Stage Whisper

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By: Andrew Cortes and Hope Bird

Two theater lovers come together to discuss the plot, design elements, and lasting impacts of the shows they've seen. Each episode includes a synopsis of the show as well as a detailed discussion. In addition, the hosts discuss their own personal interactions with the shows and people involved. So join us on this exciting journey down the Great White Way!

Whisper in the Wings Episode 1043
Today at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcomed on the librettist Naomi Louisa O’Connell and the director Annie Saunders to talk about their new opera, A Mass For Women in Bathrooms. This new work is being presented and workshopped up at Opera Saratoga, and just like the conversation, you won’t want to miss these performances. So be sure to tune in and turn up!

Opera Saratoga Presents

A Mass For Women in Bathrooms

June 22nd and 27th

@ Universal Preservation Hall (Saratoga Springs, NY)


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1042
Yesterday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were thrilled to welcome back the playwright/performer Tim Marriott and welcome in the performer Brian Dykstra, to talk about their latest work A Special Relationship. This fabulous show that is part of 59E59 Theater’s Brits Off Broadway, was s much fun to learn all about, and just like the show, should not be missed. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great new production!

A Special Relationship

Now- June 29th

@ 59E59 Theaters

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1041
Yesterday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright/actress/co-director Melissa R Randel and the actresses Jacqueline Wright and Lea Floden, to talk about their new work Sorry. This is a brilliant new work that should not be missed, and made for brilliant conversation. So be sure to tune in and turn our for this great production!

Sorry

June 20th-July 19th

@ Moving Arts Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at movingarts.ludus.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1040
Last Friday at 6:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Kendal harts and the director Austin Regan, to talk about their upcoming production, Uh Oh! Exclamation Point Kendal Hartse Question Mark Live in Concert Question Mark. This was such a great conversation about a new production company’s first show, as well as two amazing artists in the theatre. So make sure you tune in and get your tickets now!

Harlow Radical Presents

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1039
Last Friday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-playwright/co-director/conceiver Marina Zurita to talk about her latest iteration of her show Riven. This is a brilliant piece of theatre that is not only told in such a great way, but the story and subject is equally as impressive. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great production!

Riven

June 12th- 27th

@ Sure We Can

Tickets and more information are available at eventbrite.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1038
Last Friday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright/lyricist/composer Stuart Brayson, to talk about his new production, Irish Affair. This is such a great new work that you won’t want to miss out on. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you still can!

Irish Affair

Friday, June 27th

@ National Opera House in Wexford, Ireland

Tickets and more information are available at nationaloperahouse.ie

And be sure to follow Stuart to st...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1037
Last Thursday at 6:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Kaitlyn Gonzalez and the director Mary Tomei to talk about their wonderful new work Slap Ass Friday. This timely and powerful, new show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets right away!

Slap Ass Friday

Part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival

June 13th-15th

@ The Yard Theater (East Hollywood, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at hollywoodfringe.org <...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1036
Last Thursday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcoemd back on the playwrights/directors/performers Xhloe Rice and Natasha Roland, to talk about their show A Letter to Lyndon B. Jonson or God: Whoever Reads This First. This production is the winner of the 2025 SoHo Playhouse International Fringe Encore Series, and is receiving an extended run at the venue. So make sure you tune in and don’t miss your chance to see this fantastic work!

A Letter to Lyndon B. Johnson or God: Whoever Reads This First

Winner of th...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1035
Last Thursday at 4:00 AM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Caitlyn Waltermire and director Natalie Thomas, to talk about their new show Persephone Palmer Steps Out. This is such a great story, and a great adaptation of the classic Greek story. You will not want to miss this fantastic interview or this fantastic show!

Persephone Palmer Steps Out

June 19th- July 6th

@ Theater for the New City

Tickets and more information are available at theaterforthenewcity.net

And be sure to...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1034
Last Wednesday at 4:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the amazing producer Richard Jordan, to talk about his amazing show that just finished it’s run here in NYC, Shellshocked. This was a brilliant piece of theatre, and the wisdom and insight shared by our guest should not be missed. So make sure you hit play, and tune in!

