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 1599
Today at 4:00 AM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the incredible playwright/performer Di Lobontiu and the director Em Hausmann, to talk about their new show If You’re a Man at Night…You Gotta Be a Man in the Morning. This fun and fabulous new show was an absolutely blast to talk about. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets today!

If You’re a Man at Night…You Gotta Be a Man in the Morning

May 15th-23rd

@ The Tank

Tickets...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1598
Yesterday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed back on the director/choreographer/founding artistic director Jessica Burr. She joined us to talk about Blessed Unrest’s upcoming production of Body Unredacted. This wonderful piece of theatre was fantastic to learn all about. So hit play and get your tickets today.

Blessed Unrest Presents

Body Unredacted

May 9th-17th

@ The Makes’ Space

Tickets and more information are available at blessedunrest.org

And be sure to follow Jessica to stay up t...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1597
Yesterday at 4:00 AM

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were thrilled to welcome back on the creators Tony Bordonaro and Ingrid Kapteyn as well as the filmmaker/videographer Roberto Araujo. They all joined us today to talk about their lates production, Chalk Outline Portal. This was so much fun to learn all about this brilliant new work from these brilliant artists. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Chalk Outline Portal

May 14th-22nd

@ TheaterLab

Tickets and more information are available at welcometocampfire...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1596
Last Wednesday at 4:42 PM

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director/general director at The Bronx Opera, Benjamin Spierman, to talk about their latest production Ariadne Auf Naxos. This was such a fascinating work to learn all about, and the journey and way they are presenting this piece was so wonderful to chat about. So be sure that you tune in and catch this show before it’s gone!

The Bronx Opera Presents

Ariadne Auf Naxos

May 7th-10th

@ Lovinger Theater at Le...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1595
Last Wednesday at 4:00 AM

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed on the director Felicia Lobo, to talk about her latest show Needle & Bone. This fascinating and moving piece, being performed in rep at The Flea, was so wonderful to learn all about. So be sure that you tune in and turn out to support this fantastic production!

Needle & Bone

Performed in repertory

May 2nd-16th

@ The Flea

Tickets and more information are available at dropsinthevase.com

And be...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1594
Last Tuesday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Katie Zaffrann to talk about her latest show, Matriline. This was such a great conversation about a wonderful new work. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this show!

Matriline

Part of the Gallery Series

May 8th and 10th

@ Theaterlab

Tickets and more information are available at theaterlabnyc.com

And be sure to follow Katie to stay up to date on all her...


Whisper in the Wings Episdoe 1593
Last Tuesday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/co-director/producer/performer Zack Shaw, director of photography Cristina Gomez, and welcomed back the co-director/producer Juancho Rodriguez, to talk about their new film Just Die. This was such a fascinating story to learn all about and the process was equally interesting. So be sure that you tune in and stay tuned for the official release date!

Just Die

Coming Fall 2026

To a theater and platform near you

More information is available at @dawnkinoentertainment<...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1592
Last Monday at 4:00 PM

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Michael Michetti, to talk about his latest production, Exit the King. This iconic piece of theatre, which is perfect for our time, was wonderful to talk about. So make sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

A Noise Within Presents

Exit the King

May 3rd-31st

@ A Noise Within (Pasadena, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at anoisewithin.org

And be sure to follow Michael...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1591
Last Monday at 4:07 AM

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were thrilled to welcome the co-adaptor/performer Peter Tate and the co-adaptor/director Guy Masterson, to talk about their lates show Picasso:Le Monster Sacrè. This brilliant piece of theatre will capture your interest and take you for a wild ride. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets now!

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble Presents

Picasso: Le Monstre Sacrè

May 7th-May 17th

@ Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at od...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1590
Last Sunday at 4:00 PM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the songwriter/actress Carey Renee Sharpe to talk about her latest show Blood/Love. This dark and fabulous show was so much fun to learn about. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets while you still can!

