Best Nathan Agin Podcasts (2025)

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Hamlet (3.4), Final Session: "Voices Within" - Confronting Gertrude | The Rehearsal Room 1:52:30

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Join us as we dive into the scene where Hamlet confronts his mother, kills Polonius and is visited by the Ghost in Shakespeare's Hamlet 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ How two Hamlets navigate the internal conflict ➤ Insights into Gertrude's role as a responder ➤ An exploration of madness and familial bonds ➤ Plus a Q&A with the team! Feat…

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Hamlet (3.4), Week 3: "A Mother's Burden" - Confronting Gertrude | The Rehearsal Room 1:54:20

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Join us as we dive into the scene where Hamlet confronts his mother, kills Polonius and is visited by the Ghost in Shakespeare's Hamlet 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ Gertrude's role as a mother versus a manipulative figure ➤ The implications of madness and how it affects familial bonds ➤ Insights into the duality of Hamlet's character an…

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Hamlet (3.4), Week 2: "The Price of Truth" - Confronting Gertrude | The Rehearsal Room 2:00:09

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Join us as we dive into the scene where Hamlet confronts his mother, kills Polonius and is visited by the Ghost in Shakespeare's Hamlet 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ Hamlet balancing rage and compassion towards his mother ➤ The impact of societal expectations on personal relationships ➤ A discussion on the use of sarcasm and its implicat…

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HAMLET (3.4) Week 1: "The Weight of Duality" - Confronting Gertrude | The Rehearsal Room 2:03:57

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Join us as we dive into the scene where Hamlet confronts his mother, kills Polonius and is visited by the Ghost in Shakespeare's Hamlet 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The concept of dual Hamlets and their contrasting approaches to conflict ➤ Insights into character dynamics and the emotional stakes of the play ➤ The exploration of languag…

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Richard III (1.4), Final Session: "A Dance with Death" - The Rehearsal Room 58:33

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Join us as we dive into Clarence's dream and murder in Shakespeare's Richard III. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ A deep dive into character motivations as Clarence faces his fate ➤ The importance of collaboration and feedback in the rehearsal process ➤ Insights into the unique challenges and discoveries of performing remotely ➤ Plus a Q&A…

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Rewriting Your Story: Carl Greer, Ph.D. on Shamanic Wisdom, Jung, and Personal Transformation 35:12

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In this intimate and insightful conversation, The Practical Shaman, Renee Baribeau, welcomes psychologist, shamanic practitioner, and best-selling author Carl Greer to explore the power of rewriting your personal narrative. Drawing on Jungian psychology, dreamwork, and shamanic journeying, Carl shares transformative tools from his new workbook, Go …

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Richard III (1.4), Week 2: "The Weight of Conscience" - The Rehearsal Room 1:35:13

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Join us as we dive into Clarence's dream and murder in Shakespeare's Richard III. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The challenge of conveying moral conflict through performance ➤ Techniques for engaging with Shakespeare's language in a modern context ➤ The importance of pacing and timing in dramatic scenes Featuring Geoffrey Wade (DIRECTOR)…

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Richard III (1.4), Week 1: "From Dreams to Deeds" - Shakespeare | The Rehearsal Room 1:59:51

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Join us as we dive into Clarence's dream and murder in Shakespeare's Richard III. Featuring Geoffrey Wade (DIRECTOR), Gideon Rappaport (DRAMATURG), Peter Van Norden (CLARENCE), Aubrey Saverino (FIRST MURDERER) and Dan Cordova (SECOND MURDERER).By Nathan Agin

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Titus Andronicus (5.2), Final Session: "Blood & Bonds" - The Rehearsal Room 1:48:36

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The play's poetic richness, despite its often grim subject matter ➤ The profound themes of maternal love and the impact of violence on humanity ➤ The impact of Lavinia's silence and her role in the narrative ➤ Plus a Q&A with the artists! --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! 🙌 Many …

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Titus Andronicus (5.2), Week 3: "Embracing the Grotesque" - The Rehearsal Room 1:50:42

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ Handling the emotional toll of performing intense material ➤ Discussing self-care for actors as they navigate the dark themes of the play ➤ Insight on the cyclical nature of violence in both the play and modern society --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! 🙌 Many thanks to our recent…

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Titus Andronicus (5.2), Week 2: "A Dark Comedy of Revenge" - The Rehearsal Room 2:00:14

