for some interesting news stories, and there isn't a community theatre actor or director who hasn'...
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Latino Theatre in Chicago
Miguel Nunez talks about his journey from community theatre to ...
Miguel Nunez talks about his journey from community theatre to Chicago's Theatre Scene The Geeks got to know Miguel as Michael Natoli a decade ago when he arrived at our home theatre (Elkhart Civic Theatre) with a thick Venezuelan accent but load...