Blood/Love

Now- May 10th

@ Theater 555

Tickets and more information are available at bloodlove.com/tickets

And be sure to follow Carey to stay up to date on all her upcoming...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1589
Last Sunday at 4:00 AM

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the program manager Liadin Stewart. She stopped by to talk about New Perspectives Theatre’s ongoing play reading series, On Her Shoulders. This fantastic series was wonderful to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in turn out to support this wonderful events!

Oh Her Shoulders

An Ongoing Play reading series

June 18th, September 17th, and December 3rd @ New Perspectives Studios

Tickets and more information are available at newperspectivestheatre.org

An...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1588
Last Saturday at 5:45 PM

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator Orlando HernĂ ndez, to talk about his latest work, Too soon to discover planets, too late to discover islands (Part III). This was such a beautiful and exciting piece of dance, that just like this conversation, should not be missed. So hit play and reserve your seat today!

CUNY Dance Initiative Presents

Too soon to discover planets, too late to discover islands (Part III)

May 9th at 7:30pm

@ Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1587
Last Saturday at 4:54 PM

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcomed on the director Gregg T. Daniel and the actors Jason Delane and Chyma Gault, to talk about their latest show Hymn. It was so wonderful to learn all about this fascinating work, and equally fascinating was the insight that these fantastic artists shared with us. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble and Lower Depth Theatre Present

Hymn

April 29th-June 14th

@ Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)<...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1586
Last Saturday at 3:46 PM

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actors Gemma Vodacek and Hari Bhaskar to talk about Tier5 Theatre Company’s latest production of Twelfth Night. We had a great conversation discussing this new production of the classic tale. So make sure you tune in and get your tickets while you can!

Tier5 Theatre Company Presents

Twelfth Night

Now- May 3rd

@ El Barrio’s ArtSpace PS109

Tickets and more information are available at tier5theatrecompany.com

And be s...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1585
05/01/2026

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-writers/co-directors Rodrigo Garcia and Ugho BadĂą, to talk about their show Carlota: Alhajero de Secretos. This was such a fascinating show to learn all about and our guests shared such wonderful insight. So make sure that you tune in and get your ticket today!

Latino Theater Company Presents

Carlota: Alhajero de Secretos April 30th- May 24th

The Los Angeles Theatre Center (Los, Angeles, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at latinotheaterco.org


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1584
05/01/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the artistic director/choreographer Payal Kadakia. She stopped by to share her company, Sa Dance Company’s, upcoming show Rise. This is such a beautiful and empowering show to learn all about. And just like this conversation you won’t want to miss this show! So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

The Sa Dance Company Presents

Rise

May 7th-9th

@ New York Live Arts

Tickets and...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1583
04/30/2026

Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed back on the artistic director/director/producer caryn desai to talk about her lates production, Warsaw. This powerful new work was wonderful to learn all about, and just like this conversation, the show should not be missed! So hit play and get your tickets today!

International City Theatre Presents

Warsaw

April 29th-May 17th

@ International City Theatre (Long Beach, CA)

Tickets and more information are available at internationalcitytheatre.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1582
04/30/2026

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Victoria Melody to talk about her production entitled Trouble, Struggle, Bubble and Squeak. This show, which is part of 59E59’s Brits off Broadway, was so fascinating to learn all about. So be sure that you hit play and catch the show before it’s gone!

Trouble, Struggle, Bubble and Squeak

Now- May 3rd

@ 59E59 Theaters

Tickets and more information are available at 59e59.org

And be sure to foll...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1581
04/30/2026

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we sat down with director/performer Philip Cruise and the playwright/performer Alex Emanuel, to talk about their latest work Come and Knock Down My Door. This fantastic and important satire, was wonderful to learn all about. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Come and Knock Down My Door

May 7th-30th

@ The Gene Frankel Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at our.show/knockdownmydoor

And be sure...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1580
04/29/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director Mike Keller, the performer/producer Paul Romanello, and the playwright Antohy P. Pennino. All of these wonderful artists joined us to talk about their latest show American, Italian. This fantastic semi-autobiographical work was so fabulous to chat about. So be sure that you tune in and turn up for this great new production!

