Platte River Bard Podcast
Meet those who are shaping the Arts in the Platte River area and beyond!
Join us for real and honest conversations about the work of Creatives and their contribution to the Arts! Even if you are a theatre-goer, or an involved actor or staff of the performing arts, you will meet and learn from talented individuals in our area.
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Episodes

Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Join us to learn about OCP's 2021-2022 Season! We had the opportunity to speak with Susie Baer Collins about each show in the upcoming season. Season tickets are on sale now at omahaplayhouse.com!
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Omaha Community Playhouse Contact Information:
Facebook: omahaplayhouse
Instagram:@omahaplayhouse
Website: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/
To Donate: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/
Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132
Box Office: (402) 553-0800Toll Free Box Office: 1-888-782-4338Administrative Line: (402) 553-4890
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Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Join us for some "behind the scenes" talk with the Director and Cast of The Florentine Player's production opening August 5th, of Ken Ludwig's The Games Afoot - or Holmes for the Holidays! The play runs August 5, 6, 7 & 8th.
We want to extend our thanks to Derek Kowol, and The Florence Community Theater for welcoming us as always! And also thanks to Sara Scheidies, Katherine Villata, and Molly Anderson for such a fun conversation!
The Florence Community Theater – home to The Florentine Players – has been staging productions in the Florence area since 1964. Although often known for the Annual Melodrama, the Theater stages three major productions per year.
For more information including performance dates, show ratings, and show descriptions, please visit https://www.florentineplayers.com
All productions performed at Florence City Hall located at 2862 State Street in Omaha, Nebraska. Note Programming and scheduling are subject to change
The Florentine Players are organized as a division of the Florence Historical Foundation , a non-profit, tax-free corporation.
Website: https://florentineplayers.com/index.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorentinePlayers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florencecommunitytheater/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlorenceTheater
The Florence Theater, 2864 State Street, Florence, Omaha, Nebraska, Phone: 531-600-8634
Email: info@florencetheater.org
#florencetheater #florentineplayer
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Sunday Aug 01, 2021
Sunday Aug 01, 2021
Under The Radar is holding their annual festival this year beginning August 2-7, 2021! Join us as we talk with Amanda DeBoer Bartlett, CMA Director and Co-Founder of Omaha Under The Radar. She is the co-founder of two ensembles and a contemporary music festival, and is a soprano with internationally acclaimed Ensemble Dal Niente. Amanda gives us all the information about the festival, including the venues where it will be held!
Website: https://www.undertheradaromaha.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/omahaundertheradar
Amanda DeBoer Bartlett: https://www.amandadeboer.com/
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Saturday Jul 31, 2021
Saturday Jul 31, 2021
Wanting to know what Theatre and Art is out there to see? Tune in each week for a quick rundown of lots of performances in Omaha, Lincoln, and their Greater Areas!
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Thursday Jul 22, 2021
Thursday Jul 22, 2021
Join us for a quick episode with Mandy Aleksiak, Membership Drive Director, to hear about the special membership drive The Rose is doing in partnership with Ted and Wally's Ice Cream Shop in The Old Market. The drive will be from 7pm to 9pm tonight (July 22nd) and Monday through Thursday of next week (July 26-29, 2021). Get a discount on membership tickets and free ice cream at the same time!
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Website: www.rosetheater.org
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/therosetheater/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoseTheaterCo @RoseTheaterCo
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7oWcQQVIuQHWASiMucxsEw
The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 402.345.4849
info@rosetheater.org
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Saturday Jul 17, 2021
Saturday Jul 17, 2021
Such a nice conversation with Jon Flower, President of the Board at Ralston Community Theatre, and Todd Uhrmacher, Artistic Director about their summer musical, The Addams Family! The summer production from RCT is an annual treat to look forward to and make sure to plan for! Get your tickets now and see this hilarious play, because laughter is so therapeutic, especially in our unprecedented times.
Jon and Todd are seasoned veterans of the theatre and the Arts Community and have been recognized in each of their fields. We look forward to talking with them again!
