Stage Whisper

Stage Whisper

byAndrew Cortes and Hope Bird

ArtsPerformingSocietyCultureDocumentary

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!

Episodes(40 episodes)

Whisper in the Wings Episode 1609
We are thrilled to welcome the creator/performer Kelly McCaughan onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. She sat down to talk about the upcoming one-night only performance of her hit show, Catholic Guilt. This was such a brilliant and relatable show to learn all about. So make sure you hit play and get your tickets while you still can!Catholic GuiltWednesday, May 20th@ The Elysian Theater (Los Angeles, CA)Tickets and more information are available at elysiantheater.com And be...
Published: May 13, 2026Duration: 22m 16s
Whisper in the Wings Episdoe 1608
Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed back the the team of Edoardo Tesio, Soraya Omtzigt, and Olivia Altair, to talk about their latest work being presented by Theater Company Della Luna, entitled The Perfect Story. This was such a great new work to learn all about and these artist were so wonderful to speak with. So be sure that you tune in and turn out for this fabulous show!Theater Company Della Luna presentsThe Perfect StoryMay 21st-24th...
Published: May 13, 2026Duration: 25m 41s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1607
For the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the music supervisor Calvin Hitchcock, to talk about the latest rendition of Falling Out the Musical. It was so exciting to check in and see where the show is now coming off of its run at Under St. Marks. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!Falling Out the MusicalMay 9th-31st@ Chelsea Table + StageTickets and more information are available at chelseatableandstage.comAnd be...
Published: May 12, 2026Duration: 15m 24s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1606
Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed on the composer/lyricist/writer Brooke deRosa, to talk about her upcoming shows Gunfight at the No-So-Ok Saloon and Does Not Compute. These fantastic shows are slated for a strictly limited run in New York City, so make sure you tune in and get your tickets while you can!Gunfight at the Not-So-Ok SaloonDoes Not ComputeMay 15th-17th@ The John Cullum TheatreTickets and more information are available at americantheatreofactors...
Published: May 11, 2026Duration: 18m 1s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1605
On the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the team behind the reading of an incredible show entitled Tiger Style. This incredible work made for such fantastic conversation, and the insight shared by our guests should not be missed. So tune in and turn out for this fabulous event!Tiger StyleMay 11th-12th@ The Gallery PlayersTickets and more information are available at tickettailor.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all...
Published: May 11, 2026Duration: 33m 38s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1604
Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper as we welcomed on the director Adam Lenson, to talk about the Stage Whisper Creator’s Pick, Cable Street. This is such an amazing show that just like this conversation, should not be missed. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!Cable StreetNow- May 24th @ 59E59 TheatersTickets and more information are available at 59e59.org ***STAGE WHISPER CREATOR’S PICK***And be sure to follow Adam to s...
Published: May 10, 2026Duration: 34m 49s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1603
On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the senior talent agent Jessica Polsky, to talk about her latest event The Industry Titan Seminar. This is a wonderful event for this important and necessary part of the industry, and we had a great time learning all about the event as well as this line of work. So be sure that you tune in and turn out for this fabulous seminar! The Industry Titans SeminarMay 17th@ Studio 353 Tickets and more information are available at...
Published: May 10, 2026Duration: 38m 42s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1602
Hot off the presses and straight to you, it’s a brand new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. And this time, we sat down with the writer/performer Elena Mazzon, to talk about her current show Clara: Sex, Love, and Classical Music. This was such a brilliant show packed with brilliant music, that just like this conversation, should not be missed. So be sure you hit play and catch the show while you still can!Clara: Sex, Love, and Classical Music Now- May 10th@ 59E59 TheatersTickets and more in...
Published: May 9, 2026Duration: 19m 41s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1601
Hot off the presses and straight to you, it’s a brand new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. And on our program this time, we welcomed on the playwright Carmen Rivera and artistic director Alex Aron. They joined us to talk about their upcoming show Everybody Has a Story to Tell. This wonderful free show, which is such a New York story and experience, was so fabulous to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out to support this work! Everybody Has a Story to TellMa...
Published: May 9, 2026Duration: 28m 12s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1600
Join us on the latests Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcomed on the collaborators behind a fantastic new show Canciones. This incredible experience as so much fun learning all about, and on top of the insight our guests shared with us, you won’t want to miss the amazing memories they shared. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you can!CancionesNow- May 24thin Flatbush, BrooklynTickets and more information are available at radicalevolution.org ...
Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 36m 37s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1599
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 TankTickets...
Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 21m 44s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1598
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 PresentsBody UnredactedMay 9th-17th@ The Makes’ SpaceTickets and more information are available at blessedunrest.org And be sure to follow Jessica to stay up t...
Published: May 7, 2026Duration: 12m 29s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1597
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 PortalMay 14th-22nd@ TheaterLabTickets and more information are available at welcometocampfire...
Published: May 7, 2026Duration: 27m 51s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1596
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 NaxosMay 7th-10th@ Lovinger Theater at Le...
Published: May 6, 2026Duration: 40m 31s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1595
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 & BonePerformed in repertoryMay 2nd-16th@ The FleaTickets and more information are available at dropsinthevase.com And be...
Published: May 6, 2026Duration: 15m 15s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1594
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!MatrilinePart of the Gallery SeriesMay 8th and 10th@ TheaterlabTickets and more information are available at theaterlabnyc.com And be sure to follow Katie to stay up to date on all her...
Published: May 5, 2026Duration: 20m 58s
Whisper in the Wings Episdoe 1593
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 DieComing Fall 2026To a theater and platform near youMore information is available at @dawnkinoentertainment<...
Published: May 5, 2026Duration: 39m 58s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1592
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 PresentsExit the KingMay 3rd-31st@ A Noise Within (Pasadena, CA)Tickets and more information are available at anoisewithin.org And be sure to follow Michael...
Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 23m 58s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1591
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 PresentsPicasso: Le Monstre SacrèMay 7th-May 17th@ Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)Tickets and more information are available at od...
Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 34m 33s
Whisper in the Wings Episode 1590
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/LoveNow- May 10th@ Theater 555Tickets and more information are available at bloodlove.com/tickets And be sure to follow Carey to stay up to date on all her upcoming...
Published: May 3, 2026Duration: 12m 18s