American, Italian

April 29th- May16th

@The Chain theatre

Tickets and more information are available at sooptheatre.booktix...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1579
04/29/2026

We are so thrilled to welcome back the playwright Jacques Lamarre onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. He joined us to talk about his new work Circus Fire. This gripping and fascinating true story was so wonderful to learn all about. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you still can!

Circus Fire

April 16th- May 31st

@ Theater Works Hartford Tickets and more information are available at twhartford.org

And be sure to follow Jacques to stay up...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1578
04/28/2026

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-writer/co-lyricist/performer Elizabeth Barkan, to talk about her latest work Bike Shop the Musical. This heartfelt comedy was so fantastic to learn all about. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets today!

Bike Shop the Musical

April 30th- May 17th

@ Theater for the New City

Tickets and more information are available at theaterforthenewcity.net

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


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1577
04/28/2026

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcomed on the actor/producer Nelia McNicol, director/producer Lil Malinich, and the actor Emily Pazmino to talk about the upcoming run of their hit show Mercury. This fabulous work, fresh off of its hit run at Theatre Row, was so wonderful to talk about and just like this conversation, you won’t want to miss this show. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Mercury

April 30th-May 17th @ The Players Theatre

Tickets and more information ar...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1576
04/27/2026

For the latests Whisper int he Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed back on the playwright/director Anthony M. Laura, to talk about his latest work You & Me. This incredibly powerful and timely new show was incredible to talk and learn about. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets right away!

You & Me

Now- May 9th @ A.R.T./New York’s Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at youandmetheplay.com

And be sure to follow Anthony to st...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1575
04/27/2026

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Pete Boisvert, to talk about his show THIS IS NOT A DEATH CULT. This was such a great and fascinating new work to learn all about. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

THIS IS NOT A DEATH CULT

May 2nd-16th (In rep)

@ The Flea

Tickets and more information are available at dropsinthevase.com

And be sure to follow Pete to stay up to...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1574
04/26/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the playwright/producer Michael Raimondi, to talk about his new show Mister Snickers of New York City. This was another wonderful work that is part of the Fresh Fruit Festival, and we had a great time learning all about it. So be sure that you tune in and turn out to support this great production!

Play Your Part Presents

Mister Snickers of New York City

Part of the Fresh Fruit Festival

April 27th...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1573
04/26/2026

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Kathleen Potts to talk about her new work, Igniting the Spark. The work, which is part of the Fresh Fruit Festival, was so wonderful to learn all about, and the insight Kathleen shared was so wonderful. So be sure to tune in and turn out for this fabulous new production!

Igniting the Spark

Part of the Fresh Fruit Festival

May 1st and 2nd

@ The Wild Project

Tickets and more information are available...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1572
04/25/2026

On the latests Whisper int he Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Dennis Yueh-Yeh Li, to talk about his new work Late Blooming. This piece, which is part of the Fresh Fruit Festival, was a wonderful work to learn all about! So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Late Blooming

Part of the Fresh Fruit Festival April 27th- May 2nd

@ The Wild Project

Tickets and more information are available at freshfruitfestival.com

And be sure to follow...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1571
04/25/2026

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the producer/director Arthur Makaryan and the playwright Nora Serena Casey, to talk about their new show The Censorship of Dreams. This show was so fascinating to learn all about, and after hearing about it, we are sure you will want to check it out. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets now!

The Censorship of Dreams

May 1st-17th

@ La MaMa

Tickets and more information are available at lamama.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1570
04/24/2026

We are so thrilled to be welcoming back the playwright Jove Tripp-Thompson onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. He joined us to talk about his latest work That Sh*t Eating Grin. This hilarious show, filled with twists and turns, was so much fun to learn all about, and just like the conversation, should not be missed. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you can!

