Evil Thespian

Stephee Bonifacio (pronounced stevie) is an actor who recently found her artistic community within the past two years, which has helped her connect with other artists across different disciplines, describing how seeing others' creative projects motivates her to pursue her own "next big thing." In this episode, Stephee and I discuss learning styles in acting, and ways to observe the self in the effort to drive growth as an actor. Topics also include: being shy at first, experiencing your first big break, acting in new environments, and so much more!

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Also Here is her iconic website

In this episode, Producer Sophia Castuera and Director and Playwright Spencer Whale join us to talk about Making Our Space Theatre Company's inaugural production of Kin by Bathsheba Doran. Esteemed members of a company dedicated to creative communal spaces, they touch on the many things that make this play so contemporary. It's told through a series of scenes that might otherwise be found on the cutting room floor of a romantic comedy, and aims to bring a universal through the vehicle of two extremely unique characters. Sophia and Spencer talk about what their journey has been like bridging these worlds together, and how audiences can expect to be moved by the play's universality.

Get Tickets to see KIN HERE

And use the code PULLPEOPLECLOSER for 15% off your tix!

Grayce Toon is a writer and actor. She's starring in Phil Carroll’s Failsafe, set to premiere at The Tank in New York City on December 8th. A contemporary take on grisly last ditch efforts, Grayce describes this play as pitch black comedy. It's a play that calls for a lot of emotional processing, and considering Grayce's balanced technical approach, she's confident that audiences will experience a wide range of emotional disorder. In this episode, we get to know Grayce, the character she plays, and discuss our love of the living an intellectual life without getting too intellectual. Topics also include: laughing through pain, being a water sign, things happening for no reason, not trying to be mean, and so much more!

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Follow Grayce! @graycetoon

GET TIX to Failsafe at The Tank HERE: https://thetanknyc.org/calendar-1/2024/12/8/failsafe

Failsafe on BroadwayWorld:  https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-off-broadway/regional/Failsafe-4285332 

Mari Sitner is an actor and playwright, currently living in Inwood. Originally from the Detroit area, she is an exemplar of Midwestern sincerity and earnestness. Her new play, Nebraska, is a kitchen sink comedy that takes a turn for the grotesque, exploring the dark, hidden corners of family dynamics and desperation. In this episode, we dive into the inspiration behind Nebraska, discuss the play’s blend of humor and horror, and explore Mari’s creative process as a playwright. 

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See Nebraska here! : @nebraskanyc

Samuel Vita is a theatrical and screen actor born and raised in the South Shore area of Massachusetts. Samuel moved to New York City in 2015 to obtain his B.F.A in Drama from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. There, he trained at the Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute and Stonestreet Studios. After graduating, Samuel continued to develop his craft at the Terry Knickerbocker Studio and Matt Newton Acting Studio. In this episode, Samuel talks about all the things he loves about acting, the things he's challenged by, and the philosophies he's led by.

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In this episode, I am joined by actress, producer, and fellow podcaster Michelle Moriarty! Michelle just finished shooting a film with our friend Juan, and presently, is preparing for an unannounced play that you can see in January in Bushwick (So chic). Michelle and I discuss the importance of scene study, and why it's important to stay in tune with natural impulses. If ever there were a single guiding principle every actor must follow, Michelle says it's to say your lines like they're true. Together, we exchange ideas on staying consistently truthful in acting, and revel in our shared taste in music.

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Also listen to Michelle co-host Good Judgement

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Paul and I are back at it again! And this time we assembled some very awkward topics that eventually took off into a coherent conversation. Join us today for a chatty episode from the studio where we talk about some of our favorite things: traveling, throwing parties, mini bars, Coachella, Lollapalooza, and so much more!

Makeup artist Caitlyn Piccirillo and Costumer Grace Wylie are working together on City Gate Production's New York premiere of Frankenstein, a new adaptation by Vincent S. Hannam. They join us today to discuss the makeup and costume design process, and we learn how it's being made an essential part of this show. Tasked against an 1830s backdrop, their creative collaboration calls for an ambitious amount of brocades, bruising, blood, and gore. Perfect way to ring in the fall season! If you like puffy sleeves and padded shoulders, this episode, and this show, will be right up your alley.

Follow Caitlyn today!: @caitlynpicc

Caitlyn's Website: http://caitlynpiccirillo.com

Follow Grace today!: @gracemwylie

Get your tickets to Frankenstein here!

Max Stewart is a true testament to the actor's journey, showcasing a career defined by unwavering excellence and unparalleled work ethic. Now, he's making his Steppenwolf debut in Noises Off. In this episode, we delve into the highs and lows of Max's journey, and offer an inspiring look into what it takes to succeed as an actor, staying focused, calm and confident in your craft. Topics also include: overcoming imposter syndrome, put things into existence, living your best life, Chicago in the summer, and so much more!

Follow Max here: @maxflash4

Get tickets to Noises Off here: https://www.steppenwolf.org/tickets--events/seasons-/2024-25/noises-off/

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Welcome to the September episode with Paul!!! We are kicking off this lovely September to do some serious cultural commentary. Covering a myriad of topics, we're touching on films we've seen, interviews we've watched, music we're listening to, and so much more! Enjoy!!!