Shellshocked

Now- June 8th @ 5959Theaters Tickets and more information can be found at 59e59.org


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1033
Last Wednesday at 4:00 AM

We are so thrilled to be welcoming back the co/writers/producers Mark Corallo and Eileen Nelson onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. They joined us to talk about the upcoming extended run of their fantastic show Mike & Mindy’s Wild Weekend Jam. This was such a blast to talk about last year in its early development, and we are so excited to see the latest iteration up on the stage. So be sure that you hit play, and get your tickets while you can!

Mike & Mindy’s Wild Weekend Jam


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1032
Last Tuesday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actors Billie Andersson, Steven J. Cambria, and Juan Pablo Toro, to talk about their upcoming production of Tiger Tale. This lesser known and lesser done work by Tennessee Williams, was such a fantastic show to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great show!

Tennessee Williams’ Tiger Tale

June 12th-June 22nd

@ Castle Clinton

Tickets are free and available the day of the performance

More information ca...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1031
Last Tuesday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage whisper, we welcomed on the director/choreographer John Farmanesh-Bocca and the actor Jack Stehlin, to talk about this latest production Lear Redux. This was a fascinating show to learn all about, and a great conversation about theatre in general. So be sure to tune in and turn out for this great productions!

Lear Redux

Now- July 13th

@ Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at OdysseyTheatre.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1030
Last Monday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on several of the artists behind the upcoming production of H.M. Koutoukas’ Medea of the Laundromat. This was such a great show to learn all about, and such an amazing team to get to talk to us about it! So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

H.M. Koutoukas’ Medea of the Laundromat

June 12th- June 22nd

@ La MaMa’s The Club

Tickets and more information are available at lamama.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1029
06/07/2025

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. Joining us on our show today are artists behind the works a part of this year’s events being presented by Frigid New York. These were some wonderful shows to close out our coverage, so make sure you tune in and turn out for this fabulous festival!

Frigid New York Presents

2025 Queerly Festival

June 12th- July 3rd

@ Under St. Marks

Tickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1028
06/07/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Felipe Luz, to talk about his new show Men Are Trash and I’m a Racoon. Besides being one of the best titles of a play, the show is a fascinating true story that Felipe has lived. So don’t miss this wonderful new conversation and wonderful new show!

Men are Trash and I'm a Raccoon

Fall 2025

@ The Tank

Tickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1027
06/06/2025

We continue our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival being presented by Frigid New York, on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. We welcomed on three wonderful artists to learn all about their exciting works that they are bringing to the Big Apple for this year’s events. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets now!

Frigid New York Presents

2025 Queerly Festival

June 12th- July 3rd

@ Under St. Marks

Tickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1026
06/06/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-directors Andrew W. Smith and Michole Biancosino to talk about their show Dorothy’s Dictionary. Their show is a wonderful addition to this year’s 10th Annual Women in Theater Festival. So be sure you don’t miss out on not only this great conversation, but this wonderful work!

Project Y Theatre Presents 10th Annual Women in Theater Festival

June 13th-29th

@ A.R.T/New York Theatres Tickets and more information is available at womenintheater.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1025
06/05/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on several of the artists behind a new production entitled, The Value. This fantastic new show being presented by The Rockaway Theatre Company, was so much fun to learn about, and equally as fun were the wonderful folks joining us. So make sure you tune in and turn out for their final weekend!

The Rockaway Theatre Company Presents

The Value

June 6th-8th

@ The John Gilleece Theater

Tickets and more information are available at rockawaytheatrecompany...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1024
06/05/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we continue our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival, presented by Frigid New York. Once again, we welcomed artists behind six of the shows taking place in this year’s line up. So make sure you don’t miss out on both this interview and the productions themselves!

