Best The Colonial Players of Annapolis Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 30 - Shannon Benil - Bump 25:26

20d ago25:26

25:26

Closing our 76th Season, Jim talks to Shannon Benil, the director of "Bump". Shannon talks about the power and pitfalls of technology to advance human connection, and the joys of live theatre. Bump runs from April 25 — May 17, 2025. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=340…

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Episode 29 - Tom Wyatt - Working 20:03

2M ago20:03

20:03

Our Spring musical for Season 76 is Working — A Musical. Jim talks to the director, Tom Wyatt, about how important this localized version of Working is in the community, and his history with CP. Working runs from February 28 — March 29, 2025.By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 28 - Joe Thompson - A Visit From St. Nicholas 28:21

5M ago28:21

28:21

Welcome to the Holiday Season! Jim chats with Joe Thompson, the director of the season 76 holiday show and writer of the Holiday Showcase, all about children's theater and how joyfulness spreads when you remember to embrace the fun! A Visit From St. Nicholas runs December 5-15, 2024. Tickets: https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances…

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Episode 27 - Mary Fawcett Watko - The Winslow Boy 30:33

7M ago30:33

30:33

Our second show of Season 76 is The Winslow Boy. Jim talks to the director, Mary Fawcett Watko, about her history with CP and the joys of casting great actors. The Winslow Boy runs from October 25 — November 16, 2024.By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 26 - Rikki Howie Lacewell - Tiny Beautiful Things 25:14

8M ago25:14

25:14

Starting our 76th Season, Jim talks to Rikki Howie Lacewell, the director of our season opener "Tiny Beautiful Things". Rikki extols the virtues of human connection, and the power of theatre to make us feel. Tiny Beautiful Things runs from September 6 — September 30, 2024. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=336…

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Episode 25 - Martin & Leslie Thompson - The Returned 39:02

10M ago39:02

39:02

How did CP get to co-produce this new play? Jim talks to Martin and Leslie Thompson about their history with the theatre, and their irreverent new play debuting at this years Capital Fringe Festival. Only 4 performances at Theater J. For tickets to The Returned, visit: https://capitalfringe.org/events/the-returned/…

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Episode 24 - Steve Tobin - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 33:41

1y ago33:41

33:41

For final show in the 75th Season, Jim talks to the director and current CP president, Steve Tobin. Steve ponders what it would be like to be able to “walk in another person’s shoes” and the power of empathy. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time runs from April 26 — May 18, 2024. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances…

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Episode 23 - Michelle Bruno and LeVar Betts - The Baker's Wife 30:47

1y ago30:47

30:47

Our fifth show in the 75th Season is the magnificent musical, The Baker's Wife. Jim talks to Michelle Bruno and LeVar Betts, director and music director, about live music, the love of theatre, and the joys of fresh warm bread. The Baker's Wife runs from March 1 — March 30, 2024. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=328…

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Episode 22 - Rikki Howie Lacewell - Black History Month 45:25

1y ago45:25

45:25

Celebrating African Americans and the Arts this Black History Month. Jim talks to Rikki Howie Lacewell of Confidence Theatrics, about diversity in the arts and keeping the conversation going. See more about Confidence Theatrics here: https://www.confidencetheatrics.com/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 21 - Edd Miller - Marjorie Prime 21:34

1+ y ago21:34

21:34

For our fourth show in the 75th Season, Marjorie Prime, Jim talks to longtime CP director Edd Miller. What would we remember, and what would we forget, if given the chance? Edd just wants you to think! Marjorie Prime runs from January 12 — February 3. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=327…

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Episode 20 - A Christmas Carol 2023 29:48

1+ y ago29:48

29:48

Join a couple of Scrooges in this podcast as they talk to the Director — Debbie Barber-Eaton — and the Music Director — Sally Gilles — of this year's sell-out production of A Christmas Carol. You can still catch this year's production on-demand here: https://www.showtix4u.com/events/thecolonialplayers until January 1st, 2024!…

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Episode 18 - Beth Terranova - Tartuffe 31:15

