After the COVID-19 pandemic and in the current technological age, isolation and loneliness are widespread. While we may have people in our lives, due to the pace of life, we may only connect on social media or through text message. So what do we do when the loneliness gets to be too much and we can't keep doing it? Well, if you're Tracy Jones, you throw a party! In the Rosedale Community Players' opening show, aptly titled Tracy Jones, the cast and crew explore grief, loss, and the need for human connection. We recently spoke with two of the cast members, Samantha Teter and Camy Sylvestre, about their time on the production and what audiences can expect from the show!

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Samantha Teter and Camy Sylvestre discuss what drew them to this show and why the message at the core of Tracy Jones is so important. What has been the challenge in getting this show right for both the actors? Both Teter and Sylvestre have nothing but praise for this show and can't wait to bring it to audiences when Tracy Jones arrives at Rosedale Community Theatre!

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We've all experienced the desire for validation from others at some point in our lives, as feeling accepted by others is a universal truth we all share. While true validation should come from within, many people seek it from outward sources, as a band-aid for someone we can't seem to find ourselves. It's this human experience that lies at the heart of the upcoming production from St. Dunstan's Theatre, Seminar. This play uses humor to explore human insecurity in a quick-paced, equally biting 90-minute production. St. Dunstan's Seminar premieres tonight, and we recently had the pleasure of speaking with cast member Chris Steinmayer and director Kevin Fitzhenry about why this show fits right with the theatre's season.

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes Interview, Chris Steinmayer and Kevin Fitzhenry discuss what drew them to this play, with the former talking about how it's been a long time coming for him to return to the stage in a straight show. Fitzhenry explores his approach to directing and how he likes to think of the show first as actors, which helps with the stage translation. Both Steinmayer and Fitzhenry discuss themes from the show that stand out to them and how they are pushing themselves to grow in their respective roles.

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The leaves on the trees are changing from green to brilliant red, yellow, and orange, and days are getting shorter, which can only mean one thing...That Meadow Brook Theatre's season is upon us! That's right, the professional theatre in Rochester Hills is readying its stage for its season opener, Catch Me If You Can! This three-act play continues Meadow Brook's tradition of kicking off its season with a mystery, so mysterious that even our interview was shrouded in secrecy! We spoke with two of the cast members, Stephen Blackwell and Timothy C. Goodwin, about what audiences can expect from Catch Me If You Can!

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes, Blackwell and Goodwin discuss (what they can) about the show, making sure not to spoil anything too much about the plot of the play. Both actors explore what stood out to them about Catch Me If You Can and what made them want to audition for the show. Being a three-act play has come with some challenges, but both Blackwell and Goodwin discuss how Meadow Brook Theatre is working to overcome some of those difficulties while still making the show accessible and approachable for audiences. 

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As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I can understand the importance of a found family, especially as we grow older. Those that we choose are just as important as the family we're born into, and in many ways more so. Common experiences, both positive and negative, unite us, strengthening our resolve in the face of adversity. However, at times, I worry about what that will look like as I enter middle age and beyond, an idea that is explored in The Ringwald Theatre's latest production, Silver Foxes! Just wrapping up its opening weekend, we're taking a closer look at the project, speaking with two of the actors who are giving their all for the show: Lindel Salow and Jay Kaplan.

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Salow and Kaplan discuss the importance of a show such as Silver Foxes, as there isn't enough media depicting gay men entering the second half of their lives. Both actors share their process for embodying these characters and the privilege (and challenge) of bringing them to life at The Ringwald Theatre. With a story that transcends ages and stages, Salow and Kaplan explore how Silver Foxes is bridging gaps and hopefully making the world a better, more tolerant place.

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The spookiest season of the year might only just be beginning, but the Box Seat Babes are already geared up and ready to go for what October and Halloween have to bring! Sure, the season promises plenty of spooks, but we're looking forward to just as many treats, such as The Addams Family Musical! This hilarious show brings just as much heart as it does laughs, as it captures the zaniness of this funny family. We continue our discussion in Part Two, "The Addams Family Musical," where we explore additional aspects of the show.

In this episode of the Box Seat Babes podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko discuss the musical and technical side of The Addams Family Musical! While the show provides plenty of musical moments for every character, there are some performances that struck our podcast hosts more than others. Will it be Wednesday that takes the crown for best performance from The Addams Family residency at The Fox Theatre here in Detroit? How did the set help to further the story? Did the costumes live up to past iterations of the creepiest and kookiest family in pop culture? What is their overall verdict of the show, and would they see it again? Find all those answers within...if you dare!