Frigid New York Presents

2025 Queerly Festival

June 12th- July 3rd

@ Under St. Marks

Tickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc

And be sure to foll...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1023
06/05/2025

We are so, so excited to be welcoming back our dear friends at What Will the Neighbors Say onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. Coo-writers/actors Sam Hood Adrain and James Clements as well as director Federica Borlenghi joined us to talk about their latest production, At the Barricades. This is a fantastic new work that continues to raise the bar on what/and how theatre can be done, and not only is it inspired by true events, it’s also a very timely show. So make sure that you tune in, and get your ti...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1022
06/04/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Stefanie Nelson to talk about her latest shows DEAxDEA and Moving Memory: Next Generation. These powerful and beautiful works were so wonderful to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets for these two great productions!

Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup Presents

DEAxDEA and Moving Memory: Next Generation

June 6th and 7th

@ Broadway Presbyterian Church

Tickets and more information are available at sndancegroup.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1021
06/04/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/lyricist/creator Michael Gorman to talk about his latest show The Moby Dick Blues. This brilliant and timely new work was so wonderful to speak with. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets right now!

The Moby Dick Blues

June 7th -22nd

@ La MaMa

Tickets and more information are available at lamama.org

And be sure to follow Michael to stay up to date on...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1020
06/04/2025

We are kicking off our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival presented by Frigid New York, on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. On our show today, we welcomed on two amazing artists who are bringing their works to this year’s events. So make sure you tune in and turn out to support all of these amazing shows!

Frigid New York Presents

2025 Queerly Festival

June 12th- July 3rd

@ Under St. Marks

Tickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1019
06/03/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the performers/writers Angelika Giatras and Emily Markoe to talk about their show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Holy Holy the Birth of Disco. This was such a great conversation, and we had a great time talking all about the show and about theatre. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets now!

Holy Holy the Birth of Disco

Part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival

June 7th-22nd

@ The Broadwater (Black...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1018
06/03/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcome on the artistic director Emily Vartanina and the collaborator/musician/performer Zara Lawler, to talk about their latest show Joyful Noise. This is a brilliant collaboration of music and dance, and a show you turly will not want to miss. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

General Mischief Dance Theatre Presents

Joyful Noise

June 13th and 15th

@ Riverside Theater

Tickets and more information are available at trtnyc.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1016
06/02/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were joined by the artistic director/producer/performer Venkatesh Vohra, and the performers Amy Frances Quint and Jonathan Morgan, to talk about their latest production of Romeo + Juliet. This new take on the classic Shakespearean tale was so much fun to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great production!

Romeo + Juliet

June 12th-June 15th @ The Sheen Center

Tickets and more information are available at eventbrite.com

And...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1017
06/02/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Zena Wood and creator Kit Goldstein Grant, to talk about their shows that are a part of Double Bill: Witches and Aliens. These were such fantastic and unique shows to learn all about, and they truly should not be missed. So make sure you tune in and turn out for theses great works!

Double-Bill: Witches and Aliens featuring Encounter: A Space Cabaret

Christmas Eve in Dikanka: A Musical In-Concert

June 12th-14th

@ The Duplex...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1015
06/01/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Jess Thompson, playwright Grant Foxon, and actress Tehilah Keturah to talk about their latest work Once Upon a Time in NYC, in celebration of the 400th anniversary of New York City. This is a fabulous new work, that just like the conversation, you won’t want to miss. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Once Upon a Time in NYC

June 13th at 7pm

@ Reverie Room

Tickets and more in...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1014
06/01/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director/co-composer/choreographer Lauren Hlbuny and the assistant director/choreographer Kyra Hauck, to talk about their latest production, Shadowboxing in Blue. This is such a unique and incredible, not only show, but experience, that should not be missed. So be sure you hit play, and get your tickets today!