1+ y ago31:15

31:15

Starting our 75th Season, Jim talks to Beth Terranova, the director of our season opener "Tartuffe". Beth is the wearer of many hats within the theatrical realm, and discusses the joy of satire, guest casting, and the need for volunteers. Tartuffe runs from September 9 — September 30. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt…

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Episode 17 - Alex Brady - Ravenscroft 31:18

2y ago31:18

31:18

Our latest venture with Theatre in 360° has Jim discussing Ravenscroft with the director Alex Brady. Alex talks about the vibrancy of costuming, the physicality of comedy, and how the truth can be painful. Ravenscroft runs from May 19 — June 10. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=318 Live stream available from June 2 —…

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Episode 16 - Vincent Musgrave - Putting It Together 34:27

2y ago34:27

34:27

In our latest podcast, Jim talks to Vincent Musgrave, the director of Putting It Together, about his theatrical background, grueling schedules, and his love of Sondheim. Putting It Together runs April 7 through May 6, 2023. Tickets available: https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/eventperformances.asp?evt=317…

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Episode 15 - Richard Atha-Nicholls - The Book of Will 35:08

2y ago35:08

35:08

Jim talks to Richard Atha-Nicholls, the director of The Book of Will. Richard discusses the history, the comedy, and the tragedy of directing in the round. The show runs February 24 through March 19, 2023. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/ Livestream available on select dates: https://www.stellartickets.com/o/the-colonial-players-inc/events/t…

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Episode 14 - Robin Schwartz - Crimes of the Heart 26:38

2+ y ago26:38

26:38

Jim talks to Robin Schwartz, the director of Crimes of the Heart. Robin talks about her background in theater, the show and it's cast. The show runs January 6 through January 28, 2023. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 13 - Bob Bartlett - Lýkos Ánthrōpos 39:22

2+ y ago39:22

39:22

Jim talks to Bob Bartlett about his new site specific play Lýkos Ánthrōpos as well as other site specific theatre, playwriting, and teaching. Lýkos Ánthrōpos runs October 21 - November 6, 2022, 8:00 PM (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) https://www.bob-bartlett.com/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 12 - Estelle Miller - The Lifespan of a Fact 30:19

2+ y ago30:19

30:19

Jim talks to Estelle Miller, the director of The Lifespan of a Fact. Estelle talks about her history in community theater, and her love of directing - especially plays that make you think. The show runs October 21 through November 12, 2022. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/ Livestream available on select dates: https://www.stellartickets.com/…

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Episode 11 - The Cast of Art 23:41

2+ y ago23:41

23:41

Jim talks to the cast of Art (Sam Lunay, Tom Newbrough, and Jim himself), where they came from and where they're going. The show runs September 9, 2022 to October 1, 2022. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 10 - Debbie Barber-Eaton - Art 22:02

2+ y ago22:02

22:02

Jim talks to Debbie Barber-Eaton who is directing Art. Debbie talks about her history with The Colonial Players and what it's like directing Art in the round. The show runs September 9, 2022 to October 1, 2022. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 9 - Andy McLendon and Charlotte Robinson 50:04

3y ago50:04

50:04

Stage manager extraordinaire, Andy McLendon, and prodigious master of props, Charlotte Robinson, join Jim to talk about how they got involved with theatre and what keeps them coming back out to play with the Colonial Players.By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 8 - Michelle Bruno, President - Children's Theatre of Annapolis 34:21

3y ago34:21

34:21

Michelle Bruno, the president of the Children's Theatre of Annapolis, talks to Jim about their latest production, the importance of storytelling, and the joys of working with younger actors in the community. Annie runs from May 6 - May 22, 2022. CTA's Annual Fundraising Event "For the Love of CTA", June 4, 2022. https://www.childrenstheatreofannapo…

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Episode 7 - Freaky Friday 27:40

3y ago27:40

27:40

Jim talks to the two lead actors of Freaky Friday about being shut down in 2020 just before they moved to the theatre, and how grateful they are to bring Freaky Friday to fruition. Freaky Friday runs from April 22 - May 15, 2022. https://thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 6 - The Stream Team 51:32