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RALSTON COMMUNITY THEATRE CONTACT INFORMATION
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ralstoncommunitytheatre
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RalstonTheatre
🎨Instagram: https://instagram.com/ralstoncommunitytheatre
Website for information, tickets, donations: http://ralstoncommunitytheatre.org/
Ralston Community Theatre, 8969 Park Drive, Ralston, NE
Phone: 402-898-3545
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Saturday Jul 17, 2021
Saturday Jul 17, 2021
Join us as we talk to Katie Broman, Executive Director of the Omaha Community Playhouse. Recently, OCP released a Press Release that announced they would be offering a fee to their actors and crew members. We were fortunate to talk to Ms. Broman about this Press Release and ask a few questions about this exciting news!
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Omaha Community Playhouse Contact Information:
Email: info@omahaplayhouse.com
Facebook: omahaplayhouse
Instagram:@omahaplayhouse
Website: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/
To Donate: https://www.omahaplayhouse.com/
Omaha Community Playhouse, 6915 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132
Box Office: (402) 553-0800Toll Free Box Office: 1-888-782-4338Administrative Line: (402) 553-4890
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Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Join us as we talk with Tamar Neumann, Executive Director of the Omaha Fringe Festival! After having to skip last years' festival, the Omaha Fringe Festival will be held in person this year! Join us as we talk about the Festival, it's two locations, and how and when it will be held.
"36 Performances, 12 Companies, One Community, 6 Days, 2 Venues."
2021 Omaha Fringe Festival
Dates: August 5-7, 12-14th.
Preview Party at Big Canvas on July 31st.
Performances for the Omaha Fringe Festival scheduled are as follows:
Once Upon a time in Omaha, performed by Big Canvas: Doug Rothgeb, Eric Green, Tracie Mauk, Heather Jones, and Lindsey Theis.
Picture Window Puppet Theatre, written by Ellen Struve; Music Director, Kevin Pike; Musician Reese Pike; and Puppeteer, Edward Pike.
Brooke Makes Fun Comedy Special, by Comedian Brooke Barsell.
Belly Dance: A Celebration by Chrysalis Studio Productions.
Lunch Date by PastEurize Productions, Directed by Madeline McCrae, Performance by Mackenzie Zielke and Chris Berger.
Mother Night by Max In One Productions and Aaron Spratte.
Run For Cover by Serena Norr.
Sitcom by The After School Club, Driected by AnnaLeesa Sawyer Telford; Sound Design by Oliver Coffman; Performances by Kylah Calloway, Oliver Delgado, Zander Gibney, Marissa Halfhill, Chloe Peterson. Produced by Jeremy Stoll.
Prohibition 100 Years: Temperance is Dead by Jungle Productions 2.
Bharanatyam by Gurukulam Center for Indian Arts, performed by Mallika Jayanti.
Fragmented Reality by The New Age Theatre Company, Directed by Matthew Kischer
The Hero's Journey: An Improvised Musical by Less Mis Presents, a musical improv team. Robyn Helwig is the Musical Director, and the Cast also includes Matt Johnson, Karl Houser.
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Website: https://omahafringe.square.site/
To Donate and Support: https://checkout.square.site/buy/WYCOWEZP5POWMYDMCLU2UOHW
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/omahafringefest/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/
Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/
#FirstOmahaFringe
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A special Thank You to the Hot Shops Art Center at 1301 Nicholas Street, Omaha, NE. 402-342-6452 www.hotshopsartcenter.com.
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2021, Chris and Sheri Berger

Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Congratulations to Why Arts and Arts In Motion! We are back with a new podcast where we talk with the "Two Kim's"! Kim Jubenville, Executive Director for WhyArts and Kim Clark-Kaczmarek, Program Director at Arts In Motion! WhyArts not only focuses on education and inclusion in the Arts, but also helps Artists and those needing Artists get together. Join us for a fun filled meeting as we discuss what's happening at WhyArts!
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WhyArts Contact Information:
WhyArtsBarbara Weitz Community Engagement Center at UNO6001 Dodge St.Omaha, NE 68182402.312.4211info@whyartsinc.org.
