THED Talks
THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!
6.46 A Conversation with Katy Evans
This week Jimmy talks with Texas teacher Katy Evans. She talks about building a program from scratch, seeking out community support, and her own faith.
6.45 A Conversation with Marie Miguel
This week Jimmy talks with Virginia theatre teacher Marie Miguel. She talks about student centered programming, finding ways to keep your work exciting, and providing a space for students to be themselves.
6.44 A Conversation with McKenna Finley
This week Jimmy talks with Utah teacher McKenna Filey. She talks about Improvisational Theatre, self-care, and the impactful teachers who shaped who she is as a teacher.
6.43 A Conversation with Jennifer Lybarger
This week Jimmy talks with Pittsburgh theatre teacher Jennifer Lybarger. She talks about the importance of theatre for elementary schools, getting rid of the show must go on mentality, and finding your tribe.
6.42 A Conversation with Andrew Geha
This week Jimmy talks with New York teacher Andrew Geha. He talks about immersive theatre, intimacy direction with high schoolers, and the power of theatre for a community.
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6.41 A Conversation with Sandy Vlandir
This week Jimmy talks with South African teaching artist Sandy Vlandir. She talks about the valuing every story in the space, using theatre for social and personal change, and taking care of yourself and your students in the process.
6.40 A Conversation with Chad Edwards
This week Jimmy talks with North Carolina theatre teacher Chad Edwards. He talks about burnout, the dreaded posting of the cast list, and entering teaching through lateral entry.
6.39 A Conversation with Allison Brandon
This week Jimmy talks with Louisiana teaching artist Allison Brandon. She talks about grit, running nonprofit and for profit businesses, and the joy and power of theatre and theatre teachers.
6.38 A Conversation with Polly Harrison
This week Jimmy talks with Texas teacher Polly Harrison. She talks about engaging new students, her EPIC theatre festival, and the importance of storytelling in our work.
6.37 A Conversation with Marisa Skube-Carr
This week Jimmy talks with Oklahoma teacher Marisa Skube-Carr. She talks about taking risks, hosting student teachers, and shares some great activities for relationship building with your students.