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The historical significance of cannibalism➤ The complex relationships between Titus, Tamara, and the dark forces at play ➤ A detailed analysis of the verse, including scansion and emotional shifts within the text --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! 🙌 Many thanks to our recent suppo…

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Titus Andronicus (5.2), Week 1: "Witnessing the Vengeance" - The Rehearsal Room 2:00:38

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Welcome back to The Rehearsal Room: we share a recently recorded series that was our first dive into Shakespeare's Titus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ Exploring the themes of vengeance and identity➤ The role of humor and its delicate balance in a dark narrative ➤ The transformative power of revenge and its consequences --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE t…

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Take your time! (as an Actor) - Discussion with the ARCADIA team | The Rehearsal Room 22:23

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Director Brendon Fox kicks off the question of "what happens when you take your time?" and the entire group shares their experience and ideas. This was such a wonderful and spontaneous discussion to highlight. It was taken from our Week 3 session of 2 scenes from ARCADIA: https://youtu.be/aUa7sRheup8 ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next re…

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King John (1.1), Final Session: "Urgency & Discovery" - The Rehearsal Room 1:27:44

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ Diving deep into character motivations and their historical context ➤ The collaborative effort of the director, dramaturg, and vocal coach ➤ Q&A about the rehearsal process and discoveries madeBy Nathan Agin

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King John (1.1), Week 3: "Legacy & Ambition" - The Rehearsal Room 1:53:08

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King John (1.1), Week 2: "Honor & Identity" - Shakespeare | The Rehearsal Room 2:00:17

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The complex relationships between characters ➤ The historical context and its impact on character motivations ➤ A discussion on power and legitimacy We dive into two scenes from the play: the opening between Johnny and Bentley, and then a later scene with Hypatia and Percival. --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified…

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King John (1.1), Week 1: "Fate & Fortune" - Shakespeare | The Rehearsal Room 1:59:00

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Welcome back to The Rehearsal Room! We begin another exceptional series from the archive. Originally recorded in January/February 2021, this has been our only (to date!) dive into Shakespeare's King John! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The complex relationships between characters ➤ The historical context and its impact on character motiva…

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Misalliance (2 scenes), Final Session: "Tension and Transformation" - George Bernard Shaw | The Rehearsal Room 1:52:13

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Going to the extreme with a character or acting choice to see how it works Discussing the importance of pacing and its impact on performance Q&A with the artists We dive into two scenes from the play: the opening between Johnny and Bentley, and then a later scene with Hypatia and Percival. --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to g…

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Misalliance (2 scenes), Week 3: "Manners and Mayhem" - The Rehearsal Room 1:51:29

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Discussing the historical context of the Haypenny newspapers and their impact Examining the rich character dynamics in Shaw's work Taking a deep dive into these characters' motivations and inter-personal relationships We dive into two scenes from the play: the opening between Johnny and Bentley, and then a lat…

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Misalliance (2 scenes), Week 2: "Duty and Desire" - The Rehearsal Room 2:08:22

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the tension between characters Delving into the complexities of societal expectations Portraying these characters authentically We dive into two scenes from the play: the opening between Johnny and Bentley, and then a later scene with Hypatia and Percival. --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next …

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Misalliance (2 scenes), Week 1: "Class and Conflict" - The Rehearsal Room 1:57:34

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the process of working on Shaw's material for the first time Insights into character dynamics in the play Discussion about class distinctions present between characters We dive into two scenes from the play: the opening between Johnny and Bentley, and then a later scene with Hypatia and Percival. ---…

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Uncle Vanya (Act 2), Final Session: "Echoes of the Past" - The Rehearsal Room 1:54:44

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the controversial reception of Chekhov's work and its impact on his legacy Delving into the complex relationships between characters in Uncle Vanya Q&A with the group about the process and what they learned We dive into the first half of Act 2, from a translation by our director and dramaturg: https:…

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Uncle Vanya (Act 2), Week 3: "The Weight of Regret" - The Rehearsal Room 1:54:05

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: The psychological tension with the characters during a stormy night The motivations and frustrations expressed throughout the scene Vanya's emotional turmoil and existential reflections We dive into the first half of Act 2, from a translation by our director and dramaturg: https://www.chekhovplays.com/home ---…

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Uncle Vanya (Act 2), Week 2: "Conflict and Desire" - The Rehearsal Room 1:51:52