Find them on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhyArtsInc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whyartsnebraska/
Website: www.whyartsinc.org
To Donate: https://www.whyartsinc.org/partners/
To become a teaching Artist with WhyArts: https://www.whyartsinc.org/artists/
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2021, Chris and Sheri Berger

Friday Apr 30, 2021
Friday Apr 30, 2021
Huzzah! The Renaissance Festival at the Bellevue Berry Farm is back May 1st for two full weekends of fun!! We speak to Howard Coffin of Bootstrap Productions, as well as two of his volunteers! Though this year the cast will be smaller to adjust because of the pandemic, there are still lots of food, activities, and fun for all ages! Purchase tickets at the door or online.
Please see their website and Facebook page for covid safety protocols and mask requirements.
Website: https://renfestnebraska.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RenFestNE/
Tickets: https://www.purplepass.com/#u49281/Bootstrap_Productions.html
The Bellevue Berry Farm is located at 48th street between Cornhusker road and Highway 370 in Bellevue / Papillion
11001 S 48th St, Papillion NE
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2021, Chris and Sheri Berger

Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Join us for a very bard-like episode, as we talk with Daena Schweiger, President of the Theatre Arts Guild. Daena gives us an update on the work the TAG's Board of Directors is doing for the Guild in 2021. In addition, we have a short story and a poem to share with you in our bard way!
Daena Schweiger is the President of the Theatre Arts Guild in Omaha, Nebraska. Daena is also an actor, director, playwright, sound designer, stage manager, audiobook narrator, and also a podcast host of the podcast, "Thank You 5" where she interviews many of the local artisans in the area!
It's a pleasure to work with the Theatre Arts Guild, and we thank both Daena, and the TAG Board of Directors for sharing their work with us!
TAG CONTACT INFORMATION:
Website: https://theatreartsguild.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TAGOmaha/timeline/
Instagram: Instagram: https://instagram.com/tagomaha?igshid=pwdhdnok2lt1
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tagomaha
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Daena Schweiger, "Thank You 5" Podcast is available anywhere you find podcasts, including Apple, Spotify, Anchor, Listen Notes, Stitcher to name a few! Or visit Daena's website at https://thankyou5pod.com/. You can also find Daena on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thankyou5pod
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The story and poem read in this podcast are in the public domain:
The Tomb of Pan by Lord Dunsany
Songs for the People by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper
For more information Frances Ellen Watkins Harper:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frances_Harper
https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/frances-ellen-watkins-harper
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/frances-ellen-watkins-harper
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2021, Chris and Sheri Berger

Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley, Nebraska is giving the community a free virtual Christmas play in these unprecedented times. We talk with the cast of the show, the Artistic Director, and the playwrights, Kat and Will Cover.
The Artistic Director, Kevin Colbert, chose to work with local playwrights for this production, and the result is a heartwarming Christmas story about a couple who have lost the Christmas spirit, and is in jeopardy of losing a connection with each other.
The production will be released this week, so be sure to visit the Lofte's website and Facebook page for more information.
***You can now watch this online until January 22nd at: www.lofte.org/making-spirits-bright **
Lofte Contact Information:
Website: www.lofte.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loftecommunitytheatre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loftetheatre/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelofte?lang=en
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Kat and Will Cover, Grandpa Snazzy's, Victorian Emporium and Theatrical Rentals Contact Information:
Website: https://grandpasnazzys.com/
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Saturday Dec 12, 2020
Saturday Dec 12, 2020
EZNDIL is the performing act of Michael and Nancee Micham, a married duo who have been performing together for nearly 30 years. We’re not making it up! EZNDIL play a variety of musical styles based on the folk music tradition; Americana and Celtic, as well as original songs and comedy. They are an eclectic, energetic, funny and heartwarming experience to see. Mike and Nancee are an absolute delight, and without a doubt, if you ever get a chance to see them perform, go out of your way to do so! Join us for a crazy and wonderful interview with EZNDIL. We’re not making it up!
