Veteran teachers and community thespians pull back the curtain on the surprising connections between teaching and live theater — presence, improvisation, empathy, and collaboration — sharing stories from rehearsals, moments of hilarity & flexibility from live productions, and the importance of listening and collaboration.

Hear practical tips, joyful anecdotes, and how bringing performance, storytelling, and teamwork into the classroom can deepen student engagement, build empathy, and create positive classroom communities. 

Our guests today include TaKisha Kegler, Elise Kimball, and Penny Tatum, fellow castmates, educators, and friends.