Stage Whisper

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-playwright/co-director/conceiver Marina Zurita to talk about her latest iteration of her show Riven. This is a brilliant piece of theatre that is not only told in such a great way, but the story and subject is equally as impressive. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great production!RivenJune 12th- 27th@ Sure We CanTickets and more information are available at eventbrite.comAnd be sure to follow Marina to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions:@riventheplay

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright/lyricist/composer Stuart Brayson, to talk about his new production, Irish Affair. This is such a great new work that you won’t want to miss out on. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you still can!Irish AffairFriday, June 27th@ National Opera House in Wexford, IrelandTickets and more information are available at nationaloperahouse.ieAnd be sure to follow Stuart to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions: stuartbrayson.co.uk

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/performer Kaitlyn Gonzalez and the director Mary Tomei to talk about their wonderful new work Slap Ass Friday. This timely and powerful, new show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets right away!Slap Ass FridayPart of the Hollywood Fringe FestivalJune 13th-15th@ The Yard Theater (East Hollywood, CA)Tickets and more information are available at hollywoodfringe.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@[email protected]

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcoemd back on the playwrights/directors/performers Xhloe Rice and Natasha Roland, to talk about their show A Letter to Lyndon B. Jonson or God: Whoever Reads This First. This production is the winner of the 2025 SoHo Playhouse International Fringe Encore Series, and is receiving an extended run at the venue. So make sure you tune in and don’t miss your chance to see this fantastic work!A Letter to Lyndon B. Johnson or God: Whoever Reads This FirstWinner of the 2025 SoHo Playhouse International Fringe Encore SeriesJune 4th-29th@ SoHo PlayhouseTickets and more information are available at sohoplayhouse.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @xhloeandnatashaxhloeandnatasha.com

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Caitlyn Waltermire and director Natalie Thomas, to talk about their new show Persephone Palmer Steps Out. This is such a great story, and a great adaptation of the classic Greek story. You will not want to miss this fantastic interview or this fantastic show!Persephone Palmer Steps OutJune 19th- July 6th@ Theater for the New CityTickets and more information are available at theaterforthenewcity.net And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @persephonepalmer@[email protected]

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the amazing producer Richard Jordan, to talk about his amazing show that just finished it’s run here in NYC, Shellshocked. This was a brilliant piece of theatre, and the wisdom and insight shared by our guest should not be missed. So make sure you hit play, and tune in!ShellshockedNow- June 8th @ 5959Theaters Tickets and more information can be found at 59e59.org

We are so thrilled to be welcoming back the co/writers/producers Mark Corallo and Eileen Nelson onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. They joined us to talk about the upcoming extended run of their fantastic show Mike & Mindy’s Wild Weekend Jam. This was such a blast to talk about last year in its early development, and we are so excited to see the latest iteration up on the stage. So be sure that you hit play, and get your tickets while you can!Mike & Mindy’s Wild Weekend JamJune 19th-July 20th@ The Players TheatreTickets and more information are available at theplayerstheatre.com and mikeandmindyswildweekendjam.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:mikeandmindyswildweekendjam.com@mikeandmindyswildweekendjameyeonthemark.eileen@gmail.comcreativecommunicators.net

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actors Billie Andersson, Steven J. Cambria, and Juan Pablo Toro, to talk about their upcoming production of Tiger Tale. This lesser known and lesser done work by Tennessee Williams, was such a fantastic show to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great show!Tennessee Williams’ Tiger TaleJune 12th-June 22nd@ Castle ClintonTickets are free and available the day of the performanceMore information can be found at shakespearedowntown.orgAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: Tiger Tale: shakespearedowntown.org and @shakespearedowntownSteven: @stevenjcambriaJuan: @juanpablotoro___

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage whisper, we welcomed on the director/choreographer John Farmanesh-Bocca and the actor Jack Stehlin, to talk about this latest production Lear Redux. This was a fascinating show to learn all about, and a great conversation about theatre in general. So be sure to tune in and turn out for this great productions!Lear ReduxNow- July 13th@ Odyssey Theatre (Los Angeles, CA)Tickets and more information are available at OdysseyTheatre.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:newamericantheatre.com notmanapart.com

