Filament

Backstage with AJ is going festive! "Truce: A Christmas Wish from the Great War," director Angie Higgins, and sound designer George Psarras, join AJ Jaffari in conversation about this lovely, holiday production. They discuss the humanity of the show, the music that moves the story along, and how this version is different from the original that was produced in 2014. Plus, will AJ see more plays?! Listen to find out!

Truce: A Christmas Wish from the Great War November 29- December 22, 2024 cltc.org/event/truce

Written by Kit Wilder & Jeffrey Bracco Directed by Angie Higgins Supported by Executive Producer Toggle Hagan and Producers Marv & Bonnie Bamburg - - - - - - - - - Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras. - - - - - - - - - You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

'Lizzie Borden took an axe And gave her mother forty whacks.....'

The tale of Lizzie Borden and what happened in Fall River, Massachusetts is one that continues to haunt American history and cultural lore. In this adaptation of the story, be prepared to get inside Lizzie's head and experience what may have lead up to that fateful event.

Lizzieby Kit Wilder read by Lisa Mallette

- - - - - - - - - Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras. - - - - - - - - - You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate so we can continue to make art. Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

AJ Jaffair is back, backstage! This time he's joined by director Mark Anderson Phillips as they discuss "An Inspector Calls." The conversation starts with talk about the cultural significance of the sinking of the Titanic and how that connects to the play, then leads into more specifics about why this script, and why now. They go over the stark, icy set, and even contemplate where the characters in the show would be after the curtain falls.

An Inspector CallsSep 26 – Oct 20, 2024 cltc.org/event/inspector

Written by J.B. Priestley Directed by Mark Anderson Phillips Supported by Producers Connie & Paul Boulay - - - - - - - - - Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras. - - - - - - - - - You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

It's a Rocky Horror/Kinky Boots crossover episode! Last summer, Bart Perry and Matt Locke won our hearts as Lola and Charlie in the musical Kinky Boots. Now the two are back together in Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show as the seductive Dr.Frank-N-Furter and the enigmatic Riff Raff. The two join AJ Jaffari as they reminisce over Kinky Boots and discuss how they first learned about Rocky Horror. Plus, what's it like acting on stage when the audience gets to call back at you?! A great conversation with great friends.

Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show July 18 – August 25, 2024 cltc.org/event/the-rocky-horror-show/

Book, music and lyrics by Richard O'Brien Directed by Amber Smith Choreographed by Stephanie Staszak Music direction by Brian Allan Hobbs Vocal direction by Tina Paulson

Supported by Producers Jonathan Karpf and Kathleen Zaretsky Season supported by Season Producers Nancy B. Coleman & Paul M. Resch - - - - - - - - - Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras. - - - - - - - - - You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at cltc.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Literally. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

AJ Jaffari takes us to opening night of "Clyde's" at City Lights! Join for conversation with cast members and other City Lights artists and friends about the power of this show and it's story.

Clyde's May 16 – Jun 9, 2024 cltc.org/clyde's

Written by Lynn Nottage Directed by Aldo Billingsea

Supported by Producers Sandra Moll & Rick Holden Season supported by Season Producers Nancy B. Coleman & Paul M. Resch

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Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.

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You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament.

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We're back with another episode of Backstage with AJ! Join AJ Jaffari as he interviews cast members from our current show, "King Liz." You can learn about Davied Morales' first role on stage, Caitlin Papp's opinion on playing a villanous character, and more! "King Liz" runs through April 21, so there's still time to see this vibrant, drama about life as a sports agent- and the chaos and humor that comes with that.

King Liz March 21 – April 21, 2024 cltc.org/king-liz Written by Fernanda Coppel Directed by Kinan Valdez

Supported by Producers Anita Kapadia and Feroze Taraporavala Season supported by Season Producers Nancy B. Coleman & Paul M. Resch

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Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.

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You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament.

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AJ Jaffari takes us into rehearsal for the Northern California premiere of Nora: A Doll's House. Join us as AJ talks with the cast about the unique timeline within the show, the multiple characters, and more. We hope you enjoy this sneak peak before the show opens in a few weeks!

Nora: A Doll's House January 18 – February 18, 2024 cltc.org/nora Written by Stef Smith, after Henrik Ibsen Directed by Angie Higgins

Supported by Producers Christy Martin & Cindy Melter, and by Producers who wish to remain anonymous Season supported by Season Producers Nancy B. Coleman & Paul M. Resch

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Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.

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You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament.

Your support makes this all possible. Litteraly. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate

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We're backstage with AJ Jaffari after opening night of Ken Ludwig's The Game's Afoot; Or Holmes for the Holidays. We talk to the audience members about the show, some of the actors let us in on their favorite moments, and we even hear from Producer Clint Moore, who's beautiful green car is in our production photos!

Ken Ludwig's The Game's Afoot; Or Holmes for the Holidays Runs Nov 16 – Dec 17, 2023 cltc.org/games-afoot

Written by Ken Ludwig Directed by Mark Anderson Phillips

Supported by Producer Charlie McCollum and Producer Clint Moore Season supported by Season Producers Nancy B. Coleman & Paul M. Resch

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Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.

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You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

Spooky Lights 2023

- - - - - - - - - Our annual Halloween episode, this year filled with all true spooky tales and haunted stories. Hosted by Steve Cortopassi.

"Nutcracker," written and read by Derek McCaw "A Cold Show" written by Adam L. Brinklow and read by AJ Jaffari "Ghost Stories" written by Jen Groening and read by Anne Younan "Our Ghost" written by Nikki Huth and read by Rebecca Wallace - - - - - - - - -

Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company Music, Editing, and Sound Design by George Psarras.

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You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament. Your support makes this all possible. Please consider making a donation at cltc.org/donate Leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice.

Lights Up! 2023! Filament is produced by City Lights Theater Company.

Please leave a 5 star review and subscribe to Filament on Apple Podcasts or your podcasting platform of choice. You can email us at [email protected] with any questions or comments. Learn more about the podcast, City Lights in general, and listen to our back catalog of episodes on our website at CLTC.org/filament.

Second Hand Gods by Peggy Powell Directing for this episode by Caitlin Papp. Music, editing and sound design by George Psarras, featuring guitars by Paul Psarras. Voice acting for Second Hand Gods was provided by Maria Marquis and Nick Mandracchia.