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 1366
Today at 5:00 PM

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director Joshua Kahan Brody, to talk about the latest show from Primary Stages, Laowang. This brilliant new show was so, so amazing to talk all about, and we are excited to share this with you. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets while you still can!

Laowang

Now- December 14th

@ 59E59 Theaters

Tickets and more information are available at 59e59.org

***A STAGE WHISPER CREATOR’S...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1365
Today at 11:01 AM

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcome on the co-producer William Meurer, the co-producer/director Tori Bogacki, and the adapter Jess Reed, to talk about their upcoming production of A Christmas Carol. This is a benefit reading for artists and the Entertainment Community Fund, and is a brilliant take on this holiday classic. So make sure that you tune in and turn out to support this wonderful show!

A Christmas Carol

A Benefit Reading for artists and the Entertainment Community Fund

December 13th...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1364
Today at 5:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we are thrilled to welcome back the writer/performer Joanna Pickering. She stopped by to talk to us about her new work Crash Landing. This fantastic and thrilling new show, was so incredible to learn all about, and you won’t want to miss the next performance of this piece. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great show!

Crashlanding

Coming to a theatre near you

More information can be found at joannapickering.com and @joannapickering

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1363
Yesterday at 5:00 PM

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Iraisa Ann Reilly and the director/co-artistic director Estefania Fadul, to talk about their latest show A Bodega Princess Remembers La Fiesta de los Reyes Magos, 1998. This was such a fantastic new work to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this fantastic production!

A Bodega Princess Remembers La Fiesta de los Reyes Magos, 1998

Now-December 14th

@ Ensemble Studio Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1362
Yesterday at 5:00 AM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actress Leenya Rideout to talk about Irish Rep’s upcoming production of It’s A Wonderful Life. This is one of our favorite holiday stories, and we had such a great time talking about this upcoming radio/stage version. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

It’s A Wonderful Life

December 7th- December 31st @ Irish Repertory Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at irishrep.org

And be sure to fol...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1361
Last Saturday at 5:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the team behind the new show Edelweiss, A Holiday Bar Pageant, Christopher Ford, Dakota Rose, and Andrew R. Butler. This outrageous new holiday production was so much fun to learn and chat about. And just like this conversation, should not be missed. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic new work!

Edelweiss, A Holiday Bar Pageant

December 13th-21st

@ Soho Playhouse

Tickets and more information are available at sohoplayhouse.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1360
Last Saturday at 11:00 AM

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actors Audrey Heffernan Meyer and Alan Ceppos to talk about their current show The Art of Leaving. This brilliant and timely piece made for wonderful conversation, and should not be missed. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great production!

The Art of Leaving Now- December 14th @ Pershing Square Signature Center

Tickets and more information are available at artofleavingtheplay.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1359
Last Saturday at 5:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were so thrilled to welcome on the actor Cedric Leiba Jr. He stopped y to talk about his recent production, Baile Cangrejero. This fabulous work was so great to learn all about, and Cedric’s insight and contributions only made the conversation better! So make sure that you hit play and stay tune for the next production!

Baile Cangrejero

Recently played at the Puerto Rican Traveling Theater

More information is available at pregonesprtt.org

And be su...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1358
Last Friday at 5:00 PM

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the artistic director Mark Armstrong to talk about the 24 Hour Plays Gala. This wonderful event supporting this great organization, was fabulous to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out to support this great group!

24 Hour Plays Gala

December 12th The Space at Irondale (Brooklyn, NY)

Tickets and more information is available 24hourplays.org/gala

And be sure to follow Mark to stay up to date on all his...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1357
Last Friday at 4:45 PM

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcoemd on the creators Ariel Estrada, Gaven D Trinidad, Nana Dakin, and David Lee Huynh to talk about their works Full Contact and X#*! You Very Much, Mom. These works, which are part of Winterfest, were fascinating to learn all about. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Full Contact and X#*! You Very Much, Mom

Part of Winterfest

Now-December 7th

@ Theaterlab

Tickets and more information are available at theaterlabnyc.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1356
Last Friday at 11:00 AM

Fresh out of the oven and straight to you, it’s a brand new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. This time around, we welcomed back on the playwright Dave Osmundsen and welcomed on the actor Jordan Boyatt, to talk about their new show Bum Bum. This fun and hilarious show was an absolute hoot to chat about. So make sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

EPIC Players Presents:

Bum Bum

December 4th-14th @ HERE Arts Center

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


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1355
Last Friday at 5:00 AM

We continue our coverage of the Gene Frankel Theatre Winter Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. This time we welcomed on five different artists and their fantastic works that are part of this year’s festivities. Just like this conversation, these shows should not be missed. So be sure you tune in and turn our for this great event!

The Gene Frankel Theatre Winter Festival

December 8th-22nd

@ The Gene Frankel Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at genefrankeltheatrefestival.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1354
Last Thursday at 5:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from stage Whisper, we welcomed on the managing director Justin Allen, who stopped by to chat about Dances Patrelle’s Presentation of The Yorkville Nutcracker. This wonderful holiday tradition was wonderful to talk about, and we are so honored that we get to feature and share it with you all once again. So be sure you tune in and turn out of this fabulous production!

