The Subtext

By American Theatre

From AMERICAN THEATRE magazine, a podcast where playwrights talk to playwrights about the things usually left unsaid. In a conversation that dives into life's muck, we learn what irks, agitates, motiv... more

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How many episodes does The Subtext have?

The podcast currently has 83 episodes available.

The Subtext episodes:

September 04, 2024 The Subtext: Marin Ireland, Play Builder
This month Brian talks to the acclaimed actor about the ups and downs of her career, why and how she wrote her first play, and whether she feels she can claim the title 'playwright.'
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1h 33min
July 30, 2024 The Subtext: Benjamin Benne’s Sound and Vision
This month Brian talks to the writer of 'Alma' and 'In His Hands' about narration, inspiration, family ties, and Julio Cortázar.
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July 09, 2024 The Subtext: Inda Craig-Galván’s Search for Self-Expression
This month Brian talks to the busy playwright and TV writer about sketch comedy, grad school, and the audition that changed her path.
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1h 16min
May 31, 2024 The Subtext: Samuel D. Hunter Writes His Way Home
This month Brian speaks with the busy playwright about dramatizing Idaho, promoting the film of 'The Whale,' and working on a new play at Steppenwolf.
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1h 7min
May 01, 2024 The Subtext: Jenni Lamb Shops Local
This month Brian talks to the writer and producer about pivoting from teaching, feeling stuck in development hell, and championing local storytellers.
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1h 18min
April 01, 2024 The Subtext: Mashuq Mushtaq Deen Befriends the Lion and the Rottweiler
This month Brian talks to playwright Mashuq Mushtaq Deen about building a writing career, pushing audiences out of their comfort zone, and finding his place in the theatre.
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1h 8min
March 01, 2024 The Subtext: Matthew Paul Olmos Finds Comfort in Chaos
This month Brian talks to the Mexican American playwright about his educational path, his early years in New York, and his process for writing poetic plays.
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1h 8min
February 01, 2024 The Subtext: Katie Ka Vang Has Lived a Thousand Lives
This month Brian talks to the Minnesota playwright about her Hmong American roots, having cancer in graduate school, and learning to live in the moment.
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1h 5min
January 04, 2024 The Subtext: Eric Simonson Is Still Hustling
This month Brian talks to the writer and director about his Midwestern roots, his writing journey, and his artistic collaborations.
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1h 11min
November 17, 2023 The Subtext: TyLie Shider’s Rehearsal Dramas
This month Brian talks to a writer inspired by the music his parents made when he was young, as well as by the diverse biographies and interests of the playwrights he admires.
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1h 8min

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