The Load In

By UNITED Theatre Podcast Network & Lee Metzger

It's the Load-In! A show encapsulating all things going on in and around the UNITED Theatre in Westerly, RI. Host Lee Metzger has the scoop on upcoming shows, movies, concerts, live comedy, author tal... more

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The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.

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March 21, 2025 Ep. 145 - Clamming with Harry Rosenblum of Eating with the Ecosystem
It's the Load In! Today Lee is in the wild hunting for clams, slipper limpets and more with Vice President of the Board of Directors for Eating with the Ecosystem. They talk responsible local eating, fishing policies and economics, and even get a sneak peak into what they will be serving at SoupyFest II on Arpil 11. If you missed out on tickets, make sure to submit your family's soupy for the chance to be selected for the live celebrity judging at SF II! Winners receive two free tickets for entry.
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March 06, 2025 Ep. 144 - Windies With Emma Sills
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is talking with Emma Sills about Windies and the 1926 Trattoria Pop-Up taking place in the 1926 Club on March 15 for the premiere of Westerly's Gold: Sweet Spicy and Full of Tradition. The Trattoria will be stocked with wonderful items that celebrate Calabrian Italian culture and heritage, while also featuring local artist and artisans' incredible handmade goods. While only being open in the 1926 Club on March 15, all these items will also be available at Windies for the entire run of Soupy Season, which concludes with SoupyFest II on April 12 (and maybe a little bit after as well).
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27min
February 11, 2025 Ep. 143 - Kismet Improv with Rebecca Thorndike-Breeze & Tim Breeze-Thorndike
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is talking with Rebecca Thorndike-Breeze and Tim Breeze-Thorndike, new owners of Kismet Improv in Pawtucket. Tim and Rebecca join the pod to talk about getting into improv, buying a theater, and stick around to play a round of "Kiss Me I'm Improv," ahead of Improv Night on March 1st at the UNITED.
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24min
February 05, 2025 Ep. 142 - Paul Mecurio's Permission to Speak
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by comedian and writer Paul Mecurio (The Daily Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) to talk about his upcoming show "Permission to Speak." An RI native, Paul returns to the UNITED to bring this fun and collaborative show to his home state. Relying on improvisation and earnest curiosity, Mecurio weaves a community-building narrative in this light hearted and meaningful evening. Get your tickets for what is sure to be a sold-out show!
March 15 - Permission to Speak
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27min
December 31, 2024 Ep. 141 - UNITED We Laugh with Comic Tyler Hittner
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by comic Tyler Hittner to talk stand up comedy, political correctness, and more on this edition of The Load-In (After Dark). Make sure to buy your tickets for UNITED We Laugh, the stand up comedy revue featuring local and national acts. This month will be hosted by Mark McGwin, featuring Tyler Hittner, with headliner Derek Furtado. Make sure to check out Tyler on socials and on his website, and get your ticket for the January 18th UNITED We Laugh today!
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UNITED We Laugh - Jan 18
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December 12, 2024 Ep. 140 - Improv Night feat. Improv Jones with Jake Goldman
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by Jake Goldman of Improv Jones to talk Improv Night at the U! Jake has been performing comedy since 2005, from basement theaters run by communist cab drivers in NYC to terribly attended festivals in Montreal, and everywhere in between. As the longest running improv group in RI, Improv Jones brings a uniquely eclectic approach to the game, and we are excited to host them on January 11.
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20min
December 04, 2024 Ep. 139 - Beyond the Jar: Connecting Food, Culture, and Creativity with Eric Dawson
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by Eric Dawson, the Director of Program Innovation of the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, to talk Koji and fermentation ahead of the event at the UNITED on December 8th. Eric talks the history of fermentation, the intersection of science and art at the kitchen table, and then plays a fun game with Lee. Make sure to get your tickets now!
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2h 19min
November 11, 2024 Ep. 138 - Drawn Together Partner Portraits with John Tedeschi
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by local artist and educator John Tedeschi to talk about the upcoming Drawn Together Partner Portrait Night at the UNITED on November 5th. Get your tickets now!
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Music: Spring Gang / Always Pass It On / www.epidemicsound.com
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November 01, 2024 Ep. 137 - A Return to Hogwarts Holiday Film Series with Misty Blux and Marie Mattano
It's the Load-In!
This week Lee is joined by Associate Front of House Manager Misty Blux and Front of House Lead Marie Mattano to talk about the upcoming A Return to Hogwarts Holiday Film Series. They go over the Opening Night Party and Sorting (Nov 7 - 6:30-7:30pm), their history with Harry Potter, and Misty shares some very light hearted trivia (2/3 pieces of trivia are devastating). Enjoy!
A Return to Hogwarts Opening Night Party and Sorting - party is free to attend, tickets required for film screenings
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Music: Spring Gang / Always Pass It On / www.epidemicsound.com
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13min
October 22, 2024 Ep. 136 - The Monstrous Masquerave with Daisy Maize and Plumpy from 2Primo
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This week Lee is joined by the architects of the Monstrous Masquerave Daisy Maize and Plumpy of 2Primo Studios. They talk about the inception of the event, what to expect on Friday and where their musical inspirations came from. Make sure to join us on October 25th at the Monstrous Masquerave Costume Dance Party. This event is for ages 18+.
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Music: Spring Gang / Always Pass It On / www.epidemicsound.com
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29min

FAQs about The Load In:

How many episodes does The Load In have?

The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.