HAVEN Boxing and Danse Theatre Surreality Present

Shadowboxing in Blue

May 11th, June 8th, July 6th, and August 3rd @ HAVEN Boxing

Tickets and more information are...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1013
05/31/2025

Join us on the latest Whisper in Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director Kevin Michael Reed and the actress Alex to talk about their latest production of Proof. This is such an incredible show, and we had such a great time discussing it. So make sure you tune in and turn out for this wonderful production!

Little Theatre of Manchester Presents

Proof

June 6th-22nd

@ Cheney Hall

Tickets and more information are available at CheneyHall.org

And be sure...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1012
05/30/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Philip Schneidman to talk about The Little Opera Theatre of NY’s upcoming presentation of Zemlinsky’s Zimmer/Zemlinsky’s Room. This was such a great opera to learn all about, and you won’t to miss both this conversation or the show. So tune in and turn out for this great production!

The Little Opera Theatre of NY Presents

Zemlinsky’s Zimmer/Zemlinsky’s Room

June 5th-8th

@ BAM Fisher

Tickets and more inf...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1011
05/29/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Natasha Mercado and the performer Linzy Beltran. They stopped by to talk about their show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, El Mago Loco. This was such a fun and fabulous new work to learn all about, and we just had a great time in general talking about theatre. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets before they are gone!

El Mago Loco

Part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival

June 5th, 22...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1010
05/28/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are so honored to welcome back the artistic director of Teatro Gratticielo, Stefanos Koroneos, to talk about their upcoming 2025 Season. It’s always so wonderful speaking with Stefanos and we are so excited to be sharing all the exciting works they are putting on this year! So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic company!

Teatro Gratticielo Presents

2025 Season

June 28th-July 27th

@ La Mama

Tickets and more information are available at grattacielo.or...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1009
05/27/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed back the playwright/producer Barry Rowell and welcomed in the director Mia Y Anderson, to talk about their latest show Freedom’s Last Stand. This timely, funny, and fascinating new work made for an incredible conversation, and just like the show itself, should not be missed. So be sure to tune in and get your tickets now!

Peculiar Works Theatre Presents

Freedom’s Last Stand

May 29th- June 14th @ Target Margin Theater

Tickets and more information are avai...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1008
05/27/2025

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Liz Cooper to talk about her upcoming show Enough. This is a powerful and timely work that we loved learning all about. So be sure that you tune in and stay tuned for the upcoming performance dates!

Enough

Summer 2025

More information is available at @cooperbrownduo

And be sure to follow Liz to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions:

@coopscups

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1007
05/26/2025

We are thrilled to welcome back the director/artistic director Jessica Burr on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. She stopped by to talk about her latest work Nine Moons. This brilliant show inspired by Othello, was incredible to learn all about. So make sure you tune in and turn up for this great new production!

Nine Moons

May 30th-June 15th

@ Theater for the New City

Tickets and more information are available at our.show/ninemoons or blessedunrest.org

And be sure...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1006
05/25/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are so excited to welcome back the playwright Christin Eve Cato to talk about the full production of her brilliant show O.K.! This incredibly important and timely piece was brilliant when we saw it at the 2023 WP Theater Pipeline Festival and received our Creator’s Pick. And the current production being done is even better. So make sure you hit play to hear about this incredible work, and hurry to get your tickets before they are gone!

O.K.!

Now- June 8th...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1005
05/24/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcome back the director/artistic director Edward Einhorn to talk about the Rehearsal for Truth Festival and the show he is directing Blood, Sweat, and Queers. Both the show and festival were so amazing to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets today!

Rehearsal for Truth Festival presents

Blood, Sweat, and Queers

May 26th-June 15th

@ Bohemian National Hall

Tickets and more information are available at rehearsalfortruth.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1004
05/23/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Jack Morrill and the actresses Caitlyn Alico Beckwith, Anuka Sethi, and Kana Seiki to talk about their latest show that is completing its run this weekend, Alexandria. This is fascinating show that asks some intriguing questions. So make sure you tune in and turn out for this great produciton!

Alexandria

Now- May 25th @ Dixon Place

Tickets and more information are available at dixonplace.org

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