Welcome to Beyond the Stage, the podcast that takes you behind the curtains and delves into the fascinating world of entertainment! In this episode, we have the incredibly talented Mike Delamont, the mastermind behind the hilarious and iconic character in "God is a Scottish Drag Queen."

Happy New Year! We have a special episode of Beyond The Stage with Lindsay Deustch from Take3, the electrifying trio of violin, cello, and piano that brings the power and energy of rock to the sophistication and beauty of classical music to the stage. Lindsay talks about her journey with the violin and classical music, revealing how she started Take3 and why its so important to music lovers.

Behind the scenes with the first-ever performers on The Bankhead stage, The Four Freshmen. Join us for a fun and lively podcast as The Four Freshmen talk about their favorite songs, influences, and history of the group spanning 75 years! Wanna hear more? Join us for their New Year's Eve performance at The Bankhead on December 31st at 8:00pm with bubbly and dessert. Tickets at LivermoreArts.org

Happy Holidays from "Beyond the Stage," the podcast where we take you behind the scenes and into the lives of extraordinary artists. In this special holiday episode, we are thrilled to have the incredibly talented Kat Edmonson as our guest.

Welcome to Beyond the Stage, where we invite you to join us for an exclusive and insightful conversation with the extraordinary Kari Byron! In this special episode, the acclaimed science communicator and former host of MythBusters takes center stage as our distinguished guest and tells us all about her latest project National STEM Challenge and the upcoming National STEM Festival.

Unveiling our newest podcast episode: "Rising Voices," with Lizzie No and Sunny War! 🎙️ Get ready for a wild ride filled with unicycles, parodies, and exclusive behind-the-scenes peeks into their creative process. Ever wondered about our Executive Director Chris Carter’s secret skills? Prepare to be amazed! Tune in now and join the fun. Let the laughter and inspiration begin! 🌟

Listen to a fun, insightful podcast episode with Efren Ramirez from Napoleon Dynamite. Hosted by Executive Director Chris Carter and Director of Marketing Ruth Egherman, this podcast goes into cult classic films, acting, and nostalgia.

Dive into the Mind of Five for Fighting - Music, Process, and Impact on Beyond the Stage! 

Discover the essence of Five for Fighting's music in our latest episode. John Ondrasik takes you through his creative process, shares the impact of his work, and gives a sneak peek into his upcoming performance at The Bankhead on September 15th at 8pm. 

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a music aficionado, or just someone seeking inspiration, this episode promises to be a symphony of insights, stories, and melodies that will leave you wanting more.

We're thrilled that the incredible Keiko Matsui is our next guest on Beyond The Stage podcast! Join us as we delve into the world of music, creativity, and inspiration with this legendary jazz pianist. Discover the secrets behind Keiko Matsui's mesmerizing compositions and her unique creative process. Get ready to be captivated by her enchanting melodies that have touched hearts around the globe. And that's not all! We've got some fun, fast facts about Keiko that will leave you in awe! Tune in to uncover the lesser-known aspects of this musical genius.

Get tickets to her upcoming performance at The Bankhead, where you can get up close and personal with Keiko and her band.

Listen in Beyond the Stage as Livermore Valley Arts staff dive into the newly announced 23-24 Bankhead Presents Season and some of their most anticipated favorites to come!