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on several of the artists behind the upcoming production of H.M. Koutoukas’ Medea of the Laundromat. This was such a great show to learn all about, and such an amazing team to get to talk to us about it! So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets today!H.M. Koutoukas’ Medea of the LaundromatJune 12th- June 22nd@ La MaMa’s The ClubTickets and more information are available at lamama.org And bes are to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: John: @jamdymorri and johnandrewmorrison.com Jenne:@jennevathJason: jasonhoward.org

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. Joining us on our show today are artists behind the works a part of this year’s events being presented by Frigid New York. These were some wonderful shows to close out our coverage, so make sure you tune in and turn out for this fabulous festival!Frigid New York Presents2025 Queerly FestivalJune 12th- July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Disko Boy written by Sheila Klein and Masha Mikulinsky June 21st and 22ndtherealamusedbouche.com @therealamusebouche@hansladidaFRIGID Nightcap produced by Edward Gibbons-Brown June 27th@frigidnightcap@edwardgibbonsbrownReality Check written Sayali Gove June 22ndDrag History Hour written Bertha Vanayshun June 20th@berthavnyc

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Felipe Luz, to talk about his new show Men Are Trash and I’m a Racoon. Besides being one of the best titles of a play, the show is a fascinating true story that Felipe has lived. So don’t miss this wonderful new conversation and wonderful new show!Men are Trash and I'm a RaccoonFall 2025@ The TankTickets and more information are available at the tanknyc.orgAnd be sure to follow Felipe to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:@theraccoonplay@letherebefelipeluz

We continue our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival being presented by Frigid New York, on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. We welcomed on three wonderful artists to learn all about their exciting works that they are bringing to the Big Apple for this year’s events. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets now!Frigid New York Presents 2025 Queerly FestivalJune 12th- July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcmoing projects and productions:Beneath the Surface written by Bailey C Lewis June 23rd@[email protected] The Femme In Yellow Tombola: mystical queer Italian bingo written and performed by Summer Minerva June 12th and [email protected] & With Feeling written by Spencer Joshua Vigil July 3rd@spencerjoshua711

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the co-directors Andrew W. Smith and Michole Biancosino to talk about their show Dorothy’s Dictionary. Their show is a wonderful addition to this year’s 10th Annual Women in Theater Festival. So be sure you don’t miss out on not only this great conversation, but this wonderful work!Project Y Theatre Presents 10th Annual Women in Theater FestivalJune 13th-29th @ A.R.T/New York Theatres Tickets and more information is available at womenintheater.org Dorothy’s Dictionary co-directed by Andrew W. Smith and Michole BiancosinoAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:womenintheater.org

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on several of the artists behind a new production entitled, The Value. This fantastic new show being presented by The Rockaway Theatre Company, was so much fun to learn about, and equally as fun were the wonderful folks joining us. So make sure you tune in and turn out for their final weekend!The Rockaway Theatre Company PresentsThe ValueJune 6th-8th@ The John Gilleece TheaterTickets and more information are available at rockawaytheatrecompany.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:The Value: @rockawaytheatrecoAngel: @theangelrafaelJonathan Nathaniel: @jndl1024Nick: @theghostofmarloweJannicke: @justdevour

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we continue our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival, presented by Frigid New York. Once again, we welcomed artists behind six of the shows taking place in this year’s line up. So make sure you don’t miss out on both this interview and the productions themselves!Frigid New York Presents 2025 Queerly FestivalJune 12th- July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming project and productions: Glitter Uprising: A Deliciously Disobedient Queer Revue written by Holli Hemlock June 30th @ 7pm@hollihemlock@glitter_uprisingClay Mommy written by Aviva PearlJuly 1st and 2nd@ts_jewess@claymommyplayCalvin S. Cato: Disney Single written and performed by Calvin S Cato June 15th @ 5pmcalvincato.com@calvonscatoGxDLY written by Daddy Doyenne and presented by The Kinky Kafe LLCJune 20th and June 21st@[email protected] Poster Boys written by Leo Layla Diaz directed by Hannah Marie Pederson June 12th and June [email protected]@hmpedersonSex Goddess written, created, and performed by Riel Reddick-Stevens and presented by House and BodyJune 19th-21st@sexgoddessplay@riel_donnajoy

We are so, so excited to be welcoming back our dear friends at What Will the Neighbors Say onto the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. Coo-writers/actors Sam Hood Adrain and James Clements as well as director Federica Borlenghi joined us to talk about their latest production, At the Barricades. This is a fantastic new work that continues to raise the bar on what/and how theatre can be done, and not only is it inspired by true events, it’s also a very timely show. So make sure that you tune in, and get your tickets while you still can!What Will the Neighbors Say? presentsAt the BarricadesJune 12th-29th @ MITU580Tickets and more information are available at neighbors.thundertix.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@wwtnstheatrewwtns.org