And the day this Podcast releases, is also their 30th Wedding Anniversary! So feel free to visit their Facebook page and wish them well after you’ve checked out the Podcast!
Watch EZNDIL in The Jolly Rogers Virtual Renaissance Festival Show found here: https://youtu.be/C0UmSj0L9Uo
Find EZNDIL contact information here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EZNDIL
Website: www.frondoorfarmmarket.com
To purchase music, visit Bandcamp, or follow the links on their website.
Kansas City Storytelling Videos on You Tube:
13th Annual Storytelling Celebration (Night 1): https://youtu.be/2-axO_P941g
(Night 2): https://youtu.be/D9_5FNYPUMw
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Saturday Dec 05, 2020
Saturday Dec 05, 2020
Hopelessly in love with the art of illusion for more than 30 years, Matthew Gurley has spent much of his life learning practicing, and perfecting his magic and his stage performance. Matthew was in high school when he was introduced to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival.
In the course of his experiences with the Festival, he has played all manner of roles including working for artisans and crafters, and in 2005 teamed up with Dr. Dumpe, a 30 year veteran of the Faire. Matt has escaped from a straight jacket while suspended upside down 12 feet above the stage, walked in a bed of broken glass, fire-eating and even the Human Blockhead stunt.
Matt’s wife Dani, and his daughter, Claire are both performers at the Faire. You will find Claire on stilts and can find her on Facebook at “Claire Up There Entertainment”.
Watch Marvelous Matt in The Jolly Rogers Virtual Renaissance Festival Show found here: https://youtu.be/C0UmSj0L9Uo
Find Marvelous Matt contact information here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Marvelous.Matt.Magic
Website: https://pastmagic.biz/marvelousmatt
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© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Friday Dec 04, 2020
Friday Dec 04, 2020
Rod Sipe, aka “Dr. Dumpe L.B.P.” has been performing at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival for over 40 years. In that time Rod has presented tens of thousands of shows with an assortment of magical feats mixed with a brand of comedy that has amazed, amused, and entertained audiences throughout the USA, Mexico, and Europe. Not only is Rod a Magician, he is also a Fire Eater. Rod Sipe is recognized as America’s Premier Fire-Eating Magician, and is a featured performer in a variety of venues with his famous act performing as Dr. H. Dumpe, Physician Turned Magician, L.B.P.
Watch Dr. Dumpe in The Jolly Rogers Virtual Renaissance Festival Show on The Jolly Rogers You Tube Channel found here: https://youtu.be/C0UmSj0L9Uo
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Dr. Dumpe contact information -
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicandfire
Website: www.eatfire.com
To find out more about the Kansas City Renaissance Festival, visit their website at www.kcrenfest.com.
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Saturday Nov 28, 2020
Brian Wendling, aka “Bob The Incredible Juggler”, is an award winning entertainer who has performed at Disney World and the Atlanta Olympics. He has also opened for the Guess Who and has been a guest artist with the Kansas City Symphony and the Kansas City Reparatory Theatre. He has is an International Jugglers Association Team Champion, had placed 5th place in the Individual Competitions. Brian is also an approved Missouri Touring Performer with the Missouri Arts Council, and the National School Assemblies, as well as many other headlining acts. Brian’s charm, and his unbelievable consistent talent through the years makes him a experienced and trustworthy performer. He has performed at The Kansas City Renaissance Festival for 40 years.
Watch Bob the Incredible Juggler in The Jolly Rogers Virtual Renaissance Festival Show found on The Jolly Rogers You Tube Channel here: https://youtu.be/C0UmSj0L9Uo
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Find Bob the Incredible Juggler contact information here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobtheIncredibleJuggler
Website: http://www.brianwendling.com/
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Saturday Oct 24, 2020
Saturday Oct 24, 2020
Capitol City Theater Company is brand new theater which opened this year and is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. They are premiering the musical, Spring Awakening, which opened October 20th. This is the theater's second production. Their first production was Starkweather which premiered in the Spring of 2020.
The company is offering in-person live theater, with Covid protocols, as well as an online live stream for those who want to see and support theater from the comfort of their home.