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Delving into themes of aging, longing, and existential despair Uncovering the subtext and motivations behind the characters' words Examining the frustrations and desires on this stormy night We dive into the first half of Act 2, from a translation by our director and dramaturg: https://www.chekhovplays.com/hom…

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Uncle Vanya (Act 2), Week 1: "Love, Loss and Longing" - The Rehearsal Room 2:03:00

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: ▶ Exploring Chekhov's characters and their complex relationships ▶ Discussing the impact of beauty and its ephemeral nature in the play ▶ Examining the themes of longing and self-worth We dive into the first half of Act 2, from a translation by our director and dramaturg: https://www.chekhovplays.com/home --- …

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King Lear - Final Session: "The Art of Character and Conflict" - The Rehearsal Room 1:50:54

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Delving into the dynamics of power and how it shapes the characters' choices throughout the play Exploring the nuances of familial loyalty Q&A with the artists! We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughters quarrel over what how much of an entourage he needs - Act 2, Scene 4. --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get n…

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King Lear - Week 3: "The Unraveling of Lear" - The Rehearsal Room 2:14:04

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Discussing the importance of props in Shakespearean plays and their role in storytelling Examining the arcs of Lear, Goneril, and Regan as they navigate power struggles Tracing the characters from the beginning of the play, looking at how their relationships evolve and the consequences of their choices We dive…

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King Lear - Week 2: "Unpacking Shakespeare's Punctuation" - The Rehearsal Room 2:07:06

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🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the emotional relationship of Lear and his daughters How punctuation in Shakespeare's text informs performance Discussing the importance of spontaneity in portraying characters We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughters quarrel over what how much of an entourage he needs - Act 2, Scene 4…

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King Lear - Week 1: "The Fragility of Authority and Family Bonds" - The Rehearsal Room 1:56:48

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We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughters quarrel over what how much of an entourage he needs. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The intricate dynamics between Lear and his daughters, revealing the complexities of love and power Delving into the emotional weight of familial relationships and the impact of aging on identity Discus…

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Final Session: "The Quest for Knowledge" - ARCADIA - Tom Stoppard | The Rehearsal Room 1:59:45

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It's our final session of 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The complexities of Septimus and Thomasina's relationship Exploring the nuances and humor within Stoppard's text Discussing the importance of collaboration and encouragement in the rehearsal process Q&A with the cast about their discoveries throughout the month…

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Week 3: "The Dance of Discovery" - ARCADIA - Tom Stoppard | The Rehearsal Room 1:53:09

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Welcome back to 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The complex relationship between Septimus and Lady Croom Delving into the intimacy and tension of their exchanges Unpacking the themes of knowledge and deception as secrets unravel --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Re…

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Week 2: "Secrets, Servants, and Self-Determination" - ARCADIA - Tom Stoppard | The Rehearsal Room 1:55:30

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Welcome back to 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the dynamics between Septimus and Jellaby Delving into the philosophical debates on free will and determinism Witnessing the intensity of Lady Croom's confrontation with Septimus Unpacking the symbolism of rice pudding and its deeper implications --- 🛑 SUBSCRIB…

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Week 1: "Curiosity and Carnal Embrace" - ARCADIA - Tom Stoppard | The Rehearsal Room 2:02:29

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Welcome to 2 scenes with Septimus! It's our first time diving into this brilliant and hilarious play, so let's get right to it... 🏁 In our first session, highlights include: Exploring the intellectual curiosity and wonder this play The complex dynamics between Septimus and the other characters Understanding the nuances of the relationships and thei…

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Final Session - Richard II - (Act 4, Sc 1) The king deposed - The Rehearsal Room 2:06:21

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🏁 In our third and final session, highlights include: Exploring the duality and transformation of Richard and Bolingbroke Delving into the emotional weight of kingship and its consequences Insights into the intimate versus public nature of Richard's deposition Plus, Q&A with the artists! --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session…

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Week 2 - Richard II - (Act 4, Sc 1) The king deposed - The Rehearsal Room 2:00:00

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🏁 In our second session, highlights include: Richard's journey from power to vulnerability Bolingbroke's internal conflict and familial ties Exploring Richard's private moments with Bolingbroke --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsa…

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Week 1 - Richard II - (Act 4, Sc 1) The king deposed - The Rehearsal Room 1:56:06

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🏁 In our first session, highlights include: Exploring the intimacy and public display in Richard II's deposition scene The power of language and its ability to shift the room's energy Understanding the relationship dynamics between Richard and Bolingbroke Insights into historical context and its influence on performance --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notif…

