Barbara and Darren Huntting share their journey in music and the arts, from Barbara's early interest in singing to Darren's passion for music since fourth grade. They discuss their experiences in teaching and performing, including their time at Disney and the Voices of Liberty. They also talk about their move to Lake Havasu and their roles as music teachers in the community. The importance of the arts in education is highlighted, along with the talented colleagues they work with in the elementary music world. Darren emphasizes the value of gaining diverse experiences and learning from different instructors, while Barbara encourages young actors to never lose hope and to give equal attention to singing, dancing, and acting. They both stress the importance of embracing every opportunity and learning from each experience. Join us for this educational episode.

Alex Compomizzi, a local Havasu actor, joins The Missed Cue to discuss his journey in the theater world. He shares how he got started in theater, his experiences at Grace Arts Live, and his time at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in LA. In this conversation, Alex discusses his excitement about landing a role in Little Shop of Horrors and reflects on his journey as a performer. He shares how he had to work hard to improve his skills and the inspiration he received from fellow actors.

Alex also talks about his passion for art and how he integrates it into his performances. He mentions his experiences at First Friday, a local art event, and his success as a featured artist.

In Act 2, Lauren reflects on her favorite roles and the sense of accomplishment she feels from successfully tackling challenging parts. She shares the rituals she follows before performing, as well as the difficulties of directing at Grace Arts Live. Lauren discusses the joy of completing a performance and the stress of being on stage, highlighting the lessons learned from her experiences with missed cues and their impact on her acting. Join us for this exciting conclusion of our 2 part episode.

Lauren Blain, a dancer, performer and director, shares her journey in the world of theater. From starting ballet classes as a shy child to directing shows at Grace Arts Live, Lauren has been involved in over 60 shows and has directed 70 shows. She discusses her love for old musicals and her dream shows to direct, including 42nd Street, Singing in the Rain, Les Misérables, and School of Rock.

Lauren shares her experiences and advice for adults who want to get into theater. We wrap act one up with a discussion about the future of theater and the Lauren's dreams of expanding the dance studio and creating more opportunities for performers.

In this continuation with Jake, we discuss the musical 'Spelling Bee' along with the challenges and joys of performing in ensemble shows and the importance of preparation. They share their favorite cast albums and reflect on missed cues and memorable moments on stage. The conversation concludes with a discussion about dream roles and the songs they would love to perform.

In this episode, we are joined by Jake Ware, a longtime Grace Arts actor. Jake discusses his extensive theater experience, from early training and memorable roles in shows like Cats and Matilda, to his favorite character of Donkey from Shrek. He also reflects on the challenges, those who are inspirations in his career, and offers advice to young performers. Don't worry.... Act 2 is coming, after a short intermission.

In this conversation, guest host Nolan Van Lent interviews Kyle Short about his experience as an actor. They discuss topics such as traveling for acting, working with family members on stage, favorite roles, challenging characters, and teaching voice lessons.

In this heartwarming episode, we are joined by Ivan Gomez and his son Nathaniel, who are involved in local theater. Ivan shares his initial hesitation and eventual support for Nathaniel's involvement in theater leading to Ivan's involvement as well. They talk about their experiences performing together and the bond it creates. They also discuss their love for musical theater and their exploration of different shows and genres. Ivan expresses his pride in Nathaniel's growth as a performer and Ivan's dedication to learning tap dancing.

In this episode, the hosts reflect on their podcast journey and express gratitude to their guests and listeners.  The hosts also answer questions about what brings them joy on stage, the most challenging aspects of doing a musical, and the impact of theater teachers and mentors. They conclude by discussing the hardest roles they've played, both physically, and emotionally. They share personal anecdotes and experiences from various productions, highlighting the difficulties and rewards of performing in musical theater.

In this episode, Ricky and Heidi interview Ava Nelson and Bailey Vesely. They discuss Ava's introduction to theater, and their friendship. They also talk about the challenges and rewards of being in lead roles, the importance of nerves in performing, and their plans for the future.

Throughout this episode, they discuss the concept of the '11 o'clock number' in theater and its significance in musicals. They also talk about the importance of ensemble members and their impact on a show.