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Stefanie Nelson to talk about her latest shows DEAxDEA and Moving Memory: Next Generation. These powerful and beautiful works were so wonderful to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets for these two great productions!Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup PresentsDEAxDEA and Moving Memory: Next GenerationJune 6th and 7th@ Broadway Presbyterian ChurchTickets and more information are available at sndancegroup.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:sndancegroup.org@sndancegroup

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the writer/lyricist/creator Michael Gorman to talk about his latest show The Moby Dick Blues. This brilliant and timely new work was so wonderful to speak with. So be sure that you hit play and get your tickets right now!The Moby Dick BluesJune 7th -22nd@ La MaMaTickets and more information are available at lamama.orgAnd be sure to follow Michael to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions: fourtyhourclub.com

We are kicking off our coverage of the 2025 Queerly Festival presented by Frigid New York, on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. On our show today, we welcomed on two amazing artists who are bringing their works to this year’s events. So make sure you tune in and turn out to support all of these amazing shows!Frigid New York Presents 2025 Queerly FestivalJune 12th- July 3rd@ Under St. MarksTickets and more information are available at frigid.nyc And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: Gay Cowboys written and directed by Ciara ( HannonJune 26th and 27th at 7pm@11hourproducitonsThe Gay Social Network- A One Woman Show written and performed by Seerat Jhajj June 18th @ 7pm@thegaysocialnetwork

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the performers/writers Angelika Giatras and Emily Markoe to talk about their show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Holy Holy the Birth of Disco. This was such a great conversation, and we had a great time talking all about the show and about theatre. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets now!Holy Holy the Birth of DiscoPart of the Hollywood Fringe Festival June 7th-22nd@ The Broadwater (Black Box)Tickets and more information are available at hollywoodfringe.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @h0ly.h0ly@findemilyhere emilymarkoe.com @angelikagiatraas

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcome on the artistic director Emily Vartanina and the collaborator/musician/performer Zara Lawler, to talk about their latest show Joyful Noise. This is a brilliant collaboration of music and dance, and a show you turly will not want to miss. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!General Mischief Dance Theatre PresentsJoyful NoiseJune 13th and 15th@ Riverside TheaterTickets and more information are available at trtnyc.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Joyful Noise; generalmischief.com and @general_mischief_danceEmily: @emily_go_playZara: zaralawler.com and @fluteonitsfeet

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were joined by the artistic director/producer/performer Venkatesh Vohra, and the performers Amy Frances Quint and Jonathan Morgan, to talk about their latest production of Romeo + Juliet. This new take on the classic Shakespearean tale was so much fun to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and turn out for this great production!Romeo + JulietJune 12th-June 15th @ The Sheen CenterTickets and more information are available at eventbrite.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @no.theatre@romeo_o_julietnotheatre.org amyfrancesquint.com

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright Zena Wood and creator Kit Goldstein Grant, to talk about their shows that are a part of Double Bill: Witches and Aliens. These were such fantastic and unique shows to learn all about, and they truly should not be missed. So make sure you tune in and turn out for theses great works!Double-Bill: Witches and Aliens featuring Encounter: A Space CabaretChristmas Eve in Dikanka: A Musical In-ConcertJune 12th-14th@ The Duplex Cabaret TheatreTickets and more information are available at tix.com And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: Witches and Aliens: @witchesandaliensnycZena: @spaceweathergirltv and spaceweathergirl.com Kit: kitgoldsetin.com and @kitgoldsteingrant

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director/co-composer/choreographer Lauren Hlbuny and the assistant director/choreographer Kyra Hauck, to talk about their latest production, Shadowboxing in Blue. This is such a unique and incredible, not only show, but experience, that should not be missed. So be sure you hit play, and get your tickets today!HAVEN Boxing and Danse Theatre Surreality PresentShadowboxing in BlueMay 11th, June 8th, July 6th, and August 3rd @ HAVEN BoxingTickets and more information are available at dansetheatresurreality.orgAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@dansetheatresurrealitydansetheatersurreality.org@havenboxing

