This month I speak with playwright Brianna Keller about her Dracula-inspired piece, The Third Bride. We also discuss other aspects of vampirism, the challenges of writing a prequel, and I try desperately for once to not veer off track and talk about Harry Potter (and succeed for about one and a half minutes into the episode). […]
This month I talk with playwright Tess Light about her play, Billy Joel Holds the Key to the Afterlife, and have some hard-hitting discussions on Life, Death, Ganesh, and the unbelievable relevance the film My Big Fat Greek Wedding has on our respective lives. Thee scene featured in today’s episode features Robin Jarret as Frances, […]
This month I speak with NY playwright Catherine Weingarten about her dark comedy Karate Hottie. We discuss the challenges of humanizing an unlikable character and finding footing in a world of absurdity, and I also help Catherine face her frustrations in not obtaining the coveted Unicorn Frappuccino. The scene featured in today’s episode features Jaried […]
Don’t miss out on the chance to see the culmination of our Salamander workshop! For more information please visit our dedicated Salamander page or our Facebook page. Tickets available at Artful.ly. About the piece: Salamander by Lisa VillaMil Women are turning “other,” as the Barbie Virus rips through America, leaving its victims blank – sexless, emotionless, colorless. […]
This month I speak with Philadelphia Liz Wiest about her play Thou Shalt Covet. We touch on the challenges of blocking a show with cats, the many iterations one piece can exist in, and the frustration at Andrew Lloyd Webber’s too-frequent song repetition. The scene featured in today’s episode features Anthony Cicamore as Andrew and ERP Artistic […]
March Theatre Madness, two playwrights for the price of one! This month I chat with Davey Strattan White about the logistics of getting an Aeroplane on stage and the beauty of relationships that transcend age, then sit down with Lisa VillaMil to discuss the role gender plays on society and the complications of taking Shakespeare […]
This month I talk with New York playwright James Armstrong and journey back in time with his play Bones of the Sea, an exploration of famed 19th century paleontologist Mary Anning. We discuss the inspirations behind bringing Anning to the stage and the challenges of writing historical fiction without relying on spirited rap numbers and a […]
Combining Elephant Room Productions’ never-ending goals to make a positive impact on the world and to showcase new art in any form, The Trumpet is proud to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day with four original poems highlighting the weigh and impact Kindness has upon the world! The pieces featured in today’s episode include: “Keep It Random” written and performed […]
Happy New Year from The Trumpet and Elephant Room Productions! This month I chat with repeat ERP collaborator Brian Grace-Duff about the evolution of his one woman piece Dogperson. The scene featured in this month’s episode features Lisa VillaMil as Me/Em. Stage directions provided by Lauren M. Shover. The scene featured contains explicit language. Listener Discretion is advised.
Since its publication on September 21, 1897,Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus has become the most reprinted newspaper editorial of all time because of its message of hope. A Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays from all of us at Elephant Room Productions! Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Clauswritten by Francis Pharcellus Church Music: […]