On this episode we talk with Director, Jaime Webb; the Owner of Capitol City and Producer, Michael Lecher, and Leroy Booker III who plays Melchoir.
Capitol City Theater Company
1742 North 48th Street,
Lincoln, NE, 68504
Website for cast, show, tickets and has COVID information: https://www.capitolcity.live/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capitolcitytheatercompany/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapitolCityTheaterCompany
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Jaime Webb, Director of Spring Awakening; and Colortura Soprano
Jaime Marie Webb Website: jaimewebb.com
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2020, Chris and Sheri Berger

Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Join us for a delightful conversation about the QWIT Short Play Festival with Taelore Stearns and Nicholas A. Jansen. Both are the Co-Producers of the QWIT Festival. QWIT stands for Queer, Womens, Inclusive, Theatre. Their Festival cultivates student playwrights, and give Queer and Women's theatre a platform to share their stories. Don't miss this online festival that begins October 23rd and join the conversation that celebrates diversity and understanding.
From the UNO website:
"Queer & Women’s Inclusive Theatre Festival
Produced by UNO Theatre Students, QWIT is 6 original shorts that put queer and women’s experience centerstage. Quirky, campy, and compassionate, these plays are as distinctive as the members of the communities they represent. Celebrate diversity by discovering commonalities, exploring differences and contributing to a community conversation on the collective human spirit.
Streaming Video Release Party Oct 23
Streaming Video Available Oct 23 thru Nov 6, 2020"
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/QWIT-Short-Play-Festival-106958014317594
**Watch for the You Tube link on Facebook to the festival!**
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Friday Oct 02, 2020
Friday Oct 02, 2020
Welcome to the beginning of Season Two! We wanted to follow-up with Eagle Hollow Haunts this year and see how they are adapting to a safe environment. The owners of Eagle Hollow Haunts, Dawn, and their crew have been working hard expanding their outside Haunt. Find out all about it and what precautions they are taking on our first episode of our 2nd season of the Platte River Bard Podcast.
And as a bonus, there is a little bit of talk about wresting and Jimmy Hart!
Eagle Hollow Haunts Contact Information:
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Eagle-Hollow-Haunts-131703111145/
Instagram: EagleHollowHaunts
Hashtags: #eaglehollowhaunt
Twitter: @eaglehollowhnts
Twitter hashtags: #EHH2019 #eaglehollowhaunts
Email: eaglehollowhaunts@gmail.com
Phone: 402-606-1031
Website: www.eaglehollowhaunts.com
Address: 617 238th Street, Eagle Nebraska
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Music was used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions. www.jollyrogerskc.com
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Friday Jul 31, 2020
Friday Jul 31, 2020
Today we talk with Matt Gutschick, Artistic Director at The Rose Theater in Omaha, Nebraska. Matt attended Graduate school at Yale School of Drama, and interned with The Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has been with The Rose Theater for 7 years!
The Rose Theater, along with 41 other theatres, Is a member of Theatres for Young Audiences USA, will be offering a free play called "A Kids Play About Racism". This will premiere through Broadway on Demand August 1st and 2nd, or it can be viewed on The Rose's website at: https://www.rosetheater.org/shows/a-kids-play-about-racism/. The Rose's site also includes educational information and resources.
Theatres of Young Audiences USA is the national organization representing the field of theatre for children and family audiences.
The play, adapted and directed by Khalia Davis, is based on the book written by Jelani Memory. Jelani wrote the book initially for his own children.
To watch and get resources about "A Kids Play About Racism" go to: https://www.rosetheater.org/shows/a-kids-play-about-racism/
In addition to our conversation, we discuss with Matt about the upcoming season of The Rose, which includes three world premieres and the ability for live performances and also streaming options!
Website: www.rosetheater.org
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/therosetheater/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoseTheaterCo @RoseTheaterCo
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7oWcQQVIuQHWASiMucxsEw
Blog Posts: https://www.rosetheater.org/connect/news/
The Rose Theater, 2001 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 402.345.4849
info@rosetheater.org
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