Chad Shohet is one of the founding members of HomeGrown Theater. In this episode we talk about organizing a group of peers, and puppet theater.

Maunel Zarate is the founder of the HBMG foundation. In this episode we talk about the relationship between theater and business, and the future opportunities theater has as we progress into the future.

Ann Zarate is the artistic director of the Trinity Street Players as well as the HBMG National Winter Playwrights Retreat. In this episode we talk about creating a symbiotic relationship between communities like Austin, Texas and Creed, Colorado and a theatrical endeavor.

Trey McGee is the Artistic Director of Wanderlost Laboratory Theater. In this episode we talk about personal artistic direction, and working with a group of trusted peers.

Zach Wymore was the artistic director of the Dead Parrots Society. In this episode we talk about what works and what doesn't work when you're a co-artistic director of a group.

McKenna Twedt and Emilie Landmann aren't the artistic directors of Theatre Vertigo, but rather 2 members of a 13 member ensemble working in conjunction with each other. In this episode we talk about the unique structure of Theatre Vertigo, and the importance of upholding a legacy and providing space for community. We recorded this episode while construction was happening at the theater, so forgive the moments of background noise and mic interference.

Brian Toews is a playwright, director, and the one of the founders of the Funhouse Anthology. In this episode we talk about assuming the role of director and using the tools you have in order to achieve an artistic flow.

Dayna Smith is one of the founders of the Campfire Theatre Festival. In this episode we talk about how to plan an event for the theater community when you are starting from scratch.

Miguel Vila was the Artistic Director of The Dead Parrots Society and lead them to win the College Improv Tournament. In this episode we talk about how to treat a college team professionally, and how to effectively train your peers.

Shelia McDevitt is the co-artistic director of id Theater and The 7 Devils Playwrights Conference. In this episode we talk about supporting playwrights through feed back and how to approach plays so they speak to an audience.