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There are some shows that are as important and life-changing as they are hilarious and entertaining, which seems to be the junction at which Clybourne Park lives. Using a healthy dose of humor, this poignant story explores the topics of racism and gentrification through the eyes of all parties involved. We spoke with actress Camille Jamerson and director Benjamin Burt about their time working on Farmington Players' production of Clybourne Park and what audiences can expect from this beautiful play.

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Camille Jamerson and Benjamin Burt talk about what drew them to Clybourne Park and why the time is perfect to bring this play to Farmington Players! Jamerson discusses what this play means to her and how she has balanced and developed the two distinct characters she plays in Clybourne Park. Burt discusses what drew him to directing this play and how he helps guide the story towards its success. Why is Clybourne Park so important in this current political landscape? The director and actor discuss this in detail, exploring how the Farmington Players bring it to life with grace and openness. 

Broadway in Detroit is officially kicking off their 2025-2026 season with a show that perfectly captures the feeling of nostalgia. Beauty and the Beast is one of those Disney films that have stood the test of time, defining many people's childhoods, including my own. The excitement of catching this story on stage is similar to Christmas morning in adolescence, allowing audiences to experience the world of Beauty and the Beast like never before! We spoke with Harry Francis, who plays LeFou in this production, about his time on tour and what audiences can expect when they attend the show!

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Harry Francis discusses how the touring production of Beauty and the Beast has captured the Disney magic on stage! From working with the original creative team to ensure that this latest production remains true to the Disney classic, Francis discusses how the role of LeFou has evolved since its humble introduction in the animated film. Don't worry, all your favorite parts are still present, but the actor explores how the show has evolved and changed, bringing the tale as old as time into a new generation!

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They may be creepy and kooky, but they're also on tour! That's right, The Addams Family has decided to take their love for the macabre on the road, visiting cities across North America looking for other wacky family members to join their ranks! Wednesday Addams is welcoming someone new into the fold, as she's gobsmacked with love for the entirely normal Lucas. Hoping that her family can embrace the new and different, Wednesday proposes a dinner, which promises hilarious hijinks and crazy, kooky fun! The Addams Family Musical made a stop at the Fox Theatre here in Detroit earlier in the year, entertaining audiences with an exciting show that has to be seen to be believed!

In this episode of the Box Seat Babes podcast, hosts Brian Kitson and RJ Miller-Zelinko break down the story and characters within The Addams Family Musical, comparing those presented on stage to previous iterations of this iconic family. From Uncle Fester to Gomez Addams (and even cousin It in the cutest cameo ever), all the major players from The Addams Family appear on stage. What specifically stood out to our podcast hosts about the story? Were there aspects that they feel didn't fit the narrative of the musical? Whose performance stood out to them the most? All those questions are within the The Addams Family Musical Story and Characters discussion!

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Everyone can use a good laugh right about now, and the Players Guild of Dearborn is bringing that in spades to audiences with their current production of The Cottage! Written by Sandy Rustin (playwright of Clue: Live on Stage!), this play centers on the mixed-up love lives of six individuals, who converge at a love cottage in the British Countryside! With one final weekend of performances at this local theater, we spoke with director Joshua Beurer and actress Kori Bielaniec about their time on this production!

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Joshua Beurer and Kori Bielaniec discuss what drew them to The Cottage in their respective roles! Beurer discusses how this is his first show in the director's chair and what his approach to directing influenced aspects of The Cottage. Bielaniec brought this script to the Players Guild and talks about why this Sandy Rustin play stood out to her. She also discusses the narrative arc of her character and how Beurer helps bring the hilarity of the show to the surface. With the amount of physical comedy involved in the show, both the actor and director discuss the challenges of maintaining a steady tempo and keeping audiences engaged.

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Family can be complicated, a sentiment that I'm sure many of us can understand. Siblings that we were once close to become distant as we grow older and our paths diverge. However, the hope is that when times get tough, as they so often do, the family can come back together and face whatever lies ahead. Family lies at the center of Beth Henley's Crimes of the Heart, a play that follows three sisters who reunite at their Grandfather's home during a moment of strife. The Inspired Acting Company opened its season with this dark comedy, and we had the pleasure of speaking with director Laura Heikkinen about what audiences can expect from this show.

In this exclusive Box Seat Babes interview, Laura Heikkinen discusses the narrative within the show and how she's bringing her spin to the story. With some heavy themes throughout, the director discusses which parts were important to her to highlight and how audiences might relate to one of the three different sisters, depending on where they are in their own lives currently. She explores her approach to directing and working collaboratively with the cast and crew of Crimes of the Heart, as well as what she hopes audiences will take away from this production.

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