The Talkback

On today's episode we chat with the wonderful Dan Rosales, a cast member of Berkshire Theatre Group’s production of Godspell - one of Equity's first approved live theatrical events to happen during the pandemic. We chat about their unique rehearsal process, safety protocols, and the outlook for theatre moving forward in the COVID-19 world.

Brad Gibson's song FOOL: https://youtu.be/MiHQ3JcmqMw

On today's episode our co-producer Sara Elizabeth Reilly joins us to share her experiences working as a stage manager during the time of COVID-19.

Music for this episode is by Carner and Gregor, from their musical Island Song.

The Talkback is co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly.

On today's episode, we talk with the wonderful Dani Ebbin about her journey into casting, her work in a multitude of casting spaces, and some conventions in the world of casting.

Music for this episode is by Carner and Gregor, from their musical Island Song.

The Talkback is co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly.

On today's episode we sit down with Andrew Baughman to chat about his artistic journey, Landless Theatre Company, and his work on the Prog Metal version of Sweeney Todd.

Music for this Episode is by Carner and Gregor

The Talkback is hosted by Zachary Harris, and co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly

Landless Theatre company application https://www.landlesstheatre.com/companyapplication?fbclid=IwAR1FBPlkHiRs-Qx8PANb2Wc8myBHfYn2IMIsHmcJfGZo6HjBsyIjyj3awhE

On today's episode we have multi-talented artist Rikkie Howie Lacewell to chat about her community based activism during quarantine. 

Music for this Episode is by Carner and Gregor

The Talkback is hosted by Zachary Harris, and co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly

We See You W.A.T. https://www.weseeyouwat.com/

Anti-racism packet https://docs.google.com/document/d/16tuiRYmXO7-O4A52A0oUBy3l5TBgbLifJ7TZIhEJHqY/edit?usp=sharing

Article by Tonya Pinkins https://link.medium.com/XsTIp5QKE8

Our Host (Zachary Leo Harris) talks about the wonderful world of bootlegs - the good, the bad, and the arguments that come with the discussion.

Music for this episode is by Carner and Gregor, from their musical Island Song.

The Talkback is co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly.

In today's episode we talk to Broadway Music Assistant, Sasha Bartol (Beetlejuice). We cover her journey into the field and how that came to be, along with tips and tricks from someone who is actively working in the field. 

The Liz Swados Project:

https://open.spotify.com/album/5U8YMbm8Mnc9ZhxERg35B8?si=hwJ7eq-DQlCEv_lN9oypfg

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Music for this episode is by Carner and Gregor

The Talkback is hosted by Zachary Harris, and co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly

In today's episode we chat with Jasmine Mitchell, an amazing creator from the DMV, about her anti-racism packet and her experiences making space for herself in white institutions.

Music for this episode is by Carner and Gregor

The Talkback is hosted by Zachary Harris, and co-produced by Zachary Harris and Sara Reilly

We See You W.A.T. https://www.weseeyouwat.com/

Anti-racism packet https://docs.google.com/document/d/16tuiRYmXO7-O4A52A0oUBy3l5TBgbLifJ7TZIhEJHqY/edit?usp=sharing

Today's Episode has no guest, however our Host (Zachary Leo Harris) addresses the issue of race and representation in theatre on the community, educational, and professional levels.

follow our host Zachary Harris @zacharyleo34

follow us on instagram and twitter @thetalkbackpod

We See You White American Theatre

https://www.weseeyouwat.com/

Theatre in Color

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gxunt32q79sifkk/AAAyUN80-5-eRwi5VVNW5I3Ca?dl=0

Musical Theatre Educators Blog

https://www.musicaltheatreeducators.org/blog/diversity-in-the-traditional-musical

Playbill article

https://www.playbill.com/article/5-steps-toward-making-theatre-more-diverse

Lin-Manuel Miranda video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQEtqkwDTkI&t=66s

Here is our introduction to the podcast and it's host, Zachary Harris. We'll cover the who and why of this podcast here:

The Talkback is a podcast that's focused on talking about theatre, the problems within the community, and engaging with industry experts to continue the dialogue about the art for we love.