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Jess Thompson, playwright Grant Foxon, and actress Tehilah Keturah to talk about their latest work Once Upon a Time in NYC, in celebration of the 400th anniversary of New York City. This is a fabulous new work, that just like the conversation, you won’t want to miss. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!Once Upon a Time in NYCJune 13th at 7pm@ Reverie RoomTickets and more information are available at reverieroomnyc.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Once Upon a Time in NYC: @sharedmanifestentertainmentJess: @lifecadencesGrant:@grant.foxonTehilah: @tehilah_keturah

Join us on the latest Whisper in Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director Kevin Michael Reed and the actress Alex to talk about their latest production of Proof. This is such an incredible show, and we had such a great time discussing it. So make sure you tune in and turn out for this wonderful production!Little Theatre of Manchester PresentsProofJune 6th-22nd@ Cheney HallTickets and more information are available at CheneyHall.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Alex: @palazzoalexandriaKevin: @kevinmichaelreed and kevinmichaelreed.com

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Philip Schneidman to talk about The Little Opera Theatre of NY’s upcoming presentation of Zemlinsky’s Zimmer/Zemlinsky’s Room. This was such a great opera to learn all about, and you won’t to miss both this conversation or the show. So tune in and turn out for this great production!The Little Opera Theatre of NY PresentsZemlinsky’s Zimmer/Zemlinsky’s RoomJune 5th-8th@ BAM FisherTickets and more information are available at bam.orgAnd be sure to follow Philip to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:lotny.org@thelittleoperatheatreofny

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Natasha Mercado and the performer Linzy Beltran. They stopped by to talk about their show that is part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, El Mago Loco. This was such a fun and fabulous new work to learn all about, and we just had a great time in general talking about theatre. So be sure you tune in and get your tickets before they are gone!El Mago LocoPart of the Hollywood Fringe FestivalJune 5th, 22nd, 26th, and 28th@ The Cats Crawl Tickets and more information are available at hollywoodfringe.org And be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@[email protected]

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are so honored to welcome back the artistic director of Teatro Gratticielo, Stefanos Koroneos, to talk about their upcoming 2025 Season. It’s always so wonderful speaking with Stefanos and we are so excited to be sharing all the exciting works they are putting on this year! So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic company!Teatro Gratticielo Presents2025 SeasonJune 28th-July 27th @ La MamaTickets and more information are available at grattacielo.org And be sure to follow Stefanos and his company to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Teatro Gratticielo: grattacielo.org Stefanos: stefanoskoronos.com

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed back the playwright/producer Barry Rowell and welcomed in the director Mia Y Anderson, to talk about their latest show Freedom’s Last Stand. This timely, funny, and fascinating new work made for an incredible conversation, and just like the show itself, should not be missed. So be sure to tune in and get your tickets now!Peculiar Works Theatre PresentsFreedom’s Last StandMay 29th- June 14th @ Target Margin TheaterTickets and more information are available at peculiarworks.orgAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: peculiarworks.orgmiayandersonchannel.com@stagedame

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the creator/performer Liz Cooper to talk about her upcoming show Enough. This is a powerful and timely work that we loved learning all about. So be sure that you tune in and stay tuned for the upcoming performance dates!EnoughSummer 2025More information is available at @cooperbrownduoAnd be sure to follow Liz to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions:@coopscups@cooperbrownduo

We are thrilled to welcome back the director/artistic director Jessica Burr on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. She stopped by to talk about her latest work Nine Moons. This brilliant show inspired by Othello, was incredible to learn all about. So make sure you tune in and turn up for this great new production!Nine MoonsMay 30th-June 15th@ Theater for the New CityTickets and more information are available at our.show/ninemoons or blessedunrest.org And be sure to follow Jessica to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: blessedunrest.org@blessed_unrestjessicaburr.net

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we are so excited to welcome back the playwright Christin Eve Cato to talk about the full production of her brilliant show O.K.! This incredibly important and timely piece was brilliant when we saw it at the 2023 WP Theater Pipeline Festival and received our Creator’s Pick. And the current production being done is even better. So make sure you hit play to hear about this incredible work, and hurry to get your tickets before they are gone!O.K.!Now- June 8th@ INTAR TheatreTickets and more information are available at intartheatre.org And be sure to follow Christin to stay up to date on all her upcmoing projects and productions: christinevecato.com@christinevecato