And be sure to follow Justin to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:

dancespatrelle.or...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1353
Last Thursday at 11:00 AM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actor William Franke and the director Illana Stein to talk about two shows, The Endgame and Don’t Harm the Animals. theses works are being presented as a benefit reading for New Perspectives Theatre Company. The powerful works and the powerful subject matter were incredible to talk about. So be sure you hit play and come out to support this wonderful organization and artists today!

The Endgame and Don’t Harm the Animals by Joanna Pickering

A Benefit Reading for...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1352
Last Thursday at 5:00 AM

Switching gears on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we kick off our coverage of the 2025 Gene Frankel Theatre Winter Festival. On this episode, we welcomed on four amazing artists who are bringing their works to this year’s events. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets for this year’s festivities!

The Gene Frankel Theatre Winter Festival

December 8th-22nd

@ The Gene Frankel Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at genefrankeltheatrefestival.com

And be sure to foll...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1351
Last Wednesday at 5:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Hunter Lustberg and the actors Emily Banks and Kristin Katz, to talk about their bran new show Cuckoo. This fantastic work is having a first look later this week, and was wonderful to chat about. So make sure you tune in and turn up for this fantastic new story!

Cuckoo

Part of Theaterlab’s First Look Series December 5th-6th

@ Theaterlab

Tickets and more information are available at theaterlabnyc.com

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1350
Last Wednesday at 5:00 AM

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 International Human Rights Art Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. This time we got to learn about four more shows that are apart of this year’s event. These works and the artists behind them were so wonderful to speak wit. So make sure that you tune in and turn out to support these fabulous productions!

2025 International Human Rights Art Festival

December 8th-14th

@ The Tank

Tickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.org

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1349
Last Tuesday at 5:00 PM

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcome on the playwright Eliana Rubin and welcome back the director/choreographer/artistic director Jennie Hughes, to talk about another exciting show from Forager Theatre Company, 8min 20sec. This powerful and relevant show was incredible to learn all about. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic new production!

Forager Theatre Company Presents

8min 20sec

December 4th-7th

@ Culture Lab LIC

Tickets and more information are available at culturelablic...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1348
Last Tuesday at 5:00 AM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are thrilled to continue our coverage of the 2025 International Human Rights Art Festival. On our show this time, we welcomed on three wonderful artists and their powerful works coming to NYC for this year’s festivities. Be sure to hit play and get your tickets today!

2025 International Human Rights Art Festival

December 8th-14th

@ The Tank

Tickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.org

And be sure to follow our guests to st...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1347
12/01/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actor Kevin Pariseau, to talk about his upcoming production of Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Jersey Christmas Show. This fun and fantastic new holiday tradition, was an absolute blast to talk about, and just like the conversation should not be missed. So hit play and get your tickets today!

Ebenezer Scrooge’s Big Jersey Christmas Show

December 2nd-21st

@ George Street Playhouse

Tickets and more information are available at georgestreetplayhouse.org

And be s...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1346
12/01/2025

We continue our coverage of the 2025 International Human Rights Art Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. This time around we welcomed on five powerful works and the brilliant artists behind them. So hit play and get your tickets today!

2025 International Human Rights Art Festival

December 8th-14th

@ The Tank

Tickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:

Extensions written...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1345
11/30/2025

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the brilliant creator/performer Kristina Libby, to talk about her recent show Holy S*it I Almost Died For This. This conversation about her new work, in addition to the insight that she shared, was pricelss. So make sure you tune in and stay tuned for the next mounting of this work!

Holy S*it I Almost Died For This

Recently played at the United Solo Festival

More information is available at kristinalibby.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1344
11/30/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we kicked off our coverage of the 2025 International Human Rights Art Festival. We welcomed on four wonderful artists and the works that they are bringing to this year’s events. So be sure that you tune in and turn out to support this wonderful festival!

2025 International Human Rights Art Festival

December 8th-14th

@ The Tank

Tickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.org

And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1343
11/29/2025

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the playwright Scott Organ and the director Seth Barrish to talk about their new work Diversion. This gripping and relatable work was incredible to chat about. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Diversion

Now- December 14th

@ The Barrow Group Performing Arts Center

Tickets and more information are available at barrowgroup.org

And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1342
11/29/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Jennifer Blackmer and the director Alex Keegan , to talk about their new work Predictor. This fascinating and historical story was so wonderful to learn all about, and just like this conversation should not be missed. So hit play and get your tickets today!

Predictor

December 6th- January 18th

@ AMT Theater

Tickets and more information are are available at predictorplay.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1341
11/28/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we sat down with actress Alison Rodriguez to talk about A Noise Within’s upcoming production of A Christmas Carol. This holiday classic was so much fun to chat about and is certain to enhance your holiday season. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

A Noise Within Presents

A Christmas Carol

November 29th- December 24th

@ A Noise Within (Pasadena, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at anoisewithin.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1340
11/28/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actors Nick Bisa and Theodore Bouloukas, to talk about their new show Nepo Baby. This is a fascinating and intriguing new work made for a great conversation. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today! @jaymichaelrsglobal #stagewhisperpod #whisperinthewings #asheardonstagewhisper #nepobaby #newstageperformancespace #indietheatre #fall2025

Nepo Baby

December 4th-21st @ The New Stage Performance Space Tickets and more information are available at nepobabyplay.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1338
11/26/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were joined by the creative director/producer Beka Vuco to talk about a wonderful event, From the Other Side. This exciting new production, features several exciting works of Balkan theatre, that will be presented in the heart of the Lower East Side, at La MaMa Experimental Theatre! This was a fascinating conversation about some wonderful theatre. So be sure that you tune in and turn out to support these great artists!