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Final Session - The Winter's Tale - Hermione's arrest/defense - The Rehearsal Room 1:50:36

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🏁 In our final session, highlights include: The power of acting to explore forbidden emotions and thoughts Using a word's actual meaning vs. personal interpretations Italian run-through rehearsals - the purpose and expectations A Q&A with the artists! ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification …

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Week 3 - The Winter's Tale - Hermione's arrest/defense - The Rehearsal Room 1:49:05

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🏁 In our third week, highlights include: Geoffrey's exercise to help actors connect Exploring the psychological aspects of jealousy Transitions from personal to royal plural pronouns ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on…

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Week 2 - The Winter's Tale - Hermione's arrest/defense - The Rehearsal Room 1:56:39

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🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Deciding on the beats of the scene - what each is "called" Bringing Leontes back to sanity vs. punishing him Exploring the meaning of "I'll keep her in the stables" ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON …

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Week 1 - The Winter's Tale - Hermione's arrest/defense - The Rehearsal Room 2:00:38

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🏁 In our first week, highlights include: the play as a tragic comedy and its significance in Shakespeare's career Leontes sudden and irrational jealousy towards his wife, Hermione. the importance of pacing and punctuation in the text. ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an …

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Final Session - Macbeth - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:54:31

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🏁 In our fourth and final week, highlights include: The warrior character of Macbeth and comedic moments with Lady Macbeth Diving into the imagery of "spongy officers" Analyzing the power dynamics in relationships A Q&A with the artists! ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss …

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Psychedelic Medicine at the End of Life w/ Richard Louis Miller, Ph.D. : The Practical Shaman Podcast 54:17

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Richard Louis Miller – clinical psychologist, author, and broadcaster with over 64 years of clinical experience in mind-body health. As the founder of the internationally-recognized Cokenders Alcohol and Drug Program and the creator of the nationally-acclaimed Health Sanctuary at Wilbur Hot Springs, he has dedicated his life to enhancing well-being…

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Week 3 - Macbeth - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 2:03:36

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🏁 In our third week, highlights include: The use of hypotheticals and future tenses What "the poor cat in the adage" really means The staccato delivery in Lady Macbeth's lines Plus - could "Macbeth" become a Christmas play?? 🎄🤶 ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update!…

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Director Robert Goldsby from 2019 1:25:52

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From 2019, our interview with prolific director Robert Goldsby, on the aliveness of Molière, making clear transitions, and being blissfully happy. Bob took his final curtain call on October 27, 2024 at age 97. With a career spanning 60+ years, he accomplished so much and he'll be missed by all who knew him! Click here for full show notes and links.…

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Week 2 - Macbeth - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 2:01:30

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🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Macbeth's soliloquy and chaotic dialogue Lady Macbeth's role in the scenes Macbeth's influence on Halloween and Harry Potter ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon: https:…

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Week 1 - Macbeth - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:59:40

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🏁 In our first week, highlights include: speech transitions and symbolism exploring power, ambition, and moral sacrifice Shakespearean nuances ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wajpod…

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Final Session - The Merry Wives of Windsor - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:58:42

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🏁 In our fourth and final week, highlights include: The Great Vowel Shift and Shakespeare's pronunciation Exploring Mistress Ford's emotions and actions Q&A with the creative team ⭐️ And a special thank you to Juls Hoover for hosting this month! ⭐️ ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to …

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Week 3 - The Merry Wives of Windsor - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:57:40

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🏁 In our third week, highlights include: Focusing on the nuances of language, meaning, and dynamics How different approaches to lines could affect the overall humor and relationships Adjustments made to clarify character interactions ⭐️ And a special thank you to Juls Hoover for hosting this month! ⭐️ ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next r…

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Week 2 - The Merry Wives of Windsor - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:51:50

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🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Discussing lines like "kiln-hole," "loons," and "still swine eats all the draff," clarifying meanings and exploring delivery options Figuring out transitions, with characters entering and exiting, and experimented with different line delivery for comedic effect ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next …

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Week 1 - The Merry Wives of Windsor - 2 scenes - The Rehearsal Room 1:57:57

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🏁 In our first week, highlights include: Detailed analysis and debate of character motivations and intentions Several linguistic nuances and potential stage directions were clarified Discussion of whether certain actions were scripted or improvised ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to …