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper we welcome back the director/artistic director Edward Einhorn to talk about the Rehearsal for Truth Festival and the show he is directing Blood, Sweat, and Queers. Both the show and festival were so amazing to learn all about. So make sure that you tune in and get your tickets today!Rehearsal for Truth Festival presentsBlood, Sweat, and QueersMay 26th-June 15th@ Bohemian National HallTickets and more information are available at rehearsalfortruth.org And be sure to follow Edward to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:edwardeinhorn.comuntitledtheatre.com

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actress Delphi Borich to talk about the latest reinterpretation on the classic play, Bus Stop. This production being presented by NAATO, Classic Stage Company, and Transport Group, was fascinating to learn all about. And even more fascinating was learning all about our fabulous guest. So make sure that you hit play and get your tickets for this wonderful production, today!NAATCO, Class Stage Company, and Transport Group Present:Bus StopNow- June 8th@ CSC StageTickets and more information are available classicstage.orgAnd be sure to follow Delphi to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions:@delphiborich

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the director Jack Morrill and the actresses Caitlyn Alico Beckwith, Anuka Sethi, and Kana Seiki to talk about their latest show that is completing its run this weekend, Alexandria. This is fascinating show that asks some intriguing questions. So make sure you tune in and turn out for this great produciton!AlexandriaNow- May 25th @ Dixon PlaceTickets and more information are available at dixonplace.orgAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Alexandria: @officialpopupproductionsJack: @jack.morrAnuka: @anuka.sethiCaitlyn: @caitlynalicobeckwith and caitlynalicobeckwith.com Kana: kanaseiki.com and @kanamara_

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcome don the playwright Kelundra Smith and the director Awoye Timpo to talk about their new work The Wash. This is a fascinating and timely piece that just like this conversation should not be missed. So be sure you tune in and turn up for this great new work!New Federal Theatre PresentsThe WashMay 30th-June 29th@ WP TheaterTickets and more information are available at newfederaltheatre.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:The Wash: newfederaltheatre.com Kelundra: @anotherpieceofk and kelundra.com Awoye: @awoyetimpo and theclassix.org

We conclude our coverage of the 2025 Next Step Festival on the latest Whisper in the Wings. This time we were joined by some new and familiar voices to talk about their shows coming to this year’s event. So hit play and get your tickets today!2025 Next Step Festival May 27th- June 8th@ Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at ART/NYTickets and more information are available at nextsteptheatrefest.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Hollywood Treatment co-written by Lara McCarthy May 28thslateoneproductions.com@slateonestageandscreenOrientation by Kathleen O’NeillMay 29th and June 1st and [email protected]@gmail.comThe Curse of Batvia by Katherine Burger June 1st and 2ndthecurseofbatvia.com

This must be a dream. There is no way we have reached this milestone. Before we go any further, we want to Thank everyone out there who has made this possible; from our guests, to our friends, to the amazing PR reps who continue to connect us with artists, and most importantly to our supporters and listens. So without further ado..On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we celebrate our 1000TH Episode! We cannot believe that we have had a chance to talk to over a thousand people. But on today’s episode, we are turning the tables and talking to the person who has been behind the mic for all 1000 episodes. Andrew Cortes sits down with the incredible producer, publicist, and all around game changing artist Jay Michaels to talk about not only Stage Whisper in general, but also reflected on a thousand episodes of Whisper in the Wings, and his life in the theatre. So make sure you join us by hitting play, and follow the show and share it with your friends and fellow artists!Stage Whisper Episode 1000More information is available at stagewhisperpod.comMake sure you follow Andrew and Stage Whisper to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions: @[email protected] you all so much for making our dreams come true and taking a chance on a little kitchen table show. If you find yourself in position to support our works and help us continue hosting the next 1000 shows, please become a patron or a donor, and support the #1 Show for Independent Artists. No amount is too small, and we so appreciate every bit of support we get. Thank you!patreon.com/stagewhisperpodPayPal: Stage WhisperVenmo: @stagewhisperpod

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we kick off our coverage of the 2025 Next Step Festival. We were thrilled to welcome on several artists who are brining there works to this wonderful event. So be sure you tune in and turn out to support these fantastic shows!2025 Next Step FestivalMay 27th- June 8th@ Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at ART/NYTickets and more information are available at nextsteptheatrefest.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:The Glitch by Kipp Koenig and directed by Ann Cooley May 27th, 28th, 31st and June 6ththeglitchpay.com@anncooley@theglitchplayWell, Here We Are produced written and directed Patrick LawtonJune 6th and June 8th@shadeofstraussLittle Women produced by Hannah Doherty and Klara Eales May 28th and [email protected]