From the Other Side

December 3rd- 14th

@ La MaMa...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1339
11/26/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcomed back on the artistic directors at Frigid New York, Martha Lorena Preve and Jimmy Lovett, as well as four wonderful playwrights to talk about the upcoming production, Holiday Spirits. This is such a wonderful holiday event in the hart of the Lower East Side, and the works participating in this year’s event should not be missed. So be sure that you tune in and turn up for this great event!

Frigid New York Presents

Holiday Spirits

December 6th an...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1337
11/26/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Sam Marwaha, director Serena Norr, and the actors/producers/ Chelsea LeSage and Jenilyn Rodriguez to talk about their new show Training Set. This fantastic and timely work explores one of the issues and ideas in the forefront of our minds lately. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets now!

Training Set

December 3rd-7th

@ Theatre Row

Tickets and more information are available at bfany.org

And be...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1336
11/25/2025

Hot off the presses and straight to you, it’s a brand new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. And on this new episode we were joined but he director Zachary Elkind and the writer Rachel Vail to talk about their new show If We Kiss. This was such a great show to learn all about, and you will not want to miss this brilliant and beautiful story. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic production!

The Map Theater Presents If We Kiss

December 4th-20th

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1335
11/25/2025

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Julie Ridge, to talk about her griping new show Bipolar & The English Channel. This was such a fantastic and personal story to learn all about. So make sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Bipolar & The English Channel

December 3rd-14th @ Theatre Row

Ticket and more information are available at bfany.org

And be sure to follow Julie to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1334
11/24/2025

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcome on the director/choreographer/performer Cassandra Clark and the playwright/co-producer Bradley Plaxen, to talk about their exiting new holiday show, The Queer Without a Santa Claus. This exciting new parody burlesque show was an absolute blast to chat about, and just like this conversation, the show should not be missed. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Black Watch Theatre Presents

The Queer Without a Santa Claus

December 2nd- 19th (Tuesdays...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1333
11/24/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcomed on the company members Laura Livingston and Diego Carvajal to talk about Freestyle Rep’s show Theatresports. This wonderful, family friendly improv show, was so much fun to learn all about, and our guests share some absolutely amazing insight. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great production!

Freestyle Rep Presents

Theatresports

Select Weekends in November 2025-January 2026

@ The Gallery Players

Tickets and more information are available at tinyurl.com/TSPORTSBKLN

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1332
11/23/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwrights Joe Keyes and Rob Elk to talk about their annual show, Bob’s Holiday Office Party. This holiday tradition celebrating 28 years in Los Angeles, was so much fun to talk about. So be sure that you tune in and turn out for this great show!

Bob’s Holiday Office Party

December 5th- December 21st

@ The Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at odysseytheatre.com

And be s...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1331
11/23/2025

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcome on the creator/performer Sydney Kane, to talk about her upcoming show Wife Material. This was such a fun and fantastic show to learn all about, and just like this conversation, the show should not be missed. So hit play and get your tickets today!

Wife Material

December 1st and 2nd

@ Littlefield (Brooklyn, NY) Tickets and more information are available at eventbrite.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1330
11/22/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actor Erik Bloomquist to talk about Hartford Stage’s upcoming production of A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story Christmas. This wonderful holiday tradition was so much fun to chat about, and just like the conversation, should not be missed. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Hartford Stage Presents A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas

November 22nd- December 28th

@ Hartford Stage

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


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1329
11/22/2025

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creators of the show Me Prometheus: Caveman Musical, Simon Riker, Addison Janey, and Emerson Sieverts. They stopped by to share with us this new work and all it’s amazing glory. This fabulous piece made such great conversation. So make sure that you hit play and get on the ground floor of this fantastic new musical!

Me Prometheus: Caveman Musical

Coming to a theatre near you

More information are available at meprometheus.com

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1328
11/21/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed o the playwright Jake Shore to talk about his latest show The Slide is the Negative. This powerful and conflicting piece of theatre was wonderful to explore and learn all about. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

The Slide is the Negative November 29th-December 21st

@ The Chain Theatre

Tickets and more information are available jcstheater.com

And be sure to follow Jake to stay up to date on all his...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1327
11/21/2025

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Jessica Dickey, and the performers Gregory Harrison and Moira Quirk to talk about their latest production, Searching For Galileo’s Daughter. This was such a wonderful conversation with these three fantastic artists about this great new radio play. So make sure you click play and tune in today!

L.A. Theatre Works Presents

Searching For Galileo’s Daughter

Now available for streaming

To listen or for more information visit streaming.latw.org