That Sh*t Eating Grin

May 4th

@ Montrose, Brooklyn

Tickets and more information are...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1569
04/24/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome back on the director Jorden Charley-Whatley. He stopped by once again to talk about City Gate Productions’ production of Stupid F*cking Bird. This is such a great show to talk about, and Jordan was so much fun to delve into this piece with. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

City Gate Productions Presents

Stupid F*cking Bird

May 1st-10th

@ The Secret Theatre

Tickets and mo...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1568
04/23/2026

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Derek Murphy, to talk about his latest work The Bad Daters. This was such a great new work to get to learn all about, and the insight that Derek shared was fascinating to learn about. So be sure to hit play and get your tickets today!

The Bad Daters

April 23rd- May 17th

@ Paradise Factory

Tickets and more information are available at paradisefactory.org And be sure to follow Derek to stay up to...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1567
04/23/2026

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the team behind The Menopause Monologues, the director Lisa Anne Morrison, producer Lulu Braunstein, and creator Carrie Vanhouten. This was such a great conversation about this incredible work. So be sure that you tune in and turn out for this amazing production!

The Menopause Monologues

April 30th- May 3rd

@ HERE Arts Center

Tickets and more information are available here.org

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


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1566
04/22/2026

On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the artistic director/writer/director/actor Joshua Patriarco to talk about his latest show Richard III: A Twisted Fairytale. This was such a great show to learn all about, and just like the conversation, you won’t want to miss out on it. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!

Richard III: A Twisted Fairytale

April 22nd-26th

@ John Cullum Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at our.show/r3twisted

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1565
04/22/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed on the playwright Max Loria, to talk about the reading of his latest work Solomon of Sixth Avenue. This is such a brilliant new work inspired by some amazing classic works. So be sure that you tune in and turn out to support this wonderful artists!

Solomon of Sixth Avenue

April 24th from 2p-4:30pm

@ The Harvey Fierstein Theatre Lab

For more information and to RSVP visit eventbrite.com

And...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1564
04/22/2026

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Andrea Peterson and the director Fran Pruyn to talk about their latest show being presented by Pygmalion Theatre Company, (plan c). This was such a brilliant and timely piece to learn all about, so make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Pygmalion Theatre Company presents

(plan C)

May 1st-16th

@ Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center

Tickets and more information are available at arttix.org

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1563
04/21/2026

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the artists behind the Two in Love: A Two Hander Festival. These fantastic women sat down to share this wonderful event featuring three fantastic works Brilliant Traces, Venus in Fur, and World Builders. We had such a great time talking all about this, and we assure you , you won’t want to miss out on this event! So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you can!

Two In Love: A Two Hander Festival

Theater Lab

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1562
04/21/2026

For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Cassandra Rose, to talk about her show Billy to His Friends. The show, which is part of the Fresh Fruit Festival, was incredible to learn about talk about. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!

Billy to His Friends

Part of the Fresh Fruit Festival

April 28th and 29th and May 2nd

@ The Wild Project

Tickets and more information are available at freshfruitfestival.com

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Whisper in the Wings Episode 1561
04/20/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the actor Fernando Contreras. He sat down with us to talk about his latest show, The Wedding March. This wonderful piece of theatre was so much fun to chat about, and the insight Fernando shared was equally fabulous. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you can!

Pregones/PRTT Presents

The Wedding March

Now- May 3rd @ Puerto Rican Traveling Theater

Tickets and more information are available at pregonesprtt...


Whisper in the Wings Episode 1560
04/20/2026

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the actress Danielle Ryan, to talk about her latest production, The Approach. This was such a great show to learn all about, and we had such a great time chatting with Danielle. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets today!

The Approach

Now- May 10th

@ Irish Repertory Theatre

Tickets and more information are available at irishrep.org

And be sure to follow Danielle to stay up to...