3y ago51:32

51:32

On this episode we learn the the ABCs of live streaming. Jim talks to the Stream Team aka Richard Atha-Nicholls, Wes Bedsworth, and David Cooper. From inception to delivery, these guys have the tech knowledge. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/ Please note: There is no 3-hour podcast as mentioned. However, corner any one of the stream team and…

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Episode 5 - Jeff Sprague 32:46

3y ago32:46

32:46

Jim talks to Jeff Sprague who is directing Agnes of God. Jeff talks about the background behind the show, the themes presented, and working with strong actors. The show runs March 17, 2022 to April 2, 2022. Live stream available. https://tickets.thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 4 - The Three Scrooges 44:58

3+ y ago44:58

44:58

Episode 4 - A New Hope for Three Scrooges. Our host Jim Reiter talks to Duncan Hood and Gene Valendo about the joys of playing Scrooge, and this years production. A Christmas Carol runs from December 2-12, 2021. http://thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 3 - Rick Wade and Sarah Wade 47:39

3+ y ago47:39

47:39

With our third very timely edition, Jim talks to Rick Wade and Sarah Wade about A Christmas Carol's history with The Colonial Players, and this years production. Sidewalk Sale for tickets: Saturday November 20, 2021 at 9 a.m. A Christmas Carol runs from December 2-12, 2021. http://thecolonialplayers.org…

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Episode 2 - Jennifer Cooper, Education Director 30:21

3+ y ago30:21

30:21

Jennifer Cooper talks about serving on the Board of Directors and how she helps The Colonial Players fulfill its mission in entertaining, educating, and enriching the community. https://thecolonialplayers.org/By The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 1 - Eleanore Tapscott 30:42

3+ y ago30:42

30:42

We talk to Eleanore Tapscott who is directing By The Way, Meet Vera Stark. Eleanore talks about working with The Colonial Players for the first time, her background, and the history behind the show, and how black actors were treated in Hollywood, especially after the introduction of the Hay's Code. The show runs October 22, 2021 to November 13, 202…

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The Colonial Players Of Annapolis Podcasts

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Theatre In 360°

The Colonial Players of Annapolis

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Episode 30 - Shannon Benil - Bump 25:26

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Episode 29 - Tom Wyatt - Working 20:03

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Episode 28 - Joe Thompson - A Visit From St. Nicholas 28:21

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Episode 27 - Mary Fawcett Watko - The Winslow Boy 30:33

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Episode 26 - Rikki Howie Lacewell - Tiny Beautiful Things 25:14

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Episode 25 - Martin & Leslie Thompson - The Returned 39:02

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Episode 24 - Steve Tobin - The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 33:41

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Episode 23 - Michelle Bruno and LeVar Betts - The Baker's Wife 30:47

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Episode 22 - Rikki Howie Lacewell - Black History Month 45:25

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Episode 21 - Edd Miller - Marjorie Prime 21:34

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Episode 20 - A Christmas Carol 2023 29:48

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Episode 18 - Beth Terranova - Tartuffe 31:15

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Episode 17 - Alex Brady - Ravenscroft 31:18

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Episode 16 - Vincent Musgrave - Putting It Together 34:27

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Episode 15 - Richard Atha-Nicholls - The Book of Will 35:08

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Episode 14 - Robin Schwartz - Crimes of the Heart 26:38

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Episode 13 - Bob Bartlett - Lýkos Ánthrōpos 39:22

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Episode 12 - Estelle Miller - The Lifespan of a Fact 30:19

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Episode 11 - The Cast of Art 23:41

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Episode 10 - Debbie Barber-Eaton - Art 22:02

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Episode 9 - Andy McLendon and Charlotte Robinson 50:04

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Episode 8 - Michelle Bruno, President - Children's Theatre of Annapolis 34:21

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Episode 7 - Freaky Friday 27:40

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Episode 6 - The Stream Team 51:32

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Episode 5 - Jeff Sprague 32:46

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Episode 4 - The Three Scrooges 44:58

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Episode 3 - Rick Wade and Sarah Wade 47:39

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Episode 2 - Jennifer Cooper, Education Director 30:21

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Episode 1 - Eleanore Tapscott 30:42