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we continue our coverage of the 2025 Next Step Festival. Once again we welcomed on four new works and the artists bringing them to the city. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great event!2025 Next Step FestivalMay 27th- June 8th@ Jeffrey and Paula Gural Theatre at ART/NYTickets and more information are available at nextsteptheatrefest.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:Next Big Hit written by Austin Foster (he/him) and directed Justin Guarini May 30thnextbighitmusical.com@nextbighitmusicalThe Guest at Central Park West produced by John Ewing IIIJune 5th and [email protected]@yahool.comlevyleesimon.com@soulchoicetheatreOcean in a Teacup, composed, co-lyricist, and written by Joel Krantz June 3rd, 4th, 5th, 7th and 8thoceaninateacup.comStowaway to Paradise composed and written by Gregory NissenMay 29th [email protected]@gregorynissen

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the playwright/director/designer David Shopland to talk bout his latest show, Cul-de-Sac. This is a fascinating new piece that is soon to play the London Stage, and we had such a great time learning all about it. So be sure that you tune in and get your tickets while you can!Cul-de-SacMay 27th-June 14th@ Clapham’s Omnibus Theatre (London, UK)Tickets and more information are available at omnibus-clapham.orgAnd be sure to follow David to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:@[email protected]@davidshopland

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcomed on the actor John Stillwaggon, to talk about his upcoming production, Icon: Tennessee Williams. This incredible piece about a titan of the theatre was wonderful to talk about, and John shared some fantastic insight as well. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great show!Icon: Tennessee WilliamsMay 26th- June 15th@ The Sargent Theater at The American Theater of ActorsTickets and more information are available at [email protected] And be sure to follow John to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions:[email protected][email protected]

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcome don the playwright/performer Grace Aki, to talk about her show that is currently playing at SoHo Playhouse, To Free a Mockingbird. This was a fabulous show with a fascinating origin story. So be sure you tune in and turn out for this great show!To Free a Mockingbird Now- May 25th@ SoHo PlayhouseTickets and more information are available at sohoplayhouse.comAnd be sure to follow Grace to stay up to date on all her upcoming projects and productions: @itsgraceaki@mockingbirdplay

Join us on the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, as we welcome on the director, set, and sound designer Richard Caliban, to talk about his latest show Leni’s Last Lament. This was such a fabulous and timely piece to talk about. And just like the conversation, should not be missed. So tune in and turn up for this great production!Leni’s Last LamentMay 26-June 14th@ Paradise Factory TheaterTickets and more information re available at lenislastlament.com or paradisefactory.orgAnd be sure to follow Richard to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions: richardcaliban.com

If I Cleaned Everything: An Exorcism and ToritoMay 21st-25th @ The Gene Frankel TheatreTickets and more information are available at our.show/clearito @toritoplay@[email protected]

We are thrilled to welcome back playwright/performer/producer Connor Wilson on to the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. He joined us to talk about his latest work Compendium of Death. This is a fantastic new show that you won’t want to miss out on getting in the ground floor on. So be sure you hit play and get your tickets today!Compendium of DeathMay 24th, 25th, and 31st @ Brooklyn Art HausTickets and more information are available at bkarthaus.com And be sure to follow Connor to stay up to date on all his upcoming projects and productions: @groupseetheatrecompany@connorbenwilson

For the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we welcome on two artists creating works for TNC’s 30th Lower East Side Festival of the Arts. JC Agustin and Stephan Morrow shared with us the new shows they have been working on and shared this fantastic festival with us as well! So be sure you tune in and turn out for this fantastic event! A Detonation Rat Cabaret performed, written, and directed by JC Augustin The Story of Sal B and Barbara Ann written and directed by Stephan MorrowAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:@tortasytacones

On the latest Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper, we were joined by director/conceiver Sophie Amieva and the conceiver/production designer Katerina Marcelja, to talk about their latest show The Leg. This was a very fascinating piece to learn all about, and you won’t want to miss out on this unique experience. So be sure that you tune in and turn up for this wonderful new work!notAmuse Theater PresentThe LegMay 23rd- June 7th@ Mitu580Tickets and more information are available at notamuse-theleg.eventbrite.comAnd be sure to follow our guests to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:notamusetheater.com